First State Bank and Trust

06/02/2026

Last week, Lisa delivered diapers and sleepers through the Second Stork program to Lakeview Hospital - Stillwater, MN

This incredible program helps provide essential care items to families with newborns, ensuring parents have a little extra support when they need it most. Lisa is now one of Second Stork's volunteer delivery drivers!

We're grateful for the opportunity to support such a meaningful local initiative and help make a difference for families in our community.

05/28/2026

What a fanstastic second cash mob of the season! We enjoyed seeing all your support towards Son's Deli! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for some fantastic sandwiches! Be sure to follow along to see where we mob next!

05/26/2026

Last week, we hosted another amazing Empower event.

Hearing from our three incredible panelists was both inspiring and meaningful. Each story shared carried lessons of growth, resilience, leadership, and the importance of lifting others up along the way. Their honesty and wisdom created a space where connection felt genuine and encouragement felt lasting. Thank you, Samantha, Jen and Valerie!

At FSBT, Empower is about celebrating the voices, experiences, and potential of women in our communities and workplaces.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event so impactful. We’re grateful for the conversations, the connections, and the community we continue to build together.

05/22/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th as we remember and pay tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

Wishing you a safe Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

🏃‍♀️ First State Bank and Trust is proud to sponsor Run Stillwater alongside Valley Agencies, Inc.!

Run Stillwater brings incredible events, community spirit, and scenic races to the St. Croix Valley while supporting local nonprofits and showcasing the beauty of our area. We’re honored to support an organization that values community, service, and connection.

The first event of the season is the Stillwater Half Marathon on May 23rd — we look forward to cheering on all the runners!

05/20/2026

Today we presented “Identifying and Avoiding Scams” at Community Thread in Bayport- Attendees learned how to spot various scams and protect themselves from the scam cycle. We are a participant in the American Bankers Association safe banking for seniors program. We were happy to get out and spread the word on various scams and how to avoid them.

05/20/2026

First State Bank and Trust has been nominated in the Stillwater Gazette Choice Awards in FIVE categories:
• Mortgage Lender - Broker
• Accounting/CPA
• Bank
• Banking & Financial Customer Service
• Place To Work

Please consider casting your vote for us each day now through May 24!
Link to vote: https://tinyurl.com/2hjrrk6m

05/20/2026

Only 9 spots left!

Join First State Bank and Trust tomorrow morning from 8:00–10:00 AM for an empowering Women’s Breakfast & Leadership Panel featuring three incredible leaders sharing real-world insights on leadership, confidence, and creating balance in life and work.

Enjoy breakfast and networking followed by an engaging discussion designed to inspire meaningful conversations and help build financial confidence.

🎤 Featured Panelists:
⭐ Jen Bertsch – Founder of LeadWell Consulting
⭐ Samantha Bluhm – Top 10 Visionary Coach & Leadership Expert
⭐ Valerie Cady – Owner of Winnow & Spruce Organizing

Whether you're looking to grow personally, professionally, or financially, this event offers practical tools, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections in a welcoming environment.

Sign up below!

Join First State Bank and Trust for a women’s breakfast and panel with three leaders sharing their insights.