Peoples Bank & Trust Announces Seven Employees Promotions in Bank Operations and Consumer Banking Departments
Pana, Ill. – May 19, 2026 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce the promotion of six key employees serving in the Consumer Banking Department and one in Operations. “We are proud to have such a strong and dedicated team serving our customers and communities each day. Their talent and experience play an…
Read More 2025 was People First Bancshares Inc.’s Best Year
Pana, Ill. – May 28, 2026– People First Bancshares Inc., held its annual meeting at Peoples Bank & Trust in Pana, IL. During the meeting, the Board of Directors elected directors and discussed the organization’s performance over the past year. In 2025, the Company recorded an $11 million increase in gross loan volume to $424…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Contributes $5000 to Support Pana Pump Track and Skate Park Initiative
Pana, Ill. – May 13, 2026 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that it recently made a donation of $5,000 to the Pana Pump Track and Skate Park initiative, a community-driven project designed to create a new space for youth recreation, activity and connection. “Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to be…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Contributes to ALAH Fine Arts Boosters Club
Peoples Bank & Trust recently contributed $500 to the Arthur-Lovingston-Atwood-Hammond Fine Arts Boosters to help purchase a new equipment trailer for the Band. Dawn Boddy, AVP Consumer Banking, presented the check to Katey Custer, Board President. The mission of the ALAH Fines Arts Boosters is to bring parents, community and Fine Arts staff together with…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Recognizes Director Celebrating 30 Years of Service and Other Employee Milestones
Pana, Ill. – March 25, 2026 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to recognize seven employees who are all celebrating milestone work anniversaries. Michael E. Beyers, 30 years of dedicated service to the People First Bancshares and Peoples Bank & Trust Board of Directors, Josh Shallenberger, 5 years of service to the Board, Sholeen…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Welcomes New AVP Business Banking to Altamont Branch
Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Justin Richards has joined the Altamont branch as Assistant Vice President of Business Banking. With more than 17 years of banking experience, Richards brings his vast experience in building relationships and customer commitment to his new position. John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank &…
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Heather Gauna Joins Peoples Bank & Trust Consumer Department
Peoples Bank & Trust Welcomes New AVP Consumer Banking to Charleston Branch Pana, Ill. – January 14, 2026 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Heather Gauna has joined the Charleston branch as Assistant Vice President of Consumer Banking. With more than 25 years of customer service experience and six years of…
Read More Peoples Bank & Trust Donates to CCYMCA Capital Campaign and Sustaining Drive
Pana, Ill. – January 13, 2026 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that it recently donated $5,000 to the Christian County YMCA Capital Campaign and $1000 to the Strong Kids Sustaining Drive. John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank & Trust stated, “We are proud to be partnering with and supporting…
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Julie Leyva-Sanchez joins Peoples Bank & Trust Consumer Department
Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Julie Leyva-Sanchez recently joined the bank as the new Assistant Vice President, Consumer Banking for the Arcola Branch. With an extensive background Leyva-Sanchez brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the bank’s customer service team. John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank & Trust…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Donates $7,000 to White Hall Healthy Hoops Project
– Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that it recently donated $7,000 to assist with the final construction costs and completion of the “Healthy Hoops” project being led by the White Hall Park Board. The goal of the project is to bring a full-size basketball court to Whiteside Park. Peoples Bank & Trust…
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