Edition Archives:November 2025

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November Announcements

Check out a few of the things going on in the Choctaw Nation.

A young man stands with tribal leadership

Durant senior challenges school policy restricting tribal regalia

Jordan Devenport stood up for his rights when school officials said he couldn't wear tribal regalia in school photo.

Broken Bow’s Ambree Shelton begins law career in Texas

From homeless as a child to lawyer as an adult, read how Ambree Shelton didn't let her past decide her future.

Pageant contestants react to the winning announcement.

‘Just another girl from Idabel’: Leandra LeForce’s journey to Miss Indigenous OU

Read how embracing her culture helped Leandra LeForce become Miss Indigenous OU.

‘Goose’ set to soar as she commits to OU Softball

Juliana Hutchens, the No. 1 prospect in Oklahoma and one of the top players in the nation, commits to the University of Oklahoma.

A women's hockey team pose for a group photo on the rink.

Indigenous women make history on the ice

Two Choctaw Nation members participate in first-of-its-kind women’s hockey game.

Robinson continues D-I career with Razorbacks

Believing in herself is how Emily Robinson found herself playing basketball at a D1 school.

Gregory achieves success as teen golfer

Harlow Gregory began golfing at 3-years-old. With many past successes, she looks forward to the next chapter in her golf career.

A young woman drives a horse drawn wagon during a football game.

Choctaw tribal member makes historic Sooner Schooner run

Brianna Howard is the first Native American woman to drive the Sooner Schooner.

Wells powers her way to national championship wins with Baylor

From an early age Meredith Wells has been around gymnastics. Now, she's using her experience in the sport she loves to help Baylor win national championships.

Ruby McCurry poses with chief Batton and assistant chief Austin.

A century of life ‘ full of God’s blessings’

Ruby McCurry doesn't let her 100 years slow her down.

Native November: Celebrate Native American Heritage all month long with the Choctaw Nation

November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate Indigenous traditions, languages and stories.

District 6, November 2025

Councilwoman Jennifer Woods gives an update on what's going on in District 6.

November is a Time to Reflect on Our Choctaw Heritage

Nofimba a time for all Chahta to reflect on our heritage and culture during Native Nofimba at the Choctaw Nation.

Growth in grace

“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen.” (II Peter 3:18).

Council Minutes, October 11, 2025

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Tribal Council Regular Session agenda, October 11, 2025.