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Originally built in 1926 as Kearney Junior High School, the Robert M. Merryman Performing Arts Center is a renovated, 768-seat, historic auditorium in Kearney, Nebraska—and now one of the largest performing art centers between Denver and Lincoln. In 2006, hundreds of donors from Kearney and around the United States came together to imagine the possibilities, raising […]

12 Ways to help prevent fraud in 2020, our “Heart of a Hero” nominee from the town of Weeping Water, low-rate Ag real estate loans, and why everyone loves Kearny––all in this month’s e-news! Read it now: Go to Newsletter »

History of Superior. Named for the quality of its fertile land, the town of Superior is situated in the Republican River valley, 60 miles southeast of Hastings and just a mile from the Kansas border. Settlement began in the area in the late 1860s. The town was surveyed in 1875 and incorporated in 1879. The […]

In the world of agricultural, you tend to plan for the future with an eye on growth. Of course, growing your farm at the right pace and the right time is wise, indeed. With interest rates currently low and planting just a few months ahead, you may want to consider a real estate loan or […]

It’s chill-time in Nebraska. So, kick back in your new slippers and catch up on some important news about fraud. It’s a smart way to start the new year. We all know that criminals continue to find creative new ways to steal, so good folks need to stay one step ahead. Below are just a […]

Don Hughes nominated Diane Wade, lifetime resident of Weeping Water, for her good-hearted acts of kindness. “Heart of a Hero” recognizes people in your community who are doing good, just because. This is what Don had to say about Diane: “Diane is the owner of Wade Insurance Agency here in Weeping Water and has been […]

Karen Geiger, lifelong resident of Kearney, who has been selflessly helping others during the global pandemic, has been nominated by Brooklyn Walker as our newest “Heart of a Hero.” Here’s why Brooklyn and all of us at Farmers & Merchants Bank are celebrating Karen: Karen is hand-making face masks for her community to help fight […]

Peace of mind for the season! Learn about our Debit Card On/Off feature, plus how to make safer payments and easier deposits. Read all about Kearney in the latest “Love My Community” and meet this month’s leader of the month! Go to Newsletter »

Kearney Today.  The city of Kearney, located in the heart of Nebraska, in the heart of the verdant Platte River Valley, is an easy community to love. One of the cornerstones of Nebraska with a respected reputation for being a smaller city with big city amenities and bigger dreams, Kearney has always been known for […]

Learn about a bright (and secure) idea for the holidays, get the scoop on a fraud scam, and meet November’s Smart Business. Plus, it’s new! Nominate a do-good “Heart of a Hero” from your community! Go to Newsletter »