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Riverside High students to learn money management, key financial skills with on-campus, student-run VyStar branch
Read full article: Riverside High students to learn money management, key financial skills with on-campus, student-run VyStar branchVyStar Credit Union opened a student-run branch at Riverside High School. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening for the VyStar Academy of Business was held Thursday, Oct. 24.
Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast Florida
Read full article: Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast FloridaStudents are just weeks away from heading back to school and to help the families of men and women who’ve protected our country, First Coast YMCA and VyStar Credit Union held a back-to-school bash for them Saturday morning.
Man in jail for embezzling millions from VyStar now accused of dozens of child sex crimes
Read full article: Man in jail for embezzling millions from VyStar now accused of dozens of child sex crimesA man serving time for embezzling millions of dollars from VyStar Credit Union is now accused of dozens of sex crimes involving children.
121 Financial is merging with VyStar and not all members are thrilled about it
Read full article: 121 Financial is merging with VyStar and not all members are thrilled about itMembers of 121 Financial Credit Union voted at a special meeting Friday to approve a proposed merger with VyStar Credit Union.
Jacksonville Boat Show floats into the River City
Read full article: Jacksonville Boat Show floats into the River CityThe North Florida Marine Association will host the 76th Annual Jacksonville Boat Show January 26 - 28 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. This beloved North Florida event has been bringing together the boating community since 1947. This year’s Boat Show, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, brings new dealers to the Convention Center, ensuring attendees will see even more boat brands than in prior shows. Showgoers will enjoy three days of water-related fun, family-friendly activities, and educational seminars—as well as amazing deals on hundreds of boats and thousands of accessories. Boat Show attendees will also be among the first to see and board brand-new models of all types of watercraft, including fishing boats, cruisers, ski boats, pontoons, inflatables, personal watercraft, and more.
121 Financial Credit Union announces plan to merge with VyStar Credit Union
Read full article: 121 Financial Credit Union announces plan to merge with VyStar Credit Union121 Financial Credit Union announced Thursday its intent to merge with VyStar Credit Union, which is expected to close later this year.
Unsolved murder, megachurch legal fight, embattled surgeon: These are the I-TEAM’s most read stories in 2022
Read full article: Unsolved murder, megachurch legal fight, embattled surgeon: These are the I-TEAM’s most read stories in 2022As the year nears its conclusion, here are some of the biggest I-TEAM investigations from 2022.
Jacksonville Humane Society partners with VyStar, Subaru to offer free pet adoptions
Read full article: Jacksonville Humane Society partners with VyStar, Subaru to offer free pet adoptionsThe Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with two area businesses, VyStar Credit Union and Subaru of Jacksonville, to offer free pet adoptions on Friday and Saturday.
VyStar members say paychecks didn’t show up in online accounts as issues persist
Read full article: VyStar members say paychecks didn’t show up in online accounts as issues persistSome VyStar customers said their paychecks didn’t show up in their online bank accounts Thursday morning like they typically would.
HSBI, VyStar announce mutual agreement to terminate purchase agreement
Read full article: HSBI, VyStar announce mutual agreement to terminate purchase agreementHeritage Southeast Bancorporation, Inc. (HSBI) and VyStar Credit Union on Wednesday announced a mutual agreement to terminate a purchase and assumption agreement.
What to do if you’re worried VyStar issues might be affecting your credit report
Read full article: What to do if you’re worried VyStar issues might be affecting your credit reportSince VyStar Credit Union members are still having trouble accessing certain features on their accounts, like bill pay, they are worried about late payments oncredit cards, mortgages and personal loans.
‘Making progress’: Internal transfers now available for VyStar members
Read full article: ‘Making progress’: Internal transfers now available for VyStar membersIt has been more than three weeks since Vystar Credit Union rolled out its new online banking platform leading to a major outage and lots of angry customers.
Stay or go? VyStar members have mixed feelings as online banking problems continue into week 3
Read full article: Stay or go? VyStar members have mixed feelings as online banking problems continue into week 3Friday marks three weeks since VyStar Credit Union rolled out its new online banking platform. And still – members are dealing with problems.
VyStar mobile and online banking problems enter 3rd week
Read full article: VyStar mobile and online banking problems enter 3rd weekNews4JAX keeps hearing from VyStar members who are frustrated, fed up and tired of waiting on issues with their new online and mobile banking platform to be resolved. VyStar branches closed Monday for Memorial Day, but the credit unions’ ATMs were open.
