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Verimore Bank Celebrates Opening of Kearney East Branch

Second Kearney location expands access and convenience for local customers

KEARNEY, Mo. (February 3, 2026) – Verimore Bank announces the opening of its Kearney East branch after completion of renovation. The updating of the branch represents a significant modernization to the building that is now entering its sixth decade of use.

“Verimore Bank continues to emphasize the importance of local presence and relationships in the communities we serve,” said Kristie Stuewe, CEO & President. “Our commitment to the Kearney community is based on that philosophy as we are pleased to be able to serve customers at two locations. With five branches now in Clay County, along with Verimore Bank’s local ownership and management, we look forward to the responsibility and privilege of providing vital community banking to the Northland.”

“We are excited to better serve customers with the largest presence in Kearney,” said Stacy Jensen, Kearney East Branch Manager.

The branch is located at 303 S. Jefferson Street and features an updated, customer-friendly design, making local bank services more accessible and convenient for customers.

Customers and community members are invited to visit the Kearney East branch 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or learn more at www.verimore.bank.

About Verimore Bank
Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $639 million in assets. As part of a network of banks in Northern Missouri, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kansas City, Kearney, Liberty, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in both commercial and agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X.

Verimore Bank Donates Downtown Property to City of Milan
for Future Recreational Space

MILAN, Mo. (October 15, 2025) – Verimore Bank and the City of Milan are proud to announce the donation of a vacant downtown property from Verimore Bank to the City for future recreational development. This contribution demonstrates the Bank’s continued commitment to enhancing community well-being and strengthening Milan’s shared spaces for residents and families.

The donated lot will serve as a foundation for a new public recreational area—an initiative that supports Milan’s vision of creating more opportunities for outdoor activity, connection, and quality of life.

“We’ve always believed our role goes beyond banking,” said Kristie Stuewe, CEO & President of Verimore Bank. “It’s an honor to support a project that will create new opportunities for families, children, and neighbors to connect and thrive. Our mission as a community bank relies on being a positive force in the communities we serve, and we appreciate the City of Milan giving us this opportunity to make a lasting impact.”

The City of Milan will work to transform the donated space into a vibrant recreational area where residents can gather, play, and enjoy the outdoors. The project aligns with the City’s broader goals to expand recreational amenities and invest in spaces that promote health, unity, and community pride.

“The City of Milan deeply appreciates Verimore Bank’s generosity and vision,” said Andy Herington, City of Milan Mayor. “This donation represents community leadership in action. It shows how local partnerships can drive progress and create spaces that make Milan an even better place to live, raise families, and build connections.”

“This is about giving the people of Milan another place to enjoy life together,” added Ed Evans, Senior Vice President and Loan Officer at Verimore Bank. “I’m excited to see this land turn into something that will continue to benefit our community for years to come.”

The City of Milan and Verimore Bank share a strong history of collaboration and civic investment, both recognizing that vibrant, engaged communities are built through shared vision and local leadership.

Verimore Bank and Stor Safe|iWerx announce community partnership

Partnership combines the strengths of the Northland’s premier bank for entrepreneurs with the Northland’s premier entrepreneurial development center

The partnership accelerates the opportunities for entrepreneurs to develop, access resources, network, and learn

North Kansas City, Mo. (September 5, 2025) –Verimore Bank, a trusted full-service community bank since 1934 with locations throughout the Kansas City Northland and Northern Missouri and Stor-Safe|iWerx, the Northland’s leading entrepreneurial space and business incubator. Together, they are launching a three-year partnership to create a central hub for businesses of all sizes.

The partnership has the simple mission of providing support, opportunities, resources, knowledge, and community to the two communities that Verimore Bank and Stor-Safe/iWerx both serve: Independent businesses and the Northland.

“This partnership is a perfect demonstration of our values,” said Kristie Stuewe, President and CEO of Verimore Bank. “Each day we live by our commitment to help businesses grow and prosper. The chance to partner with Stor-Safe|iWerx fits our business goals and our community goals perfectly.”

John Miller Jr., Managing Partner at Stor-Safe|iWerx, added “We have been supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs since 1973. We are extremely excited to have a partner who shares our same values and has the ability to keep the money local to support our neighbors and our community.”

The partnership will include a series of exciting and informative speakers, community events, business and financial education, and opportunities for meaningful interactivity with a variety of businesses. The partnership continues the community-focused approached of both Stor-Safe|iWerx and Verimore Bank. Combining these traditions increases their separate impacts by making the combined resources more easily accessible to customers, members, and the entire community.

