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BGHS Football apparel
State Playoff & Championship Apparel Sales Score Donation for BGHS Football

The Bishop Garrigan Golden Bears football team received a donation of $6,952 after claiming the 8‑player state championship, thanks to the generosity of Iowa State Bank.   Since 2018, Iowa State Bank of Algona has supported local schools by contributing...

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Bishop Garrigan High School, community relations

Financial make-over in 2026
Give Your Finances a Make-Over in 2026

With the start of the new year, now is the time to give your finances a make-over with these tips: Refresh your budget -- Take a good look at your budget and decide what needs to be updated. Examine all debts and expenses, as well as amounts you want...

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Saving Money

Build and maintain good credit
Build & Maintain Good Credit in the New Year

If you're looking to the new year as a time to build better credit habits, consider these tips, courtesy of the Independent Community Bankers of America. Open a checking account and keep track of your balance to help establish a credit history. Use...

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Red, White & Blue Christmas
Red, White & Blue Christmas

The colors of Christmas are everywhere—bright red bows, sparkling white snow, and twinkling lights that warm our hearts. This year, Iowa State Bank added a new color to the holiday palette: a proud military blue, honoring the brave men and women...

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Iowa National Guard

Protect Yourself from Fraud this Holiday Season
Protect Yourself from Fraud this Holiday Season

The holiday season is a busy time for everyone—including fraudsters. While you're shopping for gifts and enjoying the festivities, it's important to stay alert. Scammers don’t take time off, and the rush of holiday spending can make...

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Beware of scams, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, Safety, Security

Don't Let Santa's Wish List Break Your Budget
Don’t Let Santa’s Wish List Break Your Budget

When it comes to holiday spending, make the most of Santa’s wish list this Christmas: Plan ahead to avoid impulse purchases that may result in overspending or excessive gifts. Know the spending game. Research prices and upcoming sales events,...

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recap your financial year
Recap Your Financial Year & Plan for the Next

With the end of 2025 drawing near, it’s a great time to look back at spending patterns and habits, review savings and investments, make a plan for paying off debt, and set financial goals for the upcoming year. By taking a few simple steps at the...

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Support small business and shop local
Support Small Business & Shop Local

This holiday season, Iowa State Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are urging consumers to keep their spending local by shopping with community-owned businesses this holiday season. Supporting local businesses can make a big...

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Beware of Holiday Scams
Don't Let Scammers Steal Your Joy this Season

Iowa State Bank urges consumers to use extra caution online this holiday season. Scammers take advantage of unique opportunities during the holiday season to defraud consumers.  These involve phishing emails, charity scams, delivery scams and travel...

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Beware of scams, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, protect identity, Safety

Ruthven Sharing Tree
Sharing Tree Grows in Ruthven

Iowa State Bank’s Christmas tradition continues to grow as the Sharing Tree returns to the lobby of Iowa State Bank in Ruthven beginning November 20. Area residents are invited to make Christmas special through this gift program for residents at...

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community relations, Donations, Ruthven Care Center Communities, Sharing Tree