October 25, 2022

First United Bank announces Chief Experience Officer, Renee Newman

Release DURANT – First United Bank announced Renee Newman, a highly accomplished executive with more than 25 years of diverse financial services experience spanning community, regional […]
October 21, 2022

First United Bank honored with national marketing award

Release Each year, the American Bankers Association (ABA) recognizes the nation’s best bank marketing initiatives at the ABA Bank Marketing Conference. The 2022 Brand Slam awards […]
October 12, 2022

Men of Power Symposium coming to Denison

The Men of Power Symposium is set for this Sunday at the Hilton Garden Inn in Denison, Texas. Barbers, businessmen and the public are invited to […]
September 29, 2022

Communities Foundation of Oklahoma announces Oklahoma Initiative Fund Grant Cycle

Release OKLAHOMA – This week, Communities Foundation of Oklahoma (CFO) announced the opening of the Oklahoma Initiative Fund Grant Cycle on October 3. The Oklahoma Initiative Fund is a […]
September 13, 2022

This Week at Lost Street Brewing Company

There is always something going on at Lost Street Brewing Company! Here is a list of this week’s activities: Tuesday, Sept. 13 Karaoke at 7 p.m. […]
August 7, 2022

Ellie’s Closet is open on Main Street

DURANT – One of Durant’s newest businesses is open with clothes and more for children. Ellie’s Closet opened its doors to the public this summer after […]
July 21, 2022

Durant alum comes home and buys local pizza restaurant

By Joey McWilliams Durant has a way of bringing people back home. Being back in the area is the reason Holden and Elizabeth Wright have returned […]
July 15, 2022

First United named to Forbes America’s Best Banks in Each State 2022 list

First United First United Bank announced that it has been named to Forbes’ 2022 ranking of America’s Best Banks.  The distinction is based on customer feedback and First United is one of only 133 banks in the United  States to be recognized, as well as one of only five banks in Texas to make the list, which includes a  total of 4,839 regional and community banks from around the nation.     “We are extremely honored to be included among the best banks in America, and it is made even more  special because the recognition is based on our customers’ experiences with us, as well as their trust and  confidence in our organization,” Greg Massey, CEO of First United said.     In collaboration with market research firm, Statista, Forbes surveyed more than 26,000 customers across  the nation to identify the best banks in America. Survey participants rated banks on overall customer  satisfaction, how likely they were to recommend the bank, and various facets of relationship, including  trust, branch and digital services, customer service, and financial advice.      “I am incredibly proud of our high-performing employees. This ranking emphasizes their commitment  to living our values and our desire to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely. This is what  makes our organization so remarkable,” stated Massey.      First United’s purpose is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, which includes a holistic  approach to life that encompasses financial well-being, faith, health and wellness, and personal growth.  The organization takes pride in its values of faith, family, integrity, high-performance teams, lifelong  learning, relationships and communities, and doing what is right for its employees, customers, and the  communities.     […]
July 9, 2022

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma recognizes 12 small businesses with Chahtapreneur Awards

Choctaw Nation Michelle Weaver DURANT – On June 9, Choctaw Nation’s Small Business Development Department held their annual Chahtapreneur Award Ceremony at Choctaw Casino & Resort […]