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July is Independent Retailer Month. Every time you **shop local**, you’re supporting homegrown jobs, fueling entrepreneurial spirit, and keeping more of your hard-earned dollars right here in Minnesota. We encourage you to drop a comment about your favorite retailer.

Just a reminder that our drive-thru is closed for Independence Day. From all of us at Farmers & Merchants, may your day be safe and filled with gratitude for the freedoms we share and were made possible by the sacrifices of many. Let freedom ring—and Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

We’re temporarily closing the PIERZ drive-thru for renovations so we can make your banking experience even better. This is to ensure everyone’s safety during the project. The PIERZ drive-thru will be closed from July 13 through mid-September. Learn more: fmpierz.com/2026/07/03/pie….

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This week, we’re recognizing Doug. He celebrated a special 5-year milestone this past weekend on June 28. Cheers to 5 years, Doug. Thanks for bringing your heart, humor, and hard work to the team every day! We’re excited for you and the next five!

Stop by the bank for an ice cream treat…or two...Thursday & Friday (June 25 & 26). We won’t judge. We’re on the home stretch of our month-long celebration of our hardworking dairy farmers and businesses, so we’re going out the best way we know how—FREE ice cream!

At Farmers & Merchants, we appreciate the important role fathers and father figures play in shaping the values that make our small towns strong. Thank you to the dads on our team, we serve as customers, and across our communities. Happy Father’s Day from everyone at F&M.

In observance of Juneteenth, our bank will be closed on Friday, June 19. This day honors the end of slavery in the United States and is a time to reflect on freedom, resilience, and equality for all.

Summer project season is here in central Minnesota—and there’s no shortage of ways to improve your home. But there is a shortage of time to get everything done. Whether it’s a new deck, updated siding, or a much-needed new roof, Farmers & Merchants can help you get started.

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We're half-way through our celebration of dairy farmers and businesses. Stop in next week, when customer giveaways begin. Enter our drawing and mark your calendars for FREE ice cream June 25 & 26. Details at: fmpierz.com/2026/05/31/jun…. Thank moooooooo dairy farmers and businesses!

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It's sum-, sum-, summertime, and time for our newsletter. From retirements to Dairy Days to the latest in fraud prevention, catch up on what’s happening at F&M in our current issue of The Local Ledger. Read it now: mailchi.mp/fmpierz/q2-202….

Today, Mitch is celebrating five years with F&M Bank as an Ag & Business Lender in Eden Valley. Since joining us, he’s made a real difference for the bank and local community through his hard work, knowledge and volunteerism. We truly value you, Mitch, and all you do. Happy #5!

This Memorial Day (Monday, May 25), Farmers & Merchants State Bank will be closed. We will pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Please join us in taking a moment to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

What a night to celebrate some amazing local students! On May 13, Farmers & Merchants State Bank had the honor of attending scholarship award nights at Eden Valley-Watkins, Sauk Rapids-Rice, and Pierz High Schools—and we loved every minute of it.

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At Farmers & Merchants State Bank, we’re honored to serve the farm families, co-ops, and local ag businesses who work around the clock in our rural communities—thank you. With most acres in, mid‑spring is the perfect time for a quick financial tune-up.

The last of our three FREE paper shredding events are happening tomorrow at our Farmers & Merchants State Bank Eden Valley and Pierz locations. Everyone is invited to bring in confidential papers you've been wanting to shred. Please NO early drop-offs for security reasons.

Thank you to all the moms who wake up early, stay up late, build businesses, run farms, work, volunteer, cheer from the bleachers, and keep families strong with endless acts of love. You make our hometown a better place. Happy Mother’s Day. #MothersDay

Just a friendly reminder! The first of our three FREE paper shredding events is happening tomorrow (SAT, May 9) at our Farmers & Merchants State Bank Sauk Rapids location, 1301 2nd St N, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. From 9 AM to NOON. More at: fmpierz.com/2026/04/15/fre….

Cinco de Mayo is famous for its celebrations, but at its core, it’s about resilience, community, and facing challenges together. We see these values every day in the families, small businesses, and farmers we’re proud to serve in central Minnesota. ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week & Day. To all the teachers, paraprofessionals, coaches, and school staff at Pierz School District, Eden Valley-Watkins School District, and Sauk Rapids-Rice School District who pour their hearts into our kids every day, thank you.

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This Thursday, we’re saying goodbye to Karen, our Teller in Sauk Rapids. After almost 14 years with Farmers & Merchants State Bank, she’s retiring. To celebrate and wish her well, we invite customers to stop by for a beverage and cupcake on Thursday, April 30th, her last day.