FNBT Opens Loan Production Office in Janesville

Beloit, WI, April 29, 2021 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) marked the opening of its new Loan Production Office (LPO) in Janesville, Wisconsin with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Forward Janesville ambassadors and community representatives joined FNBT executives and employees on Wednesday, April 28 for the ribbon-cutting event officially opening the LPO located at 101 East Milwaukee Street, Suite 203. This office … Read More

Cornerstone Credit Union Awards Four Scholarships to Local Students

FREEPORT, IL – Cornerstone Credit Union is proud to announce the outstanding recipients of their 2021 Founders’ Scholarships: Reese Coon, Freeport High School; Amy Ziegler, Sterling High School; Matthew Ifert, Eastland High School; and Kirsten Frautschy, Orangeville High School. Each winner received an $1,250 award. “Education is the key to a successful future, which is why Cornerstone Credit Union is … Read More

Rob Morrison to Provide Insight about Client Experience and Business

ROCKFORD, Ill. (April 30, 2021) – Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Rob Morrison with Savant Wealth Management will be a panelist for RIA Insights Panels: Live Webinar Series discussing how client experience can be a true differentiator in business. The virtual panel discussion is set for 4:00 p.m. EST on May 6. Savant, a nationally recognized, fee-only wealth management firm that provides comprehensive financial advice to individuals, families, … Read More

BHS ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL VACCINE CLINIC DATES

BELOIT, WI. (April 21, 2021) — BHS currently provides the Moderna Vaccine, which is for individuals age 18 years and older. To see if you are eligible, please review: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/vaccine-about.htm Please be aware the vaccine will be provided by appointment only. The vaccine is being administered at no cost to the patient. Vaccines For Those Eligible will be offered on … Read More

MATT BRICK CELEBRATES 15 YEARS WITH FOREST CITY GEAR

ROSCOE, IL (April 21, 2021) – Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine and medium pitch custom gears, is proud to celebrate Matt Brick’s 15-year anniversary with the company. Brick, a Gear Hobbing Set-up Technician, joined the Forest City Gear family in 2006. He is a highly skilled CNC gear hobbing machinist with experience in CNC machine operations. During his 15 … Read More

Edward Jones Ranks Highest in Investor Satisfaction, According to J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study(SM)

Financial services firm Edward Jones ranks highest in investor satisfaction with full-service brokerage firms, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Full-Service Investor Satisfaction Study(SM), the firm announced. The study measures overall investor satisfaction with 24 full-service investment firms based on seven factors including product offerings; problem resolution; convenience; digital experience; financial advisors; value; and trust. The firm scored 770 … Read More

Savant Wealth Management Releases Evidence-Based Investing Learning Center

ROCKFORD, Ill. (April 8, 2021) – Savant Wealth Management, a nationally recognized, fee-only wealth management firm headquartered in Rockford, announced it has developed a suite of multi-media education tools on the concept of Evidence-Based Investing (EBI) to help investors become more educated on the topic. Given the rise in internet and video consumption this past year, Savant is launching this initiative to … Read More

Edward Jones Recognized for Training Excellence for 21st Consecutive Year Financial services firm continues to rank high as list becomes more exclusive

Financial services firm Edward Jones once again has been named a top company for training. The firm ranked No. 19 on Training magazine’s 2021 newly rebranded Training Top 100 list, up six spots from last year in its 21st consecutive year on this prestigious list, according to Lea Evers, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Roscoe. In lieu of its traditional black-tie … Read More

GET MONEY SMART WITH FREE VIRTUAL WEBINARS APRIL 10-17

This year, due to the pandemic, Money Smart Week (MSW), an annual program to promote financial literacy for all communities, will offer virtual events nationwide. Virtual Money Smart Week 2021 will be held April 10-17, 2021; all programs are Free and open to the public. Virtual MSW 2021 will focus on one daily “Money Smart” theme. Content will be provided … Read More

BHS ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL DATES: VACCINE DISTRIBUTION ELIGIBILITY EXPANDED CRITERIA

BELOIT, WI. (April 1, 2021) — Governor Tony Evers, with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), has announced that everyone age 16 and over will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5, 2021. Wisconsin currently leads the nation in being one of the most efficient vaccinators in the country. To see if you are eligible, please review: … Read More