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THURSDAY
SEPT. 26, 2013
50 cents
CHEROKEE
SOCCER DEFEATS
SWAIN 3-0,
PAGE 12BLTS
CROWE, JACKSON TO VIE FOR
MISS CHEROKEE TITLE THIS
SATURDAY NIGHT, PAGE 6
2 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
THIS WEEK
September 26
JV Football at Murphy, 6pm
Varsity Volleyball at Andrews
September 27
Varsity Football at Hayesville, 7:30pm
September 28
Miss Cherokee Pageant, 6pm in the Chief
Joyce Dugan Cultural Arts Center SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather
Kayla Bigmeat, an EBCI tribal member, stands atop a pyramid of cheerleaders as the Mars Hill
September 30 University Cheerleading Squad performed at halftime of the Cherokee - Brevard game at Ray
CHS Soccer at Hayesville, 6pm Kinsland Stadium on Friday, Sept. 20. The squad came out to support the Cherokee Youth
Cheerleaders during Youth Night. The Mars Hill squad contains three EBCI tribal members in-
October 1 cluding Bigmeat, Madison Crowe and Tristan Brown.
Varsity Volleyball vs. Highlands
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Miss Cherokee 2012 Karyl Frankiewicz
participates in a traditional Cherokee
dance at the Annual Kituwah Celebra-
tion in June. (SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather)
Miss Cherokee 2012 reflects on her year
i-yo! It has been an honor representing the Eastern Band of the Chero-
S
Great Island
kee Indians. During my reign I have gained knowledge of not only our Festival in
tribe but other various tribes as well. I will never forget the wonderful Tennessee
memories I have made with dignitaries from all over. As I took on this earlier this
role, I reminded myself to stay true to myself and always be humble to month (DAWN
those around me. My family and friends have been my support by giving ARNEACH/One
me courage, strength, and by simply believing in me. This past year has changed me Feather contributor)
for the better, and I’m proud to place my name among the many women that have
taken on the job as an ambassador.
When I was asked “What was my favorite memory throughout my reign?” I
can only reply that all of my events have been amazing. I always aim to learn more
about indigenous tribes, to find similarities and differences, to understand the
uniqueness of the traditions, and work hard in becoming a better person overall.
I’d like to say thank you to everyone who has helped me in many ways. To all
those who invited and considered me to be a part of events this past year, thank you.
Missie and Jennifer, you both are such wonderful women and thanks for being with
us and keeping us on our toes. Thank you granny for believing in me and giving me
the ambition to wear the crown with my head held high. To my mother, keeping my
regalia’s fixed and my silver shiny. I couldn’t have made it through this year without
you. Another thank you goes out to my royalty board; this group of remarkable
women always keeps my schedule on track and has kept this program going strong.
My younger royalty girls are such a blessing to have spent this year with and
cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 5
“This past
year has
changed me
for the better,
and I’m proud
to place my
name among
the many
women that
have taken on
the job as an
ambassador.”
I will always keep the memories in
my heart. Marcela, I love your goofy
ways and will remember the fun yet
tiring events we’ve been through.
Aliyah, we were often caught being
silly yet got serious when need be. I’ll
never forget our trip to Raleigh, and
the fun times in between. Bradley, no
matter what you were the one to get
us to laugh no matter how we were
at the time. You all have made me a
better person and I hope you have
learned from me as I have you.
As I end my reign as your
Miss Cherokee it has been amazing
to serve this great tribe. I hope that I
carried this title as an ambassador
with great pride, and a positive
moral for future generations to
come. From the scripture 1 Corinthi-
ans 3:10 “According to the grace of
God which was given to me, as a wise Miss Cherokee 2012 enjoys the
master builder I have laid the foun- 38th Annual EBCI Pow Wow
dation, and another builds on it. But held in June. (Photo by Todd Kent)
let each one take heed how he builds
on it.”
Sgi, Thank you.
Miss Cherokee 2012
Karyl Frankiewicz
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Crowe, Jackson to vie for
Miss Cherokee title
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. if you go
ONE FEATHER STAFF what: 2013 Miss Cherokee
he new Miss Cherokee will be a
pageant
T Brave and a Lion. That much
is guaranteed.
Madison Crowe and Paige Jack-
when: Saturday, Sept. 28
at 6pm
where: Chief Joyce Dugan
son, both 2011 graduates of Chero-
kee High School and students at
Cultural Arts Center
Mars Hill University, are vying for cost: free
the title of Miss Cherokee 2013 at
the pageant scheduled for Saturday,
Sept. 28 at 6pm at the Chief Joyce she is from the Yellowhill Commu-
Dugan Cultural Arts Center. nity. She is also a junior at Mars Hill
Crowe, 20, is the daughter of and is majoring in sports medicine.
Peanut and Radonna Crowe of the Jackson is a member of the Mars Hill
Wolfetown Community. She is a jun- Athletic Training Club, the Native
ior at Mars Hill majoring in art ther- American Student Association, and
apy and art education. She is a is an athletic trainer for the soccer
member of the Mars Hill cheerlead- team. Her hobbies include learning
ing squad, a member of the Delta Cherokee language, basketry, shop-
Zeta sorority, and is a co-founder of ping, spending time with family and
the Native American Student Associ- friends, and attending local events
ation. Crowe has been listed on the such as Cherokee High School foot-
dean’s list and is a psychology tutor. ball games.
Her hobbies include oil painting, “As Miss Cherokee, I’d like to get
drawing and basketry. the pageant back to what it used to
“We’re kind of lacking in role be a long time ago,” said Jackson. “I
models now,” said Crowe, “and I feel feel like Miss Cherokee is an honor,
like with Miss Cherokee, I wouldn’t and I think it needs to be bigger than
want it for the crown or the title or what it has been in the last few years,
anything, but to be able to show kids and I think girls need a really good
that it’s ok to succeed. I would like to role model.”
use the crown as a tool to be able to She further related that she
talk to people and encourage them.” would like to speak to younger girls
She went on to say, “You can do and adolescent girls and encourage
whatever you want to do, I know as them and help build their confidence
I’ve done it. I just want to send so they would feel more comfortable
everyone the impression that you running for pageant titles like Teen
can reach your dreams and that no Miss Cherokee or Miss Cherokee.
