Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival celebrated Sept. 26-Oct. 4

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Chickasaw heritage, culture and traditions will be celebrated throughout the Chickasaw Nation during the 2025 Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, Friday, Sept. 26-Saturday, Oct. 4.

Elders celebrated during annual Chickasaw Elders Conference

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

More than 500 Chickasaw elders from across the country gathered in Thackerville, Oklahoma, June 4-5 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Chickasaw Elders Conference — an event honoring culture, community and the vital programs that support elder well-being.

Chickasaw Historical Society highlights cultural treasures during annual conference

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

The 2025 Chickasaw Historical Society (CHS) Ittafama Ithana (Gathering to Learn) Conference provided an opportunity to honor a dedicated historic preservationist and learn more about the essence of Chickasaw culture.

Hannah Wolfe wins first place in her division at the 2025 Red Earth Youth Art contest

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Hannah Wolfe wins first place in her division at the 2025 Red Earth Youth Art contest.

Ardmore PACT Act event hosted by the Chickasaw Nation Aug. 18

Friday, August 15, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Veterans Services is hosting an event in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to discuss the PACT Act from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, Aug. 18, at the Chickasaw Nation Community Center, 907 Locust St., Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Governor Anoatubby leads groundbreaking for transitional housing community

Friday, August 15, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led groundbreaking ceremonies for the Chickasaw Nation Chuka Lokoli Transitional Housing Community Aug. 13.

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.

Chickasaw Nation breaks ground for medical student housing project

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby was joined by dozens of tribal leaders and medical providers in groundbreaking ceremonies Aug. 12 for a housing project designed for Chickasaw Nation Department of Health providers and resident students.

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.

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.