The Chickasaw Times Post Office Box 1548 Ada, OK 74821 Chickasaw Times Vol. LIV, No. 5 Official publication of the Chickasaw Nation www.chickasawtimes.net May 2019

Message from Lt. Gov. Keel To the Chickasaw People: We have been diligently seeking For the past the Lord’s direction since then. I twenty years completed my treatments, and I have been by the Grace of God there is no honored to sign of cancer. The Lord healed serve you as me and I know that He has a plan your Lieuten- for me. ant Governor. On Friday, April 26, 2019, two During this years after my diagnosis, I spoke time our na- to Governor Anoatubby and told tion has ex- LT. GOV. KEEL him what had been my thoughts perienced about retirement since learning tremendous my diagnosis two years ago. growth and development. I have We agreed that it is time for been honored to serve our people me to begin a new chapter in my on the national and international life. My term of office will end on levels, including frequent testi- September 30th. Governor Anoa- mony to the US Congress. I am tubby has asked me to continue currently serving as the Presi- my service to the nation. Perhaps dent of the National Congress of as the Secretary of State, although American Indians, the nation’s the title and details still need to largest and most representative be refined. Indian organization. It is important that Governor From left, Governor Bill Anoatubby; Tom Love, inductee, and founder and executive chairman of Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores; Ken and Brian Estes, The time has come for me to Anoatubby look toward the fu- sons of Hiawatha Thompson Estes, inductee, and architect and founder of the Nationwide House Plan Book Company; Brenda Kingery, inductee, and step down, and for Carol and I to ture of the nation, and select the celebrated artist and champion of women’s empowerment; Jay Bond, Myron Bond and Catherine Ware Bond Wootten, grandchildren of Reford Bond, begin a new chapter in our lives. right person to serve with him. I inductee and principal member of one of the first law firms in Oklahoma, Bond & Melton; Jonathan C. Trent, MD, PhD, inductee and a leader in cutting- On April 26, 2017 I was diag- am confident that he will do so. edge research and treatment of cancer, and Lt. Governor Jefferson Keel. nosed with stage 4 lymphoma There is no greater honor than cancer. At that time, Carol and serving your own people. Thank I prayed for the direction that you for the honor and privilege we should go. We wondered if I of allowing Carol and I to serve Five inducted into Hall of Fame should step down at that time. As you. May God richly bless you and we prayed, it became clear that I continue to bless the Chickasaw NORMAN, Okla. – Governor Bill uniquely talented and extremely included a longtime tribal at- should wait until after my treat- Nation. Anoatubby led April 23 induc- successful, but who used their torney and Oklahoma Corpora- ments to decide on a direction. Jefferson Keel tion ceremonies for the Chicka- success to serve and inspire oth- tion Commissioner; an architect, saw Hall of Fame. The event is an ers, Gov. Anoatubby said. provider of scholarships and the annual celebration that honors “Perseverance, integrity, ser- nephew of famed Chickasaw sto- Chickasaws who have made sig- vant leadership and selflessness ryteller Te Ata Thompson Fisher; nificant contributions to Chicka- are but a few examples of what the founder and chief executive Chickasaw Nation election saw people or the Native Ameri- make these individuals special,” officer of Love’s Travel Stops & can community. he said. Country Stores; an internationally filing period June 3-5 “Tonight, we recognize five More than 600 people attend- individuals who are not only ed this year’s event. Inductees SEE HOF INDUCTEES HONORED, PAGE 3 ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw quantum. Candidates must also Nation Election Commission an- be residents of the Chickasaw nounces the filing period for the Nation for at least one year im- 2019 General Elections opens mediately preceding the election. June 3 and continues through Candidates for Governor and Lt. June 5. Governor shall run as a team. Candidates must file between 8 Governor and Lt. Governor a.m. and 4:30 p.m., in the Election must remain residents of the Secretary’s office in the Govern- Chickasaw Nation during their ment Services building, 2015 Lon- four-year term office. Filing fees nie Abbott Industrial Boulevard, are $2,500 per gubernatorial Ada,. team. Seats up for election include Legislative candidates must be Governor and Lt. Governor, four registered Chickasaw voters at legislative seats and one Supreme least 25 years of age who have Court seat. been residents of the Chickasaw Legislative seats to be filled are Nation for at least one year and Pontotoc District Seat 5, Pickens of their respective district for at District Seat 3, Panola District least six months immediately pre- Seat 1 and Tishomingo District ceding the election. Seat 2. Legislators must remain resi- Seat 1 of the Chickasaw Nation dents of their elected district Supreme Court is also up for elec- during their three-year term of tion this year. office. The filing fee is $500 per Candidates for Governor and legislative candidate. Lt. Governor must be registered Supreme Court candidates Chickasaw voters at least 30 years must be registered voters of the of age who possess no less than one-fourth (1/4) Chickasaw blood SEE ELECTION FILING PERIOD, PAGE 9 The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes met in general session April 12 to discuss Native American participation in the U. S. Census and other matters. From left are Cherokee Nation Deputy Chief S. Joe Crittenden, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma Chief Greg Chilcoat, Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill U.S. Census Bureau, Chickasaw Anoatubby, Muscogee (Creek) Nation Principal Chief James Floyd and Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Chief Gary Batton. Nation join forces to ensure proper Inter-Tribal Council plans for 2020 Census, count of Indians in 2020 Census credits collaboration for ongoing progress WASHINGTON – Governor mittee to address this dispar- Bill Anoatubby has announced ity. An awareness campaign in- THACKERVILLE, Okla. – Tribal to allocate funding for programs Lisa Billy spoke to the gathering. a partnership between the U.S. cludes advertising in both tribal leaders of the Inter-Tribal Council and services. Mrs. Billy is a former Oklahoma Census Bureau and Chickasaw and local outlets as well as direct of the Five Civilized Tribes dis- Tribal representatives at the legislator who currently serves Nation to help ensure Native mail pieces encouraging citizens cussed the importance of encour- meeting credited working togeth- as Oklahoma Secretary of Na- Americans are counted accu- and employees to participate. aging Indian participation in the er for progress toward forming tive American Affairs. She spoke rately during the 2020 census. Census participation takes 2020 Census during the general and maintaining relationships about Oklahoma Governor Kevin During an April 1 “Shape Your place throughout the year on- session of its quarterly meeting with federal, state and local gov- Stitt’s commitment to fostering Future” press event here, Gover- line and on social media plat- April 12. ernments. relationships with Indian tribes nor Anoatubby said the task to forms, as well as informational The meeting was hosted by the “We have the capability and in the state. count all Native Americans was booths and kiosks at facilities Chickasaw Nation at its WinStar the power within ourselves, col- “It’s an honor to be here to rep- a priority for the Chickasaw Na- and events. Convention Center in Thacker- lectively as a group, to help each resent Governor Kevin Stitt, who tion. ville. other get to a different level,” is a citizen of the Cherokee Na- He stressed the Chickasaw Na- Meeting Tribal Needs “As citizens of this country, we Seminole Nation of Oklahoma tion,” Mrs. Billy said. “It’s a new tion would engage other tribes “We encourage all tribal na- have a responsibility to (partici- Chief Greg Chilcoat said. day in the state of Oklahoma. We to provide accurate information tions to institute their own ini- pate in the Census),” said Gover- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma have a cabinet secretary for Na- about Native American popula- tiatives to encourage their citi- nor Bill Anoatubby said. “We’re Chief Gary Batton noted the tive American Affairs.” tions. zens to participate and to form working to educate our citizens, tribes collectively represented The council recognized Wayne “There has been an under- their own complete count com- our employees and our commu- more than 750,000 Indian citi- Simms, a former U.S. Department counting of certain populations mittees for the 2020 census,” nities of the importance of par- zens. of Housing and Urban Develop- and, as Native Americans, we Gov. Anoatubby said. Every tribe, ticipating in the Census, and we “Every day, we get to share our ment area director who worked have had a long-term issue that he said, can form its own com- look forward to the rest of the ideas, our thoughts and con- with the tribes, with an award for affects us,” Governor Anoatubby plete count committee. year working with these great na- cerns,” Chief Batton said. “We his service. told top census officials. The unique government-to- tions.” take it very seriously.” “(Mr. Simms) has dedicated his Native Americans were under- government relationship be- Gov. Anoatubby said it was im- “We are stronger as tribes and life to helping Native Americans counted by about 4.9 percent, a tween tribes and the U.S. govern- portant Native Americans were as governments when we’re to- across the United States,” Chief rate more than double the next ment is at the heart of accurately counted accurately. The results gether like this,” Cherokee Nation Batton said. population group. counting all Native Americans. of the Census, he said, determine Deputy Chief S. Joe Crittenden The council unanimously The Chickasaw Nation has the allocation of congressional said. formed a complete count com- SEE 2020 CENSUS, PAGE 8 seats. The Census is also used Chickasaw Nation legislator SEE INTER-TRIBAL, PAGE 9 2 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019 Chickasaw artist Mary Ruth Barnes honored by National DAR

when he passed. Area Chamber of Commerce and serving of this.” His death from leukemia served Ada Rotary Club. She is a past Recommendation letters by to inspire his granddaughter. president of Ada’s Business and Lona Barrick and Laura Stewart Displayed at the ceremony was Professional Women where she re- of the Chickasaw Nation were in- Mrs. Barnes’ image of a paint ceived BPW’s Woman of the Year strumental to the nomination. horse with butterfly wings cre- Award in 2006. She has served on “Letters must be written by in- ated by Mr. McSwain’s thoughts her church board, Rotary board, dividuals, not members of DAR,” concerning his illness. The work taught Sunday school, served on Mrs. McFarlane said. Ms. Barrick was a top winner in an American the Executive Board of Boy Scouts and Ms. Stewart serve as execu- Cancer Society contest in 2011. of America and the Ada Arts tive officerts of the tribe’s Cul- The painting has much deeper Council executive board. tural Tourism’s and Arts and meaning for her. Mrs. Barnes has received nu- Humanities’ Departments, re- “I thought ‘I am going to paint merous awards for her artwork. spectively. that horse the color of his cancer.’ Many are prominently displayed Gov. Anoatubby, Chickasaw leg- So I Googled the color of leuke- throughout buildings and offices islator Nancy Elliott and Ms. Bar- mia thinking it would be purple in the Chickasaw Nation, as well rick attended the awards event. or green or something and I as museums and private collec- Mrs. Barnes earned a bachelor’s would paint the horse that color. tions. degree in English from North Car- Well, to my surprise, I found the For her most recent honor, olina State University and a mas- symbol for leukemia is a mon- Chimney Hill DAR official Su- ter’s degree in education from arch butterfly. zanne McFarlane immediately Montana State University. “He told me someday he would thought of her friend when it was She and husband Mike have get on his horse and fly away mentioned artists could be nomi- been married more than 46 years cancer-free. So, it was God (who) nated through local DAR chapters and have two children and five created this image in my mind.” even if they were not members of grandchildren. Their son, Wiley, The painting is featured on the organization. is director of Chickasaw Press, the 2011 cover of the American “I went all over the Chickasaw and son Selby is project coordi- Mary Ruth Barnes, left, displays the Women in the Arts Recognition Award by the National Society of Cancer Society Circle of Life Jour- Nation taking photographs of nator for the Department of Com- the Daughters of the American Revolution. She is shown with Ada’s Chimney Hill DAR official Suzanne nal and currently on display in Mary Ruth’s wonderful art,” Mrs. munications and Community De- McFarlane who spearheaded the effort to nominate Mrs. Barnes for the award. the surgery waiting room of the McFarlane said with a big smile. velopment. Chickasaw Nation Medical Center. “She is such a wonderful, talented ADA, Okla. - Chickasaw artist many talents to serve others. Her and giving individual. She so de- CONTRIBUTED BY Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. Mary Ruth Barnes has recently re- work in the community will have Where to Start ceived a national honor from the a positive impact for generations Defining Mrs. Barnes’ accom- National Society of the Daughters to come.” plishments are difficult. She is of the American Revolution (DAR) Mrs. Barnes was honored dur- an editor, published author, pho- for devoting her life to artistic ing a formal ceremony and recep- tographer, award-winning artist, creativity. tion April 13 at Ada’s Arts and avid equestrian, celebrated fund- Mrs. Barnes accepted the DAR’s Heritage Center. raiser and art instructor. Women in the Arts Recognition “I am so humbled by this Just prior to her retirement in Award for “outstanding achieve- award,” she told the gathering. 2017, she raised more than $35 ments in non-performance arts.” “The most exciting part of my life million in estate gifts for can- Representative of Ada’s Chimney in art is that I have been given the cer research through her role as Hill DAR chapter presented the opportunity to share it with so American Cancer Society’s Direc- national award. many people through my teach- tor of Planned Giving for Okla- Gov. Bill Anoatubby said Mrs. ing.” homa and southwest Missouri. Barnes was very deserving of the Mrs. Barnes credits her grand- For these efforts, Mrs. Barnes re- recognition. father Harry McSwain with shar- ceived the “Top Performer of the “Mary Ruth is a very talented ing how colors are blended, high- Nation” award for the American individual who has created many lighted and muted throughout Cancer Society in 2012 and 2014. beautiful works of art that bring paintings to enhance brilliance In 2015, she was honored as joy and enhance cultural under- and subtleties. Mr. McSwain was the Dynamic Chickasaw Woman standing,” Gov. Anoatubby said. a fluent Chickasaw speaker who of the Year. “Perhaps even more impressive impacted Mrs. Barnes’ life even Mrs. Barnes has been active in “Flight to Hope” is the title of Mary Ruth Barnes’ painting inspired by her grandfather, Harry McSwain, is her commitment to use her though she was only six years old her community through the Ada who passed after a battle with leukemia. Chickasaw artist Daniel Worcester honored during Governor’s Arts Awards OKLAHOMA CITY – Chickasaw the exhibit will be packed up and cording to Mr. Worcester. artist Daniel Worcester was hon- be reassembled in Santa Fe, N.M., “Working in the forge elevates ored April 16 by Oklahoma Gov- just as the nation gathers there your senses to the top of your ernor Kevin Stitt during the 43rd for the annual Southwestern As- game,” he said. “For artists, the Annual Governor’s Arts Awards. sociation for Indian Arts (SWAIA) most overwhelming emotion to Mr. Worcester is a renowned show. Launched in 1922, the show overcome is not being afraid to bladesmith. His unique crafts- is the largest Native American- try something new. You’re afraid manship in forging knives into themed art market in the world. it won’t be accepted. I wrote a artistic gems has earned critical poem ‘The Statue’ about aban- acclaim from private collectors, Renaissance Man doning your comfort zone to try museums, art galleries and festi- Mr. Worcester is a poet who re- a new technique. Often, artists vals nationwide. cently completed his fourth book are pigeonholed (into a particular Gov. Stitt cited Mr. Worcester “The Crow.” He won first place genre) but tomorrow that precon- for his artistry and contribu- with the title poem from Light- ception may not fit them. I don’t tions promoting other Oklahoma house, an organization promot- want to be defined that way. I am artists. Mr. Worcester received a ing mental health. Other books constantly looking for new ideas.” Medal of Honor for Community include “The Knife,” “The Game” After 37 years working for Service during special ceremo- and “The Mask.” AT&T and Southwestern Bell, nies at the state capitol. The Chickasaw master bla- Mr. Worcester is retired now and Governor Bill Anoatubby said desmith also paints. The cover content to gaze out the window of Mr. Worcester was very deserving art of “The Crow” is an original his Lone Grove, Okla., home and of the honor. painting. He is an avid photogra- watch builders construct a new “Daniel Worcester has used his pher and also crafts jewelry. home for he and his wife, Debbie. incredible talents as an artist to “In the winter, when I close This August, the couple will be help promote, preserve and revi- my forge down for the season, married 45 years. talize Chickasaw culture,” Gov. these artistic outlets leave me Ironically, the Chickasaw artist Anoatubby said. “Perhaps even rested, refreshed and ready to devotes about the same amount more significant is his commit- take on new ideas and new art,” of time to his art as he did when ment to using his talents to serve Mr. Worcester said. “The books working full time. It is a labor of others. He epitomizes the Chicka- Chickasaw artist Daniel Worcester, left, with Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt after receiving the Governor’s are poems and musings – more love to make his art “minimalis- saw spirit of selflessness.” Arts Award for Community Service April 16 in a special ceremony at the state capitol rotunda. allegories of life.” tic” while providing world-class Mr. Worcester was among 16 Mr. Worcester gains much of craftsmanship for his many ad- artists formally honored by the cause it lifts up other Chickasaw world-class exhibit of 15 Chicka- his inspiration from nature and mirers and customers. state of Oklahoma and Oklahoma artists who haven’t received the saw artists – painters, potters, animals. “I believe you can overthink Arts Council. recognition they should receive. sculptors, textile and fashion “I try to do everything with art,” he said. “I think the custom- “It was a total shock and sur- Of course, there are Chickasaw artists, weavers, metalsmiths animals that illustrates their in- er is looking for quality crafts- prise,” Mr. Worcester said. “Hon- artists (in the exhibit) who are and even eclectic modernists – telligence over mankind,” he said. manship that conveys a simple estly, it is very humbling. I feel acclaimed nationally and inter- known as “VISUAL VOICES: Con- “Humans plan, work and labor all message or image, art they find honored. There are so many more nationally. I hope this award will temporary Chickasaw Art.” Mr. their life. The old crow watches appealing and attractive. It is why people who have accomplished really lift them up. ‘Visual Voices’ Worcester serves on the board of all this and, when it is time, he so many of my pieces involve ani- much more than what I’ve done, showcases other immensely tal- directors and is among exhibiting thinks he’ll eat his dinner.” mals. Art lovers are stirred visu- it seems to me. Just look at art- ented Chickasaw artists. ‘Visual Chickasaw artists. Nothing can top hammering ally and emotionally … and so ists involved in our ‘Visual Voices’ Voices’ gives them a platform to “Visual Voices” is on display at steel into knives, of sweating, of should the artist.” exhibit. the whole world.” the Mississippi Museum of Art experiencing the heat of the forge “That exhibit is so good be- Mr. Worcester was referring to a until June 2. From Mississippi, and the rush of fresh ideas, ac- CONTRIBUTED BY Gene Lehmann, Media Relations.

The Chickasaw Times is published by the Chickasaw Times, Bill Anoatubby Jefferson Keel The Chickasaw Times is mailed free to Chickasaw registered 1500 Hoppe Blvd., Suite 1, Ada, OK 74820, P.O. Box 1548, Governor Lt. Governor voters, government and educational offices, and upon request Ada, to other Native American citizens. Reprint permission is granted with credit to The Chickasaw Times unless other copyrights are OK 74821 monthly with two special issues published, one in shown. June and one in September. Tom Bolitho Tony Choate Editorial statements of the Chickasaw Times, guest columns Subscriptions are free. Editor Media Affairs ExecutiveOfficer and readers’ letters reflect the opinions of the writers and not Vicky Gold necessarily those of the Chickasaw Times, its staff or the tribal Communications Management and Support Services administration of the Chickasaw Nation. Contributors Executive Officer Send mail to: All editorials and letters will become the property of the Chicka- Chickasaw Times: Mallory Jones, Briana Scribner saw Times. Editorials must be signed by the author and include P.O. Box 1548, Ada, OK 74821 Media Relations/Media Affairs: Justin Lofton, KC Cole, Brandon Frye, Gene Lehmann, Loné the author’s address. Chickasaw Times: (580) 332-2977; Fax: (580) 332-3949 Beasley, Dana Lance Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month prior to pub- Tribal Communications: Savannah Burwell, Jennifer Jones, Aleshia Lofton, Dallas Rudd, e-mail: [email protected] lication. Submissions can be mailed, faxed, hand-delivered or Kortney Samis e-mailed. Chickasaw Headquarters: (580) 436-2603 Photographers: Mike McKee, Marcy Gray, Mike Scott, Jacquelyn Sparks May 2019 CHICKASAW TIMES 3 Tribe’s commitment to education built on history of success

The Chickasaw Nation is well known as an “education countants, attorneys, and Thankfully, for Chickasaw students, there are many tribe” for some very good reasons. We develop, support so much more. Some will options! The Chickasaw Nation dedicates millions of and fund an impressive array of education programs and choose the trade route and dollars annually to support our students and offer them services built for pre-schoolers through doctoral students. make exceptional careers every opportunity to achieve the success they seek. We truly leave no stone unturned as we continually search as carpenters, electricians, Our students receive scholarships, grants, stipends, for more and better ways to bring the best of education homebuilders, plumbers books, computers, tutoring, housing, computers and much opportunities to all Chickasaws. and more. They are all on more – all provided by the Chickasaw Nation. And the As a tribe, we have a fundamental education mission their ways to making posi- large majority of our students perform very well in school that values the individual and appreciates the desire of tive differences, not only and attain their degrees. It is such a wonderful blessing different citizens to choose unique paths to educational for their own families, but to watch our students walk across that commencement success. We know many students will choose the for their tribe, their com- stage and receive the degrees for which they have worked traditional path of college or university, often followed munities and their coun- so hard! by graduate study. We also know a significant minority of try. As mentioned, our tribe also invests in our students our students will choose vocational, technical or specialty It’s impossible to value a who choose different education paths. Many of our training that prepares them for specific careers, most GOV. BILL good education simply in students choose vocational or technical study. Some serve often in traditional trades. dollars, but we understand apprenticeships on their ways to trade journeyman status. When we were removed to our present homeland, ANOATUBBY it takes resources for our Many choose to attain licenses, certificates or other levels schools were among the first institutions to appear. students to achieve their of achievement in their selected course of study. Chickasaws have historically sought to improve educational goals. No mat- The Chickasaw Nation is there for all our students every themselves and their society through education. Governor, ter how you cut it, in to- step of the way! In this issue of the Chickasaw Times, you will read about day’s world a good educa- At the Chickasaw Nation, we are dedicated to providing many young Chickasaws graduating high school across The Chickasaw tion is expensive. Over the resources and support that allow our students every the country. These exceptional young people, on the verge Nation past nearly 50 years, the chance for success. We understand these young people of adulthood and working lives, have now cleared that cost of a college education are critically important to the future of our tribe, and we first important education hurdle. has risen faster than any are totally committed to them and their goals. Many will now choose to move ahead to college or other sector of the American economy. It is an incredible Congratulations 2019 graduates! Your tribe is proud of university study in a variety of disciplines. Some of the and often insurmountable challenge for today’s students you! Chickasaws you read about today will become teachers, to complete a quality education with just their own fam- scientists, engineers, writers, artists, physicians, ac- ily’s resources.

