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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.

Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holba' Pisachi' Native Film Festival set Aug. 8-9

Monday, August 04, 2025

Acclaimed First American films and filmmakers will be in the spotlight during the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holbaꞌ Pisachiꞌ Native Film Festival, Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug. 9.

Twin runners anticipate competing at collegiate level

Monday, August 11, 2025

Running track and cross-country takes grit, determination, endurance and perseverance — all characteristics of the Chickasaw people.

First American Art highlighted at Artesian Arts Festival

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Downtown Sulphur was once again a flurry of activity June 7 as the vibrant sights and sounds of the annual Artesian Arts Festival attracted thousands of art patrons and families.

Chickasaw’s creation wins first at Red Earth

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

A Choctaw wedding dress created by Chickasaw artist Melissa Freeman captured top honors recently at the prestigious 39th annual Red Earth Festival, featuring elite First American artists from across the nation.

Chickasaws slate art exhibit in OKC

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

– The Plaza Walls District will welcome two renowned Chickasaw artists at an exhibit of their works now through July 11.

Pennington Creek Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Rite in the Rain

Monday, August 11, 2025

Pennington Creek Capital, LLC, a Dallas, Texas-based private equity firm wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation, today announced a majority equity investment in Tacoma, Washington-based Rite in the Rain.

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.

Boutique begins new chapter one year after devastating tornado

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Almost one year after a tornado destroyed a quaint downtown boutique, rebuilding is complete and the doors have reopened, signaling a new chapter in the Chickasaw-owned business.