http://www.cherokee.org Cherokee - The Official Web Site of the Cherokee Nation based in Tahlequah Oklahoma. The Western Band of Cherokee are a federally recognized Native American Indian Tribe. This web site containd Cherokee Nation News, services for tribal members, information regarding the Cherokee, Culture, History plus much more. 1 his summer the Cherokee Nation is offering $100 clothing vouchers to help parents cope with the costs of getting their children dressed for a new school year. The vouchers will be redeemable at select Stage stores across northeastern Oklahoma. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33048/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 10:27:16 GMT The Cherokee Nation Diabetes Prevention Program recently received high marks in its quarterly update, taking top spots in participant recruitment and retention. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33047/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 10:22:31 GMT The first 11 students to attend Cherokee Nation’s Immersion School made history Monday night when they graduated from the program during a commencement ceremony held at Sequoyah Schools’ Place Where They Play. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33046/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 10:13:42 GMT Geary Don Crofford, Ph.D., and dean of academics at Sequoyah Schools recently graduated from the Oklahoma Principals’ Academy. The Oklahoma Principals' Academy provides K-12 principals and assistant principals leadership development customized for the unique challenges of leading today's elementary and secondary schools. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33045/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 09:42:42 GMT This summer Cherokee Nation is offering young tribal citizens an opportunity to attend Camp Cherokee, an enriching cultural and academic experience that features programs from the Art Institute and the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Academy. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33044/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 09:28:25 GMT Cherokee Nation Contract Health Services received a dividend check for $1.51 million at Monday night’s Tribal Council meeting thanks to the April sale of Cherokee Nation Businesses’ corporate plane. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33043/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 09:18:24 GMT Cherokee students planning to pursue higher education at The University of Tulsa are now eligible to obtain additional funding through a newly established $1 million endowment. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33042/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 09:10:08 GMT Cherokee Nation Businesses hosted an open house for its new industrial laundry facility in Jay on Thursday. The new 5,600-square-foot facility eliminates the outsourcing of laundry services for its hotels and creates 11 new jobs in the area. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33041/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 09:02:46 GMT During its May general meeting, the Cherokee Nation Tribal Council confirmed a fifth and final member of the tribe’s Election Commission, increased the tribe’s budget to help fund housing and elder initiatives and approved a feasibility study to explore potential uses for tribal land. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33040/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 18 May 2012 08:30:35 GMT Entries are being accepted for the Sixth Cherokee National Holiday Art Show, to be held over Labor Day weekend in Tahlequah. Deadline for entering artwork in the show is Friday, Aug. 10. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33039/Press_Article.aspx Mon, 14 May 2012 16:12:15 GMT For more than 50 years Miss Cherokee has served as a cultural icon and a goodwill ambassador on behalf of the Cherokee Nation. The Cherokee Nation is currently accepting Miss Cherokee Leadership Competition entries from young women interested in representing their tribe and earning money for their education. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33038/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 11 May 2012 10:31:31 GMT The Cherokee Arts Center is currently seeking talented Native artists who would like to display their works in the center’s gallery in downtown Tahlequah. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33037/Press_Article.aspx Thu, 10 May 2012 12:58:00 GMT The Cherokee Nation is joining more than 1,100 communities across the country in recognizing National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day Wednesday, May 9, 2012, to highlight the importance of positive mental health for children. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33036/Press_Article.aspx Tue, 08 May 2012 15:38:33 GMT The Cherokee Nation Registration Department will be closed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday and is rescheduling its site visit to Jay due to funeral services for long-time Tribal Registrar Lela Ummerteskee. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33035/Press_Article.aspx Fri, 04 May 2012 16:29:17 GMT Cherokee Nation Industries, the manufacturing and distribution division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, has been named one of the most prestigious suppliers in the aerospace industry. The company was recently awarded the Gold Supplier Certification from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33033/Press_Article.aspx Thu, 03 May 2012 10:35:00 GMT Principal Chief Bill John Baker today announced the passing of long-time Cherokee Nation employee and Tribal Registrar Lela Ummerteskee. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33032/Press_Article.aspx Wed, 02 May 2012 16:22:21 GMT The Cherokee Nation Businesses board of directors held its regular monthly board meeting Monday, announcing record profits for the month of March. CNB’s consolidated net income for both gaming and non-gaming entities increased 16 percent over the previous year, making March the most profitable month in the history of the company. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33031/Press_Article.aspx Wed, 02 May 2012 08:50:40 GMT Students at Sequoyah Schools will soon take a step back in time, to the time of poodle skirts and hot rod cars for a musical rendition of “Grease.” Set in the 1950s, “Grease” showcases the life of a teenager who struggles to fit in at a new school, while meeting the love of her life and having a little adventure along the way. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33030/Press_Article.aspx Wed, 02 May 2012 08:46:36 GMT The Cherokee Nation is sponsoring a professional workshop for those who want to learn effective networking techniques at the Rogers State University Innovation Center in Claremore, 1701 W. Will Rogers Blvd., from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33029/Press_Article.aspx Wed, 02 May 2012 08:06:02 GMT The Cherokee Nation is sponsoring A Run for the Berries in Stilwell on Saturday, May 12, as part of the tribe’s Wings series of races. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33028/Press_Article.aspx Tue, 01 May 2012 08:16:29 GMT The Cherokee Arts Center in Tahlequah has five upcoming art classes available this spring for anyone interested in creating traditional pieces of art that are relevant to Cherokee culture http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33027/Press_Article.aspx Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:16:14 GMT The Sequoyah Schools HOPE club will host the annual graduation powwow on Saturday, May 5, in the school gymnasium. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33026/Press_Article.aspx Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:03:40 GMT The Cherokee Nation Foundation is now accepting applications for the first annual Cherokee College Preparatory Institute. The program is the result of a partnership with Cherokee Nation Businesses’ Citizen Development Initiative, established to help Cherokee citizens reach their maximum potential. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33025/Press_Article.aspx Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:16:55 GMT Boy Scouts from across the region converged at the Cherokee Nation Scout Ranch in Welling Saturday to participate in traditional Cherokee arts, language and games during the 2012 Cub Scout Cherokee Cultural Day. The event aims to teach cubs and their families about Cherokee history and culture in a fun interactive way. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33024/Press_Article.aspx Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:10:50 GMT The largest gaming and entertainment destination in northeast Oklahoma is one step closer to adding more hotel rooms, entertainment options and amenities. http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/33023/Press_Article.aspx Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:03:20 GMT