CONTINUED HOF INDUCTEES HONORED | FROM PAGE 1 renowned artist and 2017 Chick- in history,” Gov. Anoatubby said. of Oklahoma and served in the we have stood together during asaw citizen Noah Hinson sang asaw Nation Dynamic Woman of “He successfully represented the U.S. Army Air Corps during World the hard times, helped one an- the national anthem, and the the Year; and a famed oncologist Chickasaw Nation in numerous War II. He moved to California to other in times of need and shared Chickasaw Honor Guard posted who has developed new scientific cases in Washington, D.C., pro- design modern homes. victories, both large and small. the colors. techniques to treat and cure can- tecting the sovereignty of the Mr. Estes’ inexpensive, practi- I’m proud to be a Chickasaw and Oklahoma Strings provided en- cer patients. Chickasaw Nation and securing cal home designs were featured I’m profoundly thankful for this tertainment at the event. “This year, our inductees dem- the rights of the Chickasaw peo- in newspapers across the country, honor you’ve offered me tonight.” For more information about onstrate the power of selflessness ple. As chairman of the Oklaho- reaching millions of Americans Chickasaw citizen and 2018 the Chickasaw Hall of Fame, visit and service,” master of ceremo- ma Corporation Commission, he and, as a result, his homes are Silver Feather recipient Pauline HOF.Chickasaw.net. nies T.W. Shannon said. “They helped guide Oklahoma’s energy present in neighborhoods nation- Brown led the invocation, Chick- possess the qualities of strength, industry and usher in practices wide. He was a founding member character and servant leader- still in use today.” of OU’s President’s Associates and ship.” Accepting the award for Mr. financially supported more than Apollo Giant Leap STEM Challenge registration open Brenda Kingery, Reford Bond Bond were his grandchildren, My- 75 university scholarships. Registration is open for the moon’s surface. (1877-1954), Jonathan C. Trent, ron and Jay Bond, and Catherine “We honor Hiawatha Thompson Apollo Next Giant Leap Student Teams will practice build, pro- MD, PhD, Hiawatha Thompson Ware Bond Wootten. Estes as an innovator and entre- (ANGLeS) Challenge to mark the gram and practice with their Estes (1918-2003) and Tom Love “His life truly was one of dedi- preneur whose work had a posi- 50th anniversary of the Apollo drones and robots in May. The were inducted in ceremonies at cated service, both to his fellow tive impact on families across 11 moon landing. Registration is challenge will take place mid- the Embassy Suites Hotel. Chickasaws and all Oklahomans,” America,” Gov. Anoatubby said. open to students in fifth through summer. The top team in the Myron Bond said. “Our family is “As a highly accomplished archi- 12th grades. challenge will win a trip to the Brenda Kingery pleased that he and his distin- tect, his practical home designs Registration deadline is May31. Johnson Space Center in Houston. Brenda Kingery is a celebrated guished accomplishments are allowed countless families to The ANGLeS Challenge is a There is no entry fee for students. artist and champion of women’s now enshrined in the Chickasaw achieve their dreams of home- NASA-funded STEM competition Teams can register online at empowerment. Born and raised Hall of Fame.” ownership. organized by the Northwest Earth nwessp.org/apollo50/registra- in Oklahoma, she studied and “His contributions to home ar- and Space Sciences Pipeline. The tion. More information about the taught in Okinawa, Japan. Mrs. Jonathan C. Trent, MD, chitecture can still be seen across Chickasaw Nation STEM Academy challenge, a list of regional hubs Kingery uses her education and the United States, and his gener- will serve as a regional hub for lo- and the challenge manual is also experiences to teach and inspire PhD osity is still visible on the Univer- cal teams. Each team will recreate available on the website. others. She is founder of “Threads Jonathan Trent is a leader in sity of Oklahoma campus.” the moon landing by building a Contact the STEM Academy at of Blessing,” a group dedicated to cutting-edge research and treat- Accepting the award for Mr. Es- replica of the Apollo lunar craft, (580) 272-5579 or STEM@Chicka- empowering women around the ment of cancer. Dr. Trent attend- tes were his sons, Brian and Ken then use a remote-controlled saw.net for training times. world to develop artistic talents ed Southeastern Oklahoma State Estes. drone to land it on a model of the that reflect their own cultures. In University and the University of “His drive showed the Chicka- 2007, Mrs. Kingery was appointed Texas. In 2011, he was appointed saw spirit,” Ken Estes said. “He by President Bush to the board of professor of medicine and co-di- never lost sight of the fact that trustees of the Institute of Amer- rector of the musculoskeletal cen- his success resulted from the ican Indian and Alaska Native ter in the Department of Medicine values he learned growing up in TH Culture and Arts Development at the Sylvester Comprehensive Chickasaw Country.” 5 ANNUAL in Santa Fe, N.M. Cancer Center at the University of “He would be so honored with “Brenda Kingery has continued Miami Miller School of Medicine. this award and our family is so the Chickasaw tradition of ex- Dr. Trent combined his skills as a very grateful,” Brian Estes said. pressing our history and culture researcher with patient care and “His legacy will be honored in through art,” Gov. Anoatubby developing precision medicine for perpetuity in the Honor Garden said. “Her dedication to helping cancer patients. His leadership in that very special place so close others is inspiring. As a founding contributed to breakthroughs in to where he grew up in Sulphur, member of Threads of Blessing, gene discovery that enabled in- Oklahoma.” she has touched lives in Hondu- dividualized treatment of cancer VETERANS ras, Uganda and Haiti. We honor patients. Tom Love Brenda for her commitment to “Inductee Dr. Jonathan C. Trent Tom Love is founder and exec- representing cultures, her pas- has done great things for human- utive chairman of Love’s Travel sion for art and her service to ity from behind a microscope,” Stops & Country Stores. He and others.” Gov. Anoatubby said. “After ex- his wife, Judy, opened their first Mrs. Kingery said she learned periencing the impact cancer had service station in 1964. CONFERENCE from the Chickasaw Nation, her on his own family, he dedicated Mr. Love pioneered combining studies in Japan and her work his life and career to saving lives gas stations with 24-hour con- with Threads of Blessing how art and finding a cure. We are grate- venience stores as well as self- was an essential tool to keep cul- ful for Dr. Trent’s career and the service pumps. As of 2019, Love’s ture alive. lives he has impacted through operates more than 480 locations Wednesday “I am thankful to the Chicka- medical research and education.” nationwide. saw Nation and those before us As a Chickasaw, Dr. Trent said, The Loves’ philanthropic giving who have taught us the impor- he had been drawn to the natural has supported local and national 19 tance of learning our language, world and the elements – particu- charities as well as institutions of our history and our culture,” Mrs. larly the wind. He said the wind higher learning. They continue to Kingery said. “Thank you, and can represent opposition, which give through partnerships with God bless you.” has served to make him work national charities, including Chil- harder, and can also be a helpful dren’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Reford Bond (1877 – 1954) force at your back. “Tom Love is a prosperous busi- Reford Bond was the princi- “I never could have accom- nessman and devoted philanthro- pal member of one of the first plished what I have in my life pist,” Gov. Anoatubby said. “He law firms in Oklahoma, Bond & without my family and my com- has taken his business from a Melton. He served as the Chicka- munity at my back,” Dr. Trent small filling station in Watonga, LIVESTREAM saw Nation’s National Attorney said. “I would like to end by Oklahoma, and grown it to be- during the presidency of Wood- thanking the Chickasaw Nation come one of the most successful row Wilson. Mr. Bond served as for being the wind at my back, enterprises of its kind. Begins at 10 a.m. president of the Oklahoma State the wind at my family’s back and “While achieving that success, Election Board and Special Justice the wind that is carrying our en- Tom and his wife have dedicat- of the Supreme Court of Okla- tire community to new heights.” ed themselves to philanthropic homa. In 1934, he was appointed causes, supporting numerous lo- CHICKASAW.NET/VETCONF chairman of the Oklahoma Cor- Hiawatha Thompson Estes cal and national charities. They poration Commission where his have also raised more than $30 leadership helped guide and pro- (1918 – 2003) million for children’s medical re- tect Oklahoma’s oil industry for Mr. Estes was an architect and search.” Bill Anoatubby, 20 years. founder of the Nationwide House “The same qualities that de- “Reford Bond served both the Plan Book Company, later known fine Love’s Travel Stops define Governor Chickasaw Nation and the state of as Hiawatha Estes and Associ- the Chickasaw Nation,” Mr. Love Oklahoma during crucial points ates. He attended the University said. “Since Removal to the west, 4 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019 Lisa Billy confirmed as Oklahoma Secretary of Native American Affairs

busily addressing with a compre- brought to her new position was “I was in my twenties and stay- “She said, ‘For the House of hensive 39-tribe listening tour. built-in ties with tribal leaders ing home with my first son,” Mrs. Representatives.’ She literally “I’m meeting with the tribes,” with whom she has already vis- Billy said. “In those days you would not let me say no.” Mrs. Billy said. “That’s the first ited. would literally get in line and Rep. Billy became the first goal, just to meet with every “I either have a relative there or they would give you your com- woman, first Republican and tribe in the state and listen to they knew my dad or my mom or modities off the back of a ware- first Native American to repre- what their needs are. From there family or my husband,” she said. house truck, and I remember sent House District 42. Later she we will formulate what that next “There’s been some kind of con- thinking, ‘does it have to be this also served as House assistant step would look like. nection so far that has been very way?’” whip, assistant floor leader and “I’m in the process of calling helpful.” The end result was construc- House majority floor leader. She them and attending meetings Mrs. Billy credits Governor Bill tion of the regional clinic in Pur- also founded the first Oklahoma and events. I’ve been all over the Anoatubby with encouraging her cell, Okla. Native American caucus at the state,” she said. youthful ambitions to help im- It was former State Representa- state capitol and was the author Building relationships is a key prove conditions of the Chicka- tive and State Senator Helen Cole of many bills supporting Native LISA BILLY part of the agenda in her new role saw people. At the time, she said, who coaxed her into running for American culture and related is- as liaison between the tribes and she wasn’t sure what form that a seat in Oklahoma’s House of sues. Chickasaw Legislator Lisa Billy the state’s chief executive. might take. Representatives. Mrs. Billy and husband Phillip won unanimous Oklahoma Sen- “I make sure we establish excel- “I went into Governor Anoatub- “I had met Helen when I served live in Purcell. They have three ate approval in April to become lent relationships between Gov. by’s office and he said, ‘Well, Lisa, on the Chickasaw Legislature and children ages 25, 22 and 17. Oklahoma’s first Secretary of Stitt and every tribe,” she said. what do you want to do?’” we became friends,” Mrs. Billy Mrs. Billy said her husband and Native American Affairs, a new “Gov. Stitt is very supportive. He At the time, she was work- said. “She called me one day to children have always encouraged cabinet level position created by knows that tribes are sovereign ing with youth, an effort Gov. tell me my district’s state repre- her in her political life. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt. nations and aren’t going any- Anoatubby supported. Later, he sentative was term-limited and “It was hard, really hard, some- It is a challenge the former where.” encouraged her in her desire to she wanted me to run. times,” she said. “I’m really grate- State Representative is already She said one advantage she serve as Chickasaw legislator. “I said, ‘run for what?’ ful for them.”

Stacy Edgar appointed Chickasaw Employment Access Executive Officer

ecutive Officer of Chickasaw Em- University. career guidance and partnership cess truly enhances the overall ployment Access. This year marks the 19th year development. quality of life of the Chickasaw “Stacy Edgar understands that Mr. Edgar has been employed Adult training includes career people by preparing them to join offering opportunities for mean- with the Chickasaw Nation. development services, career en- the workforce,” Mr. Edgar said. ingful employment is an essential He started his career as an hancement and the Chickasaw Mr. Edgar said his goal for element of our mission,” Gover- activities and recreation coordi- Institute – teaching vocational Chickasaw Employment Access nor Anoatubby said. “His expe- nator at Carter Seminary in Ar- skills to Chickasaw citizens. Em- was to continue assisting Chick- rience has prepared him well to dmore in 2000, and worked in ployment opportunities includes asaw citizens in all areas of pre- offer guidance on education and several Chickasaw Nation educa- vocational rehabilitation, the re- employment training and strive career development.” tion positions from 2002-2005. He entry transitional employment to connect them with employ- “It is a true honor to be ap- served as special assistant to the program and the day training ment opportunities. pointed to this position by Gover- administrator of Education from program. Career guidance in- “Our division is here to help nor Anoatubby,” Mr. Edgar said. “I 2005-2012 and as Career Devel- cludes Toksali SMART (Success- Chickasaw citizens,” he said. “It truly love working for the Chicka- opment Services Director from ful Mindsets with Attitude and is not only about overcoming saw Nation.” 2013-2018. Readiness for Tomorrow) and the barriers to employment now, but STACY EDGAR A native of Stringtown, Okla., Mr. Edgar’s decision to work for School-to-Work program. Partner- it is also about pre-employment and graduate of East Central Uni- the Chickasaw Nation was influ- ship development includes client skills training and advocacy for ADA, Okla. – Governor Bill Ano- versity, Mr. Edgar was raised by enced by his wife, Melissa, who services (which is the intake por- all Chickasaws who are seeking atubby has appointed Chickasaw educators. His mother, Alberta, was a tribal Health Systems em- tion of the entire division), place- gainful employment.” citizen and education profes- taught grade school and special ployee at the time. She now serves ment opportunities and career Mr. and Mrs. Edgar have been sional Stacy Edgar to a leadership education in Stringtown, and his as Executive Officer of Project De- services, which offers Chickasaw married 19 years. The couple has position in the Chickasaw Nation father, Chris, was an alternative velopment and Review. citizens assistance in resume two daughters, Cooper and Kar- Department of Community Ser- school director in Atoka, Okla. Chickasaw Employment Access building, interviewing skills and son. vices. Mr. Edgar earned his bachelor’s serves in four areas: adult train- pre-employment advocacy. Mr. Edgar is an avid golfer and Mr. Edgar will now serve as Ex- degree in 2000 at East Central ing, employment opportunities, “Chickasaw Employment Ac- outdoorsman.

Kyle Key appointed Executive Officer of Self-Governance at Chickasaw Nation

mitment to the Chickasaw people support for the Chickasaw Na- Nation Department of Commerce. it takes all of us working togeth- have helped prepare him for this tion’s initial self-ban process as He led more than 1,200 employ- er to continue to advance tribal important work.” it pertained to the tribal-state ees in the protection of gaming sovereignty and I would be re- In his new role, Mr. Key will gaming compact. He was respon- and retail facilities. Mr. Key was miss if I did not thank all of the continue to build and maintain sible for investigating gaming fa- responsible for multiple budgets great leaders and coworkers that professional working relation- cilities’ patrons and employees, while overseeing the departments have shared this journey with ships between the Chickasaw Na- if needed. Mr. Key also developed within loss prevention. me. Through these relationships tion and federal and state agen- standard operating procedures, Mr. Key became senior man- I have developed a great under- cies, advocating on issues con- supporting regulations and op- agement within the Chickasaw standing of perseverance and ser- cerning tribal sovereignty and erating guidelines for electronic Nation when he was appointed vant leadership. It is humbling to self-governance. games, off-track betting and oth- director of protective services be recognized in this way.” “Self-governance has been so er issues related to tribal gaming in 2013. Tasked with updating Mr. Key earned a bachelor’s de- significant to the Chickasaw Na- and commerce. policies and procedures, he suc- gree in international studies from tion by providing us an opportu- In 2006, Mr. Key became a chief cessfully led protective services the University of Oklahoma with nity to better meet the needs of field investigator within the office through a revamping of report minors in French, history and our tribal citizens,” Mr. Key said. of the gaming commissioner. Mr. writing systems, as well as ap- political science. As a founding KYLE KEY “It is an honor to be appointed to Key was instrumental in support- proved new training procedures member of the American Gam- this position by Governor Anoa- ing gaming operations within and a new operating manual for ing Association’s Security and Governor Bill Anoatubby has tubby. As an employee of the the Chickasaw Nation, includ- the security team. Mr. Key played Surveillance Workgroup Advisory appointed Kyle Key, a Chickasaw Chickasaw Nation, I am dedicat- ing determining early regulatory a vital role in fostering the rela- Panel, Mr. Key helps to coordinate citizen, Chickasaw Nation execu- ed to strengthening its mission procedures dealing with poker, tionship between protective ser- security efforts within gaming tive officer of Self-governance. by advancing and expanding blackjack and Class III gaming vices and the Lighthorse Police enterprises nationwide. Within “Kyle Key has developed expan- the provisions of tribal self-gov- machines. Additionally, Mr. Key Department. the Chickasaw Nation, Mr. Key sive knowledge and insight into ernance and look forward to the was involved in creating the ini- “My experiences with tribal participated in the development the important role of self-gover- opportunities that lie ahead.” tial procedures used for the office government within the fields of of the emergency management nance and government-to-govern- Mr. Key began his career within of the gaming commissioner. regulatory compliance, protective department. He is a member of ment relationships in our efforts the Chickasaw Nation in 2005 as Shifting into loss prevention/ services, emergency management the Chickasaw Nation Public Safe- to serve the Chickasaw people,” a field investigator at the office protective services, Mr. Key would and employee development have ty Workgroup. Governor Anoatubby said. “Kyle’s of the gaming commissioner. become senior manager of loss brought me to where I am today” extensive experience and com- He helped establish and provide prevention within the Chickasaw Mr. Key said. “I have learned that

Christopher Phillips appointed Executive Officer of Procurement at Chickasaw Nation

“Christopher Phillips appreci- vide these services across the en- ing them, what we do well, how ford, Okla. He earned a bachelor’s ates the vital role his team plays tire Nation.” they think we can improve our degree in business administra- in stewardship of our resources,” Part of Procurement’s respon- service, and any opportunities to tion with a concentration in fi- Governor Anoatubby said. “He sibility involves securing the best provide additional services,” he nance in 2006. In 2009 he gradu- understands that effective man- prices and contract terms avail- said. “It will be good to get out ated cum laude from Florida State agement of tribal resources is a able. and demonstrate to them what University College of Law, and vital part of our mission to en- “We want to be sure that we procurement can do as well as from East Central University in hance the quality of life of the have the processes in place to en- learn what we need improvement 2018 with a master’s degree in Ac- Chickasaw people.” sure we are being the best stew- on so we can focus on improving counting. He earned Outstanding Mr. Phillips will oversee mate- ards of the Nation’s resources our customer service. Student honors at East Central. rials and inventory management, possible,” Mr. Phillips said. “I’m just incredibly humbled Prior to joining the Nation, Mr. purchasing, contracts manage- Mr. Phillips began his service to by and appreciative of the oppor- Phillips was a credit analyst/ac- ment and supply chain technol- the Chickasaw Nation in 2009 as tunity Gov. Anoatubby has given count executive with Dominion ogy groups for the Nation. assistant general counsel in the me. I look forward to being able Business Finance, LLC in Tampa, “We are responsible for pur- Department of Commerce. As Ex- to join a really good team. Every- Florida from 2006-2007. In 2008 – chasing everything from office ecutive Officer or Procurement, one is very passionate and excited 2009 he interned with Young Van CHRISTOPHER PHILLIPS supplies to construction materi- he will invest at least a portion of about carrying out the mission of Assenderp, P.A., in Tallahassee, ADA, Okla. - Christopher Phil- als, to information technology his time visiting the Nation’s dif- the Chickasaw Nation. I look for- Florida. lips has been appointed Execu- hardware, vehicles and more, as ferent facilities. ward to the opportunity to serve Mr. Phillips and his wife, Krys- tive Officer of Procurement at the well as asset management and “I’ll be traveling to all of our the Nation and our citizens in a tina, live in Fittstown, Okla., with Chickasaw Nation Department of supply chain technology solu- locations, getting to know folks new role.” their two children, Callan and Commerce. tions,” Mr. Phillips said. “We pro- so we can look at how we’re serv- Mr. Phillips is a native of Strat- Esther. May 2019 CHICKASAW TIMES 5 Phillip Cravatt appointed Director of Environmental Services at Chickasaw Nation

years,” Governor Anoatubby said. feedback. He also maintained the and Purcell Wellness Center. and disaster preparedness. “His skills and his commitment equipment and facilities used by Before joining the Chickasaw Mr. Cravatt is an active mem- to preserve the environment for his staff, including implement- Nation, Mr. Cravatt served as di- ber of the community. He serves future generations make him ing schedules for preventative rector of environmental services on the Ada Junior High Science, well-suited to serve the Chicka- maintenance and implementing for the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma. Technology and Math Commit- saw people in this role.” energy efficiency and water con- As director, he oversaw federal tee, the Ada Recycling Coalition Mr. Cravatt, a Chickasaw citi- servation projects within them. grants directed at improving the Board and the Chickasaw Nation zen, began his career within the “It is an honor to have the op- environment of Iowa tribal lands, Environmental Action committee. Chickasaw Nation in 2014 as the portunity serve our people and as well as an eagle aviary and He helped build a coalition that section head of Property Mainte- programs,” Mr. Cravatt said. “Pre- bison program. Other grants in- included the City of Ada, Chicka- nance. In this capacity, he man- serving our natural resources is cluded the Environmental Protec- saw Nation Environmental Action aged landscaping projects, the a part of our cultural identity tion Agency (EPA) Water Pollution Committee, Ada Public Schools Chickasaw Sod Farm and the and we have a duty to preserve grant, General Assistance Pro- and the Ada Recycling Coalition Chickasaw Garden programs. He our Nation’s natural resources gram grant and Outdoor/indoor to start recycling programs at developed and maintained oper- entrusted to us. Together we can Air Monitoring, among others. Ada Junior High and Ada High PHILLIP CRAVATT ating budgets for the programs to carry on conservation traditions An alumnus of Oklahoma State School. ADA, Okla. – Governor Bill ensure respective responsibilities that our ancestors practiced and University, Mr. Cravatt earned a With a passion for recycling, Mr. Anoatubby has appointed Phillip were carried out in the most cost implement new practices for our bachelor’s degree in zoology and Cravatt has overseen and volun- Cravatt Director of Environmen- effective ways. future generations.” a master’s degree in environmen- teered for nearly 30 Chickasaw tal Services within the Chickasaw As section head, Mr. Cravatt’s Mr. Cravatt’s staff oversees the tal science. He also has a number Nation recycling events that have Nation Department of Communi- duties also included staffing po- openings and groundbreakings of environmental certifications taken place since 2015. He was ty Services. sitions within the programs un- of many Chickasaw Nation prop- from the federal and state govern- recently invited to present at the “Phillip Cravatt has demon- der his supervision. He developed erties, including the Ardmore ments. These include the areas Oklahoma Recycling Conference strated a commitment to steward- his team’s skills through train- Child Development Center, Okla- of water and waste management, where he spoke regarding the ship of our natural resources for ing, coaching and interpersonal homa City Community Center recycling, firefighting techniques challenges of rural recycling. Trevan Jimboy appointed Director of Youth Activities at Chickasaw Nation

ployee of the Chickasaw Nation. “I am looking forward to work- tle on the basketball court,’” he cer where he participates in a Prior to promotion, he served as ing with children,” Mr. Jimboy said. “I want to bring that same Norman Youth Soccer Organiza- manager of Facility Services. said. “Being able to come in and type of mentoring to my new po- tion. Twin daughters Parker and “Trevan Jimboy understands make a difference in the lives of sition.” Abigail round out the Chickasaw that engaging young people in Chickasaw children is what at- Mr. Jimboy has been putting family. They are 15 months old positive activities and offering tracted me to the position. The coaching and mentoring to work and are not active in sports … positive role models is vital to Nation is in a unique setting to in his own family. “yet,” Mr. Jimboy proclaimed with their growth and development,” help youth, to build and encour- He and wife, Rachel, have five a laugh. Governor Anoatubby said. “His age athletics and build involved children, and most are involved The family is large, and Rachel experience and commitment to citizens within our respective in extracurricular activities. is “Wonder Woman” in the eyes of Chickasaw youth make him a communities.” Byng High School senior Mi- her husband. Mrs. Jimboy works great fit for this position.” During discussions with Gov. kaela is a 17-year-old speech and full time for the Nation as man- Mr. Jimboy will manage many Anoatubby about the position, drama aficionado who will attend ager of Sick Child Care. She is a of the youth camps sponsored Mr. Jimboy said he related how East Central University in Ada to registered nurse and has been by the Chickasaw Nation. Youth coaches encouraged him and study mass communications. an employee of the Nation for a TREVAN JIMBOY camps are hosted by several de- helped develop his abilities MacKenzie, a 14-year-old Byng decade. ADA, Okla. – Governor Bill Ano- partments throughout the Na- through mentoring and coaching. freshman, is active on the bas- atubby has named Trevan Jimboy tion, and the bulk of the specialty “It meant a lot to me as a stu- ketball team. Titus, a 6-year-old tribal Director of Youth Activities. camps – such as “Camp Survivor” dent when coaches would say Homer Elementary student is Mr. Jimboy is a nine-year em- – will be under his management. ‘that was a great hit’ or ‘good hus- active in basketball and in soc- Jennie Mosley appointed Director of Chickasaw Nation Real Estate Services

