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After 42 years of service to Marion County Bank, Steve Kraayenbrink has retired, leaving behind a legacy rooted in relationships and community. Steve has helped shape what our bank stands for today: relationship‑focused banking, a willingness to roll up our sleeves, and a deep belief that a community bank can make a meaningful difference.

Building Community, Retirement, Team MCB

Farm families know the challenges well: how to manage today’s demands while planning for tomorrow. Cash flow shifts with the seasons. Markets change. Equipment, land, and people all need attention at the same time. And the decisions don’t affect just a business—they affect a family. That’s where having a true partner matters.

Agriculture, Serving You

Marion County Bank is pleased to announce an important leadership transition as the bank looks to the future. Following a thoughtful and planned succession process, the Board of Directors has appointed Klint Korver, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, as Chief Executive Officer of Marion County Bank.

Building Community, Serving You, Team MCB

Marion County Bank is proud to support the renovation of Pella Cinemas with a $15,000 donation, contributing to a $400,000 improvement project that has transformed the downtown theater experience.

Building Community, Donations, Pella

Please join us in welcoming Ashley DePena to the Marion County Bank team!

New Hire, Pella, Team MCB

Across four schools—Pella, Pella Christian, Knoxville, and Melcher‑Dallas—students stepped up, crowds showed up, and together those students earned a $13,075 donation for their schools. With 28 student participants, this year marks the second-highest donation total in the history of Bucks for Baskets.

Bucks for Baskets, Donations, Knoxville, Melcher-Dallas, Pella, School Support

Marion County Bank is giving away a Valentine's sweet treat gift box for Valentine's Day. Go to our Facebook or Instagram page to enter.

Students earned a total of $3,100 which will be added to the total from the first Pella vs PC event ($4,725) and then split between the two schools. With this event included, our donations to Pella and Pella Christian since 2004 have now reached $159,950.

Bucks for Baskets, Building Community, Donations, School Support

Our Bucks for Baskets season made another exciting stop—this time at Knoxville High School, where Panther pride filled the gym and students took center stage to support their school! Together, they earned a $3,225 donation for Knoxville’s Student Activity Fund!

Bucks for Baskets, Building Community, Donations, Knoxville, School Support

Join us as we celebrate Nancy Hammann as she retires from Marion County Bank after more than 41 years of service.

Retirement, Team MCB