August 19, 2019
This collection of positive news about credit unions and their activities is assembled from a variety of sources on the Internet and from credit union submissions. Note: links used here are external and the League does not control their expiration dates. To share news from your Indiana credit union, send story links to Kay Neidlinger .
Indiana Credit Unions in the Media
Source: Credit union submissions and internet news reports. Some stories may require passwords for access.
With the help of Teachers CU, students got free school supplies, haircuts, food and resources to start the school year.
IMCU and First Light Bancorp have signed a definitive purchase and assumption agreement where the credit union will acquire the assets and assume the liabilities of Commerce Bank, headquartered in Evansville. President/CEO Ron Collier provides comment in this story.

FORUM CU's Andy Mattingly talks about when breaking some rules can lead to financial success.
The credit union is the title sponsor of the event.
Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly - by Lisa Long 8/6/2019
The credit union awarded the organization $10,000 to help pay processing fees for large game and livestock donations in several counties. Garrett Branch Manager Jessica Christian is pictured making the donation.
Washington Post - by Gregory Karp of Nerdwallet | AP 8/6/2019
An Associated Press story about the benefits of credit unions has been picked up by multiple news outlets, including the Washington Post. The author presents six reasons a credit union is a good choice for millennials.
Credit Union Times - by Peter Strozniak 8/5/2019
This story includes mention of Three Rivers FCU's purchase assumption agreement with West End Bank and Teachers CU's agreement with New Buffalo Savings Bank. Three Rivers FCU President/CEO Don Cates is quoted.
There's still time to register for Foundation bowling event

August 27 is the date, and Woodland Bowl in Carmel is the place...we hope to see you there! The bowling event raises money to fund efforts of the Indiana Credit Union Foundation including professional development scholarships, financial literacy efforts and disaster relief. Make plans today to join us. Details and a registration link is here.