Legacy Bank Celebrates 140 Years of Legacy
Legacy Bank is celebrating 140 years of serving Kansas communities, a milestone rooted in trust, relationships and long-term commitment. Founded in 1886 as the Bank of Colwich, the institution has remained connected to its community through five generations of the Suellentrop family. Today, Legacy Bank continues to grow while honoring its history and maintaining a relationship-first approach to community banking.
First National Bank: 150 Years of Trust and Tradition
As First National Bank approaches its 150th anniversary, the bank is reflecting on a legacy built on trust, resilience and service. Founded in 1876, the bank weathered major challenges including the Great Depression and Dust Bowl by remaining committed to its customers and communities. Today, The First continues to carry forward its tradition of stability and dependable service.
Bank of Hays Announces Leadership and Board Appointments
Bank of Hays announced several leadership appointments aimed at supporting the bank’s continued growth and long-term success. Josh Dreher has been named President, while Darla Braun will serve as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Dreher, Braun, and Jayne Clarke have also joined the bank’s Board of Directors, bringing additional experience in banking, finance and community leadership.
Stockgrowers State Bank and FHLBank Topeka Award $125,000 to Help Community Recover from Wildfire
Stockgrowers State Bank, Ashland, partnered with FHLBank Topeka to provide $125,000 to the Ashland Community Foundation’s Fire Relief Fund following the February wildfires in southwest Kansas. The bank contributed $50,000 and received a $75,000 matching grant through FHLBank Topeka’s Community Assistance Recovery Effort (CARE) Program. The funds will assist homeowners who lost homes and ranchers who experienced losses of livestock, fencing and hay. Because the Ashland Community Foundation is volunteer-run, 100% of the funds will go directly to wildfire recovery efforts. The grant was presented to Stockgrowers State Bank President and CEO Kendal Kay during FHLBank Topeka’s Annual Member Conference on April 16.
Congratulations to GSB’s Bank Technology Management School Graduates!
Congratulations to the 2026 Bank Technology Management School students on completing this specialty program in Madison, Wisconsin!
In April, information security and technology leaders gained actionable insights on connecting emerging technology to bank performance, security and compliance through expert-led lectures and small-group discussions.
UMB Capital Markets Division Broadens Services, Promotes Leaders
UMB Bank announced expanded leadership roles within its Capital Markets Division as the division continues to grow its service offerings. Nicholas Luchtefeld and Ilya Katsman were promoted to Executive Vice President roles, where they will focus on advancing technology, strengthening risk management and supporting expanded partnerships with community banks nationwide.
Union State Bank in Uniontown Celebrates 125 Years
Union State Bank of Uniontown was started in 1901 by Levi Emett Holt. The bank still operates in its original location in Uniontown, along with a branch in Fort Scott, and has been owned and operated by the Holt family all 125 years.
