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Chickasaw Nation perinatal program earns Gold Spotlight Award for second consecutive year

Wednesday, April 01, 2026

The Chickasaw Nation Medical Center’s (CNMC) perinatal program has received the Gold Level Spotlight Hospital Award from the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative (OPQIC) for the second year in a row, placing it among the top birthing hospitals in the state.

An All-American girl: Chickasaw college student ranks nationally in meat judging competition

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Averie Bain is an all-around college student — an athlete, student government leader and a national champion in meat judging — all while maintaining a perfect grade-point average.

Chickasaw Nation hosts ribbon cutting for Ada preschool, after-school program facility expansion

Monday, March 30, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led ribbon-cutting ceremonies March 27 to commemorate a milestone in expanded educational opportunities for youth in the community.

Five inducted into Chickasaw Hall of Fame

Friday, April 17, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby inducted five Chickasaws into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame April 16.

University soccer standout leads by example

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Rebecca Tweedy is a collegiate athlete and a leader on and off the field, balancing demanding academic studies with sports, family and other responsibilities, all while aiming to do her best in each endeavor.

Construction of new Chickasaw Lighthorse Police headquarters begins in Ada

Monday, February 23, 2026

Construction began in early January on a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the new headquarters for the growing Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department.

Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Officer named Indian Country Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

For his courageous and selfless actions while responding to an apartment fire in Ardmore, Chickasaw Lighthorse police officer Tucker Halstead has been named the 2025 Indian Country Officer of the Year by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP).

Jaime Lewis kicks it up a notch at the Native All-American Football Game

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

For Chickasaw citizen and Kingston High School senior Jaime Lewis, stepping onto the field at U.S. Bank Stadium was more than just another football game — it was a glimpse into the future he hopes to build.

Chickasaw Cultural Center Ayowa' Garden to Gourmet tour begins April 11

Monday, March 30, 2026

An interactive, educational and tasty experience awaits with the Ayowa' Garden to Gourmet Agritours, set to take place at the Chickasaw Cultural Center April 11, May 16, Aug. 29 and Sept. 19.

Chickasaw Nation breaks ground on new Chickasaw Lighthorse Police headquarters

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, center, is joined by Chickasaw Nation elected officials, tribal leaders and Chickasaw Lighthorse police to celebrate groundbreaking ceremonies on a new state-of-the-art facility March 19.