NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Interior designates five new National Recreation Trails
In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7, the Department of the Interior today announced the designation of five new National Recreation Trails in six states, adding 387 miles to the National Trails System.
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) overrides two vetoes on cannabis
During its regular session on Thursday, June 5, Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) overrode two vetoes by Ugvwiyuhi (Principal Chief) Michell Hicks regarding cannabis. The vetoes were of Res. No. 464 and Ord. No. 391, both of which were originally passed on May 1.
Three new ordinances submitted during June Dinilawigi (Tribal Council)
Three news ordinances were submitted during the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) regular session on Thursday, June 5.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
New Kituwah Academy names Early Childhood Wing after Rose “Losi” Sneed
On the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 7, New Kituwah Academy (NKA) unveiled the name of the early childhood wing in honor of Rose “Losi” Sneed
Cooper joins SCC’s Board of Trustees; Henke starts new term
Joyce Cooper has spent most of her life helping students learn.
Area dance studio under new ownership by an EBCI member
Brittany Fuller, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians from Tsisqwohi (Birdtown), has recently taken over ownership of two local dance studios in Bryson City, N.C. and Robbinsville, N.C., formerly known as Pirouettes Dance and Cheer Academy. Under the new ownership, the studios have been renamed Leap of Faith Performing Arts.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: A heartfelt thank you to the CIPD volunteering in the storm clean up in AVL
Something extraordinary happened on my property last Friday here in West Asheville.
COMMENTARY: Take an hour to honor veterans
On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, veterans will be honored at an event on the Qualla Boundary (Cherokee, N.C.). At 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, the Steve Youngdeer American Legion Post 143 will host a Veterans Day celebration at its headquarters off of Acquoni Road. All are welcome.
LETTER: UKB elder discusses Cherokee treaties
This is in response to the article published on Oct. 6 entitled “Deputy Chief Warner visits NMAI for unveil of display of Treaty of 1828. “ (www.easterntimesregister.com)
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
JV FOOTBALL: Black Knights edge Braves by a two-point conversion
The fans at Ray Kinsland Stadium got their money’s worth on Thursday, Sept. 8 as the Cherokee JV Braves (2-2) took on the visiting Robbinsville JV Black Knights.
CROSS COUNTRY: CHS Braves, CMS Lady Braves win at home meet
Cherokee Central Schools hosted a multi-school cross country meet on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 7, and two of its teams won in their division.
FOOTBALL: Choctaw wins Battle of the Nations
FOOTBALL: Choctaw wins Battle of the Nations
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Roberta Ernestine (George) Long
Roberta Ernestine (George) Long, better known as “Rosie”, went to her heavenly home after an extended illness on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024.
OBITUARY: Glenda Dale Owle Welch
Glenda Dale Owle Welch, 76, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, at Mission Hospital. Glenda was born June 9, 1948, to the late Lloyd and Stella Bradley Webb. Glenda enjoyed being around family, cooking, and crafts.
OBITUARY: Raymond Kenneth Smith
Raymond Kenneth Smith, age 69, of Tsali Manor, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 at Mission Hospital.
HAPPENINGS
Cherokee Nation to celebrate 65th Cherokee National Holiday
The Cherokee Nation will host the 65th Cherokee National Holiday this Labor Day weekend when more than 100,000 visitors travel to Tahlequah to experience the annual celebration of history, culture and art.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Aug. 3-6
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
Upcoming Pow Wows for July 27-30
Note: This list of pow wows was compiled by One Feather staff. The One Feather does not endorse any of these dances. It is simply a listing of ones occurring throughout the continent. Please call before traveling.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Bret Michaels to play Harrah’s Cherokee with Warrant, FireHouse
Bret Michaels and Special Guests Warrant and FireHouse will present their “The Party Starts Now” show at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7:20pm.
Tribal member named NACF Fellow
Luzene Hill, an EBCI tribal member, is known worldwide for her out-of-the-box visual arts.
Styx slated to play Harrah’s Cherokee in October
Styx is scheduled to play Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30pm.
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