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CPN-owned bank gets new name, look
By: Paige Willett
The last few years brought many changes for First National Bank & Trust Co., including
new leadership, acquisition of another bank and now a complete rebrand of its look along with products and services. Beginning in April 2023, FNB will be known as Sovereign Bank.
In 2021,
Leader of Quapaw Nation resigns amid recall effort
The Quapaw Nation will be electing a new chairman following the resignation of Joseph Tali Byrd from the tribe’s top executive post. Byrd resigned at a regularly scheduled business committee meeting on Saturday. A reason wasn’t given in a statement from the Oklahoma-based tribe. "Effective April 15,
Norman, Ada shows slated for Chickasaw composer’s music
An orchestral performance of “Clans” by Chickasaw classical composer Jerod Tate will be presented to audiences in Norman and Ada in late April.
The Norman performance is scheduled for 3 p.m., April 23, at Catlett Music Center on the University of Oklahoma campus. Tickets are available by calling (405)
USDA Announces Funding Availability to Expand Meat and Poultry Processing Options for Underserved Producers and Tribal Communities
Up to $125 million through two grant programs will increase choices for producers, including new capacity for indigenous meat processing to support tribal food systems
WASHINGTON, April 19, 2023 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of up to $125 million through two new grant programs
Cherokee Nation’s economic impact on Oklahoma exceeds $3B
Tribe brings significant economic support to northeast Oklahoma
TULSA, Okla. — Cherokee Nation now drives more than $3.04 billion annually into the Oklahoma economy. The tribe and its businesses continually expand opportunities and advantages throughout northeast Oklahoma by supporting education, growing industries, providing jobs, improving health care, building infrastructure and
“Reservation Dogs” Actor Gary Farmer Supports Equity in Cannabis Reform in New Partnership With the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association
The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association launches new cannabis enthusiast level membership for individuals to join cannabis policy advancement movement
Milwaukee, Wis., — The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) launches “Friends of ICIA” membership level, backed by legendary actor and musician Gary Farmer. The ICIA, a national nonprofit founded in 2022, exists
Chickasaw artist strives to carry on culture through art, education
Sulphur craftsman returning to Artesian Arts Festival after 7 year break
Michael Cornelius doesn’t consider himself an artist.
An abundant collection of gold and silver medallions earned in First American art markets seems to contradict this sentiment.
A Chickasaw preservationist, Cornelius earned these awards for cultural objects he has