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Credit union celebrates CU Kind Day with service

Town & Country Credit Union joined credit unions nationwide in celebrating CU Kind Day on Oct. 12, a day dedicated to spreading kindness and making a difference through acts of service. With branches closed in observance of a federal holiday, 132 employees from across the organization volunteered their time in the Minot and Fargo communities, contributing 198 hours in just one day. The Town & Country team partnered with 15 local nonprofit organizations, supporting causes ranging from food security and youth programming to animal welfare and community enrichment. In Minot, staff ...

North Star announces new foundation

MADDOCK – North Star Community Credit Union has announced the official launch of the Aurora Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Created in response to the growing need for community-focused support, particularly in rural areas, the Aurora Community Foundation provides a dedicated way to build upon North Star’s existing legacy and invest more deeply in the communities it serves, according to the credit union.. The foundation will support programs and initiatives that promote unity, economic stability, education and community development. Its efforts will focus ...

Minot company partners with investment firm

Creedence Energy Services, LLC, has announced it has entered a strategic partnership with Monomoy Capital Partners, a private investment firm. Credence stated the partnership provides additional capital and resources to support geographic expansion, product and service development, and investment in the company’s people and technical capabilities. Creedence’s existing leadership team will continue to guide the business, and co-founder Kevin Black will remain as CEO and retain a significant ownership interest. “The Monomoy team took the time to understand our business, our ...

New foundation accepting grant applications

Town & Country Credit Union has announced the launch of the Town & Country Credit Union Foundation. Grant applications are open to eligible nonprofit organizations and close on Nov. 15. Founded through contributions and donations, the Town & Country Credit Union Foundation provides grants to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations for projects, programs and capital campaigns that create meaningful, positive impact. Grant applications are reviewed and awarded quarterly by the Town & Country Credit Union Foundation Board of Directors. The first awards will be made in December. The ...

SCORE creates Dakotas chapter to serve clients

SCORE has begun officially serving clients in North and South Dakota through one combined chapter, SCORE Dakotas. Combining three former chapters – Grand Forks & West Central ND, Greater Fargo and South Dakota – collectively into one chapter allows the new grouping to address the more urban and rural areas throughout the states. This combination strengthens SCORE's ability to serve entrepreneurs and small businesses across both states and beyond. During fiscal year 2026, which ended Sept. 30, the 50 some mentors with these three chapters mentored more than 600 clients, conducted ...

Credit union promotes two team members

Aspire Credit Union has announced the promotions of Kelsey Scharmer to assistant Operations manager and Elizabeth Rodin to Collections/Consumer Loan officer. Scharmer’s promotion comes shortly after celebrating her 15th anniversary with Aspire Credit Union. In her new role, she will support the Operations manager and help oversee the day-to-day operations of the credit union. Rodin joined Aspire Credit Union recently as a Universal Member Service representative, serving as a first point of contact for members and visitors. In the Collections/Consumer Loan officer position, she will ...