Main Street Matters Blog

As we celebrate our nation’s founding, let's remember the independent spirit that birthed our country and continues among thousands of independently owned and operated community banks.

ICBA and community bankers are speaking out about a disturbing trend that should unsettle all taxpayers: large credit unions buying up smaller community banks.

ICBA's Cary Whaley explains why the Federal Reserve must play a leadership role in faster payments to ensure safety, integrity, continuity and equitable access for all financial institutions.

ICBA's Kevin Tweddle discusses the push and pull between fintech innovation and regulation in today's dynamic and technology-centric world.

Low- and middle-income home buyers seeking smaller mortgage loans should begin their search at their local community bank, ICBA Vice Chairman Robert M. Fisher writes.

ICBA's Kevin Tweddle notes recent industry accolades by several ThinkTECH Accelerator alumni including, Invest Sou Sou, which received Best of Show honors at this year’s Finovate Conference.

ICBA's Lindsay LaNore discusses ICBA's efforts to help combat the financial exploitation of older Americans and ensure community banks have the necessary training to help staff prevent, identify, and report suspicious activity.

The FDIC’s comprehensive review of the regulatory approach to brokered deposits and interest rate caps for banks that are less than well capitalized carries with it two pieces of good news for community banks.

ICBA's Kevin Tweddle shares examples of three community banks offering innovative services that align with today's 24/7 environment without losing sight of the need for interpersonal customer encounters.

This week marks my first year as CEO. It has been an exciting and gratifying whirlwind during which time our industry has achieved important advocacy gains while continuing our push toward common-sense regulations, innovation and differentiation of community banks.