NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
BGN vote on Kuwohi name restoration could be coming soon
An application to restore the name of Clingman’s Dome, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to its original Cherokee name, Kuwohi (mulberry place), was sent to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN) in February. Officials say a vote could be coming soon.
Climbingbear pleads not guilty to three charges, five dismissed
Travis Climbingbear, 44, pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him at his arraignment in Cherokee Tribal Court on Monday, July 15. Charges were filed May 13, and Climbingbear was arrested May 17 and placed under a $2,000 bond.
Cherokee Indian Hospital to hold Job Fair to address staffing shortage
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is currently short-staffed and is planning a Job Fair to address this issue. The event, which will feature on-the-spot interviews, will be held in the Welch Top Conference Room in the hospital on Monday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
List of recent graduates from Southwestern Community College announced
At the conclusion of the fall semester, 237 Southwestern Community College students earned their associate degrees, diplomas and certificates.
Thompson recognized by First Peoples Fund for artistic excellence
Mary Welch Thompson, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) from the Big Cove Community, has been selected to receive a prestigious art award. She is one of four recipients in Indian Country to receive the 2023 Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award given by the First Peoples Fund.
EBCI tribal members chosen for Indigenous Leadership Academy
Two members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) have been selected to participate in the Indigenous Leadership Academy through the Arizona State University (ASU) American Indian Policy Institute. Devyn Smith and Tevis Blankenship were chosen for the Spring 2023 cohort program.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
LETTER: Reader feels the “Stop the Pot Act” is a pipe dream
No matter their age or position of power, bullies are all the same. When staring down an inevitable loss, the last desperate attempt to turn things around is always an empty threat hurled at their enemy with malicious intent.
Thank you for support of the Autism Walk/Run
The Autism Walk/Run in Fletcher, N.C. was awesome. We had awesome numbers and turnout. There were 34 teams who participated and we ranked #9 .
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Sanctification brings changes in speech and behaviors.
When is sanctification going to happen for me? It will begin to happen when that person gets overthinking only of their own selves in this all the time.
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: Cynthia “Mouse” Saunooke
Cynthia “Mouse” Saunooke went to be with the lord on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. A native of Cherokee she was the daughter of “Mothers” Laura and Sabrina and “Fathers” Skylar, Ace, and John.”
OBITUARY: Richard William Plummer
Richard William Plummer, better known as “Willy Bob”, age 57, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones.
OBITUARY: Emily Shirley (Bellflower) Squirrell
Emily Shirley (Bellflower) Squirrell, 78, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away peacefully, following a period of declining health, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.
HAPPENINGS
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.
Upcoming Pow Wows for Aug. 21-23
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. 12-16
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
BOOK REVIEW: Cherokee Wampum weaves history and beads
Karen Coody Cooper’s short book of 72 pages entitled Cherokee Wampum: War and Peace Belts: 1730 to Present, including references and a description of the author, is not for the reader looking to be entertained. Purely informational, it describes in detailed but very readable text the origins of wampum, its various uses over time, and most particularly, its relationship to the Cherokee people.
Exhibit of pottery collected by Joan Byrd and George Rector opens Feb. 17 at WCU
Pottery from the private collection of Joan Byrd and George Rector will be on display from Monday, Feb. 17, through Friday, May 9, at the Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University. An artist’s talk and reception is set for 5 p.m. Thursday, March 20.
Chicago to play Harrah’s Cherokee
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