Author: Powell Valley National Bank

6 Tips for a Scam-Free Summer

With summer soon arriving, many of us are gearing up for trips and vacations. Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission to help ensure you have a scam-free vacation. Research A good place to start is asking friends and family for recommendations on travel agencies, vacation rentals, hotels, and packages. Next, Google the… Read more »





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Powell Valley National Bank Promotes Jason Laster

Jonesville, VA–Powell Valley National Bank (PVB, Bank) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jason Laster to Vice President and Director of Information Technology of the Bank.  Laster joined PVB in 2002 and previously held the position of Assistant Vice President and Network Administrator.  Over the years Jason has gained a great deal of experience… Read more »





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Powell Valley National Bank Announces Special Homebuyer Programs

Jonesville, VA— Powell Valley National Bank (PVB, Bank) is pleased to announce its participation with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta’s First-Time Homebuyer Program and Community Partners Product Program.  The program provides funding assistance to consumers with down-payment proceeds and closing costs associated with a new home purchase. Buying a home is an important… Read more »



5 Benefits of Online/Mobile Banking

1. Bank Anytime, Anywhere Pay your bills in bed, check your balance on the couch, send money to someone across the country… With online/mobile banking, you have access to a 24/7, virtual branch of the bank. You can take PVB with you anywhere, anytime! 2. Increase Security & Control With mobile and online banking, you’re… Read more »





Powell Valley National Bank Participates in VBA Bank Day Scholarship Program: Virginia High School Seniors Will Shadow Bankers for a Chance to Win College Scholarship Money

Jonesville, VA – On March 19, Virginia high school seniors will spend the day shadowing bankers at Powell Valley National Bank (PVB, Bank) as part of Bank Day, a statewide effort sponsored by the Virginia Bankers Association (VBA) Education Foundation and the VBA Emerging Bank Leaders.  The purpose of the day is to expose students… Read more »



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Powell Valley National Bank Proud to Sponsor Weber City Elementary School for Virginia Reads One Book

Weber City, VA — More than 60,000 public school students and their families from across Virginia will read the same book on the same schedule starting Friday, March 1. It’s all part of Virginia Reads One Book — a new reading program from Richmond-based Read to Them.  Powell Valley National Bank is a proud sponsor… Read more »



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How to Use Your Smartphone to Detect Card Skimmers at Gas Pumps

Card skimmers are small electronic devices that criminals put in gas pumps to steal people’s card information when they pay for gas at the pump. The Texas Department of Agriculture recently released a video about avoiding card skimmers, and one of the most interesting tips was to use your smartphone to check for Bluetooth signals… Read more »