Some VyStar members experiencing delays as they try to access online banking
Read full article: Some VyStar members experiencing delays as they try to access online bankingVyStar Credit Union is making progress on online and mobile banking issues, but there are still lingering problems, including wait times for members trying to access their accounts.
Some VyStar customers can now see their balance online, but issues persist
Read full article: Some VyStar customers can now see their balance online, but issues persistSome VyStar Credit Union customers said Monday night they were finally able to log in to online banking — but there were still issues.
As VyStar’s online & mobile banking platforms remain offline, Florida Office of Financial Regulation monitors situation
Read full article: As VyStar’s online & mobile banking platforms remain offline, Florida Office of Financial Regulation monitors situationAs VyStar Credit Union’s online and mobile banking issues continue to frustrate members more than a week after the problems began, the Florida Office of Financial Regulation said it is monitoring the situation.
Complaints, concerns still rolling in as VyStar online banking woes continue
Read full article: Complaints, concerns still rolling in as VyStar online banking woes continueVyStar Credit Union members struggling to get information on their accounts for more than a week continued to voice concerns Saturday about not having access to their funds or financial data.
In interview, VyStar exec reveals CEO has been on vacation amid online banking issues but ‘been incredibly involved’
Read full article: In interview, VyStar exec reveals CEO has been on vacation amid online banking issues but ‘been incredibly involved’As VyStar Credit Union members have been struggling to get information on their accounts for a week now, News4JAX has learned the CEO has been on vacation.
A week later, still no answer on when VyStar Credit Union online banking issues might be resolved
Read full article: A week later, still no answer on when VyStar Credit Union online banking issues might be resolvedVystar Credit Union’s web and mobile banking platforms have been down for one week, and the company still doesn’t have an answer on when the issue might be resolved.
VyStar Credit Union customers experiencing issues with mobile app
Read full article: VyStar Credit Union customers experiencing issues with mobile appVyStar Credit Union reported issues with its mobile app on Monday, and a message on its official Twitter page posted in the evening said problems were still apparent.
Got some love to spare? Jacksonville’s animal shelters are full and adoptions are free through Friday
Read full article: Got some love to spare? Jacksonville’s animal shelters are full and adoptions are free through FridayIf you’re looking for a new best friend, you have a chance to get one for FREE!
Financial technology company Nymbus moving headquarters from Miami to Jacksonville
Read full article: Financial technology company Nymbus moving headquarters from Miami to JacksonvilleFinancial technology company Nymbus is moving its corporate headquarters to Jacksonville, the company announced Tuesday.
New Downtown Jacksonville rooftop restaurant, bar opening soon
Read full article: New Downtown Jacksonville rooftop restaurant, bar opening soonEstrella Cocina, a new specialty restaurant, bar and lounge space, is set to open this spring on the seventh-floor rooftop of the VyStar Credit Union campus downtown at 100 W. Bay Street. The restaurant has 3,500 square feet of indoor rooftop space with an additional 4,500 square feet of outdoor seating. “My grandmother was Mexican and I was born and lived in southern California until my early teens so I’m very passionate about the area.”AdNew downtown rooftop restaurant, bar and lounge opening soon“We love the synergy of what’s going on Downtown and are thrilled to be a part of the revitalization of the urban core,” said Cobbs. Progress on the space as well as savory menu teasers will be shared on Instagram @estrellajax and Facebook @estrellajax. AdNew downtown rooftop restaurant, bar and lounge opening soon
Mandarin High School’s Jim Schmitt named 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year
Read full article: Mandarin High School’s Jim Schmitt named 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the YearJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jim Schmitt, who teaches history and global perspectives and research at Mandarin High School, was named the 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year. The 30th annual awards show, presented by VyStar Credit Union and hosted by News4Jax anchor Melanie Lawson, was also streamed on News4Jax.com. Teachers teaching teachers and being part of that makes it so special to me.”And Jim Schmitt is the 2021 @OfficialVyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year!! PHOTO GALLERY: See images from the 30th Annual EDDY Awards“You are all winners, and Jim is just the one who is going to stand and represent Duval,” said Duval County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene. “This year, especially, Duval County Public Schools has gone through a great deal, and our educators have really stepped up and really supported our students in our community,” Greene said.
