News

Shred Day

June 15, 2019

First Federal's annual Shred Day is coming up on Saturday, June 15th from 10am until 2pm.

Back to School!

August 14, 2019

Be safe and protect our community kids on the first day back.

Downtown Association's Mini Golf Challenge nominated

September 6, 2019

The Downtown Association's Mini Golf Challenge has been nominated as a finalist for best downtown promotional event and First Federal was a partner!

Rides for a Reason

September 10, 2019

First Federal was a bronze sponsor of the 2019 Dylan's Drivers Rides for a Reason.

The Wizard of Oz

September 16, 2019

First Federal is a proud sponsor of Paris Community Theater.

Lisa Butler Attains National Certification

September 16, 2019

Butler recently completed the National Automated Clearing House Association’s Accredited Payment Risk Professional certification.

Red River Valley Down Syndrome Society Reach Rally

September 20, 2019

First Federal sponsors local Down Syndrome Society's Reach Rally.

United Way of Lamar County

September 23, 2019

First Federal participates in the United Way's 2019 fundraising campaign.

First Federal employees donate to the United Way

September 26, 2019

First Federal employee Angie Briscoe explains why she supports the United Way.

IRS Phone Scam

October 1, 2019

Beware of callers pretending to be the IRS. It may be a scam!

First Federal is a Checkout Stand Sponsor at the Downtown Food Pantry

October 1, 2019

We are helping to reduce the number of hungry neighbors in our community.

Chapel Hill ISD Receives Check from First Federal

October 2, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Chapel Hill ISD.

United Way of Lamar County Thanks First Federal

October 2, 2019

First Federal raises over $30,000 for the local United Way fundraising campaign.

Mt. Pleasant ISD Receives Check from First Federal

October 3, 2019

School debit card program presents check to Mt. Pleasant ISD.

Drive-Thru to Beat the Flu

October 4, 2019

Free flu shot clinic to be held at First Federal's Loop location on October 26th.

Blood Drive at Downtown Location

October 10, 2019

Join us on October 24th as we give the gift of life.

Rivercrest ISD Receives Check from First Federal

October 11, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Rivercrest ISD.

Teller Position Open in Paris

October 11, 2019

Applications can be completed at Workforce Solutions.

Cindy Guerrero Welcomed as New Employee

October 21, 2019

Cindy Guerrero will be working as a Teller at our Mt. Pleasant location.

Protect Your Mobile Device

October 21, 2019

Here’s some great advice about protecting your mobile device from criminals.

Security Tip of the Week

October 28, 2019

Create and use strong passwords that are unique to your accounts with our bank. NEVER share them with anyone!!

Employees celebrate Halloween

October 31, 2019

Paris ISD Receives Check from First Federal

November 5, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Paris ISD.

Chisum ISD Receives Check from First Federal

November 7, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Chisum ISD.

First Federal visits Kindergarten at Aikin Elementary

November 7, 2019

Aikin Kindergarteners learn about pennies and dimes.

First Federal participates in Chapel Hill ISD Career Fair

November 8, 2019

Students learn about different career options including banking.

First Federal supports Live Thankfully

November 12, 2019

First Federal gives $500 donation to local Live Thankfully organization.

Prairiland ISD receives check from First Federal

November 12, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Prairiland ISD.

North Lamar ISD receives check from First Federal

November 14, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to North Lamar ISD.

Christian Mitchell Welcomed as New Employee

November 18, 2019

Christian will be working at our Downtown Paris location as a Teller.

Clarksville ISD receives check from First Federal

November 21, 2019

First Federal's school debit card program presents check to Clarksville ISD.

First Federal holiday hours

November 26, 2019

First Federal announces their Thanksgiving hours.

Clarksville phones down

November 26, 2019

Phone lines don't seem to be working at our Clarksville location.

First Federal matches donations to the Salvation Army

December 4, 2019

Stop by Brookshire's on Dec. 11th to help us help our community!

North Lamar FFA students decorate Christmas trees

December 6, 2019

First Federal makes donation for their help.

