NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Noquisiyi Mound deed transfer to EBCI to happen next week
According to officials from the Noquisi Initiative, their organization will transfer the deed to the Noquisiyi (formerly known as Nikwasi) Mound to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) early next week. The details are still being finalized.
This Week in Native News
This Week in Native News
EBCI tribal legislative updates (Feb. 12)
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).
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
“Our objects are living”: Museum of the Cherokee Peoples’ Collections tell an important history
Evan Mathis puts on plastic gloves, opens an area, and begins examining several old Cherokee baskets. He is working diligently to not only protect the items contained in the Museum of the Cherokee Peoples’ Collections area; but, he is working to help others learn about these fascinating and culturally-important items.
SCC, TERO hosts tiny house project
In a continued partnership with the Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) in Cherokee, Southwestern Community College has started a class that trains students how to build a tiny house.
Cherokee High School student advocates for mental health
Ava Walkingstick is a sophomore at Cherokee High School (CHS). After losing her best friend and cousin, Cynthia “Mouse” Saunooke, in November 2023, Walkingstick has turned her grief into advocacy.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: A tribal radio station would improve the safety of our community
Why don’t we have a tribal radio station? AM and FM radio are ultimately portable. Access to this type of one-way communication can be had with a second-hand, two-dollar transistor radio from the thrift store (the two AA batteries needed to power a radio cost more than the radio itself).
SPEAKING OF FAITH: A Close Call – Part One
Before and since I met my wife, I was a motorcycle enthusiast for fifty-some years. Back then, that is what you would have called me unless you saw me riding on the street with my colors, and then you would probably call me a biker.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: I miss church
I know the arguments and understand the desire to attract those ‘in the world’ to attend church with entertainment. But have we become so much like the world that it is hard to tell the difference? Have we lost our salt? Is our light like every other street light shining without brightness?
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK and FIELD: Conference Championship held at Cherokee
The Smoky Mountain Conference (SMC) track and field championship was held at Cherokee High School (CHS) on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 4.
TRACK & FIELD: Smoky Mountain Conference Middle School championship results
The Smoky Mountain Conference held its Middle School Championship at Robbinsville High School on the afternoon of Monday, April 25.
Disc Golf Sanctuary ready to get spinning
The Fire Mountain Disc Golf Sanctuary is finished and preparing for its May grand opening.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Rex Allen Swayney
Rex Allen Swayney, 65, of Sylva, N.C., passed away on Thursday afternoon, April 24, 2025, at Vero Health and Rehab of Sylva, N.C., following an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Blanche Emmaline Teesateskie
Blanche Emmaline Teesateskie, age 69, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A native of Graham County and a lifelong member of the Snowbird Community, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Jeanette Sue Rattler Teesateskie.
OBITUARY: Ray Anthony McCoy
Ray Anthony McCoy, 56, of Cherokee, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of Carl Ray McCoy of Cherokee and the late Lucy Wildcatt.
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
Gary Allan to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Gary Allan is scheduled to play the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, Nov. 13 at 9pm. The Southern California-born Allan has been exploring the thorns since the beginning of his musical life, when he played the clubs during his high school...
Ron White to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Ron White is scheduled to perform at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, Nov. 6 at 9pm.
Tony Bennett to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Tony Bennett is scheduled to play Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, Oct. 23 at 9pm.
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