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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.

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.

Janie Simms Hipp named 2025 Chickasaw Nation Dynamic Woman of the Year

Monday, June 16, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby named Janie Simms Hipp, J.D., LL.M., as the 2025 Chickasaw Nation Dynamic Woman of the Year during the annual Dynamic Women of the Chickasaw Nation Conference conducted May 29-30 at WinStar Resort and Convention Center.

Chickasaw Nation devoted to making family films

Monday, June 09, 2025

It was 2015. “Te Ata,” a full-length movie filmed a year earlier celebrating the life of Chickasaw entertainer Mary Frances Thompson Fisher, was in postproduction and was not ready for release.

Dr. Kayse Shrum Joins the Chickasaw Nation as chief health strategy officer

Monday, June 09, 2025

The Chickasaw Nation announced today that Dr. Kayse Shrum, a nationally recognized leader, physician, educator and rural health care champion, will join the Chickasaw Nation as chief health strategy officer.

Celebrate summer and Father’s Day at the Chickasaw Cultural Center June 14

Monday, June 02, 2025

Celebrate fathers and the return of summer during the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s Toompalli' (Summer) Festival and Inki' (Father) Day Celebration, set 10 a.m.-5 p.m., June 14.

Vaccine remains key defense as measles cases rise

Monday, June 02, 2025

Often considered a disease of the past, measles is making a concerning comeback in the United States.

Chickasaw Nation Tribal Election Filing Period June 2-4

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

The Chickasaw Nation Election Commission announces the filing period opens June 2 and continues through June 4, 2025, for the 2025 General Elections.