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If you were affected by the equifax breach in 2017 that included and estimated 147 million Americans, you can now file a claim for compensation. You will receive free credit monitoring OR $125 if you already have credit monitoring in place. Additional damages can be...

A Cleveland, Tennessee resident was recently the target of a scam based on fear: She had a message on her voicemail  that mentioned Social Security, and told her if she didn't call them back in a timely manner she would be arrested. Upon calling them back, she spoke...

Mikayla Beasley of Cleveland, TN, has been selected as this year's recipient of Bowater Credit Union's Annual $2000 College Scholarship. In order to receive this scholarship, Mikayla competed against many other students who were evaluated based on grades, school...

June 2019 marked 85 years of the Federal Credit Union Act, which was signed by President Roosevelt in 1934. The act empowered all 50 states to authorize federally chartered credit unions. In honor of the anniversary, www.mycreditunion.gov honored the financial...

This years Calhoun River Town Festival's Duck Race for Charities event was nothing short of quacktastic and that is thanks to the all the wonderful people who donate both their time and money. Thanks to all the generous donations we were able to raise $1,737! The...

When you are looking for a new ride a low interest rate is definitely something worth getting excited about! AND your interest rate can vary greatly depending on the institution you borrow from, your credit score, your term length, and more. Term Length               ...

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”  These famous words from Dr. Seuss’s Lorax hold a special place at the new Boys & Girls Club in Meigs County, they are printed right on the wall.  And two people who care...

What is a HELOC? A HELOC - pronounced "Hee-Lock" - is a Home Equity Line of Credit. You are borrowing against the value if your house (like a mortgage), but can access as much or as little of the amount you are approved for as need (like a credit card). 70% for Home...

Congratulations to this years Pot O' Gold winner, Robert Bressler! After hearing good things about Bowater Credit Union for years, Mr. Bressler decided to give us a shot and has now been with us for several years. When asked what he would do with the money he quickly...

This is the year to ditch the floats and get the boat you have always wanted!  New Boat You can choose fixed-rate financing for 36 or 60 months and pay no money down. Or, you may elect to take avantage of our 72-month variable-rate loan if your boat is valued at...