Community banks build better communities.  In April, Huron Valley State Bank recognized The Independent Community Bankers of America? (ICBA) Community Banking Month; a month dedicated to celebrating the longstanding tradition of local hometown community banking. Throughout the month, using social media, the Bank encouraged consumers and small businesses to learn more about community banks, their role in building stronger communities, and the quality products and services that they provide-all with the relationship banking experience that customers can expect from a local financial institution.  

Community banks are relationship lenders that flourish when their customers and communities grow. Taking care of customers and looking out for the best interest of local communities is the community banking business model. Across the nation, community banks operate 52,000 locations, employ 700,000 Americans and hold $3.6 trillion in assets, $2.9 trillion in deposits and $2.4 trillion in loans to consumers, small businesses, and the agricultural community.

"Community banks such as Huron Valley State Bank are one-of-a-kind, as are our customers and the Huron Valley Area which we are proud to serve on a daily basis. ICBA Community Banking Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate the unique and critical role we play in our local hometown," said Jack Shubitowski, President and CEO of Huron Valley State Bank.   

Did you know that identity theft is the fastest-growing crime in the United States? Many thieves rely on the internet, telephones and even your trash as a means of stealing your identity and your money. While thieves are hard at work, Huron Valley State Bank is too. We have partnered with smsGuardian to provide an extra layer of protection from identity theft and fraud. Our credit cards have a similar feature as well.  

Recognizing fraud or identity theft immediately after a transaction has occurred reduces the chance that further unauthorized use of your card will take place. By enrolling in these free* services you can be assured that your identity and money is being protected.

For your debit card, the fraud center will contact you by text message each time your card is used for the following activities:

     Purchases greater than $300
     Purchases that occur out of state
     5 or more transactions in 24 hours
     Fuel or service station transactions

If the transaction is legitimate, you need not reply. If it is fraudulent, you may reply by text and your card will be blocked from further activity.

For your credit card, we have a similar system in place. By providing your mobile phone number, it will alert you when suspicious activity has occurred. To enroll in these free* services go to www.hvsb.com/text-alerts.

Please note: Data and message rates may apply. Please check with your carrier.  

"I first got to know Huron Valley State Bank through my tenure as treasurer for a local club.  Everyone I encountered has always been very friendly and willing to assist with any task, no matter how big or small.  It was from this experience that I decided to open a checking account for my single person tax practice and the same great service continues today.  Besides the friendly atmosphere and tellers that actually know you by name, there are the cookies.  Seriously, where else can someone conduct their banking and receive a delicious cookie?  Huron Valley State Bank has earned my business for years to come." - - Dave
 
"At both branches, your tellers, managers, and officers consistently welcome me with a warm, personal greeting, and a smile, and I feel glad I came!  You have a great mix of professionalism and personal warmth!"-- Doug