After a strenuous early afternoon of hanging curtains at the Jonesville Office, I took Tammie (my bride) out for lunch for the work she had done in the office. We were in line at a local restaurant, and there was an older lady ahead of us. As she reached the end of the line to… Read more »
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Letters From Leton: What’s In A Name?
Do you remember the first time you saw your name on a nameplate? There it was on your station or desk telling the world who you are. Perhaps it was your first business card sharing where you worked and what you did. If you were like me, a certain pride swelled up inside of you.… Read more »
Letters From Leton: Don’t Kill That Moth!
Wednesday nights I often listen to a show called “The Moth Radio Hour” that features story tellers (I have been trying to learn to come out of shell as a public speaker). On a recent episode, Les Strayhorn told a story regarding going to school in North Carolina as a black man during integration in… Read more »
Letters From Leton: Some Things Are Made To Last!
In a fast paced and ever-changing world, finding something that will last a long time keeps getting harder and harder. I have a good friend, a brother in spirit in fact, William Fields. Some of you have met William as he has attended some events at our Abingdon location. After leaving Washington County to come… Read more »
Letters From Leton: Paying Attention
How many times in your life has someone asked, “Are you Paying Attention?” Maybe it was your Mom giving you instructions for the day or perhaps, that Teacher who caught you day dreaming on the first pretty day of spring. We all have a tendency to let our minds wander – but paying attention (or… Read more »
5 Tips for Back-to-School Savings
As summer comes to a close, the first day of school is quickly approaching. This is an exciting time of new beginnings, but it also brings with it new and sometimes unplanned expenses. In fact, average back-to-school spending is increasing year over year, with record highs expected for 2019. However, there are ways to get… Read more »
New Scam Alert: Fraudulent Calls Regarding Social Security Number
NEW SCAM ALERT: Beware of fraudulent calls claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. Never provide your social security number or other private information to someone over the phone. These types of scams can take on many forms. Today, a PVB employee received a voicemail from someone claiming to be from the Social… Read more »
Letters From Leton: New Beginnings
Sometimes we are afraid of something new. Perhaps it is learning to play an instrument or sport. Maybe learning about a new bank product or service. Perhaps it was that first day of school. Or maybe it is opening a new office in a new town… What will they think about us? They said they… Read more »
Secure Travel Tips
Traveling in style means traveling secure. These cybersecurity tips from Homeland Security can help keep your information safe while you’re on the go this summer. 9 Cybersecurity Tips for Traveling Before You Hit the Road… Update Your Phone Software In addition to being our lifeline to friends, family, and most of the world,… Read more »
Powell Valley National Bank Opens New Full-Service Office in Abingdon
Jonesville, VA–Powell Valley National Bank (PVB, Bank) is pleased to announce the opening of its newest full-service office located at 24495 Lee Highway in Abingdon, Virginia in the Walmart Development shopping area at Interstate 81, Exit 19. On Thursday, June 27th at 5:30 PM, Powell Valley National Bank, in conjunction with the Washington County Virginia… Read more »