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In This Issue
MAY 27, 2014 
In the Media
stories collected between May 4 - 26, 2014
This collection of positive news about credit unions and their activities is assembled from a variety of sources on the Internet and from credit union submissions. Note: links used here are external and the League does not control their expiration dates.
 
To share news from your Indiana credit union: send story links to Kay Neidlinger. You can also read more about credit unions' community service efforts--and contribute information at the  Commitment to Change website.
Indiana Credit Unions in the Media
Source: Credit union submissions and Internet news reports. Some stories may require passwords for access.
Herald-Press - by Lucas Bechtol 5/25/14
The Huntington County Federal Credit Union is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. (Subscription/password required)
Chronicle-Tribune - by Crystal Franks 5/24/14
Riverside Community FCU and Cancer Services of Grant County announced Friday that the pair will work together to raise money for the non-profit. (Subscription/password required)
PortageLife.com - 5/23/14
Members Advantage CU is hosting a shred day and will be collecting food for the Portage Food Pantry during the event.
"Solidarity's gift to the St.Joseph Foundation will be used to purchase equipment and support programs that speed healing and save lives, and that benefits everyone in Howard County. This gift is a great example of the good work that can be accomplished when two not-for-profits bring their distinct talents together to work for the best interests of the community they both serve."
nwi.com - 5/22/14
The credit union received the award from the National Society of Sons of the American Revolution. A photo of the award presentation is included with this story.
nwi.com - 5/22/14
First Trust CU awarded two $1,000 scholarships at the 54th annual meeting held at The Lubeznik Center for the Arts. A photo of one of the check presentations is included with this story.
WXIN FOX 59 - 5/22/14
FORUM CU's Andy Mattingly appears on Fox 59's "Money Matters."
Indiana's News Center 21 Alive TV 
- by Eric Dutkiewicz 5/21/14
In a side effect of General Electric's departure from Fort Wayne, a local credit union branch is closing next month.
nwi.com - 5/18/14
Stephanie Madison of Teachers CU is now mortgage originator at the Whiting service center.
journalgazette.net 
- 5/4/14
Cheryl L. Lepper was promoted to assistant vice president of human resources and training for MidWest America FCU.
National and Wide-Reaching Coverage
Source: Credit Union National Association and other national sources. Some stories may require passwords for access.
Wall St. Cheat Sheet - by Kirsten Klahn 5/26/14   
A big difference between the two is that a credit union is a not-for-profit institution. Because credit unions operate that way, they're able to usually offer you higher interest rates on savings accounts and CDs, as well as lower interest rates on loan products and credit cards.
HOUSINGWIRE - by Trey Garrison 5/22/14
"These bills are small but important steps towards addressing the crisis of creeping complexity with respect to regulatory burden," said senior vice president of legislative affairs Ryan Donovan for the Credit Union National Association. "Credit unions appreciate the work of the sponsors and we look forward to seeing these bills come up for a vote on the House floor as soon as possible."

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