Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Five inducted into Chickasaw Hall of Fame

Friday, April 17, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby inducted five Chickasaws into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame April 16.

Education as legacy: Dr. Tsosie advocates for the next generation of First Americans

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Education has never been a solitary pursuit for Michelle Tsosie, Ed.D. A proud Chickasaw woman and dedicated advocate for early childhood education, her journey, including earning a doctoral degree, has been deeply shaped by her family, culture and community.

Michaela Parrott: culture, connection and a love for foster youth

Tuesday, June 02, 2026

Michaela Parrott’s compassion for children in foster care, coupled with the love of her Chickasaw culture, finds its expression in a dual-purpose project — teaching people how to make ribbon skirts, which are gifted to First American children in foster care.

Andon Russell: innovation and entrepreneurship

Tuesday, April 07, 2026

At age 20, Andon Russell is no stranger to entrepreneurship. He started his first business at age 15, but he wasn’t mowing lawns or selling lemonade.

Aachompa' website brings First American art to global audience

Monday, April 27, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation Department of Culture and Humanities has launched the Aachompa' (A Place to Buy Things) website, providing a one-stop shop for customers searching for authentic Chickasaw art, jewelry, books, merchandise and more.

Foster Care Awareness Month underscores need for culturally connected homes and community support

Monday, May 04, 2026

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize children in care and the families and communities who support them.

Tate’s ‘Loksi' Shaali' (Shell Shaker)’ selected for OPERA America conference

Monday, May 04, 2026

Each year, hundreds of people attend OPERA America’s annual conference, one of the most influential gatherings of opera administrators, artists, trustees and advocates.

Kelsey Norton’s work toward a more sustainable world

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

As the environmental protection manager for the Chickasaw Nation Department of Community Services, Kelsey Norton focuses on the everyday ways ordinary people can have an impact on sustainability.

Chickasaw Nation perinatal program earns Gold Spotlight Award for second consecutive year

Wednesday, April 01, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation Medical Center’s (CNMC) perinatal program has received the Gold Level Spotlight Hospital Award from the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative (OPQIC) for the second year in a row, placing it among the top birthing hospitals in the state.

Plant-based diet convert drops weight and need for diabetes medication

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Chickasaw citizen Mike Carrillo is a walking commercial for his latest passion in life — persuading others who suffer with diabetes that they too can beat the debilitating disease by switching to a plant-based diet