Nestled in the northeast corner of the state just a short drive north of the greater Fort Wayne area and east of the Elkhart / South Bend area you’ll find our sweet rural haven. Home to several thriving towns, flourishing manufacturing facilities of every size, commercial and niche agriculture, and a booming hub for tourism in the town of Shipshewana — we offer a multitude of career opportunities for people from every walk of life. LaGrange County truly has something to offer everyone! Countryside views straight out of a magazine with all the comforts of Home — plentiful lakes, trails to stay active, boutique shopping in downtown districts, quaint coffeehouses, unmatched local eateries and so much more.
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Why LaGrange County?
The people in the community are genuine and hardworking, so you can build a strong foundation in that kind of environment.
-TJ Kempf, Executive Vice President & Chief Loan Officer, Farmers State Bank