Humans of The Farmers Bank: Brittany Jepson

Brittany Jepson

The Farmers Bank is proud to introduce the newest member of the Board of Directors, Brittany Jepson. Jepson is the first female in The Farmers Bank’s history to be elected to the board; a monumental moment that The Farmers Bank is excited to share with its community. Jepson is a Cleveland, Tennessee native. Her parents […]

Humans of The Farmers Bank: Alex Meadors

Alex Meadors

According to the National Kidney Foundation, 37 million people have chronic kidney disease. The Farmers Bank teller, Alex Meadors, wants to spread awareness for kidney disease, so others can understand the effects and outcomes that he experienced while his mother fought this disease. Meadors is a Portland, Tennessee native, where he graduated from Portland High […]

Humans of The Farmers Bank: Marie Wiseman

It is rare to find someone who has been loyal to a company for 50 years. In 1973, Marie Wiseman joined The Farmers Bank family. In those 50 years, she became a strong, successful businesswoman. When Wiseman was a little girl, she attended elementary school in Mitchellville, Tennessee. One day during her 7th grade year, […]

Humans of The Farmers Bank: Andy Nash

Andy Nash

The CEO of The Farmers Bank, Andy Nash, is no stranger to hard work. From working on his family farm to leading a 110-year-old community bank, he has had many role models and experiences to shape his outlook on life and the future of banking. Since Nash arrived at The Farmers Bank, many positive changes […]

Homeownership in the Digital Age

The Internet is much more than a tool for casual browsing. It’s ingrained in everything we do—from paying bills to shopping for a home. In fact, 95 percent of homebuyers used online tools as part of their search process and nearly a third of homes (3 out of 8) were viewed only online, according to […]

The Farmers Bank, ICBA Offer Insights into the Homebuying Process

Portland, TN (June 1, 2022)—In recognition of National Homeownership Month, The Farmers Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are encouraging current and prospective homeowners to consult their trusted local lender about how to make the homebuying process easier and more affordable. Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an important […]

Supporting Our Armed Service Members

Military Appreciation Month is a time to honor the brave men and women of our armed forces and thank them for their patriotism and service in defense of our nation. Their sacrifices, and those of their family members, is a debt that can never be fully repaid, which is why we consider it a great […]

The Farmers BankOffers Older Americans 5 Tips to Avoid Lottery Scams

In recognition of May as ‘Older Americans Month’             [Portland, TN] – Older Americans are increasingly becoming popular targets for lottery and sweepstake scams. According to the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, lottery scams rank second on the list of fraud offenses reported by older adults, claiming thousands of victims each year. These scams, […]