Native Oklahoma

The first Chickasaws to arrive in Indian Territory during Removal in the late 1830s could scarcely have imagined the growth and expansive impact the tribe would have as it grew into the 21st century. Historians often debate whether times make the people, or people make the times. Perhaps arguments can

New York, NY – Sky-Eagle Collection, the celebrated Indigenous fashion house founded by Osage designer and U.S. military veteran Dante Biss-Grayson and his family, proudly returns to New York Fashion Week with the debut of its “Red Line Collection.” This special showcase, produced by Break Free, will take place on

Cherokee Nation celebrates 5-day schools being placed into trust After 40 years of negotiations with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the deeds to the land where five-day schools were located belong to the Cherokee Nation again.  By Katie Hallum (ᏧᏟ), KOSU Day schools featured prominently during the boarding school-era. More

DURANT, Oklahoma – The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) has named the Choctaw Cultural Center its Best Cultural Heritage Experience. The award was given as part of the Excellence in Tourism Industry Awards. “It’s an honor to recognize the Choctaw Cultural Center for their incredible achievements as the

DURANT, Okla. – The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma hosted the 2024 Outstanding Elder banquet to honor the elders from each district who stood out as exceptional examples of the Chahta spirit, going above and beyond for their communities. Jerry Bohanan of Smithville, Okla., and Gina Self of Hugo, Okla., were the

TRIBAL GAMING: Cherokee Nation fights Arkansas license loss; Seneca questions NY revenue share By Chez Oxendine Tribal gaming faces both challenges and opportunities as 2024 comes to a close, with two major developments highlighting the complex relationship between tribes and states. In Arkansas, Cherokee Nation pursues legal action after voters

Deadline for American Indian athletes to apply is Friday, Dec. 6th at 5 p.m. FRISCO, Texas—Seventy Native American athletes from across the country will be selected to participate in the 2025 Native American All-Star Football Game on January 7, 2025, at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the Dallas