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Landri Von Gonten achieves major wrestling recognition

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Landri Von Gonten didn’t set out to become a wrestler, but when she decided to give it a try, she fell in love.

McSwain Theatre announces January movies and live music event

Wednesday, January 07, 2026

The McSwain Theatre will host its monthly Thursday Movie Showcase throughout January, featuring classic and family-friendly films with showtimes at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. each Thursday.

Medal of Honor recipient and Chickasaw citizen honored

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Chickasaw Hall of Fame inductee and Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Col. Raymond G. Harvey was honored by his adopted hometown of Pasadena, California, in November.

Music a constant light in Chickasaw warrior’s life

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Danny Bevill can’t remember when music wasn’t a driving force in his life. Picking up a guitar at a young age ignited a passion within him, which has never dimmed.

Celebrate the season at the McSwain Theatre with holiday shows

Monday, December 01, 2025

Celebrate holiday magic at the McSwain Theatre with two entertaining shows in December.

Jae L. & Crossover Band to appear at McSwain Theatre Nov. 15 with special guests

Monday, November 10, 2025

The historic McSwain Theatre will be rocking with the sounds of Jae L. & Crossover 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15 with special guests.

Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys to perform at the McSwain Theatre, Ada, Nov. 7

Tuesday, November 04, 2025

A legendary Western swing band will entertain the crowd with its quintessential brand of toe-tapping music at the McSwain Theatre 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7.

Inter-Tribal Council calls for better federal consultation, addresses education opportunities for Native students

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

During a recent session held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Tribes called for more formal consultation efforts from federal agencies, especially regarding agreements affecting Indian Education programs, and government-to-government dialogue from the Department of Homeland Security.

Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride visits Chickasaw Cultural Center

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

The rumble of 150 motorcycles rang through Sulphur, Oklahoma, Sept. 23. Riders from across the country had landed at the Chickasaw Cultural Center on their final stretch of the Trail of Tears Commemorative Ride.

Hushtola 2025 hosts more than 125 First American artists at OKANA

Monday, January 05, 2026

More than 125 First American artists participated in the annual Hushtola Art Market, Dec. 13-14, at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark in Oklahoma City.