Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes today and most identity information is still obtained through hard copy paper sources. Shredding significantly reduces your risk when disposing of confidential information.

Shred Day at the Library will be held on Saturday July 20th from 10:00 A.M to Noon in the northwest corner of the gated parking lot, at the corner of Main Street and 4th Avenue SE. The gates will be open.

No limit on the number of documents residents may have shredded. Drop off documents or wait while they are shredded. No charge for this service. For more information please call 571-4292. 

When it comes to choosing financial products—such as credit cards, auto loans or mortgages—most Americans either do not comparison shop or conduct only limited searches for the best prices or terms. For example, according to the FINRA Investor Education Foundation’s National Survey, nearly two-thirds of all credit card holders reported that they did not compare offers to find the best rates or conditions.

May 29th is College Savings Day. The goal of College Savings Day is to encourage students and their families to open or add to an Indiana College Choice 529 Plan, which is one of the best tools available to help with paying for college. These plans were established to help people save money for students' post-secondary or higher education that can be used at eligible schools accross the country.

College Choice 529 plans are a great tax-advantaged way to save for current or future education expenses. The plan has many attractive features and benefits:

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) helps provide Americans with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary for financial success. The FINRA Foundation envisions a society characterized by universal financial literacy. Established in 2003, the FINRA Foundation supports innovative research and educational projects aimed at segments of the investing public that could benefit from additional resources.