October 15-21

Bankers in the News

Renen Sahr, RVR Bank | Fremont, received the Midland University 10 Under 10 Award. This award recognizes graduates from the last decade who have demonstrated outstanding professional success and significant commitment to their communities. He is a Financial Advisor and President of RVR Wealth.
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Chasity Shoemaker, Great Plains State Bank | O’Neill, celebrated five years with the bank.

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Banks in the News

First State Bank Nebraska | Lincoln, has finalized its purchase of Community State Bank in Colon and Cedar Bluffs.

FNBO | Omaha, participated in OMA x AI on Oct. 7. The day-long conference explored how artificial intelligence can strengthen the city’s workforce, drive innovation and expand opportunity. Erin Saxby from the bank presented on “Redefining Possible: How AI Creates Agency” and explained how the bank uses generative AI to augment employee expertise rather than replace it.

Nebraska State Bank & Trust | Broken Bow, and other local businesses helped sponsor the Broken Bow Public Library’s new StoryWalk at Melham Park. The library celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 15.

NebraskaLand Bank | North Platte, partnered with Kids Klub to host a National Lights On Afterschool event last week. The bank also served approximately 600 hot dogs and hamburgers to attendees. All proceeds from the event will directly support Kids Klub.

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Bankers on the Move

Recent Hires:

• Eathan Fernandez, Lincoln Federal Savings Bank | Omaha, mortgage loan officer
• Mark McGregor, Commercial State Bank | Elkhorn, vice president

Promotions:

• Gage Clifton, Cornerstone Bank | Orchard, loan officer
• Dalton Rotherham, Cornerstone Bank | Clearwater, loan officer