Recently quoted by a nationally recogized financial media outlet, local businessman, Jonathan Fox, was given the opportunity to weigh in on the financial crisis sweeping the nation.
 
Fox said he was very surprised to be contacted by CNN Money a couple of weeks ago but gladly shared his thoughts on finances in small communities like Fowler. Fox told CNN that Fowler State Bank's lending window was still open, however the value of a customer's collateral and their income is now scrutinized more carefully. He also pointed out that by not getting caught up in the subprime mortgage market, Fowler State Bank can continue to lend freely.
 
Jonathan and his wife, Shari, have been contacted by numerous acquaintenances across the country who read the article. "We were pretty surprised at how many people saw it," stated Shari.
 
The article in its entirety may be read online at CNNMoney.com. Once there search for 'Jonathan Fox' or 'Loans out of reach.'