The Chickasaw Times Post Office Box 1548 Ada, OK 74821 Chickasaw Times Vol. XLIX No. 8 Official publication of the Chickasaw Nation www.chickasawtimes.net August 2014 Chickasaw Nation Day Five Civilized Tribes Inter-Tribal Council meets of Prayer Aug. 20 SULPHUR, Okla. - The Chick- asaw Nation Day of Prayer will be at 8:30 a.m., Aug. 20 at the Chickasaw Cultural Center, in Sulphur. Please join us as we give thanks for the many blessing bestowed upon the Chickasaw Nation. A reception will imme- diately follow the event. We hope you are able to take part in this day of singing, prayer and fellowship. Contributed by Kyle Wittman, Public Affairs. Southeastern Art Show deadline Sept. 7 The application deadline for the 2014 Chickasaw Nation Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) in Tishom- ingo, Okla., is Friday, Sept. 7. Adults and youth from any The leaders of the Five Civilized Tribes were hosted by the Chickasaw Nation during the July meeting of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes. They are, from left, Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Southeastern and Woodland Anoatubby, Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Bill John Baker, Seminole Nation Chief Leonard Harjo, Choctaw Nation Chief Gary Batton and Muscogee (Creek) Nation Principal Chief George Tiger. tribe are encouraged to enter Marcy Gray the competition in the two- dimensional or three-dimen- THACKERVILLE, Okla. – Tribal On health, the ITC backed fed- Rate Expenditure (CARE) act, it Referred Care program (PRC). sional categories. sovereignty, Native health con- eral legislation sponsored by Rep. would “improve access to health Hospitals must accept PRC rates Artists may enter up to two cerns and a day of national prayer Betty McCollum, Minnesota’s 4th care for Native Americans,” the when treating Natives. According works per category, up to a to- were issues on which action was District representative and co- ITC resolution states. to the resolution, Indian Health tal of four entries. approved unanimously July 11 sponsored by Oklahoma 4th Dis- The CARE act requires non- Service (IHS) routinely pays the The youth artist competi- by the Inter-Tribal Council (ITC) trict Rep. Tom Cole, a Chickasaw. hospital providers accept Medi- entire billed rate to non-hospital tion is open to students en- rolled in a public, private or of the Five Civilized Tribes. Known as the Native Contract and care rates from the Purchased/ providers. see INTERTRIBAL, page 2 home schooled high school and will be 14 to 17 years old on September 1, 2014. Hosted by the Chickasaw Ardmore Community Center dedicated at Carter site Nation during the tribe’s 54th Annual Meeting and 26th Chickasaw Festival, the jur- ied art competition and mar- ket will be October 3-4 on the tribe’s historic capitol grounds in Tishomingo. Participating artists will dis- play their work in the SEASAM tent from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fri- day, October 3 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, October 4. Application forms, entry rules and additional infor- mation can be found at www. chickasaw.net or by contact- ing Chickasaw Nation Arts & Humanities at (580) 272-5520 or by email artistinfo@chicka- saw.net. Contributed by Nicole Schultz, Public Affairs. ARTesian Gallery

to host ‘Native Voices: Ardmore Community Center located at 907 Locust Street. Jacquelyn Sparks

Native Peoples’ Concepts ARDMORE, Okla. – A July 23 at 907 Locust St. in Ardmore. “This community center helps en for large events and a family ribbon cutting ceremony marked “The Chickasaw Nation knows - us fulfill our mission of enhanc- style kitchen for smaller gather- of Health, Illness,’ the addition of another feature to the people know - the importance ing the quality of life of the ings. the Chickasaw Nation Carter ser- of family and fellowship and how Chickasaw people. And we be- A large banquet room with an Exhibit in August vice campus in Ardmore. each of these can enrich the lives lieve by improving the quality of elevated stage, dressing room and SULPHUR, Okla. – “Native Governor Bill Anoatubby was of our citizens,” Gov. Anoatubby life of Chickasaw people we help sound booth is designed to serve Voices: Native Peoples’ Con- joined by local and tribal offi- said. “Now, this community cen- improve the quality of life of the as a venue for a variety of events. cepts of Health and Illness,” cials, and dozens of area resi- ter is one more way to underscore entire community. It is equipped with a state-of- is a traveling exhibition ex- dents to mark the opening of the that focus on family and commu- The 15,000 square-foot center the-art audio visual system that amining health and medicine new Ardmore Community Center nity. is equipped with a catering kitch- see ardmore community center, page 2 among contemporary Ameri- can Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. The exhibit explores the connec- tions among wellness, illness and cultural life with a combi- Chickasaw Nation Annual Meeting, Festival nation of interviews, artwork and interactive media. “Native Voices” also dem- onstrates how native people scheduled for Sept. 26 – Oct. 4 in Tishomingo throughout the U.S. enhance their wellness through tradi- TISHOMINGO, Okla. – Chicka- tional and western healing. saw heritage, customs and uncon- The Chickasaw Nation is one querable spirit will come to life of four U.S. locations through- as people from across the globe selected to host this traveling gather in Chickasaw Country for exhibition. Venues in North the 2014 Chickasaw Nation An- Dakota, Hawaii and Alaska will also host the exhibition. nual Meeting and Festival, Sept. A permanent version of the 26 - Oct. 4. exhibit is on display at the “Honor, Tradition, Courage – National Library of Medicine Our People” is the theme for this at the National Institute of year’s 54th Annual Meeting of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. the Chickasaw Nation and 26th The “Native Voices” exhibit Chickasaw Festival. will be on display at the ARTe- “Honor, tradition and courage sian Gallery & Studios in Sul- are all important aspects of our phur beginning Aug. 26 and Chickasaw culture and heritage,” running through Oct. 24. The Governor Bill Anoatubby said. gallery is open Tuesday – Sat- urday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. “As Chickasaws, we share a sense For more information, call of pride in our heritage and look the ARTesian Gallery & Stu- forward to the Chickasaw Annual dios at (580) 622-8040 or visit Meeting and Festival as a special the Native Voices website at time to celebrate the culture that http://www.nlm.nih.gov. binds us together as a people.” Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. see Annual Meeting & Festival, page 2 2 chickasaw times August 2014

continued Intertribal | from page 1 With IHS funding at 59 percent Underfunded Indian health in The proposed limits would lations department. A year ago, al recognition claim to be descen- of total need, the five tribes de- Oklahoma also was addressed by harshly affect Native health care the adoption of a Cherokee child dants of tribes relocated to Okla- clared the Act would improve the council. in traditionally rural and isolated by non-Natives – coupled with a homa, the ITC requested a tribal Native American access to health ITC leaders are concerned the areas. U.S. Supreme Court ruling that consultation and public hearing care. It pointed to a 2013 Govern- Oklahoma Health Care Author- The ITC resolution calls for cur- struck a blow at the heart of the be scheduled in Oklahoma. ment Accountability Office report ity may reduce or even eliminate rent levels of Medicaid services be Indian Child Welfare Act – stirred • Established a judicial com- showing IHS and tribal health fa- certain Medicaid services in Okla- maintained and requests the state strong emotions in Indian Coun- mittee to “address common con- cilities could provide millions of homa “in order to operate within exempt Medicaid reductions to try. cerns of the Five Civilized Tribes’ dollars in additional care if the a declining budget due in part to rural Native patients. • Urged the U.S. Department of Tribal Courts.” act was approved by Congress. the reduction in the federal match In other matters, the ITC: Interior to add an additional lo- • Issued a Proclamation declar- The ITC voted for positive politi- of approximately $50 million per • Moved toward creation of an cation for tribal consultation con- ing the first Saturday of Novem- cal action on the Cole-McCollum year.” Cuts would “directly affect Indian Child Welfare Committee cerning proposed revisions to the ber as National Day of Prayer. measure “in the interest of long, available resources for critical which would be managed by the process of federal acknowledge- Contributed by Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. healthy lives for our children and health care systems operated by tribes’ five top leaders in collabo- ment of American Indian tribes. grandchildren.” tribes and IHS,” the ITC observed. ration with each tribe’s public re- Since many groups seeking feder-

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Governor Bill Anoatubby, center with large scissors, is joined by tribal officials and distinguished guests during a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil the new Ardmore Community Center July 23. Joining Gov. Anoatubby are; front row, from left, Chickasaw Supreme Court Justice Cheri Bellefeuille-Gordan; tribal legislator Dean McManus; tribal Community Services Secretary Wayne Scribner; tribal legislators Linda Briggs and Nancy Elliott; Lt. Gov. Jefferson Keel; Gov. Anoatubby; Ardmore Mayor Martin Dyer; tribal legislators Connie Barker, Shana Tate Hammond, David Woerz, Toby Perkins, Mary Jo Green and Scott Wood; Ardmore City Commissioner Cheryl Ellis; and Chickasaw Nation Ambassador Neal McCaleb. Jacquelyn Sparks includes an overhead projector, capabilities. A large parking area was added Formerly home to Carter Semi- Congressional District after re- large on-stage screen, and four Meeting rooms are separated by and the new site received updated nary, the Carter Service campus districting in 1915. additional 70-inch monitors. a folding partition so they can be landscaping. is named for Charles David Cart- For more information call the The system is also connected used separately or joined into one The Community Center will be er, a Chickasaw who was the first Ardmore Community Center at to monitors in the lobby and two larger meeting room. Each meet- available for use by Chickasaw person elected to represent the (580) 222-2929. meeting rooms. ing room has a built in hospitality citizens and their families for Fourth District of Oklahoma in Contributed by Bethany Gill, Media Relations. While those meeting rooms counter. events such as family reunions, the U.S. House of Representatives. may serve as overflow seating The exterior of the facility was weddings, birthdays, baby show- Rep. Carter served in Congress for the banquet room, they also completely revamped to comple- ers, conferences, trainings, meet- from November 16, 1907 to 1927, include stand-alone audio-visual ment other buildings on campus. ings, etc. representing Oklahoma’s third

continued Upcoming Events | from page 1 Annual Meeting & Festival GOURDget Workshop Adult Class Anyone Can Draw Activities and events celebrat- link. An audio broadcast can be 2nd Monday of Each Month, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Aug. 16, 2014, 1-4 p.m. ing Chickasaw heritage, history accessed at www.kcnpradio.org, Arts & Humanities Building, Ada, Okla. ARTesian Gallery & Studio, Sulphur, Okla. and customs will be featured at or on KCNP 89.5 FM in the Ada, Contact: (580) 272-5520 Aug. 18, 2014, 6-9 p.m. different venues throughout the Okla. area. Arts & Humanities Building Ada, Okla. Chickasaw Nation, including the Other Events Mixed Media Art Folders- Adult Art Class Contact: (580) 272-5520 cities of Tishomingo and Ada and Numerous traditional events, Aug. 1, 2014, 2-4 p.m. the Chickasaw Cultural Center in including the Chickasaw Princess Chickasaw Tribal Library Watercolor Sulphur. Pageant, Cultural Evening, the Contact: (580) 310-6477 Aug. 23, 2014, 1-4 p.m. Activities begin Friday, Sept. 26, Festival parade, traditional meal, ARTesian Gallery & Studio, Sulphur, Okla. and culminate Saturday, Oct. 4. fellowship and children’s activi- Summer Education Series 2 Aug. 25, 2014, 6-9 p.m. Annual Meeting ties and more are planned for the Aug. 2, 2014, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts & Humanities Building Ada, Okla. The 54th Annual Meeting of the weeklong homecoming that cel- Chickasaw Cultural Center Contact: (580) 272-5520 Chickasaw Nation is highlighted ebrates Chickasaw heritage, cul- Contact: (580) 622-7130 by Gov. Anoatubby’s State of the ture, spirit and traditions. Moccasins Class Nation Address. Annual Meeting New activities have been added Fun with Clay August 16, 2014, 1-3 p.m. begins at 9 a.m., Saturday, Oct. this year, including a fry bread Aug. 2, 2014, 1-4 p.m. Council House Museum, Tishomingo, Okla. 4, at Fletcher Auditorium on the making class, a Chickasaw his- ARTesian Gallery & Studio, Sulphur, Okla. (580) 371-3351 campus of Murray State College in tory challenge bowl, stickball and Aug. 4, 2014, 6-9 p.m. Tishomingo. fishing tournaments, living his- Arts & Humanities Building Ada, Okla. Labor Day Celebration A live video and audio stream tory vignettes, a movie night and Contact: (580) 272-5520 Aug. 30-31, 2014, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. of the Annual Meeting and State much more. Chickasaw Cultural Center of the Nation address by Gov. A complete listing of events, lo- Mosaic 101 Anoatubby will be available on cations and schedules is available Aug. 9, 2014, 1-4 p.m. the Chickasaw Nation website online at www.chickasaw.net/an- ARTesian Gallery & Studio, Sulphur, Okla. and KCNP Radio. Live broadcast nualmeeting. For more informa- Aug. 11, 2014, 6-9 p.m. on KCNP Radio and the Chicka- tion, call (580) 371-2040 or 1 (800) Arts & Humanities Building Ada, Okla. saw Nation website will begin at 593-3356 or visit the Chickasaw Contact: (580) 272-5520 8:30 a.m. Nation Facebook page at face- A live webcast can be accessed book.com/TheChickasawNation by logging on to www.chickasaw. or twitter.com/ChickasawNation. This month on CNTV net/annualmeeting on any mo- See schedule of events on page bile device and clicking on the 18. • CNTV traveled to Ardmore the Chickasaw Press where par- tion on CNTV. State of the Nation web stream Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. to get a look at the new Ard- ticipants created and published more Community Center rib- their own book. ….and much more! New epi- bon cutting. Get a look at this sodes are available on the first great new facility this month on • The Chickasaw Nation pro- and fifteenth of each month. Citizens At-Large CNTV! duced “First Encounter” film documentary premieres at the Visit www.chickasaw.tv and Help Number • We wrap up our coverage of Chickasaw Cultural Center this click on the News channel to For information on services or help with questions, Chickasaw Nation camps in- month. Find out more about watch CNTV. call toll-free 1-866-466-1481. cluding a new camp hosted by this groundbreaking produc-

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For the Chickasaw Nation, the past several years seeking health care. tion and much more. The Chickasaw Nation understands have marked a number of notable accomplishments. Our tribe is, and has always that buildings and facilities are important, but those We dedicated several new and important facilities, in- been, fully dedicated to the structures must serve a distinct purpose. Our most im- cluding the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center in Ada; education of Chickasaws. We portant investments are in Chickasaw people. the Chickasaw Cultural Center, Artesian Hotel, and believe a quality education is When the U.S. financial crisis hit in late 2008 and early Chickasaw Nation Visitors Center, all in Sulphur; the fundamentally important to 2009, the country was in economic turmoil. Americans Bedre Chocolates factory and store, and the Chickasaw the success and happiness of had lost confidence in their financial institutions and Welcome Center, both at Davis; the Chickasaw Retreat Chickasaw people and Chicka- markets. Companies failed, the stock market and the and Conference Center, in Murray County; the new saw families. Every year, the housing market crashed. Chickasaw Community Center, in Ardmore; our new Chickasaw Nation invests Our Chickasaw Nation businesses stayed on course, and tribal legislative and judicial buildings on the head- more resources in education we did more than just survive. By reinvesting in our busi- quarters campus…and so much more!. programs for the full range of nesses while competitors were cutting back, we built on It is important to note that our “bricks and mor- Chickasaw students. From our our solid foundations. We expanded our menu of com- tar” projects are much more than buildings. Our mis- Head Start students to our vo- mercial ventures by acquiring, restructuring and moving sion is always to serve the Chickasaw people. We are cational students to our post- ahead with renewed commitment and vigor. Our valued builders because the facilities we develop always lead Gov. Bill doctoral academicians, our employees rededicated themselves to great service. While back to improved lives for Chickasaw people and their Anoatubby tribe offers tremendous levels companies across the country cut work forces, we rein- families. Buildings are just buildings, unless they help of support. vested in our people and recognized great results. Our us serve Chickasaws better. The Chickasaw Nation in- commercial foundation today is rock solid, and it is built The Chickasaw Nation Medical Center is a prime ex- vests in Chickasaws seeking always to serve Chickasaw people. ample. Most of us remember the facility we utilized Governor, educational achievement. The At the Chickasaw Nation, we remind ourselves daily for health care that came before the Medical Center. tribe provides a growing list of that we work for you – the Chickasaw people. Our goal When we compacted in 1994 to provide Indian health the Chickasaw scholarships, grants, stipends, every day is to serve you well, to make your life better, and care in the Ada area, it became very clear we would Nation and support for equipment, to bring you the quality programs and services you need. have to find a way to invest in a modern facility. Ad- books, housing and other es- Together, as the most progressive tribe in the country, ditionally, Chickasaws told me consistently that health sential items. Young or not so young, the Chickasaw Na- we are building on the strong foundation that will serve care was their primary concern. When we compare our tion invests in your education. our people well for many generations! new Medical Center to the facility that preceded it, it is We have also dedicated millions to additional health obvious we have taken a giant leap in the delivery of qual- care programs, housing initiatives, employment opportu- ity health care to Chickasaws, and to all Indian patients nities, career development, cultural outreach, transporta-

