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Citizens State Bank Stands Behind Gladiator Robotics as They Head to 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition World Championships

Citizens State Bank Stands Behind Gladiator Robotics as They Head to 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition World Championships

Gladiator Robotics, a local robotics team, has secured a spot in the prestigious 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition World Championships in Houston, TX. This remarkable achievement is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout the competition season. The team, comprised of six talented students and three dedicated mentors, has spent countless hours preparing…

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Citizens State Bank Extends a Helping Hand to Seniors for Thanksgiving

Citizens State Bank Extends a Helping Hand to Seniors for Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving approaches, Citizens State Bank reaffirms its commitment to community well-being with a heartwarming initiative. Ann Lantz, Executive Vice President and Market President, spearheaded a collaborative effort with Krupps Mini Mart, a local pasty shop. Together, they reached out to bring comfort and joy to homebound seniors in Ontonagon. Approximately 100 seniors in Ontonagon…

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Empowering Success: Citizens State Bank Sponsors the Power of One Program

Empowering Success: Citizens State Bank Sponsors the Power of One Program

At Citizens State Bank, we’ve always believed in the power of community and education. On September 14, 2023, we took another step in our commitment to supporting these values by sponsoring the Power of One program fundraiser, organized by the University of Detroit Mercy Law School. The Power of One program is a transformative initiative…

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Citizens State Bank Welcomes New Additions to Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team

Citizens State Bank Welcomes New Additions to Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team

Citizens State Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Feras Majid Shammami to its Board of Directors and Alex St. Clair to the position of Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Credit Officer. Feras Majid Shammami, a Chaldean Catholic immigrant from Iraq, brings a wealth of expertise to the board with over two decades of experience in the banking…

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Beth Zuchelkowski Joins Citizens State Bank As Chief Financial Officer

Beth Zuchelkowski Joins Citizens State Bank As Chief Financial Officer

Citizens State Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Beth Zuchelkowski as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the organization. With a strong background in accounting and finance and extensive experience in the banking industry, Beth brings valuable expertise and leadership to her new role. Having spent several years honing her skills and making…

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OAHA Youth Hockey Team Receives New Jerseys

OAHA Youth Hockey Team Receives New Jerseys

Good luck this season, Mini Miners!We are so proud to have been able to sponsor the OAHA Youth Hockey teams jerseys this year.OAHA strives to make hockey a sport all of the community’s interested youth can play. They provide all of the protective gear and equipment so that anyone can come in and play and…

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Rise in School Spirit—Local Bank Gives Back to Ontonagon Area Schools

Rise in School Spirit—Local Bank Gives Back to Ontonagon Area Schools

During the first week of school in September of 2022, the students of the Ontonagon Area School District were sent home with submission slips, to be filled out and returned to receive a piece of Gladiator apparel at no cost. Each student got to choose a style of apparel featuring the Ontonagon School’s proud mascot,…

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After Hours with the Bloomfield Birmingham Chamber

After Hours with the Bloomfield Birmingham Chamber

After Hours with the Bloomfield Birmingham Chamber Citizens State Bank welcomed members of the Bloomfield Birmingham Chamber of Commerce to the new headquarters for a dynamic networking event.

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Royal Oak Walking Club at Woodward Market

Royal Oak Walking Club at Woodward Market

We joined the Royal Oak Chamber for a tour around Woodward Corner Market and connected with local businesses.

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Upgrades to the Ontonagon Branch

Upgrades to the Ontonagon Branch

In 2021, we announced a new look and feel for Citizens State Bank with a fresh new logo and color scheme.Now the signage on our building reflects this upgrade! While we may look a little different, we are still your hometown bank, offering exceptional customer serviceand banking solutions. 501 E River St, Ontonagon, MI 49953…

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Royal Oak Location: Now Open!

Royal Oak Location: Now Open!

We’re Open! October 5, 2021 We are so excited to officially open our doors to the public! Our building has come a long way; we are all really proud to call thisplace our new home. The construction crews did an incredible job and we could not have asked for better architects. Thank you to EVERYONE…

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