NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Vending machines aim to improve access to health supplies for tribal members
Vending machines have been installed around tribal lands of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) in an effort to improve access to health and wellness supplies. All of the products in the machines are only for EBCI tribal members and are available free of charge.
Technology and cannabis were discussed at the monthly Cherokee Police Commission meeting.
The Cherokee Police Commission of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) met on Thursday, Sept. 14 in the Ginger Lynn Welch Large Conference Room for their monthly meeting.
EBCI voters approve mixed beverage sales
Voters of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) have approved a referendum authorizing mixed beverage permits to be issued on tribal lands by the TABCC (Tribal Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission). During the General Election on Thursday, Sept. 7, voters approved the referendum by a margin of 2,389 to 1,113.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Regional and National Recognitions awarded to Smokies Staff
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Fire Ecologist Rob Klein and Wildland Fire Module Superintendent Jordan Black recently received recognition for superior service, innovative thinking, and leadership.
New Toastmasters Club forming in Cherokee
The Sequoyah Fund will be sponsoring a new Toastmasters Club that will meet regularly in Cherokee. Toastmasters International is an organization dedicated to helping members improve public speaking skills, build leadership skills, and network with others in a small, supportive environment.
Pipestem inducted into the OSU Hall of Fame
The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association inducted Otoe-Missouria tribal citizen Wilson K. Pipestem into the OSU Hall of Fame on Friday, Feb. 11.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Resurrection Sunday, 2023
By REV. TIMOTHY L. MELTON, PASTOR (Transcribed by Myra D. Colgate) Cherokee Pentecostal Holiness Church Read: Matthew 28: 1-10; John 20:12,18-23. “Yes, He is risen! I’m so glad He has gotten up! He got up, so I can get up! All of us who believe can know...
COMMENTARY: Why I look up to the late Wilma Mankiller
If you aren’t on social media, you may not be aware that I look up to the late Wilma Mankiller, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation.
EDITORIAL: Federal Recognition Criteria and Requirements must be upheld
Sometimes, it seems like a scene out of “Groundhog Day”. For decades, the Robeson County-based state recognized tribe called the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has been seeking federal recognition – a move that has been opposed for decades by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Special Olympics events, practices cancelled
As organizations nationwide take precautions to curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) has cancelled all events and practices through May 15.
Galaxy Cheer bringing the sport of cheerleading to the forefront
The Swain County Rec. Dept. was filled with the sounds of cheers and the sights of choreographed dances and stunts on the evening of Tuesday, March 10.
BASKETBALL: Braves, Lady Braves to play in all-star games
Several members of the Cherokee Lady Braves and Braves varsity basketball teams, as well as the coaches of both of those squads, have been invited to participate in post-season all-star games.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
OBITUARY: Vera Lynn “Sam” Rickman
Vera Lynn “Sam” Rickman, age 68, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Cherokee Indian Hospital.
OBITUARY: Gary Jay Shell
Gary Jay Shell, 33, of the Painttown Community, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, May 6, 2023. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of Meroney George Shell of Cherokee and Agnes Ann Tooni and her husband Rick Larch of Cherokee.
OBITUARY: Roy Adams Lambert
Roy Adams Lambert, 88, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023. He was born in Cherokee on June 7, 1934 to the late Hugh and Ava Lambert and was proud of his Cherokee heritage.
HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Pow Wows for Sept. 11-13
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. 4-7
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 Aug. 28-30
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
Journey to Forgiveness documentaries available
In May 2012, the Cherokee Healing and Wellness Coalition sponsored a Journey to Forgiveness and Healing where 16 Eastern Cherokees and six non-Cherokee friends met with members of the Cherokee Nation and United Keetoowah Band in Tahlequah, Okla. before retracing the...
Indian Arts and Crafts Board to host Juried Youth Art and Craft Exhibitions
The Indian Arts and Crafts Board will host a juried art and craft competitions will be “Where do we come from? Where are we going?” The competitions will be open to enrolled members of federally recognized Tribes between the ages of 13 and 18. Official written...
Gypsy Bells leaves listener expecting more
REVIEWED By KATHY S. DE CANO ONE FEATHER REVIEWER Canyon Records is well known for its cadre of Native American artists, having recorded the great Nammy® and Grammy® winner, R. Carlos Nakai, who recently received his tenth Grammy® award. Many other talented...
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