purchases, and transfer to trust tion as a personnel clerk in the your land,” Mrs. Mosely recalls. vailed in a case where a farmer status of property. Also, the de- human relations department. She “Landownership is how Native planted cotton on her allotment partment works extensively with continued her studies and gradu- Americans really protect and pre- land but paid no fee. At the time, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) ated with a business management serve sovereignty, as well as their her grandmother was a minor. with land ownership and legisla- degree. cultural identity. If you own the Her guardian was with her every tive updates. “If it wasn’t for the Chickasaw land, people can’t tell you what step of the way. She won the case “Jennie Mosely understands the Nation, I am not sure I could have to do with it. My parents always before the Oklahoma Supreme vital role land ownership plays in earned my degree,” Mrs. Mosely told me to do right by our Native Court in 1915. the lives of the Chickasaw people said. “What the Chickasaw Nation people.” Mrs. Mosely and her husband, and the progress of the Chicka- provides to students are opportu- The opportunity to join the Palmer, are the parents of four saw Nation,” Governor Anoatubby nities for the future.” Chickasaw Nation allowed Ms. children. They are Palmer Mosely said. “Her education and experi- After graduating in 2000, Mrs. Mosely to help her tribe. IV, 19; Ethan Lovell, 16; Grayson ence have prepared her to help Mosely spent 15 years working “It was important for me to give Mosely, 6; and Maverick Mosely, ensure land ownership continues for the BIA in the real estate ser- back, and it was personal, too,” 5. Mr. Mosely also is employed to benefit the Chickasaw people vices division. she said. “My heart has always by the Chickasaw Nation as Un- JENNIE MOSLEY for generations to come.” It was at the BIA, thanks to sage been in real estate services. Pro- dersecretary of Self-Governance Real Estate Services also man- advice from her Kiowa-Comanche tecting your land base makes it under the Department of Interior ADA, Okla. - Governor Bill ages commercial leasing for all father, Guy Ware, and Chickasaw possible to continue as a strong Services. Anoatubby has appointed Jennie Chickasaw Nation departments mother, Kathy, that Mrs. Mosely tribe and to create economic “I feel very honored Governor Mosely director of Chickasaw Na- in addition to property purchas- understood landownership is key development to ensure a viable Anoatubby and Secretary Scrib- tion Real Estate Services. es. Mrs. Mosely directs a staff of to “sovereignty.” The Ware’s cat- future for our children and citi- ner have trusted me with this Mrs. Mosely, a Chickasaw citi- seven in an office she describes tle business was near Anadarko, zens.” area,” Mrs. Mosely said. “It is such zen, manages all operations over as “incredibly busy.” where Mr. Ware still holds title to The personal aspect is from a an important factor for our tribe.” the Chickasaw Nation’s land While attending East Central his family’s trust allotments. fascinating 1911 lawsuit between base, including oil and gas leas- University, she landed a part- “I was raised and immersed her great-great Chickasaw grand- es, farming and grazing, land time job with the Chickasaw Na- in the importance of protecting mother, Ida Anoatubby, who pre- Angela Wrublewski appointed Director of Supportive Programs provide opportunities to Chicka- proud of the fact that Supportive said. ing time with family and is an ac- saw students of all ages.” Programs helps all age ranges Ms. Wrublewski looks forward tive in volunteer for her sorority, Ms. Wrublewski has earned a and, “that is what is unique about to sparking an interest in the Alpha Gamma Delta. As a prop- master’s degree in administra- supportive programs. We can fields of science, technology, en- erty adviser for the OU chapter, tive leadership and bachelor’s benefit in a number of ways.” gineering and math (STEM). she enjoys advising the college degree in zoology from the Uni- Her mindset going into this po- “There is a shortage of employ- members. versity of Oklahoma. She also has sition is to create a strong team to ees in STEM fields,” she said. “If “Having the opportunity to an associates degree in veterinary better serve Chickasaws. She said we can do anything to spark an mentor and work with college- technology from Oklahoma State she was filled with a great sense interest from our youngest citi- aged women is fulfilling in so University. of pride when she was appointed. zens in those fields that will help many ways, and certainly keeps She has previously served as an “I look to Governor as an ex- in the future.” you on your toes,” she said. adjunct professor at Oklahoma ample of servant leadership,” she Ms. Wrublewski enjoys spend- State. Ms. Wrublewski initially worked as an administrative assistant in the Head Start program. She later ANGELA WRUBLEWSKI served in Education as an execu- Chris Wesberry named Director ADA, Okla. – Governor Bill tive assistant, and later a senior Anoatubby has appointed Angela project manager. Wrublewski Director of Support- Ms. Wrublewski said she was of Chickasaw Nation Adult Training ive Programs. Ms. Wrublewski, a excited and honored to now be Chickasaw citizen, has served the appointed director. She will work ADA, Okla. - Governor Bill Ano- a doctorate in higher education Chickasaw Nation for seven years. with other agencies to adminis- atubby has appointed Chris Wes- leadership from Northcentral In her new role, she is responsi- ter education programs in public berry Director of Adult Training University. ble for providing administrative schools. Johnson-O’Malley and within the Chickasaw Nation De- “I am honored to have been ap- direction, planning, evaluation, the Native Youth Community Pro- partment of Community Services. pointed by Governor Anoatubby budgeting and supervision for gram are programs that help stu- “Chris Wesberry understands to serve Chickasaw citizens from programs supporting education dents in areas including tuition the vital role education and train- this position,” Mr. Wesberry said. efforts. reimbursement and tutoring. The ing play in the success of individ- “We have the opportunity to serve “Angela Wrublewski under- Oklahoma native is looking for- ual Chickasaws and the Chicka- citizens every day and do that in stands the essential role educa- ward to supporting citizens and saw Nation as a whole,” Governor a way that improves lives. We are tion plays to the growth and de- sparking an interest in lifelong Anoatubby said. “His extensive here to help.” velopment of individual Chicka- learning. experience in the field of educa- Mr. Wesberry now oversees saws and the Chickasaw Nation,” “Education really does help our tion helps him better understand three career training service Governor Anoatubby said. “Her citizens to go further in whatev- the needs of adult students to- branches: the Chickasaw Insti- education, experience and skills er they choose to do in life,” Ms. day.” have prepared her well to help Wrublewski said. She is especially CHRIS WESBERRY In 2017, Mr. Wesberry earned SEE WESBERRY, PAGE 7 6 CHICKASAW TIMES News From Your Legislators May 2019 Toksali SMART, Camps and Academies offer This year marks the 15th anniversary of Building up, nurturing our children reflected great summer opportunities for youth our special Chickasaw Children’s Village in operation of Chickasaw Children’s Village

hokma! hokma, chinchokma, Hello, how are you? ello Chickasaw Citizens, Greetings from the Tishomingo District! Congratulations to all of our graduates! The end of another school year is As the school year comes to a close and It’s always fun to see our tiny Headstart fast approaching, and summer is just summer break begins, many of our young graduates as they put on their robes and around the corner. Are you looking for people will learn valuable skills and expe- mortarboard hats and walk across the something to keep your children busy rienceC through our youth employment and internship stageC to get their Certificates of Graduation. It’s only the duringH the “dog days of summer?” The Chickasaw Na- programs and camps, academies and clinics. beginning for them. tion has over 30 camps for children to take part in. The Chickasaw Nation Toksali SMART (Successful However, with the support and help of the Chickasaw As citizens, we are so blessed to have funded pro- Mindsets with Attitude and Readi- Nation, no dream is too big! grams that focus on the young ness for Tomorrow) program is I often tell our young people, and elderly. Governor Anoatubby designed to benefit our youth, ages when I travel to our Community stresses the importance of our 14 to 21. Formerly known as the Councils and Connection Groups youth learning and participating Summer Youth program, it has around the United States, to get in our rich culture and therefore been available for Chickasaw youth their education and then come makes these camps easily accessi- for more than a quarter decade back and work for the Chickasaw ble. If you will go to the Chickasaw and has led many Chickasaws to a Nation. Our young people are our Nation website, there is a link that successful career path. future leaders, and we want our will direct you to the camps, clin- In FY 2018, more than 570 of our Nation to continue to prosper and ics and academies and when they young people spent summer break provide jobs and opportunities for are available. Please take advantage from school gaining real-world our people. of these programs. TIM work experience and learning the NANCY This year marks a milestone in CONNIE I recently attended the 15th virtues of dependability and com- my family as my first grandchild BARKER Anniversary of the Chickasaw COLBERT mitment by participating in this ELLIOTT will graduate from high school this Children’s Village in Kingston program, according to the 2018 year. Where have the years gone? Oklahoma and was amazed at the Annual Report. We marked a milestone in the beautiful facility for the 80 chil- Chickasaw Many of these students worked Chickasaw Chickasaw Nation this year as we Chickasaw dren that live there. The children Tribal in Chickasaw Nation facilities, Tribal celebrated the 15th Anniversary of Tribal gave us a tour of the facility, the while others worked in local com- the Chickasaw Children’s Village, place they call home. I was so im- Legislature munities, providing small busi- Legislature located near Kingston, OK. The Legislature pressed with the family units that nesses additional staff at no cost Children’s Village was established are set up groups of 8 children to the business. The program is in 2004, on 160 beautiful acres and a couple that are the house designed to match the youths’ interest with a preferred near Lake Texoma in southern Oklahoma, “to provide parents. A young girl there showed me a bedroom that career path and offers our youth real-world work ex- Native American children with opportunities for social, she shared with her little sister and was excited to show perience, job shadowing, leadership opportunities and spiritual and personal development through profession- me the art work she had displayed on her walls but mentoring. al guidance in a safe, nurturing environment with an warned me not to go into her brother’s room because it Many Chickasaw college students from around the emphasis placed on educational needs.” Students come was messy. These homes are full of love and family con- country have an opportunity to participate in the Chick- from all over the United States and are there for differ- nections and to see all the children smiling and having asaw Nation Internship Program during the summer. ent reasons. Some of the students may have family con- fun was overwhelming. They attend school at Kingston College students gain valuable employment experience nections to the boarding schools of the past, and some Public Schools, have show animals for FFA projects, join through this program. These students are provided an students may come seeking more opportunities. All of the 4-H clubs and live the life of any normal child. I saw opportunity to serve locally or in other locations. the students are willingly there by the families’ choice. them playing on the playground and some were riding A vast selection of Chickasaw camps, academies and The campus is beautiful. Students live in family style their bikes. clinics are also an option for Chickasaw youth during cottages with married house parents, who provide guid- I have to brag on the staff that work there. These the summer months. These activities provide our youth ance and love. Students have access to a library, com- couples are responsible for taking care of approximately an excellent opportunity to learn more about science, puter lab, agriculture education and recreational areas. 80 children, getting them ready for school each morn- the arts, Chickasaw language and culture and a variety They attend public school and are encouraged to par- ing, helping them with school work, cooking for them of sports during their break from studies. ticipate in extra- curricular activities, including sports, and taking care of their every need including minor By providing important programs such as Camps and band, vocational agriculture, etc. On campus activities health issues. These house parents are so caring and Academies, a summer employment program and an may include academic opportunities, sports, and cultur- have enormous patience to fulfill the need that these Internship program, Chickasaw students of all ages are ally relevant activities. children have. able to apply the knowledge they gain and learn dur- Students are also required to spend at least one hour a During the celebration we were entertained by a small ing the summer months when they return to class and day with a tutor, to ensure they do well in their studies. group of children who were perfecting their perfor- retain these values as they step into the future. It was my pleasure to visit the Children’s Village during mance for a cultural competition, speaking in our native Values and qualities such as leadership, discipline, the 15th Anniversary celebration and witness the loving, language and showing their talents in stomp dance. respect, teamwork and a strong work ethic can translate family atmosphere first hand. Congratulations to all of Governor Anoatubby reminded the children that they to academic success and lead to brighter futures for our those workers, who make it a special place! are loved and supported by the entire Chickasaw Nation youth. There are so many activities during the next few and as the next generation of Chickasaw citizens, they Working with Gov. Anoatubby’s vision to provide the months, so be sure to check the calendar at the website. were the future of the Chickasaw Nation. foundation of opportunity for our youth, we strengthen This is a great time to get out and visit the Chickasaw When I left there that day, my heart was so full of the Chickasaw Nation’s future and enhance the overall White House, the Cultural Center, and our museums. gratitude to Governor Anoatubby, Jay Keel and his quality of life of all Chickasaw people. Young people are Oklahoma is beautiful this time of year and a great time department and those staff members for making the the future leaders in both the Chickasaw Nation and in to visit from other states. Chickasaw Children’s Village a safe and loving home for our world. One of the best Native American Art Shows will be 80 children, so that they may have a bright and shining For additional information on these programs, visit held on May 25 in Sulphur, OK. Hope to see everyone future. Chickasaw.net. there! Please let me know if I can help you in any way. God bless you and thank you for allowing me to serve As always, thank you for allowing me to serve as your Chipisala cho anowa, Until I see you again, you! representative on the Chickasaw legislature. It is a privi- Nancy Connie Barker, Pickens District Seat 2 lege and an honor to serve you. Pontotoc District Seat 2 Please feel free to contact me with any questions or [email protected] concerns. (580) 399-4374 Chokma’shki, Tim Colbert [email protected] Loom beading class, June 8 in Tishomingo (580) 421-7242 Ada Senior Center Gift Shop TISHOMINGO, Okla. - The Chickasaw Nation will offer a The gift shop is located inside the Chickasaw Nation loom beading class from 1-3 p.m., Saturday, June 8 at the Training offered at Gilcrease Museum Ada Senior Center at 1005 Chamber Loop Road, in Ada. Chickasaw National Capitol, 411 W. 9th Street in Tishom- The Gilcrease Museum at Tulsa, Okla., is starting train- Hours of Operation: ingo. ing for a new class of volunteers beginning September Monday through Friday The class is free and open to the public. Registration is 2019. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. required and seats are limited. The Gilcrease Museum volunteer organization is called Call (580) 436-1007 for more information. For more information, or to register, call (580) 371-9835. the Gillies. Volunteers may serve in multiple positions such as greeter, assisting in the Museum Store, serving as garden guides and behind-the-scenes positions in departments 2018-2019 Tribal Legislature such as anthropology, archives, digital curation, and the museum development office. Following is a list of the Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislators including their address and phone numbers. If you For more information, contact Donna Gainey, volunteer have any questions or need any information, please contact the legislator in your area. services coordinator, at (918) 596-2782 or donna-gainey@ Pontotoc District Pickens District Tishomingo District utulsa.edu.Chickasaw Nation - TSMS Count of Voters by District Seat # Seat # Seat # Voting District: Panola, Pickens, Pontotoc, Tishomingo 1. Toby Perkins 1. David Woerz 1. Scott Wood Voting District Count 15810 CR 1569 P.O. Box 669 101 West Main Street Count of VotersPanola 2,429 by District Pickens 10,257 Ada, OK 74820 Ardmore, OK 73402 Tishomingo, OK 73450 Pontotoc 16,473 Panola 2,429Tishomingo Pontotoc6,911 16,473 (580) 399-2606 (580) 235-3240 (580) 221-1430 Pickens 10,257 Total Tishomingo36,070 6,911 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

36,070 2. Nancy Elliott 2. Connie Barker 2. Tim Colbert Count of Voters by District 620 Ann 509 SW 7th Ave. P.O. Box 773 Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Sulphur, OK 73086 (580) 399-4374 (580) 272-4175 (580) 421-7242 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

3. J. Lisa Impson 3. Linda Briggs 3. Steven Woods P.O. Box 2669 P.O. Box 241 5071 Gray’s Road Update your address before storm season Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Davis, OK 73030 (580) 235-3185 (580) 272-7268 (580) 272-7270 The Chickasaw Nation Disaster Relief and Recovery [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Program encourages Chickasaw citizens and employ- ees to update their addresses before severe storm sea- 4. Karen Goodnight 4. Shana Tate Hammond Panola District son. P.O. Box 759 801 North Mississippi Seat # The Disaster Relief and Recovery Program offers Washington, OK 73093 Ada, Oklahoma, 74820 1. Beth Alexander resources and support to Chickasaw citizens and em- (580) 235-2654 (580) 235-1438 Box 246 ployees affected by natural disasters. [email protected] [email protected] Achille, OK 74720 Citizens4/22/2019 5:14 PM can update their address at Chickasaw.net/1 of 1 (580) 272-7850 address. Employees may contact Human Resources to 5. Lisa J. Billy [email protected] update address information. 19259 150th Street [email protected] For more information about disaster relief and re- Lindsay, OK 73052 covery, call (855) 389-1740 or email DisasterRelief@ (580)399-7083 Chickasaw.net. [email protected] May 2019 News From Your Legislators CHICKASAW TIMES 7 Artist Dustin Mater visits North Chickasaws of the past, and of today, Medical Center Emergency Department Texas Chickasaw Community Council learn from challenge, build on success renovations add triage rooms, more ADA, Okla. – Renovations to the Chickasaw Nation Medi- cal Center Emergency Department are scheduled to con- he north Texas Chickasaw Community ood morning and best wishes from the clude this month, adding more rooms and a streamlined council meets monthly at the Bedford Boys Chickasaw Nation Pickens District! check-in process for patients. Ranch located on Forest Ridge Drive in I was thinking recently what a huge Renovations include two new triage rooms, an emer- Bedford, Texas. At their last meeting, Mr. blessing it is to live in today’s Chickasaw gency and virtual visit room and an electronic check-in Dustin Mater was the guest speaker. He Nation. Our “new” homeland has been station. The renovations began September 2018 and are sharedT on the origins of ancestral designs of gorgets. developedG into an inviting, generous and dynamic place. expected to be completed by the end of May. These up- (Gorgets are traditional shell, bone, or stone necklaces) It’s a place people want to come to to work and live and dates will allow emergency department (ED) staff to treat In his spare time, Dustin designs and creates beauti- raise families. We are greatly blessed! more patients in a timely manner. ful gorgets and other culturally Of course, it wasn’t like that 180 By the end of May, those arriving at the ED will sign in related artwork. Currently, one years ago following the removal of at a kiosk located to the left of the ED entrance. A second, handicap-accessible kiosk will also be available. Patients of his shell carvings is housed at our ancestors from our Southeast- enter their name, date of birth and reason for their visit the Smithsonian. This particular ern homelands to this new place. on the touch screen to sign in. A trained paramedic will be piece commemorates Commander It was raw and rugged and often stationed near the kiosks at all times to assist with sign- John Herrington as the first Native forbidding. Chickasaws were really in and answer questions. The kiosks are the first touch American astronaut. Thank you to “starting over” and building new screens available for check in at the Chickasaw Nation Dustin for sharing his work with foundations for just about every Medical Center. the group. The Council is in the facet of their individual and tribal After signing in, patents will wait to be called to one of process of planning their spring lives. the new triage rooms to see a nurse and complete regis- picnic and has set the date for And they made it! They carved tration. They will then return to the waiting area where Saturday, May 11th. The event will out their territory, ratified a new they will be called to either urgent care or the emergency BETH be held at the grounds of the Boys LINDA constitution and got on about the room (ER), depending on their medical need. Urgent care, an ED component, is available Monday through Friday un- Ranch Activity Center. All Chicka- business of operating a govern- ALEXANDER BRIGGS til 10 p.m., for patients with less serious health concerns saws and their families are invited ment and caring for the people. like colds and viruses. The ER handles patients with more to attend. For more information, There were plenty of big chal- serious injuries or illnesses. These streamlined processes contact Sandra Williams at (817) Chickasaw lenges ahead. Allotment, Okla- are part of the Chickasaw Nation’s continuous efforts to Chickasaw 688-6566. homa statehood, the attempts at provide an outstanding patient experience. Tribal It is always nice to have a good Tribal dissolution of our tribe. Somehow The newly renovated virtual visit room, located in the report! I received a call from a our people stuck together and ED, is a component of the virtual visit clinic, a telemedi- Legislature Chickasaw elder who wanted to Legislature refused to give up, even during the cine clinic that gives providers the ability to consult with share about his care and treatment most trying times. patients in Oklahoma from the comfort of the patient’s during a recent medical procedure. He was very pleased I think we can learn so much from this history lesson. home. This service has been beneficial to residents in ru- with how the actual surgery went and the outstanding We are justifiably proud of those Chickasaw people who ral communities and parents with small children, espe- cially during flu season. care he received afterwards. “How thoughtful to send proceeded us in this land, and I believe we have honored For more information about the Chickasaw Nation Medi- me a card with signatures from all the staff who were them by forging ahead and refusing to give up in the cal Center, including the emergency department and vir- personally involved with my case!” He went on to say face of challenge and adversity. tual medical visits, visit Chicksasaw.net/CNMC. that the one on one interaction was a significant part of Today, we have arguably the most prosperous and CONTRIBUTED BY Aleshia Lofton, Tribal Communications his recovery. Phone calls like this are great to receive. vital tribe in the country. We are leading on so many The Chickasaw Nation is always looking for ways to fronts, and we are building on our successes. Together, enhance services for our people. Input and observations we are achieving things our ancestors could not have CONTINUED from citizens helps to improve what is currently avail- dreamed of. WESBERRY | FROM PAGE 5 able and pave the way for future developments. Please As your legislator, I work on keeping my eye on the tute, Career Development and Career Enhancement. Each don’t hesitate to share your thoughts and ideas. ball and serving Chickasaw people wherever they live. serves a different population. Don’t forget! Coming up in June is the Chickasaw Na- Chickasaws now live all over the country and overseas. The Chickasaw Institute provides certification and ca- tion Elder’s Conference, Veteran’s Conference and Tribal The fact that the Chickasaw Nation has developed into reer development opportunities to Chickasaw citizens, Elections. Your participation in Tribal events is always such a successful tribe simply means there are more often involving on-the-job training in areas such as medi- welcome. opportunities to share with Chickasaws everywhere. I cal coding, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, con- Do not let kindness and truth leave you; Bind them see my job as translating our growth, our success, our struction technology and nursing assistance. around your neck, write them on the tablet of your vitality into great opportunities for you! Career Development services provides employment heart. Proverbs 3:3 You and your family have a great life to live. Together training benefits to individuals with employment barriers, Beth Alexander with your tribe, I beleive you can achieve whatever you such as limited work histories, minor criminal charges, P.O.Box 246 set out to do in life. educational needs, or child care and transportation issues. Achille, OK. 74720 God bless you and hope to see you soon! In addition, Mr. Wesberry’s work for the Chickasaw Na- (580) 272-7850 Linda tion involves meeting training and job placement needs, as well as preparing Chickasaw citizens for future em- ployment with on-the-job training. Beaded bracelet class set for 1 p.m., May 25 He also works directly with the Career Development se- nior management team to provide optimal services and at Chickasaw National Capitol, Tishomingo assistance for employees and citizens. TISHOMINGO, Okla. - A beaded bracelet class is set for Mr. Wesberry points to his parents, who both worked 1-3 p.m., Saturday, May 25 at the Chickasaw National Capi- at Byng High School, for teaching him how to work hard tol, 411 W. 9th Street in Tishomingo. and with passion. He graduated from Byng, then moved This event is free and open to the public. Supplies will on to East Central University where he earned a bachelor’s be provided. Class size is limited. degree, master’s degree in Education from East Central For more information, call (580) 371-9835. University. Mr. Wesberry completed his doctoral dissertation titled “Cultural Competency Perceptions: American Indian/Alas- Youth Speaking Chickasaw Language Club kan Native College Students and Academic Advisors” in 2017. He earned a doctorate in higher education leadership to meet May 16 at OKC Community Center from Northcentral University. Chipota Chikashshanompoli Youth Speaking Chickasaw Mr. Wesberry has served the Chickasaw Nation since Language Club will meet Thursday, May 16, from 6-8 p.m. 1997. His professional roles have included curriculum co- at the Oklahoma City Community Center. ordinator for Chickasaw Nation Upward Bound, education Members will learn the Chickasaw language through specialist, program manager for education services, senior songs and activities. Meals will be provided at each meet- manager of the Chickasaw Institute, as well as the recent ing. appointment of adult training director. For more information, contact Clovis Hamilton at (580) Mr. Wesberry’s professional history has centered on 272-5592. education. His first job was at Carter Seminary in Ard- more, Okla. He has executed leadership and educational roles with the Choctaw Nation, East Central University and Dustin Mater recently spoke at the North Texas Chickasaw Community council monthly Medicine bags class at 10 a.m., Southeastern Oklahoma State University. meeting. As the guest speaker he shared on the origins of ancestral designs of gorgets. Whether working directly with a tribe to enhance their May 25 at Fort Washita educational endeavors, or working with a university in DURANT, Okla. - Chickasaw Nation History & Culture the area of Native American studies, Mr. Wesberry has will host a medicine bags class from 10 a.m. to noon, Sat- dedicated his career to raising Native people up through Stomp dance to be hosted Saturday, urday, May 25 at Fort Washita in Durant. academia. This class is free and open to the public. Supplies will Mr. Wesberry said his family continued to be a source of June 8 at Kullihoma; open to the public be provided. inspiration. His wife, Stacy, and children, Caley and Les, For more information, call (580) 924-6502. keep him motivated to do his best. The Chickasaw Nation Cultural Resources Department will host a stomp dance, Saturday, June 8, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kullihoma. The event is open to the public. Food and refreshments will be served. Kullihoma is located seven miles northeast of Ada on Little Basketballers Day at Ada Child Development Center State highway 1, then three miles east and one mile south. For more information, contact the Chickasaw Nation Cultural Resources Department at (580) 622-7140. Chickasaw artist Mary Ruth Barnes to lead painting classes during May, June SULPHUR, Okla. - Chickasaw Nation Arts & Humanities presents painting classes with Chickasaw artist Mary Teegan Coleman shoots a basket at the Ada Child Development Center Little Ruth Barnes. Basketballers Day. Classes are from 1-3:30 p.m., at the ARTesian Gallery & Studios in Sulphur. Enrollment fee of $10 per class includes all supplies and instruction. See below for a complete list of classes: Acrylic Workshops •May 29 •J u n e 12 •J u n e 26 Watercolor Workshops Harper Morrison is ready for her free throw at the Ada Child Development Center Myla Stovall runs the obstacles at the Ada Child Development Center Little •May 22 Little Basketballers Day. Basketballers Day. •J u n e 5 •J u n e 19 Athletes on the Latta High School basketball team took part in a day of play at the Chickasaw Nation Child Devel- For more information, contact the ARTesian Gallery & opment Center in Ada. Little would-be basketballers showed their dribbling and obstacle course skills on the indoor Studios at (580) 622-8040. playground mentored by the high school students. 8 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019

