NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) passes resolution for MMIP database
On the afternoon of April 3 during regular session, Dinilawigi (Tribal Council), voted unanimously to pass Res. No. 4775: A resolution to authorize and request the development of a single EBCI database of information and cases concerning Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), submitted by Ugvwiyuhi (Principal Chief) Michell Hicks.
Pheasant sentenced to life in prison for 2013 murder
Ernest D. Pheasant Sr., 47, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday, April 3, 2025 for the 2013 murder of Marie Walkingstick Pheasant, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.
EBCI GOVT. EXPLAINED: How legislation becomes law
Section 117 Article II of the Cherokee Code of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) deals with the powers and authority of Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) as the Tribe’s Legislative Branch of government.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TERO Training Center Report
Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) instructors have been providing classroom training during the first quarter of 2024 on various topics to help our Tribal members develop the skills needed to enter the workforce.
Buttermilk Farms Antiques & Auction holds ribbon cutting
On the morning of Friday, April 12, Buttermilk Farms Antiques & Auction, owned by Susan Dixon Leading Fox, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), held a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration for their new location in the Valley Village Shopping Center of Bryson City,
Oconaluftee Indian Village prepares to open for 2024 season
The Oconaluftee Indian Village will open on Tuesday, April 16, for their 2024 season, which will last until Nov. 2.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Tsalagi Minute signs would provide education around town
Several years ago, the One Feather started a weekly informational graphic we call the Tsalagi Minute. I think it would be neat to see Tsalagi Minute signs made, featuring some of these graphics, that could be placed around the Qualla Boundary – most specifically in and around downtown Cherokee and the cultural district.
COMMENTARY: We need to be more like Dave.
Dave Russell is my counterpart at The Sylva Herald and Ruralite. We have a dandy working relationship with the Herald and it sounds like he and I share some commonalities when it comes to managing and reporting.
COMMENTARY – MMIW Profile: The Trail of Tears
The 2024 Remember the Removal (RTR) riders just concluded their 950-mile trek from New Echota, Georgia, to Tahlequah, Okla., tracing the northern route of the Indian Removal, also known as the Trail of Tears.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CROSS COUNTRY: Braves win 1A West Regional Championship
Gutting it out in the cold and rain, the Cherokee Braves won the 1A West Regional Championship and qualified for state during the regional meet held at Kituwah on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 30.
ON THE SIDELINES: What a season for the Lady Braves
This year’s Cherokee Lady Braves varsity volleyball team did that and made history this season. Finishing the season at 13-11 (6-4 in Smoky Mountain Conference), the team qualified for the 1A state playoffs for the first time in school history.
ON THE SIDELINES: It’s past time to look at high school officiating
Referee jokes have been around for as long as sports have been, and many fans would swear that some refs are blinder than I am without my glasses. But all jokes aside, strides need to be made here in the state of North Carolina when it comes to officiating for high school sports.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Julia Inez Welch
Julia Inez Welch, age 85, passed away on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving Family after an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Ella Charlene “Connie” Smith Cabe
Ella Charlene “Connie” Smith Cabe, 84, of Cherokee, passed away after an extended illness on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
OBITUARY: Charles Russell Davenport
Charles Russell Davenport, age 38, of Whittier, N.C., passed away on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024 at Mission Hospital from heart complications. Charles comes from Stockholm, N.J.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Nov. 24-27
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.
Cherokee Indian Hospital hosting “Great American Smoke out”
Cherokee Indian Hospital will host a “Great American Smoke out” on Thursday, Nov. 17 in an effort to help people quit smoking for good.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Nov. 18-20
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
Tribal member named NACF director of programs
In a national search, the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation has selected Francene Blythe, an EBCI tribal member, to succeed as director of programs.
Jack Hanna bringing show to Harrah’s Cherokee
Jack Hanna is bringing his Into the Wild Live show to Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center on Saturday, June 13.
Jay Leno to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Jay Leno is scheduled to play the Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center on Saturday, May 30 at 7:30pm.
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