matter what stands in your way, you “I think one of the biggest things
can overcome that. Kids need a posi- I’d like to do is to build the pageant
tive role model these days, and I feel up and have girls feel honored and
that Miss Cherokee is the perfect op- see what a great privilege it is to be in
portunity to reach out to kids.” something like this and represent
Jackson, 20, is the daughter of your nation and tribe.” SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather
Doris Johnson and Bill Jackson, and Madison Crowe and Paige Jackson, both 2011 graduates of Cherokee
High School and students at Mars Hill University, are vying for the title
of Miss Cherokee 2013
cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 7
FOOTBALL
Brevard 51
Cherokee 12
Friday, Sept. 20
at Ray Kinsland Stadium
Scoring Summary
1st quarter
:23.7 – Anthony Benjamin
(Brev) 82-yard interception re-
turn, Isaac Bingle kick (Brevard 7
Cherokee 0)
2nd quarter
9:40 – Chase Brooks (Brev) 7-
yard run, Bingle kick (Brevard 14
Cherokee 0)
6:44 – Mario Cassanova (Brev)
34-yard pass from Collin Mc-
Cracken, Bingle kick (Brevard 21
Cherokee 0)
:21.9 – Joe Trufant (Brev) 30-
yard run, Bingle kick (Brevard 28
Cherokee 0)
:1 – Bingle (Brev) 30-yard field
goal (Brevard 31 Cherokee 0)
3rd quarter
11:47 – Benjamin (Brev) 75-yard
kickoff return, Bingle kick (Bre-
vard 38 Cherokee 0)
10:58 – Benjamin (Brev) 39-yard
run, Bingle kick (Brevard 45
Cherokee 0)
2:50 – Kennan Panther (Cher)
30-yard interception return, two-
point failed (Brevard 45 Chero-
kee 6)
4th quarter
7:09 – Jason McMillan (Cher) 35-
yard run, two-point failed (Bre-
vard 45 Cherokee 12)
3:14 – Lane Pressley (Brev) 7-
yard run, kick failed (Brevard 51
Cherokee 12)
Next up for the Braves: at
Hayesville at 7:30pm on Friday,
Sept. 27
SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather
Cherokee’s Kennan Panther returns an interception 30 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter of Fri-
day’s home game against Brevard.
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JV FOOTBALL
Swain 36
Cherokee 0
Thursday, Sept. 19
at Ray Kinsland Stadium
Scoring Summary
1st quarter
:52.5 – Kobe Stephenson
(Swain) 3-yard run, Chris Miller
two-point run (Swain 8 Chero-
kee 0)
2nd quarter
8:47 – Miller (Swain) 9-yard
run, two-point failed (Swain 14
Cherokee 0)
3:39 – Stephenson (Swain) 2-
yard run, Miller two-point run
(Swain 22 Cherokee 0)
2:47 – Trae Bradley (Swain) 29-
yard interception return, Miller
two-point run (Swain 30 Chero-
kee 0)
4th quarter
4:56 – Jalen Catt (Swain) 14-
yard run, two-point failed
(Swain 36 Cherokee 0)
Next up for the JV Braves: at
Murphy on Thursday, Sept. 26
at 6pm.
Swain’s Chris Miller runs for a
9-yard touchdown in the 2nd
quarter of Thursday’s game. SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather photos
Cherokee’s Isaiah Evans (#8) fights for a reception against Swain’s Luke Woodard (#7) and Dylan Smith
during a JV home game on Thursday, Sept. 19.
cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 9
ATTENTION EBCI COLLEGE STUDENTS! *
The deadline to apply for funding from the EBCI Education & Training
Department for the Spring 2014 semester is October 15, 2013!
Don’t delay! Meet with a Student Coordinator to be sure all of your paper-
work is complete. We must have the following:
Your 2013-2014 FAFSA Processing Info (Student Aid Report/SAR)
(The SAR will be available 1-3 days AFTER the FAFSA is submitted)
College Acceptance Letter
Copy of EBCI enrollment card and Social Security Card
Completed EBCI Education Application
High School Transcript/GED scores or College Transcript
Questions? Call 554-6650
Tosh Welch: Student Support Professional
Sandi Owle: Student Coordinator, 2-year colleges
Leann Reed: Student Support Professional, 4-yr colleges
* Current Students: Please turn in the following when recieved:
(May be turned in AFTER October 15th)
Fall semester grades
Spring class schedule and bill
Spring required book list
Our education application is available online @ www.tsalagied.com
Download a W-9 form from the website and turn it in
-or-
E-mail documents to: sandowle@nc-cherokee.com
toshwelc@nc-cherokee.com
leanreed@nc-cherokee.com
9/26
9/26
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CHS JROTC program establishes
partnerships with UT-Chatt
By SCOTT MCKIE B.P. and structure of the military serv-
ONE FEATHER STAFF ices and understand the tenets of the
sacred path
he Cherokee High School • Understanding the value of culture
T JROTC program has estab-
lished a partnership program
with the University of Tennessee –
exchange
• Practical experience in leadership
techniques
Chattanooga (UTC). The PFC • Understanding the importance of
Charles George Mentorship Pro- living drug free and techniques to
gram, named after the EBCI tribal counter pressure toward substance
member and Medal of Honor win- abuse
ner, is a mentorship program be- • Understanding the importance of
tween the two schools that, high school graduation
according to information from CHS, • Identifying goals beyond high
will “reinforce core Army values, un- school
derstand and reinforce the tenets of Another program developed out
the Sacred Path of the Eastern Band of the partnership is the PFC Charles
of the Cherokee Nation.” George Cultural Summer Internship
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Kina B. Swayney, Program whereby UTC cadets, and
working with the Steve Youngdeer other interested UTC students, will
American Legion Post 143, SSG align with EBCI tribal departments
Warren Dupree, is one of the leaders in their area of study for a three-
and facilitators of the program. week internship in May 2014.
“This cultural partnership is in- Maj. Robert E. Ricks III, UTC
tended to expand cultural aware- ROTC program, related that the ini-
ness, provide participants a tial internship will involve anywhere
developmental experience in their from 16 to 24 students working in
specific field of study and an under- teams of two or three. “The end re-
standing of Native American war- sult of this effort is an exchange of
rior ethos, past and present.” cultural awareness and conscious-
She related that UTC cadets will ness, along with an understanding
march in the upcoming Cherokee In- of operating philosophies and ratio-
dian Fair Parade and others will par- nales that benefits both UTC students
ticipate in the Chief ’s Challenge and the Eastern Band Cherokee com-
one-mile race immediately preceding munity.”
the Parade. CHS JROTC cadets, along with JV
According to information from and varsity football players, will
Lt. Col. Swayney, some of the goals travel to UTC on Nov. 9 for Military
of the program for Cherokee stu- Recognition Day during the UTC –
dents include: Wofford football.
