News from The Bank of Marion

The Bank of Marion Proudly Announces Julia B. Jones’s Appointment to State Cattle Industry Board

MARION, VA – 3 July 2026   The Bank of Marion is pleased to announce that Assistant Vice President Julia B. Jones has been appointed to the Virginia Cattle Industry Board by Governor Abigail Spanberger.

This appointment recognizes Julia’s professional standing and her deep commitment to Virginia’s agricultural community. As an Assistant Vice President at The Bank of Marion, Julia has long demonstrated exceptional leadership. We are confident that her local expertise and dedication to the financial health of our region will provide valuable perspectives to the Cattle Industry Board as it works to support the Commonwealth’s agricultural economy.

“We are proud to see Julia take on this important role,” said Chris Snodgrass, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Bank of Marion. “Her appointment is not only a personal achievement but also a reflection of the caliber of leadership we strive to uphold here at The Bank. Julia’s understanding of our local economy and her dedication to the community make her a perfect fit for this board. We look forward to her contributions as she helps shape the agricultural future of Virginia.”

The Virginia Cattle Industry Board plays a pivotal role in promoting the state's cattle and beef industry. Appointees are selected for their vision and commitment to strengthening Virginia’s diverse agricultural sectors.

“I am honored to have been appointed by Governor Spanberger to serve on the Cattle Industry Board,” said Ms. Jones. “Agriculture is a vital component of the economy here in Southwest Virginia, and I look forward to working with my fellow board members and our leaders in Richmond to support our farmers and producers across the Commonwealth.”

Julia Jones

Cynthia McHone Joins The Bank of Marion

Max Meadows, Virginia native is the bank’s newest Mortgage Loan Originator

Marion, Virginia, March 13, 2026 -   Chris Snodgrass, President and CEO of The Bank of Marion has announced that Max Meadows resident Cynthia McHone is bringing 15 years of banking experience to the community bank. Those years were spent making mortgage loans to families and individuals throughout the region.

“We are very pleased that Mrs. McHone has become a member of our professional family,” Mr. Snodgrass said. “She is uniquely qualified to assist families in finding an easy pathway to home ownership or upgrading to a better home.”

Mrs. McHone is a life-long resident of Wythe County, Virginia. She is a graduate of Fort Chiswell High School, Wytheville Community College, and Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona.

She and her husband of 28 years, Danny McHone, have two sons.

Mrs. McHone is an avid sports fan and a former breeder of registered dogs, including English Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, and Burmese Mountain Dogs.

“I am looking forward to building relationships, serving our communities, and navigating mortgage customers through one of the most important decisions of their lives,” Mrs. McHone stated. “My goal is to help people move through the mortgage process as seamlessly as possible.”

Mrs. McHone is already on the job and working from the bank’s Regional Business Center in Marion.

Cynthia McHone