Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Upcoming July movies and live events at the McSwain Theatre

Thursday, July 09, 2026

The McSwain Theatre will host a Thursday Movie Showcase throughout July, featuring classic and family-friendly films with showtimes at 2 and 7 p.m. each Thursday.

Zach Garcia’s new symphony, ‘Chintaloowali'’ debuts

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

When Zach Garcia was asked to write a Chickasaw-inspired symphony for the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) Symphony Orchestra, he was excited for the opportunity.

Josiah Jones takes his dream to the screen

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Growing up in Oklahoma, Josiah Jones thought his dream of becoming a director was always out of reach.

A record-breaking year

Monday, August 10, 2026

Brody Jennings, a Sulphur High School senior, has cemented his legacy as one of the school’s top scholars by hard work and perseverance.

ARTesian Gallery & Studios: A center for Chickasaw and other First American artists

Friday, August 07, 2026

The ARTesian Gallery & Studios is a central hub for Chickasaw and other First American artists to share their work and stories with the public.

New monument honors generations of Chickasaw Lighthorse police officers

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

A new 10-foot bronze monument now stands proudly outside the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department headquarters, serving as a lasting tribute to the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting Chickasaw communities.

Scarlet Thompson named Butterfly Art Winner

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Complementary colors often found in Chickasaw ribbon skirts were the inspiration for Scarlet Thompson’s winning entry in the Chickasaw Nation Butterfly Art Contest.

Chickasaw Lighthorse and Moore Police Department collaborate for Joint Training Academy

Wednesday, June 03, 2026

The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department and the Moore, Oklahoma, Police Department recently strengthened their commitment to public safety through a collaborative training academy for new officers — an effort leaders say highlights the two departments’ long-standing relationship and shared values of professionalism and service.

KADA celebrates 30 years of growth under Chickasaw Nation ownership

Tuesday, June 09, 2026

KADA Radio celebrates 30 years under Chickasaw Nation ownership this year, marking a milestone in the tribe’s commitment to branch into new business ventures.

Chickasaw Cultural Center’s annual Holba' Pisachi' Native Film Festival set Aug. 7-8

Tuesday, August 04, 2026

Acclaimed First American films and filmmakers will once again take center stage during the 11th annual Holba' Pisachi' Native Film Festival, Aug. 7-8, at the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s Anoli' Theater.