The Election Commission will hold a community meeting on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the AST Health Multi-Purpose Building in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Topics include the Election Commission's mission statement, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Constitution, current vacancies, and term staggering.
Elders ages 55 and older are invited to join the Public Health Dept for fun, games , activities and helpful health education topics.
For more information contact Sianna Morgheim or Terra Little Jim: 405.447.0300 or 405.827.7704 or tlittlejim@astribe.com
Wed, 06/03/2026 - 7:30am to Thu, 06/04/2026 - 3:00pm
Fifth Annual Day of Champions Football & Fast Pitch Camp 2026!
Come join the fun of a FREE Sports camp June 3 & 4 at Little Axe Stadium. Spots will fill up fast!
Lunch will be provided both days.
If you have questions please contact Sarah Lawerance at 405.827.0355 or at sarahl@astribe.com.
To register online, click here https://www.astribe.com/forms/Day-Of-Champions-Camp
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Dated this 1st day of May 2026.
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Agriculture Department
presents 5th Annual Fishin for Nutrition!!
Friday, June 12, 2026 from 10am to 2 pm at
AST Farm, Exit 192, SW corner of I-40 and Valleyview Rd off Earlsboro exit.
Open to youth 18 and under (13 & under accompanied by an adult)
Bring your own chair and fishing pole if you have one.
Lunch will be provided.
AST MEMBERS - SAVE THE DATE!!!!
AST Agriculture Department presents the 5th Annual Starter Plant Distribution!
May 22nd from 9 am - 3 pm
(while supplies last).
43406 Benson Park Road, Shawnee, OK
For questions, call 405.827.6545.
Event is only open to AST Members.
Join the AST Diabetes & Wellness 100 miles in 100 days challenge.
Whether it’s a quick stroll around the block or a long weekend walk, every step counts.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign-up.
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Elder Abuse Awareness Event Presented by The Rising Warrior, this year’s event features an Elder Olympics theme! We invite our elders to come together for a day of education, community, and fun.
Date: June 18th, 2026
RSVP: Please call 405.273.2888 to reserve your spot.
Volleyball Tournament Interested in competing? We are now accepting registrations for our Volleyball Tournament. Space is limited to the first 25 teams ( Teams are 6 members with 2 substitutes.), so call 405.273.2888 today to register.
Registration starts at 9:30 am.
AST High School Seniors
College Scholarship Entry Form
AllNations Bank is providing three (3) $500 scholarships to AST high school seniors. The information you provide below will be used to contact you regarding your entry. You will be notified if your name has been selected and we will schedule a time for you to take a photo to be placed in the AST Newsletter and on the Tribe’s media outlets. The scholarship check will be issued directly to the school the student attends.
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Required documents:
Tribal Enrollment Card
Copy (must be the updated card)
Submit forms via fax, email, mail, or at the Education drop box on the AST Shawnee Complex.
DEADLINE: RECEIVED BY MAY 15, 2026 AT 5:00 PM CDT
Education Department
2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
405.275.4030 Ext 3533
405.273.7938 (fax)
tresham@astribe.com
AST Language & Culture Department
Powwow Singing Practice
Location: Horseshoe Bend, 46309 Garrett's Lake Road, Shawnee, OK
Time : 6-9 pm
Friday April 10, 2026
Questions: Contact Clayton Martinez, 405.531.5357 or ASTlanguage@astribe.com
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, "Executive Committee Meetings" hereby calls and declares public notice that the SPECIAL meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday April 8 2026 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Dated this 31st day of March 2026.
Elders ages 55 and older are invited to join the Public Health Dept for fun, games , activities and helpful health education topics.
For more information contact Sianna Morgheim or Terra Little Jim: 405.447.0300 or 405.827.7704 or tlittlejim@astribe.com
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday April 22, 2026 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Dated this 25th day of March 2026.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
Interim Financial Management & Oversight Services
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Authority (ASTHA)
1. Introduction
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Authority (ASTHA) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide Interim Financial Management and Oversight Services.
The selected contractor will ensure continuity of financial operations, regulatory compliance, financial integrity, and strategic planning support while ASTHA recruits and fills vacant financial positions. In addition, the contractor will evaluate the operational and financial requirements necessary to establish a fully functional and independent health department finance operation.
To read the full RFP, click here, RFP
Health Onboarding Vendor Application
CLASS IS FULL!
ATTENTION AST MEMBERS - We are excited to offer this hands-on boys leggings workshop! All materials will be provided.
WHEN: March 28 from 9 am - 1 pm
WHERE: AST Multipurpose Bldg, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK
Space is limited to 15 participants.
To join the waitlist, click here ,
https://laserfiche.astribe.com/Forms/Broadcloth-Leggings-Making-Workshop
For questions, please contact Clayton Martinez at ASTLanguage@astribe.com or 405.531.5357.
PLEASE NOTE - If you have already signed up, email confirmations will be sent out later today.
Make plans to attend the AST Elders Council Pie Supper!
WHEN: Saturday, April 4, 2026, 6 pm - 9 pm
WHERE: AST Resource Center, 1970 156th Ave NE, Norman, OK
For questions, email - astelderscouncil@gmail.com
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday March 18, 2026 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Dated this 3rd day of March 2026.
96th SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA ON SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M. AT AST MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING, SHAWNEE, OK