American Banker

JUNE 5, 2023

billion-asset CBI Bank & Trust said it would buy McLaughlin Holding and its SENB Bank unit. The parent of the $1.1

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American Banker

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The Champaign, Illinois-based company said it would pay $41.6 million to acquire Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corp., which has five branches in the Greater Chicago area.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

We spoke with industry specialists about the priorities for community banks as they build a digital loan process for small businesses. It’s critical for community banks to have online loan applications, process automation staff skilled in digitization and more. Doing so can help community banks: Optimize the loan cycle.

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American Banker

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In a bid for scale and diversification, Illinois-based Empeople Credit Union said it would expand in Wisconsin with the planned acquisition of TSB Bank.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

ITMs and VTMs are popular retail banking innovations among community banks. What’s on the horizon for retail banking? We spoke with two community banks that have ramped up their services to meet—and exceed—the changing expectations of customers. So how are retail banks meeting this challenge?

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Independent Banker

MARCH 31, 2022

Whether achieved by internal or external resources, community banks provide valuable support for small businesses. By providing “bonus” services to small businesses, such as startup loan programs and referral services, community banks prove themselves to be reliable financial partners, with mutually beneficial results.

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CFPB Monitor

OCTOBER 25, 2022

We have seen other actions where federal regulators and states have pushed for lower dealer markup caps, most recently in an enforcement action brought by the Federal Trade Commission and the Illinois Attorney General which set a cap on dealer markups of 185 basis points above the Buy Rate.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

billion-asset CNB Bank headquartered in Clearfield, Penn., We are providing banking options in areas that have been known as ‘bank deserts,’ which is very important to us as a community bank.” This was an extensive process undertaken to bring the final product to the community,” says Noah.

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Independent Banker

APRIL 30, 2022

Independent Banker’s annual listing top-performing community banks of 2021 alongside interviews with some of the winners. In true community bank fashion, each has its own story to tell and its own path to success. In true community bank fashion, each has its own story to tell and its own path to success.

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American Banker

APRIL 27, 2016

First Mid-Illinois Bancshares in Mattoon, Ill., has agreed to buy First Clover Leaf Financial in Edwardsville, Ill.

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The number of money mule schemes affecting community banks is increasing, in part because of the pandemic. Here’s how two community banks are protecting their customers from falling victim to fraud. More and more community banks are having to deal with money mule schemes targeting unsuspecting customers.

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American Banker

MARCH 4, 2016

Wonder Bancorp and Harvard Illinois Bancorp have extended the deadline for their merger to May 31, according to a joint news release issued Friday.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 4, 2017

The total roster now claims more than 1,600 banks and credit unions domestically, said the site, even as 35 percent of retailers in the U.S. support Apple Pay.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2019

“While community banks could certainly benefit from the tax advantages credit unions have, we flourish despite them.”. From Florida to Arizona, credit unions are acquiring community banks at an alarming rate. With fewer community banks, there simply is less support of local economies.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

Academy Bank COO Tom Kientz notes that the community bank was eager to expand its deposit and loan services. Looking for an avenue to increase its deposit base, Academy Bank tapped into a market it hadn’t explored before: homeowners associations. William Atkinson is a writer in Illinois. Photo by Jason Tracy.

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Independent Banker

APRIL 30, 2022

While most of Alpine Bank’s in-lobby “shops” are carried out here at its Glenwood Springs branch, the program also has an online element. It’s no secret why Alpine Bank’s mystery shopper program has helped the community bank meet and exceed customer expectations over the past two decades. Name: Alpine Bank.

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American Banker

MAY 3, 2016

Home Federal Savings and Loan Association of Collinsville in Illinois is planning to raise at least $7.5 million as part of its conversion from a mutual to a stock-owned company.

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Gonzobanker

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

NYMBUS secured Series D financing (led by Insight Partners), partnered with Hurdlr for small business banking; with Atty Bank, Saint Louis Bank ’s legal community bank; and with Roger, Citizens Bank of Edmond ’s military niche bank. announced the acquisition of Burling Bank , also based in Illinois.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2021

In the city of Waverly, Apex Bank employees not only rescued their neighbors but helped affected families rebuild their lives and grieve for their loved ones. Community banks go above and beyond the call of service to their communities in various ways. Some, though, like $934 million-asset Apex Bank in Camden, Tenn.,

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

We asked both leaders and staffers to tell us what makes their community banks stand out as employers. Key Community Bank: Leading by example. Key Community Bank. At the heart of Key Community Bank’s work culture is connection. Greg Dennis, Key Community Bank. “We

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American Banker

MARCH 22, 2023

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American Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

The deal will expand the credit union's brick-and-mortar footprint to more than 30 locations across Illinois and California.

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American Banker

AUGUST 23, 2022

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

Job seekers are in the driver’s seat across most industries, including community banking,” says Lindsay LaNore, group executive vice president and chief learning and experience officer for ICBA. However, community banks have a big opportunity to stand out from the crowd of potential employers.”. Put people first.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2021

This year’s winners: Left: Central Valley Community Bank, People’s Choice Award; Middle: Kennebec Savings Bank, Exceptional Community Bank Service Award; Right: Cross River Bank, Emerging Service Program Award. Exceptional Community Bank Service Award. Kennebec Savings Bank.

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American Banker

AUGUST 20, 2021

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Community banks are vital providers of small-business credit because of their extensive local market knowledge and deep customer relationships. According to Columbia State Bank, the Oregon loan program, “allowed us to rely more heavily on the projected future income and growth the borrower was experiencing.” By Jessica Milano.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Pulaski Savings Bank has been serving the diverse people of Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood for more than 130 years. Due to its dedication to community and loyal employees, the community bank has become a well-known pillar of the city. The community bank and its staff have long-standing, time-tested roots.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

After 40 years in its Cape Giradeau branch, Wood & Huston Bank moved to a new building and allowed firefighters to train in its former building. Before Wood & Huston Bank’s former headquarters was demolished, the community bank lent the space to a local fire department for critical, hands-on training.

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American Banker

AUGUST 28, 2020

The company said the sale will provide more consistent financial results and allow it to redeploy funds to support other businesses.

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American Banker

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The company also plans to shed some corporate office space by the end of this year.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 26, 2016

A young entrepreneur prefers relationship community banking. In general, Meadows believes community banks can play an important role in helping young businesspeople. He talks monthly with a loan officer at First National Bank of Odon, his local community bank. “He By William Atkinson.

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American Banker

MAY 19, 2016

unit of Dutch-owned insurance company Aegon has been named chairman of a community bank in Illinois. A former head of the U.S.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Illinois bank launches insurance premium financing sideline. In an era of exceptional competition with tight interest margins, many community banks are attempting to tap new lines of business. Triumph Community Bank in Moline, Ill., billion-asset community bank operates. According to Aaron P.

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ABA Community Banking

DECEMBER 20, 2021

10-11, 2021, a violent line of tornados moved across several states, including Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Illinois and part of Missouri, leaving a 250-mile path of devastation in their wake. The post Kentucky Tornadoes: Ag Banks Provide More Than Financial Resources appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Independent Banker

JULY 31, 2022

Following their stints as interns, Malvern Bank retained the talents of (L to R) Cody Sorenson, Keegan Wederquist and Adam Konfrst, hiring them as full-time, mid-level team members. These community banks share how they have (or haven’t) altered their hiring strategies. Eclipse Bank: Reputation matters. Total employment.

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American Banker

OCTOBER 13, 2016

West Town Bancorp in Illinois has revved up its government-backed lending to small businesses, making it a good example of how community banks can outhustle big lenders in the quest for new sources of fee income.

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