Northeastern State University partners with Bacone College to provide seamless transfer pathway for students
Tahlequah, Okla.—Northeastern State University has partnered with Bacone College to provide a seamless pathway for all Bacone students seeking to transfer and graduate on their current timeline.
The partnership between the two heritage-rich institutions ensures the longstanding commitment each has made to student success and a sustainable future for
Choctaw Nation Statement Regarding $22.8M in Grants from USDA
DURANT, Okla. – Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Chief Gary Batton issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded more than $22.8 million in grants to the tribe.
“The grants from the USDA recognize two of the Choctaw Nation’s primary concerns – preserving our culture and
Cherokee Nation pledges $60K to United Way
Tribe continues support of agency’s effort to unite people and resources
TULSA, Okla. – Cherokee Nation and its businesses recently presented a $60,000 contribution to the Tulsa Area United Way to help support the agency’s yearlong fundraising campaign. Through annual contributions and employee volunteers, the tribe has supported
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Federal judge dismisses Tulsa challenge to enforce Indigenous driver's speeding ticket
By Max Bryan
The federal courts have once again sided with tribes over whether Tulsa can prosecute Native drivers for traffic violations.
U.S. District Judge William Johnson dismissed the case of Hooper v. City of Tulsa
Comanche Nation Entertainment’s Longest Team Member Retires After 40 Years
LAWTON, Okla., - After making Comanche Nation Entertainment history as the first team member to hold a 40-year tenure with the company, Stephanie Poemoceah has retired.
Poemoceah first started her career in 1983, the same year Comanche Nation Entertainment opened its first facility, making her one of the first team
Choctaw Casino & Resort- Durant Nominated Country Music Association 2023 Touring Awards for Venue of the Year
Winners to be announced February 12, 2024, in Nashville
DURANT, Okla. (Dec. 14, 2023) – Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant has been nominated for the Country Music Association’s (CMA) 2023 Touring Award for Venue of the Year. This is the first time Choctaw Casino & Resort has been nominated for
Cherokee Nation leaders sign Gadugi Corps legislation into law
CATOOSA, Okla. — Leaders of the Cherokee Nation gathered Wednesday to celebrate the signing the Gadugi Corps Volunteer and National Service Act of 2023, which authorizes a new volunteer and national service program empowering citizens to improve their communities.
The legislation will authorize up to $3 million annually over four years