Cherokee News Updates

Lloyd Knowles Arneach Sr., born Oct. 6, 1943, to Francis Newman Arneach and Roberta Mollie Gloyne, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2026. Lloyd grew up in the Elawodi (Yellowhill) community of the Qualla Boundary.

TULSA, Okla. — Tribal leaders from the Muscogee Creek Nation and Cherokee Nation addressed a full room of attendees Thursday, outlining contracting opportunities and resources available to Native businesses.

The rich heritage of the Cherokee people is deeply woven with symbols that tell stories, convey beliefs, and preserve traditions. These symbols are more than just images; they are a language of their own, reflecting the values and history of the Cherokee Nation. As I explore these cultural emblems, I invite you to join me in uncovering their meanings and significance. Understanding these symbols offers a window into a world where nature, spirituality, and community intertwine

Indigenous Landscapes just published their first educational video of 2026 on their website.

CLAREMORE, Okla. — The Rogers County Cherokee Association (RCCA) will host a community cultural gathering on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the RCCA Building, 15488 East 523 Road in Claremore, featuring a Cherokee marbles demonstration led by guest speaker Jared Davis of Tahlequah, along with the launch of a new Community Choir initiative.

Ken Crittenden lived a life marked by love, laughter, selflessness and kindness towards others. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed having fun and creating laughter wherever he went. Always ready with a smile or a joke, he was the kind of man who easily made friends to everyone he met, not because he tried to, but because his heart and joyful spirit naturally drew people in.