News & Events

Juneteenth: Letter to Employees from First State Bank President Gene Lovell

Jun 19, 2020

I am writing today about race, and some of the racial issues we are living with. It is a topic I have too long delayed addressing with you. Why? Frankly, it is hard to have a respectful, decent, and honest conversation about such a painful issue. This is a poor excuse though, and I apologize for... Read More

First State Bank Named Best and Brightest Company to Work For

May 05, 2020

Commitment to its employees has long been a core focus for First State Bank, and they are honored to have been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in 2019.... Read More

Online Banking Channels Are Experiencing Technical Issues

Apr 15, 2020

Over the past few days, our Online Banking partner, that serves hundreds of banks nationwide, has experienced technical issues. These issues have impacted our online banking channels.... Read More

Macomb County Planning and Economic Development to distribute community grants for small businesses

Mar 25, 2020

In a news release on March 25, 2020, Macomb County Planning and Economic Development announced plans to distribute community grants for small businesses affected by COVID-19. County to use $800,000 in MEDC grants and up to $100,000 in matching funds from First State Bank.... Read More

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update

Mar 17, 2020

At First State Bank, the health and well-being of our customers, employees, and communities is our top priority. We assure you that our team is doing everything possible to continue to provide access to the banking services you depend on while following suggestions by the CDC to limit contact and preserve the health of all. Therefore, we’re temporarily limiting in-person transactions, meetings, and consultations. ... Read More

A Message to Our Customers and Community

Mar 13, 2020

While our branch network remains open to service our customers and community, for your protection, we encourage customers and guests to use alternatives for basic banking needs to limit the risks associated with the COVID-19 virus. ... Read More

Historic First State Bank First Oakland County Branch to Open

Feb 24, 2020

A full-service First State Bank branch is now open in Rochester Hills.... Read More

Banksgiving Honors Five Local Non-Profits with Giving Tuesday Donations

Dec 03, 2019

First State Bank will donate a total of $30,000 to five local charities who were selected by community vote as winners of the inaugural First State Banksgiving, a campaign designed to drive awareness of local non-profit organizations that are making a positive impact in local communities. The grand prize recipient will receive a $10,000 donation. Four additional organizations will each be awarded a $5,000 donation. ... Read More

COMING SOON: Mobile Banking App Update

Jul 15, 2019

We want to let you know we will soon be updating our Mobile Banking App.... Read More

First State Bank proudly supports the Anton Art Center and SatARTdays.

Dec 19, 2018

Pencil in second Saturdays for art with SatARTdays, presented by First State Bank.... Read More

Big Family of Michigan Receives $5,000 from First State Bank

Dec 03, 2018

Organization provides opportunities to transition into independence.... Read More

Macomb Rotating Emergency Shelter Team (MCREST) Receives $5,000 from First State Bank

Nov 14, 2018

Organization provides opportunities to transition into independence... Read More

First State Bank Employee Volunteers Join Macomb Habitat for Humanity Home Build

Jul 24, 2018

Building hope in Eastpointe.... Read More

Macomb Habitat for Humanity receives $5,000 from First State Bank

Jun 27, 2018

Local organization provides shelter and hope.... Read More

Families Against Narcotics receives $5,000 from First State Bank

Apr 30, 2018

Community bank continues centennial philanthropy into year 101.... Read More

First State Bank Establishes College Scholarship Program for Foster Youth

Apr 04, 2018

First State Bank reaffirms its commitment to the community.... Read More

First State Bank donates $5,000 to community kitchen

Oct 10, 2017

Macomb Feeding the Need named latest recipient of centennial philanthropy... Read More

First State Bank donates $5,000 to give girls a boost

Sep 13, 2017

“A Beautiful Me” of Macomb County named latest recipient of centennial philanthropy... Read More

First State Bank donates $5,000 to aid victims of child abuse

Jul 31, 2017

Care House of Macomb County named latest recipient of centennial philanthropy... Read More

First State Bank commits $5,000 to youth suicide prevention

Jun 27, 2017

KnowResolve of Macomb County named latest recipient of centennial philanthropy.... Read More

Upcoming Change to Surcharge-Free Allpoint ATM Network

May 26, 2017

As of July 1st, 7-Eleven ATMs will no longer be included in the Allpoint surcharge-free ATM network.

In the meantime, Allpoint has added CVS and Rite Aid ATMs which has increased the number of surcharge-free ATMs in Michigan. 

Later this year, Walgreens and Speedway will also be added further... Read More

First State Bank extends centennial philanthropy to Friends of Foster Kids

May 24, 2017

The second recipient of a $5,000 donation celebrating good people doing great things in the county is Friends of Foster Kids "Hats off to Grads".... Read More

First State Bank announces donation as part of centennial celebration

Apr 17, 2017

First State Bank celebrates its 100th anniversary in October. Each month until then, the bank plans to donate $5,000 to a different local nonprofit to celebrate good people doing great things in the county. The first recipient is the Macomb Charitable Foundation for the work they do helping homeless children.... Read More