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McSwain Theatre announces May movies and live music event

Friday, May 08, 2026

The McSwain Theatre will host its Thursday movie showcase throughout May, featuring classic and family-friendly films with showtimes at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. each Thursday.

First American women make history at East Central University

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Sisterhood can take many forms. Gamma Delta Pi, a new sorority at East Central University (ECU) in Ada, Oklahoma, aims to strengthen the bonds of sisterhood, specifically for First American women.

‘Songs of the Chickasaws’ premiere combines Chickasaw musician’s two passions

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Brandi Berry Benson forged two great passions, her music and her Chickasaw heritage, into a premiere of five new works she wrote and recently performed in Chicago with other First Americans.

Artesian Arts Festival set May 2 in Sulphur, Oklahoma

Friday, May 01, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation will host the 13th annual Artesian Arts Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at the Artesian Plaza, Sulphur, Oklahoma.

Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department and Bureau of Indian Affairs Missing Persons Investigation update

Monday, April 06, 2026

The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department and the Bureau of Indian Affairs– Missing and Murdered Unit (BIA MMU) are providing an update regarding the ongoing investigation into the two sets of human remains discovered during the search operation conducted Feb. 18, 2026, in Love County.

Public Health Week recognized by the Chickasaw Nation

Tuesday, April 07, 2026

National Public Health Week is April 6-12. The Chickasaw Nation is devoted to promoting health, preventing disease and prolonging life through community efforts.

Chickasaw Nation Rabies Clinics promote public health

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation appreciates the unconditional love and joy pets give their owners every day.

Jaime Lewis kicks it up a notch at the Native All-American Football Game

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

For Chickasaw citizen and Kingston High School senior Jaime Lewis, stepping onto the field at U.S. Bank Stadium was more than just another football game — it was a glimpse into the future he hopes to build.

Finding their footing: Chickasaw dancers build bond through ballet

Monday, March 02, 2026

For Maycie Simmons and Gracelyn Grijalva, stepping onto the stage for “Edmond’s Nutcracker” is more than a holiday tradition — it is a shared experience driven by discipline, storytelling and cultural pride.

An All-American girl: Chickasaw college student ranks nationally in meat judging competition

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Averie Bain is an all-around college student — an athlete, student government leader and a national champion in meat judging — all while maintaining a perfect grade-point average.