FDIC fines bank and lenders for unfair lending to military
Wisconsin bank fined $151,000 also must pay $3 million in restitution [Continue]
Writer: Douglas Farmer
Bank First National set to purchase Waupaca bank with similar name
Wisconsin bank acquisition will boost Bank First National’s assets to $1.7 billion. [Continue]
Hire Education
A recent increase in community and commercial banking programs at colleges and universities may provide bankers a new pool of employees. [Continue]
Courtside to a Deal
A merger of equals in Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming brought together two unlikely partners thanks to a chance conversation. [Continue]
Updating Banking Act, Nebraska reduces licensing, adds emergency regs
Nebraska offers licensure opt-out. [Continue]
Circuit Court gives Chicago bank right to appeal CAMELS rating
CAMELS rating appealable, court says. [Continue]
Failed bank purchase yields much growth for Minnesota bank
Failed bank brings another profits. [Continue]
Colors and Community: Buildings strengthen banks’ brands
Architects and bankers look to stronger branding to increase banks’ community presence when remodeling. [Continue]
Trump & Trade: Global agreements concern farmers
Amid trade talk, farmers, ranchers and ag lenders ready for uncertainty. [Continue]
Amazing Outside Directors: Vince Robinson
Via wind and solar, Vince Robinson powers his community. [Continue]