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For the CEO and board chair of $295 million-asset Three Rivers Bank of Montana in Kalispell, Montana, fly fishing is an opportunity for connection and reflection.

Community banks stand the test of time. In this month’s issue, we’re celebrating banks that have been around for 100, 150, 200 years, and that’s an achievement to be honored—but it’s not surprising.

It takes commitment, purpose and passion for an organization to endure for 100 years or more. Community banks have all those qualities, and this month, ICBA is honoring members that are celebrating major milestones—from 100 to 175 years. Read on to learn more about some of 2026’s honorees.

Gateway Bank in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, goes the extra mile for its communities through its Gateway Gives program.

ICBA Community is entering its third year as a space for community bankers from across the country to talk about topics, big and small, they encounter every day. We talked to several active Community members about what they like about the forum and how it’s helped their community banks flourish.

In October 2025, Nebraska Bank in Dodge, Nebraska, launched an in-school savings program at Bridgeport Elementary School, the local elementary school of the bank’s Bridgeport, Nebraska, branch.

Since 2021, Primis Works, a four-month, paid internship program at Primis Bank, has provided single mothers with training, education and mentorship to prepare them for a career in the community banking industry.

“We don’t have to wheel and deal to make the next sale; we simply need to listen to what our customers are telling us.”

Offering remote work as an option for employees is a benefit that can make community banks stand out when hiring. See why flexible work arrangements are helping many community banks attract and retain talent, and how to make it work for your bank.