In 2024, the Cherokee Nation is holding a special election, something that doesn’t happen often. This election is happening because the tribe needs to decide if they should have a big meeting called a constitutional convention. This meeting hasn’t happened since 1999, and it’s a big deal because it’s all about discussing and maybe changing … Read more
In a recent decision, the legislature has approved a bill that requires clerks to report passport fee collections. This new law aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the handling of passport fees. Under the legislation, clerks responsible for processing passport applications will be mandated to submit detailed reports on the fees they collect. These … Read more
Cherokee County Commissioner Benny Carter recently held a town hall meeting at the Heritage Club clubhouse in Canton’s River Green subdivision, where he engaged with around 35 residents from his district. The meeting, which took place on March 21, aimed to give locals a chance to connect directly with Carter and learn more about county … Read more
In reaction to mounting concerns over delays in mail conveyance over Georgia and the country, Representative Jon Ossoff and a few Georgia agents are requesting answers from the U.S. Postal Benefit (USPS). The issue has started broad disappointment among inhabitants, businesses, and authorities alike, inciting calls for quick activity to address the situation. Reports of … Read more
The Biden administration, through the Department of the Interior, has announced a substantial allocation of over $120 million to tribal governments to address the pressing issue of climate change. This funding is specifically aimed at helping tribal nations adapt to climate threats, including the crucial task of relocating infrastructure. Indigenous communities across the United States … Read more
Cherokee County authorities advise voters to apply for absentee votes early due to USPS delays. Officials have stressed the significance of early preparation to guarantee that all eligible voters can vote on time due to postal delays. Mail service issues and delays nationwide prompted the need for early absentee ballot applications. The election process may … Read more
Cherokee County’s Board of Elections and Voter Registration certified the March 12 presidential primary election results on Monday at the Cherokee County Conference Center in Canton.The board unanimously included 12 provisional ballots in the certified results after careful analysis to ensure a complete and accurate election result. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump … Read more
The excitement continues as Cherokee County prepares for its second regional housing forum on March 27th. Following the success of the first discussion, county leaders are stepping up their efforts to create community-wide debate about housing issues and potential solutions. Set against the background of the Cherokee County Conference Center, located at 1130 Bluffs Parkway … Read more
Excitement is building in Cherokee County as voters prepare to connect with Republican candidates running for office in the upcoming May primary. These forums, organized by the Cherokee County Republican Women, the Cherokee County Republican Party, and the Cherokee County Republican Coalition, provide an excellent chance for voters to hear directly from candidates and make … Read more
Despite special prosecutor Nathan Wade’s abdication from the case, legal critic and attorney Harry Litman remains skeptical about the integrity of Fani Willis’ execution of former President Donald Trump. Litman’s recent column in the Los Angeles Times underscores patient dubieties girding the running of the case, suggesting that it remains” tainted” despite recent developments. The … Read more