10.24.2008
Farris Marcum Joins PBK Bank

Bruce Edgington, PBK CEO announces the addition of Farris J. Marcum to their staff as a loan officer.

Farris has served in the Lincoln County business community for 21 years before joining PBK Bank.

He is a member of the Stanford Lions Club, having served as President. Farris also serves as a Board member for the Lincoln County Parks and Recreation, Stanford Architectural Review Board and Lincoln County Senior Citizens. He is President of the Lincoln County Football Booster Club.

Farris is currently serving as Deputy Coroner for Lincoln County. Farris and his wife, Evonna, with their children, Chase & Chelsea live in Stanford. He is a member of Stanford Baptist Church.

“We feel it is not only our job to offer our customers the best services and products but also to strengthen our institution and community by hiring employees like Farris. He is well known in the area and will be an asset for PBK Bank.” says Edgington.

Marcum will be providing loan services at the Hwy 150 Office in Stanford.

10.21.2008
PBK Bank receives Interior Journal “Best in the Business: Readers’ Choice Awards”

On October 21, 2008, Lincoln Counties Interior Journal published its annual “2008 Best in the Business: Readers’ Choice Awards,” voted on by the citizens of Lincoln County recognizing local businesses for their achievements and contributions to the community.  PBK Bank was voted “Best Place to Work,” “Most Community Involved Business,” and “Best Place to get a Mortgage.”  PBK Bank loan officer Janet Elmore-Johnson was also voted “Best Loan Officer.”

08.08.2008
PBK Bank Receives Readers' Choice Award

PBK Bank was voted the Best Place to Purchase Home Mortgage Loans, by the readers of The Advocate -Messenger. This award was part of the 2008 Best in the Business Readers' Choice Award. The awards were decided upon by the readers who voted and recognized those who have provided the best service around.

07.09.2008
Eric Ralston Receives Promotion

PBK Bank announces the promotion of Eric J. Ralston to Senior Vice President and Director of Lending. In his new position, Eric will oversee the entire loan department and will assume a position on Senior Management Team.

Eric is a Lincoln County native, graduating from Lincoln County High School and Eastern Kentucky University with a BBA in Business Management. He is also a graduate of the KBA School of Banking.

Eric is a member of McKinney Christian Church. He is an 8^th grade Coach for Boys Basketball at Lincoln County Middle School. He is involved with Heart of Kentucky United Way by serving on the Community Investment Panel, Day of Caring and Co-Chair of the bank’s United Way Campaign. Eric is active in Lincoln County Relay for Life and Big Brother Big Sister’s Bowl for Kid’s Sake with PBK Bank. He serves as President of the Stanford Rotary Club and as a Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce Board Member. Eric also participated in the first Leadership Lincoln class.

In making the announcement, Bruce Edgington, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “PBK Bank is pleased to promote Eric. It is always an honor to promote from within our organization and recognize our employees for their hard work and dedication. Eric has shown a work ethic that is deserving of this promotion and will continue to be an asset for PBK Bank.”

07.07.2008
Rotary International Four Avenues of Service Citation.

CEO of PBK Bank Bruce Edgington recently was awarded the prestigious 2008 Rotary International Four Avenues of Service Citation. This award is given to one Rotary member per club annually for exhibiting a consistent commitment to the core commitments and values of Rotary International.

The four avenues of service are Club Service, Vocational Service, Community Service, and International Service. Lincoln County Rotary President Mike Jackson said, "It was my honor to award Bruce with this rotary award. Bruce, through his service to our community and commitment to projects international, is the perfect recipient of this award."

06.06.2008
PBK Bank Receives Lincoln County Relay For Life Award

Lincoln County Relay for Life “Most money raised-Business team, 2^nd place” award.  Awards given to top money raising businesses at the “American Cancer Society’s” annual Lincoln County “Relay for Life.”
 

06.01.2008
PBK Bank Receives Five Star Rating From Bauer Financial

Bauer Financial is an independent analysis and research firm that has been studying and reporting on financial institutions since 1983.  Bauer Financial’s rating system ranges from zero stars to five stars for “superior” financial institutions. Bauer Financial recommends that you bank with banks that are 4 or 5 star rated.

Star ratings and the full report can be obtained through Bauer Financial at www.bauerfinancial.com.

05.30.2008
United Way of Kentucky 2008 Outstanding Kentucky Volunteer Award.

Retail Banking Manager of PBK Bank Mae Renner, has been awarded yet another award for her outstanding service in United Way of Kentucky. The Outstanding Kentucky Volunteer Award is presented annually to individuals who have shown exceptional leadership, vision and dedication to the United Way mission.

"Mae embodies defining qualities an organization seeks in a volunteer: consistency, a spirit to serve and integrity," said Janie Pass, President of the Heart of Kentucky United Way.  "I am grateful for Mae Renner's dedication to bringing people together and strengthening our commitment to advance the common good in Central Kentucky."

04.22.2008
Lincoln County Chamber 2008 Citizen Of The Year

Retail Banking Manager of PBK Bank Mae Renner, received the 2008 Citizen of the Year award, given out by the Lincoln County Chamber at the annual Chamber Banquet. The Citizen of the Year award is given annually to an individual who exhibits a strong commitment to the community though their hard work and dedication.

Mrs. Renner is very active in her community through a variety of organizations such as the United Way, Junior Miss, Lincoln County Relay for Life, her church, and many other organizations.

PBK Bank is proud to be the primary sponsor for the 2008 Distinguished Business of the Year. WPBK-FM was awarded the 2008 Distinguished Business of the Year award given out by the the Lincoln County Chamber at the annual Chamber Banquet.

WPBK-FM was noted for actively supporting and promoting community events in Lincoln County and for outstanding involvement in local organizations.

03.11.2008
2008 Heart of Kentucky United Way Volunteer of the Year &  
Community Impact Award

Retail Banking Manager of PBK Bank Mae Renner, was awarded the 2008 Heart of Kentucky United Way Volunteer of the Year. The Heart of Kentucky includes the following counties: Boyle, Garrard, Lincoln, & Mercer.

Mrs. Renner was also awarded with the Community Impact Award. This award is presented to honor an individual's and a company's support of United Way's community impact mission as exemplified by Orrin H. Ingram's focus on prevention and commitment to addressing the root causes of problems.

03.01.2008
2008 American Cancer Society Mid-South Division Community Volunteer of the Year

Retail Banking Manager of PBK Bank Mae Renner, has been awarded the 2008 American Cancer Society Mid-South Division Community Volunteer of the Year award. Mrs. Renner received the award for her work with the American Cancer Society and the Relay for Life.

The Mid-South Division includes Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

01.10.2008
Lincoln County 4-H Friends of Lincoln County 4-H Award