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Finding her direction: How Siena East is helping to shape Native storytellingvv
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (810+ words) The Choctaw Nation Newspaper Growing up in West Hollywood, Siena East was surrounded by artists long before she knew what kind of storyteller she would become. Now, the Choctaw writer, actor and comedian is building a growing career in television…...
A look at Indigenous representation in film and television
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (907+ words) The Choctaw Nation Newspaper In recent years, on-screen Indigenous representation has surged, bringing Native faces, cultures, languages and stories to viewers around the world. In January 2024, the Biskinik shared with readers a list of current and upcoming Indigenous film and…...
Tribal nations advocate for Fort Smith, gateway to Indian Country
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (497+ words) The Choctaw Nation Newspaper On July 11, 2025, the Intertribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes (ITC) signed a resolution calling for continued funding for the Fort Smith Historic Site in Fort Smith, Arkansas, through the National Park Service. The resolution notes…...
CNO opens new housing options, offers helpful programs to its tribal members
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (476+ words) The Choctaw Nation Newspaper The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma marked another housing milestone Dec. 12 with a ribbon-cutting in" Valliant, opening 10 LEAP homes and 10 affordable rental homes. That same afternoon, the Nation hosted another ribbon-cutting ceremony in Hugo, marking the opening…...
Choctaw Nation Urges Public to Stay Weather Aware and Prepare for Potential Winter Storm
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (236+ words) The Choctaw Nation Newspaper Here are some tips on how to prepare and keep you, your'family'and your community safe.' Residents are encouraged to take steps now to stay safe, including:' Limit Non-Essential TravelLimit travel during severe weather. Roads and bridges,…...