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Whitewater Landing opens officially in Cherokee

Whitewater Landing opens officially in Cherokee

The Whitewater Landing project, located off of Whitewater Dr. in Cherokee, N.C., was opened officially with a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 27. The park has a playground, a walking book trail, restrooms, a river observation deck, and a water landing area for small boats and tubes.

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SPEAKING OF FAITH: Change of address, Part 2 of 2

SPEAKING OF FAITH: Change of address, Part 2 of 2

Jesus tells us who to fear and the only one we need to fear. Luke 12:4-5 “Jesus says, And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. But I will warn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, who after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.”

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COMMENTARY: Dinilawigi election is a deadly serious matter

COMMENTARY: Dinilawigi election is a deadly serious matter

The power of the Dinilawigi (Tribal Council) goes well beyond any town, county, or state government. The authority given to the Dinilawigi by the Charter and Governing Document of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is far-reaching. Its power is not limited to legislating.

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OBITUARY: Mary Arlene Walker Reagan “Arlene”

OBITUARY: Mary Arlene Walker Reagan “Arlene”

Mary Arlene Walker Reagan “Arlene”, 75, of Whittier, passed away on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in Cherokee, N.C.  She was born on April 22, 1950, in Stilwell, Okla., to the late Owen and Cornelia Proctor Walker. Arlene’s life was rooted in devotion to her family and the simple joys that brought her fulfillment.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Tafoya receives prestigious art award

Tafoya receives prestigious art award

Rhiannon Skye Tafoya has been named one of 10 recipients of the LIFT – Early Career Support for Native Artist Award given by the Native Arts + Cultures Foundation (NACF).  Tafoya, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians with Santa Clara Pueblo heritage, is a multi-medium visual artist who has a love of basketry. 

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