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The Tarkington Family: John Ed Tarkington Still Sees Promise in Every Season

As the seasons turn once again, John Ed Tarkington is doing exactly what he’s done most of his life: bringing in another crop, his 60th. And like Tarkington, Farmers & Merchants Bank, the family’s banking partner since 1981, is marking eight decades rooted in Arkansas. For both, the milestones are less about looking back than […]

Celebrating 70 Years of Tradition in Prairie Grove

For 70 years, the Clothesline Fair has been a special part of the Prairie Grove community—bringing together tradition, creativity, and generations of families. This year, Emily Bullington, our Prairie Grove native and Bank branch manager, was honored to be selected as one of the 70th Square Dancing Anniversary design contest winners. The contest was hosted […]

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 […]