Miss Cherokee report for April 2018

  By FAITH LONG MISS CHEROKEE 2017-18   I know I always start my updates with how this month has been crazy, but they keep getting crazier and busier! This month, I had two main events: Cherokee Days and Gathering of Nations. I attended Cherokee days with...

A Cherokee Gardener’s Journal: Early birds

  By JODY BRADLEY   If you are an avid gardener, by now you already have a few crops planted.  I have two that are my favorite.  First is a crop of lettuce, Parris Island COS.  This romaine lettuce is heat hearty, lasts longer, and makes great wilted...

Smith named SONC Athlete of the Month

  “She catches the pass from the wing… she shoots… and she scores! Jacee Smith for THREE!” As the announcer shouts, the crowd goes wild cheering loudly for #25! Smith has been named the SONC (Special Olympics North Carolina) May Athlete of the Month. A member of...

Valley River employee wins national award

  Each year, Caesars Entertainment, the managing partner of Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos, awards six standout employees its highest award, the Caesars Award of Excellence. The categories, which highlight the core company values, are: Inspiring Our Best,...