Secret Service launches Operation Quick Glance

December 6, 2019

Helps consumers identify counterfeit currency

First Federal boards The Polar Express

December 9, 2019

Wins 3rd place in Commercial Division

Salvation Army receives matching donation from First Federal

December 13, 2019

Over $2,600 raised to be used in the community

First Federal hosts new intern

January 14, 2020

Lindsey Blair Bethel to learn the ropes at First Federal

New Board Director elected

February 10, 2020

Brad Meyers to join slate of 9 other directors

New bank officers named at recent annual meeting

February 10, 2020

Four employees receive promotions to bank officer

First Federal to partner with Paris Junior High

February 12, 2020

Will be contributing time and effort on campus soon

Be careful of scammers posing as the IRS

February 12, 2020

The IRS will not call you to demand payment

Jeff Wright celebrates 36th anniversary with First Federal

February 14, 2020

Jeff is a Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at the Downtown banking center

First Federal will be closed in observance of President's Day on Monday, Feb. 17th

February 14, 2020

Valentine dancers visit First Federal

February 14, 2020

Local girls perform "Dancing Valentine"

First Federal supports the Children's Advocacy Center

February 15, 2020

19th annual Sweetheart Soiree is a success

Mae Hemingway celebrates 35th anniversary with First Federal

February 18, 2020

Mae is a Teller at the Clarksville banking center

First Federal recognized at the annual United Way awards luncheon

February 20, 2020

Workplace Gold level awarded to bank for pledges of more than $30,000 for 2020

Amanda Basinger celebrates 13th anniversary with First Federal

February 21, 2020

Amanda is a Customer Service Representative at the Downtown banking center

Kim Poteet celebrates 34th anniversary with First Federal

February 24, 2020

Kim is an Item Processor at the Downtown banking center

First Federal celebrates our ladies

February 24, 2020

Female employees keep bank running smoothly

Beware of Phone and E-mail Scams

February 25, 2020

Don't fall for a scam to reveal personal information

Kiwanis Club of Paris Pancake Days

February 26, 2020

Tickets available at First Federal

Angie Briscoe celebrates 2nd anniversary with First Federal

February 28, 2020

Angie is a Mortgage Loan Officer at our Loop banking center

Patty Bryan celebrates 35th anniversary with First Federal

March 2, 2020

Patty is a Loan Assistant at our Downtown banking center

Jason Schoggins celebrates 12th anniversary with First Federal

March 3, 2020

Jason is a Mortgage Loan Officer at our Loop banking center

Full-time Teller position open

March 3, 2020

To apply go to Workforce Solutions

Mt. Pleasant branch renovation

March 4, 2020

Come see the changes we've made. It looks fabulous!

Time change - Spring Forward

March 5, 2020

Don't forget to change your clocks on Saturday night

Amanda Upchurch celebrates 5th anniversary with First Federal

March 6, 2020

Amanda is a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Downtown banking center

Reader's Choice Best Bank in Lamar County!

March 11, 2020

Thank you, Lamar County, for voting for us in The Paris News' awards!

#1 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 13, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

#2 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 15, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

#3 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 17, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

We are closing our lobbies to protect our customers and employees

March 17, 2020

Please use our drive-thrus, online banking, ATMs and mobile app

All lobbies are closed beginning March 18th

March 18, 2020

Thanks for your continued patience

#4 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 19, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

#5 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 21, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

#6 CDC recommendation to stop the spread of germs

March 23, 2020

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19

Expecting a stimulus check from the government?

March 23, 2020

Beware of stimulus check scams

Shanda Land welcomed as new employee

March 26, 2020

Shanda will be working at our Downtown Paris location as a Teller

First Federal observes Good Friday on April 10th

April 6, 2020

Our drive-thrus will be closed on Friday, but will reopen Saturday from 9-12

How much will your stimulus check be?

April 6, 2020

Washington Post publishes information about stimulus checks

Don't fall for Coronavirus scams

April 16, 2020

Beware of scam artists trying to take advantage of you

Want to check the status of your stimulus check?

April 17, 2020

You can track your payment or set up a direct deposit

Full-time Teller position open at our Clarksville branch

April 24, 2020

To apply, email or drop your resume off

First Federal names scholarship recipient

April 30, 2020

Jayden Drake to receive a 2020 scholarship

Kourtney Ochoa welcomed back as new employee

May 4, 2020

Kourtney will be working at our Downtown Paris location as a Teller

Rosio Zamora welcomed as new employee

May 7, 2020

Rosio will be working at our Downtown Paris location as a Teller

Brad Meyers celebrates 5th anniversary with First Federal

May 13, 2020

Brad is a Senior Vice-President, Commercial Loan Officer, and serves on our Board of Directors

Ashlie Sims celebrates 17th anniversary with First Federal

May 15, 2020

Ashlie is a Customer Service Rep at our Downtown banking center

First Federal closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day

May 18, 2020

We will be open regular hours on Tuesday, May 26th

Carolyn Drake celebrates 25th anniversary with First Federal

May 18, 2020

Carolyn is an Assistant Vice-President and Collection Officer at our Downtown banking center

Melissa Gibson celebrates 14th anniversary with First Federal

May 20, 2020

Melissa is an Information Technology Network Engineer at our Downtown banking center

First Federal lobbies now open!

