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Sugartown Mercantile: Retail Success Made on Main Street

When Sugartown Mercantile opened on Stuttgart’s Main Street in May 2022, the sisters behind the business were thinking bigger than local retail. They wanted a storefront that strengthened downtown, reflected community character and was supported by trusted local partners, including Farmers & Merchants Bank. They’ve achieved all three. Sugartown Mercantile is operated by sisters Michelle […]

Farmers & Merchants Bank Appoints Brent Morgan as Regional President, Central Arkansas

Farmers & Merchants Bank announced the appointment of Brent Morgan as Regional President for Central Arkansas, strengthening the bank’s leadership team as it expands its presence in the Little Rock market. In his new role, Morgan will provide strategic leadership across the bank’s Central Arkansas operations, supporting businesses, professionals and community members throughout the region. […]

Farmers & Merchants Bank + The Bank of Fayetteville Name Chris Ward Regional President for Northwest Arkansas

Farmers & Merchants Bank has named Chris Ward Regional President for Farmers & Merchants Bank and The Bank of Fayetteville. As Regional President, Ward provides strategic leadership across the bank’s Northwest Arkansas operations, supporting businesses, professionals and community members throughout the region. Ward, based at the bank’s Bentonville office at 3210 S. Walton Boulevard, brings […]

Welcoming Kelly Haney: Bringing Hometown Care to Your Mortgage Experience

Farmers & Merchants Bank is pleased to welcome Kelly Haney to the team as a Mortgage Loan Officer, based at our Mountain Home Main branch. A Mountain Home native, Haney brings a strong commitment to building relationships and serving the community she calls home. In her new role, Haney will guide homebuyers and homeowners through […]

From the Field to the Bank: Grant Bonner Hired as Ag Business Development Manager

After nearly a decade working directly with farmers and agribusinesses across southern Arkansas, Grant Bonner is bringing that hands-on agricultural experience into a new role at Farmers & Merchants Bank as Ag Business Development Manager. Grant joined the bank on Jan. 12 and works out of the DeWitt and Stuttgart branches, focusing on agricultural lending, […]

Welcome Back Home: Vinessa Barrow Joins Farmers & Merchants Bank as Trust Officer

Farmers & Merchants Bank is pleased to welcome Vinessa Barrow to the team as Trust Officer, based in Mountain Home. Vinessa brings experience in trust administration and wealth services, along with a strong commitment to client care and community service. A Mountain Home native, Vinessa returns to her hometown after serving as a Private Wealth […]