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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2016


Media Contact: Laura Zuhone Investor Contact: Aaron Holt VP, Director of Marketing AVP, Shareholder Relations 217-258-0675 217-258-0463

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BRITTANY NELSON NAMED BRANCH MANAGER AT FIRST MID-ILLINOIS BANK & TRUST IN URBANA


MATTOON, IL - First Mid-Illinois Bank and Trust is pleased to announce that Brittany Nelson has been promoted to the position of Branch Manager. In her new role, she will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations, including the management of all functions and services provided in the Urbana banking center located at 601 South Vine Street.


"We are excited to have Brittany step into the role as Urbana Branch Manager," Elisha Walters, Regional Deposit Manager commented. "I'm confident that her background in deposit services will make an impact in serving the needs of our customers."


Nelson has held various roles since joining First Mid in 2013, including Teller and Customer Service Representative. She previously served as Cashier for CNAC Finance Company in Champaign.


About First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, N.A.:

First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. is the parent company of First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, N.A. (First Mid) and First Mid Insurance Group. A community bank with over $2 billion in assets headquartered in Mattoon, IL, First Mid offers comprehensive banking, trust and wealth management services, and insurance services. First Mid's mission is to fulfill the financial needs of our communities with exceptional personal service, professionalism and integrity, and deliver meaningful value and results for customers and shareholders. First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol FMBH. More information about First Mid is available at www.firstmid.com.

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