Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Finding their footing: Chickasaw dancers build bond through ballet

Monday, March 02, 2026

For Maycie Simmons and Gracelyn Grijalva, stepping onto the stage for “Edmond’s Nutcracker” is more than a holiday tradition — it is a shared experience driven by discipline, storytelling and cultural pride.

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby leads groundbreaking for pediatric clinic

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

¬¬¬¬Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led groundbreaking ceremonies Feb. 10 to begin construction for a new pediatric clinic on the Chickasaw Nation Ada South Campus, marking a significant milestone in health care and the mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.

Joshua Bess named Chickasaw Nation Secretary of Family Services

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby has appointed Joshua Bess Secretary of the Chickasaw Nation Department of Family Services.

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.

Imanoli Writers Conference encourages aspiring and seasoned writers alike

Monday, February 09, 2026

Chickasaw citizen Meg Gardiner, author of 17 novels and keynote speaker for this year’s Imanoli Writers Conference, stressed persistence as a key step to getting published.

Inter-Tribal Council calls for better federal consultation, addresses education opportunities for Native students

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

During a recent session held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Tribes called for more formal consultation efforts from federal agencies, especially regarding agreements affecting Indian Education programs, and government-to-government dialogue from the Department of Homeland Security.