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This week kicks off a regular column of information about goods and services many people may not know they can receove at local businesses.
Featured this week is the Peabody State Bank and just one of several options it offers to see to the needs of its customers.
Traveling this summer? Peabody State Bank can order foreign currency for you with 10 days notice. Traveler's checks in both American and foreign exchanges may be purchased.
A debit card which can be used anywhere and which takes money directly from your bank account is available.
Apply for a Master Card through the bank and it will be issued with the name of the Peabody State Bank. More and more travelers are finding credit card rates for overseas use one of the best.
The krone is the accepted currency in Scandinavian countries. To complicate matters, the krone is worth different rates in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. The use of a credit card eliminates trying to figure the exchange rate.
Money can be wired and accepted by the Peabody State Bank. President Shreves Avery said, "We've helped people out on several occasions by wiring money."
Peabody State Bank, your locally-owned home town bank, offers services and friendly help that many metropolitan banks don't offer. Visit with a bank employee about your needs and discover what the local bank can do for you.
