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Oklahoma governor's call for special session on tax fairness raises criticism, crickets by Molly Young and William C. Wertz The Oklahoman Oklahoma legislative leaders were largely quiet Tuesday in reaction to Gov. Kevin Stitt’s surprise call for a special session to consider slashing taxes. The session appears

By Mary Leaver, Citizen Potawatomi Nation Public Information Department The director of the U.S. Indian Health Service visited the Citizen Potawatomi Nation headquarters on June 30, 2023. Roselyn Tso (Navajo Nation) and her administrative staff met with CPN Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett, Vice-Chairman Linda Capps, Self-Governance Director Kasie Nichols,

Wes Nofire tapped for Native American liaison role in Oklahoma governor's office By Allison Herrera, KOSU Gov. Kevin Stitt says former Cherokee Nation tribal council member Wes Nofire will be "a bridge" between his office and the state's tribal nations. Nofire vacated his seat

Historic Fort Washita placed in trust An August signing ceremony between a Bureau of Indian Affairs representative and Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby formalized Fort Washita being placed in trust with the U.S. government. The Chickasaw Nation owned site, located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, is also listed on the

ADA, Okla. -- Chickasaw Nation Election Secretary Rita Loder announced Dusk Monetathchi as the winner of the Aug. 29, 2023, runoff election for Tishomingo District Seat 3 on the Chickasaw Nation Legislature. Monetathchi, Sulphur, received 821 votes (55%), while incumbent Steven Woods, Davis, received 667 votes (48%). All Chickasaw Nation

Captivating Exhibition "Biss & Beyond: Evolving Legacies" Pays Tribute to Earl Biss's Creative Spirit and Unveils the Artistic Journey of Dante Biss-Grayson SANTA FE, NM - Prepare to be immersed in a world where artistic legacies unfold, and creativity flows seamlessly from one generation to the

USDA designates more than $60 million to expand high speed internet access in rural areas of Oklahoma tribal nations By Robby Korth An Oklahoma tribal nation and two telephone companies are receiving $67.4 million to expand broadband access in rural Oklahoma. The funds are part of a $667 million