Final resting place in Ada’s Rosedale Cemetery Gov. Byrd worked to preserve tribal sovereignty, territory In the fall of 1888, Byrd again After his retirement from office became a Pullback Party candi- in 1892, Gov. Byrd resumed his date for the governorship and business activities at Stonewall once again ran against Governor until he moved to Ada in 1902. Guy, who was seeking a second Gov. Byrd reentered the arena term. of Chickasaw politics in the fall In this second election, Byrd of 1902, when he again became was the victor. a candidate for the governorship Two years later, in 1890, Byrd against Palmer S. Moseley. Mose- sought re-election and again ley was declared the winner in a faced former Governor Guy. highly-contested vote. The contest was spirited, Guy “The race was made at a per- claimed the election and it ap- sonal sacrifice and no words of peared he had won, according to criticism may be offered against Merserve’s article. Governor Byrd because of his Gov. Byrd contested the returns posture toward these engrossing before the tribal legislature, questions which he honestly felt which resulted in the Pickens so vitally affected the Chickasaw District vote being thrown out. Indians. He possessed the cour- William Leander Byrd Byrd was eventually declared the age of his convictions and the Note: This is the seventh in a ginia family. of schools. He made his first trip winner by Robert L. Owens, U.S. marked ability to marshal his series of articles highlighting the His family settled near Doaks- as a Chickasaw delegate to Wash- Indian Agent at Muskogee. influence,” Merserve wrote of the burial place of Chickasaw Gover- ville. He attended the Chickasaw ington in 1882. “If the policy of an independent 1902 election. nors since removal to Indian Ter- Academy near Tishomingo until A gubernatorial candidate for status was to be preserved for Gov. Byrd once again retired ritory. 1864, when, at age 19, he enlisted the Pullback Party in 1886, Byrd the Indians, Governor Byrd acted from public life, and spent his re- ADA, Okla. - In the heart of a to serve in the Civil War, writes “was a man of unusual abil- wisely and for the best concerns maining years in Ada serving as municipal cemetery, and just a Dr. Phillip Morgan in “Riding Out ity and commanding influence of the Indian members of the Na- president of Farmer’s State Bank. few miles from Chickasaw Nation the Storm.” among the members of the tribe,” tion,” Merserve wrote of Byrd’s He was a Mason, and was one of headquarters, lies the grave of the After his service, Byrd returned Meserve wrote. tenure. eight members of the organiza- eighth governor of the Chickasaw home to Doaksville and opened a Progressive candidate William Several laws designed to pro- tion who organized the Grand Nation, William Leander Byrd and mercantile business. Malcolm Guy was the victor of tect the Chickasaw Nation from Lodge of Masons of the Indian his wife, Susan. He married Susan Folsom, the 1886 election that was “too intruders were passed during Territory at Caddo in 1873. In addition to serving two daughter of Colonel David Fol- close to call.” The final decision Byrd’s final term. The legislature He was also a distinguished terms as Chickasaw governor, som, a former Choctaw chief, at was ultimately sent to the Chick- enacted laws prohibiting non-In- member of the Odd Fellows fra- from 1888-90 and 1890-92, Byrd Doaksville, New Year’s Day 1863. asaw legislature where Guy was dians from working in the cattle ternity. was a solider, businessman and Byrd and his wife moved to old declared the winner by one vote. business in the Chickasaw Na- Gov. Byrd died in 1915 at age 70 an uncompromising leader, ac- Stonewall in 1875 and operated Despite the loss, Byrd was se- tion unless they were married to and was buried in Rosedale Cem- cording to “Chronicles of Okla- a successful general store and lected in 1887 a member of a Chickasaws. Cattlemen were also etery in Ada. Mrs. Byrd died Aug. homa,” Vol. 12, No. 4, written by owned livestock. committee of three to make revi- not permitted to employ non-cit- 6, 1916 is buried beside him. John Merserve in 1934. “He was soon recognized as sions and codification of the laws izens and were required to em- Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. Born in Marshall County, Mis- one of the wealthiest men in of the Chickasaw Nation. ploy tribal members. sissippi, Aug. 1, 1844, to John the Chickasaw Nation,” Meserve and Mary Byrd, William Leander wrote, noting Byrd built the “fin- Byrd moved with his family to In- est mansions” in the Stonewall Wide range of works, styles sought dian Territory when he was about area. three months old. His mother, the A few years later, in 1881, his former Mary Moore, was Chicka- service to the Chickasaw Nation Chickasaw Press, White Dog offer literary awards saw and his father, John, was a began when he was appointed descendent of a prosperous Vir- Chickasaw Nation superintendent The Chickasaw Press is accept- the Chickasaw Annual Meeting ed for the new Ofi’ Tohbi’ (White ing nominations for the 2014 and Festival’s Art and Culture Dog Press) Awards. Authors of Chickasaw Nation Heritage Pres- Awards, set for Thursday, Oct. 2, previously unpublished creative Chonda Pierce takes to Ada’s ervation Awards for authors doc- at the Chickasaw Cultural Center works dealing with some aspect umenting Chickasaw history and in Sulphur, Okla. of Chickasaw heritage are eligible culture. Authors of previously un- To be eligible for consideration, for the awards. McSwain Theater stage Sept. 13 published doctoral dissertations, works in each category must deal The following awards are be- when they were deployed to Af- master’s theses, articles, and specifically with some aspect of ing offered: ghanistan. book manuscripts dealing with Chickasaw history and culture. Ikbi (“to create”) Award for ex- Ms. Pierce has been dubbed some aspect of Chickasaw heri- Moreover, the works must be cellence in the area of fictional “country comic” by Billboard tage are eligible for the awards. documented, either through the creative writing including short Magazine. She’s a frequent guest Nominations are accepted for use of footnotes, endnotes or a stories, novels and historical fic- at the Grand Ole Opry, has served the following awards: best un- listing of sources. Nominations tion. as host of the Inspirational Coun- published article, best master’s must include two copies of the Prize: Publication by the White try Music Awards and Christian thesis, best Ph.D. dissertation and book manuscript, dissertation, Dog Press and $1,000 Stipend. Music Hall of Fame Awards. She best unpublished manuscript. thesis, or unpublished article be- Iholba (“vision”) Award for ex- also co-hosted the GMA Dove The best unpublished article ing nominated. Entries should be cellence in writing children’s awards in 2012. will receive publication in the submitted to Wiley Barnes, Chick- books, young adult literature and Chonda Pierce Ms. Pierce will take the stage at Chickasaw Historical Society asaw Press Director, 1500 Hoppe poetry. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Journal, lecture at the Chicka- Blvd, Suite 1, Ada, OK 74820 Prize: Publication by the White ADA, Okla. - A darling of the McSwain Theater in Ada. saw Cultural Center and $2,000 Deadline for receipt of nomina- Dog Press and $1,000 Stipend. South, Chonda Pierce is known “It is very exciting that she is research stipend, the best mas- tions is 5 p.m. Friday, August 22, To be eligible for consideration, for her fast-paced wit and clean- coming back,” Jae L., manager of ter’s thesis will receive a visiting 2014. works in each category must deal cut humor. She draws comedic the McSwain Theater, said. “It was scholar fellowship, lecture at the For information, call (580) 436- specifically with some aspect of inspiration from growing up a a sellout last time! She is a very Chickasaw Cultural Center and 7282. Chickasaw language, history and preacher’s kid. Growing up in the funny lady and super to work $2,000 research stipend, best culture. Southern church provided her with.” Ph.D. dissertation will be award- White Dog Press Nominations for the Ofi’ Tohbi’ an arsenal of material that both Tickets are on sale now for her ed a visiting scholar fellowship, The Chickasaw Press announc- Awards are due by 5 p.m. Friday, churchgoers, and those who have show Sept. 13. Platinum tickets lecture at the Chickasaw Cultural es two awards for authors in the August 22, 2014. never graced a pew, find hilari- are $45, Gold tickets are $25 and Center and $2,000 research sti- genres of fiction and poetry. The Entries should be submitted to ous. Silver are $25. pend and best unpublished man- White Dog Press is an imprint of Wiley Barnes, Chickasaw Press Ms. Pierce got her first break at The last time Pierce performed uscript will receive The Holisso the Chickasaw Press, which al- Director, 1500 Hoppe Blvd., Suite Opryland USA, a theme park in at the McSwain Theater was in Award, publication by the Chicka- lows the Press to expand its of- 1, Ada, Okla. 74820. Nashville, where she portrayed September 2010. saw Press, lecture at the Chicka- ferings to include fiction, poetry, For more information call (580) Grand Ole Opry star Minnie Pearl. For more information, please saw Cultural Center and $2,000 and children’s books, as well as 436-7282. She has performed from coast call the McSwain Theater at (580) research stipend. other genres not currently repre- Contributed by Nicole Schultz, Public Affairs. to coast, with Women of Faith. 332-8108. The awards are scheduled to sented. She also performed for troops Contributed by Bethany Gill, Media Relations. be presented to winners during Nominations are being accept- 4 chickasaw times News From Your Legislators August 2014 Good strategies, good leadership ‘Busy’ describes interactions with ‘Racing to the finish’ this time of year have helped lead the Chickasaw citizens and attendance at Osage provides new energy, opportunity Nation to unparalleled success! Nation inauguration to meet new people There’s an old saying that goes, “Nothing succeeds usy. A word that describes what has been ello Everybody, like success.” happening in my world. I’m pretty sure the I hope this letter finds you and your I think what that saying means is that as a person, a same word could be used to describe your family well First things first, I need to group or an organization succeeds at its mission, it’s summer as well. Recently I had the honor apologize for this short letter, but it is very likely more success is straight ahead. It means and privilege to attend the Osage Nation campaign time and like Willie Nelson somebody is doing something right, and those actions InaugurationB of Mr. Geoffrey Standing Bear as Princi- sings,H “I’m on the road again...” are turning into successes. pal Chief and Mr. Raymond Red Corn as the Assistant It is currently campaign and election season. This We can put the Chickasaw Nation Principal Chief. Having never been letter will make it to you after the in this category. to one of their ceremonies, it was election, but as I write it, we are Years ago, when I was a little girl, nice to experience the diversity racing to the finish. my family had its struggles with of their Nation. Chickasaw Nation First, I want to extend my most providing the basics. And it wasn’t members are a diverse group as heartfelt appreciation and grati- just my family. Most of my friends well. Let me share a few examples: tude to everybody who answered and their families were in the Recently, I met a tribal member the phone or came to the door same boat. That’s just how it was who hails from Egypt. I thought for me or my friends and family in those days. they meant Egypt community that members. I knew I was Chickasaw and at is located southeast of Tishomingo! It is my summer to run a cam- home we were taught to be proud No they actually meant the Egypt paign for re-election, and I have so of our Chickasaw heritage. We just with sand, camels and pyramids! much fun and get so energized by connie didn’t see much of anything in the Beth Or then there is the Chickasaw that Katie meeting and making new Chicka- barker way of our tribe being active in Alexander lives way back in the less traveled Case saw friends and touching base our lives. areas of Lake Texoma who enjoys with old friends. That was then, this is now! creating metal art work such as life While making a special effort to We can be justifiably proud of size horses…or the ladies who had reach out to Chickasaw people, all Chickasaw the Chickasaw Nation. Our tribe is Chickasaw a passion for not just shopping but Chickasaw over the world, we heard questions, Tribal among the very top tier of federal- Tribal attending various spas and being Tribal concerns, accolades and stories. ly-recognized Indian tribes. I can totally immersed in the art of re- One woman expressed incred- Legislature tell you wherever I travel on tribal Legislature laxation. (I could do with some of Legislature ible gratitude for the treatment she business, citizens from the other that!) I met other citizens who were received at the Chickasaw Nation tribes have a healthy respect for covered in grease and under the hood of their latest car Medical Center. She was specifi- our tribe. project. Then there were citizens preparing to embark cally grateful to have a hospital to go to for the surgery Working together as Chickasaws, we have built an on a short motorcycle jaunt for the weekend. I’m talk- and for the exceptional care and kindness shown to her impressive infrastructure of programs, services and ing black leather from head to toe and yes the wife was by everyone. businesses. Chickasaw people today have many, many preparing to throw a leg over the bike and hop on too! An elder expressed his gratitude for the energy as- choices regarding work, housing, health care, education, Oh and I can’t forget to mention all the citizens who sistance program by saying, “It doesn’t get me ahead, cultural activities, elder services and much more. have dogs. Man’s best friend they say! It was fun to visit but it gives me some breathing room. Whew! And, I am This has all been developed because Chickasaw Nation with families preparing to watch their daughter play a grateful.” leadership has been dynamic, proactive and smart. game of basketball, or others having a good old fashion I can’t wait to share this information with you, espe- It wasn’t that long ago that our tribe was struggling. birthday/swim party in the backyard. I met a father cially the stories and the quotes! We were receiving a small amount of federal dollars who shared that one of his children has just finished a Hearing about what fellow Chickasaws from different and we were expected to take care of all Chickasaws prestigious school in New York and was already starting parts of the United States and the world are thinking with those funds. In those days, you could find yourself a career in acting. I also enjoyed a chat with the green and doing will be one more tie that binds us all together. pretty much on your own. thumbed gardener who was watering his new shade Respectfully, But to Gov. Anoatubby’s credit, the Chickasaw Nation resistant sod. Another citizen shared about childhood Katie blazed a new path. It’s apparent he could see we were memories growing up near Pennington Creek. It had not going to make much forward progress relying sim- been years since they had been back to the Tishomingo ply on federal money. We were going to have to try some area. Diversity is good. Fellowship is good. Together it things on our own if we were to fulfill our mission of makes a strong community. So Chickasaw Citizens, stay Mound community offers cultural truly helping Chickasaw people. in touch. Don’t hesitate to let us know about you and And we met with success! The strategies this admin- your loved ones. Who knows, next month I could meet vista; definitely worth the visit! istration put into action worked, and worked very well. one of our citizens who have been to the moon and We now have a robust commercial sector, a huge menu back! Wait, I have already done that… Greetings from the Pickens District! of programs and services, and Chickasaw families that Thank you to those of you who shared your experi- The progress in Ardmore has been exciting the last few expect to succeed. All great things! ences with dealing with Tribal services. Relating your years. Our old Carter Seminary campus has progressed It’s a great time to be Chickasaw. I am very proud to opinions and viewpoints, enables us to continue to nicely into the Ardmore Carter Campus with the new serve you as your legislator. Together, we are going to improve on programs and services for OUR Nation. Senior Site, Chickasaw Clinic, independent living apart- build a great future for Chickasaw generations to come! “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but ments and much more. We recently broke ground on a Connie Barker with humility of mind let each of you regard one an- new Child Development Center near the campus and when other as more important than himself; do not merely this article is published, we will have cut the ribbon for look out for your own personal interests, but also for the new Ardmore Community Center. the interests of others. Have this attitude in yourselves, The Chickasaw Nation continues Approval of 2015 Consolidated which was also in Christ Jesus. Phil. 2:3-5 to thrive, allowing us to improve upon and expand our facilities and Governmental Budget puts focus services for our Chickasaw people throughout the entire Chickasaw on growing programs and services Nation. Earlier this year, I had the oppor- tunity to visit Moundville Archaeo- hokma, logical Park, located in Alabama. It I hope all is well with you and your family. is a Mississippian culture site on A lot is happening in the Chickasaw Na- the Black Warrior River near Tusca- tion. I mentioned in my last article about the loosa, Alabama. It was the political ground breaking on the child development Shana and ceremonial center of American centerC in Ardmore. This month we will be cutting the Indians between the 11th and 16th ribbon and opening the new Com- Hammond munity Center on the Ardmore cam- centuries. pus. It will provide a beautiful place American Indians lived in the for Chickasaws to gather for family Chickasaw Alabama area for more than 10,000 functions and community events. years. For most of that time, they I attended the July meeting of Tribal were skilled hunters and gatherers. Northern Pontotoc Community Legislature With the rise of large scale corn agri- Council and enjoyed spending time culture around A.D. 800, Southeast- with everyone. Guest speaker Kresta ern Indians began settling in large Lofton, Education Specialist with the villages, becoming a rich and complex culture. These peo- Chickasaw Nation, provided excel- ple are known as Mississippians because they originated lent information about the scholar- in the Mississippi Valley. toby ship opportunities and programs available to our students of all Moundville people developed at least 28 earthen perkins ages. For more information, please mounds in this area with a large central community pla- contact the Education Department za. Ruling families probably used the mounds in pairs at (580) 421-7711 or kresta.lofton@ with a larger mound serving as a platform for a noble’s Chickasaw chickasaw.net. This investment in residence. You can still see several of the mounds today. our students, with their hard work, What a view it is from the top of a mound! Mounds were Tribal will help them achieve the dreams very important to our people and continue to be a strong they have for their lives and careers. part of our heritage today. Legislature A highlight in Legislative session I encourage you to visit Moundville and tour the Jones this month was the unanimous ap- Archaeological Museum located on-site. For more informa- proval of the 2015 Consolidated Gov- tion about Moundville, visit moundville.ua.edu. ernmental Budget. As Finance Committee Chair, it was an honor working with the Administration and fellow Legisla- Preserve me, O God; for in thee do I put my trust. tors to ensure our mission “To enhance the overall quality ~Psalms 16:1 of life for Chickasaw people” was advanced. With a more Shana Tate Hammond than seven percent increase in funding to programs and Pickens District Seat 4 services that serve our Chickasaw citizens, we are consis- [email protected] (580) 235-1438 tently striving to bring you the very best while resolutely ensuring the strength of the Chickasaw Nation for genera- tions to come. It is not too soon to start making plans to attend the An- Chickasaw Citizen nual Meeting and Festival, September 27 – October 4, 2014. I look forward to this special event every year! Go to www.chickasaw.net or contact the Special Events Scott J. Taylor, Geologist Festival Office at (580) 371-2040 for more information. I would love to hear from you. Please contact me with Oil & Gas Investment Evaluations your concerns, needs or questions. I am here to help. P.O. Box 51269, Amarillo, TX 79159 May God bless you and your family. 806-358-2282 Toby Perkins, Legislator Pontotoc District, Seat 1 email: [email protected]

