COVID-19 news and resources

The well-being of our clients, communities and associates is our first priority. This news and resource center is a guide for our clients and communities as they live through the impact of the coronavirus. Rest assured, we are taking precautionary measures to keep our First Bank family healthy, and we have plans in place to ensure that we continue to serve clients as the virus impacts our area.

Updates for our clients

Stimulus check information

As a result of additional COVID-19 stimulus support, the Treasury and IRS are starting to send a second round of checks, also known as Economic Impact Payments. When will you receive yours? ... Read More on Stimulus check information
FTC issues tips to avoid COVID-19 scams

On 12/8/2020, the Federal Trade Commission issued a “consumer education blog post” which provides tips for consumers on how to recognize and avoid vaccine-related scams. In their blog post, the FTC warns ... Read More on FTC issues tips to avoid COVID-19 scams
Economic impact payments, visit IRS.gov instead of calling

The Internal Revenue Service today urged people to visit IRS.gov for the most current information on the second round of Economic Impact Payments rather than calling the agency or their financial institutions ... Read More on Economic impact payments, visit IRS.gov instead of calling
IRS issues warning about stimulus check scams

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning taxpayers about a flood of fraudulent calls and email phishing attempts related to the coronavirus and stimulus checks. If scammers are successful in their attempts ... Read More on IRS issues warning about stimulus check scams

First Bank lobbies are temporarily closed

For everyone’s health and safety, First Bank lobbies are temporarily closed. Drive-thrus will remain open, and you can always manage your money with mobile/online banking ... Read More

Help COVID-19 contact tracers, not scammers

A contact tracer from your state health department might call if you’ve been exposed to COVID-19. But scammers are pretending to be contact tracers, too. Learn how you can spot a contact tracing scam ... Read More

Masks required at all First Bank Indiana offices

Effective Monday, July 27, 2020, an executive order will be in place for Indiana for anyone 8 years of age or older to wear a mask in all indoor public spaces and commercial entities, public modes of transportation ... Read More

First Bank and COVID-19

At First Bank, the well-being of our clients and our employees is our number one priority. In light of the uncertain impact of the Coronavirus disease (aka COVID-19 or the novel coronavirus), we wanted to assure you ... Read More on First Bank and COVID-19

First Bank Academy Hosted 'Preparing Your Workplace to Reopen Post-COVID-19' webinar

First Bank Academy hosted 'Preparing Your Workplace to Reopen Post-COVID-19'. Kathleen Lapekas shared tips and ideas keep your employees and customers safe as businesses begin to reopen... Read More

USDA releases plan on $2.1 billion in COVID-19 payments to growers

With up to $2.1 billion for specialty crop producers at stake, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided the first details of the Coronavirus Farm Assistance Program direct payment plan... Read More on USDA releases plan on $2.1 billion in COVID-19 payments to growers
Free webinar 'Purdue University Ag Outlook'

Purdue University hosted a free Ag Outlook webinar on Friday, May 15, 2020. Purdue agricultural economists Michael Langemeier and James Mintert will provide updated information from USDA’s May 12 World Ag Supply... Read More on Free webinar 'Purdue University Ag Outlook'
Business banking news

If you need to talk, we're here. Currently, our lobbies and drive-thrus remain open. We offer business resources to help you with things like cash flow forecasting. Also, remember to use mobile and business banking... Read More on Business banking news
Free webinar ‘How to Protect Your Small Business Through Stimulus Money’

First Bank President, Nikki Roser and Vice President, Relationship Banking Officer, Christy Walker were recently featured as two expert panelists on ‘How to Protect Your Small Business Through Stimulus Money’ ... Read More on Free webinar ‘How to Protect Your Small Business Through Stimulus Money’

For your business

Business survival tips for the COVID-19 crisis

Every business has been impacted in some way by COVID-19. Whatever the impact has been to your business, things will eventually get better. Be resourceful and utilize any downtime you may have to prepare to come back ... Read More on Business survival tips for the COVID-19 crisis
7 tips to keep business going during coronavirus downturn

The rapidly escalating coronavirus outbreak is hitting businesses hard, with many being forced to scale back, or shutter entirely, in a bid to stifle the spread. On March 23, 40% more U.S. businesses... Read More on 7 tips to keep business going during coronavirus downturn

SBA PPP Loan Forgiveness: Current Insights webinar

On May 13, First Bank Academy hosted a timely webinar – SBA PPP Loan Forgiveness: Current Insights. Together, First Bank’s Bryce Bullock and Bryce Taylor shared some well-received insights ... Read More

What can I do to get a loan for my business?

The government’s Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, enacted on March 28, 2020, deployed $2 trillion to help people and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic ... Read More on What can I do to get a loan for my business?
First Bank is here to help with economic assistance for small businesses

In these uncertain times, First Bank is working diligently to help keep our clients and communities informed about economic assistance available to small businesses impacted by COVID-19 ... Read More on First Bank is here to help with economic assistance for small businesses

Tips to avoid coronavirus scams

Unfortunately, the worldwide spread of the coronavirus is being used by fraudsters to scare people into clicking on fake links, open malicious email attachments or give out confidential information ... Read More on Tips to avoid coronavirus scams

COVID-19 employee time off questions and answers

What type of assistance is available for me to pay my employees who are unable to work because they are sick or quarantined? ... Read More on COVID-19 employee time off questions and answers

For you and your family

What if you cannot make your student loan payment?

All payments for federal student loans (Direct and FFELP) are deferred through September 30, 2020. Contact your student loan servicer to discuss eligibility and options ... Read More on What if you cannot make your student loan payment?
What if you cannot make your mortgage payment?

At First Bank, we’re here to answer questions and help you maneuver these challenging times. If you have been impacted by illness, loss of income or loss of employment as a result of COVID-19, you may qualify ... Read More on What if you cannot make your mortgage payment?

Tips to avoid coronavirus scams

Unfortunately, the worldwide spread of the coronavirus is being used by fraudsters to scare people into clicking on fake links, open malicious email attachments or give out confidential information ... Read More on Tips to avoid coronavirus scams

Can you withdraw from your retirement fund?

The federal government is waving penalties and making other accommodations for those who need to access retirement savings early. Through the end of 2020, the CARES Act allows a new type of hardship withdrawal ... Read More on Can you withdraw from your retirement fund?

If you lose your job, will you get unemployment insurance?

Unfortunately, the worldwide spread of the coronavirus is being used by fraudsters to scare people into clicking on fake links, open malicious email attachments or give out confidential information. Be careful both ... Read More on If you lose your job, will you get unemployment insurance?
Taking time off due to COVID-19

What if my employee is subject to a federal, state, or local quarantine or isolation order related to COVID-19, has been advised by a health care provider to self-quarantine because of COVID-19, or is experiencing symptoms ... Read More on Taking time off due to COVID-19