Burnett family history

The Hownikan routinely features histories and photographs of founding Citizen Potawatomi families, such as the Burnett family’s long and rich history.

Kelley honored by Tennessee governor

Kristy Kelley, Nadeau/Tescier descendant, was honored by Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee with the Spring 2024 Governor’s Excellence in Service Awards for her work with a school resource officer program.

Language update: March 2025

The March 2025 Language Report reflects on a successful Winter Story Telling event, on-going high school courses, and upcoming beginner and conversational classes.

2025 Potawatomi Fire

Following the history making season of 2024, what’s left for the Fire to accomplish and how will the Fire measure success in 2025 after going undefeated and winning another Lillie (TBL’s Championship trophy)?

2025 election candidates Q&A

Q&As from Citizen Potawatomi Nation 2025 candidates for Chairman, Legislative District 1, and Legislative District 3.

Chairman Barrett speaks to Harvard University Native Nation Building Class

Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett spoke to the Harvard Kennedy School of Government class on Native Nation Building Jan. 16.

The class, Native Americans in the 21st Century: Nation Building I, led by Prof. Joe Kalt and Prof. Angela R. Riley (CPN’s Supreme Court Chief Justice), “examines the challenges that contemporary American Indian nations face as they endeavor to rebuild their communities, strengthen their cultures, and support their citizens.”

Veterans Report: March 2025

The March 2025 Veterans Report highlights Master Sargeant (E-8) Beverly McCoy, as well as current events for the CPN Veterans Organization. This month’s meeting will be held on March 25.