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This January, Chickasaw Country launches the eighth annual Best of Chickasaw Country awards, allowing residents and visitors to determine their favorite businesses, attractions and restaurants in south-central Oklahoma. The nomination period runs from January 7 - 28.

“We're passionate about supporting our local businesses, and love hearing from residents and fans about their favorite experiences in the region,” said Paige Williams Shepherd, Chickasaw Nation director of corporate development and tourism. “Each year, Best of Chickasaw Country gives us the opportunity to highlight outstanding businesses across all 13 counties of south-central Oklahoma.”

Fans can nominate their favorite local business in 14 different categories by filling out the nomination form online. Fans can nominate one business per category per day. Nominations in the following categories will be accepted from January 7 – 28.

The top five nominees in each category will progress to the voting stage. Participants will be able to cast their vote online once the nominees are announced on February 4. 

 “We look forward to seeing this year's group of nominees, and encourage businesses across Chickasaw Country to nominate themselves. In 2019 south-central Oklahoma welcomed many new businesses that we hope to see participating in the Best of Chickasaw Country awards as well,” said Shepherd.

Winners in each category will be announced on March 3. Winners will be awarded at the Chickasaw Country Marketing Association Awards in April.

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 About Chickasaw Country

Nestled in south-central Oklahoma, Chickasaw Country is a regional tourism organization representing 13 of Oklahoma's 77 counties. As the official destination tourism organization, Chickasaw Country includes 7,648 square miles, 11 percent of Oklahoma's total 68,597 square miles. Chickasaw Country, a division of the Chickasaw Nation, is a tourism source for visitors and communities within the region and promotes destinations, attractions and festivals. Chickasaw Country is a diverse and culturally-vested destination, with new adventures and experiences around every corner.