Q2 Customer Newsletter

August 25, 2025
By: Kami Sickels

Branch Updates:

Branch-wide: Upcoming holiday closings: June 19 (Juneteenth); July 4 and 5 (Fourth of July).

Carlisle: Join us for Branding Basics on Tuesday, August 26, from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Carlisle Public Library! We’re teaming up with ETC Graphics for this engaging session where we’ll cover key branding strategies and tips to help your business stand out. Enjoy complimentary coffee and a light continental breakfast while you learn and network with others.

Chariton: We are excited to participate in the Chariton Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 26! Reminder that our branch will be closed from 2 to 3:30 p.m. while we cheer on the Chariton Chargers!

Indianola: We’re hosting a Shred Event at the Indianola branch this September to help you safely dispose of your sensitive documents. Extra shred bins will be in our Indianola branch lobby from September 8 to 12—locked, secured, and ready for you to use. Stop by during our regular lobby hours that week to take advantage of this free, secure service!

Knoxville: Peoples Bank is proud to be the 2025–26 Power Sponsor of GoKnoxvilleTV, the local platform providing live broadcasts and media coverage of Knoxville Panthers sporting events.

Lacona: We are proud to support the “Book Nooks of Warren County” project, led by the Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2025. A total of 14 little libraries were placed throughout the county, including one at our Lacona branch and another in Centennial Park in Milo. Special thanks to our team members Kami, Nikki, and Jodi for their involvement in making this community initiative a success!

Milo: We recently donated $100 to the Milo Public Library’s Adopt a Book Program to support local readers. 

Pleasantville: We are excited to welcome Bailey Parks to the Pleasantville team! Bailey will serve as a Traveling Banker, supporting not only Pleasantville but also lending a helping hand at our other branch locations.

Seymour: We’re looking forward to participating in the Old Settlers Celebration on July 11 and 12. Please note the branch will be closed on Saturday due to limited access from the event.

 

Read our fraud blog for resources

Stay Informed! Fraud continues to rear its ugly head for consumers and businesses. Our best piece of advice is if something seems too good to be true; it is. Read about current scams and ways to protect yourself on our blog: https://mybankpsb.com/blog/

 

Changes coming to online and mobile banking! 🎉

This fall we’re launching a brand new platform designed with both personal and business customers in mind. From a fresh new look to smarter features and simplified access—it’s a big step forward.

  • Business Customers: You’ve been asking for this, and we’re excited to FINALLY be able to bring your business and personal accounts together under one app! That’s right: You can do it all in one place: Transfer money; pay bills; deposit checks; and more.
  • Personal Customers: Get ready for a much better look and feel, making it easier to move around the app and manage your money.

Watch your inbox for more information on how to prepare for the upgrades!

 

Real stories. Real people. Real impact.
These testimonials remind us why we do what we do. From friendly service to going the extra mile, we’re proud to be Your Bank for Good.

 

Smart Money Habits Start Early!
Start your kids on the path to smart money habits with Peoples Bank! Whether they’re just starting to save or ready for their first debit card, we’ve got accounts designed just for them:

  • Junior Savings — Perfect for kids 13 and under, with prizes for every deposit!
  • Teen Checking — Earn cash back on purchases and enjoy digital banking freedom.
  • Youth CDs — Help young savers grow their money with a guaranteed rate.

 

Peoples Bank $1,000 Student Scholarship Winners
Peoples Bank is proud to support the next generation of community leaders. In May, we awarded a $1,000 scholarship to one high school senior in each of our communities. Recipients were selected based on their volunteer experience and their thoughtful essays on what community involvement means to them. Thank you to everyone who applied, and congratulations to the following scholarship recipients:

Carlisle – Addyson Sears – Northwest Missouri State University
Chariton – Logan Shore – Central College
Indianola – Isabel O’Meara – The University of Iowa
Knoxville – Rylan Robinson – Florida Aviation Academy
Pleasantville – Dylan Messamaker – Central College
SEW – John Thompson – Iowa State University
Wayne – Hallie Ingram – Redlands Community College

Congratulations to all our scholarship winners! We wish you the very best in your future endeavors.

 

Did you know Peoples Bank has an events calendar? Visit this page to see all of our community involvement.


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