Bucking the trend: Creating a vibrant town center
Bank one of key players in effort to create downtown for Iowa community. [Continue]
Writer: Liz Wheeler
When the Wind Whispers Your Name
Iowa bank generates wind energy deal. The story of two guys, one bank and an $18.5 million wind turbine project in rural Iowa. [Continue]
Banking on a cash mob
Banks deliver a big boost to local businesses when they show up with people and cash, ready to buy. [Continue]
Creative financing may be key for Smallville USA
In early March, the newspapers in southern Minnesota were all abuzz. A small cafe in a town of 1,100 people was being given away through an essay contest. [Continue]
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Is smart phone next branch for community banks? [Continue]
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Why the unbanked remain elusive customers [Continue]
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Credit Cards: Merchants prefer lower fees, no surcharges [Continue]
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‘Too Big to Fail’ has new meaning in South Dakota [Continue]
Illinois banks weather more storms
A tornado with winds of up to 170 miles per hour hit Harrisburg, Ill., during the early hours of Feb. 29. The tornado ripped a swath 200 yards wide as it passed through the southern side of this town of 900 people. [Continue]
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Chamber’s holiday loan program encourages local shopping [Continue]