This time on CNTV News, Brad Clonch and Quin Tran start the episode with Lakota Tolloak, a Chickasaw citizen who will be attending Harvard in the fall. He tells CNTV News how his dedication and hard work at Ada High School paved the way to one of the top universities in the world. The prestigious Gates Scholarship recipient plans on studying integrative biology and hopes to become a trauma surgeon.

In other health news, pediatricians say now is a good time to review your child's immunization records for the new school year. Chickasaw Nation Chief of Pediatrics Dr. Tangra Broge describes the two major phases of school-age vaccinations.

The Inchokma Mobile Unit was launched to make healthcare services more accessible to children, elders and families in rural communities. The mobile healthcare team offers primary care and prevention and wellness services that include labs, sports physicals and immunizations.

The Chickasaw Princess pageant is one of the most anticipated events during the tribe's weeklong annual meeting and festival. The deadline for contestant applications is August 24. Faithlyn Seawright, the 2021-2022 Chickasaw Princess, connects with CNTV News to share the excitement of pageant night and her thoughts one year later. The pageant is scheduled for Monday, September 26. For more details, visit www.chickasaw.net/princess.

A Chickasaw citizen is pursuing what he loves: a dream job that incorporates art and storytelling. Jesse Cowan produces animated stories that bring characters to life. He speaks with Quin to discuss his latest project, "Little Wolf," and his work as an artist.

August 18 is National Couples Day. Chickasaw Nation psychologists Dr. B.J. Boyd and Dr. Misty Boyd tell CNTV News what couples can do to strengthen their bond and how singles can find the right partner.