• Gain familiarity with the history
One Feather
deadline
Monday
at 12nooncherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 11
CROSS COUNTRY
Murphy High Middle School Girls
(times not available)
School Invitational 1 – Shay Tisho, Swain
2 – Cameron Rice, Murphy
Wednesday, Sept. 18 3 – Abigail Knight, Robbinsville
5 – Tori Teesateskie, Cherokee
Girls 6 – Shelby Wolfe, Cherokee
1 – Emma Garrison, Union County, 23 – Jamie Lossiah, Cherokee
19:38.1 41 – Rachel Blythe, Cherokee
2 – Shawnda Martin, Robbinsville, 50 – Jimiqua Driver, Cherokee
19:48.6 Middle School Girls team: 1st – Mur-
3 – Shelby Hyatt, Swain, 21:13.9
20 – LeLe Lossiah, Cherokee,
phy 50, 2nd – Robbinsville 66, 3rd –
Swain 75, 4th – Hayesville 90, 5th
Like the county fairs
24:36.5 Cherokee 115, 6th – MDCS 128, 7th you remember
32 – Syndia Yanez, Cherokee, Union County 140
25:57.5 as a kid.
Girls team: 1st – Union County 50, Middle School Boys
2nd – Swain 56, 3rd – Hayesville 61, 1 – Gavin Morgan, Hayesville, But with blowguns.
4th – Murphy 62, 5th – Towns 12:18.8
County 2 – Darius Lambert, Cherokee,
12:29.1
Boys 3 – C.J. Anderson, HDR, 12:36.6
1 – Frank Cline, Robbinsville, 16:32 26 – Josiah Lossiah, Cherokee,
2 – Adam Urbaniuk, Hayesville, 15:32.9
17:58.1 27 – Yah Sadongei, Cherokee, 15:49
3 – Kaeson Hooper, Murphy, 18:04.6 43 – Logan Hux, Cherokee, 18:29.8
14 – Brock Powell, Cherokee, 63 – Corbin Wolfe, Cherokee,
19:43.8 21:48.6
Boys team: 1st – Hayesville 43, 2nd Middle School Boys team: 1st – Mur-
– Union County 64, 3rd – Rob- phy 55, 2nd – Union County 64, 3rd
binsville 68, 4th – Murphy 75, 5th – – Robbinsville 89, 4th – Hayesville
Swain 105, 6th – Towns County 113, 5th – HDR 120, 6th – Cherokee
145, 7th - Hiwassee Dam 201, 8th – 123, 7th – Martins Creek 180, 8th –
Nantahala 204 Swain County 198, 9th – MDCS 21112 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
SOCCER
Cherokee 3
Swain 0
Monday, Sept. 23 at Cherokee
Scoring Summary
1st half
30:16 – Raven Frankiewicz
(Cher), Cherokee 1 Swain 0
2nd half
39:39 – Darius Thompson
(Cher), Cherokee 2 Swain 0
27:10 – Jalon Lossiah (Cher),
Cherokee 3 Swain 0
SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather photos
Cherokee’s goalie Tommy Lossiah goes airborne to swat the ball out of the box on a corner kick in the first
Cherokee’s Simon Montelongo half of Monday’s game against Swain. Lossiah and the Cherokee defenders shut out the Maroon Devils.
(#24) challenges a Swain
player for a ball in the first
half.
Cherokee’s Levi Swearengin
(#8) brings the ball up field in
the first half. Cherokee’s Darius Thompson (#20) beats a Cherokee defender en route to scoring a goal early in the sec-
ond half.cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 13
SCOTT MCKIE B.P./One Feather Photo courtesy of Krystopher Storm
Milholen sworn in as Magistrate New sign
Cherokee Chief Justice Bill Boyum (right) administers the Oath of Office Heart to Heart Child Advocacy Center has a new sign. It was made
as a Contract Magistrate to Mike Milholen in Cherokee Tribal Court on and installed by A.G.M. Sign Company of Sapphire.
Wednesday, Sept. 18.
Harrah’s Cherokee photo
Harrah’s Cherokee donates $3 to Harrah’s Cherokee photo
All Souls Counseling Harrah’s Cherokee donates $5K to
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort presented a $3,000 donation to the MedWest Foundation
All Souls Counseling Center on Monday, Sept. 23. The Asheville-based Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort presented the MedWest Foundation-
organization provides mental health counseling to uninsured and un- Harris Swain with a $5,000 sponsorship on Monday, Sept. 23 for the
derinsured Western North Carolina residents. Shown (left-right) are All organization's 2013 Super Gala. Nearly 350 attended the event held
Souls development officer Mimi Murphy, All Souls development associ- on Aug. 24, which raised more than $85,000 for the New Generations
ate Pam Penland, All Souls Board chair Larry Thompson, Harrah’s Family Birthing Center at MedWest-Harris. Shown (left-right) are Med-
Cherokee Casino Resort vice president of human resources and exter- West Foundation executive director Steve Brown, MedWest Gala Com-
nal relations Jo Blaylock, and All Souls executive director Sue Brooks. mittee co-chair Shannon Berrey, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort vice
The donation will sponsor the annual All Souls Gala on Nov. 14 at the president of human resources and external relations Jo Blaylock and
Asheville Events Centre. Proceeds from the gala will help fund the or- MedWest Foundation development specialist Andie Robinson.
ganization's programs and services.14 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
uscript Library. ping at the Oconaluftee Visitor Cen- year's event drew over 400,000 par-
As the Archibald Hanna, Jr. Fel- ter and in nearby Cherokee. ticipants, and this year's event ex-
low in American History, Francis is In celebration Friends of the pects record-high participation.
