Southern Bank

We are currently experiencing a high volume of calls related to the second round of stimulus checks and wait times may be longer than usual. Please know we are working diligently to serve you. Your patience is greatly appreciated. The IRS has provided a way for you to check the status of your payment here: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment

Our ITMs are open most holidays, including New Years Day. We’ll be available 7:00am - 7:00pm to help with all of your banking needs.

Wishing you and your family the merriest Christmas.

Small businesses are a big deal to us. Be sure to check out the small businesses in your community for your holiday shopping this year!

Our branches will be closed on Christmas Day. ITMs will be available until 3:00 pm today

79 years later, we remember. Each year on Dec. 7, Pearl Harbor Survivors, veterans, and visitors from all over the world come together to honor and remember the 2,403 service members and civilians who were killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941... https://www.nps.gov//national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day

Check out these holiday spending tips to make sure your gift giving is joyous, not stressful. https://southern-bank.com/holiday-spending-tips/

Our branches will be closing early tomorrow. ITMs will be available from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

We are honored to have been named as one of America's Best Banks 2021 by Newsweek.

Our branches sported their ugliest (and most creative) sweaters last week. Which one is your favorite?

Traditional Christmas dinner or something out of the ordinary? What type of food does your family enjoy around the holidays?

Happy Halloween!

Halloween is this weekend. Are you dressing up with the kids or handing out candy this year?

With so many to choose from, how could a Christmas-lover possibly pick a favorite?

Fraudsters run rampant during the holiday season. Protect yourself from debit card fraud with CardValet, a free app that lets you monitor your debit card transactions in real time, set limits on spending, and turn your card on and off. Check it out here:https://www.bankwithsouthern.com//tools/card-services.html

What app is most useful during the holiday season?

Use these tips to keep your info secure while online shopping: https://southern-bank.com/holiday-spending-tips/

Southern Bank’s Poplar Bluff - Oak Grove branch has an opening for a Retail Account Servicing Specialist. This position assists with various retail account servicing operational duties in order to offer excellent customer service to our branches and customers. This position does have benefits. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To learn more, visit http://bit.ly/2lZRLsA. Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you're working on mastering personal finance, take a look at the Top 10 Personal Finance Tips from the American Bankers Association.

Every day is get to know your customer day for us. We appreciate our customers!

A friendly reminder that our branches are closed today for Columbus Day. We will resume regular business hours tomorrow.

Our ITMs are open most holidays, including Columbus Day. We'll be available 7:00am - 7:00pm to help with all of your banking needs.

Last week, our team and the entire Thayer community suffered a great loss with the passing of Steve Russell, community bank manager in Thayer. Steve was a respected banker and community leader who served us for over 13 years. We are saddened at his passing and extend our deepest sympathies to his family. He will be greatly missed. Steve was a great team member and an even better person. He was a pleasure to work with and his team leadership and work ethic was such a posit...ive impact on everyone at the bank. Our prayers are for his community and his family that he loved. - Greg Steffens, CEO Steve loved this community and the people in it. He took time with each of his customers and made everyone he spoke with feel as if they were the most important person in the room. He was an active member of his church and held numerous offices in the Thayer and Mammoth Spring communities. Steve was an all-around amazing person to work with who will be truly missed by his family, friends, co-workers, and customers. - Lisa Cates, Thayer Branch Manager Steve was a really good person. He came across as all business when he needed to, but he had a sense of humor and was a very funny man. He was completely committed to his family and was always quick to share stories about his wife and children. Steve was a Christian and was very devoted to his church and church family. Most of all, for me, Steve was a very very good friend and will be greatly missed by all. - Jim Mills, Thayer Loan Officer Steve was a pillar in his community. He was the neighbor, co-worker and friend that everyone wishes they had. He was cheerful in all weather and never had a bad thing to say about anyone. He was always thankful for his blessings and those of his family and friends. - Zack McNett, Market President

Our Personal Bankers are working hard every day to take care of our customers and should be recognized! We appreciate all that they do! #NationalPersonalBankerAppreciationWeek

It's a great time to enjoy the great outdoors, especially on a budget. Check out the links below to find a a great state park to explore. Missouri: https://mostateparks.com/find-a-park Arkansas: https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/map Illinois: https://www2.illinois.gov/dnr/Parks/Pages/Southern.aspx

On this National Family Day, tell us where you would go on your ideal family vacation! Member FDIC

We’re pretty excited about voice banking with Amazon Alexa. Checking your account balance is easier than ever. Member FDIC https://bit.ly/32M9TrC

Congrats to the O'Neal Elementary September Students of the Month! We're proud to sponsor these awesome kids!

