Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Strength in motion: Dewitt advances First American health and wellness

Monday, April 14, 2025

Kayla Dewitt has made it her mission to bring culturally competent health and wellness care to First American communities, ensuring unique health needs are addressed with respect, understanding and cutting-edge therapeutic techniques.

Chickasaw Nation celebrates Women’s History Month

Monday, March 17, 2025

Recognized as the youngest person to fly solo in the United States in 1929, Eula “Pearl” Carter Scott’s contributions to aviation landed her into the Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame in 1995.

Jae L. and Crossover to honor U.S. soldiers

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

A full slate of talent will honor American veterans during Jae L. and Crossover’s May 17 performance at the historic McSwain Theatre in downtown Ada, Oklahoma. May 17 is Armed Forces Day where America pays tribute to all active-duty soldiers serving the United States.

Weapons expert preps for Artesian Arts Festival

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

An award-winning artist looks to his immediate family and ancient ancestors to craft weapons almost indistinguishable from how they would have been made centuries ago.

‘Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher’ spotlights First American influence on modern-day agriculture

Tuesday, June 03, 2025

Whether it be ancestors of the past harvesting native vegetation or present-day farmers bailing hay for their cattle to graze in the winter, the Chickasaw people have long appreciated and utilized agriculture for self-sufficiency.

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.

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 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.

CNMC Women’s Clinic and Obstetrical Department earns coveted designation

Monday, April 21, 2025

The Women’s Clinic and Obstetrical Department at Chickasaw Nation Medical Center (CNMC) recently earned designation as a Spotlight Hospital 2024 Gold Level Awardee by the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative (OPQIC).

Chickasaw Nation celebrates Women’s History Month

Monday, March 24, 2025

Lauryn Watkins was born April 26, 2005, in Ada, Oklahoma. With five siblings, her childhood was never boring.