spending the month of September in Smokies’ 20th anniversary, this hike The Museum Day Live! ticket will be
Reading and Book residence at the library, which is along the cool and clear Chasteen available to download beginning in
Signing at Qualla Library home to the Kilpatrick collection of Creek will focus on water quality im- August at
nearly 2,000 Cherokee manuscripts. provements within GSMNP. Dona- www.Smithsonian.com/museumday
Jerri Beck, formerly of Birdtown, There, he is working with a team tions to Friends help to support Visitors who present the Mu-
is the author of tribal markings, a col- committed to determining the range water quality monitoring projects seum Day Live! ticket will gain free
lection of poetry published by Blue of genres of Cherokee writing, iden- within the Park which are part of entrance for two at participating
Rooster Press. She will read selec- tifying significant Cherokee written the effort to reduce the environmen- venues for one day only. One ticket is
tions from the book and autograph texts and developing a grammar of tal impact of airborne acid. permitted per household, per email
copies on Thursday, Sept. 26 at written Cherokee. Participants will gather to carpool to address. For more information
7p.m. at the Qualla Boundary Li- Francis said one of the most sig- the all day excursion in Asheville, about Museum Day Live! 2013 and a
brary. nificant finds has included a mid- Maggie Valley, and the Park. list of participating museums and
Currently a resident of Birming- 19th-century printed primer that In support of the Smokies Trails For- cultural institutions visit
ham, Ala., Beck is a graduate of has short articles about animals, in- ever program, a donation of $10 www.Smithsonian.com/museum-
Swain County High School and Mars cluding fox, squirrel and cow, and from current members and $35 day.
Hill College. While in college, she stories about 19th-century life. from non-members is requested. Info: Sequoyah Birthplace Mu-
worked for the Cherokee Historical “We should be able to develop Non-members receive a complimen- seum (423) 884-6246
Association and was a writer for the these into early readers for the Atse tary membership to Friends of the - Sequoyah Birthplace Museum
Cherokee One Feather. She is the Kituwah Cherokee Language Im- Smokies. Members who bring a
daughter of the late Jerry and Lucille mersion Academy and for our friend hike for free. Wolftown
Beck and granddaughter of the late classes at WCU,” said Francis. To register for this hike or any
Community news
Crawford and Myrtle Jenkins. At WCU, Francis teaches courses Classic Hike held monthly on the
Barry Marks, president of the on Cherokee grammar, language third Tuesday, contact Friends of the Wolftown Community Club will
Alabama State Poetry Society, notes: death, language revitalization and Smokies at outreach.nc@friendsoft- be participating in the Fall Festival
“Her gift is her ability to take us linguistic anthropology. He and hesmokies.org or (828) 452-0720. by entering a float in the parade and
where she has been and show us Thomas Belt, coordinator of WCU’s For a complete list of the Classic having a booth at the fair.
what she has seen. More, these Cherokee Language Program, work Hikes, visit friendsofthesmokies.org. We invite anyone and everyone
poems find deeper meaning in both together to develop the WCU Chero- Information about support for trail to come out and help. We will be
her unique experiences and our kee language curriculum. improvements in GSMNP may be working on the float nightly and on
everyday lives.” Info: found at smokiestrailsforever.org. the weekend right up to Parade Day.
Irene Latham, author of Leaving www.media.wcu.edu/groups/chero- - Friends of the Smokies Please call Tuff or Tammy Jack-
Gees Bend, 2011 ALLA Children’s keelanguage or WCU Cherokee Cen- son 788-4088 for details on what is
Book of the Year, said: “These power- ter 497-7920 Sequoyah Birthplace needed to build a winning float or
ful poems employ clear, simple lan- - WCU Library times we will be working. Usually, we
Museum joins
guage to reveal how our sense of start around 6:30 pm during the
identity is rooted in family and in all Smithsonian weekday evenings and afternoons on
Friends of the Smokies
the places we have ever called magazine's Ninth Annual Saturday and Sunday.
hosting fall color hike
‘home.’” Museum Day Live! For the Wolftown booth, we need
The event is free and open to the The Friends of the Smokies are canned goods, military pictures (past
public. Info: 497-1764 hosting a fall color hike along Sequoyah Birthplace Museum and present), elders pictures (past
- Qualla Boundary Bradley Fork and Chasteen Creek will open its doors free of charge on and present), crafts, and gourds.
Trails to marvel at the changing Saturday, Sept. 28 as part of Smith- These items can be delivered to the
leaves, late fall flowers, and a tum- sonian magazine's ninth annual Mu- Community Club any evening or call
WCU Cherokee language
bling waterfall. On Tuesday, Oct. 15 seum Day Live! A nationwide event, Polly Castorena 736-9503 to make
program director hiking expert, author of two re- Museum Day Live! offers free admis- arrangements. Please have phone
conducting research gional hiking guide books (plus new sion to visitors presenting a Museum number and names on all items so
at Yale University book on her hike of the Mountains- Day Live! ticket at a participating that we can return them to you after
to-Sea Trail), and Friend of the museum or cultural institution. the fair. If you would like to help
Smokies volunteer Danny Bernstein Inclusive by design, the event repre- with the setting up of the booth,
CULLOWHEE –Hartwell Fran- returns to lead this 7-mile out and sents Smithsonian's commitment to please be at the Fairgrounds on Sat-
cis, director of Western Carolina back hike. The hike is moderate in make learning and the spread of urday, Sept. 28 any time after 9am.
University’s Cherokee language pro- difficulty with a total ascent of knowledge accessible to everyone, We would also appreciate any
gram, won a fellowship to study 1,200 ft. and partially follows an old giving museums across all 50 states donation of candy for the parade.
19th- and 20th-century Cherokee roadbed beside the creek. After the the opportunity to emulate the ad- We appreciate your support and any
language texts archived at Yale Uni- downhill return, participants can get mission policy of the Smithsonian participation you can give us! Sgi!
