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Sheriff Suspended, Accused of Exploiting Power for Sex

Law · Swain County

Sheriff Suspended, Accused of Exploiting Power for Sex

84% Center coverage: 12 sources

By Jennifer Emert Click here for updates on this story SWAIN COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — District Attorney Ashely Hornsby Welch is calling for the removal of Swain County’s Sheriff Curtis Cochran from office after he was charged with several crimes. Paperwork filed with the state court in North Carolina indicates charges were filed against 72-year-old Cochran on Friday, June 27, including felonious restraint, assault on a female, sexual …See the Story

Swain Co. Sheriff Facing Criminal Sex Charge Retires

Corruption · Swain County

Swain Co. Sheriff Facing Criminal Sex Charge Retires

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

SWAIN COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) - A Swain County Sheriff facing criminal charges has retired. Sheriff Curtis Cochran was arrested Friday, June 27, for multiple charges, including sexual battery. He has served as sheriff since December 2006. He was last sworn in in December 2022. District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch requested an immediate suspension of Cochran from his role as sheriff and requested the judge permanently remove Cochran as well as perm…See the Story

NC Sheriff Arrested and Charged with Sexual Battery, Leaving Residents Shocked

Swain County · Swain County

NC Sheriff Arrested and Charged with Sexual Battery, Leaving Residents Shocked

Coverage: 2 sources

Residents of Swain County, North Carolina, were shocked to learn of the arrest of their sheriff.See the Story

North Carolina Wine Tasting Train Rides

A noteworthy way to explore North Carolina's beauty is by hopping aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and sipping fine wine!Bryson City · Bryson City Read Article

Federal legislative updates of interest to EBCI citizens (July 2, 2025) - The Cherokee One Feather

The One Feather will now provide weekly legislative updates on various pieces of federal legislation of interest to members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The bills are shown in the order in which they were introduced following the new bills for the week.Cherokee, North Carolina · Cherokee Read Article

THE GOOD STUFF: Louise Goings named a Taproot Fellow - The Cherokee One Feather

Several years ago, Louise Goings told me that she has made literally thousands of baskets during her life. Her work is outstanding, and she has received various honors over the years for her outstanding artistry, and she is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet.Cherokee, North Carolina · Cherokee Read Article

OBITUARY: Sally J. Kent - The Cherokee One Feather

Sally J. Kent, 62, of the Painttown Community in Cherokee, N.C., passed away after an extended illness on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Cherokee Indian Hospital in Cherokee, N.C.Cherokee, North Carolina · Cherokee Read Article

OBITUARY: Charles Ray Elders - The Cherokee One Feather

Charles Ray Elders, 82, of Whittier, N.C., went to his heavenly home on Friday, June 20, 2025.Whittier · Whittier Read Article

Museum of the Cherokee People announces ‘The Way We See the World’ film lineup - The Cherokee One Feather

Submitted by Museum of the Cherokee People CHEROKEE, NC – Museum of the Cherokee People has announced the film lineup for its annual Indigenous pop culture event The Way We See the World, held in the Council Fire Ballroom at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort on Aug. 1 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The free evening includes film screenings, an art market, special appearances by filmmakers and talent, and a silent auction benefiting the 501(c)3 nonprof…Indigenous · Cherokee Read Article

Cherokee Water ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᎹ announces new distribution deal with no added cost - The Cherokee One Feather

Thanks to a new distribution deal, Cherokee Water ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᎹ will be available to thousands more people in the region. The water, a product of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), will now be distributed by Pepsi Co. along with a new marketing strategy entitled “Yes Cherokee Can”.Cherokee, North Carolina · Cherokee Read Article

OBITUARY: Florence Addie Reed - The Cherokee One Feather

Florence Addie Reed, also known as “Babe,” beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Born on May 6, 1965, Babe lived a life filled with love, kindness, and pride in her Native American heritage.Cherokee, North Carolina · Cherokee Read Article