May 21, 2020

New safety precautions now in place

Mt. Pleasant lobby closing

May 22, 2020

Drive-thru to remain open

Delona Filkins celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

May 22, 2020

Delona is an Item Processor at our Downtown banking center

Becky Malone celebrates 11th anniversary with First Federal

May 26, 2020

Becky is a Loan Processor at our Downtown banking center

Becky Hatcher celebrates 18th year with First Federal

May 28, 2020

Becky is the Teller Manager at our Loop banking center

Maranda Hicks celebrates 13th year with First Federal

May 28, 2020

Maranda is a Loan Quality Control Specialist at our Downtown banking center

Lexi Adams celebrates 2nd year with First Federal

May 29, 2020

Lexi is a Teller at our Downtown banking center

Lisa Butler celebrates 32nd year with First Federal

June 1, 2020

Lisa is an Assistant Vice President - Deposit Services Manager at our Downtown banking center

Heather Taylor welcomed as new employee

June 1, 2020

Heather will be working at our Clarksville location as a Teller

Wade White celebrates 1st anniversary with First Federal

June 3, 2020

Wade is a Vice President - Commercial Loan Officer at our Downtown banking center

Dacia Norlin celebrates 1st anniversary with First Federal

June 4, 2020

Dacia is a Teller at our Loop banking center

Kat Coleman celebrates 5th anniversary with First Federal

June 11, 2020

Kat is in the Accounting Department at the Downtown banking center

LaWanda Ladell celebrates 22nd anniversary with First Federal

June 15, 2020

LaWanda is Vice President of Mortgage Loan Services at our Downtown banking center

Josiah Daniel celebrates 11th anniversary with First Federal

June 15, 2020

Josiah is an Information Technology Network Engineer at our Downtown banking center

Susie Bristow celebrates 29th anniversary with First Federal

June 17, 2020

Susie is a Consumer Loan Officer at our Loop banking center

Molly Woodall celebrates 19th anniversary with First Federal

June 19, 2020

Molly is in the Customer Support Center at our Downtown banking center

Melissa Salter celebrates 17th anniversary with First Federal

June 23, 2020

Melissa is a Loan Assistant at our Downtown banking center

Transparency in our Community

June 24, 2020

Employee tests positive for COVID-19

New website launch soon!

June 25, 2020

Exciting things are coming! Stay tuned!

Beautiful welcome at our Loop banking center

June 25, 2020

Gorgeous purple flowers greet customers

Delores Knight celebrates 13th anniversary with First Federal

June 26, 2020

Delores is in the Customer Support Center at our Downtown banking center

Have extra coins lying around?

June 29, 2020

Need a little extra spending cash?

First Federal to be closed for upcoming holiday

July 1, 2020

We will be closed on July 3rd & 4th in observance of Independence Day

Sonya Lawrence celebrates 17th anniversary with First Federal

July 1, 2020

Sonya is a Vice President, Branch Manager, and Board Secretary at our Loop banking center.

Exciting things are coming!

July 1, 2020

Our new website will be here next week! Stay tuned!

Ashley Bush celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

July 2, 2020

Ashley is a Teller at our Loop banking center

Lexie Guion celebrates 1st anniversary with First Federal

July 7, 2020

Lexie is a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Downtown banking center

Our new website has launched!

July 8, 2020

New website is full of great features and functionality that you will love!

Scout Bestul celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

July 8, 2020

Scout is the Assistant Teller Manager at our Loop Banking Center

Leslie Zuniga celebrates 9th anniversary with First Federal

July 13, 2020

Leslie is a Customer Service Representative/Teller at our Mt. Pleasant banking center.

Kitten needs adopting

July 14, 2020

Accounting department names him "Ledger".

Kandace Davidson celebrates 10th anniversary with First Federal

July 15, 2020

Kandace is a Loan Review Specialist at our Downtown Banking Center.

Downtown banking center lobby temporarily closed

July 20, 2020

You may make an appointment by calling 903-784-0881.

