FARMERS STATE BANK NAMED SMALL BUSINESS LENDER OF THE YEAR

The Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corp. (CDC), has named Farmers State Bank of Mentone Small Business Lender of the Year.Thirty Indiana banks competed for the award that goes to the lending institution that generates the largest volume of loans with Indiana Statewide CDC as a percentage of bank deposits.In fiscal 2008,ending September 30,Indiana Statewide CDC approved 49 loans for $23 million and funded 55 loans for $33 million. OPEN YOUR FARMERS STATE BANK BUSINESS FREE CHECKING TODAY!!!!!! NO minimum deposit to open NO monthly maintenance fee NO minimum balance requirements First order of checks FREE NO charge for the first 225 items per month .35 per each additional item FREE internet banking with FREE bill pay option FREE debit card FREE telephone banking FARMERS STATE BANK---we are safe,strong and secure--with the free checking account you have been waiting for...ALL THE GOOD THINGS!!!!!! Visit one of our local friendly branches today!!!!