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Chief Batton Looks Ahead to 2026

The Chief talks about the upcoming projects that should be completed in 2026 and what that means to the tribe.

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.

Charles Shadle

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Vision

Living out the Chahta spirit of faith, family and culture.

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

Mission

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

News

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District Princess Pageant Applications Open Soon on Chahta Achvffa: New Process and Deadline
New changes are coming to the Choctaw Nation District Princess Pageant application process. Applications are available on tribal member portal.
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News Releases
Choctaw Nation Selected as New FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site
The Choctaw Nation becomes an FAA-designated UAS test site, boosting drone research, BVLOS operations, workforce growth and innovation in Oklahoma.
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Iti Fabvssa
The Buffalo are coming to the Choctaw Cultural Center
A rare gem of Choctaw culture and land is located right next to the Choctaw Cultural Center in Calera, Oklahoma. It's 100 acres of native tallgrass prairie. In the near future, Cultural Services will be bringing a small herd of bison out to live on the Choctaw Cultural Center prairie to help us maintain it.
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Top Stories of 2025 at Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Explore the top stories, from protecting hunting and fishing rights to cultural celebrations, healthcare expansions, and new partnerships driving progress.
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News Releases
Choctaw Nation Celebrates Expansion of McAlester Health Clinic
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma marked the completion of its McAlester Health Clinic expansion with a ribbon cutting, highlighting a significant investment in access to high-quality, patient-centered care for Choctaw tribal members and the surrounding community.
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Chief's Blog
Choctaw Nation Bids a Fond Chi Pisa La Chike to 2025
The Chief talks about the good work and completed projects that took place in 2025.
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Choctaw Nation Radon Testing
Protect your family from radon exposure. Residents of the Choctaw Nation Reservation can order free radon test kits today.
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