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Volunteer Spotlight – 2024 Top Volunteers

As a community-focused financial organization, First Mid encourages volunteerism and giving back to local organizations and causes. In 2024, team members recorded over 22,000 volunteer hours, showcasing their dedication to making a positive impact. Each year, First Mid recognizes its top five volunteers for their outstanding contributions. These individuals are given ...read more

Do You Need a Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit?

Not sure whether a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit (HELOC) is right for you? Mat Reynolds, SVP, Director of Consumer Lending and Credit Cards, breaks down the differences between home equity loans and HELOCs. What are home equity loans and HELOCs?According to Reynolds, there are two ...read more

First Mid Earns Prestigious Top Workplaces USA Award for 2025

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. (First Mid) is proud to announce it has earned a 2025 Top Workplaces USA award. Marking the second consecutive year the organization has received this national recognition, the award reflects First Mid’s commitment to fostering a workplace culture where employees feel engaged, valued, and empowered to ...read more

Spring Home Cleaning Checklist

At First Mid, we have a Spring Home Cleaning Checklist to help you tackle all the essential household chores for the season. Download and print our checklist to make your spring cleaning a breeze! Inside Your Home: Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures Wipe down lightbulbs Sweep out the fireplace and store any unused ...read more

Volunteer Spotlight – Johnette Mitchell

First Mid is honored to recognize Johnette Mitchell, Treasury Management Relationship Manager in Decatur, IL, as our Volunteer Spotlight for March 2025. Johnette is committed to supporting local community organizations through volunteerism, consistently demonstrating our core values. What causes are you passionate about supporting through volunteerism? I am deeply passionate about ...read more

Fraud Education: Customer Impersonation Scam

We’ve all seen articles, social media posts, and newsletters about identity theft. When most people hear the term identity theft, they often think of a fraudster acquiring a person’s Social Security number and other identifying information to open a credit card or obtain a loan in the victim’s name. However, ...read more

Volunteer Spotlight – Katie King

First Mid is honored to recognize Katie King, Farm Manager with First Mid Ag Services in Springfield, IL, as our Volunteer Spotlight for February 2025. Katie is committed to supporting local community organizations through volunteerism, consistently demonstrating our core values. What causes are you passionate about supporting through volunteerism? I am ...read more

Are You Financially Prepared to Purchase a Home?

Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone but requires careful financial preparation. Here are seven essential steps to ensure you're financially ready for this significant investment. 1. Create a BudgetThe first step in preparing to buy a home is establishing a realistic budget. Consider all potential expenses, including the mortgage, insurance, ...read more

Volunteer Spotlight – Samantha Lewis

First Mid is honored to recognize Samantha Lewis, Merchant Financing Specialist, as our Volunteer Spotlight for January 2025. Samantha is committed to supporting local community organizations through volunteerism, consistently demonstrating our core values. What causes are you passionate about supporting through volunteerism? I’m passionate about supporting causes that uplift individuals in ...read more