Protecting Cherokee Nation's sovereignty requires constant vigilance, particularly in ensuring the federal government upholds its solemn trust responsibilities to provide for the health and well-being of our people. 

The Cherokee Nation announced a Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program that started in May, which will give eligible Cherokee elders funds to use at area Farmers Markets. 

During the April meeting of the Council of the Cherokee Nation, Cherokee veteran Lee Roy Smith was recognized by Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Secretary of State Canaan Duncan, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs S. Joe Crittenden, acknowledging his service and sacrifice to this country.

The Cherokee Nation Language Department is hosting a series of free Cherokee language courses which will be taught both locally on the Cherokee Nation Reservation, as well as at-large. Courses will require either in-person attendance, or a combination of both virtual and…