Scenic Community Credit Union Teams Up with Chattanooga Area Food Bank to Support Neighbors in Need
Scenic Community Credit Union is stepping up to support the Chattanooga Area Food Bank during a time when many local families are feeling the weight of rising food costs and recent funding cuts. Starting May 1, all Scenic Community Credit Union branches will collect non-perishable food items, and we’ve launched a secure online donation link […]
National Small Business Week—Small Businesses Like Lynchburg Soap Co. Make Shopping Unique
In honor of National Small Business Week, May 4-10, here’s a look at Lynchburg Soap Co., a credit union business member. When you’re looking for a special, one-of-a-kind gift for a special someone, there’s no better place to look than local small businesses. Tennessee’s communities are full of unique small businesses, many of which credit […]
Credit Unions Exempt from Tennessee Transfer Tax
Did you know? Credit unions are exempt from the Tennessee transfer tax of $0.37 per $100 on real property that a credit union purchases. Realty Transfer TaxThis is a tax you pay when you transfer ownership of real estate (like a house or land) from one person or entity to another. Indebtedness TaxThis separate tax applies […]
Tennessee Credit Union League Announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors
The Tennessee Credit Union League is pleased to announce its 2025-2026 Board of Directors. Two new volunteer board members, along with one incumbent, were elected to serve on the 2025-2026 Tennessee League Board of Directors. The members were selected during the 91st Annual Business Meeting, held prior the Annual Convention and Expo in Gatlinburg, on […]
Tennessee League Hosts 91st Annual Convention and Expo
Tennessee union leaders gathered in Gatlinburg for the Tennessee Credit Union League’s 91st Annual Convention and Expo. On Tuesday evening, we started the event with the Annual Business Meeting, which was followed by a derby-themed welcome party in the exhibit hall. Attendees wore their favorite derby-inspired attire and placed bets with play money. Wednesday opened […]
Shared Branching Awareness Week, May 19-23
We invite Tennessee credit unions to promote Shared Branching Awareness Week, May 19-23. The awareness week is a nationwide initiative for credit unions to easily promote the service of cooperative branching through Shared Branching to their members. It is that time of year when members take vacations, college students return home and storm season begins. […]
Orion Federal Credit Union Rebrands as Orion Financial and Launches an Updated Website
Orion Federal Credit Union is excited to announce its rebrand as Orion Financial, marking yet another important chapter in its commitment to partnering with individuals, families, and businesses on their journey to realize financial independence. For decades, Orion Financial has invested in community impact and prioritized financial literacy and shared success. The new name reflects […]
Pledge Your Support for Credit Union Startup, Fair Break Federal Credit Union in Memphis
Credit unions helping credit unions. We say it all the time. But do we really follow through? This is your opportunity to actually assist a fellow credit union. Fair Break Federal Credit Union was chartered to serve the economically disadvantaged residents of the greater Memphis metro area! An area of over 1 million individuals, where […]
A Message from the President: A Stronger Future Together
As you know, change is constant—especially in the world of business. The credit union industry is no exception, and neither are your trade associations. Just like your credit union must grow and evolve to meet the demands of your members, the Tennessee Credit Union League must also continue to grow and adapt to meet your […]
Elder Financial Exploitation Reporting Update
Elder financial exploitation remains a critical concern. In its latest advisory, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) reported that financial institutions nationwide identified $27 billion in suspected elder financial exploitation. On average, banks and credit unions file 15,993 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) related to elder financial exploitation each month. In Tennessee, the Tennessee Credit Union […]