Preventing Identity Theft Online

With so much of our lives taking place on mobile devices and laptops, it’s no mystery that digital accounts have become magnets for cybercriminals. According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than 1 million Americans reported identity theft in 2023 alone. Though slightly lower than in previous year, overall fraud is up – and the losses are still staggering. As virtual attacks against governments, corporations, and individuals become more frequent, it’s more important than ever to add extra layers of protection to your online footprint wherever you can.

We’ve created a list of tips to help you know what to do—and what not to do—online to protect your personal information and prevent identity theft.

First Financial Bank Named ICBA Top Lender of 2024

in the Agriculture Sector

El Dorado, AR – First Financial Bank has been recognized for the second year in a row as the Independent Community Bankers Association (ICBA) Top Lender of 2024 in Agriculture: More than $1 billion in assets category. This prestigious recognition is given annually to honor banks that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to serving their agricultural customers.

Meet Bridget Davis

From growing up on a cow/calf operation in north Missouri to helping operate her family’s row crop operation in southern Iowa, Bridget has been involved in the ag industry since day one. Her firsthand experience gives her customers the advantage of understanding the challenges faced by both sides of the field. She takes time to get to know her customers and prides herself on creating financing solutions to meet their unique needs. She has little time outside of running their row crop operation and being a top ag lender, but you’ll catch her at the lake spending time with her family.

Our Farm & Ranch Advisors

Ritz Cracker Chicken

More commonly referred to as Poppy Seed Chicken. This is a crowd favorite in my house.

Ingredients

5 cups diced cooked chicken
2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (1 1/2 sleeves)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
½ Tablespoon poppy seeds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add 5 cups diced cooked chicken to the bottom of the baking dish.
In a large bowl, stir together 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning.
Spread on top of the chicken evenly.
In a medium bowl, stir together 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and 1/2 Tablespoon poppy seeds.
Sprinkle the crumbs on top of the sauce.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, uncovered, until bubbly and the top is lightly browned. Serve immediately.