March 15, 2018

Chickasaw Nation News

In this episode of CNTV News, Brad Clonch and Quin Tran feature the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Chickasaw Nation Violence Prevention Center. This facility will serve families suffering from domestic violence by providing counseling, career services, education and wellness programs. Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby describes this center as a special place allowing women and children to successfully transition to a new, happier life. To find out more about the Violence Prevention Center, call (580) 272-5580. In other news, a recent report shows that Oklahoma ranks fifth among U.S. states for unused vacation days, with 22 million days going unused in 2016 and costing the state economy nearly $689 million. To learn about all the wonderful vacation opportunities available in the Chickasaw Nation and make the most of your own free days, visit www.ChickasawCountry.com. The Chickasaw Cultural Center will host the annual Three Sisters Celebration, with workshops on gardening, storytelling, Native culture and more. Featuring the traditional crop trio of squash, corn and beans, this festival is free to the public and runs March 19-25. Learn more at www.ChickasawCulturalCenter.com. The latest exhibit at the Chickasaw Cultural Center focuses on the local roots and stellar career of Te Ata, the iconic Chickasaw storyteller who brought tales from the Nation and other indigenous peoples to an international audience. The exhibit runs until early September and ties in with the upcoming feature film on Te Ata's life, which is currently being produced in the Chickasaw Nation. A recently released documentary, Bearer of the Morning, also explores the life of the legend. For more information about this educational film, visit www.ChickasawFilms.com.

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