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BLC Community Bank is thrilled to announce the appointment of Laura Meronk to its Board of Directors. Laura joins the board with nearly two decades of expertise in corporate law and real estate, along with a passion for community-centered growth. Her strategic vision and commitment to helping businesses thrive align perfectly with BLC’s mission to empower the Fox Valley community through trusted financial services.

BLC Community Bank proudly announces the successful award of a $25,000 grant to Rustic Resque, a cherished local shop specializing in rustic, repurposed, and vintage décor for homes and gardens. This grant, facilitated through a collaboration with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago), marks a significant investment in the Little Chute community and its thriving small business sector.

BLC Community Bank, a leading independent financial institution known for its commitment to excellence and customer-centric services, proudly announces the appointment of Adam Lange as President of the bank.

While bank failures are concerning, BLC Community Bank (“BLC”) clients should rest easy knowing that we remain well-capitalized and well-positioned to continue serving our clients and the community.

Linda’s journey at BLC started in May 1978, when she stopped in to ask President Tom DeBruin for advice on the Banking and Finance program at Fox Valley Tech. Tom said he could teach her everything she needed to know and offered her a job, which officially started on June 1st.

The first week of October kicks off Teller Appreciation week, which has been celebrated every year since 1996. Our tellers are the front-line of our business and we want to thank them for all the hard work they do to make our customers' experience a great one!

BLC Community Bank is excited to announce Dennis Hietpas has joined our team as Vice President – Commercial Lending, bringing his more than 30 years of knowledge to the role.

BLC Community Bank is proud to announce the promotions of Adam Lange, promoted to Senior Vice President – Chief Lending Officer, and Mel Hietpas, promoted to Vice President – Private Banking.

In an effort to celebrate the strong bond and relationship between local businesses, schools, and families, BLC Community Bank is recognizing the Power of Community Week April 19-24 during National Community Banking Month and National Financial Literacy and Capability Month.

The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department began delivering a second round of Economic Impact Payments on March 17, 2021. Here is what you need to know...

As customers, businesses and members of our community struggle in the current status of our economy BLC Community Bank is finding ways to support them during these unprecedented times. Due to the extraordinary circumstances our communities are facing, BLC, along with numerous other community banks, have decided to step up and assist our customers in any way possible, said BLC Community Bank President, Steve Tramp.

The current pandemic situation has begun to cause financial hardship throughout for our customers, employees and community. Many state governments, including Wisconsin, have now closed down numerous “non-essential” businesses, to slow the spread of the virus. BLC wants to do its part to help with COVID-19 Payment Relief.

By now, all of you have been impacted in some manner by the CORONA or COVID-19 virus. This message is to provide you with some additional information and let you know what BLC is doing in response to the situation.