With a new Keeps Account you’ll have all of the things that you expect from your bank account, plus a few things you don’t. https://bit.ly/31NvMHR Member FDIC

We’re a little biased, but we think our mortgage lenders are pretty great. Since it is National Mortgage Professionals month, we want to say thank you for all that you do! Member FDIC

Checking your balance just got a little easier. Ask Alexa to do it for you. Member FDIC https://bit.ly/32Puueq

Today we celebrate the contributions to this country made by millions of hard working Americans. BBQ to your hearts content. You’ve earned it. Member FDIC

What if the bank’s closed, but you need to deposit a check? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Our ITMs are available on Labor Day - Monday, September 7th. Member FDIC

Today is national food bank day. With so many in our area struggling with hunger, our team members are donating the money raised from our ‘jean days’ specifically to organizations that help combat food insecurity in our communities. If you’re so moved, consider making a donation to your local food bank today. Member FDIC

Wait, what? You read it right. Our new Keeps Account offers ID Protect to help better protect you from any identity fraud event, even if it has nothing to do with your account at Southern Bank. Check it out at https://bit.ly/3bgP0bE Member FDIC

It’s brand new. It’s pretty easy. You should try it. Check out voice banking with Amazon Alexa: https://bit.ly/32RzFLc Member FDIC

Who doesn't love a cute dog? In honor of national dog day, post a picture of your pup in the comments.

Good luck students, teachers, faculty, and parents! Best wishes for a great school year from all of us at Southern Bank.

Ask and you shall receive. Get your balance and the answers to many FAQs just by asking Alexa. Learn more about voice banking at: https://bit.ly/32M9TrC Member FDIC

Starting a family is a huge step. Don't add finances to your list of worries. Check out these 5 ways to save if you're thinking about or welcoming a new baby. https://www.thepennyhoarder.com//avoid-debt-when-startin/

Sounds crazy right, how could you possibly save money by spending money? Visit https://bit.ly/2DvYcME to learn more.

Check your balance with one simple command for Alexa. If only the kids listened this well. Learn more about voice banking: https://bit.ly/3kVmZL8 Member FDIC

There are a lot of perks to going paperless. Log in to your online banking profile to enroll in online statements

Thanks to Covid-19, most summer vacations were almost non-existent. If you're looking for a short road trip close to home, check out this list of interesting things to do in the Ozarks. You can still maintain social distancing with quite a few of these ideas!

If you had to cut $50 from your weekly budget, what would you give up? a) Taco Tuesdays b) My beloved clearance racks c) I'm already trying to spend as little as possible!... d) I can't foresee a scenario where that's going to happen Member FDIC

Interactive Tellers are available when most banks aren’t. That means you can make a deposit before work, cash your check on the way to your kids’ baseball game, or make a loan payment on Saturday. Click here for a list of ITM locations: https://www.bankwithsouthern.com/itms.html Member FDIC

With a new Keeps Account you'll have all of the things that you expect from your bank account, plus a few things you don't. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/2DwjDgz Member FDIC

You can do most anything from an ITM that you can do inside the branch. Withdrawal from checking/savings Cash or check deposit to checking/savings Cash check Cash/check payment to loan... Transfer funds Withdrawal, deposit, transfer to HSA Member FDIC

Southern Bank’s Poplar Bluff - Oak Grove branch has an opening for a Personal Banker. This position is the focal point in the branch for sales, service, and/or referral opportunities in support of the overall branch goals and striving to make lifelong relationships with our customers. This position does have benefits. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To learn more, visit http://bit.ly/2lZRLsA. Equal Opportunity Employer.

This article has some good info about the circulation of change slowing down due to COVID-19. Here's how we can #getcoinmoving Member FDIC

We're excited to announce that our new location in Cabot, Arkansas opened it's doors yesterday. If you happen to be in the Cabot area stop by and say hello! Member FDIC

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Happy Fourth of July! We hope you have a safe and happy holiday weekend.

Our branches are closed tomorrow in observance of Independence Day. If you need us, drive up to one of our ITMs and get a live, face-to-face video chat with one of our Personal Bankers from 7:00am until 3:00pm. Member FDIC

Scams and fraud attempts are at an all time high, especially those using the coronavirus pandemic as a platform. Look out for suspicious links, fake websites and spoofed emails. Check out this link for some specific things to look for to protect yourself from scams: https://www.sosdailynews.com/news.jspx

Our customers are going to be hearing from us in a new way. We’re excited to introduce Southern Messenger, personalized, helpful messages for a better banking experience.

Southern Bank’s Poplar Bluff Oak Grove branch has an opening for a part-time Resource Center Specialist. This position provides quality service and sells appropriate products via telephone to bank customers in an efficient and professional manner. This position does not have benefits. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To learn more, visit http://bit.ly/2lZRLsA. Equal Opportunity Employer.

The first round of stimulus payments began posting to bank accounts today. You can use our Online and Mobile Banking services to verify if your deposit was received. Find out more details at southernbankresources.com/stimulus

The IRS will start distributing stimulus payments soon.Get answers to some of the most common questions at www.southernbankresources.com/stimulus

Our resource center and ITMs are available early and open late, even on Saturday. Drive up and have a live video chat with one of our personal bankers or give us a call at 1 (855) 452-7272

We are grateful to our local businesses who have placed their trust in us. This past week, our amazing team members have helped secure over 700 small business loans under the Paycheck Protection Program totaling over $100 million in funds. We are so proud to serve you!