Author Archives: Michelle Simon

Image source: Original source CDC, adapted by Insider. 3.19.20 Social distancing is a critical step in the prevention of the transmission of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The term is a public health strategy used to describe broad measures that stop or slow … Continue reading →

3.19.20 The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation is committed to the safety and well-being of all employees and community members. Effective March 19, 2020, only essential employees will report to work. Employees deemed non-essential are placed on administrative leave through March … Continue reading →

Effective Thursday, March 19, 2020, the Prairie Band One Stop convenience store will begin closing at 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, through the end of March 2020.

3.18.20 The Prairie Band Potawatomi Tribal Police Department is making the following procedural changes in accordance with CDC guidelines. Our department is committed to providing safety to the community. The Tribal Police Department remains fully operational, staffed, and ready to … Continue reading →

3.18.20 The Boys and Girls Club of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation received a generous donation of produce items from Prairie Band Casino & Resort. Food items include salad mix, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, squash, tomatoes, peppers and more. Community members … Continue reading →

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Chairman Joseph Rupnick addressed the Nation’s tribal members via a Facebook Live stream on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at approximately 1:40 p.m. Video Link Transcript of Message to the Nation

3.18.20 By: Michelle Simon The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has declared a State of Emergency effective March 16, 2020, due to the unprecedented public safety situation created by COVID-19. This declaration shall allow the Tribal Council to take any necessary … Continue reading →

3.18.20 Updates to Food service: – The Fire Keepers Elder Center is serving the PBPN Community age 50 and over only. – Meals are available by pick-up at the north door only, or by delivery. – Call 785-966-8091 or 785-966-8093 … Continue reading →

3.18.20 The Nation Station, the convenience store operated by Prairie Band Casino & Resort, will remain open with all services available. Hours of operation have changed for Sundays. New hours: Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through … Continue reading →