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<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Memorial Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Monday, May 28th in honor of Memorial Day. Normal Business Hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29th. Enjoy the long weekend! <br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Hires Allard-Kotaska</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=37</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank of Minot announces the recent hiring of Heather Allard-Kotaska as a Loan Administrator. Heather is originally from Minot and graduated from Bishop Ryan High School in 2002. She currently lives in Minot with her husband, Eric, and their two children. She is a member of the Minot Young Professionals. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Wyman - New Mortgage Loan Officer</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=36</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank of Minot is proud to announce the recent promotion of Audra Wyman to Mortgage Loan Officer. Audra is originally from Westhope and graduated from Westhope High School in 2004. She then attended Minot State University where she graduated in 2008 with her Bachelors Degree in Finance. Audra has been employed at United Community Bank for the past 5 years and most recently served as a Loan Processor. She is active in Young Professionals and teaches Junior Achievement. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Leeds Open House</title>
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<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank in Leeds wants to invite you to join us for a Centennial Open House Celebration! <br /><br />Help our Leeds Location kick off our 100th year from Tuesday, Jan. 3rd - Friday, Jan. 6th from 9am to 4pm each day. Come enjoy Cake, Coffee, and Door Prizes in our beautifully remodeled Leeds Location. (105, Central Ave S, Leeds) See you there! <br /><br />United Community Bank. Celebrating 100 Years. 1912 - 2012]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Minot Customer Appreciation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Stop in at our Minot location for Christmas Cookies, Hot Apple Cider, and Coffee on Wednesday, December 14th & Thursday, December 15th! We have lots of 2012 Calendars still available so stop in, enjoy some Christmas Treats, and get ready for 2012! See you this week in Minot!<br /><br />Happy Holidays!]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Angel Tree</title>
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<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank in Minot would like to tell you about an opportunity to give back this Holiday Season. Ward County Social Services has set up their Annual Christmas Angel Program and United Community Bank in Minot has a number of Christmas Angel Tags still available! Please stop in to pick up your Christmas Angel Tag today! <br /><br />Tags are available for kids of all ages with a broad selection of gifts to choose from. You can buy for 1 child or for many children. Please return the gifts unwrapped to United Community Bank in Minot by December 16th. If you have any questions or if you would like your tags mailed out to you, please contact Chelsea at 701.839.3500.<br /><br />Happy Holidays!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Holiday Hours</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=32</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank's Holiday Hours will be as follows:<br /><br />All locations will be closed from Saturday, December 24th through Monday, December 26th for the Christmas Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, December 27th. <br /><br />On Friday, December 30th Cutoff and Closing for each location will be:<br />Drake and Leeds - 5:00pm<br />Burlington - 6:00pm <br />Minot - 6:30pm<br /><br />All locations will then be closed Saturday, December 31st through Monday, January 2nd for the New Year's Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3rd. <br /><br />All of us at United Community Bank wish you a very Happy Holiday Season and Joyous New Year! ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=31</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Thursday, November 24th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, November 25th for regular business hours. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Minot Area Chamber of Commerce Showcase of Business</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Minot Area Chamber of Commerce will once again host their annual Showcase of Business on Thursday, November 17th from 5 - 8pm at the ND State Fair Center. This year's theme is Carnival of Fun! <br /><br />The Showcase of Business gives Chamber members the opportunity to showcase their business to a target audience. Many Chamber members host booths at the Showcase and United Community Bank is no exception. We will be having a booth for the 2nd year in a row. <br /><br />Admission to this event is $10 per person and includes a variety of delicious food! Come out and stop by the United Community Bank booth for some fun and prizes! See you there! ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Veteran's Day</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=29</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Friday, November 11th, 2011 to honor the Veterans, our Active Military currently serving and their Families. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Happy Halloween from UCB!!</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=28</link>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone loves a good trick, but we should all do our part to make sure those little ghosts and goblins find their treats safely. This Halloween, keep these safety tips in mind!<br /><br /><strong>Trick-or-Treaters</strong> <br />*Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape.<br />*Always use the sidewalk and if there isn't one, keep to the left side of the road facing traffic.<br />*Approach only houses that are lit.<br />*Stay away from and don't pet animals you don't know.<br />*Go with a parent or guardian or a group of friends!<br /><br /><strong>Parents</strong><br />*Make sure your child eats dinner.<br />*Accompany young children and send older children with a group of friends.<br />*Know where your children plan to go and what time they are expected home.<br />*Although tampering is rare, have your children bring their candy home for you to check before they eat any.<br /><br /><strong>Homeowners</strong><br />*Make sure your yard, driveway, sidewalk, and front steps are clear.<br />*Put pets away to protect them from cars or inadvertently biting.<br /><br />Happy Halloween from United Community Bank!]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Columbus Day</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=27</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Monday, October 10th in observance of Columbus Day. The Minot Drive-Up will be open from 8AM - 3PM. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 11th. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB donates to Minot Area Recovery Fund</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=26</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank recently dropped by the Minot Area Recovery Telethon to drop off a $50,000 donation. Terry Zeltinger, President of the Minot & Burlington locations, presented the Minot Area Community Foundation with a check for $50,000 to be used in the flood recovery effort in Minot. <br /><br />UCB previously donated $50,000 to the Burlington Flood Recovery Fund. The bank has 6 employees between Minot and Burlington that were directly impacted by the flood. <br /><br /> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Attention Debit Card Users!