NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
EBCI Government Explained: Mineral rights and timber
Mineral rights and timber harvesting are two important environmental aspects that are covered in the Cherokee Code of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). Modern Cherokee law goes back almost 90 years on this issue.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park reminds visitors that feeding bears is illegal and dangerous
The National Park Service urges visitors to not feed or approach black bears in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park has seen an increase in incidents involving visitors feeding bears. Feeding wildlife is illegal and endangers you, other visitors and bears.
Federal legislative updates of interest to EBCI citizens (Aug. 12)
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.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
The Center for Native Health names Kristina Hyatt as one of the newest program officers
The Center for Native Health (CNH) has announced Kristina Hyatt as the program officer for Maternal & Child Health programming.
NAFOA announces Blankenship as new executive director
Following a rigorous search, NAFOA, founded as the Native American Finance Officers Association, has named Cory M. Blankenship, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, as its new executive director. He will officially assume the role on Sept. 30.
Ray Kinsland Leadership Institute holds Right Path completion ceremonies and inductions
The Ray Kinsland Leadership Institute held the completion ceremony on Aug. 22 for the Dinedi Eginelv (To Give What Was Given to Us), and the Anigiduwagi Iyunadvnedi (Kituwah Ways), Adult Leadership Programs at the Yellowhill Activity Center. Both programs are advanced levels of the Duyugodv’i Right Path Adult Leadership Program. The most advanced level is Dinedi Eginelv.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: The importance of giving thanks and those desperate to help
I have had a roller coaster ride with my emotions over the past two months. Sept. 27, 2024, will forever be in my memory and my wife’s. It was the day that we lost our home of 36 years to the flood waters of Hurricane Helene.
COMMENTARY: Stop highlighting Cherokee objects
I’ve recently read an article titled “Carving a Path: The Future of Cherokee Art Collection” in my local paper about Driver Blythe’s journey into the world of art collection. While the article attempted to bring attention to a Cherokee centric view of art appreciation/appraisal, I believe it misses the point of art, specifically our Cherokee art.
COMMENTARY: Do you know how to get to the casino?
Wayfinding. The word is self-explanatory. It is about finding your way to people, places, and things. In the tourism industry, it is communicating the path to your attraction, amenity, or accommodation. In the past, that was typically done with signage on or near the location of your desired destination.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
INDOOR TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee results from Murphy meet
The Cherokee High School Indoor Track & Field team traveled to Murphy High School for a meet on Wednesday, Dec. 8. Following are the results of CHS athletes:
Disc Golf course is coming soon to Cherokee
Soon, the Qualla Boundary will have a course as the Fire Mountain Disc Golf Sanctuary is set to open in Cherokee in the next few months.
CROSS COUNTRY: Cherokee competes at 1A state meet
One Feather Staff Report KERNERSVILLE – Hundreds of runners braved the early morning cold to compete in the 1A State Cross Country Meet at the Ivey Redmon Sports Complex. The Cherokee Braves team, which won both the Smoky Mountain Conference title and...
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Georgia Imogene Toineeta Hunter
Georgia Imogene Toineeta Hunter, 71, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. Georgia was born Feb. 17, 1953 to the late Howard and Tiney Smith Toineeta in Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Ted Henry Treadway
Ted Henry Treadway, 79, of Whittier, N.C., passed away Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. A native of Swain County, he was the son of the late James Nelson and Julia Lambert Treadway.
OBITUARY: Jamie Ray Jenkins
Jamie Ray Jenkins, age 40, passed away at home on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, after an extended illness.
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
Kingfisher named Bill Rabbit Legacy Art Scholarshp recipient
Traci Rabbit stood at an island inside her studio with unfinished paintings hanging around the room. Instead of working on her own pieces, she was spending time offering advice to Talon Kingfisher.
BOOK REVIEW: “The Queerness of Native American Literature” is a scholarly look at the genre
Lisa Tatonetti’s “The Queerness of Native American Literature” is the result of her research into the relationships between the late twentieth century literary renaissances encompassing both Native American literature and gay literature.
Alabama set to play Harrah’s Cherokee July 2
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort is kicking off the July 4 weekend by welcoming back Alabama! They will play in the Event Center on Thursday, July 2 at 8pm.
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