Cherokee Nation Helps Make Rural Transit Possible
If you live within the Cherokee Nation and see a rural transit vehicle, Cherokee Nation along with some great partners helped make it possible. It is a great investment.
Tribes File Federal Suit Against Gov. Stitt and Wildlife Department Over Prosecution of Hunting and Fishing on Tribal Land
Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and Chickasaw Nation filed a federal lawsuit in United States District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma naming Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt; his recently appointed special prosecutor, Russ Cochran; and the Oklahoma Department…
Cherokee Nation, Chief Hoskin, Deputy Chief Warner Fulfills $15 Minimum Wage Commitment, Leads in Pay Equity
The Cherokee Nation announced today the release of its 2025 Annual Compensation Report, confirming the successful completion of its multi-year initiative to raise the minimum wage for all hourly tribal government employees to $15 per hour.
Cherokee Federal Named Military Times “Best for Vets” Employer
Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, today announced it has been recognized by Military Times on the prestigious 2025 "Best for Vets: Employers" list.
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation successfully hosts first three controlled deer hunts of the season
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation has successfully completed its first three controlled deer hunts of the 2025 season on preserve land in Sequoyah County, marking continued milestones in the tribe’s commitment to wildlife management, cultural preservation and food…
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Language
New Cherokee Language Efforts Aimed for All Generations
The Cherokee language is the heart of who we are as a people. It carries our history, our way of life, and the values that connect us across generations. When we speak our language, we honor our ancestors and ensure that future generations can know themselves as Cherokee.
Education
Cherokee Nation Foundation opens scholarship application window
Cherokee Nation Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-27 academic year. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026. The nonprofit organization awarded more than $500,000 last year, the most in its history.
Sovereignty
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation successfully hosts first three controlled deer hunts of the season
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation has successfully completed its first three controlled deer hunts of the 2025 season on preserve land in Sequoyah County, marking continued milestones in the tribe’s commitment to wildlife management, cultural preservation and food sovereignty as the Cherokee Nation continues to assert its treaty-protected hunting and fishing rights.
Wellness
Chief Hoskin, Deputy Chief Warner sign legislation to expand Public Health and Wellness Fund Act
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, members of the Council of the Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Public Health leaders and staff gathered to sign an amended Public Health and Wellness Fund Act legislation Monday, Sept. 29.
Education
Cherokee Nation Foundation opens scholarship application window
Cherokee Nation Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-27 academic year. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026. The nonprofit organization awarded more than $500,000 last year, the most in its history.
Wellness
Chief Hoskin, Deputy Chief Warner sign legislation to expand Public Health and Wellness Fund Act
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, members of the Council of the Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Public Health leaders and staff gathered to sign an amended Public Health and Wellness Fund Act legislation Monday, Sept. 29.
Sovereignty
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation successfully hosts first three controlled deer hunts of the season
Cherokee Nation Wildlife Conservation has successfully completed its first three controlled deer hunts of the 2025 season on preserve land in Sequoyah County, marking continued milestones in the tribe’s commitment to wildlife management, cultural preservation and food sovereignty as the Cherokee Nation continues to assert its treaty-protected hunting and fishing rights.
Language
New Cherokee Language Efforts Aimed for All Generations
The Cherokee language is the heart of who we are as a people. It carries our history, our way of life, and the values that connect us across generations. When we speak our language, we honor our ancestors and ensure that future generations can know themselves as Cherokee.