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‘History Rocks! Trail to Independence Tour’ Visits Choctaw Central Middle School for Its Only Mississippi Stop
The “History Rocks! Trail to Independence Tour” visited Choctaw Central Middle School on Jan. 20, 2026, for its Mississippi tour stop. U.S. Department of the Interior Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs William Kirkland visited the reservation as part of the activity tied to the America250 celebration.
Mississippi Choctaw Dictionary Project Helps Tribe Preserve Language
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians’ Choctaw Dictionary Project is designed to support language learners of all levels and encourage more daily use of the Choctaw language by tribal members.
Battle of Nations Brings Mississippi Choctaw, Eastern Cherokee Together for Football Match
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians welcomed members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for the Battle of Nations, a football game.
Tribal Members Share Memories as Choctaw Indian Fair Celebrates Diamond Anniversary
The 75th Choctaw Indian Fair officially kicks off on July 8, 2025, and runs through July 12. The celebration includes Choctaw cultural demonstrations, sports competitions and other entertainment.
East Central News
Lab Monkeys Escape Overturned Truck Near Heidelberg, Mississippi, But Are Not Infected
Lab monkeys from Tulane University have escaped an overturned truck north of the town of Heidelberg, Mississippi, marshalling a response from numerous law enforcement agencies. Despite initial claims by local law enforcement, the monkeys are not carrying COVID-19, herpes or hepatitis C.
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‘Cecelia Moseley: Remnants of Language’ Exhibit Celebrates Learning Differences and the Written Word
The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience in Meridian, Miss., is hosting the “Cecelia Moseley: Remnants of Language” exhibit through Jan. 3, 2026. The exhibit explores barriers to understanding for people with learning differences, such as dyslexia, as well as the declining reliance on written words.
