Community First Bank of the Heartland

09/04/2026

We’re proud to support Field Grade School and its PTO! 💙

Kathleen Howard, VP at Community First Bank, stopped by this morning to make a donation to help support their students, teachers, and school community.

We’re always happy to invest in the schools and organizations that make our communities stronger! 🏫💙

Member FDIC.

Thank you to Community First Bank of the Heartland for your donation to the Field P.T.O.

09/04/2026

🛡️ Fraud Fighter Friday: Watch Out for Tech Support Scams! 💻

You get a call, email, text, or pop-up warning that there’s a serious problem with your computer. The person claims to be from a well-known technology company and offers to “fix” the issue.

🚨 Don’t fall for it! Tech support scammers often impersonate legitimate companies and try to convince you to:

- Give them remote access to your computer
- Provide passwords or other personal information
- Pay for repairs, software, or services you don’t need
- Send money through unusual payment methods

Protect yourself:
✔️ Don’t give an unexpected caller remote access to your computer.
✔️ Never share passwords, verification codes, or banking information.
✔️ Don’t click links or call phone numbers in unexpected pop-up warnings.
✔️ If you’re concerned about your computer, contact the company directly using a phone number or website you know is legitimate.
✔️ Be suspicious of anyone pressuring you to act or pay immediately.

Remember: A scary computer warning doesn’t always mean there’s a problem—but it may mean there’s a scammer trying to create one.

Stay alert. Stay informed. And keep fighting fraud with CFB! 💙

Member FDIC.

09/03/2026

☀️⛳ Now THAT is dedication to the game!

Our CFB lenders braved the 100-degree heat at today’s annual Rend Lake College Foundation Golf Tournament! 🥵🏌️‍♂️

Despite the hot day on the course, it was a great opportunity to support the Rend Lake College Foundation and the students and programs it serves.

At CFB, we believe strong communities start with investing in the people and organizations that make them better. We’re proud to support opportunities for local students and the future of our region — even when the temperature hits triple digits! 💙⛳

Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

09/02/2026

🇺🇸 Labor Day Closure 🇺🇸

Community First Bank of the Heartland will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen Tuesday, September 8 with regular business hours.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! ❤️🤍💙

Member FDIC.

08/28/2026

Karen and Steve are hard at work today… just with a slightly better view! 😂⛳️

Several of our CFB team members hit the course for the Annual Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing. It’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it! 😉

We’re proud to support the Chamber and the work they do to strengthen our local business community!

08/28/2026

👀 One of the best ways to fight fraud takes less than a minute.

Make it a habit to check your bank account every day. A quick look at your balances and recent transactions can help you spot unauthorized activity early—before it turns into a bigger problem.

With Community First Bank's Digital Banking, it's easy:
📱 Review your account balances anytime, anywhere.
💳 Check your recent transactions in seconds.
🔔 Set up account alerts to receive a text message or email whenever transactions occur, so you'll know about activity on your account as it happens.

Think of it like checking the weather or your email each morning. Start your day with a quick glance at your bank accounts. It's one of the simplest habits you can build to help protect your hard-earned money.

🛡️ The sooner you spot suspicious activity, the sooner you can report it and take action.



Member FDIC.

08/27/2026

⏰ Property Tax Reminder!

Friday, August 28, is the deadline to make your first installment payment for Jefferson County Real Estate Taxes.

🏦 CFB customers may make their property tax payments conveniently at any Community First Bank location.

*Tax payment service is available to CFB customers only.*

Member FDIC.

08/25/2026

🍂🏠 Fall is the perfect time to tackle those home projects!

Whether you’re dreaming of a kitchen update, finishing the basement, refreshing your outdoor space, or checking another project off your list, a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) may help make it happen.

Talk with Karen Pelker or Jared Knapp to learn more about your options and how we can help finance your next home improvement project.

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08/21/2026

Community First Bank is proud to support the Jefferson County Senior Jefferson Co. Senior Saints Hall of Fame with a $250 donation! 💙

The Senior Saints do a wonderful job of recognizing and celebrating the many contributions, generosity, and positive impact of senior citizens throughout Jefferson County. We’re happy to support an organization that honors those who have given so much to our community!

📸 Pictured left to right: Rolland Mays; Jennifer Baum, VP, Community First Bank; Joyce Bardo; David Keen; and Cynthia Armstrong.


Member FDIC.

08/21/2026

💳 When someone tells you there's "only one way to pay"... it's probably a scam.

Scammers don't just ask for money—they tell you exactly how you have to pay. That's because they choose payment methods that are difficult or impossible to recover once the money is sent.

🚩 Be suspicious if you're told the ONLY way to pay is by:
• Bank transfer
• Wire transfer
• Cryptocurrency
• Payment apps
• Gift cards

Whether they're pretending to be your bank, a government agency, a utility company, or even a family member in trouble, their goal is the same: to get your money before you have time to think.

🛑 Pause before you pay.
If someone insists on one specific payment method, take it as a major red flag. Contact the business or organization directly using a phone number or website you know is legitimate before sending any money.

🛡️ The best defense against fraud is slowing down and verifying first.



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