Author spins tale of Chickasaw cowboy in ‘Ride the Whirlwind’
A quarter century of prolonged interruptions, accompanied by self- doubt and lengthy hours of research, have ended for Don Branscum – poet, songwriter and now, Texas author.
View ArticleUSDA Deputy Under Secretary visits Chickasaw Nation
The Chickasaw Nation recently hosted U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary Stacy Dean in a day of learning about the Nation’s ongoing nutrition programs and best practices.
View ArticleChickasaw artist busy with UK solo exhibit, new SEASAM artwork
Chickasaw artist Billy Hensley will have 12 pieces of art premiere in Bristol, United Kingdom, by the time he opens his booth at the Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM).
View ArticleChickasaw Nation crowns 2023-24 princesses
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby crowned three new princesses Monday evening, Oct. 2, who will serve the remainder of 2023 and into 2024 as ambassadors of goodwill on behalf of the Chickasaw...
View ArticleChickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby inaugurated to historic 10th term
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby took the oath of office for an unprecedented 10th consecutive term during an Oct. 2 inauguration ceremony conducted at Ataloa Theatre on East Central...
View ArticleMatthew Morgan appointed Special Envoy for Chickasaw Nation
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby recently appointed Chickasaw citizen Matthew Morgan Special Envoy for the Chickasaw Nation.
View ArticleYoungsters flock to compete in special cornstalk shoot
Seven young Chickasaw archers competed for top honors at the 2023 Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival cornstalk shoot Saturday, Sept. 29.
View ArticleGovernor Anoatubby reflects on Chickasaw Nation’s growth and anticipates a...
As Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby delivered his Oct. 7 State of the Nation address at the Aiitafama' Ishto (Large Gathering Place), he reflected on the advances the Chickasaw Nation has made...
View ArticleChickasaw Nation Lake Murray development underway
The Chickasaw Nation’s development of a resort at Lake Murray is underway and more than halfway complete.
View ArticleCall for artists for Hushtola Art Market
The Chickasaw Nation is accepting applications for the 2023 Hushtola Art Market through Oct. 20.
View ArticleHistory-making Chickasaw attorney begins new career chapter
Janie Hipp transitions from USDA general counsel to role closer to family
View ArticleFall 2023 titles announced from Chickasaw Press, White Dog Press
Chickasaw Press and White Dog Press, the publishing imprints of the Chickasaw Nation, have announced four new titles released in the fall of 2023.
View ArticleChickasaw Nation Gaming Commissioner feted by gaming association
Chickasaw citizen D. Scott Colbert received the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association (OIGA) 2023 Career Effort and Dedication Award, Aug. 18 during the OIGA Annual Conference and Trade Show in Tulsa.
View ArticleOklahoma tribes, IHS, state and area communities work together on American...
Oklahoma tribes, the state of Oklahoma, Indian Health Service (IHS) and communities are working together utilizing American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds in a unified effort to improve the water...
View ArticleChickasaw Elder Veterans visit D.C. memorials during Veterans Day trip
Chickasaw warriors laid wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during a recent trip to Washington, D.C., in celebration of Veterans Day.
View ArticleLowak Sho'li First American Humanities Forum to take place Nov. 28
The 11th annual Lowak Sho'li (Carry the Fire) First American Humanities Forum will take place at 6 p.m., Nov. 28, at the Chickasaw Nation Community Center in Ada, Oklahoma, 700 N. Mississippi. This...
View ArticleHushtola' Art Market set Dec. 9-10 at WinStar
Elite First American art and artists will be showcased during the first-ever Hushtola' Art Market Dec. 9-10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the WinStar Convention Center at WinStar World Casino and Resort,...
View ArticleChickasaw artist mixes fun, history at first Hushtola’ Art Market
Brian Landreth started his artistic career as a cartoonist but as his understanding and love of the Chickasaw people blossomed, so did his artistic abilities and love of being First American.
View ArticleVolunteering strengthens cultural ties for family
After immersing themselves in their Chickasaw culture for two weeks last summer a family now has stronger connections to their tribe.
View ArticleChikasha Ihoo Himitta': Chickasaw Princesses Through the Years now showing at...
The Chikasha Ihoo Himitta' (Young Chickasaw Women): Chickasaw Princesses Through the Years exhibit is now on display through Dec. 31 at the Aapisa' Art Gallery located at the Chickasaw Cultural Center,...
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