Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Chickasaw Nation WIC program seeks comments

Thursday, July 31, 2025

The Chickasaw Nation is soliciting comments from individuals regarding the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC.

Jolie Bush models for First American fashion brand in Hawaii

Tuesday, September 09, 2025

Embracing unexpected opportunities has led Jolie Bush to moments she never imagined for herself — like walking a runway in Hawaii for First American designer Angela Howe.

Twin runners anticipate competing at collegiate level

Monday, August 11, 2025

Running track and cross-country takes grit, determination, endurance and perseverance — all characteristics of the Chickasaw people.

20th annual Southeastern Art Show and Market begins Oct. 3 in Tishomingo

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

The 20th annual Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) and SEASAM Youth kicks off Friday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 4, at 11 a.m. on the grounds of the Chickasaw Nation Historic Capitol Building in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Cali Northcutt earns valedictorian title, looks toward future in medicine

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Cali Northcutt believes in finishing anything she starts to the best of her ability. From a very young age, she knew she wanted to excel in academics.

Governor Anoatubby leads ribbon cutting for Tishomingo elder housing project

Tuesday, September 09, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby was joined by elected tribal leaders, Chickasaw elders and community members Friday, Sept. 5, in ribbon cutting ceremonies to dedicate an elder housing complex.

First American first responder named Paramedic/Firefighter of the Year

Tuesday, September 02, 2025

Los Angeles Fire Department’s Olin Jones Jr. was recently named Paramedic/Firefighter of the Year by Dignity Health, a nonprofit health care organization with more than 40 hospitals and 500 care centers, according to its website.

Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holba' Pisachi' Native Film Festival set Aug. 8-9

Monday, August 04, 2025

Acclaimed First American films and filmmakers will be in the spotlight during the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holbaꞌ Pisachiꞌ Native Film Festival, Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug. 9.

Accomplished blade smith Daniel Worcester returns to SEASAM for 20th anniversary

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

This year marks 20 years of art at the Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM), hosted during the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, and Daniel Worcester hasn’t missed a single one.

Elders celebrated during annual Chickasaw Elders Conference

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

More than 500 Chickasaw elders from across the country gathered in Thackerville, Oklahoma, June 4-5 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Chickasaw Elders Conference — an event honoring culture, community and the vital programs that support elder well-being.