Holly Scott celebrates 21st anniversary with First Federal.

July 27, 2020

Holly is a Customer Service Representative at our Loop Banking Center.

Full-time teller position open

July 27, 2020

Email resume to hr@ffcbank.com

Kaitlyn McCarter celebrates 1st anniversary with First Federal

July 29, 2020

Kaitlyn is a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Downtown Banking Center.

Chesney May welcomed as new employee

August 3, 2020

Chesney will be working at our Downtown location as a Teller.

Downtown banking center lobby reopens

August 3, 2020

Come in and see us!

Dee Aguilar celebrates 13th anniversary with First Federal

August 6, 2020

Dee is a Customer Service Representative/Teller at our Mt. Pleasant Banking Center.

Dianna McAulay celebrates 30th anniversary with First Federal

August 6, 2020

Dianna is a Loan Assistant at our Loop Banking Center.

Teena McDowra celebrates 30th anniversary with First Federal

August 7, 2020

Teena is an Assistant Vice President/Assistant Branch Manager at our Loop Banking Center.

Kim Ross celebrates 1st anniversary with First Federal

August 11, 2020

Kim is a Customer Service Representative/Teller at our Clarksville Banking Center.

Mercedez Marlow celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

August 12, 2020

Mercedez is a Teller at our Downtown Banking Center.

Caleb North celebrates 13th anniversary with First Federal

August 13, 2020

Caleb is an Accountant at our Downtown Banking Center.

Dick Amis celebrates 47th anniversary with First Federal

August 14, 2020

Dick is the President/CEO and Board Chairman.

Ashley Amerson celebrates 10th anniversary with First Federal

August 17, 2020

Ashley is an Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager at our Mt. Pleasant Banking Center.

Jessica Driggers celebrates 2nd anniversary with First Federal

August 17, 2020

Jessica is a Teller at our Loop Banking Center.

John Brockman celebrates 9th anniversary with First Federal

August 20, 2020

John is the Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer.

Lori Benson celebrates 4th anniversary with First Federal

August 21, 2020

Lori is an Assistant Vice President and the Human Resources Coordinator.

Stacey Wood celebrates 19th anniversary with First Federal

August 26, 2020

Stacey is a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Loop Banking Center.

First Federal to be closed for upcoming holiday

August 31, 2020

We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

Kayla Lancaster welcomed as new employee

September 2, 2020

Kayla will be working at our Downtown Paris location as a Teller.

First Federal supports Prairiland Athletic Booster Club

September 2, 2020

Logan Stockton celebrates 7th anniversary with First Federal

September 3, 2020

Logan is a Teller at our Loop Banking Center.

Paris Loop banking center lobby closed temporarily

September 4, 2020

Drive-thru still open

Michele Vaughan celebrates 2nd anniversary with First Federal

September 4, 2020

Michele is a Commercial Real Estate Loan Assistant at our Downtown Banking Center.

First Federal to be closed for upcoming holiday

September 4, 2020

We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

Lana Carlisle celebrates 15th anniversary with First Federal

September 8, 2020

Lana is a Customer Service Representative and Teller Supervisor at our Mount Pleasant Banking Center.

We no longer print loan coupons

September 10, 2020

First Federal supports Paris High School Band Boosters

September 10, 2020

Mandy Wise celebrates 14th anniversary with First Federal

September 10, 2020

Mandy is a Loan Quality Control Specialist at our Downtown Banking Center.

Beware of gift card phone scam

September 15, 2020

Caller claims to be from Publisher's Clearing House

Alisha Rhoades celebrates 21st anniversary with First Federal

September 21, 2020

Alisha is an Assistant Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer at our Loop Banking Center.

Dara Campbell celebrates 12th anniversary with First Federal

September 25, 2020

Dara is a Customer Service Representative at our Loop Banking Center.

First Federal announces Years of Service awards

September 27, 2020

Eight employees celebrate work milestones

Jessica Jones celebrates 8th anniversary with First Federal

October 1, 2020

Jessica is a Commercial Loan Assistant at our Downtown Banking Center.

Are you smarter than a scammer?

October 1, 2020

Take this quiz to find out!

Do We Have Your Current Contact Info

October 1, 2020

We need your new address, phone number and email addresses.

Columbus Day closing

October 5, 2020

We will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12th in observance of Columbus Day.

