General FAQs

Blackhawk Bank is becoming First Mid Bank & Trust

The following Frequently Asked Questions address some general questions about the transition from Blackhawk Bank to First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid).

Who is First Mid?

First Mid Bank & Trust (known to many as “First Mid”) was established in 1865 and has grown to become an $8.0 billion community-focused financial organization. We provide financial services including banking, insurance, wealth management, brokerage, and ag services through a network of locations in Illinois, Missouri, Texas, and two loan production offices in Indianapolis and Bloomington, Indiana. 

Backed with a long history of strength and security, First Mid continues to provide innovative financial products and services designed to meet customers’ needs, while helping communities prosper and grow. In addition to maintaining the Bauer Financial Five Star rating and being a Financial Industries Top Workplace, we have also received other notable recognitions and awards over the years across our three lines of business.

When will Blackhawk Bank become First Mid?

The scheduled date for system conversion is at close of business on Friday, December 1, 2023. To accommodate the conversion of accounts to First Mid, Blackhawk banking centers will close at the following times (all times are Central Time):

DateBlackhawk LocationClosing Time
Friday, Dec 1St Charles12:00 p.m.
McHenry4:00 p.m.
Janesville4:00 p.m.
Remaining Locations6:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 2All Blackhawk LocationsClosed

Will I be able to bank at other First Mid locations?

Yes. You will be able to transact business at any First Mid location beginning Monday, December 4, 2023. Click here to find all First Mid banking centers. 

Will my bank maintain a personal touch?

Absolutely!   When you walk into your First Mid banking center you will see many of the same familiar faces who have always greeted you. First Mid is dedicated to supporting the development and activities of each community while providing you with the personal attention you deserve.

Will bank hours remain the same?

Hours at the new First Mid locations will remain the same.

LocationLobby HoursDrive Up Hours
BELOIT – Downtown
400 Broad Street
Beloit, WI 53511
608-364-8911
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
BELOIT – East
2200 Cranston Road
Beloit, WI 53511
608-364-8900
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
BELVIDERE
2141 N State Street
Belvidere, IL 61008
815-544-0777
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
JANESVILLE
2525 Milton Avenue, Suite 100
Janesville, WI 53545
608-314-0084
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
MACHESNEY PARK
9609 Forest Hills Road
Machesney Park, IL 61115
815-639-0777
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
McHENRY
3814 West Elm Street
McHenry, IL 60050
815-385-5400
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
ROCKFORD- 11th Street
3101 11th Street
Rockford, IL 61109
815-986-7174
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
ROCKFORD – Perryville
2475 N Perryville Road
Rockford, IL 61107
815-636-4371
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
ROSCOE 
5506 Clayton Circle
Roscoe, IL 61073
815-623-3323
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
ST CHARLES
460 South First Street
St Charles, IL 60174
630-443-3981
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday
Closed
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
Closed

Beginning Monday, December 4, 2023, normal Customer Support hours will  be:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (CT)
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  (CT)
877-888-5629

Immediately following conversion weekend, 
Customer Support hours will temporarily be extended
to 7:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. 

Will there be any changes in bank services?

First Mid offers many of the same products and services offered by Blackhawk Bank. First Mid offers traditional deposit and lending services along with a full line of wealth management services, agricultural services, and insurance.