Chickasaw producer lands spot NEWS FROM LITTLE MISS CHICKASAW on staff of ‘Official Best of America’ have learned while being Little Miss Chickasaw is to always be tion’s Bedré Fine Chocolate, which Mrs. Locke said she was proud kind and help others when they aired in 2018. The show featured to be a Chickasaw citizens and need it. We helped serve food at Bedré, located in Davis, Okla., as was always happy to share with some of the events we went to part of a lineup covering Okla- others her love for her tribe. and I think it is really fun that homa and Texas. In 2000, the The youngest of her seven we get to help others. Chickasaw Nation purchased the siblings, she enjoys sharing the My favorite part about being chocolate company and gave it great outdoors with her husband Little Miss Chickasaw is hanging new life, turning the small choco- through activities such as hiking, out with the other princesses and latier into a nationally-recognized fishing and camping. traveling to different events with luxury chocolate brand. Official Best was established them. A few of the events that I Official Best features top-rated in 2007 and has produced nearly have enjoyed were Cultural Eve- attractions, destinations and 100 half-hour televised episodes. ning at the Cultural Center and points of interest in states across It has been broadcast through af- the elder’s Thanksgiving lunch America. filiates including Fox, NBC, ABC because it was our first time per- “I always had an interest in be- and CBS. 2018-2019 LITTLE MISS CHICKASAW forming on stage together. ing on TV and with video produc- The most recent season includ- JADYCE BURNS I am excited about our upcom- Hope Locke recently relocated to Phoenix, tion, but I never thought I would ed highlights from Washington, ing trip to Albuquerque, New Arizona, from Oklahoma to move forward with have the opportunity to do so,” Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Illi- Mexico, for the Gathering of Na- professional opportunities. Now, Hope works Mrs. Locke said. nois, Michigan, Georgia, Califor- Chokma! My name is Jadyce tions Powwow. I am excited to for a national television program called Official She will be sharing her life, nia, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Burns and I am your 2018-2019 watch the Miss Indian World Best of America. family and faith through her Of- Louisiana, Indiana and Florida. Little Miss Chickasaw. I am the Princess pageant and to also meet ficial Best role as an associate Episodes are available online 9-year-old daughter of Jalena other tribal princesses. Hope Locke, a Chickasaw producer. Speaking on camera, and through social media, as are Walker and in the third grade at Yakoke! citizen from Tuttle, Okla., has she will explain how and why behind-the-scenes looks show- Washington Elementary in Ada, 2018-2019 opened a new chapter in her life. she chooses the greatest places ing what it takes to produce each Okla. Little Miss Chickasaw After recently relocating to in America to feature, including show and the personalities in- The most important thing I Jadyce Burns Phoenix with her husband and some insight into her personal volved. newborn daughter, Mrs. Locke be- life. Visit OfficialBestOf.com or gan working in television produc- Official Best producers, like search for “Official Best of” on tion as a host and producer for Mrs. Locke, research the cream of Facebook and Instagram. the national entertainment pro- the crop among points of interest gram “Official Best of America.” in the U.S. They dedicate hours Highlighting the best of the following their own passions to best from coast to coast included share what they find with a na- a segment on the Chickasaw Na- tional audience.

CONTINUED 2020 CENSUS | FROM PAGE 1 According to Governor Anoa- problems “logistical obstacles.” tubby, the census is essential to “According to the 2010 census, governmental operations and roughly 26 percent of Native the allocation of funding. Americans live in ‘hard to count’ “An accurate accounting of census tracts. For instance, some Native Americans is particularly reservations are in remote loca- important because of the gov- tions and they are difficult to ac- ernment-to-government relation- cess, Governor Anoatubby said. ship,” he said. “The federal gov- “In some reservations, you ernment has treaty responsibili- do not have street names; you ties to provide certain services do not have convenient ways to (to Native Americans). Education identify households. is one; health care, housing and “It is important that we, as other services. tribes, step up and become part- “For these reasons and others, ners,” he said. “By participating, it is vital we conduct an accurate we speak for the generations of census. It is very important we Native people that preceded us all be involved in the gathering and for those yet to come. The of this important information.” funding that results from our participation will help us to con- Rural Challenges tinue to build a bright future Many tribes are isolated and in for our people. We will do our rural areas that might be over- part to ensure that every Native looked during the census count. American is counted in 2020.” Governor Anoatubby called the

Pine needle basket class, May 18 in Tishomingo TISHOMINGO, Okla. - The This event is free and open to Upcoming Events Chickasaw Council House Muse- the public. Supplies will be pro- Rabies Clinic Arts and Humanities Purcell, Okla. June 6, 2-4 p.m. um will host a pine needle basket vided. Class size is limited. May 3, 10 a.m.-noon Ada, Okla. (580) 559-0880 ARTesian Gallery & class from 1-3 p.m., Saturday, May For more information, call (580) Marshall County Com- (580) 272-5520 Studios 18 at 209 N. Fisher, Tishomingo. 371-3351. munity Center Rabies Clinic Sulphur, Okla. Kingston, Okla. Fishing Clinic May 24, 10 a.m.-noon (580) 622-8040 (580) 371-9512 May 11, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Tishomingo Area Office Inslee Fish Farm Tishomingo, Ok Native American Junior Chickasaw Foundation honors former trustees, Mother’s Day Scarves Tishomingo, Okla. (580) 371-9512 Golf Open May 4, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 (580) 272-5716 June 7 current board member with service awards p.m., 1:30-3:30 p.m. Artesian Arts Festival WinStar Golf Course The Chickasaw Foundation re- ARTesian Gallery &Stu- Rabies Clinic May 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thackerville, Okla. cently honored two former trust- dios May 15, 10 a.m.-noon Artesian Plaza (580) 272-5716 Sulphur, Okla. Landscaping Facility Sulphur, Okla. ees and a current board member (580) 622-8040 Ada, Okla. (580) 272-5520 Quillwork with Eric with years of service awards. (580) 436-7256 Smith The awards were presented Feb. Rabies Clinic Rabies Clinic June 7-8, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 7 during the Chickasaw Founda- May 7, 10 a.m.-noon Rabies Clinic May 30, 10 a.m.-noon p.m. tion Annual Meeting. Duncan Area Office May 15, 10 a.m.-noon Purcell Area Office ARTesian Gallery & Duncan, Okla. Pauls Valley Area Office Purcell, Okla. Studios (580) 371-9512 Pauls Valley, Okla (405) 527-4973 Sulphur, Okla. Jenny Trett, Chickasaw Founda- (405) 207-9883 (580) 622-8040 tion Secretary, received an award Rabies Clinic Apollo 11 50th Anniver- for five years of service as a gen- May 8, 10 a.m.-noon Book Page Crafts sary Challenge Native Youth Preventing eral member. She is the executive Murray County Expo May 15-17, 2-4 p.m. May 31 Diabetes Camp Center ARTesian Gallery and STEM Academy June 10-14 officer of internal audit for the Sulphur, Okla. Studios Ada, Okla. Camp Takatoka Chickasaw Nation. (580) 622-2888 Sulphur, Okla. (580) 272-5579 Chouteau, Okla. Please join us in thanking and (580) 622-8040 (580) 421-7711 congratulating these individuals Chickasaw Press Spring Father’s Day Ties and Former trustee Deanna Hartley who have devoted their careers Sale Grape Dumpling Cook- Handkerchiefs Calligraphy for Begin- was recognized for 19 years of and years of service to serving May 9, 4-8 p.m. ing Class June 1, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 ners service on the board. She serves the Chickasaw people and the Chickasaw Community May 16, 6-8 p.m. p.m., 1:30-3:30 p.m. June 13, 2-4 p.m. as a special judge for the Chicka- Chickasaw Foundation. Center Kullihoma ARTesian Gallery & ARTesian Gallery &Stu- saw Nation Judicial Department. The Chickasaw Foundation Ada, Okla. Allen, Okla. Studios dios works to promote the general wel- (580) 436-7282 (580) 622-7140 Sulphur, Okla. Sulphur, Okla. fare and culture of the Chickasaw (580) 622-8040 (580) 622-8040 Rabies Clinic Rabies Clinic people by supporting educational, May 10. 10 a.m.-noon May 17, 10 a.m.-noon Movie Night at Boggy Quillwork with Eric health, historical and community Madill Senior Center Panola Senior Center Depot Smith activities and programs. Madill, Okla. Colbert, Okla June 1, 7-11 p.m. June 14-15, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 If you would like to learn more (580) 371-9512 (580) 371-9512 Boggy Depot Park p.m. about the Chickasaw Foundation, Atoka, Okla. ARTesian Gallery & please visit ChicksawFoundation. Mother’s Day Tea Movie Night at Fort (580) 371-9835 Studios org. May 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Washita Sulphur, Okla. Chickasaw White House May 18, 8:30-11 p.m. Oklahoma Business (580) 622-8040 Emet, Okla. Fort Washita Week (580) 235-7343 Durant, Okla. June 2-6 Elders Conference (580) 371-9835 East Central University June 17, 1-9 p.m. Daddy and Me Mother’s Ada, Okla. WinStar Convention Tina Cooper, MD, was honored Day Paint Rabbit Run (580) 421-7711 Center for 15 years of service as a trust- May 11, 10 a.m.-noon, 1-3 May 18, 8 a.m. Thackerville, Okla. ee. Dr. Cooper is a family medi- p.m. Purcell Lake Quill Ink and Watercolor (580) 795-9790 cine physician at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center. May 2019 CHICKASAW TIMES 9 1856 Constitution outlined purpose of Chickasaw government

In June 1855, the Chickasaws, treaty system, the Chickasaw funds. After some discussion regard- they are either tailored to fit or Choctaws and the United States District Chief was the highest Even though Chickasaw lead- ing the form and substance of unique to the Chickasaw peo- entered into a treaty that ended official at the district level gov- ers were able to accomplish the Constitution, a committee ple’s expectations of their own the consolidation of the Chicka- ernment. The Chickasaw Dis- much through those government began drafting the document government. Rights enumerated saw and Choctaw nations as a trict Chief worked with the three structures, the forced consoli- which would serve as the organ- in the Chickasaw Constitution single federally recognized tribe Choctaw district chiefs as part dation of the Chickasaw Nation ic law of the Chickasaw Nation. include freedom of religion, and re-established the indepen- of the Choctaw Nation’s execu- as simply a district within the That constitution established speech and assembly, as well dent rights of self-government tive branch. Chickasaw District larger Choctaw nation was never executive, legislative and judi- freedom from unreasonable enjoyed by the Chickasaw Nation representatives were involved in an easy or acceptable system for cial departments, as well as pro- searches and seizures and rights and the Choctaw Nation as sepa- the legislative process with rep- the Chickasaw, and the Chicka- viding for separation of powers of criminal defendants, such as rate sovereign entities. resentatives of the other three saw people continued to work to among the three. A two house a speedy trial, right to counsel, While federal law and the re- districts. fully exercise their sovereignty legislative department included among others. moval treaties rendered the Chickasaw District officials through their own national gov- a Senate as well as a House of While there have been changes Chickasaw Nation a district also worked to serve the Chicka- ernment. Representatives. and amendments over the years, within the Choctaw Nation gov- saw people directly. these efforts led to the 1855 Executive power was “vested the primary purpose and basic ernment since 1837, Chickasaw One of the accomplishments of treaty. once this new treaty was in a Chief Magistrate, who shall government structure contained leaders throughout the period of the Chickasaw District govern- ratified, which occurred the fol- be styled ‘The Governor of the in that document have contin- forced consolidation continued ment was to establish a Chicka- lowing year, the Chickasaw peo- Chickasaw Nation.’” ued to serve as a guide for the to carry out many of the respon- saw school system. This school ple turned their appreciable en- Article 6 established the Su- Chickasaw Nation government sibilities the Chickasaw people system included Bloomfield ergies to the establishment of an preme Court and district courts for more than 150 years. And the expected from their national Academy for girls, the Chicka- independent Chickasaw Nation and allowed for the legislature Chickasaw Nation’s constitution government. saw Manual Labor Academy for government under a new written to establish county courts as remains the fundamental and During this period of time, boys, and the Collins Institute. constitution the people began to needed. organic law for its people and which lasted almost two de- Another achievement of the work on even as the ink on the A Bill of Rights included in Ar- the soil in which its sovereignty cades, there were several levels district level of government 1855 treaty was still drying. ticle 1 of that constitution that grows and thrives. of government operating to help was creation of the Lighthorse In August of 1856, the Chicka- declares “all political power is meet the needs of the Chickasaw mounted police force. saw people met at Good Spring inherent in the people, and all people. These included elected In 1849, the Chickasaw District on Pennington Creek in Tishom- free governments are founded INTER-TRIBAL officials of the Chickasaw Dis- Government passed an act creat- ingo, which they had established on their authority, and instituted CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 trict and the Chickasaw Com- ing a committee to monitor ac- as their capitol, and closed out for their benefit.” mission. While the trauma of tions by the federal government all old business of the Chickasaw Many of the individual rights passed seven resolutions at the removal caused a weakening of affecting the Chickasaw people. district prior to electing Jackson defined in the 16 sections of that general session. The resolutions the traditional clan-based Minko This committee studied rele- Kemp as chairman of the Chick- Article are similar to those ad- were: and council systems, those tra- vant federal legislation, reviewed asaw Nation constitutional con- dressed in the Bill of Rights of 1. A resolution opposing the ditions continued to wield influ- rulings by the newly formed Bu- vention. the U.S. Constitution, though elimination of funding for com- ence within Chickasaw commu- reau of Indian Affairs, kept tabs mercial loans for community de- nity and governing systems. on the sale of Chickasaw lands velopment financial institutions Within the federal law and and oversaw Chickasaw trust Right to vote in tribal elections holds as outlined in President Trump’s FY 2020 budget request. 2. A resolution supporting CONTINUED special meaning for Chickasaws “Five Tribes Ancestry Confer- | FROM PAGE 1 ELECTION FILING PERIOD ence,” on Sept. 19-21, 2019, in Chickasaw Nation at least 30 Candidates will receive an elec- Voting History saw Nation elections is an easy Tahlequah, Okla. years of age. Justices must be toral packet containing election process. Citizens 18 years of age 3. A resolution opposing residents of the Chickasaw Nation rules and regulations, the Chick- Tribal elections are quickly ap- or older may register online, by the elimination of the Indian and during their three-year term of asaw Constitution, financial dis- proaching. Your vote can have a email, letter or by calling the Native American Department of office. The filing fee is $500 per closure forms, biography form for great impact on your tribal gov- election office. Required forms Labor Workforce Innovation and Supreme Court candidate. the Chickasaw Times, and watcher ernment and the future of the are available online, at the Gov- Opportunity Act funding in Presi- Candidates must bring verifi- form. Chickasaw Nation. ernment Services Building or dent Trump’s FY 2020 budget re- cation of physical and mailing Candidates must not have Chickasaws had their right to area offices located in Ada, Ar- quest. address, such as a utility bill or been convicted of a felony. Back- vote in our tribal elections sus- dmore, Duncan, Oklahoma City, 4. A resolution opposing the homestead exemption, which ground checks are conducted on pended for more than 60 years. Pauls Valley, Purcell, Sulphur and proposed FY 2020 budget reduc- displays candidate’s physical ad- all candidates. Oklahoma statehood in 1907 also Tishomingo. tions for Bureau of Indian Educa- dress. Filing fee is due upon fil- Primary election is July 30 and meant the loss of tribal voting When registering, Chickasaw tion. ing. Candidates must complete run-off election is August 27, if rights for Native Americans in citizens living inside the Chicka- 5. A resolution opposing a financial disclosure statement applicable. the state. From 1906 to 1970, the saw Nation jurisdictional bound- the elimination of funding for upon filing. Statements are also For further assistance, please federal government exercised full aries register within the district the low-income home energy as- due at the end of every month contact Rita Loder, election sec- control over official acts of the in which they reside. Chickasaw sistance program in the FY 2020 during the candidate’s active retary toll free at 1-888-661-0137. Chickasaw Nation, including ap- citizens living outside of the Department of Health and Hu- campaign period. pointing the governor. jurisdictional boundaries may man Services budget request. In 1971, after years of advocat- choose their voting districts. The 6. A resolution in support of ing for the right to vote, Chicka- four voting districts – Pontotoc, Oklahoma House Bill 1365, which THE CHICKASAW NATION TRIBAL ELECTION saws went to the ballots for the Pickens, Panola and Tishomin- would create an office of mobil- 2019 PRIMARY ELECTION SCHEDULE first time since Oklahoma state- go – may be viewed online or on ity and public transit under the hood to cast their vote in a tribal the voter registration form. Once Oklahoma Department of Trans- June 3-5: election, and we have been exer- registered, tribal election ballots portation. Candidate filing period (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Election Secre- cising our right to vote ever since. are mailed to voters during the 7. A resolution opposing tary’s office) month of July.Register now to funding cuts to Indian housing June 7: Register to Vote vote! Chickasaw.net/Vote Chicka- programs in President Trump’s Challenge to Candidacy ends at 5 p.m. Registering to vote in Chicka- saw.net/AddressChange FY 2020 budget request. June 10: Drawing for position on the ballot (1:30 p.m. at the Election Secre- tary’s office) Tribal Head Start centers accepting new students Candidates may pick up print-outs & USB flash drive. June 10: ADA, Okla.¬ Chickasaw Nation After-school care spots are lim- is designed to positively assist Last day to submit photo & biography to “Chickasaw Times” (by Head Start locations in Ardmore, ited. children in their present envi- 4:00 pm) Sulphur and Tishomingo are ac- The Chickasaw Nation Head ronment and help them develop Press release for candidates (news/media) cepting new students for the Start Program began in August skills needed in school and life. June 27: 2019-2020 school year. Children 1978. Classroom activities started Chickasaw Nation Head Start Ballots mailed to voters who reside out of the contiguous 48 states ages three through five may at- on May 29, 1979 with 22 children programs are open to members July 9: tend the early learning program enrolled in the initial summer of the community, with prefer- Voter registration closes. that helps prepare young chil- program. The staff consisted of ence given to Native American July 10: dren for school. This program is a teacher supervisor, a teacher, a children, low-income families After 12 p.m. candidates may pick up updated printouts & USB flash offered at no cost to qualifying cook, a cook’s aide, a van driver and children with disabilities. drive. families. and four teacher aides. Applications are accepted year- July 11: The Sulphur and Tishomingo Over the past 40 years, the round and the enrollment dead- Ballots mailed to ALL qualified voters. facilities have recently been ren- program has expanded to six line for the upcoming school year July 25: ovated, making room for more centers serving more than 250 is June 1. Last day to appoint a watcher. students. The two newly-renovat- children throughout the Chicka- To learn more or obtain an ap- July 30: ed centers will offer class until saw Nation. Head Start offers a plication, contact (580) 421-7711 2019 Primary Election (last day to return ballots; no later than 10:30 3 p.m., and an after-school care complete family-focused, child- or visit Chickasaw.net/HeadStart. a.m.) program from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. development education plan. It Ballot tabulation begins @ 11 a.m. Unofficial results posted imme- diately Press Release made to public. July 30: Voter registration re-opens, if no run-off election. August 2: Recount period ends. October 1: Oath of Office Ceremony (11:00 a.m.) THE CHICKASAW NATION 2019 RUN-OFF ELECTION SCHEDULE (IF NEEDED) August 5: Candidates may pick up print-outs & USB flash drive (after 12:00 p.m.) August 8: Ballots mailed to ALL qualified voters. August 22: Last day to appoint a watcher for the run-off election. August 27: 2019 Run-Off Election (last day to return ballots; no later than 10:30 a.m.) Ballot tabulation begins @ 11 a.m. Unofficial results posted immediately Press Release made to public. August 27: Voter registration re-opens August 30: Recount period ends. October 1: Oath of Office ceremony (11:00 a.m.) 10 CHICKASAW TIMES News of the people May 2019 Births Seth Hensley earns Eagle Scout

10, 2019, at Harmony Christian Church in Choctaw, Okla. Dur- ing his seven-year tenure in Boy Scout Troup 275 of the Last Fron- tier Council he served as Troop Quartermaster, Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader. He achieved Brotherhood in Order of the Ar- row at the age of 16, followed by a backpack trek over 100 miles through Philmont Scout Ranch DR. RANDY K. MACON in Cimarron, N.M. He later com- LACODA KORBIT MCPHERSON pleted Sea Base of St. Thomas by canoe and backpack more than LaCoda Korbit McPherson was Dr. Macon joins staff at 50 miles through the Boundary AMELIA LADON-LYNN BROWN born March 12, 2019. She weighed Oklahoma City University Waters between Canada and the 7.5 lbs. and measured 18 inches United States, earning him the Amelia Ladon-Lynn Brown was at birth. Dr. Randy K. Macon, proud SETH ANDREW HENSLEY High Adventure Triple Crown to born at 6:37 a.m. April 4, 2019. She is the daughter of Stephen Chickasaw Citizen, will join Okla- conclude his Boy Scout adven- She is the daughter of Sierra and Lacy McPherson. She is the homa City University as a profes- Seth Andrew Hensley, son tures. As a Boy Scout, he learned Brown, of Ada, Okla., and Cam- sister to Lois June and Tiera Bri- sor in the Master of Arts in Non- of Derek and Kim Hensley, of qualities of leadership, trustwor- eron Carter, of Ada. ann. profit Leadership program. Harrah, Okla., earned Eagle thiness, physically fitness and She is the granddaughter of She is the granddaughter of For more than a decade, he has Scout Award Jan. 23, 2019. The citizenship. Congratulations on a Wendy Harrison, of Wewoka, John Hawkins, Malissa Wilbourn, served in a variety of professional Eagle Court of Honor was March job well done! Okla., Greg Brown, of Tecumseh, Marcine Ricker, Jake Ricker and capacities, gaining hands-on ex- Okla., and Matt Carter and Kerrie Billy McPherson. perience in almost every area of Carter, of Ada. She is the great- philanthropy. Macy Smith commits to Murray State granddaughter of William and “As I prepare for this next chap- the late Carol Harrison, Linda ter, I’m immensely excited for the Brown, Albert Burdine, Marvin opportunity to advance the non- and Marietta Carter and Debbie profit sector by educating our Carter. She is the great-great- next generation of leaders” Dr. great-granddaughter of original Macon said. enrollees Cathy Illetewahke, Dan- His full-time faculty appoint- iel P.Harrison and Serena Colbert. ment will begin in the fall semes- ter. Those interested in learning more about OCU’s Nonprofit Leadership Program can visit www.okcu.edu/artsci/depart- ments/nonprofit or email Dr. Ma- AURA JAY USSERY con at [email protected]

