Coloramo Federal Credit Union, Grand Junction, Colo., has openedall three of its locations as shared branches. Coloramo FCU'sdecision to come onboard provides its members with the convenienceof more than 3,600 locations nationwide. Coloramo FCU's primaryselect employee group is federal government employees, and thecredit union also has a community charter for Mesa Countyresidents.
Florida State University Credit Union, Tallahassee, Fla., announcedthe grand opening of its Evening Rose branch. Attendees of theribbon-cutting ceremony were given reusable grocery bags andtreated to refreshments. FSU Credit Union's new branch, its sixthoverall, is the first financial institution in the region built tothe specifications of the national LEED-certification program. Thelobby and drive-thru will offer a range of financial servicesincluding savings, checking, money management, IRAs and sharecertificates, plus new and used automobile, mortgage, vacation,holiday and home equity line of credit loans.

SPIRE Federal Credit Union, Minneapolis, opened its Eden Prairiebranch with a celebration featuring former Minnesota Twin and Hallof Famer Harmon Killebrew. Approximately 300 people attended theevent, which included food, games, a magician and an autographsession with Killebrew. The new location at 8577 Columbine Road isnow open for business.

Black Hills Federal Credit Union, Rapid City, S.D., hostedgrand-opening festivities at its newest member service center inthe Custer Pamida. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held in conjunctionwith Pamida's grand opening, was attended by local dignitaries andguests. BHFCU's new facility will provide Custer-area residents andbusinesses with a drive-up teller, 24-hour ATM and a full range offinancial products and services. Two offices will provide privacyfor members wishing to open accounts, secure financing, or learnmore about mortgage programs or business services.
US Airways Credit Union, Tempe, Ariz., held a ribbon-cuttingceremony and open house to celebrate the grand re-opening of itsnewly remodeled branch in the US Airways corporate headquartersbuilding. Attendees could sign up for drawings for cash and prizes,while the credit union promoted its new SkyHigh Rewards checkingaccount. In addition, new members who opened an account received agift of $50.

Pen Air Federal Credit Union, Pensacola, Fla., celebrated thegrand opening of its NAS Whiting Field branch. The event began witha welcome speech from NAS Whiting Field Commanding Officer CaptainEnrique L. Sadsad, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance,invocation, and remarks from Pen Air FCU President/CEO Ron Fieldsas well as Santa Rosa County Commissioner Don Salter. After aribbon-cutting ceremony presided over by Capt. Sadsad, TRAWING 5Commodore Col. John Scott Walsh, Ron Fields and Don Salter, andother guests were invited to a reception and to tour the newfacilities.

Memphis Area Teachers' Credit Union, Memphis, Tenn., has openeda branch at 1105 N. Houston Levee, Suite 101. A small reception andribbon-cutting ceremony was held. Members of MATCU's board ofdirectors and executive staff were present, along with localbusiness owners Chris Wicher of Emack & Bolio's ice cream shopand Brian Lurie of Mama Mia's Pizzeria, who supplied food for thereception. Also in attendance was Shelby County Mayor A.C. Wharton,who gave a speech and cut the ribbon.

Visions Federal Credit Union, Endicott, N.Y., announced thegrand opening of it newest branch located in Vestal near theUniversity Plaza apartment complex, which provides off-campushousing for students of Binghamton University. The branch'sexterior includes a full-size goal post sign featuring BinghamtonUniversity colors. The 3,800-square-foot interior features freeWi-Fi, several large flat-screen TVs, a music caf?, and fourfull-service ATMs. The branch will be open for business Mondaythrough Saturday.

Horizons Federal Credit Union, Binghamton, N.Y., announced thegrand opening of its new branch, located in the Campus Plaza,Vestal. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the media andguests. Through this expansion, Horizons aims to better serve thegreater Binghamton community while maintaining its standards ofpersonal service. The Vestal office features two drive-up lanes anda 24-hour ATM in the foyer. Horizons Federal Credit Union has amain office on Main Street in Binghamton and a location onWashington Avenue in Endicott.