versity’s Beinecke Rare Book & Man- an early jump on their holiday shop- museums in Washington, D.C. Last - Polly Jo Castorenacherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 15
Foundation announces derby team. Residents of Swain, VOLLEYBALL
GRIFFIN, Kandace Rhean
new hires Jackson, Macon, Haywood and Bun- Tuesday, Sept. 17
14-95.11(c) Drugs: Possession of combe Counties make up the team. Cherokee vs. Rosman
The Cherokee Preservation Drug Paraphernalia – Dismissed on Advance tickets for Pajama Jam are Middle School: Rosman 25-14, 25-
Foundation has enhanced its team Plea $5 and can be purchased at 15
with the hiring of Tammy Jackson as 14-95.5(a) Drugs: Possessing a con- www.brownpapertickets.com. Tick- JV: Rosman 25-16, 25-6
the community development coordi- trolled substance classified in sched- ets are $7 at the door. Children High School: Rosman 25-5, 25-10,
nator and Marilyn Ball of 12Twelve ule I, II, III, IV and V – Guilty Plea, 6 under 5 are always free. Tuckasegee 25-19
Collaborative Marketing as a com- months jail time suspended, credit Tavern will be hosting an after party Thursday, Sept. 19
munications consultant. for time served (14 days), sentence beginning at 8:00 pm following the Cherokee vs. Swain
"We are very pleased to have to run concurrent with federal bout. Middle School: Swain 25-22, 25-13
these two outstanding resources on charges - Smoky Mountain Roller Girls JV: Swain 25-12, 25-15
board with the Cherokee Preserva- 14-30.6 Child Abuse in the Second High School: Swain 25-14, 25-14,
tion Foundation. Our long-term Degree – Dismissed on Plea 25-16
goals include establishing a higher 14-30.6 Child Abuse in the Second
level of community relations and in- Degree – Dismissed on Plea
volvement as well as communicating 14-70.17 Obstructing Justice – Dis-
our progress and successes locally, missed on Plea
regionally and nationally. With
Tammy and Marilyn's extensive ex- RATTLER, Elizabeth
perience and credentials, we are cer- 14-10.60 Larceny – Dismissed on
tain these goals will be reached," said Plea
Annette Clapsaddle, executive direc- 14-10.61 Receiving or Possessing
tor of the Cherokee Preservation Stolen Property – Drug Court, Stay
Foundation. Judgment, 6 months jail time stayed
Jackson is an EBCI tribal mem- 14-2.2 Criminal Conspiracy – Dis-
ber and was born and raised in missed on Plea
Cherokee. Her career accomplish-
ments include coordinating and Roller Derby at Birdtown
leading the 2013 Costa Rica Eco- to benefit Betty Dupree
Study Tour for Cherokee youth and
developing and leading programs for
Cancer Support Center
the Mission to the World Ministry in The Smoky Mountain Roller
Cherokee and with other tribes Girls are set to host their last home
across the country. She will be assist- bout of the season! “Pajama Jam” is
ing the Cherokee Preservation Foun- scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28 at
dation and Cooperative Extension the Birdtown Gym in Cherokee. The
with ongoing projects. Smoky Mountain Roller Girls will
Ball's marketing and public rela- face off against the Middle Georgia
tions experience spans two decades Derby Demons from Macon, Ga.
of advertising leadership by provid- Doors open at 5p.m., bout begins at
ing marketing and communication 6 p.m.
initiatives for the region's tourism, Proceeds from the bout will ben-
hospitality and economic develop- efit the Betty Dupree Cherokee Can-
ment industries, including adminis- cer Support Center. The Smoky
tration of successful public relations Mountain Roller Girls have a tradi-
campaigns for Harrah's Cherokee tion of donating proceeds from their
Casino Resort. ticket sales to local charities since
- Cherokee Preservation Foundation their debut sold out bout. Most re-
cently, SMRG donated proceeds from
Tribal Court Judgment their “Cruisin’ for a Bruisin” event to
Hawthorne Heights and the Chero-
Summary for Sept. 11
kee Children’s Home. SMRG have
also donated funds to other organi-
BRADY, Wendy Pearl
zations such as Qualla Safe House
14-10.60 Larceny – Guilty Plea, 60
and The Bryson City Food Pantry in
days jail time suspended, one year
the past.
probation, 24 hours community
Smoky Mountain Roller Girls is a
service, $200 fine, $190 court
non-profit all women’s flat track
costs, $150 restitution ordered16 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
CHS participates in Red Cross Blood Drive
SUBMITTED BY CHEROKEE levels ranging from $250 to $1,000.
HIGH SCHOOL In order for students to qualify for
the scholarship, they must complete
ast week, Cherokee High School the following tasks:
L invited the community to walk
the Sacred Path. Exercising
generosity, students responded to
• Your high school must hold at least
two Red Cross blood drives during
the school year.
Frances Hess’ call to participate in • A representative must hold a plan-
the annual American Red Cross ning and organizational meeting for
Blood Drive. the blood drives with a Red Cross
CHS was one unit shy of break- representative.
ing the school’s collection record of • Meet productive units of blood for
72 units, which was set at a blood each scholarship level.
drive in honor of Hess in 2007. This Brianna Smith earned the 2013
was the 57th blood drive organized CHS Making a Difference Educa-
by Hess in 28 years. She has dedi- tional Scholarship from the Ameri-
cated her life to serving others and can Red Cross. As a former student
continues to set an example for her of Mrs. Hess, Brianna successfully
students. hosted a blood drive last year and
This is first of three blood drives met the criteria for the scholarship.
to be held this year. Following in CCS photos She was awarded a $250 scholar-
Hess’ footsteps, Joi Owle is set to host Craig Barker and Deb Foerst never miss a beat while they run daily ship towards higher education.
her first CHS blood drive on Nov. 26 operations at CHS while donating blood. Smith is an example to future stu-
as part of her senior project. She dents what can be accomplished
hopes to set a record-breaking collec- with commitment, service, and hard
tion of units. The last blood drive oc- community, but it extends outward ship to students who collect a mini- work.
curs in March. to the surrounding counties. mum of 25 pints of blood and a Contact Joi Owle or Frances Hess
Seventy-seven people presented Hess said, “Every time we do our $2,000 scholarship for 50 pints. at Cherokee High School to partici-
to donate with twenty-seven being blood drive, the Red Cross workers They can also receive a $50 gift card pate in the next blood drive. Help the
first-time donors. CHS has the most request to come her. They are so im- and a letter of recommendation from school exceed its goals. CHS relies on
double cell donors of any school in pressed with the generosity and be- the American Red Cross if their drive the support of the community. To-
the area. havior of our students. We have makes goal. gether we can make Joi’s blood drive
According to the American Red never received a negative comment The Making a Difference Educa- a record-breaking success. See you
Cross, “Double red cell donation al- in all the years we have been holding tional Scholarship Program awards in November Brave Supporters!
lows you to safely donate two units the blood drives.” scholarship funds at four different
of red blood cells during one ap- The representative from the
pointment as an automated dona- American Red Cross said, “Thank
tion process.” you for a very successful blood drive
In 2001, former Principal Ball today! You all are very awesome! See
and Hess moved the annual blood you in the spring.”
drive into the school and opened it The American Red Cross uses a
up to student participation. This is variety of programs to reward stu-
the high school’s 23rd blood drive dents for their selfless generosity and
and continues to draw more and service. The Red Cord Program en-
more participation from students, ables graduating students to earn a
faculty, staff and community mem- red honor cord from the American
bers. Red Cross. It recognizes seniors who
It serves as a vehicle to teach the have participated in at least three ac-
meaning and components of Sacred tivities, which include lifesaving
Path to our students and community blood donations and volunteering,
members: leadership, generosity, during the school year.