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August 2014 News From Your Legislators chickasaw times 5 Emphasis on education opportunities Be sure your students take advantage Headquarters gymnasium redone; a huge help to our many Chickasaw of Chickasaw Honor Club, Robotics Chickasaw tourism store, gallery students across the country and Lego League, summer camps opened in OKC’s Bricktown area hukma! hukma, Chinchukma, hukma and greetings from Legislator Greetings from the Tishomingo District! As you all know, education is one of the Mary Jo Green, Seat 5, Pontotoc District. It’s August and almost time for our stu- top priorities in the Chickasaw Nation. The weather is hot as are most summers dents to head back to class. Therefore, we have many educational in Oklahoma. However, we have had some Education is a top priority for the Chicka- programs and services designed to assist rain which is unusual for late June and sawC Nation because education is critical to preserve our ourC students in obtaining their individual goals. Among July.C culture and ensure the continued success of the Chicka- these programs are the Chickasaw Honor Club and We held a ribbon cutting for our newly renovated saw Nation. We have made tre- Outstanding Achievement Recogni- Headquarters Gymnasium. Mem- mendous progress in the past few tion. bers of the community, students decades, which gives us the ability The Chickasaw Honor Club and even some Head Start and to invest in our greatest resource, provides an added incentive for Day Care youth were invited. The our youth - the future of our tribe. students between 2nd through building is state of the art with a The Chickasaw Nation offers all 12th grades to strive for academic new floor and balcony seating. New Chickasaws a variety of programs, excellence. Students can earn gift padded seats are on three sides of services and scholarships to help cards for making good grades. the floor. The Gym will be used for obtain a quality education. New applications must be filed basketball games and tournaments Across the United States, many each school year, and non-partici- and other events. The scoreboard of our students’ lives are enhanced pating school report cards must be is visible from all four sides and is Tim by clothing scholarships, textbook NANCY submitted by a parent. Required Mary Jo elevated above the gym floor. The grants and numerous academic forms are available at our website, new Gym will hold close to 500 Colbert scholarships. ELLIOTT www.Chickasaw.net. Green people. Governor Anoatubby held The Chickasaw Nation is truly an Another great program for stu- a reception after the ribbon cutting “Education Nation” by providing dents, ages six through 18, is the and tour. Chickasaw many avenues for our citizens to Chickasaw Robotics and Lego League, and this Chickasaw I attended the grand opening of pursue educational opportunities. is the time of year to enroll. These the Chickasaw Tourism offices and Tribal Last year, the Chickasaw Na- Tribal are wonderful programs geared Tribal Gift Shop in Bricktown, Oklahoma Legislature tion awarded millions in grants, Legislature to encourage enthusiasm for sci- Legislature City. This facility will help visi- scholarships, awards and other ence and technology. Our robotics tors learn about the many points educational assistance to Chicka- teams compete with other teams of interest within the Chickasaw saw students in all areas of the country. at the state and national level and always do very well. I Nation, help them arrange for overnight stays and take Many Chickasaw students living outside the bound- hope your children had the opportunity to attend one of tours of our many destinations such as the Chickasaw aries benefit from these programs including clothing our many summer camps. The Chickasaw Nation offers Cultural Center, Chickasaw National Recreational Area scholarships for students from preschool to college, col- camps for about every interest you can think of. If your and our many hotels, casinos and other places of inter- lege preparatory testing, career technology scholarships, children did not get that opportunity this summer, then est. adult learning program, license and certification pro- look into it for next summer. The deadlines for most The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes gram, the internship program, tutoring reimbursement camps are in April or May. Our children have so many meeting was hosted by the Chickasaw Nation at Winstar and laptop scholarships for higher education students, opportunities to help them learn new skills and im- Casino/Resort. A banquet was held Thursday night and among others. prove their talents. There are also many opportunities entertainment was provided by Neal McCoy, a country Younger Chickasaws (ages 6-18) can utilize tutor- provided for adults to learn cultural crafts or hone their and western singer. The meeting was well attended by ing assistance to improve academic performance and artistic talents. For anyone wishing to apply for a Higher officials and council members/Legislators from the Five children younger than 5 can learn to read though the Education Grant for the fall semester, the deadline is Tribes. The business of the Council is always interest- Chickasaw Reading Program and learn Chickasaw lan- September 1. Be sure to check the website calendar each ing to me and included seven resolutions ranging from guage with Chickasaw Language flashcards. month to see what’s happening. Hope you are having a the establishment of a Judicial Committee to declaring On college campuses across the United States, Chicka- great summer! Please let me know if I can help you in the first Saturday of November as the “National Day saw students are pursuing their higher education any way. of Prayer.” I’m a firm believer in prayer and by work- dreams of becoming physicians, engineers, scientists, Chipisala’ cho anowa, Until I see you again, ing together, we can benefit all Native American tribes. artists, teachers, attorneys and more with assistance of Nancy Reports were also given by representatives of HUD, BIA the Chickasaw Nation. Pontotoc District Seat 2 and IHS. After graduation, some of these citizens may work for 580-399-4374 I would love to hear from you. My email address is our tribe so they too can contribute to the Chickasaw [email protected] [email protected] and my address and tele- Nation’s success. Committed to excellence, they toil with phone number are listed elsewhere in this and every a single goal in mind: to enhance the lives of Chickasaw Chickasaw Foundation seeks issue of the Chickasaw Times and on the Chickasaw citizens. Nation web site. By offering these education programs, we are lay- silent auction donations for Until next time, I wish God’s blessings on all of our ing the foundation of opportunity for our youth and people. Thank you. strengthening the Chickasaw Nation’s future and ‘Friends of the Foundation’ enhancing the overall quality of life of all Chickasaw The Chickasaw Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit or- people. ganization. The foundation is accepting donations for its For more information about education programs, call silent auction during the Friends of the Foundation recep- the Chickasaw Nation Education Department at (580) tion on November 7, 2014. This reception is hosted annu- 421-7711. ally to recognize donors and volunteers. Additional information about programs and services Your tax-deductible donation will benefit the foundation and its scholarship program. can be found on www.Chickasaw.net, or by calling (866) In 2007, the foundation established the Chickasaw 466-1481. Foundation Fine Arts Scholarship for any college student As always, thank you for allowing me to serve as your with a CDIB majoring in fine arts (arts, music, drama, representative on the Chickasaw legislature. It is a privi- dance). lege and an honor to serve you. If you are interested in making a donation, please con- Please feel free to contact me with any questions or tact the Chickasaw Foundation at (580) 421-9030. Applications available for concerns. The mission of the Chickasaw Foundation is to promote the Chickasaw Nation - Election Office Chokma’shki, the general welfare and culture of the Chickasaw people Count of Voters by District by supporting educational, health, historical and commu- Chickasaw Princesses Tim Colbert [email protected] Count (580) 421-7242 Panola 2,073 nity activities and programs. Time is running out to apply for the Chickasaw Princess Pickens 8,455 Pontotoc 13,526 Pageant. The deadline is set for Aug., 29. Tishomingo 5,851 The applications are now available for the 2014-2015 Count of VotersTotal 29,905 by District Memorial Donations Chickasaw Princess, Chickasaw Jr. Princess and Little Miss Panola 2,073 Pontotoc 13,526 The Chickasaw Foundation was established in 1971 as a Chickasaw pageant. Pickens 8,455 Tishomingo 5,851 501 (c) 3 organization. Every year the foundation receives Eligible candidates must be age 17-25 to apply for Chick- many charitable donations, including memorial dona- asaw Princess, age 12-16 for Chickasaw Jr. Princess or age 29,905 tions. 7-11 for Little Miss Chickasaw. A memorial donation is a special way of remembering a Candidates must reside with the 13 counties of the loved one while helping others. Acknowledgement cards can be sent to family members, per your request, upon Chickasaw Nation, be at least a quarter Chickasaw, as well a donation being received by the Chickasaw Foundation. as a registered citizen of the Chickasaw Nation. Please contact the foundation office at (580) 421-9030 if Chickasaw Jr. Princess and Little Miss Chickasaw candi- you have any questions. dates must attend school to be eligible for pageant entry. These candidates must submit their most recent grade report along with the application; a minimum 2.0 GPA Health care managers available to At-Large is required and the candidate must be in good standing with the school. citizens, elders for program information Chickasaw Princess candidates must either attend Chickasaw citizens living outside the tribal boundaries school, be a high school graduate, pursue higher educa- or Chickasaw elders over age 60 can access Tribal Health tion or specialized training; or be employed to be eligible Resource Management Case Managers at the Chickasaw for pageant entry. If the Princess candidate is employed, -Chickasaw Citizen Nation Medical Center. These managers are available to her schedule must be somewhat flexible to accommodate 7/21/2014 2:44 PM Important Notice: This document contains CONFIDENTIAL information, which is intended for the 1 of 1 answer questions regarding Chickasaw Nation health pro- internal use of Chickasaw Nation employees. If the reader of this document is not the intended recipient, her participation in tribal-related and other events. employee, or agent responsible to deliver it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, reproduction, reading, or copying of this information is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. grams. In addition to the application candidates must also in- At-Large Chickasaw Citizens clude a copy of their CDIB and citizenship cards, a 5x7 (all age groups) photo (black and white or color) and three references from If you are a Chickasaw citizen living outside the tribal non-relatives. boundaries and would like more information on Chicka- Candidates are also responsible for providing their own saw Nation Department of Health programs and services, traditional dress which includes a cotton dress and apron. call Amy Wampler, Services At-Large Case Manager at The Chickasaw Princess Pageant will take place 6 p.m. (800) 851-9136, ext. 61097. Monday, Sept. 29, at the Ada Cougar Activity Center. ™ Categories for the pageant include traditional dress Chickasaw Elders Age 60 and Older segment, talent and random questions. The talent por- If you are a Chickasaw elder over the age of 60, and tion will be capped at a three minute performance. Past live within tribal boundaries, contact Stefanie Luna, Elder talents performed included singing, stomp dancing and Tom Bush Case Manager at (800) 851-9136, ext. 80110. storytelling. Business Development Director Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. 580-399-8990 Princess Pageant expense reimbursement is available [email protected] to the participants who participate in all pageant prep; including orientation and every rehearsal. Boiling Springs United Methodist Church The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 29. Buying or Selling, call Home! now features new website The application is available at http://www.chickasaw. 580-332-HOME(4663) net/youth. It is also available for pick up at Division of Visit Boiling Springs United Methodist Church new web- Youth Services, 231 Seabrook Rd, Ada, Okla. Residential • Commercial • Farm/Ranch site at www.Boilingspringschurch.com For more information, please contact Mary Hartley, 125 South Broadway Ada , OK 74820 Options include Meet the Staff of Boiling Springs; Get to Chickasaw Princess Pageant Coordinator, at (580) 310 9539 Know the History of Boiling Springs; Keep up-to-date with or (580) 272-7710. www.HomePlace.Pro events going on at Boiling Springs. Contributed by Bethany Gill, Media Relations. 6 chickasaw times August 2014 Chickasaw Nation Peacemaking Conference draws people from across U.S. to Chickasaw Nation Judicial Department news The Peacemaking Conference was hosted in April in Sulphur. Tribal court system has expanded its reach I wish you all had been there! It was a great conference. People from all over the United States were there, as well since 2003 inception; advocates on staff as many Chickasaws. The weather was beautiful and the Chickasaw Nation was hospitable as usual. to assist citizens with court matters We began the Conference by walking over to the Chicka- saw National Recreation Area so that we could greet the Chukma, ChinChukma! What an exciting month July, morning in a traditional Friendship Dance led by the 2014 has been for the Judicial Department. I hope every- Chickasaw Dancers from the Cultural Center. Jason Bur- one had a very safe Fourth of July while celebrating Inde- well led us in prayer in the Chickasaw Language and then pendence Day. August will be here soon and the children we all joined in the dance. will be back in school. As a remind- The sky was blue, the trees were er be aware of the school zones. Be green, and the birds were singing sure to slow down and observe the as we danced. We went to the park Cultural Center named school crossing zones. as strangers and left as friendly ac- The Chickasaw Nation Judicial De- quaintances. partment, with the support of Gov- We spent the next two days talk- top state destination ing about peacemaking and learn- ernor Anoatubby and the Legislative SULPHUR, Okla. - Since it opened four years ago, more ing to be peacemakers. It was a won- Department, reestablished the court derful time! Whenever people gather than 250,000 guests from around the world have visited system within the Chickasaw Nation to learn together and to share sto- the Chickasaw Cultural Center. by assuming jurisdiction by Memo- ries, good things come to the group Many have been impressed with the campus, from the randum of Agreement in December, and the to the individuals. natural stone and copper clad buildings to the peaceful Cheri 2003. Barbara I wish you had been there! trickle of the water features. Bellefeuille- In January, 2004 the Chickasaw The Judicial Department of the These visitors have helped the Chickasaw Cultural Nation District Court began hear- Anne smith Chickasaw Nation will soon begin Center amass a number of awards, honors and accolades. Gordon ing cases with Judge Aaron Duck training for additional Peacemakers Three additional honors were recently awarded, all before presiding. For the last 10 years our to add to the Peacemaking Court. If the center celebrated its fourth anniversary last month. court has continued to grow and you are interested and would like to Voters selected the Chickasaw Cultural Center the top Justice learn about peacemaking call the Chief Justice offer services to the Native citizens pick in The Oklahoman Reader’s Choice “State Tourism Supreme Court District Court and give your name, Supreme within the Chickasaw boundaries. phone number and email or physi- Destination” for 2014 poll and guests helped the facility From October, 2013, the beginning cal address to the Tamara Dresser, earn accolades from two travel websites, all this summer. Court of the Chickasaw Nation fiscal year, District Court Clerk and we will no- TripAdvisor recently awarded the Chickasaw Cultural until June, 2014 the District Court tify you about the training plans. Center with a “2014 Certificate of Excellence.” Likewise, has filed 444 new cases; and heard Until then. Yelp also honored the Chickasaw Cultural Center with a 1398 cases in Court. May you find moments of Peace each day! limited-edition “People Love Us On Yelp” recognition. Since the District Court began hearing cases in 2004 the Justice Barbara Anne Smith Guest reviews of the center have consistently been out- judges have heard over 13,905 cases. There have been over Supreme Court of the Chickasaw Nation standing on both websites. Almost 90 percent rated the 3,676 new cases filed during that same time. In 2007, the Cultural Center very good or excellent, with more than Supreme Court Justices established an office in Purcell Medical Center offers Farmers Market two of three reviewers giving the center the top rating on for citizens to more conveniently see the court advocate. Trip Advisor. The average guest review on Yelp: 4.5 out In 2008, the Supreme Court established another office in of 5 stars. Ardmore to more conveniently serve our citizens in the The Chickasaw Cultural Center earned high praise not southern area of the Chickasaw boundaries. All the while only for the exquisite architecture and well-manicured the court advocates were still seeing citizens in Ada at the grounds, but for exceptional customer service, high-qual- Judicial Building. From 2004, when the District Court was ity food and methods used to tell the Chickasaw story. reestablished, until the present time, the combined total With the latest technology, live demonstrations, ancient of all three locations, the court advocates have assisted artifacts and natural outdoor spaces, the Chickasaw Cul- 10,573 citizens. tural Center tells the story of the Chickasaw people - from The Supreme Court Justices, the Court Judges, the Court the ancient past to the present day. Advocates and the Court Staff are committed to assisting Gov. Bill Anoatubby said it was a true source of pride the citizens as professionally and efficiently as possible. that the Cultural Center is fulfilling the dream Chickasaw If you are interested in filing an action in our court people have shared for decades. system, please contact the District Court Clerk’s Office “For more than two decades, Chickasaw people shared at (580) 235-0279. The deputies will schedule an appoint- their vision of what a cultural center should be,” Gov. Ano- ment with the court advocates for you upon request. You atubby said. “This is truly a center of our living culture, can always access the Chickasaw Nation Code at Chicka- because it is built on the ideas, imagination and creativity saw.net and then go to the Judicial Department webpage; of Chickasaw people from all walks of life.” the link to the Code is there for you to view the current Many of the reviews mentioned personal connections laws of the Chickasaw Nation. guests made with the Chickasaw people. The Chickasaw Nation court advocates assisted a total A TripAdvisor contributor from Elk City, Okla., noted of 88 citizens in the month of June. Kymberly Cravatt Gary Brown, a fruit and almond farmer from Ada, visits with Tana Clark, a registered the visit was a “true eye opener” for him and his wife. is available at the Ada office. Advocate Michael Smith is nurse at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center, concerning his crops of peaches and “Looking back in history, as seen through the eyes of available for appointments in Ada, Purcell and Ardmore. nectarines. Mr. Brown is a regular at the Medical Center’s Farmers Market, open on the Native American is what we found at this cultural The court advocate services are available at no cost to Mondays from 8 a.m. to noon. center,” he wrote. the citizens. The advocates will prepare the necessary pa- ADA, Okla. – Gary Brown is a farmer who understands “The greatest thing about the Center is it isn’t just a perwork for the citizen; however, the advocates do not the totality of the year’s harvest is at the whim of Mother Museum, but is a research facility and focus point for the represent you in court. They are available to facilitate the Nature. Chickasaw Nation. Because their story is alive and ongo- court process and explain to you what to expect if you Mr. Brown mans a booth stocked full of peaches and ing, not just ancient history,” a Dallas guest commented appear in court. nectarines at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center’s Farm- on Yelp. Special Judge Todd and the Chickasaw Nation Division ers Market. If all goes according to plan, oranges, apples A 2014 Trip Advisor review entitled “Heritage, History & of Child Support are now scheduling a child support dock- and almonds will be available soon to delight shoppers So Much More” said, “It was evident that everyone we met who wish to buy local, eat healthy and assist Ada area et to be held once a month in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The was proud of their heritage and the center. We learned so growers. first child support docket to service the Ardmore area is much of the Chickasaw people and their history.” Jerry Yarberry’s booth sits next to Mr. Brown’s in the tentatively scheduled for August 27, 2014. We plan to hold courtyard just off the Town Center at the Medical Center. Another reviewer on Trip Advisor plans another visit. the court hearings at The Federal Building located at 39 He has different items on display to entice the palate “There was so much to absorb that my wife and I plan N. Washington, Ardmore, in the second floor court room. and culinary imagination of those who stop by. Okra, to return and spend some more time in the exhibits.” We are all working together to provide a location more squash, tomatoes, an assortment of mild-to-hot peppers Those responses, Gov. Anoatubby said, were gratifying. conveniently located for citizens in the southern portions and much more are harvested from his 60’ x 300’ garden “We are pleased to know that people from around the of the Chickasaw boundaries. near Fitzhugh. world understand the pride we have in being Chickasaw District News: June 2014 Court Statistics It’s all for sale, too, and anyone buying is helping out a and appreciate the opportunity to learn more about our 37 New court cases filed 42-year veteran employee of Ada’s Holcim cement plant culture and heritage,” he said. 169 cases Heard in court who retired a few years ago and “now has a fulltime job Visitors from the United States and countries including in the garden.” 88 citizens were assisted by the court advocates Nepal, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, Russia and Bangladesh “It is a lot of work. I have a well on the property, so water SUPREME COURT have journeyed to the campus since it opened in 2010. isn’t a problem for me,” Mr. Yarberry said. Justice Barbara Smith attended the Chickasaw Nation While Mr. Yarberry turns the soil, weeds the rows and During the past four years, The Chickasaw Cultural ribbon cutting ceremony for the Sovereign Medical Clinic, tends the crops, Mr. Brown relies on trees for his bounty. Center has also been awarded a top Oklahoma tourism Norman, Oklahoma on June 25, 2014. The late March frost killed a specific variety of peach he honor, a RedBud Award for Outstanding Attraction of Chief Justice Cheri Bellefeuille-Gordon attended the hoped to be selling. “The trees were in full bloom when 2012 and was nominated for a NewsOK “Reader’s Choice ribbon cutting ceremony for Exhibit C Art Gallery Retail the frost hit. There just wasn’t any way to save them,” he Award” last month. Store and Tourism Information Center, 1 East Sheridan, says. Upcoming CCC Events Suite 100, Oklahoma City Bricktown on July 7, 2014. Be Mr. Brown tends to 650 trees on four acres of property From genealogy and scrapbooking workshops to stomp sure to go by and say “Hello” to Paige Williams in the tour- five miles northwest of Ada. Late variety peaches did well dance and stickball presentations, the Chickasaw Cultural ism department, check out the local events in Bricktown, in the cool, rainy spring Ada enjoyed. Apples and plums Center has something for everyone. are coming along nicely. He even planted some grapes. the art exhibits and the Bedre store. Upcoming 2014 events include: He’s most excited, though, about his crop of almonds. The Chickasaw Nation hosted the Inter-Tribal Com- Labor Day Celebration Aug. 30-31 He expects to harvest 1,200 pounds of almonds per acre mittee at Winstar, Thackerville, Oklahoma. Chief Justice and, as of July 7, he is expecting a bumper crop if the Grandparents Day Sept. 6-7 Cheri L. Bellefeuille-Gordon hosted the second meeting weather holds true and Mother Nature smiles on his ef- Dug Out Canoe Exhibit Sept. 15-May 2015 of the Inter-Tribal Judicial Committee meeting on July 10, forts. Home School Day Sept. 20 2014. Representing the Chickasaw Nation Judicial Dept. “All the crops we grow, except almonds, are self-polli- Fall Festival Oct. 18 Justice Mark Colbert, Supreme Court Clerk, Connie Tillery, nating,” Mr. Brown said. “With almonds, you need bees to Deputy Clerk, Edward Stilwell and Sgt. Dusk Monetathchi, do the work.” In addition, cultural instructors are always on hand Bailiff and Lighthorse Officer attended the meeting. Mem- So has “colony collapse” – an inexplicable mass death of to educate visitors on crafts such as beadwork, basketry bers from the courts of the Seminole Nation, the Muscogee entire bee hives – hurt this year’s almond trees? and pottery, tanning hides, bow making and flute mak- (Creek) Nation, the Choctaw Nation and the Cherokee Na- “No. We have a gentleman who brings hives to the farm ing. Guided group tours are also available upon request. so it has not affected us. And, from the look of the al- tion attended the meeting. A Chairman for the Inter-Trib- To read full reviews of the Chickasaw Cultural Cen- monds, it will be another great year.” al Judicial Committee, Seminole Chief Justice Bill Want- ter, visit http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserRe- The Chickasaw Nation is celebrating the second year land, was nominated and elected. Seminole Nation Chief to host the market. Approximately six area farmers are views-g60771-d1936362-r205186209-Chickasaw_Cultur- Court Clerk, Linda Stewart was elected Secretary of the involved currently, but Debbie Zachary hopes to have at al_Center-Sulphur_Oklahoma.html#REVIEWS or on Yelp Inter-Tribal Judicial Committee. An open forum was held least eight full time farmers selling healthy fresh-off-the- at http://www.yelp.com/biz/chickasaw-cultural-center- to discuss issues currently undergoing in Indian country. farm products at the medical center in the future. sulphur. The next meeting will be hosted by the Choctaw Nation Ms. Zachary oversees the market for the Chickasaw Na- The Chickasaw Cultural Center is located at 867 Cooper in October, 2014. tion. She serves as the tribe’s Summer EBT for Children Memorial Road in Sulphur. The Chickasaw Cultural Center On July 11, 2014, Chief Justice Cheri Bellefeuille-Gordon Program Manager. will be closed Monday, Sept. 1. and Justice Mark Colbert attended the general session of The market begins in June and ends in autumn, usually For more information, please visit the newly-redesigned Inter Tribal. when the last pumpkins and winter squash are harvested, www.chickasawculturalcenter.com or call (580) 622-7130. Ms. Zachary said. Again, it is my pleasure to report on a busy and success- Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. It is open Mondays from 8 a.m. to noon. Interested pa- ful month in the Judicial Department. As always, thank trons may go through the main entrance, walk straight you for allowing me to serve as your Chief Justice. It is a ahead a few yards and walk through doors to the court- privilege and an honor to serve you. CHIPISALA` CHO yard. The Medical Center information desk is located at ANOWA means “Until I see you again.” Cheri Bellefeuille- the very front entrance and employees can give you direc- Gordon. Please contact me, I would love to hear from you tions to the vegetable and fruit heaven. (580) 235-0281 or [email protected]. Contributed by Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. August 2014 chickasaw times 7 Newly-established entity works to protect historic sites in our Chickasaw homelands Mississippi attorney tabbed to lead Chickasaw Inkana’ Foundation of experience as an attorney, forts and help build partnerships portation committee and served Scholar and honor graduate. business consultant, government with surrounding communities a six-year term on the Mississippi He is a member of numerous relations specialist, corporate of- and organizations to ensure mu- Heritage Trust board. community service organizations ficer, entrepreneur and volunteer tually beneficial relationships. A dedicated preservationist, including the local Kiwanis Club. leader. Mr. Pruitt said he was enthusi- in 2010 he completed an award- He is an executive board member “Mr. Prewitt brings a wide astic about his new position and winning restoration of one of Tu- and fundraising chairman of the range of experience, knowledge “the people with whom I get to pelo’s 10 Most Endangered struc- Tupelo/North Mississippi Sym- and skills to his position,” said work.” tures – The R. C. Clark House. phony Board and was formerly Governor Bill Anoatubby. “Brad “Gov. Anoatubby is a humble Built in 1910, it is now downtown on the Board of the Center for Prewitt is very enthusiastic about and capable leader and this is a office space and listed on the Na- the Study of Southern Culture at building mutually beneficial re- great opportunity to get to work tional Register. Ole Miss. Mr. Prewitt was a mem- lationships with the people of alongside him and help fulfill his It was his drive to seek more ber of the 2010 class of the Jim our homeland. We believe this vision, he said. knowledge of Native American Ingram Community Leadership foundation will be a great asset “There are many opportunities artifacts unearthed on his family Institute of CDF. as we continue on our journey to for the foundation to educate resi- property that connected him with He has also served on the Lee expand the scope of knowledge of dents in the homelands. Students the Chickasaw Nation. County GOP Executive Commit- Brad Prewitt Chickasaw history and culture.” need a better understanding of “There were Indian artifacts tee, the Lee County Cattlemen’s An experienced Mississippi Together with the Inkana’ Chickasaw and Native American on the ground and people would Association, and the Equal Justice attorney and businessman has Foundation, the Chickasaw Na- history.” come out to the property for re- Foundation – Mississippi’s Legal been selected to lead a Chickasaw tion strives to develop, enhance Prior to the Chickasaw Nation search,” he said. Services fundraising arm. Nation-supported foundation in and maintain relationships and appointment, Mr. Prewitt was a When he began to research Na- He is a member of the Wood- the homelands. partnerships within communi- successful Mississippi attorney tive American artifact experts, he land Baptist Church in Pontotoc The board of the newly-formed ties and organizations in both for many years, also serving as came across the name of Dr. Brad County, Mississippi, where he Inkana’ Foundation selected Brad the traditional homelands and U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran’s general Lieb, Chickasaw Nation Cultural teaches adult Sunday school and Prewitt, of Tupelo, Miss., to serve Chickasaw country. counsel in Washington, D.C. Resource specialist. sings in the choir. as its executive director. Based The historic Chickasaw home- He pursues a number of entre- A Mississippi native, Mr. Pre- Mr. Prewitt is married to the in Tupelo, the Inkana’ “Friend” lands encompass the Tupelo area preneurial activities in a wide- witt is a graduate of Delta State former Malinda Mallory, M.D. Foundation is a nonprofit cor- and include northern Mississippi, range of sectors, including a University, West Cleveland, Miss, The couple have twin six-year-old poration with a mission to help western Tennessee, northwest furniture enterprise, a biotech earning degrees in history and sons and reside on the family’s protect, preserve and interpret Alabama and southwestern Ken- startup company, cattle ranching French, where he earned the high- 178-year-old farm, where they Chickasaw homeland historic tucky. and real estate. est academic average in his class. have cattle, horses and chickens. sites. As executive director, Mr. Pre- During his career, Mr. Prewitt Mr. Prewitt attended the Univer- Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. Mr. Prewitt is an eighth-gener- witt will guide communication, has served as chairman of the sity of Mississippi School of Law, ation Mississippian with 21 years education and preservation ef- City of Tupelo’s first public trans- where we was a James O. Eastland Bailey named director of Chickasaw Nation Performing Arts Department Nation Arts and Humanities. Company. better.” She has also taught in ECU’s “Mrs. Bailey brings a wide range “We will also revise and write Mrs. Bailey, who has more than Community Education Program, of experience, creativity and new vignettes and plays based on 30 years of acting, directing, as well as classes for the Chicka- knowledge to her new position,” our Chickasaw history which will producing, teaching and writing saw Nation’s MyUniversity. Gov. Anoatubby said. “She is en- then be performed by the Living experience, is an alumna of both Mrs. Bailey is also an accom- thusiastic about helping Chicka- History Players, a component of East Central University and Okla- plished writer and has served as saw citizens and other Native CTC,” Mrs. Bailey said. homa City University, where she artistic director for several the- Americans develop their writing A youth theatre program, a earned master’s degrees in the- atre companies, as well as various and acting skills so they will be variety of performance classes, atre and creative writing. theatre boards of directors. She better prepared to share our sto- plays and much more for adults Previously, she worked in Okla- is currently drawing inspiration ry through stage, film and other and students are being devel- homa City where she formed and from her heritage as she works on venues.” oped. incorporated Theatre Oklahoma, writing plays based on Chickasaw In her new position, Mrs. Bai- Mrs. Bailey said she was excited Inc., serving as the executive offi- stories. Debra Bailey ley will oversee the Performing to work with staff members to de- cer. She also produced children’s Mrs. Bailey and her husband, Arts Department, which develops velop new programs. dinner theatre through Theatre Tom, a writer for Chickasaw Na- ADA, Okla. – Chickasaw Nation performance art capabilities and “Most (proposed programs) are Oklahoma’s Young Stars (TOYS). tion public affairs, reside in Ada. Gov. Bill Anoatubby has appoint- opportunities in the Chickasaw based on input from our citizens, As a teacher she has taught Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. ed a lifelong theatre and writing Nation. as well as other Natives, and the both in private college classrooms scholar to a top leadership posi- “It is an honor to have been ap- general public as to what they and in specialized talent agen- tion in Chickasaw Nation Culture pointed to this position by Gover- would like for us to do,” she said. cies in Tulsa and Oklahoma City and Humanities Department. nor Anoatubby,” Mrs. Bailey said. “We are open to and welcome sug- where she coached students in Debra Bailey, Ada, was recently One way the department plans gestions. I look forward to leading stage acting, acting for the cam- named director of Performing to achieve its mission is by reju- our department and building it era, voice and diction and creative Arts Department for Chickasaw venating the Chickasaw Theatre into something even bigger and writing. Health Secretary takes grandma duty seriously Breast-feeding drive gets extra kick from newborn twins “We really had to work with the and serve as experts for new keeps people going is to hear pediatrician and lactation con- mothers. someone say “you are doing well.” sultant to make sure they were “They really calm a lot of fears Mrs. Warlick urges other ex- gaining weight appropriately,” and give (new moms) the confi- pectant mothers to consider she said. “That was difficult and dence they need,” Dr. Parker said. breast-feeding. it was very stressful because I “It takes a lot of confidence. “It may be a little bit more chal- had to make sure they were get- “You can’t hold a bottle up lenging than just giving a bottle, ting enough milk.” and say , ‘I just gave the baby but in the end it’s really worth it.” The babies are now thriving an ounce of milk.’ There are a The Chickasaw Nation also of- and gaining weight, which makes lot of things that help you walk fers a twice- monthly breast-feed- Mrs. Warlick and her mother feel through that, such as the amount ing support group and breast- blessed. of wet diapers to expect in a day.” feeding education. “Every ounce or pound they Lactation consultants give as- For breast-feeding assistance, gain is because of the milk I was surance that new moms are doing call 888-439-8970. able to give them,” Mrs. Warlick a good job. Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. said. “It makes me feel really Sometimes that is just what needed. I know it is a special time I will always look back on.” Dr. Parker, who also breast-fed her children, understands the im- MOMcircle blog keeps you connected portance of breast-feeding. Chickasaw Nation Department of Health Secretary Dr. Judy Goforth Parker, right, holds her “It gives them the best pos- MOMents app offers activities, granddaughter Samara Ann Warlick. Her daughter, Mahate, holds son Samuel William Warlick. sible start,” she said. “We know Jacquelyn Sparks The twins, born May 19, are benefiting from their mother’s decision to breast-feed. from research (breast-fed babies) games, recipes, for active moms have decreased incidence of obe- As the Chickasaw Nation De- Samara Ann and Samuel William sity and decreased infections. My partment of Health Secretary, Dr. Warlick were born May 19. children never had ear infections Judy Goforth Parker consistently “After I delivered she was home and I would hope the same for advocates the benefits of breast- with me for a week,” Mrs. Warlick these babies.” feeding. said. “She was really helpful try- The practice also helps with As a new grandmother of ing to keep us on a schedule. She bonding between the babies and twins, she has demonstrated un- really helped out from the very mother immunity and provides wavering support for her daugh- beginning, a lot.” the appropriate milk for babies. ter, Mahate Parker Warlick, in her Dr. Parker added, “It was ‘all “I think we need to give our decision to breast-feed the babies. hands on deck’ during the first mothers every opportunity to “We really started to educate week of the babies lives when breast-feed,” she said. ourselves from the beginning,” they were accustom to breast- Breast-feeding lounges, located Mrs. Warlick said. She made the feeding. at Chickasaw Nation Medical Cen- MOMents with our children are busy mom in today’s world. decision to breast-feed while still “We read a lot of books, called ter, provide patients, guests and gifts that last a lifetime! Moms Enjoy every MOMent! Search pregnant. a lactation consultant and employees the opportunity, and everywhere live busy and exiting MOMcircle or moments for moms Dr. Parker purchased a book on worked with the babies’ dad (Paul people are appreciative. lives and MOMents for moms is in the Apple store or the Google the subject and consulted with Warlick). It was a lot of work but “That is one thing we are work- here to help. play store to download MOMents other health care professionals we were really happy we were ing toward is to become a facility The MOMents app offers easy to your phone. For more informa- who had successfully breast-fed able to succeed.” that really supports breast-feed- games, activities, quick and easy tion, visit www.momcircle.com/ two infants at once. One of the biggest challenges, ing for our moms,” Dr. Parker recipes, breast-feeding support moments, or call the Chickasaw The new grandmother also Mrs. Warlick said, was making said. and much more! A weekly MOM- Nation WIC office at (888) 436- provided vital support and assis- sure the babies were well nour- Lactation consultants are also circle blog delivers a fresh and 7255. tance in the first few weeks after ished. available at the Medical Center, credible perspective on being a Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. 8 chickasaw times August 2014 35 youngsters study legal workings ‘Court Camp’ draws kids interested in tribal justice system

