Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Educator named Oklahoma High School Principal of the Year

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

A longtime educator was recently recognized with a top state honor when he was named Principal of the Year from the Oklahoma Association of Secondary School Principals (OASSP).

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.

Upton making her mark on the golf course

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Carli Upton, a Tishomingo High School junior, wrapped up another successful season on the golf course by clinching an individual silver at the 2025 3A Golf Regional Championship and placing seventh in the state tournament.

Cali Northcutt earns valedictorian title, looks toward future in medicine

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Cali Northcutt believes in finishing anything she starts to the best of her ability. From a very young age, she knew she wanted to excel in academics.

9/11 relic begins new chapter in Chickasaw Country

Tuesday, September 09, 2025

A relic from the destroyed World Trade Center on permanent display in the Johnston County Courthouse received a new glass memorial case recently thanks to the efforts of the Chickasaw Nation, county officials and Tishomingo community residents.

Special ops warrior credits early Chickasaw training for surviving missions

Monday, November 03, 2025

Chickasaw veteran James Newberry credits what he learned at the feet of his great-grandfather, grandfather and father for the fact he and his troops survived top secret military operations behind enemy lines.

Chickasaw Press announces fall 2025 titles

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Chickasaw Press has released five new books in the fall of 2025.

2025-2026 Chickasaw Princesses crowned

Monday, October 06, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby crowned the 2025-2026 Chickasaw royalty during the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival.

Accomplished blade smith Daniel Worcester returns to SEASAM for 20th anniversary

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

This year marks 20 years of art at the Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM), hosted during the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, and Daniel Worcester hasn’t missed a single one.

Film featuring Teyton Colbert to hit theaters in November

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

A teen is planning his path to Broadway, building upon past experiences and honing his skills at the Chickasaw Arts Academy.