caring, sharing, and so many more. The Blood Stock Scholarship
The teaching does not stop with our Challenge awards a $1,000 scholar- CHS senior Emre Johnson gives a big thumbs up as she donates blood.cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 17
18 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
Letter of thanks and your help with us learning all the Birdtown Council Member for the
appreciation from Cherokee Syllabary and help with Lana Lambert (Diyaketsisgi), Kelly past 14 years. I have enjoyed the
some language lessons for us. Also, Bradley (Keli), Nikki Crisp (Ugidali), leadership opportunity to work with
2012-2013 Duyukodvi
sgi to our families and employers for Sky Sampson (Galvloi) you and serve my Community and
(Right Path) class. supporting us in this program and and Eddie Paul (edi quoli) the Tribe, on a local, state and na-
On behalf of the 2012-2013 adjusting schedules for us to attend. Duyukodvi 2012-2013 Alumni tional level. I will continue to stay
Duyukodvi class, we would like to ac- Also SGI to the current Duyukodvi involved in the Community Club,
knowledge and give thanks to Un- Alumni group you can add us to the Free Labor Group and other Commu-
elanvi and all the people who list to help out. And Sgi to Tom Belt, Thank you nity activities.
inspired us with your talks during Amanda Swimmer and Garfield
our classes or words of encourage- Long Jr. for speaking at our gradua- I would like to say “Thanks” to Sincerely,
ment. We also want to say sgi to tion and encouraging words for us. the Members of the Eastern Band Jim Owle
Juanita Wilson for putting up with Again, thank you very much and and especially to the Birdtown Com-
us all year long and keep everything may God continue to bless each and munity and My Family, for your sup-
in check for us. Marie Junaluska for every one. port while serving as “Your”
plan a path to success that will en- demic schedules in 10th, 11th , and source for community service and
able you to have more choices when 12th grade. involvement. Volunteer or ask to be
it’s your turn to be a senior. I have 2. Your school may have specific considered for an internship in area
listed some things to consider below paths that match your specific inter- of special interest to you. Colleges
that might help you develop a strat- ests. If you are all about Business will be most impressed with a history
egy or plan for your high school ca- studies, check with your counselor of involvement instead of a sudden
reer. about your school’s vocational hon- rush to “look” involved just in your
1. Even though Honors and AP ors courses and pathways that might senior year.
classes provide additional responsi- suit that special interest. The North 5. Plan your summers between
bilities (including extra projects, Carolina scholars program has sev- your high school years in such a way
Ninth Graders: homework, etc.) the pay off can be eral paths which help you determine to demonstrate your educational
Mold your High tremendous in helping get your rank the courses you should enroll in to commitment. Stake out camps or
and GPA up to impressive heights ensure your future success and ac- other summer enrichment opportu-
School success when it comes time to apply to col- ceptance into North Carolina univer- nities that will enlighten you while
leges senior year. Don’t let the idea of sities and colleges. also making you standout when
lthough most of my columns more work scare you away from 3. School doesn’t have to be just completing scholarship applications
A have been focused on seniors,
your ninth grade year might
in fact, be your most critically impor-
these beneficial courses. It has been
my experience that they really don’t
involve that much more work than
the “brick and mortar” school you
see in town. In addition to your
classes there, consider picking up a
and college admission applications
in the future. Even having a summer
job can demonstrate your ability to
tant year of high school. This is the standard courses, yet offer a student transferrable course from your local be responsible and able to commit to
year that you can create a road map 5.0 and 6.0 credits. At minimum, community college, virtual school, an activity requiring time manage-
to high school success, and on point try to include at least a few Honors or a distance learning or on-line pro- ment and skill building.
college preparation. With a little courses to your ninth grade schedule gram. As an example, I am currently So, get started ninth graders!
planning, and the support of your to help you prepare for more ad- taking four classes at Murphy High Now is the time to take action, plan,
school counselor, you can virtually vanced courses and rigorous aca- School, one AP class offered from and prepare so that you will be ready
our virtual school program, another for that big senior year, your “first
AP class from a private on-line acad- choice” college, and a bright future.
emy, and yet another Honors course
from our local community college.
Be sure to clear each class you are in-
terested in with your counselor to
make certain they are transferrable 2013 Cherokee
for full credit to your high school
transcript. It never hurts to explore Indian Fair
admission requirements for your
“top choice” colleges either.
Parade Tuesday,
4. Go ahead and start investiga-
tion community service groups you
Oct. 1 at 4pm
can become active with. Student ad-
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CLUB SCHEDULE: Please drive carefully during Fair Week. the summer is leaving and the chill of winter is on
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Managers’ Meeting – 8:30 a.m. There will be increased traffic and congestion in the horizon. Autumn is also the start of a new
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Cultural Heritage Day (Club, and around the fairgrounds. Especially watch out school year for primary and secondary schools.
School and Tribal Holiday) for the children during this time. Television networks begin to market their new se-
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Board Resolution Deadline – ries and show new episodes of old favorites. In
8:30 a.m. JOB OPPORTUNITY 1997, “Autumn” was one of the top 100 names
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Flu Shots – 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 Equipment Operator for girls in the United States.
a.m. Construction and Facilities Department But, in the Great Smoky Mountains, the area
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Board of Directors’ Meeting For additional information, see the Employ- we are blessed to call home, the sky becomes a
– 8:30 a.m. ment Section in this issue of the Cherokee One deeper shade of blue, the air is crisp, the aroma of
Thursday, Oct. 17 – Safety Committee Meeting – Feather. wood smoke becomes evident and a color change
11:30 a.m. in the leaves occurs. We see pumpkins, beautiful
FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE foliage and a transition into another season. We
CHEROKEE INDIAN FAIR BEGINS Flu Shots will be available in the Boys Club’s see tourism pick up during this time; people will be
NEXT WEEK Lobby on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 flocking to the mountains to catch a glimpse of
Cherokee Central Schools will have an early a.m. The shots will be available to any and all the beauty we are so fortunate to enjoy every day.
