Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Musician selected for prestigious research event

Monday, April 28, 2025

An undergrad shining a light on First American influences in music through her research project was selected to present her findings at the Oklahoma State Capitol this month.

Sulphur Chickasaw Nation Head Start celebrates 28 graduates

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

More than two dozen Sulphur Chickasaw Nation Head Start students celebrated their graduation May 16 as a large crowd of proud parents, siblings, grandparents, friends and family members snapped photos and cheered them on in the Anoli' Theater at the Chickasaw Cultural Center.

Tishomingo Chickasaw Nation Head Start celebrates 16 graduates

Monday, June 16, 2025

Of the 16 graduating students at the Chickasaw Nation Tishomingo Head Start program, five want to pursue a career as a police officer and four wish to be teachers.

Chickasaw Nation Ardmore Head Start wraps up 2025 academic year

Monday, June 16, 2025

Family and friends, along with Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby and other tribal dignitaries, gathered at the Chickasaw Nation Ardmore Community Center May 15 to watch more than 50 Head Start graduates receive diplomas.

Ada Chickasaw Nation Preschool recognizes graduates

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

The Chickasaw Nation Preschool in Ada celebrated its graduating class at the Chickasaw Nation Community Center May 22. Doting parents, family members and friends gathered as Chickasaw youths gained their diplomas and accepted a culturally significant gift.

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.

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).

Five inducted into 2025 Chickasaw Hall of Fame

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby inducted five Chickasaws into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame April 17.

Governor Anoatubby leads ribbon cutting for home health program

Monday, June 09, 2025

— Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led ribbon cutting ceremonies June 2 to dedicate the Chickasaw Nation’s home health program, Minticha Apila Home Health, marking a major step forward in delivery of health care services to Chickasaw citizens and First Americans.

Kaya Johnson named 2025 Butterfly Art Winner

Monday, April 21, 2025

Kaya Johnson has been creating art since she was old enough to hold a pencil.