1 of 5 finalists will be named 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year
Read full article: 1 of 5 finalists will be named 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the YearJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Five finalists — Kenneth Ford, Jameea Jackson-Gaines, Kimberly Parker, Nadine Ebri, Jim Schmitt — in the running to be the VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year will find out Wednesday if they have won the honor. “After everything they’ve done for our kids, they deserve to have a moment when the community comes together and celebrates them.”Congratulations to our five finalists for the 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year. Besides the top honor, the TV special will also recognize every Teacher of the Year, along with the work of every teacher in Duval County who has persevered through a difficult year to support their students. She also founded the Association for Teacher Collaboration, which allows teachers to support one another throughout Duval County, including helping new teachers set up their very first classrooms. She has 32 years of teaching experience in several schools throughout Duval County, and she specializes in helping to turn around schools through literacy.
VyStar hiring 50 employees in Jacksonville, Gainesville Contact Centers
Read full article: VyStar hiring 50 employees in Jacksonville, Gainesville Contact CentersJACKSONVILLE, Fla. If your looking for a new job, we have some good news. VyStar Credit Union is hiring 50 full-time Contact Center positions to assist with a recent increase in the volume of transactions that are completed online and over the phone, a release said. Contact Center employees help assist members with financial transactions and answer questions related to accounts, loan payments and more. The Contact Center is open every day, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., excluding holidays. Click here to learn more or to apply for a position at VyStar.
VyStar ranked No. 1 Credit Union in Florida
Read full article: VyStar ranked No. 1 Credit Union in FloridaJACKSONVILLE, Fla. VyStar Credit Union obtained more loans on behalf of small business owners through the SBAs Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) than any other credit union in Florida and second most in the U.S., according to data released by the United States Treasury Department earlier this month. After the PPP began accepting applications in early April, VyStar originated 4,431 loans totaling $146,593,337. These funds helped local small business owners retain employees, pay bills and remain viable despite the challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. Employees across all departments never stopped working for our members and small business owners, said Jenny Vipperman, VyStars Chief Lending Officer. Together, these credit unions saved more than 1.1 million jobs, according to data provided in the SBAs PPP report.
Patrick Tucker honored as All-Star Athlete
Read full article: Patrick Tucker honored as All-Star AthletePatrick Tucker is on the basketball and golf teams at Bishop Kenny High School. Patrick is president of the Senior Class and president of the National Honor Society. He was selected as a member of the 2020 FHSAA Academic All-State Team. Patrick volunteers with Camp I Am Special, a camp for children with special needs. Patrick currently has a 4.4 GPA.
Jacksonville City Council to consider small business relief program
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council to consider small business relief programMayor Lenny Curry tweeted over the weekend that the Jacksonville City Council on Monday will consider the small business relief program legislation that he announced last week. In addition, the City of Jacksonville tweeted that more details regarding the program in partnership with VyStar Credit Union will be announced Monday. "It is my intention at the city portion of this program will be focused on small businesses with some elements tied to employee retention.”More details for the City’s Small Business Loan Program in partnership with @OfficialVyStar to be announced tomorrow. The credit union also said its working with the city to help keep Jacksonville businesses afloat. On the federal level, Congress’ Paycheck Protection Program enables small businesses to receive up to $10 million.
Here are local, state, federal resources available to small business owners
Read full article: Here are local, state, federal resources available to small business ownersRon DeSantis in response to the coronavirus outbreak, but there are resources available for small business owners. The City Council is expected to vote and finalize the emergency loan program Monday. Small businesses with two to 100 employees are eligible. Ron DeSantis activates program to provide loans to small businesses impacted by COVID-19On the federal level, Congress’ Paycheck Protection Program enables small businesses to receive up to $10 million. The Small Business Association will forgive the portion of the loan proceeds used to cover the first eight weeks of payroll, rent, utilities and mortgage.
VyStar Credit Union completes acquisition of Citizens State Bank
Read full article: VyStar Credit Union completes acquisition of Citizens State BankJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - VyStar Credit Union announced Monday that it has successfully acquired Citizens State Bank, a Florida state-chartered bank headquartered in Perry, Florida with $280 million in assets. VyStar first announced the move in January but it was expected to take until mid-2019 to complete the acquisition. The acquisition will bring VyStars total number of full-service branches to 55, and total assets to nearly $8.9 billion, serving more than 665,000 members. The credit union said all the operations integrations should be finished by mid-October. In addition, VyStar received approval from the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance and the FLOFR to expand into four Southeast Georgia counties: Camden, Charlton, Glynn and Ware.