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November 24, 2025
Online Shopping & Holiday Scams: What to Watch for This Season
As the holiday season kicks off, so do the scams. With more people shopping online for gifts, travel deals, and seasonal sales, scammers are ready to take advantage of the rush. Whether it’s a fake website offering too-good-to-be-true prices or a phishing email disguised as a shipping notification, holiday scams can quickly turn festive cheer into frustration.


November 24, 2025
Treats and Community Spirit: Join the Festivities at Our Branch Holiday Open Houses
The holidays are here, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Several of our branches statewide are hosting festive Holiday Open House events filled with treats, warm drinks, and plenty of holiday cheer. These gatherings are a wonderful way to connect with your community, enjoy seasonal goodies, and meet your local bankers.

November 17, 2025
Spot the Scam: International Fraud Awareness Week Prevention Tips
Opportunity Bank of Montana is proud to support International Fraud Awareness Week, a global campaign led by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) to raise awareness and promote anti-fraud education. Fraud affects individuals, families, and businesses, and staying informed is one of the best ways to protect yourself.

November 10, 2025
When Love is a Lie: How Romance Scams Work
Romance scams are heartbreaking—and costly. These scams happen when someone pretends to be romantically interested in you to gain your trust, then manipulates you into sending money or sharing personal information. They often begin innocently enough, a friendly message on a dating app, a flirty comment on social media, or even a random email that seems like fate.

November 5, 2025
Opportunity Bank Supports Choteau City Park Picnic Shelter Rebuild with $5,000 Contribution
Opportunity Bank of Montana is proud to support the Choteau Lions Club Foundation with a $5,000 donation toward the rebuilding of the picnic shelter in Choteau City Park. This contribution reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening the communities we serve.

November 3, 2025
Don’t Take the Bait: How to Recognize a Phishing Scam
Phishing scams are one of the most common ways scammers try to steal your personal or financial information. These scams often come in the form of official-looking emails, text messages, or even social media that appear to be from your bank, a well-known company, or a government agency.

October 30, 2025
Opportunity Bank Supports Student Creativity Through Helena Education Foundation Spark Grant
President and CEO Laura Clark and Chief Operating Officer Darryl Rensmon recently joined Helena High School Principal Brian Kessler, and Helena Education Foundation Executive Director Becca Leaphart to present a $500 Spark Grant to HHS teacher Mr. Scruggs to fund the purchase of a new portable sound board.

