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Choctaw Nation Opens New Wellness Center

The Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority opened a new Wellness Center in Talihina, Okla.

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Together, We're More

We are Native

But we are more than all of these things. We are Choctaw Proud.

Anyone can be Choctaw Proud. The Choctaw Proud are humble, appreciative people who value faith, family and culture. We honor the past, live in the present and look to the future. We are resilient people, overcoming adversity with grace and dignity. Those who are Choctaw Proud work hard to be successful and give back to their communities.

Kat Gardner-Vandy

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Vision

Living out the Chahta spirit of faith, family and culture.
Chief Gary Batton and Asst. Chief Jack Austin, Jr.

Chief Gary Batton and Asst. Chief Jack Austin, Jr.

Mission

To the Choctaw proud, ours is the sovereign nation offering opportunities for growth and prosperity.

News

  • Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs ESGR pledge
    Chief's Blog, Videos

    Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs ESGR pledge

    Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve pledge that shows Choctaw Nation's support for the military and reserve associates.

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  • Emerging Aviation Technology Center ribbon-cutting ceremony
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Opens State-of-the-Art Facility to Boost Emerging Aviation Technology

    The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is leading the way in aviation technology with the grand opening of its Emerging Aviation Technology Center in Daisy, Oklahoma.

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  • Vote in the upcoming tribal election
    Chief's Blog

    Let your voice be heard, vote in the tribal election

    The Chief asks for tribal members to join him in voting in the upcoming tribal election and he goes over the candidates and amendments.

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  • Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl
    Chief's Blog, Videos

    Chief Batton attends the Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl, expresses importance of Chahta heritage

    Chief Batton, members and students of the Choctaw Language Department attended the 2025 Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl at the Choctaw Event Center in Durant on May 30, 2025.

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  • Aerial shot of Emerging Aviation Technology Center
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Supports Executive Orders to Boost Aviation Innovation and Safety

    Two executive orders signed today by President Donald J. Trump aimed at advancing the aviation industry support the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) programs.

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  • Little boy grocery shopping picking out a red apple for the Summer EBT program
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Summer Food Programs to Feed Children and Families Across Southeastern Oklahoma

    The Choctaw Nation will once again offer two essential food assistance programs this summer: the Summer EBT program and the Summer Food Service Program. Both initiatives help children and families across Southeast Oklahoma have access to nutritious meals during the summer months when school is out of session.

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  • Stickball Games and Live Music at the Choctaw Capitol in 1939
    Iti Fabvssa

    Labor Day Festival and Annual Iksa Meeting, Part III

    The third in a three-part series that explores the 1938 rebuild of the Choctaw Capitol building and the roots of today's Labor Day Festival. Discussing the 1941 and 1942 meetings and how the annual gathering eventually turned into the Labor Day Festival we all know and love today.

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