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About 20 miles outside of Lincoln, nestled in the Southeast corner of Lancaster County and a mile north of Gage County, lies the town of Firth. With a little over 400 people and 218 acres, this small town has a tight-knit community, rich history, and a bright future.   Frank Russell Firth Firth was named in […]

This month’s Heart of a Hero nominee values family, community, and helping others any chance she gets. Megan McMeen, an RN at Superior Family Medical Center and Superior Public Schools, dedicates all of her time to helping and caring for others. Megan was born and raised in Superior, left to attend nursing school, and returned […]

With tax refunds and stimulus checks hitting your bank account, you may find yourself with extra cash. Whether you decide to go all-in paying down debt or split it a few different ways, it’s best to have a plan of action. At Farmers & Merchants Bank, we’re always here to be your neighbor that offers […]

A new year brings with it new possibilities. Ready to make 2021 the best it can be for your finances? Check out this month’s Smart Money newsletter for some helpful tips.

Happy holidays to you and yours! Make sure you’ve handled all your financial must-dos by year’s end, and learn how to stay home for the holidays while you handle your most important banking transactions.

This month’s Heart of a Hero winner gives much of his time to developing youth and the agriculture industry in his community. Philip Simpson of Burwell serves as an agriculture educator for Burwell Public Schools, and the advisor for the local Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter. A dedicated chapter leader, Philip puts in countless […]

  Popcorn Day is back — this time with a twist! To show our gratitude for banking with us, we’re handing out popcorn every Friday in September, but that’s not all.  You can also enter a raffle for a chance to win these items:  Nebraska Football Tickets YETI® Roadie Coolers FMB swag There are two […]

Lifetime resident of Superior, Elmer Rempe, has been nominated by Randy Rhoads as this month’s “Heart of a Hero.” Not just one act of kindness can be traced back to Elmer. In fact, it’s because of his lifelong contributions to the community that he stands out among all who know him. “I’ve watched Elmer my […]

By Larry Miller Hey, teens, tweens (and parents, too)! More often than not, networking on social media is a safe, fun, engaging way to connect with friends­­. Sometimes, though, you can run into circumstances that may leave you feeling confused or like you’re no longer in control. That’s serious when it comes to your finances––and […]

We honor nurse practitioner April Dexter for championing quality health care in our rural communities! April was recently reappointed by Governor Pete Ricketts to Nebraska’s Rural Health Advisory Commission, made up of 13 members from across the state. Some of the Commission’s efforts include establishing state-designated health care shortage areas and awarding rural student loans […]