Beecher, IL (May 7, 2020)—In recognition of World Password Day, First Community Bank and Trust is reminding customers of simple steps to safeguard their personal account information and what to do if they suspect they have been affected by a reported breach.  “A ransomware attack occurs every 14 seconds in the world, but with each security measurement enacted, we’re one step closer in winning the war against cyber criminals,” said Greg Ohlendorf, President Read More

 May 2, 2019 - In recognition of World Password Day, the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) and First Community Bank and Trust are reminding customers of simple steps to safeguard their personal account information and what to do if they suspect they have been affected by a reported breach.  “You don’t have to be a cyber security expert to protect yourself against hackers and identity theft. Small actions like creating strong passwords, using different Read More

On August 29, 2018, Greg M. Ohlendorf, President and CEO of First Community Bank and Trust in Beecher, and David Schroeder, Senior Vice President of Federal Governmental Relations of the Community Bankers Association of Illinois, met with Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-02) and Matthew McMurray (Legislative Assistant) to discuss a variety of topics of interest to FCB&T and the communities it serves. Ohlendorf and Schroeder began the meeting by expressing their honest disappointment with Congresswoman Read More