Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

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.

Chickasaw Nation Health to establish five graduate medical education programs in rural Oklahoma through $6.7 million TSET Legacy Grant

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

The Chickasaw Foundation has been awarded a $6.7 million Legacy Grant from the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust to fund the establishment of graduate medical education programs at Chickasaw Nation Health, creating 16 new physician training positions in rural Oklahoma.

Inter-Tribal Council passes a resolution in support of protecting Medicaid Expansion

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Inter-Tribal Council (ITC) of the Five Civilized Tribes passed a resolution at its quarterly meeting, April 10 at WinStar World Casino and Resort, expressing support for protecting Medicaid expansion and tribal health care systems in Oklahoma.

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.

Updated Chickasaw Nation Caring Van Unveiled

Friday, May 01, 2026

The Oklahoma Caring Foundation, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, in partnership with the Chickasaw Nation, announced the launch of a newly updated Caring Van, designed to expand access to preventive health services for Oklahoma communities.

May is Chikasha Anokfilli/Mental Health Awareness Month

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Nationally, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May since the 1940s as a means to raise awareness, reduce stigma and normalize conversations about mental wellness.

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby announces retirement

Monday, June 08, 2026

Today, Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby announced his retirement following nearly 40 years as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation and more than 50 years serving the tribe.

Welding a future in service

Monday, April 13, 2026

At 11 years old, Cooper Prince already knows the sound of hard work. It sounds like the steady crackle of his welding machine or boots hitting the ground in step during drill. Those sounds not only shape his hobbies, but his future.

Chickasaw Nation hosts ribbon cutting for Ada preschool, after-school program facility expansion

Monday, March 30, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led ribbon-cutting ceremonies March 27 to commemorate a milestone in expanded educational opportunities for youth in the community.

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.