Books of Interest Part 14: 2026 Summer/Fall Reading Recommendations Since 2018, we have been curating lists of our employees’ favorite reads. In celebration of National Book Lovers Day (August 9), we are excited to be back again with Part Fourteen of our “Books of Interest.” If you are looking to be captivated by a story… Read More
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Best of Ogle County Nominations 2026 The nomination round for the Ogle County Life and Rochelle News-Leader’s “Best of Ogle County” Reader’s Choice Contest is officially underway! ✔️ Best Bank ✔️ Best Mortgage Lending ✔️ Best Financial Planning Service ✔️ Best Mortgage Lender ✔️ Best Bank Teller Our categories are listed under “Professional Services and… Read More
Back-to-School Supply Drive We are excited to partner with Remedies Renewing Lives again this year and host a Back-to-School Supply Drive! The drive will run from Monday, July 20 through Friday, August 7! 🎒✏️🖍️📒 Remedies Renewing Lives is the only domestic violence shelter in Winnebago and Boone counties. Each year, they provide a variety of domestic violence… Read More
The Mid-Year Pivot: Smart Ways to Cut Everyday Costs and Keep Your Budget on Track If your budget felt manageable at the start of the year, it may not feel that way now. Gas prices have climbed. Grocery bills are higher. And for many households, wages have not kept pace. The good news is that… Read More
Why More Customers Are Choosing eStatements For many of us, receiving a paper statement in the mail was just part of the monthly finance routine. You would open the envelope, review your transactions, and file it away for safekeeping. Today, managing your finances looks a little different. With online and mobile banking, it is easier… Read More