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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.

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.

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.

April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, in conjunction with the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma, declared April Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month within the Chickasaw Nation in 2023.

From Estonia to Oklahoma

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Erik Watts’ family connection to his Chickasaw heritage, oddly enough, traces to the Soviet Union’s invasion of Estonia June 17, 1940.

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.

Jeannie Barbour and Micah Hart: mother and son artists fueled by mutual respect and collaboration

Friday, April 24, 2026

Though Jeannie Barbour has many accomplishments to be proud of, she said her greatest achievement is her son, Micah Hart.

Shelby Rowe: a second life in beadwork

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

When Shelby Rowe was named the 2016 Chickasaw Nation Dynamic Woman of the Year, she said her life changed in ways she would never have expected.

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.