Stor-Safe|iWerx has coworking spaces in North Kansas City and Gladstone while Verimore Bank has local branches in North Kansas City, Liberty, Kearney, and Kansas City, North.

Verimore Bank was recently named the 2025 Gold Winner in the Best Bank category in The Kansas City Star’s annual readers’ poll, “Kansas City Favorites,” and was recognized as one of the Strongest Mid-Size Banks in 2023 by the Kansas City Business Journal. It also holds a 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial, affirming its financial strength and reliability.

About Verimore Bank

Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $600 million in assets. As part of a network of banks in Northern Missouri, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Liberty, Kansas City, Eagleville, Kearney, Milan and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in both commercial and agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a 5-Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or X.

About Stor-Safe|iWerx

Founded in 1973, Stor Safe|iWerx has evolved into the Northland’s leader in small business entrepreneurial workspaces, offering independent offices, production facilities, manufacturing facilities, and storage solutions. Its diverse tenant base includes mechanics, estheticians, hair stylists, IT professionals, photographers, an antique mall, artists, a t-shirt shop, rock climbing, breweries, real estate agents, yoga, multiple gyms, construction companies, and engineering firms. Through iWerx, they also offer business services such as web design and development, logo creation, resume writing, and content and ghostwriting services. For more information, visit storsafenkc.com and iwerx.org.

First Missouri Bancshares, Inc. to merge with Clay County Savings Bank, Strengthening Commitment to Community Banking

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (January 21, 2025) – First Missouri Bancshares Inc., the holding company of Verimore Bank, a full-service community bank with locations throughout the Kansas City Northland and Northern Missouri, announces its merger with Clay County Savings Bank. Completion of the merger is subject to shareholder approval for the holding companies of both banks as well as the approval by regulators.

The merger will combine the strengths of both institutions, enhancing the ability to serve the community with increased resources, expanded services, and continued personalized banking experiences. After the merger, Verimore Bank projects to have assets of nearly $600 million and will have the second-largest branch network in Clay County. The merged banks will operate as Verimore Bank.

“We are thrilled to welcome the customers and employees of Clay County Savings Bank to the Verimore Bank family,” said Kristie Stuewe, President & CEO of Verimore Bank. “This merger represents a significant step forward in our growth strategy, allowing us to better serve our community with enhanced services and greater convenience. Both banks are locally owned community banks and we are excited about our aligned cultures and mission.”

Verimore Bank has a longstanding history of providing exceptional banking services to individuals, families, and businesses. This merger reinforces the mission to deliver reliable, community-focused banking solutions that meet the evolving needs of the bank’s customers.

DeAnn Totta, Chair of Clay County Savings Bank added, “We are excited to join Verimore Bank, a bank that shares our values and dedication to community banking. As a community bank that is proud to have served its customers for over a century, the transition to a bank with Verimore Bank’s history, leadership, and proven commitment to the Northland is a natural fit. Together, we will continue to provide our customers with the personalized service they have come to expect, now with even more resources and capabilities.”

About Verimore Bank
Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $466 million in assets. As part of a family of banks in five Northern Missouri communities, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in both commercial and agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank.

Verimore Bank donates $12,500 to Sullivan County
Memorial Hospital Foundation

MILAN, Mo. (January 6, 2025) – Verimore Bank is proud to announce the recent donation of $12,500 to the Sullivan County Memorial Hospital Foundation to support its purpose of generating resources for sustaining, advancing, strengthening, and developing the essential needs of the hospital to provide quality healthcare services to the community.

The donation will help support the foundation’s commitment to meet the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, and specialty physicians by continuing technological advancement with up-to-date medical equipment and ongoing building maintenance.

“Our bank is built on relationships, and we are committed to supporting organizations that help our community thrive,” said Ed Evans, Senior Vice President. “The hospital plays a key role in ensuring the well-being of local families and neighbors, and we’re proud to contribute to their important work.”

“At Verimore Bank, we believe in giving back to the communities we serve,” said Kristie Stuewe, CEO & President. “We are honored to partner with Sullivan County Memorial Hospital in their mission to provide exceptional care to the region.”

For over 90 years, Verimore Bank has had a tradition of working with our friends and neighbors in ways that uplift and strengthen our communities. With this donation, we’re simply continuing our tradition of community involvement and working with our neighbors to make our communities better.
 

About Verimore Bank
Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $466 million in assets. As part of a family of banks in five Northern Missouri communities, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank

New Hire Announcement: Jim Weaver joins Verimore Bank as a Loan Officer in Milan

MILAN, Mo. (September 21, 2022) – Verimore Bank is pleased to announce that Jim Weaver will be joining the bank as a Loan Officer.

