Bank Briefs

Shredding Confidential Papers: Where, Why, and How

We want to help keep personal documents private, so we are offering a FREE shred event for our communities!

Enhanced Online Banking Security Features Update

First Security has implemented additional security features for online banking enrollment and certain online banking tools, and we want you to be prepared.

Drive-Up Changes Planned for September 16th, 2024

First Security values innovation. The bank embraces new ideas and approaches to doing business, and that also includes being open to change. In 2015, a major change for First Security employees and their customers was the implementation of ITMs, otherwise known as Video Banking. Now in 2024, traffic at First Security’s remaining two drive-up windows in Charles City and Hampton will be redirected to the bank’s Video Banking lanes. This change will be implemented on September 16th.

June 2024 Flood Impacts

Flooding in Charles City has impacted First Security in some ways. Read on to learn more and get the latest updates.

Multi-Factor Authentication is Here!

First Security has employed multi-factor authentication for mobile and online banking.

Progress: A Year in Review at First Security

Looking ahead to 2024, First Security is committed to maintaining its focus on providing accessible financing to support farmers, businesses, and residents in the communities it serves. Additionally, the bank is dedicated to offering a secure and reliable place for individuals to deposit their funds.

Video Banking: Go Beyond Banker's Hours

For 120 years, First Security has embraced new ideas and approaches to doing business. One unconventional way of doing business, at least in terms of “banker’s hours,” is First Security’s expanded hours of service.

Contactless Debit Cards Are Here!

First Security now provides a safer and more convenient way to pay with contactless debit cards.

Bank Announces Changes in Leadership

The First Security Bank & Trust Board of Directors announced at their December 2023 meeting that Kurt Herbrechtsmeyer had been elected Chairman of the Board and Brad Miller, who has been the bank’s Chief Financial Officer since 2021, had been promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1st, 2024. Brad will also be joining the bank’s Board of Directors.

Business Hours Altered Due to Winter Weather

First Security alters business hours due to dangerous winter conditions.