Ask Dr. Per Cap: Jobless benefits fraud
Dear Dr. Per Cap: I received a 1099-G that lists over $3,000 in unemployment benefits paid by the state in 2020. I didn’t receive any unemployment last year. What should I do? Signed, Working...
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Tribal members receive fellowships from South Arts
Mary Ann Thompson, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, was named one of 15 recipients of a South Arts Folk and Traditional Arts Master Artist Fellowship. She is shown with one of her...
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Caleb Sullivan recognized by Destinations International
Special to the One Feather SYLVA – The Jackson County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) has announced that Caleb Sullivan, the TDA’s social media marketing and group sales specialist, has...
View ArticleCooper reappointed to WCU Board of Trustees
CULLOWHEE – The University of North Carolina Board of Governors appointed Timothy “Jake” Robinson of Canton, to the Western Carolina University Board of Trustees, while also reappointing current...
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WCU prepares to offer full college experience this fall
CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University is gearing up for a traditional college experience this fall with plans to resume all academic, social and extracurricular activities and continue the academic...
View ArticleCall for justice is answered by New MMIW Unit
By StrongHearts Native Helpline For far too long, Indian country has pleaded for ways to address the critical issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. StrongHearts Native Helpline...
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Cherokee Youth Council encouraging youth to read through video series
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff Members of the Cherokee Youth Council (CYC) engaged in a project recently with the goal of encouraging youth to read more. As the result of a partnership with...
View ArticleAsk Dr. Per Cap: Commitment device
Dear Dr. Per Cap: How can I convince my dad he needs to save for retirement? He just spends and spends while saying “live in the now”. Signed, Worried About Daddy Dear Worried, You’re an awesome...
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Cherokee Fitness Complex to be open 24 hours starting in June
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff Beginning in June, patrons of the Cherokee Fitness Complex will be able to work out literally any time of the day or night. The Complex is starting 24-hour...
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WCU names Charles Thomas as dean of Hunter Library
CULLOWHEE – The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees has appointed Charles F. Thomas as dean of Hunter Library. Thomas will start in his new position effective July 1. The Western Carolina...
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Cherokee Nation debuts two-part exhibit on Cherokee language evolution
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – The progression, adaptation and endurance of the Cherokee language is being presented in a special exhibit debuting May 11 at two historic locations in downtown Tahlequah. “From...
View ArticleAsk Dr. Per Cap: Family matters
Dear Dr. Per Cap: My cousin has a habit of not paying back loans, but just asked to borrow more money. How can I help without getting burned? Signed, Twice Burned Dear Twice Burned I’ve learned...
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69th Annual Cherokee National Holiday to be hybrid of virtual, in-person events
This year’s Holiday celebrates the Cherokee language and bicentennial of Sequoyah’s syllabary TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. has announced that the 69th Annual...
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WCU honors former scholar Thomas Belt with doctorate of humane letters
CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University Board of Trustees awarded Cherokee scholar Thomas Belt with its highest honorary degree, doctorate of humane letters, as part of its commencement ceremonies...
View ArticleAsk Dr. Per Cap: IIM accounts earn higher interest
Dear Dr. Per Cap: Why does my IIM account pay so much higher interest than my bank account? Isn’t it basically the same thing? Signed, Loves Coffee Dear Loves Coffee, An IIM or Individual Indian...
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From The People marketplace offering virtual help to Native artists, vendors
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. One Feather Staff Many businesses felt the pain in 2020 due to the numerous shut-downs and cancelled events because of the COVID-19 pandemic. One area that was hit especially...
View ArticleCherokee High School Academic Awards 2020-2021
Top Academic Students 9th Grade: Roxi Bark, Roseana Correa, Madison Ledford, Laura Martinez, Dalaina Mills, Anna Toineeta 10th Grade: Mahala Allison, Autumn Greene, Destiny Siweumptewa, Alexis Smith,...
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Shalyn Barker earns Park Scholarship
By JONAH LOSSIAH One Feather Staff Cherokee High School (CHS) senior Shalyn Barker has been awarded the Park Scholarship, a four-year scholarship to North Carolina State University. More than 2,200...
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Bardo Arts Center plans for a permanent exhibit on contemporary Cherokee...
CULLOWHEE – Bardo Arts Center at Western Carolina University has announced plans to host a permanent and contemporary exhibit of Cherokee culture and language, developed in collaboration with members...
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Museum of the Cherokee Indian announces appointment of new executive director
The Board of Trustees of the Museum of the Cherokee Indian announced recently the appointment of Shana Bushyhead Condill as the new executive director. (Photo courtesy of Museum of the Cherokee...
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