Chickasaw Times
| Type | Monthly newspaper |
|---|---|
| Format | Broadsheet |
| Owner | Chickasaw Nation |
| Founded | 1976 |
| Headquarters | Ada, Oklahoma[1] |
| ISSN | 2837-5939 (print) 2837-5947 (web) |
| OCLC number | 14584908 |
| Website | www |
Chickasaw Times is the official newspaper of the Chickasaw Nation, and is headquartered in Ada, Oklahoma. Founded in 1976,[2] it publishes news, cultural information, and official communications for Chickasaw citizens and communities.[3]
History
The origins of the Chickasaw Times go back to 1970, when Chickasaw Nation Governor Overton James created a tribal newsletter. The publication initially was a quarterly newsletter providing updates on tribal affairs.[4]
The first edition of the Chickasaw Times was published on October 1, 1976. It expanded upon the earlier newsletter to provide broader coverage of Chickasaw Nation news and developments affecting Chickasaw citizens worldwide.[4]
Over time, the publication became a communication platform for the tribe, covering tribal government activities, cultural heritage, community programs, and economic developments. Contributors have included tribal historians and writers documenting Chickasaw history and culture.[5]
Circulation
The Chickasaw Times is published monthly, with two additional special issues each year. It is mailed free of charge to registered Chickasaw voters, government offices, educational institutions.[6]
References
- ^ "Ethnic, Political, and Religious Newspapers". Oklahoma Historical Society. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
- ^ "Chickasaw Calendar Timeline | Timeline". chickasaw.net. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
- ^ "Connect with Community | Chickasaw Nation". www.chickasaw.net. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
- ^ a b Chickasaw.tv | The Birth of the Chickasaw Press. Retrieved 2026-02-20 – via www.chickasaw.tv.
- ^ Rule, Elizabeth (July 2018). The Chickasaw Press: A Source of Power and Pride (42.3 ed.). American Indian Culture and Research Journal (published 2018). pp. 183–202.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ "About | Chickasaw Times". www.chickasawtimes.net. Retrieved 2026-02-20.