September 2026

There was a lot of talk a few years ago about the regulatory agencies updating their rules implementing the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

BSA. Q: Our customer brought in a $25,000 check from their deceased mother (non-customer) along with legal documents showing they could cash the check. The customer just wanted to deposit the funds. Our teller cashed the transit check and then deposited the funds into the customer’s account. Our system shows “cash in” and is triggering

Following last year’s transformative year in community banking advocacy, marked by significant tax and regulatory relief …

Caden Harkins did not set out to become a banker. After graduating from college in May 2022, he simply knew he wanted to return home to Montana’s Flathead Valley.

The Threshold of Life Memorial reflects Montana’s strong culture of donation and service. Currently, 86% of Montanans are registered organ donors…

Saturday, September 12
Kirkland Memorial Grove, Spot #18
Tailgate at 11:00 a.m. | Kickoff at 1:00 p.m.

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Montana’s independent bankers gathered in Butte on July 22-24 for a convention that combined timely educational sessions, networking and recreational opportunities.

Wow — what a convention! More than 150 community bankers, associate members, speakers, sponsors and friends joined us in Butte, making the 2026 gathering the largest convention we have ever held in the Mining City.

It is a tremendous honor to serve as president of the Montana Independent Bankers Association. I am grateful for the confidence placed in me by our Board of Directors and member banks…