NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Dinilawigi approves resolutions seeking land into trust
The Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) approved five resolutions during its regular session on Thursday, Aug. 7 that seek to take multiple tracts of property into trust for the Tribe.
This Week in Native News
This Week in Native News
CCS School Board meeting unveils official school logo
The School Board of Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) met on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, in the Central Office Board Room. The meeting was called to order at 4:45 p.m. by Chairperson Jennifer Thompson.
2026 4th of July Powwow
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ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
New Kituwah Academy names Early Childhood Wing after Rose “Losi” Sneed
On the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 7, New Kituwah Academy (NKA) unveiled the name of the early childhood wing in honor of Rose “Losi” Sneed
Cooper joins SCC’s Board of Trustees; Henke starts new term
Joyce Cooper has spent most of her life helping students learn.
Area dance studio under new ownership by an EBCI member
Brittany Fuller, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians from Tsisqwohi (Birdtown), has recently taken over ownership of two local dance studios in Bryson City, N.C. and Robbinsville, N.C., formerly known as Pirouettes Dance and Cheer Academy. Under the new ownership, the studios have been renamed Leap of Faith Performing Arts.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
FAITH COMMENTARY: What motivates you?
What drives you to do what you do? Let’s begin with a few questions, and you will soon figure out where this Spur is headed.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Test yourself
I have a long list of questions for those seated here today. Think about each one.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: What the world needs now and always
In 1965 lyricist Hal David and composer Burt Bacharach wrote the song, “What the World Needs Now Is Love”. During that time, the Vietnam War was ramping up, which was the impetus for the song’s chorus.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
FOOTBALL: Braves edge Andrews in road game
The Cherokee Braves (4-3) picked up a big win over Andrews (5-2) on the road on the evening of Friday, Oct. 15. Don Bradley, Braves senior quarterback, ran for two touchdowns to give the Braves a 12-9 win.
FOOTBALL: Braves top Black Knights; now tied for second in conference
The Cherokee Braves (3-3) moved into a four-way tie for second place in the Smoky Mountain Conference with a win over the Robbinsville Black Knights (3-3) on Friday, Oct. 8.
JV FOOTBALL: Braves finish season with victory over Maroon Devils
The Cherokee JV Braves finished the season on a good note with a 20-0 win over the Swain Co. Maroon Devils on the drizzly night of Thursday, Oct. 7 at Ray Kinsland Stadium.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Justin Ray Queen
Justin Ray Queen, 23, of Cherokee NC, had a change of address on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. He no longer resides in Cherokee but is now living in his heavenly home with his Maker and King.
OBITUARY: Terri Jo Beck
Terri Jo Beck, 57, of Cherokee, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024.
OBITUARY: Russell Tooni Jr.
Russell Tooni Jr., 73, passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Cherokee, N.C., on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
HAPPENINGS
Things to do in Cherokee for October
Things to do in Cherokee for October
Upcoming Pow Wows for Sept. 29 – Oct. 2
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 Sept. 23-25
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
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.
Boston to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Boston is set to play Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center on Friday, May 22.
Merle Haggard to play Harrah’s Cherokee in June
Classic country icon Merle Haggard returns to Cherokee for one night, at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, on Saturday, June 6.
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