NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
EBCI tribal legislative updates (Dec. 10)
The One Feather will now provide regular legislative updates on various pieces of legislation of the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
Federal legislative updates of interest to EBCI citizens (Dec. 9)
The One Feather will now provide weekly legislative updates on various pieces of federal legislation of interest to members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The bills are shown in the order in which they were introduced following the new bills for the week.
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) rescinds resolution approving constitution opinion referendum
A referendum that was approved in October regarding opinions on the future of the work being done on a constitution for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) will not occur.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this critical issue that affects too many, especially within Native American communities.
Women’s History Month: The caring profession
This week’s article features Cherokee women from several programs within the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) Division.
Cherokee Middle School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll
Cherokee Middle School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: A Close Call Part Four
A Close Call from Jesus. A solemn close call. Have you ever had a close call with Jesus to live? Are you listening?
COMMENTARY: Getting your affairs in order
We are all dying. One philosopher rightly said that from the moment you are born, really from the moment you are conceived, you begin to die. Each day is one day less in your life.
THE GOOD STUFF: Cherokee Rod Run a good time for everyone
This past weekend, I attended the Cruise the Smokies Cherokee Spring Rod Run which is an event I try to make annually because it is truly awesome. I am not a car guy by any stretch of the imagination. I’m a sports guy.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
VOLLEYBALL: “It’s their moment!”: Lady Braves get historic win on Saturday
The Charles George Memorial Arena exploded as a Mountain Heritage ball sailed out of bounds giving the Cherokee Lady Braves a win in the first round of the 1A West volleyball playoffs. With the 3-0 win over the Lady Cougars on Saturday, Oct. 22, Cherokee advanced to the second round and also clinched its first playoff win in volleyball in school history.
FOOTBALL: Smith scores four TDs to lead Braves over Hayesville
Two minutes after scoring the go-ahead touchdown, Tso Smith, Cherokee Braves senior, intercepted a pass, a one-handed grab at that, in the end zone to seal the victory for Cherokee over Hayesville.
FOOTBALL: Andrews defeats Braves 42-21
PHOTOS By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Asst. Editor Andrews Wildcats 42 Cherokee Braves 21 Friday, Oct. 14; Ray Kinsland Stadium PHOTO ALBUM: Cherokee vs Andrews SCORING SUMMARY 1st Quarter 9:15 - ANDREWS: Donovan Bateman 42-yard pass to Cole Anderson, Ty Clark...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Warren Wesley Wilnoty
Warren Wesley Wilnoty, age 78, passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Graysville, Tenn. on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
OBITUARY: Alma Panther Johns
Alma Panther Johns, 84, of the Big Cove Community, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, May 8, 2025. A native of Cherokee she was the daughter of the late Samuel Panther and Emaline Sequoyah.
OBITUARY: Barbara J. Robie
Barbara J. Robie, 77, of Cherokee, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 6, 2025. A native of Cherokee, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Mary Queen Jackson.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for July 21-23
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 14-16
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 6-9
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
Through art, Hill addresses violence against Native Women
Luzene Hill, an EBCI tribal member, is known worldwide for her interesting and thought-provoking visual arts.
Goshorn to participate in prestigious Italian exhibit
The 57th La Biennale di Venezia (aka Venice Biennale), a world-renowned art exhibition, will include several American Indian artists this year.
Huey Lewis & The News to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Huey Lewis & The News are truly one of America’s great rock & roll bands, and they are set to play Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, June 16 at 9pm.
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