June 2019 - The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA)and First Community Bank and Trust in recognition of National Homeownership Month in June, are reminding current and prospective homeowners of community bank resources that make financing easier and more a personal. “For most people, buying a home is an investment in their future—an opportunity to establish roots, start a family, and build financial security,” said Greg Ohlendorf, President and CEO of First
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The Community Bankers Association of Illinois (CBAI) Foundation for Community Banking has selected its 2019 Annual Scholarship Program winners. Now in its 33rd year, the program offers $21,000 to 24 high-school seniors via an essay‑writing contest; $500 is also awarded to the first‑place winner's high school. This year, 88 CBAI member banks representing 235 students statewide, participated in the contest. First Community Bank and Trust is very pleased to announce that Peotone High School
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May 13th, 2019—As college students prepare to graduate and begin their professional careers, First Community Bank and Trust and the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) want to remind them of the importance of planning for their financial future.  “Graduation is an exciting time for many students transitioning from the classroom to the ‘real world’ and starting to establish their financial independence,” said Greg Ohlendorf, President and CEO of
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Support local commerce during National Small Business Week May 5-11 May 5th, 2019 – First Community Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)® are lending their voices to the thousands of organizations nationwide encouraging Americans to shop locally and help support their local economies during National Small Business Week (May 5-11). Small businesses create two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. annually. More than 50 percent of Americans either own
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 May 2, 2019 - In recognition of World Password Day, the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) and First Community Bank and Trust are reminding customers of simple steps to safeguard their personal account information and what to do if they suspect they have been affected by a reported breach.  “You don’t have to be a cyber security expert to protect yourself against hackers and identity theft. Small actions like creating strong passwords, using different
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