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Choctaw-Ireland Scholars graduate from University College Cork

Two Choctaw-Ireland scholars, Skylee Glass and Aurianna Jewell Joines, graduated from University College Cork (UCC). The scholarships foster and deepen the ties between Ireland and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.

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April 2024

Biskinik is the official newspaper of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Check out the April 2024 issue.

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What did the sun and an eclipse mean to the Chahta people

As the 2024 eclipse nears, we take a look back at how the Choctaw people viewed the sun and its importance in daily life.

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NEWS

Grant finds success through truck driving thanks to help from CNO

By Shelia Kirven

Dylan Grant is a truck driver from Lebanon, Oklahoma. Grant used the Career Development Program to attend a truck driving school and obtain a CDL.

Choctaw wrestlers bring home the state titles

By Christian Chaney

Choctaw Nation wrestlers make history and win multiple state titles during 2023-2024 season.

Dry continues tradition at Southeastern

By Christian Toews

Tucker Dry has signed to play football for Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, Oklahoma, beginning in the fall.

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Leadership Speaks

Springtime is a beautiful time for the Nation

By Chief Gary Batton

Chahta ancestors welcomed spring with planting, harvesting and creating products that helped tribal members with day-to-day life. The Choctaw Nation takes those ancestor's lessons and uses them today.

Choctaw Forestry Department moves into new home

By Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr.

The Tribal Forestry Services Department is a forestry wildland fire-fighting unit within the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. In just a few short years, the department outgrew its home, getting a new home in Talihina.

Lessons From Green Beans

By Olin Williams

We can learn spiritual truths from nature. The characteristic of the left-handed green beans can teach us great spiritual truths.

COUNCIL CORNER

District 4, April 2024

By Councilman Jess Henry

With the coming of spring, District 4 has been busy with the yearly events that mark the changing of the seasons, plus a groundbreaking new community center announcement.

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District 3, April 2024

By Tribal Councilmember Eddie Bohanan

Eddie Bohanan gives an update on what’s going on in District 3 for Spring 2024.

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District 6, February 2024

By Tribal Councilmember Jennifer Woods

We ended our year celebrating Christmas with parties for our children and seniors. But the most exciting news is that we were able to move into our new community center!

District 4, January 2024

By Councilman Jess Henry

District 4 has been abuzz with activity over the past few months, with events that highlight the spirit and unity of the Choctaw community.

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PEOPLE YOU KNOW

Cassidy to attend Juilliard Summer Performing Arts

Keeley Cassidy, a Mustang North student, auditioned and was accepted to attend Summer Performing Arts with Juilliard.

Labor-Emmert is March Veteran of the Month

Sgt. Deann Labor-Emmert was born in McAlester, Okla. before moving to Panola.

Work turns 98

Choctaw WWII Veteran, Lige Work, celebrated his 98th birthday on Monday, February 19, 2024.

Emiliano Dillingham Robles

Emiliano Robles was born on December 18, 2023, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. His parents are Alan Shane Dillingham and Frida Robles Calderón.

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HEALTH

Healthy nutrition habits set kids up for success

By Chris Jennings

Help ensure that your child lives a strong and healthy life by starting good nutrition habits early.

This one simple colorectal cancer test could save your life

By Chris Jennings

The Choctaw Nation offers a simple at-home test kit that can screen for potential issues related to colorectal cancer.

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