Chickasaw Nation Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Bellefeuille-Gordon and former legislator Melvin Judicial camp participants take a break from the activities at the Chickasaw Nation judicial building June 25. Burris present handmade beaded necklaces to camp participants on the last day of court camp. Jacquelyn Sparks ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw Na- Students learned the history of the children,” Connie Tillery, Su- story of his legendary grandfa- tem and various roles played by tion Judicial Department offered the Chickasaw legal system. They preme Court clerk for the Chicka- ther, Mose Burris. clerks, police, judges, justices and a two-day court camp educating were taken on a tour of the Pon- saw Nation Judicial Department, A Choctaw citizen and Light- peacemakers. students on the operation of the totoc County Justice Center where said. horse lawman for 88 years, Mose For more information on the tribe’s legal system June 24 and Lighthorse Police Chief Randy To conclude the two-day camp, Burris was the most notable Na- court camp, contact Connie Til- 25. Wesley Dusk gave a presentation Melvin Burris, former Chickasaw tive American U.S. Deputy Mar- lery at (580) 235-0281 or email The camp promotes leadership on the anti-drug D.A.R.E. pro- legislator and current employee shal under the jurisdiction of [email protected]. and growth. A total of 35 partici- gram and police training. for the Chickasaw Nation Depart- Isaac “Hanging Judge” Parker, Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. pants participated in events ex- “We are so fortunate to have ment of Commerce, presented who appointed him in 1884. plaining the roles of the Chicka- wonderful volunteers and great participants his own handmade The two-day camp provided saw Legislature, Governor’s Of- host/hostesses who allow us necklaces, hosted a martial arts invaluable information to the fice and Judicial Department. to make the camp a success for demonstration and shared the participants on the court sys- Kids learn marksmanship, firearm safety at annual Tanumpo Hosa Apisa clinic

Chickasaw youth hit the mark “I had experience when I first during the Chickasaw Nation’s started attending the clinic,” the Tanumpo Hosa Apisa Marksman- 15-year-old Kingston student ship Clinic Monday, July 7. said. “But, I always learn some- Hosted by the Southern Okla- thing new, I get extra practice and From left, Lyndal Dedmon, food services director for Mercy Hospital Ada; Shana R. Wood, Oklahoma Blood Chickasaw Nation employee David Kinback, homa Sportsman’s Club, 44 stu- I like to interact with the people.” Institute blood program consultant; Jennifer Boeck, vice president of communications for People’s Electric OTAP counselor for the Safe and Stable Families, dents, ages 12-18, spent the day Lane was also quick to compli- Cooperative; and Debbie Jackson, customer relations director for the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center prepares to donate blood at the fifth annual Ada All-American Blood Drive July 3. learning about firearm safety, re- ment this year’s crop of instruc- celebrate the fifth annual Ada All-American Blood Drive July 3 at the Pontotoc County Agri-Plex in Ada. sponsibility and marksmanship. tors, all members of Southern The clinic also provides an in- Oklahoma Sportsman’s Club. troduction to Olympic-style target “They are really knowledgeable Fifth Annual All-American Blood Drive sees 275 donors shooting. and experienced,” he said. “I’ve ADA, Okla. - More than 275 po- throughout the community,” Mrs. center in America, and provides Growing in popularity, the learned even more about compe- tential donors arrived at the fifth Jackson said. “Everyone involved every drop of blood needed by marksmanship clinic draws both tition shooting too. That is some- Annual Ada All-American Blood works so hard to make this year- patients in 144 medical facilities beginner and experienced youth thing I’d like to try.” Drive July 3 at the Pontotoc Coun- ly event a success and we look across Oklahoma. sport shooters. Highly qualified Each year, the clinic introduces ty Agri-Plex. forward to touching the lives of For more information on donat- instructors provide hands-on students to a new recreation op- The annual event, organized others by collecting these much ing blood, contact the Oklahoma training to participants of all tion and lifelong skills. by several local organizations needed donations.” Blood Institute at (580) 436-0384, skill levels. “Many kids do not know that including the Chickasaw Nation, Oklahoma Blood Institute is the or visit www.obi.org. During the clinic, students marksmanship is a sporting op- People’s Electric Cooperative eighth-largest nonprofit blood Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. were divided into small groups. tion with professional competi- (PEC), Mercy Hospital Ada, suc- The groups rotated through skill tions,” Chickasaw Nation Youth ceeded in collecting donations sessions designed to engage and Activities manager Kevin Tiger to help save the lives of those in ‘I Love My Child’ family event Aug. 23 educate youth on various sport said. “We want to provide an op- need. Close to 800 lives will be ADA, Okla. - Mark your calen- tion hosts “I Love My Child” Fam- shooting styles including, rifles, portunity to educate them on the touched by the generosity of this dar for the Chickasaw Nation’s “I ily Fun Day to celebrate children compound bows and air pistols. variety of sports out there. They year’s donors. Love My Child” Family Fun Day and families, and to shed light on Rotations also included demon- are not limited to pursuing just Debbie Jackson, Chickasaw Saturday, August 23 from 9 a.m. the importance of non-custodial strations by Richard Chadwick of football or basketball.” Nation Medical Center customer through noon at Wintersmith parents fulfilling child support Southern Oklahoma Sportsman’s To learn more about Tanumpo relations director, was on site to Park in Ada. obligations. The event will feature family- For more information regarding Club. Hosa Apisa Marksmanship Clinic, welcome both volunteers and do- friendly attractions, games, dem- Child Support Awareness month Chickasaw citizen and five-year contact the Chickasaw Nation Di- nors. onstrations and activities. Free or child support services, please clinic alumnus Lane Harkins vision of Youth Services at (580) “It is wonderful to see such a snacks and refreshments will be call (866) 431-3419 or visit www. looks forward to Tanumpo Hosa 272-5716. great response year after year served. Chickasaw.net. Apisa every year. Contributed by Miranda Elliott, Public Affairs. from donors and volunteers Every year, the Chickasaw Na- Contributed by Miranda Elliott, Public Affairs. Education investment tops expenditures

FINANCIAL REPORT drugs, wellness center, community health The businesses had $175.92 million in excluding federal program funding, had The tribal government caption includes clinics, catastrophic medical assistance cash and investments which is reserved net assets of $1.77 billion. the tribe’s general fund and BIA trust and other similar programs not covered for accounts payable and business opera- funds. The Chickasaw Businesses include by federal programs or grants. tions. all of the businesses and operations of the The businesses’ expenditures are classi- As of June 30, 2014, tribal operations, Division of Commerce. Not included in fied as to expenses associated with gam-

the financial statements are federally or ing operation of the tribe and the other Chickasaw Nation Tribal Operations state funded programs and/or grants and businesses of the tribe. Statement of Revenues and Expenditures the financial statements of Bank 2 and Executive Summary of the Financial For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2014 Tribal Chickasaw Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. Statements of the period ending June Government Businesses Total The growing needs of the businesses 30, 2014 Revenues $ 12,040,546 936,532,103 948,572,649 are taken into account when determining Tribal Government Transfers from businesses to tribal government 116,469,949 (116,469,949) - the transfers from the businesses to the Revenues and transfers from the busi- Total funds available 128,510,495 820,062,154 948,572,649 general fund. It is vital to the long range nesses for operations and fixed assets Expenditures General government 4,317,090 4,317,090 mission of the Chickasaw Nation that the totaled $13.59 million for the month and Legislature 2,070,714 2,070,714 Judiciary 871,338 871,338 businesses continue to grow and diversify. $128.51 million year-to-date. Expenditures Education 16,141,595 16,141,595 Revenues of tribal government, other were $10.63 million for the month and Heritage Preservation 12,819,183 12,819,183 Health 15,053,536 15,053,536 than the transfer from businesses, in- $87.25 million year-to-date. Youth Services 2,569,426 2,569,426 Family Services 6,500,024 6,500,024 clude motor fuel settlement funds and Chickasaw Businesses Nutrition Programs 4,745,275 4,745,275 investment income. Chickasaw Business Revenue net of gaming prizes through Regulatory 7,188,078 7,188,078 Assistance Programs 14,971,070 14,971,070 revenues include gaming revenues net June totaled $936.53 million. Net income Gaming expense 532,055,721 532,055,721 of prizes and other sales revenues from before the transfers to the Tribal Govern- Other businesses' expense 177,581,972 177,581,972 Total expenditures 87,247,329 709,637,693 796,885,022 convenience stores, travel plazas, tobacco ment was $226.89 million year-to-date. Increase in net assets 41,263,166 110,424,461 151,687,627 Beginning net assets 697,884,311 922,218,076 1,620,102,387 stores, other tribal businesses as well as The net income includes all revenue, in- Ending net assets $ 739,147,477 1,032,642,537 1,771,790,014 rental and investment income. cluding amounts reserved for business

Tribal expenditures are classified by growth and expansion. Chickasaw Nation Tribal Operations function. General government includes Statement of Net Assets Statement of Net Assets Tribal Chickasaw the maintenance and operations of tribal At June 30, 2014, the tribal government June 30,2014 Government Businesses Total

property, the Chickasaw Times and Gov- funds had $262.60 million in cash and Cash and Investments $ 262,599,748 175,922,856 438,522,604 ernor’s and Lt. Governor’s offices. Expen- investments. Of this amount, $20.87 mil- Receivables 24,080,350 100,253,419 124,333,769 Inventory 105,787 7,804,142 7,909,929 ditures for education include education lion is in the BIA Trust funds. This total Prepaid expenses -­‐ 13,800,054 13,800,054 Other Assets -­‐ 1,202,500 1,202,500 scholarships as well as the tribe’s division does not include any federal program Fixed assets 454,054,047 860,029,327 1,314,083,374 of education. Health expenditures include funds. Less payables (1,692,455) (126,369,761) (128,062,216) Net Assets $ 739,147,477 1,032,642,537 1,771,790,014 eye glasses, hearing aids, prescription August 2014 chickasaw times 9 Located in Oklahoma City’s premiere tourism district, new store seen as window to Chickasaw Country Exhibit C offers high-profile gallery for Chickasaw, Southeastern art OKLAHOMA CITY – Visitors to authentic memory of their visit to Oklahoma City’s Bricktown dis- our state.” trict can now experience a Native Exhibit C is open daily from 11 art and cultural venue. Exhibit C a.m. until 8 p.m. at 1 E. Sheridan, includes an art gallery, retail shop Bricktown. All items located in and tourism information center. the Exhibit C art gallery and re- Exhibit C continues the vision tail space will be for sale. of raising awareness of the many cultural and entertainment expe- riences in Oklahoma set forth by About Chickasaw Country Governor Bill Anoatubby. Chickasaw Country is a re- “Native culture is a vital part of gional tourism organization rep- the attraction Oklahoma holds for resenting 13 south-central Okla- visitors from across the U.S. and homa counties. A marketing as- around the world,” Gov. Anoa- sociation lead by The Chickasaw tubby said. “We are investing in Nation to blend tourism efforts Exhibit C because it offers an ex- in the region, Chickasaw Coun- traordinary place for visitors to try represents festivals, events experience the rich Native Amer- and attractions. A very diverse ican history and heritage of our and cultural destination, Chicka- state. We are pleased to celebrate saw Country has new adventures a growing partnership between around every corner. In 2013, our tribe and Oklahoma City the U.S. Travel Association hon- which offers benefits to everyone ored Chickasaw Country with a concerned.” Destiny award in both the Best The gallery is at 1 E. Sheridan Travel Website and Best Use of in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Social Media Platform categories. premiere entertainment district. Officials with the Chickasaw Nation and members of the Oklahoma City community join together at Exhibit C in Bricktown to dedicate the new Chickasaw The awards were given during the Exhibit C’s art gallery displays art gallery. Exhibit C includes an art gallery featuring the works of Chickasaw and other Southeastern artists, a retail shop and a tourist information center. annual Educational Seminar for works of several artists from the From left, Chickasaw artist Mike Larsen; Blake Wade, CEO of the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum; Oklahoma City Ward 7 councilman John Tourism Organizations confer- Chickasaw and Southeastern Pettis; Chickasaw Nation Commerce official Dan Boren; Oklahoma City Ward 6 councilman Meg Salyer; Paige Williams, Chickasaw Nation director of travel ence. tribes as well as works from spe- and tourism; Chickasaw Nation Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Bellefeuille-Gordon; Lee Allan Smith, President, Oklahoma Events, Inc.; Chickasaw tribal cial featured artists that will ro- legislator Dean McManus; Chickasaw Nation Department of Commerce Secretary Bill Lance; Chickasaw tribal legislator Mary Jo Green; Chickasaw Nation tate every four months. The retail Lt. Gov. Jefferson Keel; Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett; Chickasaw tribal legislators Connie Barker, Shana Tate Hammond and Steven Woods; Candy About the Chickasaw shop offers artisan works such Factory building owner Chuck Ainsworth; and Oklahoma Tourism Director Deby Snodgrass. Jacquelyn Sparks Nation as jewelry, pottery, paintings and clothing. Other retail items in- Bricktown visitors interested in him to a 40-year career in paint- ural elements. The gallery and of- clude the full line of Bedré Fine Chickasaw Country. ing and sculpting. By immers- fice space are separated by glass With more than 50,000 citizens, Chocolate, books from Chickasaw World-renowned Chickasaw ing himself in historic events, walls to encourage collaboration the Chickasaw Nation is the 12th Press as well as Chickasaw Coun- artist Mike Larsen is the first Mr. Larsen creates paintings and between visitors and staff. largest federally-recognized Indi- try-branded items. featured artist at Exhibit C. Mr. sculptures that reflect a specific “Exhibit C not only features an tribe in the United States. The Exhibit C also functions as a Larsen has a passion for Ameri- event or period of time in history. a well-rounded representation Chickasaw Nation had an eco- tourism information center for can history and art that has led Pieces of Mr. Larsen’s art can of Chickasaw artists’ pieces as nomic impact of more than $2.4 be seen throughout Oklahoma, well as pieces from other South- billion in Oklahoma in 2011. The Buffalo Project including the Oklahoma State eastern tribes in one location,” tribe is the seventh largest em- Capitol and the Chickasaw Cul- Ms. Williams said. “It also gives ployer in Oklahoma, with more tural Center. His artwork is on visitors the chance to learn more than 12,000 employees. A demo- display at Exhibit C now through about a rich culture and history cratic republic with executive, leg- October. that awaits their exploration in islative and judicial departments, Paige Williams, Chickasaw Na- south-central Oklahoma. This the tribe’s jurisdictional territory tion Department of Commerce space, in essence, is meant to be includes all or part of 13 counties director of tourism, said the a one-stop shop for visitors who in south central Oklahoma. mixed-use space incorporates may not have the time this trip to a contemporary design concept explore all of Chickasaw Country that embraces historical and nat- but still want to take home an Chikasha Bak Bak youth stickball team

