In the course of your own banking experiences, you've probably noticed a variety of promotions and activities designed to earn your business. Some banks offers candy to kids, some hold generous customer appreciation days, a few have saltwater fish tanks in the lobby, and still others give you free money if you sign up for a checking account.
Until recently, though, I had never seen otters used as a promotional tactic. The Union Federal Bank in Kewanee, Illinois has done exactly that, though, and we applaud their creativity. Now, before the animal activists go crazy, rest assured that the otters are housed in a safe and humane habitat (much safer than the wild, I might add). Oscar and Andy the otters enjoy a climate-controlled two-story home with waterfalls, slides, and even a solarium.
So, if you ever find yourself driving through Kewanee, Illinois, check it out. You'll find it at 104 North Tremont Street, right in the heart of the downtown.
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