NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Cherokee Court releases Administrative Order adopting guide for attorney’s fees in criminal cases
On June 16, the Cherokee Court of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBC) released an Administrative Order, effective July 1, for “Reimbursement of Attorney’s Fees For Appointed Counsel in Criminal Cases,” signed by Bradley Letts, Chief Justice of the Cherokee Supreme Court; Monty Beck, Chief Judge of Cherokee Court; and Barbara Parker, Associate Judge of Cherokee Court
Cherokee Water ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᎹ announces new distribution deal with no added cost
Thanks to a new distribution deal, Cherokee Water ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᎹ will be available to thousands more people in the region. The water, a product of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), will now be distributed by Pepsi Co. along with a new marketing strategy entitled “Yes Cherokee Can”.
Cherokee Nation establishes “Task Force to Examine the Impact of Slavery on Cherokee Nation’s 19th-Century Economy and Infrastructure”
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. on June 19 signed an Executive Order establishing the “Task Force to Examine the Impact of Slavery on Cherokee Nation’s 19th-Century Economy and Infrastructure.” The order underscores the tribe’s dedication to confronting its history and addressing historical inequalities.
2026 4th of July Powwow
Day(s)
:
Hour(s)
:
Minute(s)
:
Second(s)
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
CCS Student Art Show Award recipients
Cherokee Middle School (CMS) and Cherokee High School (CHS) held their Student Art Show on the Night of the Arts at Cherokee Central Schools on Thursday, May 9.
Jeanette Apperson, CMA recognized with Mercy Award
Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital recently announced that Jeanette Apperson, CMA, clinical education specialist, has been recognized as the facilities’ 2024 Mercy Award winner.
Cherokee Central Schools Musical Theater presents “The Addams Family”
The Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) Musical Theater performed “The Addams Family: School Edition” on the evenings of May 9-11. The play was packed with the classic Addams Family characters, spooky ancestors, and Cherokee humor.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Walk like a man (Part 1 of 2)
Joshua 1, God tells his people that the land He promised is directly in front of them, but they needed the courage to take it. As New Testament Christians, our Great Commandment is similar.
COMMENTARY: Don’t let your intelligence be artificial
I have recently received press releases from various entities that are very likely written by AI applications. AI tech is a learning tech, which means it needs input to be effective, especially when it comes to writing things like articles and press releases.
COMMENTARY: Ama
There has been an abundance of water adventures on the Qualla Boundary recently.
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: Robert Phillip Haire
Robert Phillip Haire, 88, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Phil was born May 1, 1936 in Caretta, W.V., to Herman and Pauline Jackson Haire. His family later moved to West Jefferson, N.C., where he grew up.
OBITUARY: Claude Ray Sneed
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Claude Ray Sneed.
OBITUARY: Tony Steven Taylor
Tony Steven Taylor, 61, passed away Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at Cherokee Indian Hospital. Tony was born Nov. 1, 1963 to the late Sandi Taylor Reagan. He loved his Tarheels, his babies, and taking care of his loved ones.
HAPPENINGS
WCU to hold spring commencement ceremonies May 6-7 for expected record class
Western Carolina University will hold a trio of commencement ceremonies over a two-day period – Friday and Saturday, May 6-7 – to recognize the academic achievements of what is expected to be the university’s fifth straight record spring graduating class.
Upcoming Pow Wows for April 29 – May 1
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 April 22-24
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
Jeff Foxwothy to perform at Harrah’s Cherokee
Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country.
REVIEW: Red Skin, White Masks explores federal recognition issues
Federal recognition is something many indigenous nations have sought and attained over time in their dealings with colonial governments, and it is a prize that some groups still aspire to but have not been able to win.
‘Broadway’s Next Hit Musical’ to feature song, improv, comedy at WCU on Oct. 24
“Broadway’s Next Hit Musical” will bring an evening of musical comedy improvisation to Western Carolina University’s John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24.
Call
(828) 359-6262
Address
801 Acquoni Road • Cherokee, NC 28719
Hours
Mon – Fri • 7:45am – 4:30pm