OKLAHOMA CITY - Chickasaw falo involved two distinct themes: artist Brent Greenwood and five past and present. The right side students from the Chickasaw of the buffalo represents the Summer Arts Academy began Southeastern homelands and the working on a fiberglass buffalo left side represents Oklahoma. September 14, 2013. Mr. Green- With great pride, the collabora- wood and Chickasaws Kyla Agu- tion among Mr. Greenwood and irre, Ashton Rawlins, Faithlyn his students was completed on Seawright, Christian Steidly and October 12, 2013. The buffalo is Me-Way-Seh Greenwood gave of housed at Exhibit C in Oklahoma their time to experience learning City’s Bricktown District. and gain cultural enrichment. Contributed by Nicole Schultz, Public Affairs. Chikasha Bak Bak youth stickball team competed in its first exhibition game June 22 in Atoka, Okla. The artistic vision for the buf- Jacquelyn Sparks Chickasaw youth ages seven to 17 interested in learning and competing in stickball are encouraged to join! For more information, call (580) 272-3557. Murray’s Bessie Poe Hall listed on National Register of Historic Places TISHOMINGO, Okla. - Nestled in The bill authorized $50,000 - a corner of the campus of Murray nearly $600,000 in today’s dollars State College campus, in Tishom- - to be credited to the Chickasaw ingo, is an often overlooked his- Nation for the purpose of build- torical treasure. Built in the early ing the dormitories to house Na- 20th century to provide hous- tive Americans. A condition of ing for a growing student body, building the dormitories includ- Bessie Poe Hall is a prominent ed transferring ownership of the landmark of the area. Its historic property they were built on to the and architectural value led to it Chickasaw Nation from the City becoming one of the many sites of Tishomingo. within Johnston County, Oklaho- Intended for use by Native ma listed on the National Register Americans, Bessie Poe Hall was of Historic Places. designed to house 130 students. Bessie Poe Hall is one of two Once completed, non-natives were dormitories constructed to house welcomed into the facility. The the students of Murray State Col- property was purchased from the lege (then known as Murray State Chickasaw Nation by the State of School of Agriculture). The dor- Oklahoma decades later. mitories were built with coopera- According to documentation Bessie Poe Hall tion among federal, tribal, state prepared by the Oklahoma Pres- and local agencies. ervation Office, Bessie Poe Hall is students. Brick was used to build tional Register in Johnston Coun- Wapanucka Academy and the Bessie Poe Hall serves as a re- also architecturally important. the first floor and window trim ty. Others include the Chicka- Chickasaw White House. minder of these continued part- It is a simplified Queen Anne throughout the building. Distinc- saw Nation Capitol, Tishomingo Contributed by KC Cole, Public Affairs. nerships. building with uniquely crafted tive eye brow windows and a sky- Armory, Tishomingo City Hall, With curriculum based on ag- elements. These include a half light provide light to the interior riculture, early enrollment of timber design embedded in the stairwell. About the National Register of Historic Places Murray State College consisted pebble stucco on the fourth floor As one of the earliest build- As a part of the National Park al Register have significant ties mainly of Chickasaw and Choc- exterior and outside banisters ings at Murray State College, the Service, the National Register of to the community. Nominations taw boys from southern Okla- made of brick leading up to the hall has served many functions. Historic Places is a list of the na- for listing properties come from homa. The demand for housing second floor porch. Many of these It has been both a girls and boys tion’s historic treasures. Accord- state, federal or tribal historic preservation officers. Local orga- was enormous. For more than 10 features were used in housing in dormitory. A few years prior to its ing to the National Park Service, nizations and private individuals years, students relied on board- eastern states, but the design of closing in 1972, it was used as an this national program coordi- may also initiate the process to ing houses or rooms for rent in the dormitory is unique to Okla- athletic dormitory. It is currently nates to support public and pri- add properties. private homes for lodging. homa. a storage facility for Murray State vate efforts to identify, evaluate Once completed, a review board To provide adequate living ar- Located inside the building is a College. and protect America’s historic in each state considers whether a rangements for the fledgling three-bedroom apartment intend- Bessie Poe Hall is one of six and archeological resources. property merits being added to school took an act of Congress. ed for live in-house parents for sites currently listing on the Na- Properties listed on the Nation- National Register. 10 chickasaw times August 2014 Pieces on loan from tribe to facility at Chucalissa Site near Memphis Treasured Chickasaw art featured at Nash Museum see items you’ve made displayed in a museum,” Mr. Shackleford said. “Being able to contribute and give people information about Chickasaws, our heritage and culture, is appealing and I enjoy doing it.” Mr. Walker’s link to his Chicka- saw heritage is first in his mind when talking about the honor of having his bows displayed for ev- eryone to enjoy. “In 1995, when I knew I was bringing my family back to Ada, I was so excited,” he said. “All I could think about was go- ing out to Kullihoma and walk- ing and hunting in the woods. I Chickasaw citizen, artist and teacher Randy Shackleford stands next to a display of Chickasaw arts and detour to the Chucalissa facility and arrows in other museums did, too, every weekend for sev- culture at the C.H. Nash Museum at the Chucalissa Archaeological Site near Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. before heading to Tuscumbia, Al- and his work is prominently fea- eral months. One most impor- Shackleford’s beaded hand band is shown as well as a youth bow and arrow donated by Chickasaw abama, for Oka Kapassa Festival, tured in shadowbox showcases tant thing I desired was to see, craftsman Wayne Walker. Many other Chickasaws donated to the display, which is on loan from the Chickasaw Nation. At right, a more detailed photo of the intricate bead work is shown. a special Native American annual at the Chickasaw Nation Depart- feel and touch a bow. So I went gathering that celebrates the cul- ment of Housing. to the old gym where I was told a MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Wayne Walk- Mr. Walker contributed a youth ture and traditions of American Mr. Shackleford is a prolific bow was displayed. There wasn’t er and Randy Shackleford are bow and arrow. The set is painted Indians who once thrived in what artist – paintings, flutes, crafts, a bow and I felt so empty. I came well-known among Oklahoma in tribal colors. Mr. Shackleford’s is now northern Alabama. beadwork – and much more, have home to touch and feel some- artists and craftsman for their beaded hat band – replete with Mr. Walker noticed a few Chick- been featured in many art venues, thing I remember as a child and exquisite, detailed Native art symbols sacred to Chickasaws asaw displays but decided more especially the annual Southeast could not. Now, there are many work. Now, Americans are get- since birth of the tribe – is on were needed. He stepped up and Art Show and Market, a popular bow makers and tomorrow’s chil- ting a chance to fall in love with display along with other Chicka- said he would donate works. Mr. addition to the Chickasaw Nation dren will never know the empty their creations that embody the saw-made art. It is on loan to the Walker always is equipped with Annual Meeting and Festival. feeling I felt.” heritage and traditions handed museum by the Chickasaw Na- his handmade, decorative weap- “It is always a good feeling to Contributed by Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. down for centuries by Chickasaw tion. A stomp dance belt, gorget, onry. At the time, Mr. Walker people. pucker-toed moccasins, and even worked at the Chickasaw Cultural Mr. Walker, an environmental a small game blow dart gun from Center demonstrating hide tan- technician with the Chickasaw Chickasaw artisans are displayed ning, stomp dancing and other Cheerleading Camp Nation, and Mr. Shackleford, a at Chucalissa. activities. His homemade weap- math and science instructor at The museum serves as a gate- ons helped him fully demonstrate Paoli (OK) schools, have works way into understanding the sci- the importance of the ancient of art on display in the C.H. ence of archaeology and the inter- Chickasaw way of life during Nash Museum at the Chucalissa pretation of Native American and those teaching opportunities. Archaeological Site, an ancient traditional cultures of the area. Neither Chickasaw knew if, or mound location in the ancestral Its exhibits interpret the prehis- when, their work would be dis- homelands operated through the tory of the Mid-South, contempo- played. University of Memphis. rary Southeastern Native Ameri- Recently, Mr. Shackleford em- Mr. Shackleford’s beaded hat cans, and the African-American barked upon a trip to Tennessee band was manufactured on com- cultural heritage of the Chucal- to visit a daughter. He stopped by mission for display at Chucalissa. issa site’s landscape. the museum only to discover all Mr. Walker’s contributions were It was 2008. The Chickasaw the Chickasaw items on full dis- Students work core strength-training exercises at Champions Cheerleading Clinic in Ada, Okla., June play. made spontaneously with little Dance Troupe had just crossed 27-28. More than 80 participants were instructed on motion, jumps, spirit, rhythm, health and fitness encouragement they would ever over the Mississippi River bridge Mr. Walker is a well-known at this summer’s clinic Marcy Gray be displayed for the general pub- linking Arkansas and Tennessee. traditional Chickasaw bow and lic to enjoy. The troupe decided to take a little weapons craftsman. He has bows Unique Chickasaw artwork displayed at McKissick Museum on campus of University of South Carolina “I sent them a finger woven belt, a clutch style purse which has a pleated flap,” she said. “Every other pleat has a strip of finger weaving on it. I also sent a purse with an across-the-body strap which is finger woven and the entire front panel of the purse is finger woven. Both purses are made with buffalo hair yarn. The belt is made from acrylic yarn.” The strapped purse was a first- place entry in the Southeastern Arts Show and Market in 2012. The other purse was featured this year in the Art of the Chickasaw Women at Sulphur’s ARTesian Gallery and was displayed for a month, April 17-May 16. “It is an alternating pattern of my ‘flame design’ and the basic chevron pattern,” Ms. Shackleford said. “The colors are black, red, orange, yellow, blue. “I think it is an honor to be recognized as a Chickasaw art- ist and be a part of represent- ing Southeastern style art. I have been working the last several years to establish myself as an artist and I feel like this is anoth- A student cheerleader demonstrates her handstand technique at Champions Cheerleading Clinic, a er step toward my goal. I am ex- two-day event aimed at teaching and enhancing basic cheerleading fundamentals geared toward cited about this museum exhibit specific skill levels. because it will help educate about Southeastern art, traditional and contemporary forms, and I get ‘Mud Day’ at Child Development Center to be a part of that. As an artist, my goals are to show in various native art shows, have items in museums, and make enough business for myself that I can be Tyra Shackleford with her award-winning bison hair and glass bead stomp dance belt. a full-time artist. “I also want to educate people ADA, Okla. – Tyra Shackleford cially finger weaving. about Southeastern art, in gen- is her father’s daughter. Her most recent honor was a eral, and finger weaving and tra- Both have created Chickasaw second place overall finish in ditional textiles, specifically. I am handmade cultural art displayed the textiles, weaving and cloth- slowly accomplishing those goals. at national museums; he in C.H. ing division of the Red Earth Na- This is the first time I have been Nash Museum at the Chucalissa tive American Cultural Festival, asked to put items in a museum Archaeological Site in Memphis, the largest and most prestigious and I think it will open the door she in McKissick Museum on the in the nation. Ms. Shackleford’s for many more opportunities.” University of South Carolina cam- hand-woven, bison hair stomp Ms. Shackleford said other pus at Columbia. dance belt, appointed with glass Chickasaws may have been ap- Ms. Shackleford, special proj- beads, was manufactured with proached to submit items for the ects coordinator for the Chicka- arrowhead designs. yearlong exhibit but inquiries to saw Nation Cultural Resources For the museum, Ms. Shackl- the museum were not answered Children enjoy the Chickasaw Nation Child Development Center’s first “Mud Day” event Monday, Department, is the go-to crafts eford sent several items for dis- by deadline. June 30. Gallons of mud were shipped in for the event. Students had a great time splashing, rolling, expert for many projects, espe- play. Contributed by Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. squishing and making mud pies. Jacquelyn Sparks August 2014 chickasaw times 11 Kids learn about law enforcement careers, essential skills of Lighthorse officers Young cadets learn police skills at Lighthorse camp ADA, Okla. - Native American children were introduced to the inner workings of law enforce- ment during the annual Chicka- saw Lighthorse Police Academy, June 23-26, at Lighthorse Police Headquarters, in Ada. The academy presented 18 young cadets an introduction to equipment, physical fitness, po- lice procedures and investigation techniques used daily by law en- forcement officials. The academy included field trips to the City of Ada law enforcement facilities and the Council on Law Enforce- ment Education and Training (CLEET) campus. Cadets were issued their own utility belts for the duration of the academy. Lessons were taught by Lighthorse Police officers and included self-defense, CPR and first aid, crime scene investiga- Autumn Sutton, of Ada, Okla., and Kelsey Monjay, of Mill Creek, Okla., received personalized one-on- tion and departmental organi- one training from Sgt. Wood in the finer forms of self-defense. Jarrett Ellis and Taylor Ireland, of Ada, Okla., practice self-defense drills learned while attending the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Academy. Marcy Gray zation of most law enforcement ic. I want to find a job as either a and police gear used. agencies. cop or in the medical field, like The academy ended with ca- Twelve-year-old Morgan Ter- them.” dets putting to use what they rel, of Mustang, Okla., applied Firsthand accounts were pre- had learned while attending the About Lighthorse Police Department attended the Chickasaw Nation sented, and cadets learned about camp. Cadets took part in real Lighthorse is a historic name dispatch, SWAT team and DIVE Lighthorse Academy because he many of the specialized career world scenarios face by police. given by the Five Civilized Tribes team. These divisions were cre- is interested in public service as paths and training available to Mock traffic stops, crime scene of the United States to their ated to better serve the citizens a career. Lighthorse police officers. These investigations and other drills mounted police force. Once re- of the Chickasaw Nation and pro- “I want to learn what police do included the demonstrations by tested the newly developed skills moved to Indian Territory, the vide needed support to the sur- on a daily basis,” Morgan said. “At the K9 units, dive team, tactical of the cadets. Five Civilized Tribes, including rounding law enforcement com- the police academy, I can see and team, dispatch and field investi- Contributed by KC Cole, Public Affairs. the Chickasaws, created the elite munity. experience it. My dad is a police gators. Each cadet had the oppor- Lighthorse police forces. To contact the Lighthorse Police officer and my mom is paramed- tunity to see and handle the tools The Chickasaw Lighthorse Po- Department call (580) 436-1166, lice Department, reestablished (580) 436-7213 or the tip line at in 2004, is comprised of six divi- 1-866-928-7384. sions - patrol, K9, investigations, Champions Football Clinic, June 26-28

Ken Heupel instructs students at the June 26-28 Champions Football Clinic in Ada, Okla. Coach Heupel teaches football fundamentals while incorporating four principles of success - discipline, trust, respect and hard work.

Jacquelyn Sparks Basketball Camp, July 8-9 The Chickasaw Nation Youth Basketball Camp drew more than 75 girls to Oklahoma City University July 8-9.

More than 95 students participated in football skill-building activities, including offensive and defensive drills, led by a team of veteran coaches and players at Champions Football Clinic June 26-28.

Aspiring players went head-to-head during a full court session at the Chickasaw Nation Boys Youth Basketball Camp July 10-11 Jacquelyn Sparks 12 chickasaw times August 2014 Chickasaw Nation facility puts premium on education, all-around positive environment Chickasaw Children’s Village celebrates 10 years of service

Chickasaw Children’s Village director Sallie Wallace

Located near Kingston on the shores of Lake Texoma, Chickasaw Children’s Village is celebrating a decade of service to Chickasaw and other Native American youth this month. KINGSTON, Okla. - It’s been 10 dated to 1917. me the value of dependability, Golden Rule when working with respect he demonstrated. years since the Chickasaw Chil- Students live in family groups punctuality and teamwork.” students. “They say how they appreci- dren’s Village opened its doors, in cottages and attend Kingston From the Children’s Village, Mr. “I treat the students as I would ate how helpful I was…listening offering a warm, nurturing en- Public Schools. Most are involved Gibson went to college at Eastern want to be treated,” he said. to their needs and working with vironment for Native American in sports and other extra-curricu- Oklahoma State University, where Throughout the years, former them to improve their academics students. lar activities, including vocational he was active in several extra-cur- students have contacted him to at school,” he said. Nestled on 160 acres near the agriculture, band and academic ricular activities. He even served thank him for the kindness and Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. shores of Lake Texoma, Chicka- bowl. a term as president of the Native saw Children’s Village promotes Tutoring services and flexible American Student Association. academic achievement and char- academic curriculum are de- He earned a bachelor’s degree in Chickasaw Children’s Village, Carter Seminary, acter development. Students gain signed to meet the needs of ev- Native American studies, with a skills necessary for successful ery child. Several amenities are minor in music from East Central Bloomfield Academy have historic connection family function. available to students including University a few years later. Chickasaw Children’s Village is the U.S. lived on-campus, and at- Since the 2004-05 school year, a library, computer lab, a gym, He now works in the Chickasaw the successor to the historic Cart- tended public school off campus. hundreds of students have called a garden, storm shelter, recre- Nation Office of Child Welfare er Seminary in Ardmore, Okla., Bloomfield was founded in 1852 the Kingston facility home. ational areas and on-site medical Services where he uses lessons and carries on the Chickasaw near Achille, Okla., and opened Some students enroll because facilities. learned at the Children’s Village history of placing a high value on in the fall of 1853 as a boarding of family tradition. Their par- Mrs. Wallace marvels at the to help other Native American education. school for girls, with 25 students. ents and grandparents attended Children’s Village positive impact families. For many years, Carter Semi- The curriculum included English boarding schools and those stu- on so many young Native Ameri- Mrs. Wallace and Children’s Vil- nary educated Native American language and alphabet, spelling, dents are keeping the tradition can lives. lage staff hope to instill lasting boys and girls in dormitory-style reading, writing and arithmetic. alive. Other students are seeking “It’s just a blessing to be a part life skills and shape students into on the Ardmore campus. Advanced students studied bot- better opportunities. of and see a positive change in good citizens. Carter Seminary was built in any, United States history, natural Chickasaw Children’s Village young people’s lives,” she said. “Our hope is when they have 1917 as a replacement for the philosophy and grammar. Stu- director Sallie Wallace has been “The students get to enjoy a home families, they will pass on what Chickasaw girls school Bloom- dents were also taught to make with the Children’s Village since environment and family atmo- they learn here to their children,” field Academy, which was located and mend their own clothes, do the beginning. Starting in 1995, sphere. Our staff is amazing.” she said. “We have an important in Bryan County, Oklahoma and housework, and learned drawing she worked as a dorm parent One of those former students, responsibility to our students.” burned in 1914. painting and vocal music. when students attended Carter Eric Gibson, credits his year at Chickasaw Children’s Village The school was renamed Cart- Contact the Chickasaw Chil- Seminary in Ardmore, Okla. the Children’s Village to setting Academic Manager Robert Hens- er Seminary in 1934 in honor of dren’s Village for more informa- The Children’s Village offers him in a path to succeed in col- ley is in the middle of his 29th Chickasaw Charles D. Carter. tion at (580) 564-3060 or visit a home atmosphere for its stu- lege. year working with students at In 1949, the school became co- www.chickasaw.net/Services/ dents. It is the successor to the “I had very supportive house the Children’s Village and Cart- educational and in 1953 Native Chickasaw-Children-s-Village. historic Carter Seminary, which parents,” he said. “They taught er Seminary. He abides by the American students from across aspx.

Chickasaw Nation Department of Health employees honored

Nathaniel Pulliam Chickasaw Nathaniel Pulliam earns BSA Eagle

Nathaniel Pulliam has complet- ed his Eagle Scout with Troop 4 of Ada, Oklahoma. He received his Eagle March 25. Troop 4 Scoutmaster is Angus Governor Bill Anoatubby, left, and Dr. Judy Goforth Parker, PhD, APRN-CNP, second from right, are joined by the award recipients at the 11th Annual Indian Health Area Director’s Awards Ceremony July 17. McFarlane. Award recipients include, from left, Larry Wood, awarded for 40 years of service; Gail Glase, 35 years of service; Tony Poe, 30 years of service; Thelma Johnson, Peer Recognition; Leslie Johnson, Peer Recognition; Nathaniel has earned 35 merit Debra Provence, Area Director’s Excellence in Customer Service; Kelly Row, Peer recognition; Robbie Williams, Peer Recognition; Brenda Teel, Exceptional Performance Individual and Jerod Waters, Merit Award. badges and has completed the Jacquelyn Sparks mile swim and COPE at Camp Simpson. He has 47 nights in his Employees of the Chickasaw Debra Provence, Diabetes Care medical laboratory technician at Native American people. camping log not including one Nation Department of Health Center clinic nurse manager at the clinical laboratory at Chicka- The event was the 11th Annual month as camp staff at Camp were recently recognized for the Chickasaw Nation Medical saw Nation Medical Center. Ms. Oklahoma City Area Director’s In- Simpson. exemplary performance by the Center, received the Area Direc- Row is RN nurse manager at the dian Health Service, Tribal, Urban Nathaniel’s Eagle Project was Oklahoma City Area Director of tor’s Individual Award for Excel- Tishomingo Health Clinic. Leslie Awards Ceremony. the planning, funding and direct- U.S. Indian Health Service (IHS), lence in Customer Service. Rear Johnson is administrative as- Employees from Indian Health ing the construction of two wood by their supervisors, and by their Admiral Kevin Meeks, a Chicka- sistant at the Ardmore Health Clinics throughout Oklahoma and steel 10-foot picnic tables for peers. saw, is Area Director of the Okla- Clinic. Thelma Johnson is Durant who demonstrate performance, the Ada Boys and Girls Club. Eleven of the tribe’s Depart- homa City Area Office of the IHS. Health Clinic supervisor and Rob- integrity, responsibility and Nathaniel is the son of Bran- ment of Health employees re- Jerod Waters received a Merit bie Williams is HIM supervisor at dedication are honored and rec- don and Sabrina Pulliam, and the ceived awards during the July 17 Award for his work as director of the Purcell Health Center. ognized annually at this awards brother to Eric, all of Ada. ceremony at the National Cowboy nursing and EMS at the Chicka- Tony Poe, Gail Glase and Larry ceremony. He is the grandson of Kent and & Western Heritage Museum in saw Nation Medical Center. Wood were recognized for long For more information on IHS Pat Pulliam, of Sulphur, Okla., Oklahoma City. Brenda Teel received an award time service with IHS. They re- health facilities, programs and Don and Barbara Boswell, of Governor Bill Anoatubby said for exceptional individual perfor- ceived Length of Service awards services, visit www.ihs.gov. Yale, Okla., and Bernie and Stacy that the employees were very de- mance in a non-clinical setting. for 30 years, 35 years and 40 Contributed by Amber Carey, Public Affairs. Hargenrader, of Houma, Louisi- serving of the recognition. Ms. Teel is director of the Busi- years of service, respectively. ana. “Our employees consistently ness Office at Chickasaw Nation The IHS is an agency within the He is the great-grandson of Ros- strive to deliver the highest qual- Medical Center. U.S. Department of Health and coe Pulliam, of Ardmore, Okla., ity service to each patient they Laura Morrison, Kellie Row, Les- Human Services. It is responsible and Carl and Patricia Courson, of serve,” Gov. Anoatubby said. lie Johnson, Thelma Johnson and for providing federal health care Clarion, Penn. “Each of these individuals exem- Robbie Williams were recognized services to American Indians plifies the commitment that is by their peers for noteworthy ac- and Alaskan Natives. It is also the hallmark of our department complishments. the principal federal health care of health employees.” Ms. Morrison, MLT (ASCP), is provider and health advocate for August 2014 chickasaw times 13 20 year-old’s life has been touched often by dreaded disease Chickasaw woman on bicycle trek to defeat cancer VANCOUVER, British Colum- $250,000 before even leaving Aus- ganization, bicycled 1,500 miles, visit hospitals. They encourage in- most famous and loved operatic bia – Cancer’s ultimate victory tin. The riders set their sights on spent countless hours in commu- volvement. They hope for a cure. sopranos in the 1940s and 1950s. came calling just as a 20-year-old raising $500,000. nity service and played an active Known as “Songbird of the Chick- Chickasaw woman was waging As the riders continue on – ap- role in planning every aspect of asaws,” she proudly represented war to defeat it. proximately two weeks of travel the 2014 excursion. GETTING TO KNOW HER the Chickasaw people and her Sierra Welch was a few days remain – the team has surpassed Ms. Welch is a University of Tex- Ms.Welch is somewhere in Can- heritage. Ms. Welch hopes to give into a 4,700-mile bicycle trek $580,000 and it looks as if the as Human Development and Fam- ada now. All riders will converge back the same kind of love as Tes- from Austin, Texas to Anchorage, $600,000 goal will be shattered ily Science senior whose desire is on the trail and take Anchorage sie did to the Chickasaw tribe. Alaska when the news arrived. when the ride is complete in An- to become a child life specialist en mass. “This is the most amazing and Her boyfriend, Drew Her- chorage. at a children’s hospital. Seventy- You can follow Ms. Welch by go- beautiful experience of my life,” bort, relayed the unthinkable nine riders are advancing toward ing to http://www.texas4000.org/ Ms. Welch said. “We have met – his grandmother, Omie, was Anchorage following three sepa- rider/2014/sierra/sierra-welch/ or cancer survivors and heard their gone. The breast cancer she had INTENSE HATRED OF rate routes – one through the Sier- you can learn more about the stories. We have met families of battled proved too aggressive and ras, one through the Ozarks, and nonprofit, cancer-fighting orga- those who lost the fight. I am so tenacious. CANCER lastly the Rockies. Ms. Welch is nization at www.texas4000.org. proud and humbled how the Tex- Miss Welch accepted the news Ms. Welch is the youngest of part of the Sierra team. Ms. Welch is proud of her as 4000 comforts and encourages from afar. She struggled to de- five children. Her brother, Jake, Along the journey, riders visit Chickasaw heritage. One cousin them as we all desperately seek cide whether to stay on the road now 28, lay dying when only two with people tragically touched by stands out for how she gave back a cure.” or abandon the effort. years old, a cancerous growth the disease. They listen to stories, to the community. Contributed by Gene Lehmann, Media Relations. Her introspection was unneces- discovered attached to his brain share their own and even bed Tessie Lushanya Mobley (1906- sary. Mr. Herbort and his family stem. down in sponsors’ home. They 1990) became one of the world’s let Ms. Welch know it wasn’t time After lobbying by Jake’s father to stop and grieve. It was time to for an experimental treatment, ride, with renewed determina- insurance providers agreed to Chickasaw siblings improve health, find friendships at Chickasaw Wellness Center tion, to honor Omie, as well as the new treatment with the help Ms. Welch’s own brother who sur- of the Doctors from Children’s Chickasaw elder programs enhance lives vived an especially vicious form Medical Center in Dallas. of cancer years earlier. Jake served four years in the U.S. Navy. He recently left the service and completed his degree FINDING PEACE AMID at the University of North Texas. “I ride for my brother,” Ms. ANGUISH Welch said. “I ride for Omie. I ride Ms. Welch found solace in the for science. I ride for hope. I ride Texas 4000 Summer Ride, the lon- to beat cancer for good. My broth- gest annual charity bike ride in er and all the other children who the world. The ride raises funds fought for their life lit a fire deep for scientists seeking to discover inside of me. I have witnessed a cure for cancer. family members, friends and “I talked to Drew and his fam- complete strangers go through Harold Frazier faithfully uses his favorite piece of equipment, “Big Foot,” at Along with her brother, Harold, Chickasaw citizen Laura (Frazier) Watson ily,” Ms. Welch said. “They wanted this fight. My fire and passionate the Chickasaw Nation Wellness Center, Mr. Frazier lost his leg due to diabetes can be found most weekdays in the Chickasaw Nation Wellness Center me to stay on the ride and contin- hatred for cancer has only been complications but has logged hundreds of miles on the machine as a participant in pool. She uses aquatic therapy for relief from arthritis pain, to get exercise ue … in (Omie’s) memory. It was fueled. It is now an insurmount- Moccasin Trails, a motivational exercise program. and stay healthy. really difficult not to go home able inferno.” and be with the family. Before The determined work of many active, or interfere with his gym A nurse for 51 years, with the she passed, I was sending her pic- Chickasaws throughout the years routine. majority of her career spent in In- tures of my trip daily. And even SHARING THE HOPE helped preserve the integrity and He returned to the gym before dian Health Service, Mrs. Watson though I wanted to be at the fu- Embarking on the Texas 4000 sovereignty of the Chickasaw Na- he was fitted with the prostheses knows the importance of health neral more than anything, I knew mission allows Ms. Welch to share tion. - wheeling himself into the gym’s care and wellness. by staying on the ride, I was do- her passion. Joining the group is These individuals, many who weight room in a wheelchair. She began her nursing career in ing the next best thing to honor not for the faint of heart or those are now honored Chickasaw el- “Those guys (in the gym) told 1957 at the Talihina Indian Hos- her memory.” challenged for time. ders, built a strong foundation me I inspire them, I don’t know if pital. Her career took her to sev- Texas 4000 riders surpassed The last 18 months, she has on which the Chickasaw Nation’s it did or not,” Mr. Frazier, a Viet- eral medical facilities including the initial contribution goal of immersed herself within the or- success was built. nam veteran, said humbly. Doctor’s Hospital in Eugene, Ore., For these and many other He did not require any special- Pushmataha Hospital, Valley View reasons, the Chickasaw Nation ized physical therapy when fitted Hospital in Ada, Baylor Hospital, Chickasaw citizen sweeps strives to offer many programs for his new prosthetic. Dallas, Creek Nation Hospital, and opportunities specifically “They made this for me and I Okemah, Okla. for elders. just started walking. Once I got While working at the Pushma- fellowship for Southwestern “We place a high priority on my leg I started exercising on my taha County Hospital, she was serving Chickasaw elders,” Gov. own.” known by her co-workers as Association for Indian Arts Bill Anoatubby said. “Our seniors His determination, commit- “Pokni” are trailblazers and we appreci- ment and dedication caught the ate them. We continue to look for eye of Chickasaw Wellness Center Connecting and ways to improve and enhance staff member Tristen Williams. their quality of life.” Ms. Williams asked Mr. Frazier Reconnecting Some of the services offered to to join Moccasin Trails, a motiva- Growing up in a home near Tu- Chickasaw seniors include care tional exercise program that de- pelo, Okla., where Chickasaw was giver programs, home mainte- velops mentoring and incentives primarily spoken, Mrs. Watson is nance assistance, health care ser- to encourage increase physical now busy relearning her native vices and several Senior Centers. activity to improve overall health. language. Her current project Two Ada-area Chickasaw el- Ms. Williams helps track Mr. is learning to sing the “Lord’s ders, who are siblings, utilize Frazier’s activity for Moccasin Prayer” in Choctaw. Each Sunday, many of these services. They also Trail and in the process they have she drives to church at Boiling faithfully use the Chickasaw Na- formed a strong friendship that Springs, the church she has at- tion Wellness Center to maintain surpasses generational boundar- tended for many years. and improve their health and to ies. When not at the Wellness Cen- stay active. He joined Moccasin Trails Feb. ter, Mrs. Watson can be found Both Harold Frazier and his sis- 13 and about one month later volunteering in the Chickasaw ter Laura (Frazier) Watson have he had logged 100 miles. Two Nation Medical Center Gift Shop. their own schedules and pre- months later he logged 200 miles Both siblings enjoy fellowship ferred methods of exercise. He and the miles keep accumulating. with friends at the Ada Chicka- likes the weight room, she enjoys “Since he joined Moccasin Trail saw Senior Center. the pool and sauna. his work out time has increased The Chickasaw Nation also has Although they are rarely at the by 15 minutes,” Ms. Williams senior sites in Achille, Ardmore, Ada Wellness Center at the same said. Colbert, Duncan, Kullihoma, Ma- time, both manage to inspire oth- Mr. Frazier also takes part in dill, Pauls Valley, Purcell, Sulphur ers. the Senior Nutrition program all and Tishomingo. Mr. Frazier, who has a prosthet- year. He stops at the Farmers Mar- More than 150,000 meals a year ic leg, focuses his morning work- ket in the summer and utilizes are served at Chickasaw Nation outs in the weight room where the Winter Nutrition program in Senior Centers. he “pumps iron” and uses cardio the winter months. He is thank- In addition to meals, the Chick- machines. ful families in need can use tribal asaw Nation Aging program offer He can be found most days on food programs, as well. trips, health screenings, exercise the “Big Foot” machine in the Diagnosed with diabetes in classes and education about a va- Elihu Johnson gym, where he logs mile upon 1995, he is healthy and able to do riety of issues. Chickasaw citizen Elihu John- tional Native craftsmanship. mile during his daily workouts. what he enjoys - help train thor- Chickasaw Nation Wellness son has been selected a Discov- He is intrigued and inspired by The Big Foot machine is a low oughbred horses. Centers are located in Ada, Ard- ery Fellow, awarded a $5,000 his Native heritage. It is this in- impact, total body strength and Mr. Frazier’s sister, Laura (Fra- more and Tishomingo. grant, and will be showing a spiration that put him on a path conditioning cardio machine. He zier) Watson can be found most Mrs. Watson marvels at the tre- multitude of talents this month to one of the premiere New Mexi- also works on his upper body week days in the Wellness Center mendous growth of the Chicka- at the Southwestern Association co Native American art shows. strength with chest presses, back pool. She uses aquatic therapy saw Nation in the past few years. for Indian Arts (SWAIA) in Santa Mr. Johnson’s prestigious fel- extensions and curls. for relief from arthritis pain, to “I think it’s marvelous,” Mrs. Fe, N.M. The show is considered lowship and cash grant will al- “My health is better now than get exercise and stay healthy. She Watson said of all the Chickasaw a national showcase for artisans low him to pursue his desire to when I was 22,” Mr. Frazier said. also uses a stationary bike for Nation developments, particularly whose works command a nation- travel to historical Chickasaw “I enjoy coming up here and I low-impact exercise. the new tourist destinations, such al audience. ancestral homelands to research want to keep exercising as long “My doctor told me to use the as the Artesian Hotel. Mr. Johnson is an artist whose bow-making, weaponry and tradi- as possible, I try to keep my heart pool and keep my joints limber,” “We are blessed.” lifelong artistic quest is just re- tional regalia. pumping and be healthy.” she said. “After her workouts, the For more information about cently coming into national focus. Along with the fellowship, Mr. Wellness staff can almost set (arthritis) pain goes away.” Chickasaw Nation Senior Centers He is a wildlife artist, bow maker, Johnson will have the privilege of their watch to Mr. Frazier’s work- Mrs. Watson, 80, also suffers and other programs for elders, aspiring filmmaker and entrepre- being a part of the fellow-marked out routine. from diabetes and working out call the Chickasaw Nation Divi- neur. He isn’t afraid to explore booth at SWAIA as well as being He spends two hours a day, 6 at the Wellness Center helps her sion of Aging at (580) 795-9790. other art mediums. recognized on stage Aug. 23. days a week at the Wellness Cen- stay active. For information about Chickasaw Born with a natural curiosity of Contributed by Bethany Gill, Media Relations. ter. “I am thankful to the Chicka- Wellness Centers visit https:// the world around him, at age 12 Mr. Frazier, 71, lost his leg saw Nation for the Wellness Cen- www.chickasaw.net/Services/ he began courting Mother Nature. about a year ago due to compli- ter, I am grateful for the caring Wellness-Centers. It resulted in a 26-year relation- cations from diabetes, but it did staff, too. They keep an eye on me Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. ship with wildlife art and tradi- not quell his determination to be and make sure I am safe.” 14 chickasaw times News from our people August 2014 Births Couple weds April 5 in New Mexico

