First Secure Community Bank

05/27/2026

Scammers are master impersonators, and impersonations are at the center of many scams. As technology advances, impersonation scams are harder to detect.

Here are three tips to help protect yourself:

1. Always type in a company’s website address yourself to see if special sales or promo codes are listed there. If not, the website or app you were in is likely fake.

2. You can’t trust caller ID. Reputable banks will never ask you to transfer money to resolve fraud. If something doesn’t seem right, always call your bank directly using the number on the back of your card or account statement.

3. If someone you know says they need money fast, be extra alert. Call them directly on a number you know is theirs. For friends and family, set up a safe word and don’t share it online.

05/18/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our banking centers will be closed on Monday, May 25. Online and mobile banking will be available for your convenience.

05/15/2026

Does most of your mail end up in a pile? Try going paperless by switching to eStatements for a cleaner space and clearer mind!

You can enroll in eStatements while logged in to Mobile or Online Banking on our website. Statement history is stored for up to 18 months.

05/06/2026

Ever heard of “pig butchering”? It’s a sneaky investment scam where scammers spend weeks or months building a friendship or even romantic relationships that feel real. Once you trust them, they promise huge returns and push you to act fast.

How to help protect yourself:
• Always do your own research
• Be skeptical of “guaranteed” profits
• Never send money to someone you haven’t met in person

Treat crypto, Zelle®, checks, wires, cashier’s checks and gift
cards like cash. Once scammers get the money, you
probably won’t get it back.

04/30/2026

Big Plans? Put your home equity to work for you! With a home equity loan or line of credit (HELOC), your financial goals are within reach. Get funds to pay for a variety of expenses.

Meet with a banker to discuss what option would work best for you.

04/20/2026

The reward for information in the case is being provided by Jay Bergman and First Secure Bank Group. Residents with information they believe could lead to a breakthrough in the investigation are asked to contact Will County Crime Stoppers, which will keep their information private and anonymous.

Bergman described himself as “an animal lover” and urged residents with information to come forward to “get this sicko off the streets before he harms a person or animal again.”

To contact Crimestoppers call 800-323-6734 or visit their website at https://crimestoppersofwillcounty.org/.

The Will County State’s Attorney, along with the Sheriff’s Office and Animal Protection Services, is investigating the discovery of six deceased “pitbull-type dogs” that showed signs of torture and dog fighting out of Crete Township.

04/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the business after hours event at our Joliet banking center this evening. It was our pleasure to host the event and we all hope you enjoyed a taste of our multi-award-winning monster mashed potatoes.

04/15/2026

Be cautious of unexpected texts or calls claiming to be from your bank! Scammers can make messages look real and may pressure you to act quickly due to “fraud.”

Here’s the truth: Your bank will never pressure you to move money based on an unexpected text or call.

When in doubt, hang up and call the number on the back of your card. That’s the safest way to confirm.

04/09/2026

Did you catch our local bankers live on the air on WJOL this morning? They provided key insights into the housing market, local business needs and the state of the silver and gold markets.

04/08/2026

This Community Banking Week, we’re proud to spotlight Exquisite Carpet Cleaning, a family-owned business led by Paul Brown that has served the Joliet community for over 20 years and recently expanded to Naples, Florida.

With Paul Brown’s two sons leading the Joliet location and the Florida operation experiencing rapid growth—complete with state-of-the-art equipment—Exquisite Carpet Cleaning continues to raise the bar in service and innovation.

Paul described banking with First Secure Community Bank as “like banking with your own family,” sharing how valued and supported he feels by our team. We’re especially proud of the role Cheryl Bechard played in helping close a critical property deal that protected the future of the business.

Thank you to Exquisite Carpet Cleaning for trusting us as your community banking partner!