Industry News

Lake City Acquires Site in Whitestown, Conversion Planned

WARSAW, Ind.,—Lake City Bank has acquired property in Whitestown, Indiana. The bank will renovate the existing structure at this location into a full-service branch that is expected to open in 2026, expanding the bank’s footprint into Boone County. “Lake City Bank has experienced exceptional growth in the Indianapolis Region since opening our first branch in…

Main Street Opens Branch in St. Clairsville, Ohio

WOOSTER, Ohio,—Main Street Financial Services, Corp., the holding company for Main Street Bank, has opened a full-service branch in St. Clairsville, Ohio. This new office marks Main Street Bank’s first branch in Belmont County. The St. Clairsville location will provide a full range of consumer and commercial banking products and services, as well as convenient…

Premier Bank Opens Branch in Rochester

ROCHESTER, Minn.,—Premier Bank Minnesota has completed its new 37th St branch in Rochester . The building was carefully designed to fit the greater community, while keeping true to a classic design. The interior integrates open spaces, beautiful lighting, prominent glass features, simplicity and a welcoming atmosphere for all who visit.

OCB Adds Two Members to Advisory Board

OREGON, Wis.,—One Community Bank has added two new members to its Advisory Board: Jessica Blaska-Grady, General Manager at The Oaks Golf Course, and Dr. Callie Maursetter, optometrist and owner at Isthmus Eye Care. Jessica Blaska-Grady has worked at the family-owned golf course in Cottage Grove for 18 of its 22 years in operation since 2003….

Northstar Bank Appoints Bigelow to Board

ANN ARBOR, Mich.,—Northstar Bank announced the appointment of Dr. Lauren Bigelow to its board of directors. The addition of Bigelow, a Southeast Michigan civic leader with more than 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, venture investment, and economic development, supports the bank’s continued growth and commitment to innovation. Bigelow is managing partner of the Growth…

Lake City Bank Expands to Whitestown

WARSAW, Ind.,—Lake City Bank has acquired property in Whitestown, Indiana, and will renovate the site into a full-service branch, expected to open in 2026. “Boone County represents an emerging economic engine in Central Indiana, and we are excited to open our first branch in the county,” said David M. Findlay, Chairman and CEO.

First National Bank Names Brian Mancos Director of HR

PITTSBURGH, Pa.,—First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, has promoted Brian Mancos to Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services. He will oversee Human Resources, Facilities, and Business Continuity. Mancos succeeds Charles Casalnova, who will serve as a Corporate Business Advisor during the transition after 27 years with the company. In his new…

ChoiceOne Expands Two Locations

SPARTA, Mich.,— ChoiceOne Bank has expanded its Holland Loan Office in Ottawa County and completed a remodel of its Capac Branch in St. Clair County, The Holland office, located downtown, has moved to a larger space within the same building. A ribbon cutting and open house were held June 25, with a $1,500 donation presented…

Portage Community Bank Mourns Loss of CFO Don Herman

RAVENNA, Ohio,— Portage Community Bank announced the passing of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Donald D. “Don” Herman, who passed Thursday, July 3, 2025. Herman joined the bank in 1999 as senior financial officer and was promoted to CFO in 2009. Over his long tenure, he played a key role in the institution’s…

1st State Bank Adds Two to Mortgage Lending Team

SAGINAW, Mich.,—1st State Bank has added Ashley Kubacki and Paige LaPeen as mortgage loan officers, expanding its mortgage lending team. Kubacki began her mortgage lending career in 2022 following five years in the insurance industry. She most recently served as mortgage lending officer at Jolt Credit Union. A resident of Saginaw County, she is active…