Hayden Pearl Presley

Hayden Pearl Presley was born at 4 p.m., April 1, 2014 at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Cen- ter, Ada, Oklahoma. She weighed 7 lbs., 15 oz., and measured 19 1/2 inches at birth. She is the daughter of Joseph Jarrod and Callie-Jo Presley, of Ada. She is the granddaughter of Joe and Brenda Jalufka and James and Janice Presley. She is the great-granddaughter of Pete and Lahoma Presley, Glad- Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Paul Baken ys Thompson Connel, all of Ada and John Bowen, of Freer, Texas. LeFors, Baken wed April 5 Nelson Paul Baken and Hagen Central University, Ada, Okla- Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ringer LeFors exchanged marriage vows homa. April 5, 2014, during an outdoor She is currently employed with Richard Ringer and Melinda Ringer, of Stratford, Okla., Larry wedding ceremony at Grace the Chickasaw Nation Sovereign Brockett-Bradford were married and Kathy Cloud, (grooms’s sis- Birthday Christian Fellowship, Phillips, Medical Solutions Wellness Team. April 5, 2014 at Hacienda Vargas, ter), of Shafter, California, Brenda Oklahoma. The groom is the son of the late Algodones, New Mexico. and Pete Winters, of Wynnewood, The bride is the daughter Reverend Nelson Baken and Paula The groom is the grandson of Oklahoma, Kenny and Rhonda of Reverend Gary and Cheryl Factor, of Latta, Oklahoma. He is original enrollee W.C. Blevins. McKinzie, of Pauls Valley, Okla- Weeden, of Coalgate, Oklahoma. the grandson of Katherine Pend- The couple attended Wasco homa, Charles and Alexis Lewis She is the granddaughter of the ergraft, of Mill Creek, Oklahoma High School in California togeth- (daughter of the bride), of San late Reverend Raymond Carney and of the late Lillian Baken. er in the 1970s. They were united Luis Obispo, California, and the and Paula Carney, of Coalgate. He graduated from Tishomingo at a class reunion. groom’s life-long friend Jay and She graduated from Coalgate High School. He earned a bach- Charles Ringer served as best Lisa Wedel, of Bakersfield, Cali- High School. She earned an as- elor’s degree from East Central man and Alexis Brandford-Lewis fornia. sociates degree in child develop- University. stood by her mother’s side. The couple resides in San Luis ment from Murray State College, He is currently employed with Twelve guests from far and Obispo, Calif., and plans on Tishomingo, Oklahoma and is the Chickasaw Nation Headquar- wide were in attendance: Charles spending the rest of their lives continuing her education at East ters Finance. (brother of the groom) and Linda on their honeymoon.

Gov. Anoatubby is Distinguished Alumnus Chickasaw royalty Talent! Also this year, we attended to the Annual Red Earth Powwow in Julian Andres Alexander Jacome Oklahoma City. I got to reconnect with some of our Chickasaw art- Julian Andres Alexander Ja- ists and talk about upcoming art come celebrated his second birth- competitions or future art shows. day July 1. His family and friends For the past few months, Bran- celebrated with him at his fam- don Whiteeagle has been teach- ily’s house in Missouri. ing us some words and phrases Julian is the son of Joaquin in our Chickasaw Language. He is and Jessica Jacome and the little so easy to work with and helped brother of Emma Jacome, of Nixa us whenever we couldn’t say a Missouri. He is the grandson of Steve and word correctly. Debbie Saunders, of Ardmore I missed a few events because Oklahoma, and Victor and Car- I went to Italy, Sicily, Crete and Greece for 19 days with the Peo- mela Jacome, of Rogersville Mis- Faithlyn Seawright souri. He is the great-grandson Chickasaw Junior Princess ple to People Ambassadors Pro- of Kenneth and Juanita Evans, of gram. It was lovely and was so Stroud, Oklahoma, Pauline Saun- Chukma! My name is Faithlyn much fun! I learned a lot about ders, of Bethany, Oklahoma, and Seawright and I am your 2013- another part of the world. I even Melvin and Kathleen Stoner, of 2014 Chickasaw Junior Princess. got to talk and share about our Duncan, Oklahoma. These past few months have been culture with my fellow delegates! Happy Second Birthday Julian! very busy for my fellow princess- I am so thankful to have been We Love You Very Much! es and I. given the opportunity to repre- We went to the Gathering of Na- sent our trip in and out of the tions Powwow in New Mexico. We United States. I would like to defi- got to see some talented young nitely encourage the young girls ladies at the Miss Indian World of our tribe to run in the upcom- Pageant and some pretty talent- ing princess pageant. Applica- ed dancers that were competing tions are online and you can con- at the powwow, also. When we tact our coordinator Mary Hartley were at the airport going home, at (580) 272-7710 with questions we found out we had the same that you may have. Gov. Bill Anoatubby accepts the “Distinguished Alumni Award” from classmate James Bynum during flight as Little Mike and Funny I hope to see you at upcoming the Tishomingo (OK) High School Alumni Banquet last month in Tishomingo. Bone! They are native rappers and events soon! Yakkokay! Chipisala- have even been on America’s Got cho! Faithlyn Seawright Southeastern Oklahoma State University president welcomed by tribal leaders

Chickasaw cousins Chickasaw cousins are the grandsons of Lori Wright, the great-great-grandsons of Lillian Stowers Hundreds gather to welcome incoming Southeastern Oklahoma State University President Sean Burrage during a July 7 reception. Pictured from left are Martin (original enrollee) and the great-great-great-great-great-great-grandsons of Levi Colbert. former Choctaw Nation Chief Gregory Pyle, Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, Southeastern Oklahoma State University President Sean Burrage, From left are Jadon Espinoza, Levi Espinoza, Micah Wright and Judah Wright. The cousins are proud Choctaw Nation Chief Gary Batton, Choctaw Nation Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. (photo provided) of their Chickasaw heritage! August 2014 News from our people chickasaw times 15

Chickasaw graduates Jennifer Marie Jones- Travis Benjamin Jenny and Rachel McGee Summer Michelle Mize Summer Michelle Mize is a 2014 Almanza Roquemore graduate of Coppell High School, Coppell, Texas. She is the daugh- ter of Jeff Mize, of Dallas and Christy Stokes, of Coppell. She is the granddaughter of Wade and Carol Mize and Gary and Jackie Hall. Her Chickasaw heritage is from her great-grandfather, John Thomas Harrison. She plans to attend Frank Phil- lips College in Borger, Texas to play volleyball on a volleyball scholarship and study criminal law and criminal investigation techniques. Travis Benjamin Roquemore is a 2014 graduate of Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas. He is the son of Mark and Karla Roque- more. He is the grandson of James Jennifer Marie Jones-Almanza and Clara Mae (Elliott) Roque- is a 2014 graduate of U.S. Grant more, of Long Branch, Texas. He High School, Oklahoma City. She is the great-grandson of Marshall is the daughter of Thomas L. Jr., Ephraim and Chickasaw enrollee Jenny and Rachel McGee are Rachel majored in kinesiology and Neva Jones of Oklahoma City. Ruby (Moore) Elliott, of Calera, 2014 graduates of the University and plans to continue her educa- She is the great-great-grand- Oklahoma. of Arkansas, Fayetteville. tion after establishing residency daughter of original enrollee He was a member of the Delta The sisters graduated May 10. in Oklahoma. She is moving to Lizzie Columbus. Tau Delta fraternity while at Tex- Although not twins, they received Stillwater in August. Emily Burris Jennifer graduated May 30 with as Tech. Mr. Roquemore earned a their bachelor’s degree on the “We are grateful and honored honors. bachelor of general studies degree same day. to be Chickasaw citizens. Your fi- Emily Burris named to She plans to attend Oklaho- and is very grateful for the finan- Jenny majored in animal sci- nancial help allowed us to achieve ma City Community College to cial support he received from the ence with minors in wildlife our goals without the burden of UofA Dean’s List pursue a degree as a registered Chickasaw Nation. habitat and equine science. She is debt that many graduates have. A Chickasaw student has been nurse. working at a bank until she finds Thank you!” a job in her field. named to the J. William Ful- bright College of Arts and Sci- ence Dean’s list at the University of Arkansas. Ashley Denai Gorman Chickasaw academician named Director of Native American Studies at OU Emily Burris was named to the J. William Fulbright College art Chickasaw Cultural Center in Her current research project, of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List Sulphur, directed the museums, “For Better, For Worse: Oklaho- in recognition of scholastic per- archives, language programs and ma’s American Indian Identity,” formance for the 2014 Spring se- Chickasaw Press. examines the state of Oklahoma’s mester. This distinction is earned The first tribal publishing American Indian identity as it is by completing a minimum of 12 house of its kind, the Chickasaw manifested in popular culture, in- credit hours and having a grade Press received the Harvard Award cluding commemorations, sculp- point average in the top ten per- for Excellence in Tribal Self-Gov- ture, performances, and muse- cent of her Fulbright College ernance during her tenure. She ums beginning with the famous class. continues to serve as Chickasaw “marriage” of Miss Indian Ter- Ms. Burris, a 2013 graduate of Press editor. ritory to Mr. Cowboy Oklahoma Eufaula (OK) High School, is ma- “OU has long raised the bar in on the steps of the Capitol at the joring in Music Education. the provision of higher education time of statehood. She is the daughter of Randy in Oklahoma, and it is sincerely She has published articles in and Robyn Burris, of Eufaula, an honor to join OU’s faculty and such peer-reviewed journals as Oklahoma. She is the grandaugh- Amanda Cobb-Greetham, Ph.D. work to build on the strong foun- American Quarterly, American ter of Claud and Naomi Burris, of dation and rich traditions of Na- Studies, Studies in American In- Wilson, Oklahoma and Bob and NORMAN, Okla. - Chickasaw tive American Studies at OU, Dr. dian Literature, and American Twyla King, of Eufaula. Ashley Denai Gorman is a 2014 citizen Amanda Cobb-Greetham, Cobb-Greetham said. Indian Quarterly. In addition, she graduate of Western Oregon State, Ph.D., has recently been appoint- “I look forward to further de- served as the editor of American Monmouth, Oregon. She is the ed as Coca Cola Professor and Di- veloping Native American Stud- Indian Quarterly journal from Chickasaw girl on AAU daughter of Michael and Lenore rector of Native American Studies ies, ideally through deepened en- 2005 - 2014. Gorman. She is the granddaugh- national champ squad ter of Rita Gorman and the late at the University of Oklahoma. gagement with the diverse tribal Dr. Cobb-Greetham participat- Martin Gorman. She will marry “I am thrilled to join OU’s excel- nations that are, collectively and ed in the Americans for Indian Stan Walmer later this year. lent team of education profession- individually, such a rich part of Opportunity Ambassador’s Pro- She graduated with a bachelor’s als,” Dr. Cobb-Greetham said. Oklahoma’s past, present and fu- gram and is now a member of degree in American Sign Lan- Since receiving her doctoral ture.” AIO’s board. She also serves on guage/English Interpreting with degree from OU in 1997, Cobb- Dr. Cobb-Greetham is the au- the board of the American Asso- a minor in Special Education. Greetham has held academic ap- thor of “Listening to Our Grand- ciation of Tribal Libraries and Mu- Ms. Gorman graduated cum pointments, including positions mothers’ Stories: The Bloomfield seums, and the Oklahoma Center laude and had the great honor of at the University of New Mexico, Academy for Chickasaw Females, for the Book. wearing the “Chickasha Holito- where she founded and served as 1852-1949” which was selected for Contributed by Dana Lance, Media Relations. plichi” (Honors program) gradu- the first director of the Institute an American Book Award as well ation stole received from the De- partment of Higher Education. for American Indian Research, as the North American Indian She is the first person in her fam- and most recently at Oklahoma Prose Award. She also co-edited ily to graduate from college and is State University. a collection of essays with Amy very grateful for the many grants She served as Chickasaw Na- Lonetree titled “The National Mu- and scholarships provided by the tion administrator of the Divi- seum of the American Indian: Chickasaw Nation enabling her to sion of History and Culture from Critical Conversations,” which do so. 2007-2012. During her tenure, she was released by the University of helped launch the state-of-the- Nebraska Press in 2008.

Piper Norvell Raychael Harjo IN LOVING MEMORY OF Lil’ Chickasaw slugger Raychael Harjo is a member of DONALD GENE PRATHER the Oklahoma Lady Bombers Elite 2021/5th grade basketball team. July 9, 1934 – May 24, 2014 The team competed in the 2014 AAU Division 1 National Cham- pionship Tournament in July in North Carolina. The team won first place for the second year in a row. Raychael with be attending 6th grade at Longfellow Middle School in Norman, Okla. Raychael is the daughter of Ronnie and Tracy Harjo of Nor- man. She is the great-grand daughter of the late Rosa B. Walk- er, of Ada, Okla. DONALD GENE PRATHER

Piper Norvell is a 2014 gradu- It’s not just on your 80th birth- ate of the University of Oklahoma day that we think of how special College of Law with her juris doc- you were and what you meant to torate degree. She is the daughter us. of Marc and Dana Norvell. She But somehow, on your 80th is the granddaughter of the late birthday, thoughts are a little Glynn and Elizabeth Norvell. warmer, a little more special and She was ranked in the top a little closer to the heart. 25% of her class. She earned the Those we love don’t go away Charles B. Memminger memorial They walk beside us everyday scholarship and was honored on Unseen, unheard, but always May 9 at the American Indian Ac- ademic Achievement Celebration. near While attending OU, Ms. Norvell Still loved, still missed and very was on the Dean’s list every se- dear mester. We will always love and miss She is currently employed part- you! time at Woodrow-Snell law firm Chickasaw slugger Cheyenne Wood and the Durant Lady Lions captured the 2014 Oklahoma 8U State Love Peggy, Jim and Brittney, in Purcell, Okla., while she pre- Softball Championship. Cheyenne is a fourth grader at Tishomingo Elementary School and the daughter Don Earl, Trenton and Johnathon pares to take the Bar exam. of Chickasaw Legislator Scott Wood (pictured) and Ashley Wood. 16 chickasaw times August 2014 May 2014 Outstanding Achievement Award recipients

