Bank of the West currently has a $100 bank bonus for opening a new free checking account. The bonus is comprised of 4 parts:

• $25 for opening a new checking account with a debit card
• $25 for using your debit card 10 times
• $25 for signing up for direct deposit
• $25 for using online bill pay

This bonus expires on Nov 1, 2008. A $100 opening deposit is required. The checking account must be opened locally. Must be a new customer, and the bonuses will be revoked if the account closes within 6 months of opening.