DARLINGTON — When Apple River State Bank introduced its new Mascot Debit Card several years ago, they promised to donate money to local schools each time our customers used it.

The second annual Mascot Debit Card donations were recently given to nine area schools — Galena, River Ridge, Scales Mound, Stockton and Warren in Illinois, and Southwestern, Darlington, Shullsburg and Black Hawk in Wisconsin. The donations totaled nearly $6,000.  

“We are excited to show Apple River State Bank’s community spirit by using our new mascot debit cards,” said Joel Holland, the bank’s Chief Executive Officer. “For anyone that hasn’t requested a Mascot Debit Card, please contact your local bank office. Let’s work together and support our local schools.”