Say Goodbye to Paper Checks! Federal Payments Are Going Digital
08/29/2025
Starting September 30, 2025, the U.S. Treasury will stop issuing paper checks for federal payments, requiring recipients to switch to secure, faster electronic options like direct deposit. This change improves efficiency, reduces fraud risks, and ensures reliable access to federal benefits.
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Mankato Area Foundation Receives $30,000 grant from FHLB of Des Moines and Pioneer Bank
07/25/2025
Pioneer Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines have awarded a $30,000 Member Impact Fund grant to Mankato Area Foundation to support youth, healthcare, and arts-related initiatives in the greater Mankato area.
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Greater Mankato Area United Way receives $85,000 grant from FHLB of Des Moines and Pioneer Bank through the Member Impact Fund
07/11/2025
Greater Mankato Area United Way receives $85,000 grant from Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines and Pioneer Bank through the Member Impact Fund.
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What You Need to Know About the North Star Promise Scholarship
07/07/2025
The North Star Promise program makes college more affordable by covering tuition and fees at Minnesota public institutions for eligible students from low- to middle-income families.
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Summer Home Improvement Projects (and how a HELOC Can Help You Get Them Done)
07/02/2025
A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can help you tackle summer home improvement projects with flexible financing and competitive rates.
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