Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Chickasaw campers experience thrills and fun at Camp Survivor

Thursday, July 24, 2025

More than 100 Chickasaw youth experienced the thrill of competition and the adventure of the great outdoors at Camp Survivor, conducted May 27-30, at YMCA Camp Classen.

Chickasaw Cultural Center presents Awa Talhlhá'pi: 15-Year Anniversary

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Three days of special entertainment and fun will take place at the Chickasaw Cultural Center during the Awa Talhlhá'pi: 15-Year Anniversary celebration July 24-26.

Four students graduate from the Chickasaw language immersion program

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

The Chikasha Academy Adult Immersion Program (CAAIP) graduated four students recently in a ceremony conducted in the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s Anoli’ Theater in Sulphur, Oklahoma.

Chickasaw Nation hosts workshop for First American princesses

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

The Chickasaw Nation Genealogy Program hosted a princess workshop for the five tribes’ royalty in May at the Chickasaw Cultural Center, Sulphur, Oklahoma.

Jay Keel announces planned retirement

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Secretary of Family Services Jay Keel announced his plans to retire, effective Dec. 31, 2025, after more than three decades serving youth with the tribe and overseeing the expansion of mental health and violence prevention services.

Chickasaw elders tour the historic Homeland

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Twenty Chickasaw elders forged new friendships and developed deeper connections to their heritage during a recent exploration of the historic Chickasaw Homeland.

Chickasaw woodturner wins big in Artesian Arts Festival debut

Tuesday, July 08, 2025

Six months ago, Micah Hart decided to dive into a one-day woodturning workshop.

Ada High School coach named Coach of the Year by the National Federation of State High School Associations

Monday, June 30, 2025

Ada High School’s varsity tennis coach Terry Swopes capped off the 2023-2024 tennis season by being named National Coach of the Year by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).

First American Art highlighted at Artesian Arts Festival

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Downtown Sulphur was once again a flurry of activity June 7 as the vibrant sights and sounds of the annual Artesian Arts Festival attracted thousands of art patrons and families.

Freshman Jadyce Burns shatters records and makes mark on Oklahoma 5A track

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

At just 15, Jadyce Burns is already making waves for Ada High School’s track and field team.