Sometimes we stand so close to our work, our families and friends that we cannot see them except as so much a part of ourselves. It is then that we take them for granted. Families frequently find them...

KEEP FAITH IN GOD! LISTEN TO HIM! GOD IS THE BEST GUIDE ONE CAN EVER HAVE! James 1:1-27 1James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting...

The beating heart of Cherokee culture is when we can interact face to face with other Cherokees, appreciating and learning from each other across generations. Cherokee Nation is devoted to keeping thi...

As most of you know, our Friday “Weekender” edition’s sports section gets printed for publication at midday Thursdays. Thus, I have know idea as of noon Thursday what was going to transpire last night...

Today was a very stormy day, but we had 12 members show up for TOPS. We began the meeting with our TOPS Pledge. Willene had the best weight loss of 3.2 pounds for the week. Way to go, Willene! We had ...

Listen, don’t ever quit. Even though sometimes we know where the stopping place is, at times we need to keep treading water, stop complaining how steep the hill is, and very firmly close our mouths in...

It’s estimated that more than one-third of adults in the U.S. are getting less than seven hours of sleep daily. Prolonged lack of sleep can lead to serious health consequences, including immunodeficie...

On May 31, World No Tobacco Day, Cherokee Nation unveiled our latest initiative in the ongoing fight against tobacco use among tribal citizens. Cherokee people have always looked out for each other’s ...

THERE WILL BE SCOFFERS IN THE END TIMES! FOLKS, WE’RE HERE! THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES ARE RIGHT IN FRONT OF THEM AND THEY CAN’T, OR CHOOSE NOT TO SEE, GOD’S WORDS BEING FULFILLED! 2 Peter 3:1-181This sec...

It’s hard to possibly fathom, but the world of college athletics will change in about a month. When the calendar hits July 1, the college athletics will receive a big-time facelift. First off, July 1 ...

You can find illness-causing germs all around your kitchen. So, it's important not only to wash your hands, but also to clean kitchen surfaces and sponges to reduce the spread of bacteria. Kitchen Sur...

When we are told to face reality, it is assumed that someone knows what reality is. Is it something to be seen or touched? More reality exists on the invisible than all we see put together. Facing rea...

In one of his classic stand-up comedy routines, Bill Cosby noted that he started out as a child. I just found out that I started out on what has been decided was the most boring day of the 20th centur...

Every Cherokee inherits a commitment – an ongoing challenge – to move forward as we remember our past. Even as our tribe discovers new prosperity and growth, we remember our ancestors and the traditio...

GOD IS LOVE!!! HE LOVES US MORE THAN WE CAN UNDERSTAND!!! GOD’S LOVE CAN TAKE ANYONE TO HEAVEN IF THEY KNOW JESUS CHRIST IN THE FREE PARDON OF SIN AS THEIR SAVIOR!!! I JOHN 4:1-21 1 John 41-211Beloved...

Two days ago was my one-year anniversary of becoming Your TIMES sports editor. I’m glad I survived, but I’ve also enjoyed my time and meeting all of you. It’s been my sincere hope you all have liked h...

No matter how pretty she is, no matter how handsome he is, no jealousy, no envy. If it seems that someone else has all the money, don’t let the sour taste enter our mouths. Spit it out or swallow quic...

My name is Evan Breedlove and I have spent most of my career working with, developing and administering health insurance plans for employees and clients. As we get older, health care becomes more impo...

Life is stressful! It’s important that you take a moment now and then to focus on yourself. Here, are 10 ideas to give yourself a little break to focus on something positive and replenish your reserve...

Cherokee Nation is large and growing, with more than 460,000 citizens making us the largest tribe in America. The hundreds of thousands of Cherokees of all ages deserve world-class facilities serving ...