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
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Drive-Up Banking
Monday - Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:00 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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Building Your Dream Home: Better Banks’ Guide to Construction Loans
With the shortage of homes on the market, chances are you're considering building your next home. Embarking on the journey to build a new home is incredibly exciting, but we know it can also feel a bit daunting. + -
Navigating Financial Responsibilities: A Guide for High School Graduates
Hey, grads! Congratulations on crossing one of the significant milestones in your life – high school graduation. The world is your oyster, and whether you’re heading off to college, starting a job, or taking a gap year to explore your passions, there's one thing you can’t avoid: financial responsibilities. + -
What's the Easiest Way to Save? Automatically
The easiest and most effective way to save is automatically. Think about it: Saving automatically is the exact same way that millions of employees save through 401(k) and other retirement programs at work. +