Aura Jay Ussery was born Mar. 20, 2019 at Hot Springs, Ark. She weighed 5 lbs., 5 oz. and mea- sured 18 inches long. She is the daughter of Alicia Chickasaw citizen Macy Smith, center, signs a letter of intent to continue her education and play and Adam Ussery. She is the Chickasaw youth named basketball at Murray State College at Tishomingo, Okla. She is a member of the Latta High School great-granddaughter of Sharon basketball team that finished 25-7 for the season. The team lost to #1 team Dale in the semifinals of Townsend Cole, of Stonewall, JOM Student of the Year the class 2A state tournament. The Latta girls’ basketball team also won the class 2A girls academic state championship with a team 4.0 grade point average. Go Lady Panthers! Okla., and niece of Jinni Zack. She is the great-great-granddaugh- DALLAS VANN GRAVES ter of the late Vada and Ernest Dallas Vann Graves was born Townsend, of Ada, Okla. She is Mar. 12, 2019 at Forrest General the great-great-great-granddaugh- Outstanding Achievement Hospital at Hattiesburg, Miss. He ter of original Dawes enrollees weighed 9 lbs., 11 oz. and mea- the late Minnie Stick Melville and Award recipients sured 20 ½ inches. Sam Melville, of Stonewall, Okla. He is the son of Shelby and She has many cousins and a Teachers, mentors, advisers and coaches are encouraged to nomi- Hunter Graves, of Seminary, Miss. great-great uncle and aunt, Sam nate deserving Chickasaw students for awards through the Chickasaw The proud grandparents are Jeff and Mary Townsend, of the Ada Nation Honor Club. Though school is out, students can be nominated and Yvonne Graves and Terry and area. for their exceptional work in extracurricular activities. Ellen Alexander. He is the great- Selections are made monthly and students will be recognized in the great-grandson of Chickasaw Chickasaw Times. original enrollees Ernest Alexan- The Chickasaw Honor Club is an incentive-based program for moti- der, of Pike, Indian Territory. Chickasaw wrestler excels, vated, hard-working students. The honor club recognizes participants in three areas: academic performance, perfect attendance and out- places 3rd in competition standing achievement in a variety of categories. For more information, or to submit a nomination, contact the Chick- asaw Nation Honor Club at (580) 421-7711 or visit Chickasaw.net/Hon- Natasha Batchelor with parents, Brad and orClub and apply online. Raiden Batchelor dashes Brittney Batchelor. This month’s honored students are Virginia “Ginnie” Harkins and to win 2nd in local contest Chickasaw student Natasha Rylee Sliger. Batchelor, 10, was recently named Virginia “Ginnie” Harkins, 10, of Oklahoma City, is the daughter JOM Student of the Year at Homer of Greg and Elizabeth Harkins. Ginnie was Elementary, where she is in the nominated by her coach, Kathy Mendez, for 4th grade. She is the daughter of outstanding achievement in athletics. Gin- Brad and Brittney Batchelor and nie is a member of King Marlin Swim Club’s Amanda East. Her family is very Oklahoma Swimming championship team. proud of her accomplishment. Ginnie’s team recently won the 10-and-under girls’ championship and overall 10-and-under state championship. “Ginnie’s hard work, dedication, determina- tion, good listening skills and her ability to be coached have allowed her to participate in Chickasaw Tohmi Warrior Carney recently placed the top level of the swim club for her age,” Ms. 3rd at the Reno World Championships at 76lbs. GINNIE HARKINS Mendez said. Ginnie enjoys swimming and playing with Chickasaw sisters both win her sister, Anna. She would like to be a swimming coach when she grows up. top 3 in poster contest Rylee Sliger, 17, of Ada, Okla., is the daughter of Jenae Micozzi. Rylee attends Latta High School and was nominated Raiden Batchelor recently placed 2nd at the 18th by her performing arts teacher, Davida Smith. Annual Children’s Fair Diaper Dash competition. “Rylee is a leader in the Latta speech and theater organization,” Ms. Smith said. “She has performed in numerous plays and quali- London Nance poses in regaila fied to compete in the Southeast regional speech tournament. Rylee is a leader in our program and works very hard on her aca- David Learmonth poses with his derby car after demic studies.” winning third place at the district competition. Rylee was nominated for both outstanding achievement in speech and theater and aca- David Learmonth places demics. RYLEE SLIGER A junior, Rylee enjoys speech and drama, in district derby contest shopping, playing with her dogs and spend- Chickasaw David Learmonth ing time with her friends and family. She is a member of the National won 3rd place Mar. 16 with his Honor Society and a cheerleader. Rylee works as a teacher assistant Left to Right: Aiyauna Hellrung, Housing Division pinewood derby car in Boy Scouts with the Chickasaw Nation School-Age Program. She plans to attend Customer Service Coordinator Mike Wingo and Trinity Colley. at the district championships at the University of Oklahoma to study psychology or counseling. Northern Virginia. His car placed Chickasaw sisters, Trinity Col- first in his lion’s den competition ley and Aiyauna Hellrung, both in February leading him to com- placed third in their respective pete at the district level. Owens/Underwood Family Reunion set for June 30 age divisions for the 2019 Safety David is a kindergartener at London Nance is a registered Chickasaw citizen Poster Contest sponsored by the Arlington, Va., and the son of Owens/Underwood Family Reunion will be Sunday, June 30, 2019 and also of Wichita and Kiowa descent. She is Chickasaw Nation and AMER- Ian Learmonth and grandson of at the Chickasaw Community Center, 700 N. Mississippi, Ada, Okla. a descendant of Major Levi Colbert. London’s IND Risk. Trinity, 8, is in the sec- Brooke Learmonth. Doors will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the main banquet grandmother, Donna Steinberg, is a member of ond grade at Vanoss Elemenary room. the Kiowa Nation and provided the regalia for School and Aiyauna Hellrung, Please bring a covered dish and/or your favorite dessert. Lunch will London, which is Southern Plains style regalia 11, is in the fifth grade at Vanoss be at noon. she is photographed wearing above. Middle School. Any questions, please call Joyce Owens Herrington at 512-644-6319. May 2019 graduates CHICKASAW TIMES 11 Abigail Egge-Ogas Eryn Lanae Anoatubby

Abigail Egge-Ogas of Hanover, N.M., will grad- Chris and Becky Anoatubby proudly announce uate as a 12-year homeschooled student in May the graduation of their daughter, Eryn, from Byng 2019. High School. Her parents are Callie and Mario Ogas. Her Early in life she discovered her love for vocal grandparents are Cipriano and LaDonna Ogas music and has developed her talent as a valued and Valla Dee Jack Egge. She is also a descendant member of the Byng High School Choir. She won of Apache (Ogas) and Chickasaw (Jack) ancestry. numerous vocal music awards during junior high Her parents, Callie and Mario Ogas, both and high school. She is a three-year medalist taught Abby throughout her school years. Her (2015-2018) for the East Central Oklahoma Choir mother taught her the basics and her dad shared Director’s Association Regional Mixed Chorus his music and art talents with her. Abby is a fine and a three-year medalist of the Oklahoma Mu- artist and has had a paintbrush in her hand sic Educators Association All-State Treble Chorus since around three years of age. She has been (2017-2019). She was selected for the 2019 Okla- involved with a youth group that painted mu- homa Choral Director’s Association All-State Jazz rals around the local area. She has been taking Chorus and is a three-time recipient of the Byng art lessons at Western New Mexico University in Outstanding Musician Award. Eryn was also se- Silver City for the past two years. She is a beauti- lected to perform with Honor Choir USA in Hono- ful girl with Christian values she learned from lulu, Hawaii in 2017 and 2018. her parents. She earned a vocal music scholarship to attend Congratulations Abigail! East Central University (ECU) this fall and will be singing in the ECU Chorale.

Daniel Ryan Mann Sydney Rae Jones Daniel Ryan Mann is a 2019 graduate of Cop- pell High School, Coppell, Texas. He is the son Sydney Rae Jones is a 2019 graduate of Luther of Kristi and Gary Mann. He is the grandson High School, Luther, Okla. She is the daughter of of Kay and David Dunn and the great-great- Tommy and Mandy Jones. She is the granddaugh- grandson of original Chickasaw enrollee ter of Paula and Gary Jones, Kristy Bullard and Hortense Willis, the great grandson of LaTrelle Jesse Johnson. Coulter Hardee and the grandson of Kay Hard- She was a member of the high school softball ee Dunn. team where she served as captain of the team. She During high school, he was a member of was also a member of National Honor Society and the National Honor Society, National Spanish was named class valedictorian. Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Ath- Sydney plans to attend Southwestern Oklahoma letes and Teen Leadership Coppell. He was a State University to pursue a career as a neonatal member of the Coppell Chapter of the Young nurse. Men’s Service League whose mission is to as- sist, serve and support those who are in need in our community. He participated in numer- ous mission trips both locally and abroad. He was a student worker at KD College Prep. at Coppell. Julia Pringle He plans to attend Baylor University in the fall. Julia Pringle is a 2019 graduate of Putnam City North High School, Oklahoma City. She is the daughter of Damion Pringle and Amy Pringle. She is the granddaughter of Marianne Norris and Ethan Norris, of her mother’s side who she gets Koltyn Blake Navarrett her Chickasaw heritage from. Koltyn Blake Navarrett is a 2019 graduate of She is the student council officer historian at Kingston High School, Kingston, Okla. He is the her school, Link Crew leader for two years, Pup son of Cody and Kila Stevens and Will and Shena Club Historian Officer, National Honor Society Navarrett. He is the grandson of Harold and Kal- member for two years, end of the year slideshow ynne Johnson, Robert and Debbie Navarrett and maker, North Dance Company Member for two Steve and Sherry Porter. He is the great-grandson years and many other activities. of Missie and the late David Johnson, Beverly She has attended several Chickasaw camps and the late Lynn Stedman, the late Kay Ballard, in the previous summers including the Arts the late Bill and Ruby Buckaloo and the late Mar- Academy, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) lene Palmer. Xtreme Camp and several others. He is the brother of Preslie Tonubbee, Lynnon She has committed to go to Colorado State Uni- Stevens, Emree Stevens and Kynleigh Navarrett. versity on several academic awarding scholarships. She will be double majoring in He has attended Kingston Public Schools for business and communications and hopes to someday open her own business. 13 years. He is involved in baseball and basket- ball. He is a member of Kingston First Baptist Church. He is a direct descendant of Tom Johnson, Louisa Sealy, Clayborn Pickens and Anna Cal- Kasey Whitenack houn, original enrollees. He is also a direct de- scendant of I Hunter Pickens. Kasey Whitenack is a 2019 graduate of He plans to pursue a career working for Burl- Longview High School, Longview, Texas. She is ington Northern Santa Fe Railway. the daughter of Brian and Becky (Chickasaw) Whitenack. She is the granddaughter of the late Leon (Chickasaw) and Patricia Perkins of Crowley, Texas. Kasey is in the International Baccalaureate program at her high school and is in the top 10 Rachael Ann Marsh percent of her class. She is a member of the Na- tional Honor Society and an Ambassador with Rachael Ann Marsh is a 2019 graduate of Faith Girl Scouts of America and is currently working West Academy, Katy, Texas. She is the daughter of on her Gold Award to be completed this summer. Gary and Cheryl Marsh, of Katy. She is the grand- She is President of high school’s theatre depart- daughter of the late Eugene and Mary Snow, of ment and Editor in Chief of the Long-View school Purcell, Okla., and granddaughter of Jack and newspaper and creator of the online school Melba Marsh, of Tecumseh, Okla. newspaper. She has received various awards for Her activities include art, National Honor Soci- University Interscholastic League events, such as ety, International Club, and basketball and track. Prose and Poetry, Journalism and One Act Com- She plans to attend college in the fall to pursue petition. Her community involvement includes a career in speech pathology. serving on the board for Theatre Longview, Longview Community Ministries and is We are so proud of you Rachael and love you the youngest member of the Judson Lions Club. Each year she puts in over 100 hours very much! of volunteer time with different organizations. She is a member of First Christian Church, Longview where she works as a child care worker and she is an intern for the after-school programs with elementary students. She is in the Youth Bells and Youth Choir programs and attends summer mission trips with her youth group. Kasey has been accepted into the University of Texas where she plans on majoring in Theatre and Journalism/Mass Communication. Her dream is to one day be on Broadway. Delane Robert Osland Delane Robert Osland is a 2019 graduate of Whitley Baucom Chisholm High School, Enid, Okla. He is the son of Jeri Dawn Osland and Terry Osland. He is the Whitley Baucom is a 2019 graduate of Green- grandson of Jerry and Sandra Dunkin and Walter wood High School, Greenwood, Ark. She is the and Jan Osland. daughter of Lori Sharp and Michael Baucom. She Delane is involved in many school activities, in- is the granddaughter of Pam Sharp and the late cluding FFA, STUCO, National Honor Society and DeWayne Sharp. Interscholastics. He also volunteers at the regional Whitley is an honor student at Greenwood High food bank and Loaves and Fishes. School, where she is on the Principal’s Honor Roll His future plans are to attend Southwestern and a member of the National Honor Society and Oklahoma State University and pursue a degree the National Society of High School Scholars. in Pharmacy. She plans on pursuing a medical degree and will be attending the University of Arkansas - Ft. Smith at Ft. Smith, Ark. 12 CHICKASAW TIMES graduates May 2019 Karlie Charles Colton Lynn Gold

Karlie Charles is a 2019 graduate of The Col- Colton Lynn Gold is a 2019 graduate of Byng ony High School, The Colony, Texas. She is the High School, Ada, Okla. He is the son of Justin daughter of Sherwin and Asani Charles. She is and Adrian Gold. He is the grandson of Sherry the granddaughter of Frank Winfrey and Dianna Meyer, Jack Gold and David and Cheryl Nowabbi. Chanel. She is the great-granddaughter of Frank Colton is a polite, hard-working young man. He Winfrey Sr. and Bernice Smith Clark. She is the has many talents including riding motorcycles, great-great-granddaughter of Stella Brown Smith drumming and photography. He enjoys drag rac- from Chickasha, Okla. ing, paint ball and fast R/C cars. Karlie is a 2017 5A Texas State Softball Cham- He has worked for the Chickasaw Nation for pion MVP pitcher and is ranked 10th nationally more than a year and plans on attending the in strikeouts and 1st in high school season wins Chickasaw Institute in the near future. with 22 wins this season. She is an award-win- We are very proud of him! ning visual artist and classically trained pianist. With a 4.0 GPA, she earned both academic and athletic scholarships and will play Division I soft- ball at Iowa State University in the fall. Karlie plans to major in Design and wants to open a design firm after college. Haley Marie Koster Haley Marie Koster is a 2019 of Tecumseh High School, Tecumseh, Okla. She is the daughter of Reece Milner Jessica Buchanan and Lawrence Koster. She is the sister of James Buchanan and Lawrence Reece Milner is a 2019 graduate of Purcell High Koster Jr. She is the granddaughter of Jackie and School, Purcell, Okla. He is the son of Tracey Folsom Robert Buchanan and Karon Cheatwood. She is and Clay Milner. He is the grandson of Gary and the great-granddaughter of Martha and Fred Hill, Marsha Barger. Roy and Leota Cheatwood, Ruby Mckinny and Reece is a member of National Honor Society, Caroline Milligan. Oklahoma Honor Society, Chickasaw Honor Club, She was active in choir in high school and will Superintendent’s Honor Roll and Student Council. be graduating with a 3.6 GPA. He earned the honor of November Student of the Haley plans on attending Seminole State Col- Month, Top Student in Chemistry, World History, lege in the fall. Government/Military History, World Geography, Physical Science and English 1. He is a four year varsity basketball member and four year varsity tennis member. He plans to attend the University of Oklahoma and earn an engineering degree. Zaydah L. Smith

Zaydah L. Smith is a 2019 graduate of Nor- man North High School, Norman, Okla. She is the daughter of Andrew and Chasity Under- Stephanie Suzanne Patrick wood and Richard and Joanna Smith. She is the granddaughter of Daryl and Linda Underwood, Stephanie Suzanne Patrick, of Tucson, Ariz., Gloria Smith, Mark and Gina Smith. She is the is a 2019 graduate of Cienega High School. She great-granddaughter of Tom Barr and Lilian Un- graduated with high honors. She is the daughter derwood. of Stephen and Jennifer Patrick, of Tucson. She Zaydah is originally from Ada, Okla. She has is the granddaughter of Tom and Sue Patrick, of attended Norman public schools for six years and Tucson, and Karl and Susie Hill, of Tucson. is concurrently enrolled at Norman North and She is a member of the National Honor Society, Moore-Norman technology in the Biotechnology an officer in the Fellowship of Christian Students program. She has also taken concurrent college club and a former President, Vice-President and courses at Oklahoma City Community College. Cello Section Leader for the Cienega High School She is active in HOSA (Future Health Profes- Orchestra, as well as Cienega’s advanced Cham- sionals) Chapter, as vice president of her class ber Orchestra. She has studied piano for 12 years and has placed top 20 in state competition. She enjoys playing bass guitar and has and has participated in the annual Tucson Music been a student at Norman Music Institute for four years. Teachers’ Association Piano Ensemble at the Uni- After graduation, Zaydah will continue to pursue a career in Healthcare and her versity of Arizona for the past 10 years. love of music. Stephanie has been a Sunday school teacher/ intern for four years at Pantano Christian Church where she teaches 3-year-olds and leads school- aged children in the summer Fine Arts Camp, as well as in various evening events and programs. Eager to share her faith, she planned, organized and led the week- Jordan Willis long ministry outreach program “What Even Matters?” at her high school where she spoke on a variety of topics and gave her own personal testimony to more than 250 Jordan Willis is a 2019 graduate of Ada High peers. School, Ada, Okla. He is the son of Jeff and Rhon- During her senior year in high school, Stephanie completed an extensive intern- da Willis. He is the grandson of Mark and Debbie ship at Dyson Pediatrics. Her experience there with patients, parents, the medical Willis and Rodney and Sherry Haynes. He is the staff, guest doctors and Dr. Dyson, along with her love of children and passion for great-grandson of Melba Haynes and the great- helping others, has inspired her to continue her studies and become a pediatrician. great-grandson of Opal Weller. Her Chickasaw lineage comes from her great grandmother Zona Mae Wagner Davis, He is a member of the National Honor Society her great-great grandmother original enrollee Georgia Blackwood Wagner and her and Ada High football team. He has also been a great-great-great grandmother original enrollee Amelia Colbert Blackwood. member of the Chikasha Pehlichi Ikbi and par- She has been accepted into the Honors College at Northern Arizona University at ticipated in the Chickasaw Nation Toksali Smart Flagstaff where she will major in biology. Program the last four years. He plans to attend Oklahoma City University in the fall and pursue a degree in business ad- McKenzie Harp ministration. McKenzie Harp is a 2019 graduate of Salina High School, Salina, Okla. She is the daughter of Vince and Karen Stoyanosk. She is the granddaughter of Dean Harp and the great-granddaughter of Colleen Harp. She was in the middle school band. She was a Christopher “Payton” Stinnett member of Future Farmers of America (FFA) her freshman and sophomore year. Christopher “Payton” Stinnett is a 2019 gradu- She will be attending Rogers State University in ate of Ada High School, Ada, Okla. He is the son the fall. of Chis and Misty Stinnett. He is the grandson of Ron and Kay West, Bessie Eddy and the late Arthur Stinnett. His activities include football and soccer. He plans to attend East Central University (ECU) Peyton Ty Alejandro Chapa-Hearrell and major in business finance or accounting. Peyton Ty Alejandro Chapa-Hearrell is a 2019 graduate of William B. Travis High School, Richmond, Texas. He is the third son of Joel and Linda Hearrell to attend college. He is the grandson of Charlie and Joyce Hearrell. He has maintained a 3.0 GPA and is currently the commanding officer of his high school’s MCJROTC program. During his participation with David Christopher Moore the MCJROTC, he earned the Veterans of Foreign Wars JROTC Medal, the Navy Youth League Medal and Best Drill Team. David Christopher Moore is a 2019 graduate of He competed on the varsity cross country Gov. John R. Rogers High School, Puyallup, Wash. team. He is also a member of Unicef and Future He is the son of Thomas and Kara Ellis and Wade Christian Athletes. He earned his black belt in Moore. He is the grandson of Loren and Nancy taekwondo his freshman year with Fort Bend Clevenger, Marilyn Clark, Mary Bouchard and Martial Arts Academy. He was awarded a $500 Billy Moore. scholarship from the Cadet Parent Association He has excelled in high school with almost all Booster Club and received third place in the May Week Competition from Delta A’s. He is bilingual and is very interested in for- Sigma Theta Sorority Ft. Bend Chapter. eign languages. He has been accepted and will be attending Sam Houston State University. Peyton He plans to pursue a career in interpreting. plans to pursue a career in nursing following the footsteps of his Aunt Jeanna Hearrell. The Hearrell family are extremely proud of him, and wish him the best at Sam Houston State University. May 2019 graduates CHICKASAW TIMES 13 Haley Lane Franklin Caleb Michael Henry Haley Lane Franklin is a 2019 graduate of Mus- Caleb Michael Henry is a 2019 graduate of Tom- tang High School, Mustang, Okla., as well as the ball Memorial High School, Tomball, Texas. He is Canadian Valley Technology Center, El Reno, the son of Johnny and Cherri (Sanders) Henry. Okla. She is the daughter of Holly Franklin, and He is the grandson of Art and Patricia Henry, of the granddaughter of Les and Susan Franklin, Blanchard, Okla., and the late Henry and Gloria Mustang. Sanders, of Moore, Okla. He is the great-grandson She will graduate as a member of the National of the late Henry and Dora Sanders. Technical Honor Society and as Valedictorian with His siblings are Amber and Joshua Knight, Ash- a 4.07 GPA. ley and Ernie Britton, Jacob Shepherd, Angela and She was a member and captain of the Mustang Jordyn Henry. He is the proud nephew of Anna Nightrider Marching Band the past four years. She Lee (Sanders) Burkhart, Betty (Sanders) Tipton, also was a four-year member and captain of Mus- Bobbie (Sanders) Epley, Mary (Sanders) Buckley, tang Varsity Winterguard, 2018 State Champions Eddie Sanders and the late John Sanders. and the 2019 Silver-medalists. She was a student He was a member of the Tomball Memorial technician and choreographer for the JV team, baseball team, where he was on the All-District 2019 State Champions Academic Team for two years. He enjoys spending She is a brown belt in karate. She is also a mem- time with his friends and family and working out. ber of Mustang United Methodist Church where she Caleb has committed to playing baseball and continuing his education at South- participates in youth group, youth worship band and contemporary worship band. western University at Georgetown, Texas. He will major in mechanical engineering. Haley plans to attend University of Central Oklahoma in the fall and major in graphic design. Kaylee Ann Marie Martin Karissa Elle Wynne Kaylee Ann Marie Martin is a 2019 graduate of Byng High School, Ada Okla. Her parents are Bry- Karissa Elle Wynne is a 2019 graduate of ant and Lacey Horning. Her grandparents are Mike Bridge Creek High School, Bridge Creek, Okla. and Kay Hatton. She is the daughter of Jimmy and Jennifer Wyn- Kaylee is a very down to earth, kind and artistic ne. She is the granddaughter of Olivia Cancino, soul. She enjoys caring for animals, travelling and of Fort Worth, Texas, the late Billie and Jimmy creating art. She has attended Chickasaw Summer Wynne and the late Jesse Cancino. Arts Academy for six years. She has won dozens Karissa is a National Honor Society graduate of art contests over the years in all categories in- and is the Salutatorian of her senior class. She cluding drawing, beadwork and sculpture. She is lettered in track, was secretary of Family, Career a Scholastic Gold Key Winner two years in a row and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), and most recently she won a State Superintendent and was football manager for four years and Award for Arts Excellence. baseball manager for three years. She plans to earn a Forensic Psychology Degree She was recognized as top physics and algebra at California State starting in the fall, with plans student and is a Superintendent Honor Roll and of joining the FBI in the future. Chickasaw Honor Roll student. She was early accepted at the University of Oklahoma (OU) and will start at OU this fall. Leah Noelle Miller Leah Noelle Miller is a 2019 graduate of West- moore High School, Oklahoma City. She is the Caleb Griffin Mull daughter of Jena D. McNamar and John W. Miller. She is the granddaughter of Carroll and Norma Caleb Griffin Mull is a 2019 graduate of MacAr- Clifton and Earl and Marie Miller. thur High School, Lawton, Okla. He is the son of She has enjoyed being in Yearbook, National Ms. Erin M. Griffin. He is the grandson of Barbara Honor Society and working at Elevation Trampo- J. Griffin and the late John W. Griffin. line Park. During high school, she completed four He is the captain of the high school archery years of Spanish and ended with Spanish V. Leah team where he went to nationals three times and enjoys spending time with friends and sharing once to the World Archery Tournament. He is holidays with family. Other hobbies include trav- enrolled in the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training eling, snow skiing in Colorado, going to the lake Corps (JROTC) program where he is on the JROTC with family and friends and cooking. Armed Drill team and JROTC PT. Caleb is also a Leah plans to complete pre-requisite courses member of the track team. at Oklahoma City Community College and earn He has volunteered for the United Way, Lawton her certification in sonography at Moore-Norman Friends of the Library and the Flower Mound ar- Technology Center. chery team. He is enrolled in the welding program at Great Plains Technology Center at Lawton and plans to finish the two year program in 2019-2020. He works part time at Christy’s Pro Tech at Lawton. Abigail Grace Biscan

