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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. – Credit unions have an opportunity to provide reassurance to consumers in the form of convenient financial solutions that balance immediate needs with long-term financial success, according to new research from Co-op Solutions.

BANNOCKBURN, Ill.– Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) has lowered its par value share minimum to $1 from $5.

GERMANTOWN, Md.–SkyPoint FCU said it is rolling out its new business banking services in three phases. 

PORTLAND, Maine–Town & Country FCU has entered into a partnership with the House of Languages to provide on-demand phone and video translation services as well as scheduled in-person options.

TAMPA, Fla.–GTE Financial said it has acquired Blue Star Insurance Group Inc., a local and regional agency focusing on auto, home, business, life, and health insurance. 

NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa—GreenState Credit Union is reporting it has completed its private placement of $100 million of fixed-to-floating rate “Social Subordinated Notes.”

EAST LANSING, Mich. — MSU Federal Credit has launched AlumniFi, a digital credit union designed to maintain relationships with graduates of Michigan State University.

PASADENA, Calif.–Wescom Credit Union said it is now offering a discount on loans for “green” vehicles for the purchase or refinance of a qualifying electric or hybrid vehicle. 

LOUISVILLE, Ky.–In a $40-million-plus deal, L&N Federal Credit Union has purchased naming rights to the University of Louisville’s Cardinal Stadium.