BOS Events and News


     

Medicare Educational Seminar

Join us for a free, informative seminar with a complimentary lunch, designed to help you understand your healthcare options and confidently navigate the Medicare system. Whether you’re approaching eligibility or already enrolled, you’ll receive a clear overview of Medicare coverage, enrollment periods, and plan choices.
Presented by: Holden Houston, with Houston Insurance Agency.

What You will learn:

  • An introduction to Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D.
  • How to enroll in Medicare and the different enrollment periods.
  • What services are covered by Medicare and what costs are involved.
  • Tips for choosing the right Medicare plan.
  • Opportunities to ask questions and receive personalized guidance.

Reserve your spot today to gain clarity in your Medicare decisions! 
Seating is limited.

Springfield Event Details: 

Session 1: Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Session 2
: Monday, September 29, 2025, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
(Please choose one session)

Lunch will be provided at 11:30 AM.
Location: 3400 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62711

Register for a Springfield Session!

     

Jacksonville Event Details:

Session: Monday, October 6, 2025, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Light refreshments will be provided
Location:  303 W. College Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650

 Register for a Jacksonville Session!

    

This event is for educational purposes, and no plan specific benefits or details will be discussed. Insurance products are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or any government agency. Insurance products are not deposits, obligations, or guaranteed by the bank or its affiliates. Insurance products are not a condition to any bank loan, product or service. Insurance products may go down in value. 

 


 

BOS Shred Day

Saturday, October 25, 2025
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wabash and Glen Carbon branches

We will also accept items for our annual coats and cans donation drive. 


For more information about the importance of Shred Day, please read our BankSource blog article:

Why Should You Attend Shred Day? And How Do You Prepare.

  


   

BOS Coats and Cans Drive

This October, BOS is proud to host our annual company-wide Coats and Cans Drive.  Every item donated goes directly to local nonprofits and community organizations. 

We're collecting:

  • New or gently used coats for children and adults (all sizes).
  • Non-perishable canned goods and pantry staples.

How You Can Help:

  • Bring your donations to any BOS location between October 1st and October 31st
  • Help us spread the word and invite your friends, family, and colleagues to take part in donating. 

  

Let’s come together to make this season brighter for everyone.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping us give back to the #BOSCommunity.

  


   

BOS Shop & Give Contest 

Congratulations to the winners of our Shop & Give Contest and to the local schools that will receive donations on their behalf!


1st Place Winner: Jennifer C.

$3,000 Donated to Athens High School

2nd Place Winner: Angela L.

$2,000 Donated to Staunton School District

3rd Place Winner: Sasha L.

$1,000 Donated to Jacksonville High School


We’re proud to support these schools and the communities they serve. Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2025 Shop & Give Contest.

See official contest rules for details.

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