The Bluffton Farmers Market is approaching the start of its summer season, which runs from the first Saturday in May through the last Saturday in October. Market manager Greg Probst recently held a meeting with prospective vendors and provided the attached vendor agreement.
The venue for vendors of locally grown produce and cottage foods is located in the Citizens National Bank parking lot at 102 S. Main. Market rules and regulations specify that the market is limited to “fresh, high-quality fruits, vegetables, herbs, cut flowers, bedding plants, potted plants, and other agricultural products.” It also specifies that “All home-produced products (jams, jellies, baked goods, etc.) must comply with all State of Ohio cottage foods rules.”
The Independent Community Bankers Association® (ICBA) has announced that Citizens National Bank President/CEO Eric Faulkner will once again be serving on the Bank Innovation & Solutions Committee. As the nation’s voice for community banks, ICBA’s sole focus is ensuring community banks and the customers they serve continue to flourish. By participating in one of its leadership committees, Faulkner ensures CNB has a voice at the national level.
PANDORA – The Board of Directors of First National Bank has officially named Brendon Matthews as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the bank. Matthews has been serving as President of the bank since May, 2024. He succeeds Todd Mason who is retiring after 22 years at First National Bank and 40 years as a community banker. Mason will remain as a director on the board.
CNB celebrates with Community Shred Days and fraud prevention education
The month of April is recognized as National Community Banking Month. Citizens National Bank will be providing fraud education as part of its campaign this year.
In 2024, 62 million Americans experienced credit card fraud, with unauthorized purchases exceeding $6.2 billion annually. Sixty-three percent of US credit card holders have been victimized by fraud, some multiple times, and Citizens continues to see increased cases in its own customer base.
