Facebook…Blah!

Posted by on June 20, 2011 · 7 Comments 

For years now I have been encouraged, dared and downright harassed to join Facebook. On occasion, I get an invitation to be a “friend” and each time I refuse. At first, I had specific reasons for not joining, which I will explain, but then it almost became a challenge for people to see who could talk me into this social phenomenon, so I stood my ground to be stubborn. The truth has a few layers. First, the number of truly close friends I have, I can count on one hand.... Read More

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Happy Father’s Day!

Posted by on June 17, 2011 · 1 Comment 

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there.  Have a great weekend.  Read More

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Our Employees Shine!

Posted by on June 15, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Sherri Roach is the April Shining Star!  Sherri is the Manager for the Loan Department and she was nominated for a couple of reasons. First Teamwork; Sherri never hesitates to help the branches whether it is opening a branch or pulling a cash drawer; she is there. Sherri also fills in for her immediate supervisor when she is off doing other things; she makes sure that all business issues are addressed keeping our members and future members happy which builds great relationships.... Read More

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Inflation

Posted by on June 8, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of the end of April 2011, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for all urban consumers increased 3.2% over the last 12 months.  Now I’m not quite sure who these, “all urban consumers” are or where they live, but I’d like to find out because I can assure you my cost of living has increased much more than 3.2%.  So, why does the rate of inflation stated by the government never seem to accurately reflect the rate of inflation in... Read More

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Who to Believe?

Posted by on June 1, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

“I wanted to talk a little more about our DEBIT INTERCHANGE issue with the retailers.”  Read my last blog to get caught up on the main issues, so this note will be kept short…well, shorter. The power brokers in congress have taken up sides and SPIN is the name of the game. Depending upon who is speaking, it’s about those greedy BigBanks or BigRetailers (choose one) who’s behind all this. (Okay, so I’m a little guilty myself; but I’m right. Right?) My best advice... Read More

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