NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) recognizes 150th anniversary of amendments to Lloyd Welch Constitution
Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) has passed legislation recognizing the 150th anniversary of amendments being adopted for the Lloyd Welch Constitution.
Federal legislative updates of interest to EBCI citizens (Oct. 7)
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.
Marking a new chapter: EBCI holds Inauguration for Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) and School Board
Working together and unity were two of the themes as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) held an inauguration for the 2025-27 Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) and two members of the Cherokee School Board. The event was held at the Charles George Memorial Arena in Cherokee, N.C. on the morning of Monday, Oct. 6.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Kananesgi holds 6th Annual Fashion Show
The 6th Annual Kananesgi Fashion Show, Art Show, and Art Market were held on Saturday, Nov. 9 in the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. The event included several Indigenous designers and vendors.
2024 Kananesgi Art Show winners
The 2024 Kananesgi Art Show was held on the morning of Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Event Center.
Bob Blankenship ’60 Named NC State College of Education Alumnus of the Year
Tribal Leader. Army helicopter pilot. Trout farmer. Antique car collector. Museum president. Since graduating from the NC State College of Education, it sometimes feels as if there is little Bob Blankenship ’60 has not accomplished over the course of his life and career.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lumbee should follow the OFA process
There is already an established, evidence-based process for a group to become Federally recognized as a ‘tribe”.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Bill Taylor for Painttown Tribal Council
I am taking the opportunity to continue my life’s work to build our community and serve our Cherokee citizens. On Jan. 9, I resigned from my position to pursue this exciting chapter of continued service to you and this sacred community.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Run away!
How many famous Christians have you been shocked to learn fell into infamous sin?
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Bradley signs to play college football at Carson-Newman
Don Bradley, senior quarterback for the Cherokee Braves, signed a letter of intent on Wednesday, Feb. 2 – National Signing Day – to play football this fall at Carson-Newman University.
WRESTLING: Smoky Mountain Conference Tournament results
Following are the full results, per trackwrestling.com, from the Smoky Mountain Conference Tournament held at Swain Co. High School on Saturday, Jan. 22:
RACING: Tribal member wins GNCC National Championship
Ty Teasdale, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians from the Snowbird Community, earned the Championship and Amateur Rider of the Year in his first year racing the GNCC e-MTB series.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Charles Edwin Lossiah “Chuck”
Charles Edwin Lossiah “Chuck”, 45, of the Yellowhill Community, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of Little Joe and Jessie Lossiah Watty both of Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Mario A. Solorzano
Mario A. Solorzano, age 68, passed away at his residence in Big Cove after an extended illness on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
OBITUARY: Justice Dara Taylor
Justice Dara Taylor, 27, of Cherokee, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Justice was born Aug. 28, 1997, to the late Lehua Joan Walkingstick and Darrell “Dragon” Taylor.
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
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.
Larry the Cable Guy to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Larry the Cable Guy is set to play two shows at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:30pm and 9:30pm.
Shinedown to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Shinedown is set to play Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center on Saturday, Oct. 3.
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