Dillon Palmer pleasure getting to know Rayne, to college and getting my degree ton Elementary School and was (FFA). She has placed third on Dillon, son of Denver Palmer she is a sweet, hard working per- in nursing.” nominated by teacher Sabrina two different occasions at the FFA and Paige Townsend, son.” Julianna Williams Johnson. opening ceremonies. During her of Ada, Okla., is an Rayne is active in Native Voices Julianna, Daughter “Jessica is an excellent student. freshman year, her high school May 2014 recipient of at Byng Elementary School. She of Jennifer Williams, She has won numerous awards basketball earned a place in the the Chickasaw Honor enjoys reading, singing, gymnas- of Luther, Okla., is a for her class,” Ms. Johnson said. area tournament. Club Outstanding tics and learning. She currently May 2014 recipient of “She has been a spelling bee win- “I could not have accomplished Achievement Award takes gymnastic lessons. Rayne the Chickasaw Honor ner for each of her five years in what I have so far without the for Chickasaw Lan- collects horse movies and dream- Club Outstanding elementary school.” support of my family, school fac- guage. Dillon Palmer catchers. Achievement Award Jessica’s hobbies include sports, ulty and teammates,” Parker said. Dillon is in the “When I grow up I want to have for Overall achieve- Julianna listening to music and playing “My future plans include major- fourth grade at By El- a degree and be a professional ment. Williams video games. Jessica won first in ing in psychology at Oklahoma ementary School and was nomi- veterinarian,” Rayne said. “I like Julianna is in the her class’s spelling bee compe- State University.” nated by Indian Education Coor- animals and think I would like to eighth grade at Luther Middle tition and placed second in her Henry Robinson dinator Stephanie Delfrate. work with them.” School and was nominated by schools overall tournament. She Henry, son of Tom and Sandy “Dillon is an intelligent and Andrew Willhite teacher Teri Tulane. enjoys singing and often writes Robison, of Sikeston, MD., is a hardworking young man who Andrew, son of Scott and Amy “Based on Julianna’s class per- her own songs for fun. May 2014 recipient of the Chicka- sets high standards for himself,” Willhite, of Oregon City, Ore., is a formance over the last two years, “I love living in Tipton, it is a saw Honor Club Out- Mrs. Delfrate said. “I have had the May 2014 recipient of she is a deserving of recognition. great place to live. I am proud standing Achieve- pleasure of getting to know Dil- the Chickasaw Honor She participates in class, makes to be a student at Tipton Public ment Award for Citi- lon and I have found him to be Club Outstanding good grades and has good atten- Schools. Most of what I have ac- zenship. very pleasant, hardworking and Achievement Award dance,” Ms. Tulane said. “Julianna complished is because of my fam- Henry is in the fifth always willing to complete any for Citizenship. is an avid reader that strives to ily, friends and teachers,” Jessica grade at Sikeston fifth task be is assigned.” Andrew is in the improve her schools.” said. “I plan to go to college, but and sixth grade Cen- Dillon is a member of the Na- third grade at Gaff- Julianna hobbies include danc- hopefully I’ll be in Tipton for the ter and was nominat- Henry Robinson tive Voices Club. He enjoys sing- ney Lane Elementary Andrew Willhite ing, riding her four-wheeler, cook- rest of my life.” ed by teacher Sherri ing in his churches children choir School and was nomi- ing and baking. David Russell Payne. and for the Tone Rockers. He likes nated by teacher Kar- “I would love to become a chef David, son of David and Kim- “Henry is always willing to to play soccer and baseball. He is en Hankins. after I graduate high school. I love berly Russell, of Tipton, Okla., is a help his fellow classmates who entering his last year in pack 13 “It is not possible to have a make people happy by cooking May 2014 recipient of are struggling with a task in the cubs scouts as a Webelo. more positive attitude than An- for them,” Julianna said. “I also the Chickasaw Honor classroom. He is willing to ex- “I really like sports,” Dillon drew, to work harder than An- like to dance. It allows me to be Club Outstanding plain to a classmate what calm- said. “My favorite college football drew, or use kinder, friendlier free and expressive. I have been Achievement Award ness that allows positive inter- teams are the University of Okla- words than Andrew uses,” Ms. in dance since kindergarten.” for Academics. action,” Ms. Payne said. “Henry homa and Alabama. My favorite Hankins said. “He has never met Kaitlyn Bradshaw David is in the sev- is the type of student who takes professional football and baseball a person who isn’t soon a friend. Kaitlyn, daughter of Matthew enth grade at Tipton initiative to help our fellow stu- teams are the Steelers and Yan- Andrew brightens each and every and Catherine Bradshaw, of Su- Elementary School David Russell dents who may not quite grasp kees.” day of anyone who knows him.” isun, Cali., is a May 2014 recipi- and was nominated the material.” Kaia Brennan Andrew is currently in the Cub ent of the Chickasaw Honor Club by teacher Sabrina Henry’s hobbies include sports, Kaia, daughter of Toni and Marc Scouts program. He has earned Outstanding Achieve- Johnson. art and traveling. He has re- Brennan, of Ada, Okla., is a May the rank of Bear. His hobbies ment Award for Aca- “David is an outstanding stu- ceived the “All A’s” award from 2014 recipient of the Chickasaw include singing, playing video demics. dent and taking a higher grade his school, recognition from his Honor Club Outstand- games and riding his four-wheel- Kaitlyn is in the level higher course in math. This school that he earned top marks ing Achievement er. School and learning are im- second grade at year he qualified for the Duke from first to fourth grade. He Award for Chickasaw portant to him. Crescent Elementary Talent Identification Program,” recently crossed over from Cub Language. “I want to be a writer and love School and was nomi- Ms. Johnson said. “He took the Scouts into Boy Scouts. He is a Kaia is in the sixth reading. I like to make up imagi- nated by teacher Jen- Kaitlyn ACT as a seventh grader and member of his schools Safety Pa- grade at Byng Elemen- nary stories. I have written a nifer Aldrich-Skeen. Bradshaw scored in the 83 percentile of all trol and is involved in Computer tary School and was book about ghosts,” Andrew said. “Kaitlyn is an en- seventh graders taking the test.” Club. nominated by Indian Kaia Brennan “When I grow up I am going to be thusiastic learner. She always David also received state recog- “My future plans include finish- Education Coordina- a writer and a dad.” puts her best effort in all areas,” nition for scoring greater than 21 ing college and traveling around tor Stephanie Del- Kayci Glover Ms. Aldrich-Skeen. “She will cor- on the ACT. His hobbies include the world,” Henry said. “I love to frate. Kayci, daughter of Derald and rect her mistakes and improves reading, sports, playing the gui- travel to new places.” “Kaia is trusted by her peers Liz Glover, of Fort Gibson, Okla., every day. She is a super role tar. He participates in his school’s Trevor Ring and her attitude and influence on is a May 2014 recipi- model for others.” student council and was class Trevor, son of Cimberlee Col- others is much appreciated,” Mrs. ent of the Chickasaw Kaitlyn’s hobbies include snow- president. He is also involved lier and Paul Ring, of Collierville, Delfrate said. “She is the type of Honor Club Outstand- boarding, painting pictures and captain of the middle school aca- Tenn., is a May 2014 recipient of student to be proud of.” ing Achievement singing. She recently performed demic team, last year the team the Chickasaw Honor Club Out- Kaia is involved in Native Voices Award for Athletics. in her schools talent show where won first place in the area tour- standing Achievement Award for and Band at her school. With Na- Kayci is in eighth she overcame her fear of per- nament. Overall achievement. tive Voices, she placed third at the grade at Fort Gibson forming in front of others. “My favorite thing to do is read. Trevor is in the Native American Youth Language Middle School and Kayci Glover “I was scared singing in front of I read everywhere, from school to tenth grade at Col- Fair in the song category. was nominated by others, but my friend was sitting home,” David said. “I made 49 out lierville High School “My hobbies are swimming, basketball Coach De- next to me and I felt much better. of 50 on the state reading test. I and was nominated playing basketball, drawing and nise Gray. Next year we will dance together,” want to go to college when I am by school counselor traveling,” Kaia said. “I play bas- “Kayci is an inspiration to Kaitlyn said. “My future plans in- done with school.” Jana Blanchard. ketball at school and am proud those who watch her play bas- clude going to school to become a Parker Russell “Trevor epitomizes Trevor Ring to have met all my accelerator ketball and her teammates. She veterinarian.” Parker, daughter of David the true all-around reader goals.” is an outstanding student in the Weston Seeley and Kimberly Russell, of Tip- high school student athlete. He Nyla Hatton-Wills classroom and led her basketball Weston, son of Justin and ton, Okla., is a May is a dedicated leader among his Nyla, daughter of Eren Hatton team to an undefeated conference grandparents of Berne and 2014 recipient of the tenth grade peers and serves and Shawn Wills, of Ada, Okla., championship,” Coach Gray said. Velma, of Stone- Chickasaw Honor as his class president,” Ms. is a May 2014 recipi- “As the captain of the team she wall, Okla., is a May Club Outstanding Blanchard said. “He excels at aca- ent of the Chickasaw led by example, both on and off 2014 recipient of the Achievement Award demics, football and many other Honor Club Outstand- the court. Kayci has high expecta- Chickasaw Honor for Speech and Dra- extra-curricular activities.” ing Achievement tions for herself.” Club Outstanding ma. Trevor’s hobbies include Ulti- Award for Chickasaw Kayci’s hobbies include church Achievement Award Parker is in the Parker Russell mate Frisbee and coaching youth Language. youth activities, working out and for Athletics. eleventh grade at Tip- sports. He is involved in the Fel- Nyla is in the fourth watching T.V. She also enjoys Weston is a senior Weston Seeley ton High School and lowship of Christian Athletes. He grade at Byng Elemen- Nyla Hatton- babysitting and watching televi- at Stonewall High was nominated by teacher Kathy was recently inducted into the tary School and was Willis sion. Kayci also participates in School and was nomi- Price. National Beta Club, an academic nominated by Indian her schools cross country and nated by teacher Brandy Postoak. “Parker attended the Oklahoma achievement and service associa- Education Coordinator Stephanie track team. “Weston has been a joy to work Secondary School Activities As- tion. Delfrate. “My plans include playing bas- with these last five years. He has sociation State Speech Tourna- “I am taking honor and ad- “Nyla is a sweet and hardwork- ketball in college, then becoming made the honor roll each year ment and placed CHICKASAWin the finals TIMES in vanced classes and maintain ATT014374Ba 2 7/27/2014 ing youngster who sets and meets a college basketball coach,” Kayci and has had perfect attendance two events,” Ms.3.7130 Price x 4” said. (b/w “She + 4c) 4.27 grade point average. I dream MTAYLOR ATTRETC03 high standards for herself,” Mrs. said. “My dream is to a gold ball numerous times. Weston is also won fourth place in Poetry Inter- about becoming a doctor or an Delfrate said. “I have had the in high school like both of my sis- artistic as well, his artwork is fea- pretation. Herch/rd partner and her engineer.” Trevor said. “I plan to RETAIL pleasure of getting to know Nyla ters did.” tured in the new Stonewall cafete- won state runner up in Dramatic apply to Stanford, Vanderbilt and and have found her to be pleasant Allie Glover ria.” Ms. Postoak said. “” He has Duet.” Baylor. I would like to play foot- and hardworking.” Allie, daughter of Derald and competed in the Special Olympics Parker’s hobbies include sports, ball for them. Although I have Nyla is involved with Native Liz Glover, of Fort Gibson, Okla., multiple times. He earned first speech and singing. She partici- plans, I don’t know what my fu- Voices this year. She enjoyed Na- is a May 2014 recipi- place in each one.” pates in volleyball, basketball ture holds, I know who holds my tive Voices and was excited to ent of the Chickasaw Weston has many hobbies, in- and Future Farmers of America future.” place within the top three in her Honor Club Outstand- cluding drawing and sports. He competitions. ing Achievement has competed in many local and “I love Native Voices. Me and Award for Athletics. regional Special Olympics, in- a few other people compete Allie is in the elev- cluding the Special Olympic State AT&T AT&T against other children in differ- enth grade at Fort Games on two different occa- ent grades,” Nyla said. “I have a Gibson High School Allie Glover sions. In addition to the Chicka- Now Hiring in Now Hiring in lot of friends in Native Voices and and was nominated saw Outstanding Achievement will be in it next year.” by basketball Coach Award, he has previously has Ardmore! Ardmore! Rayne Hatton Jerry Walker. been awarded the Outstanding Rayne, daughter of John Gorrell “Allie has high character. She is Achievement Award from the and Tessa Dveney, of active in the community and has State Capitol. Francis, Okla., is a been an inspiration to one of our “I plan to volunteer for with May recipient of the senior citizens with cancer. She the Chickasaw Nation Headstart Retail Sales Professionals Retail Sales Professionals Chickasaw Honor sings carols at Christmas time to program,” Weston said. “I love From saying hello to closing the deal, you’ll play a huge role in making our From saying hello to closing the deal, you’ll play a huge role in making our customers happy. And that’s exactly how you’ll meet your sales goals. Being part of customers happy. And that’s exactly how you’ll meet your sales goals. Being part of Club Outstanding the elderly with her team,” Coach school and love to learn. I will be AT&T comes with many rewards and opportunities: AT&T comes with many rewards and opportunities: Achievement Award Walker said. “She is an outstand- taking more art classes through • Start with the paycheck: Base plus commission. Our current full-time Retail Sales • Start with the paycheck: Base plus commission. Our current full-time Retail Sales for Chickasaw Lan- ing student and a starter on the the tribe.” Consultants earn an average starting compensation of $43,500. Consultants earn an average starting compensation of $43,500. guage. Rayne Hatton basketball team. The team has Jessica Russell • Benefits (like vision, dental, medical and group life insurance) • Benefits (like vision, dental, medical and group life insurance) Rayne is in the won back-to-back state champi- Jessica, daughter of David and • Career Advancement Opportunities along with training & skill development. • Career Advancement Opportunities along with training & skill development. fourth grade at Byng onships!” Kimberly Russell, • Tuition Reimbursement and partner school discounts are available. • Tuition Reimbursement and partner school discounts are available. Elementary School and was nomi- Allie hobbies include working of Tipton, Okla., is a Not to mention plenty of career development and advancement opportunities. Not to mention plenty of career development and advancement opportunities. nated by Indian Education Coor- out, church youth activities and May 2014 recipient of Pretty cool, right? Pretty cool, right? th th dinator Stephanie Delfrate. babysitting. She plans on attend- the Chickasaw Honor New Location at: 2240 12 Ave. NW; Ardmore, OK 99374 New Location at: 2240 12 Ave. NW; Ardmore, OK 99374 “Rayne is always willing to ing college. Club Outstanding Connect today at: Connect today at: www.attlinks.com/ardmoreretail www.attlinks.com/ardmoreretail complete any task assigned to “I am proud that our basket- Achievement Awards her. She is hard working and sets ball team has won the 4A State for Academics. Diversity is the AT&T way of standing apart. Equal Opportunity Diversity is the AT&T way of standing apart. Equal Opportunity Employer. © 2014 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Employer. © 2014 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. high standards for herself,” Mrs. Championship two years in a Jessica is in the Jessica Russell AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property. Delfrate said. “It has been my row,” Allie said. “I plan on going fourth grade at Tip- August 2014 chickasaw times 17 CHICKASAW COMMUNITY COUNCILS For a complete listing of Chickasaw Nation camps, academies and other events visit www.chickasaw.net OKLAHOMA TISHOMINGO NEW ENGLAND ACHILLE Johnston County Chickasaw Community Coun- New England Chickasaw Citizen Connection Achille Area Chickasaws cil Semi-Annually Quarterly, last Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Bi-monthly, 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m. Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165 Kay Anders, 580-283-3979 Ann Fink, 580-371-3351 NEW MEXICO CONNERVILLE ARIZONA New Mexico Chickasaw Community Council Connerville Chickasaw Community Council Chickasaws of Arizona Quarterly Bi-Monthly, 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m. Quarterly Meetings Rita Yepa, 505-350-8372 Tony Poe, 580-421-4994 Angie Ott, 480-834-7309 OREGON/WASHINGTON KINGSTON CALIFORNIA Pacific Northwest Chickasaw Community Coun- Chickasaws of Texoma Southern California Chickasaw Community cil Quarterly, 4th Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Council Quarterly Ruth McAdoo, 580-564-6803 Quarterly, 3rd Saturday 2:00 p.m. Kim Factor, 503-819-3097 or Rena Smith, 503- Bill Chandler, 714-604-5224 or wchandler@so- 543-7401 Marshall County Chickasaw Community Coun- cal.rr.com cil TEXAS Monthly, 2nd Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Northern California Chickasaw Citizen Connec- Chickasaw Community Council of Central Tex- Sarah Lea, 580-564-4570 tion as Quarterly 2nd Sunday at 2 p.m. NEWCASTLE Phil Reynolds, 916-988-8182 Charles Holland, 512-341-0024 Northern Pontotoc Chickasaw Community Chickasaw Community Council of South Texas Council COLORADO Monthly, 2nd Sunday at 2 p.m. Monthly, 2nd Thursday Chickasaw Community Council of Colorado Nancy McLarry, 830-537-4576 or 210-313-4576 Potluck at 6 p.m. and Meeting at 7 p.m. Bi-Monthly [email protected] Todd Griffith, 405-615-1303 Stephen Bingham, 303-377-4637 North Texas Chickasaw Community Council OKLAHOMA CITY KANSAS 3rd Saturday, Bedford, Texas OKC Metro Chickasaw Community Council Chickasaw Community Council of Wichita Sandra Williams, 817-688-6566 1st Tuesday Quarterly, 3rd Sunday at 2:30 p.m. [email protected] Potluck at 6 p.m. and Meeting at 7 p.m. Lynn Stumblingbear, (316) 945-9219 Betty Smith at (405) 348-7459 Tyler Area Chickasaw Community Council [email protected] LOUISIANA Quarterly Monroe Area Chickasaw Citizen Connection Howard Thompson, 903-570-9244 PURCELL Semi-Annually Purcell Chickasaw Community Council Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165 4th Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Carolee Maxwell, 405-527-7676 MISSOURI St. Louis Area Chickasaw Citizen Connection Quarterly Chickasaw Outreach, 580-332-1165

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2014 54th Annual Meeting and 26th Chickasaw Festival 2014 54th Annual Meeting and 26th Chickasaw Festival

DAY/DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Friday, September 26 8:00 PM -­‐ 2:00 AM Stomp Dance Kullihoma 7:30 AM Golf Tournament Registration Tishomingo Golf Course 8:00 AM Cornstalk Shoot Registration Kullihoma 8:00 AM 1 Mile Walk Rufuge Road/Tishomingo 8:30 AM 5K Run/Walk Refuge Road/Tishomingo Walk of Life at Tuscumbia 8:30 AM Kids Cornstalk Shoot Kullhoma 9:00 AM Jr. Olympics Registration THS Football Field 9:00 AM Co-­‐Ed Slow Pitch Softball Tournament MSC / J.C. Sports Complex OKA KAPASSA FESTIVAL, Tus- The Colbert Reunion will be 9:00 AM-­‐5:00 PM Chickasaw Council House Museum (Open) Tishomingo 9:00 AM-­‐5:00 PM Chickasaw Capitol Building (Open) Tishomingo cumbia, Alabama, will be Septem- September 12. It will begin at 6 Saturday, September 27 9:00 AM Golf Tournament Begins Tishomingo Golf Course ber 12 and 13. p.m. at the Tuscumbia Church of 9:30 AM-­‐4:30 PM Chickasaw Bank Museum (Open) Tishomingo The Walk of Life, Return to Tus- Christ Annex at the corner of 4th 10:00 AM Jr. Olympics Begins THS Football Field 10:00 AM -­‐ 2:00 PM Frybread Making Classes CCC/Sulphur cumbia will be September 13 at and Main. RSVP by August 31 to 10:00 AM -­‐ 5:00 PM Chickasaw Cultural Center (Open) Sulphur 9 a.m. The trolley will be in Tus- Annie Perry, (256) 415-0700. 10:00 AM-­‐5:00 PM Dugout Canoe Exhibit: Paddling through the Americas CCC/Aatifama Room 10:00 AM Traditional Cornstalk Shoot Begins Kullihoma cumbia Spring Park at 8:10 to take There is also a tour of Tus- 6:30 PM Movie Night "The Outsiders" CCC/Sulphur participants to Tuscumbia Land- cumbia Landing beginning at 3 7:30 PM Movie Night "The Nut Job" Capitol Grounds Lawn Sunday, September 28 12:00 PM -­‐ 5:00 PM Chickasaw Cultural Center (Open) Sulphur ing. p.m. September 13. 12:00 PM -­‐ 5:00 PM Dugout Canoe Exhibit: Paddling through the Americas CCC/Aatifama Room 1:30 PM -­‐ 4:00 PM Living History Vignettes CCC/Sulphur 2:00 PM -­‐ 5:00 PM Native Dance Exhibition CCC/Sulphur Monday, September 29 11:00 AM -­‐ 2:00 PM Chickasaw History Challenge Bowl CCC/Sulphur 6:00 PM Princess Pageant Ada Cougar Activity Center

9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Cultural School Tours Capitol Grounds West Side 9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Storytelling Capitol Grounds 9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Kids Activities Tent, Petting Zoo, Inflatables Pennington Park 9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Tours of Tishomingo Museums Capitol Grounds Tuesday,September 30 9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Stickball Demonstrations,Dance Trouple & Cultural Demonstrations Capitol Grounds West Side -­‐ Thru -­‐ 9:30 AM -­‐ 4:30 PM Chickasaw Bank Museum (open) Tishomingo Friday, October 3 9:30 AM-­‐2:00 PM Living History Vignettes Capitol Grounds 10:00 AM -­‐ 2:00PM Chickasaw White House Tours Emet 10:00 AM -­‐ 5:00 PM Chickasaw Cultural Center (Open) Sulphur 10:00 AM -­‐ 5:00 PM Dugout Canoe Exhibit: Paddling through the Americas CCC/Aatifama Room

Wednesday, October 1 10:00 AM -­‐ 4:00 PM Chickasaw Senior Olympics Tishomingo/J.C. Sports Complex 11:00 AM Oath of Office Ceremony Ada/Chickasaw Community Center 4:00 PM -­‐ 8:00 PM Cultural Evening CCC/Sulphur Thursday, October 2 6:30 PM -­‐ 7:30 PM Arts & Culture Awards CCC/Sulphur (Anoli Theatre) 7:30 PM Reception Anoli Theatre Lobby 9:00 AM -­‐ 3:00 PM Vendors: Arts & Crafts/Food Pennington Park THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 • 10 A.M. TO 5 P.M. Friday, October 3 9:00 AM-­‐ 5:00 PM Southeastern Art Show and Market Capitol Grounds South Side 8:00 PM -­‐ Until Finished Johnston County Riding Club Rodeo Tishomingo Tee Pee Arena

