Chillicothe
Joined Better Banks in 2014
Along with Peoria, Chillicothe grew due to river traffic and quickly became a stop for barge and railroad traffic traveling to and from Chicago and St. Louis. As the town grew, so did the need for a financial institution, and the Truitt-Matthew Bank was established in 1868.
In 1934, Truitt-Matthew Bank became the First National Bank of Chillicothe. And then in 2014, First National Bank was acquired by Better Banks becoming the seventh branch location.
Better Banks is proud to continue the First National Bank’s commitment to their customers and the Chillicothe community. The combination of banks, each with a rich history and complementary core strengths, allowed the same dedication and commitment to our customers, with enhanced products and services.
Chillicothe Branch
Lobby Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Drive-Up Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Meet the Team
Jennifer Jeakins
Branch Manager
Seth Lopotko
Assistant Vice President
NMLS #524240
Amy Gales
Consumer Lender
NMLS #1748820
Chillicothe Community Involvement
Being a community leader is who we are. Our team volunteers hundreds of hours each year in leadership and education roles in addition to sponsoring local events.
As a community bank, we feel strongly that giving back to our local community is important.
Especially efforts aimed at improving overall economic well-being and making a positive difference in our local schools and communities.
Chillicothe Community News
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Molly's Ribbon Cutting
Recently, we were able to celebrate at the ribbon cutting ceremony for Molly's Pizzeria in Chillicothe. We're so glad you're here. -
Keeping Our Seniors Safe
Teresa Admire and Brian Nixon stopped by the Pearce Community Center to speak to their senior group about scams and how to protect themselves against fraud. -
Better Your Community Winner
Congratulations to our second winner Corey James of Chillicothe! Corey was honored by his friends and family as he was presented with the big check. Corey started an amazing organization, Freedom Paws Service Dogs.
Better Banks Blog
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Welcome to Adulthood!
So you graduated! You got a high school diploma, cap & gown—and a long list of new responsibilities. Now you can look forward to juggling food costs, school supplies, and social life. To ensure everything goes smoothly, you should open a checking account if you don’t already have one. + -
Saving for the Unexpected Isn't Just for Emergencies
Everyone can agree that having emergency savings is ideal, right? Personal finance experts have preached the importance of having three to six months of living expenses put aside for emergencies or a “rainy day.” + -
How to Create a Budget That Works for You
Creating a budget is one of the most effective ways to take control of your finances. A well-structured budget helps you track your income and expenses, build savings, and make informed financial decisions. +