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Veterans Report: February 2024

This month’s Veterans Report features resources like free concert tickets, farming assistance, workout programs, national park passes and Veteran discounts on hundreds of services available to the Veteran community.

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Basketball teaches Berry leadership on and off the court
February 8, 2024

Tribal member Reagan Berry was selected to attend the first National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Women’s College Basketball Academy in 2023. As she completes her senior year of high school, Berry has her eyes set on playoffs and on her collegiate career at Oklahoma Christian University.

Jon Boursaw, in a red ribbon shirt, speaks at a podium. Next to him are Leg. Bob Whistler, in an applique vest, and Rep. Alan Melot, in a green shirt. They receive a framed certificate from a woman in an orange jacket.
Legislator reflects on Trail of Death observance
February 7, 2024

Citizen Potawatomi Nation tribal legislator Alan Melot, who lives in Joplin, Missouri, joined the 2023 Potawatomi Trail of Death caravan, and shares his reflections on the journey and his hopes for the future of the event.

A young Tribal member wearing blue protective glasses and a hot pink arm guard aims her bow and arrow.
Student qualifies for state archery competition
February 6, 2024

At only age 10, Tribal member Shaela Halte has become a standout in the sport of archery, placing 50th against older, more experienced competitors in the 2023 4-H archery state tournament in Colorado.

Six students in regalia hold up eagle feathers in front of them. CPN Chairman Barrett, far right, demonstrates for the students.
Window to close soon for PLP applications
February 5, 2024

The window will be closing soon for the chance for Potawatomi youth to apply for this summer’s Potawatomi Leadership Program. The program, which welcomes college-aged Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal members, will run from June 14 to July 27, 2024.

CPNHS Behavioral Health Psychologist Dr. Julio Rojas speaks into a microphone at the panelist table during the recent awareness event. He wears a grey suit jacket and blue shirt.
The cunning nature of addiction
February 2, 2024

Psychologist and licensed alcohol and drug counselor Julio Rojas shares insights on addiction ahead of an event planned by the CPN Health Services Behavioral Health department addressing substance use among youth.

CPNHS Behavioral Health Psychologist Dr. Julio Rojas speaks into a microphone at the panelist table during the recent awareness event. He wears a grey suit jacket and blue shirt.
Reducing stigma in mental health treatment

Psychologist and licensed alcohol and drug counselor Julio Rojas shares insights on stigma in mental health care ahead of an event planned by the CPN Health Services Behavioral Health department addressing substance use among youth.

A young man, seated in a chair adorned with scrolls. A young woman in a white blouse and long skirt stands next to him.
Darling family history

The earliest communities in what would become Oklahoma were born from the hard work and generosity of families like the Darlings. The Hownikan traces Darling family history through archival records at the CHC.