Tribal member welcomed home after Super Bowl win

Kansas City Chiefs starting center Creed Humphrey, a Citizen Potawatomi tribal member, received a warm welcome to his hometown of Shawnee, Oklahoma. Tribal Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett began the event with a blessing, smoking Humphrey off with sweetgrass, cedar, sage and tobacco. Shawnee Mayor Ed Bolt read a proclamation, naming March 4, 2023, as Creed Humphrey Day. Bolt then presented Humphrey with a key to the city of Shawnee.

Denim Day highlights Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is an annual observance during April that brings attention to sexual violence and educates communities about ways to prevent this from happening. Denim Day (April 26) invites participants to wear jeans with a purpose to support survivors and raise awareness about sexual violence.

CPCDC services increase financial literacy

The Nation’s Community Development Corporation helps improve the financial literacy and economic opportunities of Tribal members and Natives in the Community. CPCDC Director and CEO Cindy Logsdon shares tips for financial wellness.

Citizen Potawatomi Nation serves community following devastating tornadoes

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Emergency Management Department began working to anticipate community needs even before a devastating tornado hit Pottawatomie County on the evening of April 19. Following the storms, CPN coordinated with agencies all over the state to provide relief to those affected.

District 11 election candidates Q&A

District 11 candidates Andrew Walters (incumbent) and Jay Laughlin (challenger) answer questions about their platform prior to the 2023 election.

District 10 election candidates Q&A

District 10 election candidates David Barrett (incumbent) and Charles Scott (challenger) answer questions about their platform prior to the 2023 election.

CPN-owned bank gets new name, look

Sovereign Bank unveils its new name and logo in April 2023. The rebrand celebrates the Bank’s status as the largest tribally owned bank in the United States.

Hownikan Podcast: Heirloom care, trains and awareness exhibit

During this episode, we’ll hear tips and tricks for keeping family heirlooms safe, take a ride on an exciting new piece of equipment for CPN’s industrial park, and visit an exhibit highlighting Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Language update: April 2023

This month’s update from the Language Department features the upcoming Master Apprentice program this summer, and the Department’s presence at the Oklahoma Language Fair.