NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Several renovations ahead at New Kituwah Academy
New Kituwah Academy (NKA), the early childhood to sixth grade Cherokee language immersion school located in the old Boundary Tree Lodge, is readying for several renovations in 2025.
Bill to place Tennessee lands into trust for EBCI introduced again
For the fifth Congress in a row, a bill that would place 76 acres of land, containing several Cherokee historic sites in eastern Tennessee, in trust for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has been introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives.
Cherokee Preservation Foundation supports Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
The Cherokee Preservation Foundation (CPF) is proud to announce grants for ongoing disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. In response to the devastating impact of the storm, CPF has awarded funding to three organizations dedicated to providing critical assistance to affected communities across Western North Carolina.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
EBCI Community Clubs recognized at WNC Honors Awards
The WNC Honors Awards, a program of WNC Communities, is built on a 74-year tradition of recognizing rural community development clubs for their innovative ideas and grassroots solutions.
EBCI high school senior attends Governor’s Page Week
Tylie Bridges, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and a senior at Robbinsville High School from the Snowbird Community, recently returned from a trip to Raleigh for the Governor’s Page Program.
Mother and daughter’s unique passion and flare for fashion
On the evening of Saturday, Nov. 4, Ayosta Lossie, a junior at Cherokee High School, presented her first collection in the 2023 Kananesgi Fashion Show, becoming the youngest designer to enter the show.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Blessed are the caregivers
“Getting old ain’t for sissies.” This is a statement that you will hear frequently among the older generation, and it refers to many of the challenges of getting older. As we age, things change for us inside and out. Physically, our bones, muscles, and internal organs begin to wear and deteriorate. It starts happening sooner than most of us think (or want to think).
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Control yourself (Part 1 of 2)
I have seen most of you after the invitation to the alter has been made; it looks like everyone is saved. That’s good. I’m in good company.
COMMENTARY: How to win an online fight
COMMENTARY: How to win an online fight
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
TRACK & FIELD: Smoky Mountain Conference Championship held at Cherokee
The Smoky Mountain Conference Championship was held at Cherokee High School (CHS) on the morning and afternoon of Wednesday, June 9.
TRACK & FIELD: Cherokee travels to Hayesville for tri-school meet
The Cherokee High School track and field team traveled to Hayesville on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 1 to participate in a tri-school meet with Hayesville and Hiwassee Dam.
Fire Mountain Inferno returns for third year
May 22 marked the beginning of the Third Annual Fire Mountain Inferno, drawing in mountain bikers from all of the region to participate in the two-day event held in Cherokee.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Charlene Joletta Crowe
Charlene Joletta Crowe, 71, of Cherokee, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday May 22, 2024.
OBITUARY: Allen James Rattler “Cool”
Allen James Rattler “Cool”, 56, of Robbinsville, N.C., went to his heavenly home on Friday, May 17, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C. after an extended illness.
OBITUARY: Jacqueline Smith Tesky
Jacqueline Smith Tesky (Nov. 11, 1945 – May 10, 2024), of Johnson City, Tenn. and Sebastian, Fla. passed away Friday, May 10, 2024. Jackie was a resident of Johnson City for the past 20 years, spending winters in Sebastian for the past 10 years.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for May 20-22
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 May 13-15
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 May 6-8
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
Scotty McCreery to return to Harrah’s Cherokee
North Carolina native Scotty McCreery returns to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort.
MUSIC REVIEW: Birdtown Crossing hits mark on “Singing in the Sky”
Birdtown Crossing’s new release, entitled “Singing in the Sky”, hits the mark as a solid recording that will leave any listener only wanting more. The group, which is based in Cherokee, NC and has been traveling the pow wow circuit since 1998, sings songs in the Northern Plains style (well, mostly).
Daughtry to play Harrah’s Cherokee in November
In the course of only five years, Chris Daughtry has had more than his share of career highlights.
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