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First Option Bank acts as trustee for the John Emery Rail Heritage Trust.

John Emery, a native of Chicago and ardent rail traveler and enthusiast, created this Trust upon his passing in 2012. John had traveled the rail in over 125 countries, wanted to help educate the public and help recreate and preserve the rail passenger travel experience that he loved. Funds are to be used to restore or rebuild ancillary facilities essential to the operation of a working passenger operation.

The...

Geoff Branine Joins First Option Bank 

Paola, KS. (Apr. 14, 2021) – Blake Heid, president and CEO of First Option Bank, recently announced that Geoff Branine, mortgage loan officer, is the newest addition to the lending division of the organization.

As loan officer, Branine will assist individuals and families with their loan needs. Branine brings with him 12 years of professional experience...

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First Option Bank Offering Financial Relief Program to individuals and business owners who have been affected by COVID-19. 

Paola, KS. (Mar. 20, 2020) – As part of our ongoing commitment to work with customers to lessen the impacts of financial hardships due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, First Option Bank is offering a Financial Relief Program to our loan customers for consumer, credit card, mortgage and...