Doug Johnson, Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co. in Beloit Congratulations to Doug Johnson on his 50th year in the banking industry! Before starting his banking career, Doug graduated from Miles High School in 1970 in Iowa. He then graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences and Industries in May 1974. Doug was hired as the Farm Service Director at the Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co. on June 3, 1974, in Beloit, Kansas, which began his journey in banking. He was elected to become a member of the Board of Directors in 1976 and later became CEO in April 1987. In March 1977, he met his wife, Janet Rewerts, from Stafford, Kansas. They have three daughters: Melissa (Dave Warders), who lives in Wichita, Kansas, with their children Rachel, Ben and Joe; Angie (Travis Chaney), who lives in Siloam Springs, Arizona, with their children Will, Maybelle and Rosemary; and Allison (Tyler Carroll) who lives in Siloam Springs, Arizona, with their children Olive and Denver. Doug’s favorite hobbies are spending time with his grandchildren, biking and traveling. Galen “Digger” Liggett, Citizens State Bank in Lincoln Congratulations to Galen “Digger” Liggett on his 50 years in banking! Digger started his banking career on Dec. 17, 1973. From 1973 to 2003, he served in numerous positions, such as bookkeeper, teller, loan officer and then Vice President at Farmers National Bank in Lincoln. From 2003 to 2010, he was a loan officer, Senior Vice President, and then Director at Midwest Community Bank in Lincoln. From 2010 to now, Digger served as a loan officer and is retiring as the Vice President of the Citizens State Bank & Trust Co. in Lincoln. Digger has also served on several boards, such as 40 years as Treasurer for the City of Lincoln, 25 years as an EMR for Lincoln County EMS, 37 years as a member of the Lincoln Lions Club, 14 years as a board member of the Lincoln County Hospital Board, 15 years as a volunteer for the Lincoln County Rescue Squad. He also served time on the Chamber of Commerce board and 2016 Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year. The notable highlight of his banking career is spending all 50 years at the same location in Lincoln. He leaves no regrets and has a heart full of love and gratitude for those he touched along the way. He is proud to go to the bank with the team there. When he isn’t at the bank, Digger enjoys being with family and friends, camping and boating. He and his wife have five grandkids who consume their time with various activities. Congratulations, Digger, and happy retirement! 25
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