Bank Hits Home Run with State Softball Donation

As the Algona Bulldogs made their second appearance in a row with a trip to the 2020 Girls State Softball Tournament, Iowa State Bank proudly announces their donation of $1,800 to the AHS athletic program following the sales of playoff t-shirts.

"We're pleased that we could make a donation to support the Bulldogs int heir second trip to the state softball tournament while promoting school spirit," remarked Iowa State Bank President Tom Van Overbeke. "The community purchased 200 t-shirts...

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It’s important to have the right tools to succeed in school, and that is why Iowa State Bank is sponsoring a School Supply Drive for the 2020-2021 school year to benefit the Ruthven-Ayrshire Schools. The drive will give children necessary school supplies to start the school year off on the right foot.  Iowa State Bank asks for your help in making this donation drive as successful as possible.

Bring new, unopened school supplies or cash donations for the Ruthven-Ayrshire Schools...

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An unfortunate side effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been high numbers of people filing unemployment claims. While unemployment insurance exists to help people manage difficult financial situations, it can also be a target for cybercriminals to commit fraud. Consider these tips to avoid becoming a victim of what’s known as unemployment imposter fraud.      

If You’ve Been Victimized …

A consumer may learn...

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Are Electronic Signatures Safe to Use?

In today’s world, you’ve probably been asked to use an electronic signature for a job application, a car loan or even a home loan. New technology often yields new questions about safety and security. Here are some basics about electronic signatures to help you feel more comfortable with their usage:

Updated July 10, 2020

We’ve missed you during the last few weeks as the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted our families, communities and our way of life. We’re sharing with you how we are re-opening our offices in this new environment to serve you, in person, once again. Appointments are appreciated.

Here is a quick look at our office hours:

Due to an upgrade to our Online Banking services, users may see a message displayed upon log-in stating, “To log in to your online banking account, please visit your financial institution’s website.” This message is a valid message. Some users may have saved a direct link to online banking that bypasses our website. To ensure that our customers have access to the most up-to-date enhancements and security, users will be re-directed to our website (BankISB.com) for log-in purposes....

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As world leaders continue to address the novel coronavirus pandemic, the likelihood that cybercriminals will use the public’s concern over the situation in cyber scams increases. To help educate consumers, use these six tips on how to spot cyber scams.           

How to Protect Yourself From Coronavirus Scams

Consider taking the following steps when receiving communications regarding the coronavirus: