Better Banks Astoria

10/15/2026

💜💚🏈 GO SOUTH FULTON REBELS!!! 🏈💚💜

The South Fulton Rebels are headed to the playoffs for the first time since 2014 after a 6-2 season that includes six straight wins.

https://www.25newsnow.com/2026/10/14/small-fulton-county-school-making-history-big-way/

10/14/2026

Make sure to stop by the Astoria Public Library to secure your tree or snowflake!

10/14/2026

We're kicking off Socktober! Give the gift of warmth this month by donating new socks to the Children's Home Association of Illinois. You can donate at any of our locations throughout October, including at the drive-up.🧦

Learn more: https://www.betterbanks.com/socktober

09/29/2026

🎉 Astoria High School Student of the Month — September 🎉

Congratulations to Kynley Mitchell, Astoria High School’s Student of the Month for September!

Kynley is the daughter of Kara Bent and Shaun Mitchell. During her high school career, she has been actively involved in volleyball, basketball, track, Art Club, Environmental Club, FCCLA, Student Council, and Rebel Pride. She has also earned a spot on the High Honor Roll, serves as President of NHS, and is class secretary.

After high school, Kynley plans to pursue her doctorate in physical therapy and specialize in orthopedics in a hospital setting.

Jessica Shawgo, Consumer Lender at Better Banks, is pictured presenting Kynley with her gift from Better Banks.

Way to go, Kynley! We are proud of you! 👏🏐🏀🎨📚

09/23/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Jessica for finishing 1st Place in the Women’s Division at the Astoria Autism Firecracker 5K Saturday!

Be sure to keep your eyes open for more upcoming community events—we hope to see you there!

We want to congratulate the winners of this morning's 5K: Jackson Sager and Jessica Shawgo! We have more pictures to post and will do so after Homecoming has come to an end. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and thank you to everyone who came out to participate and donated their time. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

09/19/2026

Dunk Tank complete! ✅

09/19/2026

We had a great time in the Astoria Homecoming Parade this morning.

Make sure to visit the dunk tank at 2 to try and dunk Jessica!

09/17/2026

💦🎯 WHO WANTS TO DUNK JESSICA?! 🎯💦

It’s your chance to take a shot at Jessica Shawgo in the dunk tank at the Astoria Homecoming this Saturday! 😂

🎯 Take your aim

💦 Make your splash

📚 Support your library!

100% of the proceeds go to the Friends of the Astoria Public Library! ❤️

Bring your friends, bring your best throwing arm, and come see if YOU can send Jessica into the tank! 😜

🐶 Puppy not included. Jessica is. 😂

Come on out and DUNK JESSICA for a good cause! 💦🎉