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<u>Important information about your Debit Card!</u><br /><br />As of September 14th, we will be switching our Debit Card provider and changing from VISA to MasterCard. As of September 2nd, a new card was mailed to you, but this new card will not work until September 14th. Until then, please continue to use your existing Debit Card. <br /><br />What will this change mean for you? <br />*More surcharge FREE ATMs<br />*Real Time posting to your account<br />*Real Time balance updates<br />*PIN based transactions available<br />*24-Hour Fraud Monitoring<br />*Change your PIN using our bank's ATMs<br /><br />Again, your new card will not work until Wednesday, September 14th! If you have further questions regarding your new card, please contact our Operations Department at 701-839-3500. Thank you!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Career Opportunity</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=24</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank has an immediate opening for a Real Estate Department Manager. Secondary market experience required, excellent salary and benefit package. Send resume to Terry at United Community Bank, 925 20th Ave SW, Minot ND 58701. Equal Opportunity Employer.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Labor Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 6th. Have a happy long weekend!]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Leeds Celebrates 125th Birthday!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Leeds, North Dakota recently celebrated their 125th Birthday! Our Leeds location had a great time celebrating with the entire community. Happy Birthday Leeds!<br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Donates Money for Flood Recovery</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=21</link>
<description><![CDATA[In response to the recent flood of the Mouse River, United Community Bank has donated $50,000 to the Burlington Flood Relief Fund. As the only bank located in the city of Burlington, United Community Bank would like to express their sincere appreciation to the people of Burlington for their outstanding loyalty. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for 4th of July</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=20</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed on Monday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5th. We wish you a very safe and happy holiday weekend!]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>4th Annual Integrity Jazz Festival</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Integrity Jazz Festival will take place Saturday, June 18, 2011 in Minot's beautiful Roosevelt Park. Live Music will start at 12:00 Noon and run non-stop until 8:00 PM. The day will be filled with Jazz music by well-known jazz artists, as well as popular local talent. Vendors will be offering food, beverages, art, clothing and crafts. <br /><br />Headlining the event this year will be The Four Freshman, one of the top vocal groups of the 1950s. Additional activities include a Swing Dance at the Vegas Hotel on Friday, June 17th and a Jam Session at Off the Vine on Saturday, June 18th at 9pm. <br /><br />For more information visit <a href="http://www.integrityjazzfestival.com">www.integrityjazzfestival.com</a>. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Memorial Day</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=18</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed Monday, May 30th in honor of Memorial Day. Normal Business Hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31st. Enjoy the long weekend! <br /> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Brad Tengesdal Benefit Dinner</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Brad Tengesdal, a self-employed contractor, fell off of a roof and suffered a traumatic brain injury on February 16th. He is currently being treated at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul, MN. You are invited to attend a benefit in his honor to help defray medical costs and travel expenses. Please support this great man and his wonderful family. Cash donations can be made to Friends of Brad Tengesdal at First Western Bank & Trust. (PO Box 1090, Minot ND 58702)<br /><br />Support Brad Tengesdal Benefit Dinner will be on Friday, April 15th from 5pm to 8pm at the Minot Moose Club. There will be a Spaghetti Dinner, Bingo, a 50/50 drawing, and a Silent & Live Auction. Sponsored by Friends of Brad Tengesdal. <br /><br />His injury is serious and his recovery will be long. You prayers and your donations are sincerely appreciated! ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Employees Participate in Supermarket Sweep</title>
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<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank employees in Minot participated in the Young Professionals' 2nd Annual Supermarket Sweep competition. Chelsea Kirkhammer, Audra Wyman, Misti Rieke, and Myles Martwick made up the two United Community Bank teams. A total of 10 teams competed in this year's competition. <br /><br />Young Professionals of Minot started Supermarket Sweep last year to benefit the Minot Area Homeless Coalition. Money donated to the event is used to purchase items that will stock Minot Area Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens. This year the event raised just over $2,000! <br /><br />Congratulations to all the teams who participated! ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>UCB Closed for Presidents' Day</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=15</link>
<description><![CDATA[United Community Bank will be closed Monday, February 21st in honor of Presidents' Day. The Drive-up at the Minot Bank will be open from 8am until 3pm. Normal Business Hours will resume on Tuesday, February 22nd. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Wyman featured as YP of the Month</title>
<link>http://216.235.169.206/news/detail.asp?newsID=14</link>
<description><![CDATA[Audra Wyman, a Loan Processor at United Community Bank in Minot, has been featured by the Young Professionals of Minot as the YP of the month. <br /><br />Audra began working at the Minot bank as a Customer Service Representative in 2006. After graduating college in 2008, she switched over to the Loan department and has worked as a Loan Processor since then.<br /><br />When Audra isn't busy being a stand out employee, she helps plan Social events for the YP and teaches Junior Achievement in a Kindergarten classroom. Audra also enjoys golfing, playing Bunco, and getting together with friends. <br /><br />To view Audra's full profile, please visit the Minot YP's website by clicking <a href="http://www.ypminot.com/staff/staff-details.asp?staffID=236" target="_blank">here</a>. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>15th Annual Drake Breeders Classic</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Main Street of Drake will be filled with activity on Wed, February 2nd for the annual Drake Breeders Classic. The event takes place on Main Street of Drake from 10am until 3pm. <br /><br />Guests can roam the street, viewing different breeds of livestock and visiting with producers and implement dealers. Presentations include "Aging with Beauty and Grace" by Callie Johnson, McHenry County Home Economist at 10am and Dr. Kitto from Sheridan Animal Hospital will present at 1pm. There will be a Chili dinner from 11am to 12:30pm along will pie and ice cream sales by the Drake FFA. <br /><br />If you are a livestock producer, this event is for you! See you in Drake on February 2nd! <br /><br /><br /><br /><em>United Community Bank is a proud sponsor of the Drake Breeders Classic.</em>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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