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West Virginia treasurer warns new banks of ESG-based blacklisting

American Banker

Six financial institutions may be placed on West Virginia's restricted list if they are found "boycott" the fossil fuel industry, Riley Moore said.

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A Bank Dealmaker Who's Made Relationship-Building His Brand

American Banker

United Bankshares in West Virginia has quietly become a $14 billion-asset player in its region thanks to the M&A strategy of its highly respected leader, Richard Adams, who has a way of establishing a rapport with community bank chiefs. One recent seller is a repeat customer.

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Time Tried, Panic Tested. The Forgotten Story of the First National Bank of Keystone

Jeff For Banks

September 1st, 1999, regulators from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp, at the behest of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, descended on a small coal mining town in Keystone, West Virginia. Another depressed town due to the general economic malaise that bedraggled the region when the steelmaking industry moved elsewhere.

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OCC outlines risk plan as Northeastern loan growth doubles

Abrigo

Many of the issues which the OCC will be focusing on ring true for all banks regardless of regulator and region. The OCC on Oct. • Traditional control processes (such as audit, loan review, internal controls and due diligence).

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Random Acts of Kindness Boost Morale at Citizens Bank of W. Va.

American Banker

Citizens Bank of West Virginia in Elkins boosts morale by having employees deliver surprise gifts of thousands of dollars each year to residents of its hardscrabble town (pop.

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CSAA Insurance Group Review: Great for Auto Coverage?

MyBankTracker

If you are looking for any type of personal insurance and already have a AAA membership, The California State Automobile Association (CSAA) could be the AAA-affiliated insurer that services your region. Coverage and rates vary by state and region; there are restrictions and limitations based on location. Industry rating and standing.

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2021 GonzoBanker Awards

Gonzobanker

From nowhere, sizable regional players are being created. For the past four-plus years, Chesler has guided Glacier through continued growth and successful acquisitions across the West, all while staying true to Glacier’s local market culture. Performance and multiples continue to be solid, outperforming most regional banks.

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