release day on Tuesday, Oct. 1 in preparation for Boys Club employees and community members Then, our thoughts turn to Halloween,
the Cherokee Indian Fair Parade that begins at during this time. Thanksgiving and Christmas. The end of another
4p.m. Boys Club departments may close half a year is right around the corner. We ask ourselves
day on Tuesday as an annual leave day for em- AUTUMN IS HERE! where the time has gone. Then reality hits and we
ployees. This will be at the department managers’ Autumn, often known as Fall, officially ar- realize it really does go by quickly. Appreciate
discretion. Cherokee Central Schools, the Tribe rived Sept. 22. Autumn can be associated with each day and take procrastination out of your vo-
and the Boys Club will be closed on Wednesday, the transition from warm weather to cold weather, cabulary because we truly are only here for a little
Oct. 2 to celebrate Cultural Heritage Day. (This is a season of harvest or the Halloween season. Au- while.
also Children’s Day at the Fair.) tumn has been associated with melancholy since20 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
Graveside Services were held 2pm on Kirby, Freida Huskey, Paula Hol- Marie Cole
Thursday, Sept. 19 at Yellowhill loway, Stacey Louise Harsh and Services were held in the Chapel
Cemetery. Rev. Donald Ensley, Rev. Bobbi Wahnetah; nephews, Howard of Long House Funeral Home on
James (Bo) Parris, and Ray Kinsland Wahnetah, Lee Wahnetah, Mingo Wednesday, Sept. 18. An immediate
Norman Leroy (Roy) officiated. Hornbuckle, Buddy Hornbuckle, burial followed in the Amazing
Winchester Allen Hornbuckle, Jeff Hornbuckle, Grace Cemetery near niece Joyce
Wahnetah Curtis, Taylor Bridges, Bowman's home on Bradley Branch
John R. “Junnie”
Norman Leroy (Roy) Winches- Ronnie Hornbuckle, Larry Horn- in Cherokee. Brother Greg Morgan
ter, 77, of the Yellowhill Community, Hornbuckle Jr. buckle and David Youngbird. officiated, and the Pall Bearers were
went home to be with the Lord, Tues- John R. "Junnie" Hornbuckle Jr., He is also preceded in death by among the family, free labor group
day, Sept. 17, 2013 at his home. A 69, of Cherokee, passed away on three brothers, Clifford Earl Horn- and staff of Long House.
native of Swain County, he was the September 17 ,2013 following a buckle, Van Hornbuckle and Lauren Long House is assisting the fam-
son of the late Wiliby and Bessie brief illness at the Tsali Care Ctr. in Hornbuckle and three sisters, Jean ily in the arrangements of services.
Watkins Winchester. He was pre- Cherokee. Hornbuckle, Nora Hornbuckle and
ceded in death by a son Ray Win- John was the son of the late John
chester, one grandchild, Matthew Russell Hornbuckle, Sr. and Stacey
Groenewold, two sisters, Betty Ball Florence (Crowe) Hornbuckle of
and Ella Mae McMahan, and one Cherokee. He was fire fighter in days
brother Troy Winchester. passed and a "Gun Fighter" at the
He is survived by his wife of 50 old Frontier Land themed park in
years, Lucille Smith Winchester, two Cherokee. John lived most of his last
children; Leona Groenewold of years with family and remained close
Cherokee, and Benny Winchester with many cousins, nieces and
and wife Margie of Cherokee, six nephews.
grandchildren; Angel Blanton, Kim- John is survived by son Freeman
berly Winchester, Tonya Rae Win- Bradley, one brother, Alexander
chester, Jasper Groenewold, Zack Hornbuckle and one sister, Francis
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Winchester, and Gavin Groenewold, Wahnetah; nieces, Stacey Horn-
and 12 great grandchildren. buckle, Joyce Bowman, Lorettacherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 21
he Cherokee Center would like to offer thanks and congratulations for WCU Study of Developed Shorelines gave a presentation about his work with
T the “Rooted in the Mountains” symposium held on September 20-21
at the College of Health and Human Sciences building of Western Car-
olina University. Greetings were given by the Dean of the College, Dean Dou-
the Elwha River Project in Washington state and with the Klallum tribe, as
they restored sacred sites.
Other speakers/presenters included Adam Bigelow, William Shelton, TJ
glas Keskula and Provost Beth Lofquist. Chaired by Dr. Lisa Lefler and Pam Holland, Brent Martin, David Cozzo and Reverend Rosemary Peek. Anna
Duncan, this year’s theme for “Rooted” was WATER. Mr. Greg Leading Fox Fariello’s exhibit titled, Understanding our Past, Shaping our Future, was dis-
offered Pawnee songs to open the symposium. played in the CHHS lobby. Musical performances Friday evening included
Keynote presentations were given by Ron Rash, author and Appalachian Sheila Kay Adams, the Downhome Divas, and Ian Moore & the Secondhand
keynote speaker who teaches at WCU and Thomas Belt, instructor and Na- String Band. On Saturday, participants were treated to a private session of
tive keynote speaker who teaches Cherokee language at WCU. The film, the Healing Touch technique with Nancy Stephens, RN, BSN, HTCP, and
Tapped was viewed, followed by a panel discussion featuring Audra Begg and HTI. She is a WCU alumni and uses Healing Touch in her nursing practice
Lauren Bishop of WCU Energy Management, Roger Clapp, Watershed Asso- treating the mind, body and spirit. She currently works at Cherokee Hospital
ciation of the Tuckasegee River (WATR) and Tommy Cabe of the Eastern as a staff nurse.
Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Forestry. Dr. Rob Young, director of the
WCU selects Campbell's Timothy Metz to lead
institutional planning, effectiveness
C
ULLOWHEE – Timothy D. and assessment at Campbell since to have such an excellent OIPE staff, when Melissa Wargo, who had
Metz, director of institutional 2008, Metz previously was chair of and I am eager to join them,” he served as assistant vice chancellor
research and assessment at the Department of Biological Sci- said. “I am honored to be able to con- for institutional planning and effec-
Campbell University, has been ences at the university, which is lo- tribute to the university’s planning tiveness since January 2009, became
named the next assistant vice chan- cated in the Harnett County town of and effectiveness efforts and to the chief of staff at WCU on July 1.
cellor for institutional planning and Buies Creek. vision for the university’s future. I He was selected for the post fol-
effectiveness at Western Carolina He joined the Campbell faculty am glad I have the opportunity to lowing a national search conducted
University. in 1994 after earning his doctorate play a part in making that vision re- by a committee chaired by Kim
Metz, who began his career in in botany from Cornell University ality.” Ruebel, associate dean for academic
higher education as a faculty mem- and his bachelor’s degree in agricul- At Campbell, Metz is chair of the affairs in WCU’s College of Education
ber in biology before moving into tural sciences from the University of University Effectiveness Council, co- and Allied Professions.