8:00 AM Chickasaw Citizen Registration MSC Student Center 8:00 AM -­‐4:30 PM Chickasaw Bank Museum (Open) Tishomingo EXPERIENCE LIVING CULTURE 9:00 AM Annual Meeting MSC Fletcher Auditorium 9:00 AM Fast Pitch Softball Tournaments (Womens and Mens) Tishomingo / J.C. Sports Complex 9:00 AM-­‐5:00 PM Chickasaw Council House Museum (Open) Tishomingo Interactive Exhibit Center Educational Films 9:00 AM-­‐ 5:00 PM Chickasaw Capitol Building (Open) Tishomingo 9:00 AM -­‐ 5:30 PM Vendors: Arts and Crafts/Food Pennington Park 11:30 AM Health Fair MSC Lawn Special campus tours Cultural Classes 11:30 AM Parade Main Street Tishomingo 11:30 AM-­‐5:30 PM Souvenir Sales (Annual Meeting & Festival T-­‐shirts/Hats) Capitol & Main Street Corner & Stomp Dance Demonstrations 11:30 AM-­‐5:00 PM Southeastern Art Show and Market Capitol Grounds South Side 11:30 AM -­‐ 5:30 PM Petting Zoo, Kids Inflatables, Make and Take Tents, Pennington Park 11:30 AM -­‐ 5:30 PM Stickball Demonstrations, Dance Troupe & Cultural Demonstrations Capitol Grounds West Side 11:30 AM -­‐ 5:30 PM Chickasaw Press Book Signing Capitol Building 2nd floor Saturday, October 4 11:45 AM -­‐3:00 PM Chickasaw Traditonal Meal MSC Lawn 12:00 PM Horseshoe Tournament Registration and Tournament Begin Pennington Park 12:00 PM -­‐ 4:00 PM Chickasaw White House Tours Emet 12:00 PM-­‐5:00 PM Live Entertainment Pennington Park 1:00 PM -­‐ 5:00 PM Stickball Tournament -­‐ Kids and Adults Capitol Grounds West Side 1:00 PM Parent/Child Fishing Tournament Pennington Park (by creek) 1:00 PM -­‐ 4:00 PM Living History Vignettes Capitol Grounds 1:00 PM-­‐ 4:00 PM Storytelling Capitol Grounds 1:00 PM-­‐ 5:00 PM Chickasaw Cultural Center (open) Sulphur 1:00 PM -­‐ 5:00 PM Dugout Canoe Exhibit: Paddling through the Americas CCC Aatifama Room 2:00 PM -­‐ 4:00 PM Stomp Dance Demonstrations Capitol Grounds West Side 2:00 PM -­‐ Until Finished Band Day Extravaganza THS 6:30 PM Movie Night (Captain America: The Winter Soldier) CCC/Sulphur 8:00 PM -­‐ Until Finished Johnston County Riding Club Rodeo Tishomingo Tee Pee Arena CALL 580-622-7130 TO SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR! CCC = Chickasaw Cultural Center SULPHUR, OK MSC = Murray State College WWW.CHICKASAWCULTURALCENTER.COM J.C. Sports Complex = Johnston County Sports Complex THS = Tishomingo High School August 2014 obituaries chickasaw times 19

routes and many of them remem- Barbara Ann Kari Ann Baker Kelli Danielle Robert Eugene ber him slipping candy to them or giving them a hug each day. During his retirement years, he Anderson Baker “Bob” Nichols served as a Reserve Deputy un- der Garvin County Sheriffs Bill Branch and Bill Roady. One of the things he was most proud of was his Chickasaw heri- tage. His father, Joseph Nichols and grandmother, Sarah Lottie Gaines Nichols, were both origi- nal enrollees. He participated reg- ularly with the Chickasaw Senior Site activities in Pauls Valley and was honored as a Chickasaw Na- tion veteran. Mr. Nichols was a charter mem- ber of the Valley Gun Club and spent a great deal of time mak- ing sure the range was well main- tained. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He was a Master Mason 50-year member of Masonic Valley Lodge Barbara Ann Anderson, 62, of Kari Ann Baker, 11 of Tishom- Kelli Danielle Baker, 12 of Tuttle, Okla., died July 18, 2014 at No. 6 in Pauls Valley and a 32nd ingo, Oklahoma died Friday, June Tishomingo, Oklahoma died July degree Scottish Rite Mason. her home. Funeral services were 27, 2014. Services were July 3, at 2, 2014. Services were July 7, 2014, July 24 at the Eisenhour Funeral His lifetime membership in the First Baptist Church, Madill, at the First Baptist Church, Ma- the First Baptist Church is re- Home Chapel in Blanchard, Okla. Oklahoma, with Joe Paterson of- dill, Oklahoma with Joe Paterson Burial followed in Fairview Cem- membered by many. He faithful- ficiating. Interment followed in officiating. Interment followed in ly served on various committees etery in Tuttle. Shay Cemetery, Shay, Oklahoma. Shay Cemetery, Shay, Oklahoma. The daughter of Earl Joseph and each summer was respon- Kari was born April 8, 2003 at She was born October 19, 2001 sible for the annual watermelon and Leona Josephine (Pikey) Far- Robert Eugene “Bob” Nichols, Durant, Oklahoma to Gary Baker at Durant, Oklahoma to Gary feed. Many trips were made to ley, she was born November 21, 90, of Pauls Valley, Okla., died and Cathy Robertson Baker. She Baker and Cathy Robertson Baker. Rush Springs to be sure they were 1951 in Oklahoma City. She mar- June 27, 2014 at the Norman Vet- was raised in Kingston, Okla- She was raised in Kingston where available. ried Jimmy Leon Anderson No- erans Center. A Celebration of homa where she attended school she attended school from pre K He loved to fish and hunt. For vember 30, 1973 in Oklahoma Life officiated by Dr. Joe Elam was from kindergarten to 2nd grade to 4th grade and her 5th and over 50 years he went to Colorado City. July 1, at Stufflebean-Coffey Cha- and her 3rd and 4th grade at 6th grade at Tishomingo Middle and on his last hunt he bagged a In her younger years, Mrs. An- pel of Remembrance. Interment Tishomingo Elementary School. School. big buck which hung proudly in derson worked as a cashier and followed in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Kari was proud to be Chicka- Kelli was proud of her Chicka- his den. Fishing was where he en- later as a homemaker and was Mr. Nichols was born on July 16, saw citizen. saw heritage. joyed his later years even though Baptist in faith. She grew up 1923, at Hammond near Butler, She enjoyed dressing up, going She enjoyed basketball, softball, he sometimes had to be “fished” around horses and developed a Oklahoma, to Joe B. Nichols and to the lake and swimming, be- track, band, swimming and going out of the pond himself. love of horses that she carried Anna Woods Nichols. ing with family, friends and do- to the lake. Kelli loved hanging He was preceded in death by into her adult life. She was very He enlisted in the U.S. Coast ing crafts. She loved animals and out with her friends and taking his wife, Mary Lou; his parents; creative and was quite talented Guard on November 19, 1942. He singing. selfies on everyone’s phone. a brother; a sister; and his grand- at various arts and crafts, includ- received his training at St. Augus- She is survived by her mother, She is survived by her mother, son, Matthew. ing oil painting, floral design, tine, Florida. While he was there Cathy Baker, of Tishomingo; her Cathy Baker, of Tishomingo; her He is survived by Sandra and crochet, and macramé. She also he spent most of his time on an father, Gary Baker, of Kingston; father, Gary Baker, of Kingston; Doug Strickland, of Pauls Valley, enjoyed photography, cooking, 83’ submarine chaser #83390 sister, Kelli Baker, of Tishomingo; maternal grandmother, Georgan- Barbara and Donald Tolleson, of and reading novels. where he obtained the rank of maternal grandmother, Georgan- na Garcia, of Madill, Oklahoma; Windsor, Colorado and Cynthia She was preceded in death by Seaman 1st class while patrolling na Garcia, of Madill, Oklahoma; great-grandfather, Charles Ma- and Dean Alexander, of Mustang, her parents; a grandson, Eric Isa- the water of the Atlantic Ocean and great-grandfather, Charles comber, of Jay, Oklahoma; pater- Oklahoma; grandchildren, Denise iah Furr; and a brother, Jim Far- from Jacksonville, Florida to Cuba Macomber; paternal grandpar- nal grandparents, Steve and June and Robert Brown, of Lafayette, ley. and in the Caribbean and Central ents, Steve and June Baker, of Baker, of Kingston; aunts and Louisiana, Eric Strickland, of Ada, She is survived by her husband, America as well as the Gulf of Kingston; aunts and uncles: uncles: Brenda Proctor, of Mead, Oklahoma, Christie and Todd Jimmy Anderson; a son, Brian Mexico. Brenda Proctor, of Mead, Oklaho- Oklahoma, Brent Baker, of Kings- Price, of Argyle, Texas, Jennifer Leif Anderson; a daughter, Au- During his service to his coun- ma, Brent Baker, of Kingston, KC ton, KC Robertson, of Robeline, and Jeff Salter, of Ft. Collins, Col- tumn Rachelle McCracken; two try he met and married Mary Robertson, of Robeline, Louisi- Louisiana, Steven Robertson, of orado, Shannon Tolleson, of Pla- grandchildren, Aaron Christo- Louise Porter from Battle Creek, ana, Steven Robertson, of Helena, Helena, Oklahoma no, Texas and Robert and Carrie pher Furr and Jewel-Nicole Jose- Michigan, on February 6, 1945, Oklahoma Kelli was preceded in death Smith, Chicago; great-grandchil- phine McCracken, all of Tuttle; who was also serving in the U. S. She was preceded in death by by her sister, Kari Baker; great- dren, Danielle Brown, of Lafay- and many other loved ones and Coast Guard. He was discharged her great-grandparents, Alford grandparents, Alford and Wanda ette, and Megan Brown, of Hous- friends. in October of that same year and and Wanda Arterberry; grandfa- Arterberry; grandfather, Charles ton, Carter and Hayden Price, of Online obituary and guest- they both returned to Pauls Val- ther, Charles Robertson; great- Robertson; great-grandfather, Argyle, Ayden and Ryan Salter, book are available at www.eisen- ley and started their family. grandfather, Carl Baker; great- Carl Baker; great-grandmother, of Ft. Collins, and Zion and Caleb hourfh.com. During his 90 years Mr. Nich- grandmother, Lucille Jones; Lucille Jones; and great-grand- Smith, of Chicago; and a special ols’ occupations were varied. He and great-grandmother, Sandie mother, Sandie Couzens. cousin, Christeen Paul Swinney, Betty Madge worked in the oil fields for Ser- Couzens. Casket Bearers were Jerett Gil- of Elmore City, Oklahoma. Casket Bearers were Terry bert, Taylor Parks, Kyle Miller, JJ vice Pipeline in Ranger, Texas “Nanny” Foster Hughes, Holden Cass, Roy As- Goddard, Tyler Cannon, Hold- and Dowell in the Pauls Valley bery, Johnny Dennis, Brent Baker, en Cass, Roy Asbery and Terry area. While living in Michigan he Betty Foster, 73, of Velma, Okla., Kenny Barnes, Clay Jones, Tyler worked in the Michigan Carton died Thanksgiving Day November Hughes. Company making cereal boxes 28,2013. Cannon. Condolences may be sent to She was born July 3, 1940 to Lake Condolences may be sent to wattsfuneralhome.com. for Post and Kelloggs. He retired and Nora (McMillan) Moore at Ring- wattsfuneralhome.com. from the U. S. Post Office on De- ling Oklahoma. cember 3, 1978 after being faith- She married Milford (Buster) Fos- fully employed for 30+ years. ter in 1955. After retirement he was asked She was active with the Chicka- to be a temporary school bus saw Nation senior citizens. driver for three days which She is survived by three sons, turned into nine years. He loved Darrell Foster and wife Melissa, of each of the children on his bus Arkansas, Wayne Foster and wife Court Advocates now Susan, of Oklahoma and Chris Fos- ter, of Oklahoma; a daughter Pa- available in tricia Austin and husband Jim, of Oklahoma; grandchildren, Jeremy Ardmore, Ada and Purcell Foster, Tabitha Weaver, CJ Foster, Court Advocate Services are now available in Ardmore, Seth Foster, Jerica Foster, Micki Foster and Cheyenne Bench; great- Ada, and Purcell to assist Native Americans with legal grand children, Hope Foster, Hunt- problems. er Huffstutlar, Cameron Huffstut- To make an appointment call 1-800-479-1459. lar, Tyler Trusty and James Hoover. She will be missed by many fam- This is a service provided by the tribal court system. ily and friends.

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UNI_13-CNTV-42_Aug-2014_11x6.indd 1 7/24/14 3:08 PM 20 chickasaw times August 2014 of $164,500,000. Legislative minutes Presented by: Finance Committee Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, CHICKASAW NATION TRIBAL LEGISLATURE Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, REGULAR SESSION Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David Legislature Building Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods Ada, Oklahoma Scott Wood, Steve Woods Permanent Resolution Number 31-006 June 20, 2014 12 yes votes Amendments to Title 5 of the Chickasaw Nation Code AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER The motion to approve GR31-031 carried unanimously. (Court Rules) Chairperson Steve Woods called the meeting to order Ms. Briggs concluded her report. Explanation: This resolution amends Title 5 of the Chickasaw Nation Code. The amendments will clarify the at 9:00 a.m. AGENDA ITEM #7 NEW BUSINESS (Comments from responsibilities for setting the compensation for Judges AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL Citizens) and the assigning of cases to the Peacemakers. Members present: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Lin- Mrs. Alexander stated she received a phone call encour- Presented By: Court Development Committee da Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo aging the Nation to start a Native American soccer pro- Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, gram. Mr. Perkins announced the Public Budget Hearing, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Scott Wood, Steve Woods June 24,at 6:30 p.m. Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David Member absent: David Woerz There were no comments from the citizens. Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods Staff present: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary, Har- AGENDA ITEM #8 ADJOURNMENT old Stick, Sergeant-At-Arms, Robert Cheadle, Legislative The Legislative Session adjourned at 9:13 a.m. Counsel Respectfully submitted, Guests present: Wilma Watson, Mike Watson, Michael L. Connie Barker, Secretary Wingo, Ashley Large, Dana Lance, Bethany Gill Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION Prepared by: Committee reports Invocation was given by Ms. Green. Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary Committee of the Whole Meeting AGENDA ITEM #4 READING OF MINUTES - Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature July 14, 2014 May 16, 2014 Present: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Katie Case, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Shana Ham- Green to approve the minutes of May 16, 2014. mond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Scott Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Wood, Steve Woods Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary July 2014 Resolutions Absent: Tim Colbert Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, Court Development Ad Hoc Committee Scott Wood, Steve Woods General Resolution Number 31-033 July 14, 2014 Assurances for the Indian Community Development 12 yes votes Present: Linda Briggs, David Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Block Grant Program Woods The motion to approve the minutes of May 16, 2014, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development carried unanimously. Absent: Tim Colbert Southern Plains Finance Committee AGENDA ITEM #5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS Office of Native American Programs July 14, 2014 There was no unfinished business. Explanation: This resolution approves the Chickasaw Present: Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Nancy Elliott, Toby AGENDA ITEM #6: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Nation’s application for an Indian Perkins, David Woerz, Steve Woods (A) HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT by Community Development Block Grant for a community Absent: Tim Colbert Committee Chair Dean McManus facility funded by the U.S. Human Resources Committee General Resolution Number 31-032, Gubernatorial Department of Housing and Urban Development, for the July 14, 2014 Appointment to the Arkansas Riverbed Authority, Mr. establishment of a Present: Katie Case, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Shana Wayne Scribner Chickasaw Youth Club, located in Sulphur, OK. Hammond, Dean McManus Toby Perkins, Steve Woods Presented by: Human Resources Committee This resolution confirms Governor Bill Anoatubby’s ap- Hunting & Fishing Code Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, July 14, 2014 pointment of Mr. Wayne Scribner to the Arkansas River- Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, bed Authority. Mr. Scribner will occupy the seat formerly Present: Scott Wood, Toby Perkins, David Woerz, Steve Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David Woods held by Ms. Deanna Hartley. Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods Absent: Tim Colbert A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. General Resolution Number 31-034 Land Development Committee McManus to approve GR31-032. Application for Membership, National Congress of July 14, 2014 Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, American Indians Present: Linda Briggs, Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Explanation: This resolution approves the Chickasaw Mary Jo Green, David Woerz, Steve Woods Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, Nation’s application for membership in the National Con- Absent: Tim Colbert Scott Wood, Steve Woods gress of American Indians (NCAI). This is virtually the 12 yes votes same application which is submitted to the legislature for approval each year. The NCAI has been instrumental in The motion to approve GR31-032 carried unanimously. supporting issues of importance to Native Americans. As Ms. McManus concluded her report. an independent group, NCAI is representative of the larg- (B) LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT by est concentration of Native Americans, and is often called Committee Chair Linda Briggs upon by Congress to provide information and testimony General Resolution Number 31-029, Authorization and on important Indian subjects. The Chickasaw Nation has ATTORNEYS AT LAW Approval of Business Lease G09-1817 on Joint Tract in been a member in good standing in NCAI since the early Michael Colbert Smith Barbara Anne Smith Pittsburg County, Oklahoma 1980s. This resolution names the representatives of the This resolution approves the Business Lease G09-1817 Chickasaw Nation to NCAI. Social Security Disability Law • SSI Claims • SSDI Claims • Criminal Law • Family Law to Lake Eufaula Rod & Gun Club, c/o Mitch Biasnar, Krebs, Presented by: Human Resources Committee Oklahoma, to operate a shooting range on a tract of tribal Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, trust land owned jointly with the Choctaw Nation and 401 East Boyd Street (405) 447-2224 Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David containing five (5) acres more or less in Pittsburg County, Norman, Oklahoma 73069 (405) 250-6202 Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods Toll Free 1-866-259-1814 Chickasaw Citizens Fax (405) 447-4577 State of Oklahoma. The term of the lease is a three (3) General Resolution Number 31-035 year term, that began on the 1st day of January, 2013, and Authorizing an Oil and Gas Lease to Stigler Gas Com- that shall end on the 31st day of December, 2015 with a pany per annum payment of one hundred dollars ($100.00) to for Arkansas Riverbed Acreage in Sequoyah County the BIA, of which the Chickasaw Nation will receive one Explanation: This resolution authorizes and approves quarter (¼) share or twenty five dollars ($25.00) per an- an Oil and Gas Lease in favor of Stigler Gas Company, Post num. Office Box 635, Stigler, Oklahoma 74462. The lease will This appraised value for this lease is less than the lease be for a primary term of three (3) years with a $3.00 per amount. There is a performance bond in the amount of acre annual rent for a total of $33.57 per annum, of which $1,500 attached to the lease. The Choctaw Nation, being the Chickasaw Nation will receive $4.19 per annum. The royalty rate is 1/8th (12.5%), of which the Chickasaw Na- the joint owner and majority shareholder, has already ap- tion will receive 1/8th of 1/8th (0.015625%) for all future proved the lease in Council Bill CB-43-13 and executed the production. A bonus of $5,595.00 will be paid to the Na- lease documents. tions, of which the Chickasaw Nation will receive $699.37. A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. This lease will be automatically extended so long as oil or Green to approve GR31-029. gas is harvested in “paying quantities.” This lease will be Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, located on the Arkansas Riverbed and is jointly owned Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary among the Cherokee Nation, the Choctaw Nation and the Now Hiring Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, Chickasaw Nation, of which the Chickasaw Nation owns a Scott Wood, Steve Woods one-eighth undivided interest. This is a lease negotiated 12 yes votes by Charlie Robertson, executive director of the Arkansas Want to Work for a Company that Cares about People? The motion to approve GR31-029 carried unanimously. Riverbed Authority. Presented By: Land Development Committee Current Hiring Needs Chickasaw Energy Solutions in Marietta, OK General Resolution Number 31-030, Authorization and Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, Linda Briggs, Welder A is a SBA-certified 8(a) and HUBZone-certified Oil & Approval of Business Lease G09-1816 on Joint Tract in Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, Mary Jo Green, Frac Tank and Pressure Vessel Gas Equipment Manufacturer. We are seeking team Pittsburg County, Oklahoma Welding experience a plus. Must have Metal players that have exceptional welding skills and strong Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, Toby Perkins, David Core or Flux Core experience (5 years core values. If you are interested in a growing manu- This resolution approves the Business Lease G09-1816 Woerz, Scott Wood, Steve Woods preferred), knowledge of Shop Math, Blue facturing operation that has long range vision and to Lake Eufaula Rod & Gun Club, c/o Mitch Biasnar, Presi- General Resolution Number 31-036 Print Reading, and knowledge of Shop Hand cares about people then we encourage you to apply. Tools. dent, Krebs, Oklahoma, to operate a shooting range on a Approval of Consolidated Governmental Budget - Fis- Apply in person at Must be able to become Certified within 90 601 N Brentwood in Marietta tract of tribal trust land owned jointly with the Choctaw cal Year 2015 days of hire. Bring your welding helmet to or online at Explanation: This resolution approves the consolidated begin the interview welding test process. www.chickasaw.com/careers Nation, containing twenty (20) acres more or less in Pitts- *Call 580-276-3305 for details* burg County, State of Oklahoma. The term of the lease is governmental budget for fiscal year 2015 in the amount -Day Shift—7:00am to 3:30pm- a three (3) year term, that began on the 1st day of Janu- ary, 2013, and that shall end on the 31st day of December, 2015 with a per annum payment of two hundred dollars ($200.00) to the BIA, of which the Chickasaw Nation will 2013-2014 Tribal Legislature receive one quarter (¼) share or fifty dollars ($50.00) per Following is a list of the Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislators including their address and phone numbers. If you have any questions or need any information, please contact the legislator in your area. annum. This appraised value for this lease is equivalent to the Pontotoc District Pickens District Tishomingo District lease amount. There is a performance bond in the amount Seat # Seat # Seat # 1. Toby Perkins 1. David Woerz 1. Scott Wood of $2,050 attached to the lease. The Choctaw Nation, being 15810 CR 1569 P.O. Box 669 204 East Main Street the joint owner and the majority shareholder, has already Ada, OK 74820 Ardmore, OK 73402 Tishomingo, OK 73460 approved the lease in Council Bill CB-42-13 and executed (580) 399-2606 Cell (580) 235-3240 (580) 221-1430 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] the lease documents. A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. 2. Nancy Elliott 2. Connie Barker 2. Tim Colbert Baker to approve GR31-030. 620 Ann 509 SW 7th Ave. P.O. Box 773 Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Sulphur, OK 73086 Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Connie Barker, (580) 399-4374 (580) 272-4175 (580) 421-7242 Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Nancy Elliott, [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mary Jo Green, Shana Hammond, Dean McManus, 3. Katie Case 3. Linda Briggs 3. Steven Woods Toby Perkins, Scott Wood, Steve Woods 14368 County Road 3597 P.O. Box 241 5071 Gray’s Road 12 yes votes Ada, OK 74820 Marietta, OK 73448 Davis, OK 73030 The motion to approve GR31-030 carried unanimously. (580) 272-8385 (580) 272-7268 (580) 272-7270 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] General Resolution Number 31-031, ODOT Highway Easement in Love County 4. Dean McManus 4. Shana Tate Hammond Panola District This resolution authorizes and approves a highway 5980 CR 3430 1606 Southern Hills Drive Seat # Ada, OK 74820 Ardmore, Oklahoma, 73401 1. Beth Alexander easement granted to ODOT at Hwy 32 in Love County. (580) 235-2651 (580) 235-1438 PO Box 246 ODOT has agreed to pay $3,225.00 for the easement and [email protected] [email protected] Achille, OK 74720 damages. ODOT will replace the existing barbed-wire (580) 272-7850 5. Mary Jo Green [email protected] fence and water gap at their expense. The easement is 2000 E. 14th Place [email protected] on Hwy 32 west of I-35. Ada, OK 74820 A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. (580) 310-4563 Barker to approve GR31-031. [email protected]