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Citizens National Bank

Citizens National Bank is a full-service, independent community bank serving seven communities in lower northern Michigan; Cheboygan, Onaway, Mackinaw City, Pellston, Indian River, Alanson, and Petoskey. We are the largest, locally-owned bank in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.On January 24, 1931 the bank received its charter from the federal Comptroller of the Currency and is entirely owned by the CNB Corporation.

Citizens National Bank is in the same location as when it originally opened doors in Cheboygan. However, through the years the bank has purchased surrounding buildings both to the north and west and incorporated them into the existing structure which continues to house the main office in downtown Cheboygan.

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Citizens National Bank

Citizens National Bank is a full-service, independent community bank serving seven communities in lower northern Michigan; Cheboygan, Onaway, Mackinaw City, Pellston, Indian River, Alanson, and Petoskey. We are the largest, locally-owned bank in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.On January 24, 1931 the bank received its charter from the federal Comptroller of the Currency and is entirely owned by the CNB Corporation.

Citizens National Bank is in the same location as when it originally opened doors in Cheboygan. However, through the years the bank has purchased surrounding buildings both to the north and west and incorporated them into the existing structure which continues to house the main office in downtown Cheboygan.

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Citizens National Bank

Citizens National Bank is a full-service, independent community bank serving seven communities in lower northern Michigan; Cheboygan, Onaway, Mackinaw City, Pellston, Indian River, Alanson, and Petoskey. We are the largest, locally-owned bank in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.On January 24, 1931 the bank received its charter from the federal Comptroller of the Currency and is entirely owned by the CNB Corporation.

Citizens National Bank is in the same location as when it originally opened doors in Cheboygan. However, through the years the bank has purchased surrounding buildings both to the north and west and incorporated them into the existing structure which continues to house the main office in downtown Cheboygan.

Citizens National Bank Logo

Citizens National Bank

Citizens National Bank is a full-service, independent community bank serving seven communities in lower northern Michigan; Cheboygan, Onaway, Mackinaw City, Pellston, Indian River, Alanson, and Petoskey. We are the largest, locally-owned bank in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.On January 24, 1931 the bank received its charter from the federal Comptroller of the Currency and is entirely owned by the CNB Corporation.

Citizens National Bank is in the same location as when it originally opened doors in Cheboygan. However, through the years the bank has purchased surrounding buildings both to the north and west and incorporated them into the existing structure which continues to house the main office in downtown Cheboygan.

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City of Grayling

The City of Grayling can help with new or expanding businesses. We are well versed in all the state and federal programs and will walk you through the permit process.

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Develop Iosco

Develop Iosco promotes economic development in and around Iosco County in the State of Michigan through facilitating various efforts that focus on regional assets, quality of life and education opportunities that stimulate economic growth and stable communities. We are a group of leaders from diverse businesses, government agencies, financial institutions, real estate developers, Chambers of Commerce, healthcare, recreation, tourism, retail and cultural sectors who facilitate economic development through programs, financial assistance and mentorship.

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Farm to Fork Alcona

A volunteer committee dedicated to helping Alcona County become a healthier and more vibrant rural economy driven by new and growing agri-business. Farm to Fork Alcona is a steering committee under the umbrella of Inspiration Alcona, a 501c-3 non-profit.

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Flight Path Creative

Flight Path Creative started in 2004, and is a team of professional marketers, creative designers, and experienced developers that work together to deliver the best possible results for our clients every single time. As a full-service marketing communications firm, we offer a broad range of services, including responsive website design and development, logo design, media buying and planning, search engine marketing, social media management, video production, photography, and more.

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Green Stone Farm Credit Services

GreenStone Farm Credit Services is one of America’s largest rural lenders. Headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, GreenStone is the country's seventh largest association in the Farm Credit System. GreenStone owns and manages $11 billion in assets and serves over 25,000 members with 36 branches throughout Michigan and northeast Wisconsin.

GreenStone provides financial services to the agricultural industry - including short, intermediate and long-term loans, equipment and building leases, life insurance, crop insurance, accounting and tax services. GreenStone also specializes in residential and country home loans, and provides lending products for the purchase, improvement, construction or refinance of residences along with financing future home sites and recreational land.

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