As enrolled members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians ... someone dressed up as an “Indian Princess,” “Sexy Pocahontas” or “War Chief” wearing a headdress, our first thought ...

Cherokee Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin sent a letter to district leaders Wednesday night saying it was time to remove the Indian name and ... to wear traditional headdress during football games ...

Members among the Cherokee's three federally recognized ... Most logos consist of an "MC" design, and an Indian chief wearing a headdress adorns the school's entrance sign and other locations.

It has reignited controversy over the school's Indian mascot. In a statement posted to the official Cherokee Nation Twitter account, Chief Chuck ... team to remove their headdresses.