Abigail Grace Biscan is a 2019 graduate of Ursu- Isaiah Christian Wells line Academy, St. Louis, Mo. She is the daughter of David and Gretchen Biscan, of St. Louis. She is Isaiah Christian Wells, of Springfield, Mo., is a 2019 the granddaughter of Marge and the late Charlie graduate of New Covenant Academy. He is the son of Jef Biscan, of St. Louis, and Charles and Lee Anne and Margie Wells, of Springfield, brother of Sophia G. Koehler, of Joplin, Mo. Wells, of Los Angeles, Calif., and brother of Israel Ben- She was an honors Latin student all four years Solomon Wells of Springfield. He is the grandson of Lin- and is a member of the Latin Honor Society. She da Wells and the late Ben Wells of Ada, Okla., Ken and doubled her required service hours to more than Karen Horne of Springfield and Jess and Paula Gibson, 240 in four years. She was a four year member of also of Springfield. the Ursuline Racquetball team and participated Isaiah is the great-grandson of the late Delta Iona for one year on the volleyball team and Select Wells, a Chickasaw original enrollee on the Dawes Roll Club Volleyball. from Ada, Okla. Her junior year she travelled abroad to Italy Isaiah lettered in track in the Javelin, has played bas- with Ursuline and also attended the United Na- ketball for many years. He is a member of both New tions Conference for Women in New York City Covenant’s Chamber and Concert Choirs. He is active in with a group of Ursuline girls and faculty. She FBLA and leads student Bible Studies at his school on a worked as a leader with incoming freshmen to support community at Ursuline Acad- regular basis. He spent eleven days in Israel last summer serving with The Bridges emy. She was chosen to attend the Youth Leadership Conference in Atchison, Kan., for Peace Organization. with the St. Catherine Laboure youth group of which she has been a member since He plans to attend Evangel University in Springfield, Mo., and study business and 2012. She attended elementary school at St. Catherine LaBoure. pre-athletic training. She was accepted to the University of Missouri at Columbia where she is consider- ing a degree in an undecided medical career. Abby and her family want to thank the Chickasaw Tribe for all the support they have given her throughout her entire educational years. Conner L. Sides We are so proud of all she has accomplished during her high school years.

Conner L. Sides of Bristow, Va., is a 2019 gradu- ate of Brentsville District High School, Nokes- ville, Va. He is the son of Ronnie and Judith Sides and Shea Sides. Triston Kerr Lamberson Conner has lettered in football four years, bas- ketball and wrestling one year. He was named to Triston Kerr Lamberson is a 2019 graduate of the All-state team in football and recorded over Bridge Creek High School, Blanchard Okla. He is 100 tackles his senior year. During his junior the son of Krystol Lamberson. He is the grandson year Conner made it to the state tournament of Jerry and Kathy Wright. for wrestling in the 220 pound weight class. He Triston will be graduating with Salutatorian has maintained a 3.4 GPA, while participating honors, Certificate of Distinction and 24 college in many advanced placement courses and the credit hours. prestigious Cambridge Programme at Brentsville He has been a part of the Varsity basketball District High School. He enjoys hunting, fishing, team for the last 4 years and has done track for working out and just about any sport that can be 3 years. Triston is also a member of the Science played. He likes to hang out with the family and Club where they have done many community ser- watch TV in the evening. He works on a farm vice outings. Being a part of that was one of his taking care of Alpacas and waits tables at a local favorite highlights of his senior year. restaurant to earn extra money for school. It wasn’t always easy but he has pushed his way Conner plans to attend Ferrum College, where he will study criminal justice, through and his family is very proud. majoring in criminology and minoring in forensic investigation. He has signed a After graduation Triston plans on attending Oklahoma State University where he letter of intent with the Ferrum Panthers Football program where he intends on will pursue a degree in fire protection and safety engineering technology. He has an dominating the opposition. internship for summer 2019 where he will be learning every aspect of his degree. 14 CHICKASAW TIMES graduates May 2019 Gabriel Neshoba Turner Mikaila Vaughn Gabriel Neshoba Turner is a 2019 graduate of Cal- vary Christian Academy, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., where Mikaila Vaughn is a 2019 graduate of Meeker he has grown up and has excelled academically, ath- High School, Meeker, Okla. She is the daughter of letically socially and spiritually. He is the son of Cliff Bailey and Lisa Vaughn. She is the granddaughter and Liz Turner. He is the grandson of David and Alice of Gloria and Harris Troglin, of Bowlegs, Okla., Turner and Al and Helen Balkie. and the late Evelyn and Lester Vaughn. As an athlete, Gabe has been on the varsity lacrosse She is proud of her Chickasaw heritage and is team for three years. He is a leader within the student a member of the Chickasaw Nation. body at school and has been a student leader for sev- She is graduating as the Salutatorian of her eral student retreats. As an active member in church Meeker High School graduating class with a GPA youth ministry, he has served as the youth intern at of 3.96. Her senior activities include president of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, served on mission her chapter of the National Honor Society, band trips to Mexico and Bahamas and will be going to Is- representative in student council, and Vision rael this summer. Bank board member. After graduation Gabe plans on attending college She earned a chair in the OSSAA All State Band and getting his degree in youth ministry. playing the tuba. She has earned superior ratings Gabe, we all love you so much and are so proud of the on Solos and Ensembles at the District and State man God is molding you to be! level in ninth through 12th grade. She has been a member of her school band programs since sixth grade. She has been awarded Oklahoma High School Honor Society recipient ninth through 12th grade, OBU Honor Bands awards ninth through 12th grade and ECOBDA Honor Bands awards ninth through 12th grade. She was awarded the Regional STEM Scholar and Regional STEM Brooklyn Biffle Standout award, Outstanding Student Awards for Biology I, AP US History and Musi- Brooklyn Biffle is a 2019 graduate of Varnum cian awards throughout her high school years. High School, Seminole, Okla. She is the daughter She plans to attend Oklahoma State University at Stillwater, Okla., in the fall and of Brandon and Sarah Biffle. She is the grand- major in music production and music education. She has been accepted as a member daughter of Joe and Connie Elmore and Charlotte of the Oklahoma State Marching Band. and Eldon Sizemore. She is the valedictorian of her class at Varnum High School. She is a member of Oklahoma Honor Society, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Indi- an Student Honor Society and is a region stem Sierra Jade Brown scholar. Sierra Jade Brown of Wewoka, Okla., is a 2019 Brooklyn along with her fellow Lady Whippets graduate of Butner High School, Cromwell, Okla. are the 2019 Class B State Basketball Champions. She is the daughter of Wendy Harrison, of We- After high school, she plans to attend Univer- woka and Greg Brown, of Shawnee, Okla. She is sity of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. the granddaughter of William and the Late Carol Harrison, of Wewoka and Linda Brown, also of Wewoka. She is the great-granddaughter of Wil- liam and Mary Harrison and Homer and Charlene Hulsey. She is the great-great-granddaughter of Zyan Keet Parkey Serena Colbert and original enrollee Cathy Il- letewahke. Sierra is the mother of Amelia Brown. Zyan Keet Parkey of Memphis, Tenn., is a 2019 She is valedictorian of her graduating class, graduate of Center Hill High School, Olive Branch, cheerleader, cross country athlete, a member of Miss. He is the son of Bill and Stephany Parkey. the slow and fast pitch softball teams and re- He has been involved in his school and church’s ceived all conference honorable mention for fast music programs throughout high school years. pitch softball. She was voted homecoming queen. He is a musician, singer and song writer. He is She is a National Honor Society member and has also on the Children’s ministry team at his home placed first at interscholastic meets. She is mem- church, as well as on a state level. He is a great ber of First Baptist Church youth group and Stonewall Baptist Church. She is a mem- teacher, influencer and leader among his peers ber of Future Farmers of American (FFA) and has competed in goat and sheep shows and the children that he leads. and Greenhand. She has participated in NASA Space camp, US Air Force, Summer Zyan plans to attend Urshan College in St. Lou- STEM academy and Bernard Harris Camp of Natural History. She was an extra in First is, MO where he will major in Christian ministries Encounter and Te Ata. and music. He is good student, smart, witty and is just an all-around good guy! Nashoba Curtis Parks Emily Elizabeth Fey Nashoba Curtis Parks is a 2019 graduate of Park High School, Livingston, Mont. He is the son of Greg Emily Elizabeth Fey is a 2019 graduate of and Teresa Parks. He is the grandson of Haskell and Shawnee Mission East High School, Prairie Vil- Judy Parks and Roadel and Patricia McPherson. His lage, Kan. She is a direct descendent of Cyrus great-great-grandmother was original enrollee, Harris. Phoebe Underwood. Emily is Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Harbinger, a He loves to fish and hunt elk and deer with his national award-winning student-run publication, bow along with hunting elk antler sheds in the a Quill & Scroll National Advisory Board Member, spring. He enjoys riding dirt bikes and snowmobiles co-captain of the Shawnee Mission Girls’ Varsity and anything else that goes fast. Lacrosse Team, Distributive Education Clubs of He will be attending WyoTech at Laramie, Wyo., America (DECA) member and SHARE Volunteer in the fall for diesel technology and will also be at- member, where she developed and ran a home- tending the Hot Rod Specialty program. work assistance program for disadvantaged el- Good luck with your start in life, Nash. We Love You! ementary school students and co-chaired a vol- unteer initiative for an animal rescue program. Emily has received national and international recognition for her writing and page design, in- cluding 2nd Place Front Page Design of the Year Tvli Elijah Ne’Ayhe Birdshead National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA), Hon- Tvli Elijah Ne’Ayhe Birdshead is a 2019 graduate orable Mention News Story of the Year (NSPA), F&R Editors’ Choice Award (Gloria of Latta High School, Ada Okla. He is the son Shields/NSPA Media Workshop), 1st Place In-Depth News Story (Youth Journalism of Taloa Birdshead and Jonathan Sharp. He is International), 2nd Place Feature Story (Quill & Scroll National Competition), Honor- the grandson of Rev. Gary and Cheryl Weeden able Mention Feature Story Write-Off Competition (NSPA), Superior-In Designer (Gloria and the late Cheyenne & Arapaho Chief Joseph Shields Workshop) and Excellence Award News Story Write-Off Competition (NSPA). Birdshead and Joann Birdshead. She has won multiple awards at state and local DECA competitions, including three He has been involved in Chikasha Pehlichi Ikbi, 1st Place awards at the 2019 Kansas State DECA Competition. Last year, she was Native Youth Community Project and student selected for the All-Metro Girls’ Lacrosse Team. Her lacrosse awards include the council. He has competed in the Oklahoma Tewaaratan Award (Most Outstanding Player). Native American Youth Language Fair since 2011, Other awards and recognition include Kansas Honor Scholar, Quill & Scroll Hon- where he has sang and prayed in his Choctaw or Society and National Honor Society. Emily was selected by her classmates as a language for years and is in the process of Sweetheart Court Candidate. She also was selected as a member of the Community learning prayers in Chickasaw/Cheyenne/and America Teen Advisory Board, which helped plan, develop and market a College Cost Arapaho as well. He was a recipient of the State & Compare App that won a National Parenting Award. Superintendent Art’s Excellent Award in 2018, Emily has worked throughout her high school years, including writing for Vice, SEASAM Juror’s Award 2019, SEASAM Best of a national publication and for Mission Hills Living Magazine. Last summer, she in- 2D Award Youth Division 2016, First Place in terned with the University of Kansas Medical Center in the Molecular & Integrative Red Earth Youth Division 2D 2016 and First Place Physiology Department. Youth Poster Art in the Oklahoma Native American Youth Language Fair 2019. He Emily will be attending the University of Southern California as a Trustee Scholar attends Grace Christian Fellowship Church and also participates in the Cheyenne in the fall. & Arapaho Sundance Ceremony. Tvli plans to attend the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santé Fe, NM., this fall where he will study Indigenous Liberal Studies and minor in Studio Art. He hopes to use his art as a platform to advocate for positive change and awareness in Serenity Christina Cohee regards to issues and laws pertaining to Indigenous people.

Serenity Christina Cohee is a 2019 graduate of Ard- more High School, Ardmore, Okla. She is the daughter Taylor Stephens of Charles and Fredia Cohee. She is the granddaughter of the late Ralph and Christine Cohee. Taylor Stephens is a 2019 graduate of Latta Her activities include being an Ardmore High School High School, Ada, Okla. She is the daughter of cheerleader for two years, Leaflets, National Technical Jeff and Amy Norton and Linda Shaw and the Honor Society and Oklahoma Indian Student Honor late Doug Stephens. She is the granddaugh- Society. She attends Jehovah Baptist Church and par- ter of Janet Stephens and the late Lloyd and ticipates in the youth choir and praise dance team. Brenda Shaw. Since attending Southern Oklahoma Vo-Tech, she Taylor loves spending time with her friends has earned her CNA, phlebotomy and mat certifica- and family. Her activities include National tions. She is a registered medical assistant. Honor Society and Family, Career and Com- Her future plan is to attend college and become a munity Leaders of America (FCCLA). She has registered nurse. practiced cosmetology for two years. She plans to work as a hair stylist. May 2019 graduates CHICKASAW TIMES 15 Clay Banks Zachary Strader Zachary Strader is a 2019 graduate of Califor- Clay Banks is a 2019 graduate of Gunter High nia State University Monterey Bay. He earned a School, Gunter, Texas. He is the son of Jeff and bachelor of science degree in computer sciences. Regina Jack Banks. He is the grandson of Bruce He balanced academics and athletics for his A. and Barbara Jack. He is the great-grandson of entire college career, qualifying to run with the Thomas (Tom) Jack. He is the great-great-grand- men’s cross country team at both university and son of Walter Thomas Jack and the great-great- junior college levels, and was named as second great-grandson of original enrollee Mary Sugar team All-Western State honoree for the 2014 Cali- (Shug) Johnson Jack. fornia CoC JuCo champions. He has been active in FFA (Future Farmers of As a third generation Chickasaw Indian, he America) for six years. looks forward to qualifying for membership in Clay plans to attend Texas Tech University in the American Indian Science and Engineering Lubbock, Texas and pursue a degree in construc- Society (AISES) and American Indian Business tion engineering. Leaders (AIBL) with his newly acquired creden- tials, as means to promote and support contin- ued interest in STEM for future generations. Focused in the discipline of software engi- neering, he will use his refined skillset to develop software programs through a Alicia Hill process of invention and creation as he enters this relatively new, high-tech indus- try. Alicia Hill is a 2019 graduate of California State Univer- sity, Chico, Calif. She earned a bachelor’s in game develop- ment and two minors in applied computer graphics and video game design. Chase Bryer Alicia is not only a lifetime member, but was also the Golden Key International Honor Society CSU Chico’s Chap- Chase Bryer is a 2019 graduate of University ter President from fall of 2017 to spring of 2019. of Oklahoma. He is the son of Justin and Deb- She would like to express her gratitude to her profes- bie Bryer. He is the grandson of Eugene and Judy sors in CAGD for guiding her to success in her educational Bryer and Carl and Donna Pershica. journey. She would also like to express gratitude for her He earned a degree in Human Rights and Media family who have supported and assisted her on every step and a minor in International Studies. He has been of her educational journey and who are proud of her ac- involved in a number of extracurricular activities complishments. She is a first-generation college graduate during his time at OU including the President’s in her family. Leadership Class (PLC), Soonerthon, Dunham She is proud of her Chickasaw heritage and would like to College Council, and Beta Upsilon Chi fraternity. express her gratitude for the support from the Chickasaw He also served as a Campus Tour Guide, a Peer- Nation for their scholarship programs, which immensely Teaching Assistant and an intern at Oklahoma’s helped in her pursuit of completing her educational goals first state-certified Human Trafficking Crisis and a brighter future for herself. Center. He has studied abroad in Arezzo, Italy in Alicia has plans to further her higher education in the 2016 and is currently studying at OU’s affiliate fall of 2019. partnership program in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, until graduation in May. His future plans are to attend Washington University’s Brown School to pursue a Master’s of Social Work with a concentration in International Social and Economic Development. At Brown School, he was recently named a Buder Scholar, a graduate Cody J. Standridge program committed to the education of American Indian, Alaska Native and Indig- Cody J. Standridge of Del City, Okla., is a 2019 enous students. graduate of the University of Oklahoma (OU). He is the son of Darrell and Gina Standridge. He is the grandson of Darrell and Barbara Standridge, Shirley and Charles Emmerling and Richard Hat- Kari Douglass ton. Kari Douglass is a 2019 graduate of a tribal affiliated program, Dental Health Aide Cody will graduate from OU with special dis- Therapy (DHAT), Anchorage, Ala. She is the daughter of Sharla Curtis. She is the tinction honors in May 2019. He has earned a granddaughter of Patrica Bostick. bachelor’s in computer science (engineering) with Kari moved to Alaska in July 2017 with her now fiancé and dog, after being accepted a minor in math. Cody has been on the President’s into the program. She spent her first year of didactic training at Anchorage and sec- Honor Roll or Dean’s Honor Roll every semester. ond year of clinicals at Bethel, Ala. To be in this program, she had to be sponsored by He works at OU tutoring students who struggle in a sponsoring dental clinic where she will return to and begin her career as a dental math classes. He has been awarded The John B. therapist. She is sponsored by the NARA (Native American Rehabilitation Association) Herrington Scholarship and The Computer Craft Dental Clinic, as well as the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board. Corporation Scholarship, in addition to the Chick- After graduation she plans to return to Portland, Ore., to work for the NARA (Na- asaw Nation General Scholarships. He was also tive American Rehabilitation Association) dental clinic as a dental provider. In this chosen for the elite Software Studio Program at position as a mid-level provider dental provider, she will be doing preventative dental OU. During his undergraduate, he has volunteered treatment, as well as restorations (filling cavities), cleanings, simple extractions and and worked many events for the Engineering Department. community outreach programs. She will be working under a supervising dentist. He will intern summer 2019 for the Paycom Corporation and plans to continue Kari will be wearing a traditional Chickasaw dress for the day of graduation and a his education at OU in the fall of 2019, where he has been accepted into the master’s ribbon skirt the day before graduation during presentations. program in computer science. Cody has worked hard to represent himself, school and community with dignity and pride. Mary “Salina” Crawford Wright

Mary “Salina” Crawford Wright is a Dec. 2018 graduate of West Texas A&M University, Canyon, Texas. She is the daughter of Ray and Elisa Crawford. She is the granddaughter of Mary Helen Owens Crawford. Salina earned a bachelor’s degree with honors in elementary education. At graduation ceremonies she proudly wore her Chikasha Holitoplichi graduation stole. Achieving this goal would not have been possible without the support of the Chickasaw Nation and her husband, Taylor. Salina is making use of her degree by teaching 4th and 5th grade science in Morton, Texas. She is also sharing the love of learning with her three Chickasaw sons, Maxton, Owen and Ford.

