October 2021

News

Chief Gary Batton delivers 2021 State of the Nation Address

Chief Gary Batton delivered his annual State of the Nation Address via a special video released on Labor Day. The video highlighted the Choctaw Nation's success, showcasing several programs, the new Choctaw Cultural Center and inspiring Choctaw tribal members.

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Oklahoma LT Governor visits Cultural Center

The Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor recently visited the new Choctaw Nation Cultural Center.

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Choctaw Nation swears in six Tribal Council Members

On Sept. 3, 2021, six Choctaw Tribal Council Members were sworn into their new term.

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Fall fun in Choctaw Country

By Christian Toews Southeastern Oklahoma is a great place to visit all year long, but Oklahoma's fall has a unique appeal. With mild temperatures, changing leaves and outdoor adventures, there are more reasons to visit Choctaw Country during this season than you can count.

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Legacy Run wreath laying ceremony

On August 22, the American Legion Riders kicked off day one of their annual Legacy Run.

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Choctaw Nation crowns 2021-2022 royalty

By Kendra Germany-Wall and Kelsey Brown Though the Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival was canceled, the Annual Choctaw Royalty Pageant was held Friday, Sept. 3, at Tvshka Homma, crowning the new 2021 princesses. The Choctaw Nation Princess and Royalty Program has been molding and shaping strong Chahta ohoyo for decades.

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Most hepatitis C can be cured with simple treatment

By Chris Jennings Hepatitis C is a contagious viral infection that causes liver inflammation. Your liver is responsible for processing nutrients, filtering blood and fighting infections.

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Leadership Speaks

District 4, October 2021

By Tribal Councilmember Jess Henry I have been in office a couple of weeks now, and I am having a great time. I appreciate the privilege of holding this office. Feel free to contact me anytime.

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The Christian Life

By Olin Williams The Book of Numbers pictures the Christian in this world, which to him is a wilderness. In time he discovers it to be a place of separation, a place of discipline, and a place of mobilization. The moment he is born again, he is separated from his old life in Egypt. He then enters God's school of child training or discipline.

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Domestic Violence Awareness

By Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr. It's October, and fall is finally here. The leaves are changing, football season has officially begun, and soon we'll be purchasing Halloween candy for our kids and grandkids. While October is full of a lot of fun, it also brings to light a serious issue – Domestic Violence Awareness.

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