university assessment and planning, Illinois. chair of the Institutional Data Stan- “Tim Metz is clearly up for the
will begin his new role leading Metz said he is impressed with dards Committee, and a member of new challenges and opportunities
WCU’s Office of Institutional Plan- WCU’s recently approved strategic the Deans’ Council, Retention Com- that await him here at Western Car-
ning and Effectiveness on Oct. 15. plan titled “2020 Vision: Focusing mittee and Strategic Planning Coun- olina University. Tim has an analyti-
“Dr. Metz brings with him a Our Future,” which is designed to cil. cal mind, a real passion for
wealth of experience in data analy- guide the institution’s direction and He is a member of the American assessment and a collaborative style
sis, predictive modeling and learning development over the next decade Association for the Advancement of of work,” Ruebel said. “Having been
outcomes assessment,” Western Car- while strengthening relationships Science, American Scientific Affilia- a faculty member and department
olina Chancellor David O. Belcher with the communities and regions it tion, Association for Institutional head, Tim understands and can re-
said in announcing the appoint- serves. Research, North Carolina Associa- late to the academic world in a way
ment. “I am confident that Dr. Metz “I am excited to work with Chan- tion for Institutional Research and that allows for strong partnerships
is an excellent fit for WCU, and I am cellor Belcher and the academic and Southern Association for Institu- and a depth of understanding when
delighted to welcome him aboard.” administrative leaders of Western tional Research. it comes to academic program as-
Director of institutional research Carolina. The university is fortunate Metz will fill a vacancy created sessment and accreditation.”22 THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 2013 cherokee one feather/na tsalagi soquo ugidahli
2014 Costa Rica Eco-Study Acts wanted for Music eries and Wildlife Management is Cherokee Idol
Tour seeking participants on the River 2014 giving blaze orange hats to hunters seeking contestants
High school students ages 14 – Planning has begun for the who report harvest data and submit The Cherokee Idol Contest will
17, are you looking for an adventure 2014 event season, and bands are pre-molar teeth for aging. Report be held at the Cherokee Fairgrounds
that takes you out of your comfort needed to play at the stage down- forms and tooth envelopes are avail- in the Amphitheatre. A three night
zone for 12 days, while learning in town (Oconaluftee River Stage) adja- able at the Fisheries and Wildlife elimination is planned beginning
an Eco-friendly environment serving cent to the water features. Management office (Tribal Utilities Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 8:30pm. Phase
people from a different culture? Performances will be needed begin- Building, 1840 Paint Town Rd.) and two will be held on Thursday, Oct. 3
With the goal to help you develop ning May 16 and will occur every the Natural Resource Enforcement at 9pm and the finale is scheduled
leadership skills, the Costa Rica Eco- Friday and Saturday until Sunday, office (517 Sequoyah Trail). This for Friday, Oct. 4 at 9:30pm.
Study tour is for you. Tour dates are Aug. 31, 2014. A band will also be year, they are also giving out a prize Contestants will perform three
June 9-20, 2014. Interested stu- needed for each night of the July 4 for the largest (weight) bear har- different musical styles-R&B/Hip
dents can pick up applications at the week. Preference will be given to vested. Bears must be officially Hop, Country and Rock. Contestants
following locations: Cherokee High performance groups of EBCI tribal weighed by Natural Resource En- will be asked to prepare a song from
School (see Yona Wade), Swain High members. If you are a band, dance forcement staff to qualify. Info: Mike each genre for each night of the per-
School (see Kathy Decano), Rob- group, comedy act, etc, and you LaVoie 554-6113 formance. Each night, the MC will
binsville High School (see Brenda think you might be interested in per- randomly draw the style of music
Norville), Smoky Mountain High forming at the stage, contact Robert TERO job bank each artist will perform.
(see Linda Wittekind), WNC 4-H of- Jumper 554-6482 or robejump@nc- A random draw for the line -up
fices, Cherokee Youth Council (see cherokee.com TERO is the Tribe’s Indian prefer- of contestants will determine the
Sky Sampson) and the EBCI Exten- ence program. order the contestants will perform
sion Office. The deadline for applica- Attention bear hunters Are you looking for a job? TERO each night. Contestants will be re-
tions is Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 4pm. helps enrolled members of the East- quired to have their music for any of
Info: Tammy Jackson, community In an effort to better understand ern Band of Cherokee Indians and the three categories ready to go one
development coordinator, 554-6934 the black bear population on tribal other federally-recognized Tribes, hour before show time with it labeled
lands, the EBCI department of Fish- spouses of enrolled members and clearly so that the sound technicians
parents of minor enrolled children will have it ready for the perform-
find employment. If you qualify, ance.
come by the office and turn in an in- Contestants will be judged on:
take form. stage presence, vocal performance
If you are already on the job and crowd reaction. Contestants
bank, please call to schedule an ori- must be an EBCI tribal member.
entation to obtain your job bank par- A grand prize winner and run-
ticipation card. Call 554-6421 or ner up will be selected. Grand prize is
email tero@nc-cherokee.com to $1000 and the runner up will re-
schedule your appointment. You ceive $500.
must attend an orientation to stay There are a limited number of
active on the job bank. slots available. To register as a con-
- EBCI TERO testant, call or email Chris Watty at
828-554-6486 or email at chri-
watt@nc-cherokee.com.
- Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds
THE EBCI HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
Is seeking proposals from contractors for work who specialize in general residential rehabilitation
and repairs including but not limited to removing and replacing shingled and metal roofs; plumb-
ing and electrical repairs; remodeling bathrooms; rough and finish construction; building of decks
and handicap accessible ramps.
Several building professionals/contractors may be selected. Selections will be made based on
hourly price and qualifications. HCD is also seeking Contractors with NC. license in Plumbing,
Electrical, Heating & Cooling systems. Also Landscaping and Painting. The work to be performed
under this request is subject to Tribal Ordinance 280, Chapter 92 Tribal Business preference law.
TERO certified and qualified vendors will be given preference.
Submit proposal to: Darrell Brown Rehab Manager at the Housing & Community Development of-
fice at 756 Aquoni Road or mail to P.O. Box 455 Cherokee NC 28719. Deadline is Friday, October
4th, 2013 by 4:30PM. For more information or questions call Darrell Brown @ 828-736-5157 or
@ darrbrow@nc-cherokee.com 9/26You can also read
