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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.

Education as legacy: Dr. Tsosie advocates for the next generation of First Americans

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Education has never been a solitary pursuit for Michelle Tsosie, Ed.D. A proud Chickasaw woman and dedicated advocate for early childhood education, her journey, including earning a doctoral degree, has been deeply shaped by her family, culture and community.

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.

Chickasaw Appreciation Night set for Jan. 22 at East Central University

Friday, January 16, 2026

All Chickasaw citizens, as well as Chickasaw Nation employees and their families, are invited to the Chickasaw Appreciation Night basketball game hosted by East Central University, Jan. 22, at the ECU Kerr Dome, Ada, Oklahoma. Entry is complimentary with a Chickasaw Nation citizenship card or employee badge.

Artesian Arts Festival call for artists

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

First American artists are invited to participate in the 13th annual Artesian Arts Festival Saturday, May 2, in Sulphur, Oklahoma.

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.

Celebrating a Semicentennial

Friday, March 13, 2026

This year marks a half-century since Platt National Park was designated Chickasaw National Recreation Area (CNRA).

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.