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Blackhawk Bank Conversion

First Mid is excited to welcome Blackhawk Bank customers and employees to the First Mid family. As of December 1, 2023, the completion of the Blackhawk Bank conversion will expand our footprint with an additional 10 banking centers in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We will have a total of ...read more

First Mid Earns 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. (First Mid) is proud to announce it has earned two 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards, just a few months after receiving the prestigious 2023 Top Workplaces Industry award. The awards are determined by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that builds and brands employers of choice. The Top ...read more

Fraud Education – Holiday Shopping Scams

The holiday season brings joy and merriment along with the hustle and bustle of gift shopping. Restaurants are packed with friends and family get-togethers and stores are filled with busy shoppers. Unfortunately, scammers get busy during the holidays, too. In recent years, online shopping has represented a significant percentage of ...read more

The Dos and Don’ts of Holiday Online Shopping

During the holiday season, many consumers choose the convenience of doing their shopping online rather than making a trip to brick and mortar retail stores. Although online shopping has its advantages, it can also pose a potential risk for scams, including identity theft. Identity theft is when a cybercriminal takes ...read more

Save Ahead for Next Year’s Holiday Expenses!

We understand that as the holidays approach, your shopping list may be longer than you planned. If you need help saving for holiday expenses, we have an account designed to make that easier. Avoid the stress of holiday spending next year when you open a Christmas Club account with as little ...read more

Fall Home Cleaning Checklist

At First Mid, we have a Fall Home Cleaning List to help you check off the household chores you should complete during the fall season. Inside your house: • Wash all windows • Clean blinds and window treatments • Clean walls • Spot-clean upholstered furniture • Wipe down kitchen cabinets • Dust the refrigerator • Clean carpets • Declutter ...read more

Medicare Annual Enrollment Period 2023

If you need help understanding your Medicare Options, join us at one of our upcoming Medicare Options seminars. First Mid Insurance Group will be hosting free seminars beginning in October and continuing through December in the following communities: This is an opportunity to receive the important information to help you make ...read more

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaboration between government and private industry to raise awareness about digital security and empower everyone to protect their personal data from digital forms of crime. The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) work together to provide information about staying safe online ...read more