Apply for Chickasaw Royalty, deadline Aug.23

The deadline to apply to become a member of Chickasaw Royalty is Friday, Aug. 23. Chickasaw Princesses serve as Chickasaw Nation ambassadors. As tribal representatives, they ap- pear at a variety of events and ac- tivities throughout the year. Eligibility: • Age 17-25 for Chicka- saw Princess; age 12-16 for Chicka- saw Jr. Princess; and age 7-11 for 2018 - 2019 Chickasaw Royalty from left: Chickasaw Princess Mikayla Hook; Little Miss Chickasaw. Little Miss Chickasaw Jadyce Burns; and Chickasaw Jr. Princess Lakala • Reside within the Chickasaw Orphan. Nation boundaries, be at least one- quarter Chickasaw and a registered citizen of the Chickasaw Nation. • Enrolled in school, submit a recent grade report, have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be in good standing with the school. In addition to the application, candidates must also include a copy of their CDIB and citizenship cards, a 5x7 photo (black-and-white or color) and three references (who are not related to the candidate). Applications are available at Chickasaw.net/PrincessProgram and at the Chickasaw Nation Youth Services Division, 231 Seabrook Road, Ada, Okla. For more information, contact Mary Hartley at (580) 310-9539 or (580) 272-7710. 16 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019 MARCH 2019 LEGISLATIVE MINUTES APRIL 2019 RESOLUTIONS, CONTINUED CHICKASAW NATION TRIBAL LEGISLATURE REGULAR SESSION Use: For the Chickasaw Nation expansion of the Chickasaw Nation Campus properties Legislature Building Purpose: Self-determination Ada, Oklahoma Presented by: Land Development Committee March 15, 2019 Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen Good- night, Shana Hammond, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER Perkins Chairperson Toby Perkins called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. General Resolution Number 36-025 AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL Approval of Development Budget Amendment Members present: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Tishomingo Capitol Campus Improvements Karen Goodnight, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins Explanation: This resolution approves the amendment to the Development Budget Members absent: Lisa J. Billy, Tim Colbert, Shana Hammond for the Tishomingo Capitol Campus Improvements, Project Number HDQ-19017-TIS-HQ Staff present: Monette Richardson, Recording Secretary Pro Tempore, Harold Stick, in the amount of $3,812,864.00. Sergeant-At-Arms, Les Wesberry, Legislative Counsel The annual meeting is held in Tishomingo, Oklahoma. Chickasaw citizens gather in Guests present: Keisha Factor, Terry Factor, Dana Lance, Chris Shields their historic capitol city to share their culture and reaffirm their sovereignty through AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION active involvement in self-governance. The Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival con- Invocation was given by Mrs. Alexander. tinues to attract more citizens from around the world to Tishomingo each fall, and their AGENDA ITEM #4 READING OF MINUTES - February 15, 2019 interest in sharing a gathering space continues to increase. In addition to participating A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Barker to approve the February in the Annual Meeting, the Chickasaw people like to fellowship, enjoy a meal, and share 15, 2019 minutes. their culture. To date, these events have taken place in temporary structures across Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Tishomingo and recently on the grounds surrounding the Chickasaw Capitol Building. Karen Goodnight, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins Permanent pavilions for the traditional meal, cultural demonstrations, and the South- 10 yes votes eastern Art Show and Market would provide improved safety and accessibility for citi- The motion to approve the minutes of February 15, 2019 carried unanimously. zens and artists. Since the pavilions could be used for citizen events throughout the AGENDA ITEM #5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS year, the pavilions would be multi-use instead of the single-purpose, rented tents; thus, There was no unfinished business. saving tribal resources in the long run. AGENDA ITEM #6: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Presented By: Finance Committee (A) LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair David Woerz Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen Good- General Resolution Number 36-019, Resolution Changing the Meeting Day for the night, Shana Hammond, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby April, 2019, Legislative Session Perkins This resolution changes the meeting day for the Regular Session of the Chickasaw Tribal Legislature in April, 2019. The April Regular Session falls on Good Friday, which COMMITTEE REPORTS is a Chickasaw Nation scheduled Holiday; therefore, it is imperative the Legislative Ses- sion be held on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Land Development Committee A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Barker to approve GR36-019. April 8, 2019 Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Present: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Lisa Impson, Steve Woods Karen Goodnight, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins Absent: Lisa J. Billy, Toby Perkins 10 yes votes Finance Committee The motion to approve GR36-019 carried unanimously. April 8, 2019 Mr. Woerz concluded his report. Present: Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Shana Hammond, Scott Wood (B) LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Linda Briggs Absent: Tim Colbert, David Woerz General Resolution Number 36-020, Service Line Agreement in Latimer County Finance Committee Dobson Technologies has requested the Chickasaw Nation grant a service line agree- April 8, 2019 ment for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, operating, transmitting, distributing, Present: Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Shana Hammond, Toby Perkins repairing, and replacing fiber optic lines situated in Latimer County, Oklahoma. Absent: Tim Colbert, David Woerz A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Mrs. Alexander to approve GR36- Finance Committee 020. April 15, 2019 Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Present: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Shana Hammond, David Woerz, Karen Goodnight, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins Toby Perk ins 10 yes votes Absent: Connie Barker The motion to approve GR36-020 carried unanimously. Comittee of the Whole Meeting General Resolution Number 36-021, Service Line Agreement in Latimer County April 15, 2019 Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) has requested the Chickasaw Nation grant Present: Beth Alexander, Lisa J. Billy, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen a service line for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, installing, repairing and Goodnight, Shana Hammond, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins replacing cables situated in Latimer County, Oklahoma. Absent: Connie Barker, Scott Wood A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Mrs. Alexander to approve GR36- 021. Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen Goodnight, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins 10 yes votes Visitors love joining The motion to approve GR36-021 carried unanimously. in our Stomp Dance Ms. Briggs concluded her report. demonstrations. AGENDA ITEM #7 NEW BUSINESS (Comments from Citizens) There was no new business to discuss or comments from citizens. AGENDA ITEM #8 ADJOURNMENT The Legislative Session adjourned at 9:10 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Scott Wood, Secretary Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature Prepared by: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature APRIL 2019 RESOLUTIONS

General Resolution Number 36-022 Every day, visitors join us in Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Johnston County demonstrations of our Stomp Dance Explanation: This Resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real tradition. It’s part of a world-class property in Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, for the Chickasaw Nation destination where we share expansion of the Chickasaw Nation Capitol Campus properties described below: our culture, year-round, from Legal description from deed: Lot Five (5) And the South 45 feet of Lot six (6), in block sixty-nine (69) in the town of the Village to exhibit halls and Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, according to the official map or plat thereof. galleries. Join us! Legal description in geodetic bearings: All of Lot 5 and the South 45 feet of Lot 6, Block 69, Town of Tishomingo, Johnston SEASONS OF CELEBRATION County, Oklahoma, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Lot 5; thence N 55°25’06” W a distance of 140.00 feet to the Southwest cor- ner of Lot 5; thence N 34°34’36” E along the West line of said Lot 5 and Lot 6 a distance of 120.00 feet; thence S 55°25’06” E a distance of 140.00 feet to a point on the East line of Lot 6; thence S 34°34’36” W along the East line of Lot 5 and 6 a distance of 120.00 feet to the point of beginning. Property Location: 301 North Mickle Street, Tishomingo, Oklahoma. Use: For the Chickasaw Nation expansion of the Chickasaw Nation Campus properties. Purpose: Self-determination. Presented by: Land Development Committee. Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen Good- night, Shana Hammond, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby Perkins General Resolution Number 36-023 Approving an Oil and Gas Lease on a Severed Fee Mineral Interest in Love County in Favor of R.D. Williams & Co. Horticulture Discover our gardens, Explanation: This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s execution of an Oil and from spring planting through harvest. Gas lease in favor of R.D. Williams & Co., 333 West Main Street #335, Ardmore, Okla- homa,73401, of: The severed fee mineral interest in and under Lots 14 and 15 of Block 26 of the Townsite of Marietta, Love County, Oklahoma, according to the official and recorded plat on file in the office of the County Clerk in and for Love County, Oklahoma, containing Stickball Games Chickasaw people 0.7438 acres, more or less have played for centuries and still do to This Oil and Gas Lease is made in lieu of a pooling election under Oklahoma this day in our Traditional Village. Corporation Commission Order No. 691714 in Cause CD No. 201810462. The leased prop- erty is part of a 1280 acre, multi-section unit containing Sections 17 and 20 in Township 7 South, Range 2 East. Presented by: Land Development Committee OPEN DAILY Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Dr. Karen Good- EXCEPT night, Shana Hammond, Lisa Impson, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods, Toby HOLIDAYS Perkins General Resolution Number 36-024 Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Johnston County Explanation: This Resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property in Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, for the Chickasaw Nation expan- sion of the Chickasaw Nation Capitol Campus properties described below: All of Lot 1, in Block 69, in the Town of Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, ac- cording to the official map and plat thereof. Property Location: 506 West 7th Street, Tishomingo, Oklahoma CHICKASAWCULTURALCENTER.COM • SULPHUR, OK • 580-622-7130 May 2019 CHICKASAW TIMES 17 Senior Chief Gunner’s Mate retirement flag makes stop in Ada

three deployments to the Middle In this way, his flag followed and where veterans can comfort- East. the same path Wallace did over ably gather and enjoy the cama- As a gunner’s mate, his work the years. raderie of their brothers-in-arms. focused on the operation of naval At the end of the journey the The lodge is a home away from guns as well as basic explosives, flag was shipped back to Mr. Wal- home for all Chickasaw veterans. guidance and tracking systems, lace’s unit in Yorktown and pre- small arms, naval ammunition sented to him during his retire- About the Chickasaw classification and safety. He went ment ceremony. It was encased in on to prepare new members of a shadow box with memorabilia Warrior Society the Coast Guard for these same and tokens representing his mili- The reputation of Chickasaw duties at Yorktown. tary history and feats. warriors is centuries old. Ancient Before his retirement ceremony “The ceremony is mainly for Chickasaws were recognized as a March 29 in Virginia, Mr. Wal- my family to see where I’ve been warrior nation that formed societ- lace’s flag traveled to a number of and what I’ve done,” Mr. Wallace ies to participate in battle. These units in which he served – one lo- said. “Now, I’m coming back to Chickasaw veteran Brian Wallace’s retirement warrior societies were ingrained flag, now encased in a shadow box alongside Brian Wallace, U.S. Coast Guard Senior Chief cation for each ascending rank he Oklahoma to visit.” into the Chickasaw way of life. memorabilia representing his military history, Gunner’s Mate, served as school chief at the obtained. These locations includ- Thinking back on his time in The tradition of the Chickasaw made a ceremonial stop in Ada at the Chickasaw Coast Guard Class-A training center in Yorktown, ed Yorktown, Virginia; Baltimore, the Coast Guard, he said he re- warrior has continued to present Nation Veterans Lodge. Mr. Wallace’s flag also Virginia before retiring this year.. His service Maryland; St. Petersburg, Florida; called a few fond highlights. He day. Chickasaw men and women traveled to a number of units with which he spanned 26 years and took him to Aruba, Jamaica, St. Marys, Georgia; Charleston, jokingly mentioned how many served – one location for each ascending rank have answered the call to serve the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, the South Carolina; and Portsmouth, more stories he’d have to share he obtained. The locations included Yorktown, our great nation in every branch Panama Canal, and three different deployments Virginia. if they were all cleared for public Virginia; Baltimore, Maryland; St. Petersburg, of the military, and have fought to the Middle East. In particular, Mr. Wallace asked knowledge. Florida; St. Marys, Georgia; Charleston, South for their country on numerous ADA, Okla. – A Chickasaw U.S. for his flag to travel to the Chick- There was the time Mr. Wallace Carolina; and Portsmouth, Virginia. battlefields throughout the world. military serviceman chose the asaw Nation Veterans Lodge in and his team made an exception- Chickasaw veterans are invited Chickasaw Nation Veterans Lodge Ada. It is the first such request al drug bust. His family in Okla- the Chickasaw Nation Veterans to visit the Veterans Lodge located as one of the ceremonial stops for the Chickasaw Nation has re- homa called him excited about Lodge as a last stop for his retire- on the Ada South Campus, 1909 his retirement flag. ceived, according to Phillip Billy, catching a glimpse of him on the ment flag, he said, because it rep- Warrior Way. The 14,500-square- Brian Wallace, U.S. Coast Chickasaw Nation Director of Vet- nightly news. resented where he comes from. foot facility provides a place to Guard Senior Chief Gunner’s erans Affairs. One memory is still hanging “I’m Chickasaw. That’s how I gather for fellowship. The staff Mate, served as school chief at “It is a great honor to have Se- at Coast Guard headquarters in grew up,” he said. “When the Vet- is trained to help veterans find the Coast Guard Class-A train- nior Chief Brian Wallace’s retire- Washington, D.C. It is a large oil erans Lodge opened up, I said, and apply for benefits available ing center in Yorktown, Virginia. ment flag flown at the Chickasaw painting of Mr. Wallace in full you know what, I want my flag to them through the Chickasaw Similar to a superintendent, Mr. Nation Veterans Lodge,” Mr. Billy gear from his time working in an- over there. They are the people Nation, the federal and state gov- Wallace oversaw eight schools, said. “His tenure to commitment ti-terrorism on a Maritime Safety taking care of the veterans. It ernments. which trained newer members of to service to our country dem- and Security Team. would be an honor for me to fly For more information about the the Coast Guard for their special- onstrates the Chickasaw warrior “We were an anti-terrorism my flag, as its last stop, there.” Chickasaw Nation Veterans Lodge ized roles. spirit.” boarding team, fast roping out The lodge is a place where or other services offered through Mr. Wallace was born and At each stop, the flag was of helicopters,” Mr. Wallace said. Chickasaw veterans can seek help Chickasaw Nation Veterans Af- raised in Purcell, Okla. His ser- raised during morning colors, “The painting represents our law in times of need, where programs fairs, call (580) 272-2550 or visit vice spanned 26 years and took flown throughout the day and enforcement community, the an- and services are readily available Chickasaw.net/Veterans. him to Aruba, Jamaica, the Do- taken down during evening col- ti-terrorism team.” minican Republic, Puerto Rico, ors, then shipped to the next lo- Mr. Wallace is a Chickasaw War- Cuba, the Panama Canal and cation. rior Society member. He preferred Fur Trade Era Rendezvous at Fort Washita Chickasaw youth language teams garner awards at Language Fair recorded pronunciations grouped by themes and purpose. Greet- ings, food, animals and technol- ogy are some of the lessons. A collaboration between the Chickasaw Nation and Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading lan- guage-learning software com- pany, offers interactive language lessons for speakers of all levels. Users can access Rosetta Stone Chickasaw, a cloud-based pro- Mountain men prepare the cannon at the 2019 Rendezvous re-enactment April 3-7 at Fort Washita

gram, through a computer or near Durant, Okla. Jacquelyn Sparks mobile app for Android/Apple DURANT, Okla. - The yearly Fur War. devices. Rosetta Stone Chickasaw Trade Era Rendezvous was April After the war, the fort was is available at no cost to Chicka- 3-7 at Fort Washita near Durant. granted to the Chickasaw Nation. saw citizens. Chickasaw Nation The event featured educational Later, the Dawes Commission al- employees and the general public stations, archery tag, stickball lotted the fort and surrounding Top from left: Aalyiah Pickens, Alex Domebo, Kortez Harjo, Kinley Reeves, Mya Cryer, Jaime Lewis and may purchase the app. For more and cultural demonstrations. land to the Charles and Abbie Da- Kayden Harjo. Bottom row from left: Kyree Smith, Harley Smith, Wyatt Lewis, Regina Curtis, Karen information, visit www.Chicka- Fort Washita was built in 1842 vis Colbert family. Harjo and Francis Domebo. Young Chickasaw linguists from the Chickasaw Children’s Village in Kingston saw.net/RosettaStone. as the Southwestern-most U.S. Fort Washita gives visitors the placed second in the skit or short play category for their performance of “Hofanti” (Thrive), which was produced by house parent Ramona Fox. Chickasaw.TV has a channel military post. The mission of opportunity to explore the re- dedicated to learning the Chicka- Fort Washita was to protect the stored structures, see Civil War NORMAN, Okla. – A Chickasaw homa and other states gathered saw language through lessons, Chickasaw and Choctaw tribes re-enactments and experience a youth language class took home for the fair. Participants took to songs, games and stories. Visit from the Plains tribes. number of special events. a first place award and students the stage in live presentations of the Chikashshanompa’ channel Fort Washita operated through To learn more about Fort Washi- from the Chickasaw Children’s song, speech and story. Students’ at www.Chickasaw.TV. 1865 and still stands today as a ta, call (580) 924-6502. Village earned second at the 2019 poster art, films, books, cartoons With Chipota Chikashshanom- historic site and museum where Oklahoma Native American Youth and writing were also on display. poli, the Chickasaw Nation offers visitors can learn what life was CONTRIBUTED BY Savannah Burwell, Tribal Com- Language Fair April 1 at the Sam Chickasaw students joined language classes to the general like before and during the Civil munications Noble Museum in Norman. Choctaws (Chahta), Kiowas, Shaw- public at no charge to any in- The students’ winning lan- nees, Pawnees, Creeks (Mvskoke), terested student age four to 14. guage skills were displayed with Comanches, Lakotas, Seminoles Students learn the Chickasaw a skit, a prayer, a hymn and a and other Nations in sharing and language through total physical unique cultural skit. celebrating their culture at the response activities and song. The The Chipota Chikashshanom- event. classes are available in Ada. poli (Children Speaking Chicka- Chickasaw community lan- saw) Language Club took first in Learning the language guage classes - open to the public the traditional song category with The Chickasaw Nation offers at no charge with no age restric- Hymn 184. many learning opportunities for tion - meet weekly in Ada, Ard- Josie Morgan, Sophie Mater, students of all ages looking to im- more, Purcell, Sulphur and Tisho- Evie Riden, Brenlee Underwood prove their linguistic skills or be- mingo. Each class is taught by a and Gabrielle Nucosee from Chi- gin learning Chikashshanompa’ fluent speaker or fluent speaker pota Chikashshanompoli earned (the Chickasaw language). with facilitator. first place in the sixth- to eighth- A self-teaching portal and Contact Teresa Workman with grade skit or short play perfor- workbook can be accessed online the Chickasaw Language Revital- mance category with a rendition at www.Chickasaw.net/Anompa. ization Program at (580) 272-5318 of “Three Little Pigs.” There, the language is taught in for more information. Also earning a first place award was Natalie Hilton, winner in the individual spoken prayer catego- ry. YOUR In ninth- to 12th-grade group, Evie Riden, Hazel Abelli, Natalie Hilton, August Ficht and Melanie Ficht performed a karate skit and earned second place. The Chickasaw Children’s Vil- V lage, based in Kingston, Okla., OTE placed second in the skit or short YOUR play category. Ramona Fox pro- duced the cultural skit “Hofanti” (Thrive). Mya Cryer from the Children’s Back row from left: Natalie Hilton, Brenlee Underwood, August Ficht and Melanie Ficht. Middle row Village and Elsa Munoz from the from left: Josie Morgan, Sophie Mater, Kailin Bare, Jayla Underwood, Ariana Munoz, Mariah Trevino, language class were recognized Gabrielle Nucosee and Jacoby Impson. Bottom row from left: Evie Riden, Hazel Abelli, Elsa Munoz, VOICE BE A CHICKASAW VOTER. for their posters. Kadynce Hamilton and Danya Impson. Students gather around props for their performances at the Hundreds of student speakers 2019 Oklahoma Native American Youth Language Fair. The group practiced weekly in anticipation of VOTE IN THE NEXT TRIBAL ELECTION. of Native languages from Okla- the event and took home an assortment of awards. 18 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019 May is hearing, speech and vision month, preeclampsia awareness; free prenatal classes

