FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On behalf of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, I extend my congratulations to William Kirkland III on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate as Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs. The Bureau of Indian Affairs plays a central role in upholding the federal trust responsibility, supporting tribal self-determination, managing resources, and delivering essential services and infrastructure across Indian Country. As a Navajo leader, Mr. Kirkland

Winners of the activities which took place at the celebration. By: LANI HANSEN, Senior Reporter TAHLEQUAH, Okla- The 75th Annual Keetoowah Celebration was a success, and the United Keetoowah Band appreciates everyone who came out and participated in the activities offered. Congratulations to all our winners this year at the celebration. Cornhole 1 st Place: Cameron Kingfisher/Kaleb Kingfisher 2 ND Place: Buzzy Scott/David Walker Volleyball 1 st Place: Native Mob 2 nd Plac

Jr. Miss Keetoowah J'Leeanna Ramsey and Miss Keetoowah Grayci Spradlin. Introducing Miss Keetoowah Grayci Spradlin and Jr. Miss Keetoowah J’Leeanna Ramsey By: LANI HANSEN, Senior Reporter TAHLEQUAH, Okla- The United Keetoowah Band would like to announce its new Miss Keetoowah Grayci Spradlin and Jr. Miss Keetoowah J’Leeanna Ramsey to represent as young ambassadors of the tribe. Meet the girls who will be representing UKB: My name is Grayci Spradlin, and I am the 2025–2027 Mis

Kenwood Lady Indians Softball Team Kenwood softball makes incredible return to the ORES to claim their first state title. By: LANI HANSEN, Senior Reporter KENWOOD, Okla- Returning after their second season, the Kenwood Lady Indians Softball Team has claimed their first title for the Oklahoma Rural Elementary Schools (ORES) Division 3 state championship. “We went into the state tournament as one,” Head Coach Doo Foreman said. “I always praise the Lord before the game and after

Washington, DC – United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) Chief Jeff Wacoche executed a historic agreement on Sept. 16, 2025, with...

By: Marilyn Craig, Museum Marketing Coordinator Two Keetoowah college students have been awarded scholarships from Boudinot Scholars...

Our work together as a sovereign people continues on many fronts, from defending our rights in Washington to celebrating the growth of...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tahlequah, Okla. – The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB) today launched the ‘Defend UKB Rights’ ...

The statement is in regards of the proposed appropriations language. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "I swore a sacred oath to defend the...

The 75th Annual Keetoowah Celebration will be held October 4th. Chief Jeff Wacoche gives his address at the 74th Annual Keetoowah...

The Historic Council House will include four offices and council chambers for meetings. The four UKB Tribal Officers were joined by...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contrary to the CNO’s assertion that Senator Mullin’s language is consistent with opinions of the federal courts...

UKB Demands Immediate Removal of Termination Draft Proposed by CNO Senator FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tahlequah, Okla. – The United Keetoowah...

Apply now to be the next Jr. Miss and Miss Keetoowah for 2025-2027. By: LANI HANSEN, Senior Reporter TAHLEQUAH, Okla- With the 75 th ...

BY: STAFF REPORTS There is a long and painful history in this country of using violent rhetoric to justify the violent treatment of...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “On behalf of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, I extend our congratulations to the Muscogee (Creek)...

Delia Smith rides through the Tulsa Indigenous Peoples' Day Parade. After holding two titles for UKB, Smith admires the importance of...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tahlequah, OK – The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians has declared a state of emergency due to the...

Chief Jeff Wacoche signing the Model Tribal Gaming Compact with the State of Oklahoma. (LANI HANSEN/SENIOR REPORTER) FOR IMMEDIATE...