Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Chickasaw Nation Governor applauds choice of Tahsuda for Indian Affairs post

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

John Tahsuda III, a member of the Kiowa Tribe with significant ties to Oklahoma, was recently named Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs by U.S. Secretary of Interior Ryan Zinke.

Hollywood comes to Ada: Community event celebrates national theatrical release of “TE ATA”

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

The true story of a Chickasaw storyteller is coming to select theatres across the nation this fall and everyone is invited to a red carpet event at the McSwain Theatre, 130 W. Main, Wednesday, Sept. 27, to kick off its nationwide theatrical release.

Chickasaw Nation Cuts Ribbon on Purcell Campus Buildings

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led a ribbon cutting ceremony in Purcell on a trio of Chickasaw Nation facilities Thursday, Sept. 14.

CCC celebrates butterflies Saturday

Monday, September 11, 2017

The Chickasaw Cultural Center (CCC) will host its Monarch Butterfly Watch Day, Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will offer educational opportunities, beautiful views of nature and documentary films concerning monarch butterflies.

Cobell legal expert to help Natives at remaining clinics

Monday, September 11, 2017

An expert on the Cobell settlement class-action lawsuit will be on hand to assist Chickasaws and other Native Americans who wish to file a claim in the landmark $3.4 billion settlement between Native Americans and the U.S. government.

Putting Their Best Foot Forward

Saturday, September 09, 2017

Six elite Native American artists recently collaborated to create an original ensemble to highlight Triana Browne’s platform – “Bridging the Great Cultural Divide.”

Native Youth Community Project providing educational resources for students

Friday, September 08, 2017

The Chickasaw Nation Native Youth Community Project (NYCP) is partnering with public schools in Carter and Pontotoc counties to aid Native American children in first through 12th grades with academic achievement.

Jae L. and Crossover show to feature ten local vocalists

Friday, September 08, 2017

Vocalists from across Oklahoma and Texas will join the Jae L. and the Crossover band 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, on the historic McSwain Theatre stage, 130 W. Main Street.

Chickasaw Nation to host three community movies

Friday, September 08, 2017

Moana” will be shown 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 15, at the Boggy Depot ballpark, 475 S. Park Lane. This outdoor movie showing will include hotdogs, popcorn and refreshments.

Chickasaw Nation 5K and Fun Walk set Sept. 30

Thursday, September 07, 2017

On-line registration for the 57th Annual Chickasaw Meeting and 29th Festival 5K and Fun Run concludes Sept. 16, however runners may register the morning of the races, Chickasaw Nation Health Promotion Coordinator Beth Cartwright announced.