Karen McDowell celebrates 18th anniversary with First Federal

October 7, 2020

Karen is an Accountant at our Downtown Banking Center.

Bonnie Green celebrates 17th anniversary with First Federal

October 9, 2020

Bonnie is a Customer Service Representative/Teller Supervisor at our Clarksville Banking Center.

Give the gift of life!

October 19, 2020

Carter BloodCare will be here October 29th.

Think Before You Click

October 20, 2020

Beware of suspicious text messages.

Have You Done Your Civic Duty?

October 20, 2020

Early voting now open.

New ATMs being installed

October 21, 2020

Come see our new ATMs!

Special Customer visits Loop branch

October 28, 2020

You never know who's going to drop by the bank!

Carter BloodCare bus is at our Downtown location today

October 29, 2020

Stop by between 9:00 and 2:00 to donate.

James Welch celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

October 29, 2020

James is a Senior Vice President and Commercial Lending officer at our Downtown Banking Center.

Happy Halloween from the only bank you'll ever need!

October 30, 2020

Don't forget to Fall Back!

October 30, 2020

Set your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 1st.

International Debit Card Alert

November 5, 2020

Online international purchases are now restricted.

First Federal Celebrates successful United Way Campaign

November 6, 2020

Hamburger lunch prepared for employees.

Veterans Day closing

November 6, 2020

We will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

Evie Taber celebrates 16th anniversary with First Federal

November 9, 2020

Evie is a Customer Service Representative at our Loop Banking Center.

COVID mobile testing coming to Paris

November 10, 2020

November 10-13 at Paris Junior College.

Thanskgiving Holiday Hours

November 17, 2020

Our lobbies will close effective 11/23

November 19, 2020

Drive-thrus will still be open at all locations.

Tara King Insurance thanks Clarksville branch

November 19, 2020

Agency shows appreciation for partnership

Joe Farmer celebrates 41st anniversary with First Federal

November 25, 2020

Joe is the Senior Vice President/Compliance, Security, BSA Officer and CRA Officer at our Downtown Banking Center.

Jennifer Gunn celebrates 2nd anniversary with First Federal

November 30, 2020

Jennifer is a Commercial Loan Assistant at our Downtown Banking Center.

Salvation Army red kettle drive looks different this year

November 30, 2020

COVID may keep us from ringing bells, but it won't keep us from helping our community!

Esbeyda Reyes celebrates 3rd anniversary with First Federal

December 1, 2020

Esbeyda is a Loan Processor at our Downtown Banking Center.

COVID-19 cases are rising

December 1, 2020

CDC reminds us how to stay healthy.

Molly Woodall is Chamber's December Customer Service Award winner!

December 4, 2020

Customer Karen Boaz nominated Molly for the Chamber of Commerce award.

Good luck to local bands as they compete at State

December 8, 2020

We wish all three bands the best at their UIL State marching band competition next week!

Beware of scam phone calls from Apple or Amazon

December 9, 2020

Caller will ask about securing an Amazon or iCloud account

Christmas holiday hours

December 14, 2020

Kandi Newman celebrates 4th anniversary with First Federal

December 18, 2020

Kandi is a Customer Service Representative at our Downtown Banking Center.

New Year's holiday hours

Stimulus checks coming soon

December 30, 2020

Should be arriving in accounts around Jan. 4th.

MLK holiday hours

January 11, 2021

Robert Slider celebrates 20th anniversary with First Federal

January 11, 2021

Robert is a Senior Vice President and Information Technology Officer at our Downtown Banking Center.

Jonnie Bankhead celebrates 23rd anniversary with First Federal

January 11, 2021

Jonnie is an Assistant Vice President and Teller Manager at our Downtown Banking Center.

Jeff McDowra celebrates 25th anniversary with First Federal

January 12, 2021

Jeff is an Assistant Vice President and Loan Officer at our Downtown Banking Center.

Our lobbies are now open

January 19, 2021

Lobbies at all of our banking centers are open to serve you!

Rhonda Kittle celebrates 20th anniversary with First Federal

January 19, 2021

Rhonda is a Loan Assistant at our Mt. Pleasant Banking Center.

Julie Elmore celebrates 20th anniversary with First Federal

January 20, 2021

Julie is the Item Processing Manager at our Downtown Banking Center.

Beware of mortgage loan postcard scam

January 26, 2021

This is a scam and was not sent from First Federal.

Full-time Loan Assistant position open

October 19, 2021

Email resume to hr@ffcbank.com

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