The Chickasaw Nation Depart- uations, adult hearing evaluation, An on-site retinal clinic in- vider. riencing any of these symptoms, ment of Health has many excep- hearing aid fittings and repairs. cludes ophthalmologist services If you are pregnant, be on the contact your primary health care tional programs, services and Audiology also performs ves- and a general ophthalmologist. lookout for: provider immediately. resources to offer Chickasaw tibular evaluations and rehab as For more information, or to • Pain in the upper right To schedule an appointment citizens, Chickasaw Nation em- needed. Audiology actively par- schedule an appointment with belly, which can be mistaken for with the Chickasaw Nation Wom- ployees and the community. ticipates in prevention programs, the Department of Health, call ingestion or heart burn en’s Clinic, call (580) 436-3980. At different times in our lives, including diabetic screenings, the Ardmore clinic at (580) 226- • Swelling in hands, face we need to check on our health Head Start screenings and em- 8181, Chickasaw Nation Medical and especially around the eyes Free Prenatal Classes and ensure we are meeting every ployee hearing screenings. Center at (580) 2436-3980, Pur- • Troubled breathing milestone, getting every test or cell clinic at (405) 527-4700 or the • Elevated blood pressure Offered for Expecting immunization needed. Protect- Healthy Vision Month Tishomingo clinic at (580) 387- • Blurry vision, seeing ing our children’s health and Approximately 37 million 2361. spots or chasing lights, partial or Parents maintaining our own well-being adults in America have age- total loss of eyesight The Department of Health is vital. related macular degeneration, Preeclampsia • Hyperreflexia prenatal education classes are cataract, diabetic retinopathy, or • Rapidly gaining weight offered every other Friday to in- Better Hearing and glaucoma, all of which can cause Awareness Month (more than five pounds in a week) troduce parents to the various visual impairment or blindness. The Department of Health • Persistent headaches that services offered through the Speech Month However, recent studies show observes May as Preeclampsia will not go away, even with medi- Chickasaw Nation. The Department of Health that making healthy choices and Awareness Month. Preeclampsia cation Classes are from 10 a.m.-2:30 recognizes May as Better Hear- getting regular eye exams can is a potentially life-threatening • Nausea, especially sud- p.m. and lunch is provided. ing and Speech Month. This pro- help reduce a person’s risk of vi- hypertensive disorder of preg- denly, after mid pregnancy (not Upcoming dates for classes are vides the opportunity to focus on sion loss. In support of Healthy nancy that usually occurs at 20 associated with morning sick- May 3, May 17 and May 31. the importance of getting your Vision Month in May, the Ameri- weeks or later during pregnancy. ness) To prepare and guide parents, hearing checked regularly. The can Academy of Ophthalmology Preeclampsia affects five to eight Some women who are preg- professionals from different Chickasaw Nation Department of is encouraging everyone to take percent of all pregnancies. nant have no symptoms. They fields gather to answer questions Health offers audiology services. charge of their eye health and According to the Preeclamp- may simply feel something is off. at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Audiology appointments are preserve their sight by following sia Foundation, preeclampsia is Never hesitate to contact your Center in Ada. available at all Chickasaw Nation some simple tips. a leading cause of maternal and primary health care provider, if Tours are conducted to famil- satellite health clinics. Chickasaw An integral part of the Depart- infant deaths, and can double a you have a sense that something iarize parents with program loca- citizens and other Indian citizens ment of Health, the Optometry woman’s risk of having a stroke is wrong. tions. with a CDIB card or proof of en- department provides services in or developing heart disease. Talk with your health care pro- Accommodations are made for rollment in a federally-recognized the prevention, diagnosis and If you experience any of the vider early during your pregnan- family members who want to at- tribe and a state birth certificate treatment of eye disease and the following symptoms during preg- cy about your risk of developing tend with expecting parents. are eligible for care. promotion of eye health. When nancy or after delivery, call your preeclampsia. During your preg- For more information or to The audiology program pro- provided early, other eye care ser- doctor right away. Preeclampsia nancy, monitor your blood pres- schedule a class, contact Stepha- vides services in the diagnosis of vices and activities can include signs and symptoms, such as sure and weight regularly. Eating nie Leland or Rachel Hattensty at hearing loss and ear disorders. ocular disease processes to pre- high blood pressure and protein right and exercising regularly can (580) 421-6200. Services include newborn hearing vent further visual impairment or in your urine, are usually mea- reduce your risk of preeclampsia. CONTRIBUTED BY Dallas Rudd, Tribal Communica- screening, pediatric hearing eval- maintain quality of life. sured by your primary care pro- If you are pregnant and expe- tions Chickasaw NextGen Ittafama Ithana’ Historical Society Conference Conference May 30-31 Oklahoma City, Okla.—A new conference for Chickasaws ex- ploring careers or just entering the workforce invites citizens to connect, network and grow in Oklahoma City May 30-31. Chick- asaw NextGen is a one-of-a kind professional development op- portunity for recent high school graduates through citizens aged 25. Taking place in the beautiful Boathouse District near down- town Oklahoma City, the con- The Chickasaw Press provides a wide range of children’s books that includes the Chickasaw language ference offers keynote speakers, and fun educational learning tools. The board of the Chickasaw Historical Society recently came together for a conference at the Chickasaw networking with top business Retreat and Conference Center in Sulphur, Okla. Front row from left, Sue Fish, Rose Jefferson, Leon leaders, resume building, inter- Brown, Pauline Brown, LaDonna Brown and Wiley Barnes. Back row from left, Wayne Edgar, Mary Chickasaw Press book fair May 9 view skills, personal branding Hartley, Adam Stafford, Wilson Seawright, Douglas Strickland, Allen Beck, Charles Tate. and Chickasaw Nation resources. ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw lished as an entity of the Chicka- This conference is open to the Chickasaw Historical Society law April 15, 1994. Since that Press is hosting a book fair saw Nation in 2006. The goal of first 250 eligible applicants. Space members gathered April 3-4 time, the historical society works Thursday, May 9 from 4-8 p.m., Chickasaw Press is to preserve, is limited, please register early. for the fourth annual Ittafama to promote, preserve and protect at the Chickasaw Community perpetuate and provide an aware- Application deadline is May 15. Ithana’ Historical Society Chickasaw culture and family Center, 700 N. Mississippi Ave., ness of Chickasaw history and For more information, or to ap- Conference at the Chickasaw traditions. in Ada. culture. ply, visit NextGen.Chickasaw.net. Retreat and Conference Center. The Journal of Chickasaw Activities include book sign- All Press books will be 25 per- The theme of this year’s gathering History and Culture is published ings, silent auction, giveaways, cent off. Use code SPRING25 to Chickasaw veterans invited was “Chickasaw Journeys.” by the Chickasaw Historical free children’s books, free comic save online! to join in fellowship, activity Guest speakers included Society. This biannual journal books, booths, make-and-takes, For more information, call (580) Choctaw storyteller, Tim Tingle; has featured more than 150 archery tag and food trucks. 436-7282. at Chickasaw Veterans Lodge historian and author, Michael articles covering subjects from This event is free and open to ADA, Okla. - Chickasaw vet- Lovegrove, Ph.D.; historian and pre-history to modern-day events. the public. CONTRIBUTED BY Savannah Burwell, Tribal Com- erans are invited to enjoy fel- author, Daniel Littlefield, Ph.D.; For more information, or Chickasaw Press was estab- munications lowship at the Veterans Lodge and Chickasaw Legislator, Lisa J. to become a member, visit Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-8 Billy. Chickasaw.net/CHS. p.m. located on the Ada South The Chickasaw Historical CONTRIBUTED BY Savannah Burwell, Tribal Com- Alexis Herr awarded Foundation’s inaugural Campus. Society was established by tribal munications The 15,000-square-foot lodge is Chickasaw Nation Dynamic Women Scholarship equipped with a rec room where A Chickasaw college freshman visitors can relax while waiting has been awarded the Chickasaw between medical appointments Foundation’s inaugural Dynamic or anytime during the day. Women of the Chickasaw Nation Table game competitions hap- Summer EBT for Children Scholarship. pen daily including dominoes, Alexis Herr is a freshman at billiards, ping pong, cards and Apply Now! Oklahoma City Community Col- board games. lege. She is an accounting major. Veterans also have the oppor- STUDENTS RECEIVING The Dynamic Women of the tunity to receive assistance when FREE AND REDUCED SCHOOL MEALS Chickasaw Nation Scholarship applying for programs and ser- was established at the Chickasaw vices and filing claims with the MAY QUALIFY FOR FREE FOOD THIS SUMMER! Foundation by the Chickasaw Na- U.S. Department of Veterans Af- APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AUG. 4, 2019. tion Department of Culture and fairs. Humanities to encourage and as- For more information, contact To apply online, go to www.Chickasaw.net/SummerEBT. sist Native American women fur- the Chickasaw Nation Veterans To apply over the phone, call (580) 272-1178 or (844) 256-3467 ther their educations. Services at (580) 272-2550 or Vet- (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday). For more information about [email protected]. This federally funded program is open to both Native American and the Chickasaw Foundation, visit non-Native students. Qualifying families will receive an EBT card ALEXIS HERR ChickasawFoundation.org. (works like a debit card) that allows you to purchase healthy food for Education sessions for the summer. veterans monthly at To qualify for Summer EBT for Children, your child must meet the following requirements: Ada Veterans Lodge • Be enrolled in a participating public school district in grades pre-K ADA, Okla. - Education sessions (4 year old program)–12th grade for the 2018-19 school year • Be eligible to receive free or reduced meals at school for Chickasaw veterans will be Ada Nutrition Services Ardmore Nutrition Services Purcell Nutrition Services Series: Three’s a Crowd Series: Three’s a Crowd Series: Three’s a Crowd hosted every second Friday of - Participation in this program will not impact any government May 7 at 10 a.m. and noon May 7 at 10 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. May 7 at 10 a.m., noon and 6 p.m. May 9 at 10 a.m. and noon May 8 at 10 a.m. and noon May 9 at 10 a.m. and noon the month from 1-3 p.m., at the assistance you and your child currently receive. Chickasaw Veterans Lodge in - Information provided by you on the consent form, or any records Location: Location: Location: 518 E. Arlington, Ada, Oklahoma 2350 Chickasaw Blvd., Ardmore, Oklahoma 1530 Hardcastle Blvd., Purcell, Oklahoma obtained for this program, will be kept confidential as allowed by law, (580) 272-5506 (580) 226-8289 (405) 527-6967 Ada. and will be used only for this project. Sessions will feature guest - Once approved, Summer EBT cards will be mailed to the address speakers in multiple fields. you provided, along with a list of participating stores and a food card Family Life Center Duncan Nutrition Services shopping list that will help you identify approved food items. Series: Three’s a Crowd Series: Three’s a Crowd Speaker topics are chosen by Vet- May 8 at 10 a.m. and noon May 10 at 10 a.m. and noon May 9 at 5:30 p.m. erans Lodge patrons. Location: To learn more, call (580) 272-1178 or Location: 1302 W. Main, Duncan, Oklahoma The topic for May 10 is corn- (844) 256-3467 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., 229 W. Seabrook, Ada, Oklahoma (580) 470-2150 (580) 272-5506 stalk shooting. Monday through Friday. The sessions are open to Chick- Summer EBT for Children is an initiative of the Chickasaw Nation. asaw veterans and their families. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. This material is based upon work that is supported by the Food and For more information, contact Nutrition Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture. the Veterans Lodge at (580) 272- 2550. May 2019 obituaries CHICKASAW TIMES 19 she loved dearly. He was born March 16, 1999, Anthony Patrick Miller; daughter Cecilia Hiawana Memorials may be made to at Ada to Ben and L’Tisha Brown and son in law (son), Kiamichi Lorene Palmer First Christian Church of Okla- Jackson. He graduated from Ada and Jake Heath; grandsons, Woolley Goodwin homa City, or to the Methodist High School, where he played Chase Ryker (Bobcat) Heath and Dobbs Boys Ranch of Gore, Okla. football and track. He was a com- Jayton Rielly Heath; granddaugh- petitive superstar. He was a hard ter, Brylee Jo Heath; three broth- worker. He worked for Braums ers, Gary and David Ramsey and Lee Grace Dunn since graduating high school and Henry Miller; sister, Marquitta became manager at the Braums Phillips; many nieces, nephews, Shahan on Arlington and Country Club cousins and a host of friends. road. He was affiliated with the Bearers were Bobby Clyde Wom- Bible Baptist Church and Arbeka ack, Patrick Miller, Alex Miller, Ceremonial Grounds at Henryet- Michael Miller, Billy Nelson, Mark ta, Okla. He was proud of his Na- Johnson and Jake Heath. tive American Heritage with the Chickasaw, Choctaw, Cherokee Clarissia and Creek Tribes. He was a pop- ular young man and had lots of friends and family. He was kind Henryetta hearted, always smiling and hap- py. He always wanted to help and Wheatley would do anything to help some- Cecilia Hiawana Woolley Good- one. He was an organ donor and Lorene Palmer Dobbs, 67, win was born May 23, 1926 at contributed to saving six lives. He passed away Sunday, March 10, Stonewall, Okla., to William Wal- will always be in our hearts and 2019, at Norman, Okla. Graveside ter Woolley and Lillian Burris always be missed. services were Friday, March 15, Woolley. She was the granddaugh- Lee Grace Dunn Shahan, 80, of He is survived by his mother 2019, at Old Lone Grove Cemetery, ter of the Chickasaw Supreme Norman, loving mother of four and stepfather, L’Tisha Jackson Lone Grove, Okla., with Pastor Court Justice, District Judge and children, 11 grandchildren and and Chester Bear; father and step- Steve Skinner officiating. legislator, Colbert Ashalatubbi two great-grandchildren, passed mother, Ben Jackson and Chasity She was born July 8, 1951, at Ar- Burris. Funeral services were away of natural causes Mar. 30, Jackson; sisters, Athena Jackson, dmore, Okla., to Elizabeth “Suki” Feb. 20, 2019 at First Christian 2019. A memorial service was Cerenity Bear and Rez Anderson Palmer. She attended school in Church, of Oklahoma City. April 5 at the First Presbyterian all of Ada, and Saykra Burgraff Ardmore. She married David She attended school at Stone- Church, of Norman, Okla. of Mannford, Okla.; brothers, Ti- Dobbs Jan. 1, 1967 and from this wall and graduated from Stone- She was born Dec. 25, 1938 at tan Jackson, Cyrus Bear, Dominic marriage came three children; wall High School. She began her Oklahoma City to L.G. Dunn and William and Chaio Jackson all of Ricky, Christine and Gwen. Their college education at Christian Artie Lucille Marti Dunn. She re- Ada, and Ben Burgraff and Thad- marriage ended in 2004. She was College, Columbia, Mo., gradu- ceived a Bachelor of Arts in Eng- deus Burgraff both of Mannford, a homemaker most of her life. ating with an associate of arts lish from the University of Okla- Okla.; grandparents, Carol Reed, Even after raising her children, degree. She then moved to Evan- homa in 1966 and in 1970 she Jim Reed, Rhonda Omsted, Helen Clarissia Henryetta Wheatley, they were still the focus of her ston, Ill., to attend Northwestern was awarded a Master of Arts in Jackson and Ray Jackson; and 93, passed away April 2, 2019, at life. She would love to spend time University. There, she was active English Literature. She taught col- numerous aunts, uncles, cousins Surprise, Ariz. with her friends, eating out and in the broadcasting department lege English and had a long career and other relatives and friends. She was born Feb. 3, 1926 at going to church and family ac- and Children’s Theatre and grad- as the Director of Admissions Bearers were Sheldon Hysten, Okmulgee, Okla., to the late Al- tivities. A devoted Christian, she uated with a bachelor’s degree and Student Services and as the Jason Morgan, Darren Hawkins, bert Perry Wheatley and Clarissie loved to read her Bible and attend in speech. She went on to the Director of Career Services at the Zach Conger, Titan Jackson, To- Henryetta Altstatt-Wheatley. Her church services. University of Oklahoma where OU College of Law. She raised four bias Stout and Micco Johnson. name was changed when she was She was preceded in death by she earned her Master of Educa- children, Kelly, Kenneth and “the a child to Polly Lou Shockley. her parents; daughter, Gwen tion degree. She taught school at twins,” Kathryn and Kyle. She married Dominic DiVito Dobbs; brother, Harry “Sonny Stonewall then in Oklahoma City The joy of Ms. Shahan’s life Marion Zachary Jan. 20, 1925 at Okmulgee. Her Boy” Bohannon; and an infant at West Nichols Hills Elementary was watching the growth and ac- beloved husband of 66 years pre- brother. and Eisenhower Middle School. complishments of her children (Zack) Miller ceded her in death. Lorene is survived by her son, She also enjoyed substitute teach- and grandchildren. She was con- She is survived by her children, Ricky Dobbs and wife, Melissa, of ing for many years after her re- stantly doting on all of them and Franklin DiVito (Dixie), Robert Di- Lone Grove; daughter, Christine tirement. spent her days calling, texting Vito (Cathey) and Margaret DiVito- “Sissy” Roe and husband, James, Since 1940, “Cici” spent every and emailing to stay in touch. McGuire (Mike). She also leaves to of Lone Grove; grandchildren, Ra- summer in Sturgeon Bay, Wis., For Christmas and birthdays, her cherish her memory, many grand- chael Ditto and husband, Samuel, where she made lifelong friends already-wrapped presents never children, great grandchildren Trevor Jessen, Bobby Roper, Vicki and memories. She adored these failed to timely arrive, all around and great-great-grandchildren. Dobbs, Hunter Roe, Aasjaa Dobbs, vacations and was even proposed the world. Polly, always a faithful friend, Derrick Dobbs, Zane Cohee and to by Thomas Ward Goodwin, Sr. Her other passions were lit- will be missed by all who knew Diaz Cohee; six great-grand- on one of these special trips. erature, the First Presbyterian her. children; aunt, Lina Pickens, of Cecilia’s faith was of the utmost Church, the Chickasaw Nation, She was extremely proud of her McMillan, Okla.; sister-in-law, importance to her. As a child, OU football, the OKC Thunder, Chickasaw heritage. Her Father, Karen Bohannon; niece, Michelle she attended Stonewall Method- classical music and travel. Her Albert was ½ enrolled Chickasaw, Jackson and husband Jason, of ist Church. Cici and Tom were trips to Oxford, England with her and his Mother Louisa Holder was Owasso, Okla.; nephew, Telly Bo- married in 1951 at Ada Method- late sister Marti, to Germany and full-blood enrolled Chickasaw hannon, of Owasso, Okla. ist Church, near her hometown. Western Europe while visiting citizen. Pallbearers were Johnathan After, the newlyweds moved Kelly and her family after she re- Per her wishes, Polly will be “Binky” Higginbotham, Kent to Oklahoma City. She became tired, to Japan for Kyle’s wedding buried beside her Mother at the Johnson, Bobby Roper, Trevor Jes- a member of First Christian and to Hawaii to visit Ken and his Okmulgee Cemetery. sen, Samuel Ditto, and James Roe. Church and she attended until family, left lifelong impressions. her passing. She will be remembered for her She was a member of Alpha youthful spirit, zest for life, won- Delta Pi Sorority, D.P. Chapter of derful laugh and keen intellect. P.E.O., Downtown Kiwanis La- But to those close to her, it was dies, Twentieth Century Club, The her kindness, generosity and love Marion Zachary (Zack) Miller Early American Glass Club, OKC of family that stand out the most. went home to our Father on April Town Hall, Mayfair Dance Club, She was preceded in death by 10, 2019, after battling cancer at OKC Ski Club, Shriners Wives and her parents, her beloved sister the age of 57. Funeral services Civic Music Club. She was also a and best friend, Marti Dunn Hun- were April 15, 2019, at Living founding member of Quail Creek nicutt, and her adored son-in-law, Word Tabernacle, with Rev. Eu- Golf and Country Club and on the Matt Terr y. gene Christian. Interment was at Deaconess Board at First Chris- She is survived by her four chil- Tussy Cemetery, Tussy, Okla. tian Church. dren, Kelly, Ken (and wife, Amy), Zack was born Feb. 5, 1962, at Cici lived a full and joyful life Kathy and Kyle (and wife, Kyoko); Wynnewood, Okla., to Patrick that was centered around her her 11 grandchildren, Steven, Henry Miller and Emma Jean family, her church, her many David, Sabrina, Megan, Danny, (Downey) Honeycutt. He lived friends, Elvis, Lawrence Welk, Heather, Kylah, Kaycie, Charlotte, in the county line area most of summers with the Larsons and Matthew and Oliver; her two his childhood. He married Tonya Andersons in Wisconsin, week- great-granddaughters, Madison Miller on Jan. 25, 1993. They had ends at Lake Tenkiller, traveling, and Isabella; and her much loved to beautiful children, Anthony her Chickasaw heritage, cheer- nieces and nephews, April, Tim, Patrick Miller and Kiamichi ing for her favorite sports teams, Elizabeth and Victoria Marley; Mah’lih Heath. He was blessed the theater, dinners with Monday and Michael, Melissa, Cecilia and with a grandson, Chase Ryker Night Bunch and she would never Brandon Hunnicutt. Health and two step grandchil- pass on the opportunity to dance. dren, Brylee Jo Heath and Jayton She was preceded in death by Rielly Heath. her parents and grandparents; Damion Aries Zack Miler was a family man, her husband, Tom Goodwin, Sr.; who loved his family very much. her brother, Walt Woolley; and sis- Jackson He had many friends he even ter, Caroline Christenberry. considered family. Zack was an She is survived by her brother, over the road truck driver and he Bob Woolley, of Ada; son, Tom W. loved his occupation so much he Goodwin, Jr. and his wife, Jamie, bought his own semi and went in- of Arcadia; son, Brad Goodwin dependent. He named his compa- and his wife, Connie, of Edmond; ny “Dos-Eagles.” He drove for sev- daughter, Laura Mach, of Ed- en years until he was diagnosed mond; six grandchildren, Jona- with cancer in 2017. He loved to than Mach and wife, Mary Eliza- ride his Harley every chance he beth of Norman, Kacie Mach, of could. He always said he had the Edmond, Austin Goodwin and fasted motorcycle around. He wife, Desirée, of Guthrie, Thomas loved showing off on his motor- W. Goodwin III and wife, Candace, cycle and will always remain a of Edmond, Adam Goodwin and legend in his biker family’s eyes. wife, Desiree, of Edmond, and Co- Zack loved restoring motorcycles lin Goodwin and wife, Megan, of and giving life back to old cars. Edmond. She is also survived by Services for Damion Aries Jack- He loved working with his hands nine great-grandchildren, Tehya son, 20, of Ada, Okla., were Tues- altogether. Shaw, Sloane and Forrest Mach, day, April 9, 2019 at Criswell Fu- He was preceded in death by Nash and Edie Goodwin, Weston neral Home Chapel. Pastor Jordan his parents, Patrick Henry Miller and Grady Goodwin, Rilynne Parnacher officiated and burial and Emma Jean Downey Honeyc- Goodwin and Julia Goodwin. Oth- followed at Corley Cemetery. Mr. utt and daughter, Sarah Johnston. er survivors include many cous- Jackson passed away Thursday, Zack is survived by and lives ins, nieces, nephews, extended April 4, 2019 at an Oklahoma City in the hearts of his wife of the family and amazing friends; who hospital. home, Tonya Lorine Miller; son, 20 CHICKASAW TIMES May 2019 Chickasaw youth enjoy physical, cultural mix at OSU N7 Field Day The event brought Indian youth together from across the state, celebrating culture and promot- ing a healthy, active lifestyle. Stu- dents sampled team sports ac- tivities such as soccer, basketball and football, played traditional Native games such as stickball and heard from guest speakers. “N7 is founded on the belief that when one generation realizes its potential, future generations can feel the impact and be much stronger for it,” Chickasaw Nation Youth Recreation Manager Valerie Deangelis said. “The youth move- The Chickasaw Nation Princess perform the Lord’s Prayer on the field of Boone Pickens Stadium at ment field day strives to enable Oklahoma State University during the Nike N7 Youth Movement Field Day. From left: Chickasaw Jr. Chickasaw student, Kailey Rudd, practices her basketball passing technique at the Nike N7 Youth the seventh generation of Native Princess LaKala Orphan, Little Miss Chickasaw Jadyce Burns and Chickasaw Princess Mikayla Hook. Movement Field Day at Oklahoma State University. Americans to realize their po- STILLWATER, Okla. - Chickasaw riety of sports and activities tential as athletes students, and experiencing unique cultures. environment. students recently experienced a planned to incorporate physical community leaders. The day is a The day included a tour of uni- This is the fifth youth move- day of play on the Oklahoma activities with cultural connec- celebration of the rich histories versity athletic facilities including ment field day hosted by OSU. To State University campus. Youth tions. The events were facilitated of Oklahoma’s Native American Gallagher-Iba arena, Boone Pick- learn more about Nike N7, visit in grades three through eight by the OSU student athletic com- tribes and empowering youth to ens stadium, the National Wres- N7fund.com. were invited to attend the annual mittee in conjunction with the build new friendships through tling Hall of Fame and the OSU OSU Nike N7 Movement Feld Day Nike N7 Youth Movement. The sport.” athletic center, giving students at Boone Pickens stadium in Still- Chickasaw Nation and Center for In addition to learning about opportunities to interact with col- water March 26. Sovereign Nations were among sports, students spent the day lege athletes, and exposing them CONTRIBUTED BY Jennifer Jones, Tribal Com- Students participated in a va- the event partners. playing with other Indian youth, to the excitement of a university munications Dickson Schools honored at JOM Conference

Chickasaw youth learned the fundamentals of running for fitness at the Chickasaw Nation Running Clinic this spring.

The Chickasaw Nation Johnson-O’Malley Program honor Dickson staff and parents at the state Johnson-O’Malley conference award banquet April 2 at the Running Clinic draws student runners Choctaw Casino and Resort in Durant, Okla. From left: Tashina Wilson, Chickasaw Nation JOM Education Specialist; Rachel Martin, Dickson JOM program ADA, Okla. - A perfect March tion Services programs provided administration assistant; Mysti Clark, Dickson JOM program secretary and treasurer; Toni O’Brien, Dickson JOM program vice chairperson; Teresa Bolin, day in Oklahoma drew Chickasaw campers nutritious snacks. Dickson JOM coordinator, Amber Walker, Dickson JOM parent committee member; Jeff Colaclosure, Dickson Public Schools superintendent; Rheysa Ross, Chickasaw Nation JOM Program Manager; Chief Gary Batton, Choctaw Nation; Robert Pickens, Chickasaw Nation Early Childhood Education Director and students to the Ada High School Confidence and self-esteem are Danny Wells, Chickasaw Nation Executive Officer of Education. track for the Chickasaw Nation a pivotal aspects of health and Running Clinic. More than 40 wellness. Guest speaker Daniel DURANT, Okla. - Sharing a time that maintains a positive work- students receive services includ- students ages eight to 18 spent Manuel, a local wellness advo- of knowledge, tradition and cul- ing relationship between the ing tutoring, school supplies, aca- two days of their Spring break cate and former Ada firefighter, ture framed the 2019 state John- JOM parent committee and the demic incentive and advisement. learning skills and techniques of kicked off the clinic with a moti- son-O’Malley (JOM) conference school,” Chickasaw Nation Direc- Cultural education and parental competitive running. vational speech. Mr. Manuel was hosted at the Choctaw Casino and tor of Supportive Programs Ange- involvement is a key benefit of The running clinic was offered a competitor on the reality game Resort in Durant April 1-2. la Wrublewski said. “In addition, JOM activities. by Chickasaw Nation Youth Ser- show American Ninja Warrior, The annual conference is a col- the exemplary program exhibits The conference offered work- vices. Physical fitness, health and in 2014. He spoke on the impor- laborative effort among the Bu- excellence in program compli- shops on higher education, spe- wellness components are woven tance of taking care of yourself, reau of Indian Affairs, the Chick- ance in following their plan, fil- cial needs, the JOM Supplemental into many youth programs and perseverance and daily physical asaw Nation, Choctaw Nation, ing all documentation, claims Act, tribal language preservation, services. Running as a sport is a activity. Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Chero- and student counts, and exhib- using cultural arts to manage new segment of the camps, clin- A photo gallery of the event is kee Nation and public schools iting clear and consistent com- stress, science, technology en- ics and academies available to available at Chickasaw.net. Search in tribal service areas. The con- munication with the Chickasaw gineering and math (STEM) pro- students. “running clinic” to locate photos ference provided training and Nation JOM program throughout gramming and more. Attendees worked through and more information about the learning opportunities for Indian the school year.” The 2020 state conference will several stations, learning about event. education coordinators, school The Chickasaw Nation facili- be hosted by the Chickasaw Na- conditioning, stretching, relay administrators and parents who tates JOM programs in 53 schools tion. Conferences take place each racing and sprints. The Chicka- CONTRIBUTED BY Jennifer Jones, Tribal Com- serve on JOM committees. and one community-based pro- spring. For more information saw Nation’s Get Fresh! and Nutri- munications An awards banquet honored gram, serving nearly 9,000 stu- about the Chickasaw Nation JOM schools with exemplary pro- dents in a 13-county area. JOM program, visit Chickasaw.net/ “SOUTHEASTERN POTTERY” by JOANNA UNDERWOOD CHICKASAW OKA' CHOKMASI in Sulphur, Oklahoma grams. This year’s recipient was programs are led by parent com- JOM. the JOM program at Dickson Pub- mittees that partner with Indian lic Schools. The Dickson JOM co- education coordinators or ad- ordinator is Teresa Bolin, a Chick- ministrative staffs in the pub- asaw citizen. lic schools. Tribal advisement An exemplary program is cho- supports the unique education SUE FISH CHICKASAW sen by each tribe. needs of Native American stu- CONTRIBUTED BY Jennifer Jones, Tribal Com- “The exemplary program is one dents. Through JOM programs, munications Tribe to host Junior Open Golf Tourney June 7

BENJAMIN HARJO JR. ABSENTEE SHAWNEE SEMINOLE THACKERVILLE, Okla. - The 11 year olds, 12-14 year olds and Registration ends May 30. A Chickasaw Nation will host a 15-18 year olds. registration fee of $35 will be due Junior Open Golf Tournament The tournament is open to all at the golf course on the day of Friday, June 7 at WinStar Golf Indian youth with a valid CDIB the tournament. The fee will cov- Course in Thackerville. card. This tournament will also er the green fee, golf cart, range Tournament participants will serve as a qualifier for the golf balls and lunch.

LUANNE ARAGON be split in age divisions by gen- team, Team Chickasaw. To be For more information, or to pre- LAGUNA PUEBLO der. eligible for Team Chickasaw, par- register, contact Valerie Deangelis The age bracket includes both ticipants must be a Chickasaw at Valerie.Deangelis@Chickasaw. boys and girls, 8-9 year olds, 10- citizen, age 12-18. net.

TYRA SHACKLEFORD CHICKASAW

6TH ANNUAL JIMMIE HARRISON NAVAJO

ASHLEY WALLACE CHICKASAW

Featuring over 100 premier Native American artists

from around the country. Enjoy fine art, BILL ANOATUBBY GOVERNOR live music, artist talks, food vendors and fun for all ages. Saturday, May 25 • 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Their stories are captivating and exemplify the spirit of the Chickasaw Nation. Profi les of a Nation Season 15 DOWNTOWN SULPHUR, OKLAHOMA • 580-272-5520 • #VisitChickasaw CHICKASAW.TV @CHICKASAWTV @CHICKASAWTV is on www.Chickasaw.tv. Free parking and shuttle from the Chickasaw Cultural Center!

UNI_18-CNTV-022_R2.indd 1 4/19/19 12:22 PM