Annual Meeting Held; Hammer Promoted

Shareholders of Mid-Iowa Bancshares Co., the holding company of IOwa State Bank, received a message of stability and growth at their annual meeting held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.  Chairman Laurie Vitzthum stressed the bank's commitmen...

Mid-Iowa Bancshares Co.

Identity theft and cyber scams continue to be a threat. It can happen to anyone at any time. Banks work hard to protect your money and keep your accounts safe, but it's crucial that consumers protect themselves from becoming a victim. Here are...

With a class 2A state dual team championship title and eleven individual qualifiers for the state individual wrestling tournament, the Algona High School Wrestling program received a check for $3,152 from Iowa State Bank based on state apparel items sold. For...

AHS Sports, Algona High School

In today's financial landscape, understanding your rights as a banking consumer is more important than ever. National Consumer Protection Week, observed each March, serves as a reminder of the safeguards in place to protect you from fraud, ensure...

Deepfake technology, once used primarily in entertainment and education, is now being weaponized to exploit consumers, posing significant risks to personal security and financial well-being. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), deepfakes can produce...

With tax preparations underway, now is the time to be vigilant about protecting personal information and tax refunds from fraud. Tax-related identity theft and scams are on the rise, and criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their efforts...

Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, identity theft

You've spent your whole life building your legacy. When it comes time to continue your legacy, who should you choose to make sure that your wishes become reality? As many people place their assets, such as farms and accumulated wealth, within...

As technology transforms the financial landscape, digital financial literacy is more important than ever. With more consumers using digital tools such as mobile banking apps, digital wallets, and online payments systems, understanding how to navigate...

Data Privacy Day, Security

Many people feel financial drained after the holidays. The start of a new year is the perfect time to shake off the post-holiday financial hangover and set clear, achievable goals that will strengthen your financial future. Small, manageable steps can...

Consumer Tips, Saving Money

Beware of scams asking for cash to "help" a loved one this holiday season. Don't fall for criminals asking you to claim a prize, help a child or grandchild who has been in an accident or is in jail, or gain your inheritance from a long, lost relative. Unfortunately,...

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, Holiday spending, identity theft, prevent fraud, Security, Voice Scams