As summer arrives across the Chickasaw Nation, it brings with it a season of community, opportunity and activity.

Downtown Sulphur was alive with a flurry of color and sound May 2 as the annual Artesian Arts Festival attracted thousands of art patrons and families.

Chickasaw Nation Director of Pediatrics Cmdr. Kayla Dewitt has been named 2026 Therapist Professional Advisory Committee (TPAC) Senior Therapist of the Year.

Chickasaw heritage, culture and traditions will be celebrated in communities throughout the Chickasaw Nation during the 2026 Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, Sept. 25-Oct. 3.