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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.

Star Wars Day celebrated at Chickasaw Nation Tribal Library May 4

Thursday, April 30, 2026

In a galaxy not so far away, the Chickasaw Nation Tribal Library will host a special movie marathon celebrating Star Wars Day. The library will show episodes IV through VII 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, May 4.

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.

Chickasaw Nation Rabies Clinics promote public health

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation appreciates the unconditional love and joy pets give their owners every day.