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Murray, KY – The Murray Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Leah Bona, VP Finance Officer. Bona comes to The Murray Bank after working in the Accounting Industry for nearly 25 years.

"I am honored and excited to take on the role of Finance Officer at The Murray Bank and grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me by the leadership team,” said Bona. “I am also incredibly grateful for the mentorship provided by Marla Geib Hendrick since joining the Bank. As I transition into my new role, I look forward to working collaboratively with the entire team to achieve our shared goals."

Bona comes to The Murray Bank from Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC (ATA) with over 15 years of experience in public accounting, as well as over 10 years of experience in private accounting as a controller and CFO. Her responsibilities at ATA included tax and financial planning, preparation of corporate, business and individual tax returns, governmental and nonprofit auditing and an extensive range of accounting services.

Bona graduated from Murray State University with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. She received her Master of Business Administration with an accounting emphasis from Murray State University in 1996. Bona is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Kentucky Society of CPAs.

“With over 25 years of accounting experience, Leah is well-equipped to contribute to The Murray Bank’s ongoing success and growth,” said Tony Ryan, Executive Vice-President. “Her skills and passion align perfectly with our company's values and vision, which will make her a valuable asset to our team.”

Bona can be reached at the Main Office of The Murray Bank, 405 South 12th Street, or by calling (270) 753-5626.

Founded in Murray, KY, The Murray Bank is proud to be Murray and Calloway County’s only locally owned and operated bank. The Murray Bank has three offices; 405 South 12th Street, 700 North 12th Street, both in Murray, and 405 Main Street in Hazel. The Murray Bank is an Equal Housing Lender, Member FDIC. For more information on any services offered by The Murray Bank, call (270) 753-5626, (270) 492-8388 or log onto www.TheMurrayBank.com

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The Murray Bank is pleased to announce the addition of a new Mortgage Lender, Allison Stevens. Stevens comes to The Murray Bank after working in the Lending Industry for nearly 20 years.

“Working for a bank that is extremely family and community oriented is both motivating and exciting,” said Stevens. “I am thrilled to be at The Murray Bank, serving with a hard-working staff and dedicated community bank.”

Allison grew up in West Palm Beach, Fl, but now resides in Marshall County with her husband John Stevens. She has worked previously at Bank of America and Lake Chem Federal Credit Union. They have three sons, twin boys Wyatt (8) and Colton (8), and  Leland (6).

“With nearly 20 years of banking experience in lending and mortgages, Allison is well-equipped to contribute to The Murray Bank’s ongoing success and growth,” said Tony Ryan, Executive Vice-President.  “Her skills and passion align perfectly with our company's values and vision, which will make her a valuable asset to our team.”

Allison can be reached at the Main Office of The Murray Bank, 405 South 12th Street, or by calling (270) 753-5626.

 Founded in Murray, KY, The Murray Bank is proud to be Murray and Calloway County’s only locally owned and operated bank. The Murray Bank has three offices; 405 South 12th Street, 700 North 12th Street, both in Murray, and in Hazel at 405 Main Street. The Murray Bank is an Equal Housing Lender, Member FDIC. 

Murray, KY – During a special presentation between games at the Crosstown Classic, The Murray Bank proudly presented each school superintendent with a donation in the amount of $16,400. These donations were made on behalf of all The Murray Bank Spirit Debit Card holders.

“At The Murray Bank, we are committed to making a meaningful and positive contribution to the individuals, families, businesses and schools within our community,” said Tim Stark, Vice-President of Marketing at The Murray Bank. “Our community loves to show their school spirit and we are happy to give them a way to do it. This year’s donation is the second largest in Spirit Card history!”

With this year’s donation, The Murray Bank Spirit Debit Card donation totals over $248,000, with over $124,000 going to each school since 2009 when the program started.

“On behalf of the stakeholders in the Murray Independent School District, I wish to express my gratitude to The Murray Bank for funds provided to our respective schools through their Spirit Card’s,” said Coy Samons, Murray Independent School District Superintendent. “Financial assistance from community organizations and businesses, enable this school district to accomplish far more than it otherwise could have.”

“In these increasingly difficult financial times for Kentucky Schools, The Murray Bank Spirit Card donations allow Calloway County Schools to continue offering students both extra-curricular and co-curricular opportunities that would not be possible without this great partnership,” said Tres Settle, Calloway County School District Superintendent. “We are indeed blessed to have the support of The Murray Bank and remain honored by the investment that The Murray Bank customers and leadership continue to make in the children of this great community.”

The Murray Bank offers two Spirit Debit Cards, a Laker card and a Tiger card. Each Spirit Card features the logo of the school of choice on the face of the card. Customers of The Murray Bank can choose which school themed card they would like to carry and with each swipe of their Spirit Debit Card, The Murray Bank will make a donation directly to the school districts.

To get more information on how you can get a Spirit Debit Card and start helping your school, contact one of our Customer Service Representatives at The Murray Bank by calling (270) 753-5625, or by stopping by one of our three offices.

Founded in Murray, KY, The Murray Bank is proud to be Murray and Calloway County’s only locally owned and operated bank. The Murray Bank has three offices; 405 South 12th Street, 700 North 12th Street, both in Murray, and in Hazel at 405 Main Street. The Murray Bank is an Equal Housing Lender, Member FDIC.

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