The J.D. Power and Associates trophy's tour still continues and it recently paid a visit to Siloam Springs. The trophy had a chance to pose for photos at many popular spots in Siloam and catch up with our hardworking associates there.

Check out the photos below!

 The trophy stops by Broadway Street in Siloam Springs, AR.

The trophy visits the Sager Creek Arts Center for a picture.

The trophy took some time to relax at the recently restored fountain at the Siloam Springs Park.

The trophy poses near the steps at John Brown University.

Taking a moment for a photo opp outside the JBU sign.

To learn more about our recent J.D. Power and Associates award for “Highest Customer Satisfaction with Retail Banking in the Southeast Region”, click here.

Arvest customers visiting arvest.com on their mobile phone web browser have been directed to a truncated version of the website which most mobile browsers can easily access.  This screen offered limited graphics and information, featuring quick links to Banking On the Net login, Contact Us and Branches and ATM information.  These quick access links and simple interface are the best fit for most phones.

Many iPhone, Blackberry and other smartphone users have requested access to the full Arvest website via the mobile channel.  We are pleased to announce we now have added a link on the truncated phone screen that says "Classic", which will open the full version of arvest.com on your device.  (see graphic)  Opening the full site will allow you to view more product information and explore all areas of arvest.com.

If you are using your mobile web browser to do your banking and for managing our accounts, we strongly encourage you to use Arvest Mobile Banking, a more secure and easier way to conduct your transactions.  To sign up for Mobile Banking, log into Banking on the Net and click the Mobile Banking tab.  Mobile Banking is supported on AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and some US Cellular and TMobile devices.  Most iPhones and Blackberries are supported on these networks.

Bentonville associates participated in a jeans day to raise money for the United Way's "Stuff the Bus" initiative, which provides access to school supplies for children who need them to succeed in school.  This year's "Stuff the Bus" jeans day was our best so far and we raised $480 for school supplies! 

You can learn more about how you can get involved in United Way here.

In this picture, Angela Lovell presents Teresa Smith, Manager of Community Impact for the United Way of Northwest Arkansas, with our contribution.
 

The newest Arvest Bank located in East Springdale opened its doors Monday, July 20. The branch is located on the corner of Highway 412 East and Butterfield Coach Road at 3263 East Robinson in Springdale. 

Stop by the new branch to register for a $500 Arvest Visa Gift Card. The drawing for the card will be held at the Grand Opening on Thursday, August 6 at 11:00 a.m.. 

Strike, the Northwest Arkansas Naturals baseball team’s mascot, will be at the Grand Opening with the Natural’s inflatable games. Hot dogs, peanuts and cracker jacks will be served and kids will be able to pose for photos with Strike. 

Mayor Doug Sprouse, Chamber of Commerce members, Strike- mascot of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, Dennis Smiley- President of Arvest Bank, Springdale, Kathy Carlock- Sales Manager at Arvest Bank, Springdale and many other Arvest associates will conduct a ribbon cutting. Stop by and see us on August 6th at the new branch in Springdale!

Established in 1976, Helping Hands Inc. is a non-profit organization that runs one of the largest food pantries in Northwest Arkansas and provides support to more than 900 families each month!  Due to the increasing number of individuals and families in need of help this year, their pantry has given out more food than ever before, and is in desperate need of food.  Their biggest need has been for food that children ages 7-12 can prepare for themselves while they are on summer vacation.

The associates of Arvest-Bentonville responded to this need and collected pounds of canned goods, pasta, juice, beans, canned protein, peanut butter and so much more for the families who rely on the Helping Hands Pantry for their nutrition needs.  The food was delivered this week to the very appreciative staff at Helping Hands!  Bentonville associates will also be volunteering at the Pantry in an effort to further learn about the impact Helping Hands has on their community.

Thank you to all of the associates for their kindness and generosity! To learn more about Helping Hands and how you can get involved, click here.

During the 2nd annual Beacon Awards, Arvest Bank was one of 26 Oklahoma businesses honored for their role in supporting nonprofit programs that help Oklahomans in need.  Arvest was nominated for their statewide community support for Habitat for Humanity in the communities we serve.  During the past year, 350 Arvest bankers volunteered more than 1,500 hours to help five Habitat affiliates across the state with partial to full house sponsorships.

We are extremely proud of our associates donating their time to help this worthwhile cause. To learn more about Habitat for Humanity and how you can get involved in your own community, click here.

Arvest officially opened their doors at 3015 Alma Highway, Van Buren on June 22nd but celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 15th.  The branch relocated from 90 Cloverleaf Plaza.

Although the old location will be missed, as it’s been in existence for over 27 years, the new location is more customer-friendly and has easier access from the highway. It is very similar to the Rena Road location in Van Buren, with better parking, easier drive-thru access, more office space for associates and a bigger lobby for customers.  The new location is a full-service branch, including lending services.  Drive thru lanes will be open between the hours of 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.  The facility is approximately 4000 square feet and employs 10-15 associates, including Victor Martinez, Branch Manager and Caroline Brewer, Assistant Branch Manager.
 

A check presentation on behalf of the Walton Family Foundation followed the grand opening ceremony.  A check for $5,000 was presented to The Learning Center of Crawford County, a part of the Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center.   Victor Martinez of Arvest Bank was on hand as a representative of the foundation to present the check to Jackie Scarborough, Director of Child and Family Services.  The funds will help TLC with the purchase of playground equipment for the children who attend this facility. TLC is a day treatment facility for K-12 grade students to assist with emotional, behavioral and academic challenges.

The JD Power and Associates trophy also made a stop at the Grand Opening and at several places in Van Buren, including the Van Buren baseball field.

The recent J.D. Power and Associates trophy is continuing to make its rounds to many of our locations. Recently, the trophy made several stops in North Central Arkansas, which you’ll see from the photos below.

The J.D. Power and Associates trophy was awarded for “Highest Customer Satisfaction with Retail Banking in the Southeast Region”, something of which we couldn’t be more proud.

You can learn more about our award here and visit one of our over 200 locations to experience first-hand our excellent customer service.

The trophy paid a visit to Cotter Bridge on the White River. This bridge, which was dedicated in 1930, has become the symbol of Cotter, Arkansas.

The trophy stops at the Welcome to Yellville sign.

The trophy visits the newest Harrison location on the corner of Hester Drive and Highway 62-65 North.

A snapshot of the trophy with the beautiful backdrop of Lake Harrison.

The trophy poses outside of the historic Lyric Theater on the square in downtown Harrison. The Lyric first opened in 1926 as a movie theater, and currently is the site for theatrical productions, fine arts programs, concerts and classic movies.

The Yellville Courthouse

Hanging out at the beautiful Bull Shoals Lake. What a view!

The trophy in front of the grand 1929 Hotel Seville. Hotel Seville is located in downtown Harrison with easy highway 65/412 access. The full service historic hotel, built in 1929, places its guests near the L.G. Durand Conference Center and the North Arkansas College and is only a short drive from Eureka Springs and Branson!

The Mountain Home School District is nestled between Lake Bull Shoals, Lake Norfork and the beautiful Ozark Mountains. The trophy poses here in front of the high school, home of the Mountain Home Bombers.