Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

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.

McSwain to host top talent at April show

Friday, March 28, 2025

Music lovers are in for a treat April 19 when Jae L. and Crossover host some of the region’s top talent at the historic McSwain Theatre in downtown Ada.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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).

Bedré commemorates 25 years with sweet celebration

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Bedré Fine Chocolate commemorated its 25th anniversary with a special celebration June 16, offering guests a glimpse of the chocolate making process and an opportunity to indulge in delectable treats.