Beecher, IL (Jan. 6, 2021) — First Community Bank and Trust announced its participation in the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) third annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator, in partnership with The Venture Center. The ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program fosters fintech-community bank collaboration to develop new technologies specifically for community banks and the customers they serve. “With decades of relationship banking experience in the Beecher, Peotone
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FHLB and FCBT Provide $5,000 in Additional Funds to Four Local Businesses   November 20, 2020 - First Community Bank and Trust recognizes that being a community bank means going the extra mile for our customers. We also know that this pandemic has been especially hard on small business owners. For those reasons, we are so grateful to have been able to assist many of them through the Paycheck Protection Program. We believe in fostering relationships with our customers and understanding
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Beecher, IL (June 2020) – We want to make our local community aware that our June Shredding Day will still be held as scheduled. This event will take place on Saturday, June 20th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at 1111 Dixie Highway in Beecher, IL. The health and safety of our customers and employees is very important to us. Therefore, we will have some additional guidelines in place to promote proper social distancing. Please be aware of the following new procedures: Enter off of Chestnut
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Peotone, IL (June 2020). . . The Community Bankers Association of Illinois (CBAI) Foundation for Community Banking has selected its 2020 Annual Scholarship Program winners. Now in its 34th 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, 90 CBAI member banks representing 246 students statewide, participated in the contest. First Community Bank and Trust is very
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Beecher, IL (May, 2020)—As college graduates finish their studies in preparation to enter the workforce, 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.  “For soon-to-be graduates, transitioning from the classroom to the real world can be exciting and overwhelming,” said Greg Ohlendorf, President and CEO at First Community Bank and Trust. “As a
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Beecher, IL (May 7, 2020)—In recognition of World Password Day, First Community Bank and Trust is 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.  “A ransomware attack occurs every 14 seconds in the world, but with each security measurement enacted, we’re one step closer in winning the war against cyber criminals,” said Greg Ohlendorf, President
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April 30th, 2020 - At First Community Bank and Trust we recognize that being a community bank means going the extra mile for our customers. We also know that this pandemic has been especially hard on small business owners. For those reasons, we are so grateful to have been able to assist many of them through the Paycheck Protection Program. Our relationship with our local businesses is a true partnership, and we want to help in any way we can during this trying time. We are very pleased to
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Shop Local for National Small Business Week May 3–9 Beecher, IL (May, 2020)—First Community Bank and Trust and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)® encourage Americans to support their local economies by shopping at small businesses during National Small Business Week, May 3–9. Small businesses create two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. annually. “As a small business ourselves, FCBT values America’s entrepreneurs and is committed
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Beecher, IL (April 1, 2020)—In honor of ICBA Community Banking Month in April, First Community Bank and Trust and the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) are shining a spotlight on community banks’ role in fostering economic prosperity and meeting the needs of consumers and local communities through expansion and innovation. “As a local small business invested in building a legacy of prosperity for our customers, First Community Bank and Trust invites
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Beecher, IL, March 23rd, 2020 –  We want to inform our customers that, as an essential business, we will remain open during the government mandated ‘stay-at-home’ order. While our lobbies will remain closed to the public until further notice, our drive-up windows will be open during normal banking hours. ATMs will remain open 24/7. Lobby access is also available by appointment. First Community Bank and Trust employees are available via phone and email to
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