Trump Accounts Launch July 4—What You Need to Know
The U.S. Treasury will officially launch Trump Accounts on July 4. The tax-advantaged investment accounts are for American babies born between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028. At launch, the U.S. Treasury will deposit $1,000 into eligible accounts for children whose parents have already submitted Form 4547. The account will be in the child’s […]
Nashville Post Office Credit Union Hosts July 1 Blood Drive, Others Invited to Attend
Credit unions are invited to attend Nashville Post Office Credit Union’s blood drive on Wednesday, July 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT at credit union, located 10 Rachel Drive in Nashville. “Blood donations save lives—sometimes the lives of our own neighbors, friends, family members or even small children,” said Cristy Skinner, CEO of […]
Tennessee Credit Union Leaders Graduate from Southeast Management School
The Association and the Southeastern Regional Credit Union School (SRCUS) are pleased to announce that seven Tennessee credit union professionals were among the group of 29 who graduated June 19 from Southeast Management School after successfully completing the three-year program at the University of Georgia in Athens. Tennessee Graduates Jordan Barto, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit […]
Credit Union Leaders Attend Southeast Management School
Credit union leaders from Tennessee and Mississippi are in Athens, Ga., this week for the Southeast Credit Union Management School, hosted by the Southeastern Regional Credit Union School (SRCUS). Southeast Management School equips credit union professionals with essential leadership, management and financial skills to navigate industry challenges. This three-year program combines advanced coursework with hands-on […]
Six Tennessee and Three Mississippi Credit Unions Named by Forbes as Best-In-State Credit Unions
On June 17, Forbes released its 2026 Best Credit Unions in Each State report, recognizing 246 credit unions nationwide for outstanding member satisfaction and service. Among those honored were six Tennessee credit unions and three Mississippi credit unions, highlighting the strong commitment of credit unions in both states to meeting the financial needs of their […]
Colorado and Illinois Interchange Legislation Updates
Nearly two dozen states have recently proposed or are actively carrying forward legislation to regulate or restrict credit card interchange (swipe) fees. Interchange legislation is not currently being considered in Tennessee or Mississippi, but it is important that we keep a strong pulse on what is happening around us. On Wednesday, June 3, Colorado credit […]
2026 Tennessee Hall of Fame Nominations Open
Do you know a credit union leader who has made a significant impact in your organization and the credit union movement? Created in 2010, the Hall of Fame Awards recognize the commitment, leadership and dedication individuals have made to the Tennessee credit union movement. We invite you to nominate the person in your credit union […]
Woman Gives Thousands to Scammer Claiming to be Tom Selleck, Turns Deadly in Murder-Suicide—June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Devastated about the loss of a high school friend, 79-year-old Karen Whitaker shared the information on Facebook. Shortly after, someone reached out claiming to be Tom Selleck and saying they had a relationship with her friend. Karen, coping with the loss, felt a connection and shared her phone number with the celebrity impersonator. The scammer […]
Tennessee’s Southern Security Credit Union is Featured in Season 3 of Opportunity Knocks, PBS World Channel Marathon Premiere Event Begins Monday
Opportunity Knocks, the award-winning series on PBS named “Best Feel-Good Show” by the Academy’s 11th Annual American Reality Television Awards, returns for Season 3 with a nationwide PBS WORLD Channel marathon premiere event. Why Opportunity Knocks Matters At a time when reality television is under scrutiny for rewarding exploitation, conflict and instant gratification, Opportunity Knocks […]
Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association Announces 2026-2027 Board of Directors
The Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association hosted its 92nd Annual Business Meeting earlier this week and is pleased to announce its 2026-2027 Board of Directors. Elected by the membership, these leaders will help shape the Association’s strategic direction and continue advocating for the interests of Tennessee and Mississippi credit unions. Executive Officers ChairwomanLaura Parham, […]