Politics

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

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

The Chickasaw Nation announced the selection of Eric Wenger as the next undersecretary of Construction Services. Wenger will continue in his role as the City Engineer and Public Works Director for the City of Oklahoma City until September 14, 2023. “Eric Wenger earned a high level of respect from local

Tribal gaming enterprises continue to grow year over year By Heide Brandes The Journal Record Year over year, with the exception of 2020, tribal gaming enterprises in Oklahoma continue to grow, and fiscal tear 2021-22 shaped up to be a banner year when it came to visits, revenue generated and

SULPHUR, Okla. -- Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led groundbreaking ceremonies August 10 for a facility which will serve the community’s youth for generations. The Chickasaw Nation Youth Activity Center, 1601 W. 18th St., is a shining example of the Chickasaw Nation's steadfast commitment to providing opportunities

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner announced changes today to the tribe’s cabinet and administration staff and a nomination of a new Supreme Court justice. “Deputy Chief Warner and I were so fortunate to work with so many great cabinet