Jim joins the bank with skills in agricultural and commercial lending in the community banking environment. He has been recognized for his work with small business loans, agronomy sales, and has experience in owning and operating a beef cattle operation.

“We believe that Jim is a great asset to Verimore Bank as we strengthen our support of rural communities,” said Ed Evans, Senior Vice President. “His knowledge of ag lending will be instrumental in the growth of our local lending efforts.”

 About Verimore Bank

Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $377 million in assets. As part of a family of banks in five Northern Missouri communities, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank

New Hire Announcement: Jordan Eiberger joins Verimore Bank as a Senior Vice President in Eagleville

EAGLEVILLE, Mo. (September 21, 2022) – Verimore Bank is pleased to announce that Jordan Eiberger will be joining the bank as a Senior Vice President.

Jordan joins the bank with experience not only in lending but also in retail and business banking in the community bank environment. He brings with him knowledge in managing all aspects of the lending process as well as maintaining large commercial portfolios.

"We believe that Jordan is the ideal fit for this role at Verimore Bank as a leader in our growth and success,” said Amy Jobson, Rural Market President.

“Jordan’s experience with lending will be a great addition to our team,” said Thomas Devoy, Chief Lending Officer. “His skills will help us continue to grow the personal service we have always prioritized in the community.”

About Verimore Bank

Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $377 million in assets. As part of a family of banks in five Northern Missouri communities, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank

First Missouri Bank is Now Verimore Bank

Verimore Bank name change represents a commitment to deliver more
value and convenience to its customers

Verimore Bank name underscores enhanced services rather than location

BROOKFIELD, Mo. (August 29, 2022) – First Missouri Bank – a full-service community bank with locations throughout Northern Missouri – announces it will change its name to Verimore Bank as of today, August 29, 2022. The Brookfield, Missouri-based bank will maintain its current staff and local ownership comprised of individuals who are committed to serving the communities they call home.

The root words within the name “Verimore” translate to “truth and trust + more,” which speaks to the types of products and services the bank has been providing since its 1934 inception in Brookfield – its operational center and foundation. The name change emphasizes the bank’s commitment to serving customers in and around Brookfield, as well as its four other Missouri branch locations in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City.

“Our rebranding to Verimore Bank is the result of time spent asking bank customers, employees and community leaders about what we do well, where we can improve, and what sets us apart,” said Kristie Stuewe, CEO of Verimore Bank. “In response to our customer research, changes will be about offering more big-bank capabilities to our commercial, agricultural and household customers, while continuing to deliver on the relationship-driven service they’ve come to expect.”

The Verimore name deemphasizes location and instead conveys the bank’s commitment to enhanced products and services. The refreshed name reflects how the bank is increasingly serving communities in and outside of Missouri, as four of its five branches are situated within 30 miles of neighboring states

Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets. Customers view the bank as more than a bank, but rather a trusted financial partner, according to the brand research.

“I am excited to be part of the bank continuing to provide more for all of our communities, particularly around Brookfield,” said Harry Holderieath, Chairman of the Board of Verimore Bank. “Our bank has been a strong, responsible part of the area for nearly 90 years by meeting our customers’ current needs while preparing for the future. Other banks seem to be leaving rural markets, I’m glad that Verimore Bank is investing in them.”
“I’m proud to be part of a team that continues to evolve to allow us to strengthen our role as lender, employer and neighbor in and around Linn County,” said Amy Jobson, COO and Market President of Verimore Bank. “Our dedication to the rural community is strong, which was why we made the branch addition in Milan. It’s satisfying to help lead a bank that is committed to our small businesses, local farmers and rural communities.

Going forward, Verimore Bank will bring even more banking capabilities and conveniences to clients. Its latest mobile banking technology updates are just the beginning. Verimore Bank will continue to build upon its 88-year heritage of offering progressive, robust services and personal touches that only a community bank can provide. On the business side, these include remote deposit, online cash management, payroll direct deposit, and positive pay. For consumers, the bank offers mobile banking, mobile deposit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other online banking services.

About Verimore Bank
Verimore Bank, founded in 1934, is a full-service community bank with $377 million in assets. As part of a family of banks in five Northern Missouri communities, Verimore Bank provides friendly, affordable, personal and convenient banking and financial services to the communities it serves. With its main offices in Brookfield, Verimore Bank also has branches in Eagleville, Kearney, Milan, and North Kansas City. Verimore Bank is one of the few financial institutions in the Midwest actively serving and growing in both rural and urban markets, with unique expertise in agricultural lending. Verimore Bank earned a Five Star Rating from BauerFinancial, which recognizes the strongest financial institutions in the country. For more information, visit www.verimore.bank