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TEXAS BANKING NEWS, PEOPLE AND IDEAS

TEXAS BANKING NEWS, PEOPLE AND IDEAS

West Texas

Vista Bank to Sell Seven Rural Locations in West Texas and the Panhandle to First United Bank

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On December 12, Dallas-based Vista Bank announced a definitive agreement to sell seven rural locations—Abernathy, Hale Center, Haskell, Idalou, Petersburg, Plainview and Ralls—to Dimmitt-based First United Bank. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025. Vista Bank will retain and expand its operational and retail presence in Lubbock. Established in 1912, … Read more

Capra Bank Assembles Advisory Board Comprised of West Texas Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders

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On August 8, Greg Garland, president of Dubuque, Iowa-based Capra Bank, announced the assembly of a local advisory board that includes seasoned bankers, successful businessmen and native West Texans. Last September, Capra Bank opened its first Texas branch in Lubbock. “[The advisory board’s] guidance, expertise and intimate knowledge of the Lubbock community will be integral … Read more

American State Bank Names Bowen Market President for Amarillo Region

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Arp-based American State Bank has appointed Steve Bowen Amarillo region market president. The bank recently established loan/deposit production offices in West Texas and the South Plains. The Amarillo office is located at 801 S. Fillmore, Suite 205. “As a community bank committed to Texas, we’re starting with the right individuals to lead our markets and … Read more

First United Bank Promotes Webb, Moody and Scott

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Dimmitt-based Plains Bancorp Inc., the holding company for First United Bank and Spirit Mortgage, has announced the following promotions: Ashley Webb has been promoted to vice president (Plains Bancorp Inc.). She has been with the bank since 2006 and has 18 years of bank industry experience. She serves as the electronic services manager and offices … Read more

FirstCapital Bank of Texas Awarded 5-Star Rating by BauerFinancial

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BauerFinancial Inc., the nation’s premier bank-rating firm, recently announced that Midland-based FirstCapital Bank of Texas has been awarded Bauer’s 5-Star rating for the 23rd consecutive time. To earn this top rating, the bank must excel under a rigorous, independent analysis of its financial condition. FirstCapital Bank of Texas has done so continuously since June 2016. … Read more

First United Bank to Acquire First Bank and Trust of Childress

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On June 28, the board of directors of Plains Bancorp Inc., the parent company of Dimmitt-based First United Bank, announced that the company has entered into a definitive agreement with Childress Bancshares Inc., the parent company of First Bank and Trust of Childress, whereby First United Bank will acquire First Bank and Trust. Following the … Read more

Smith-Johnson Joins WestStar Bank’s Commercial Banking Group

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On February 12, El Paso-based WestStar Bank announced the addition of Giselle Smith-Johnson to its commercial banking group. She will focus on special projects supporting the group. Smith-Johnson brings more than 20 years of commercial banking experience to WestStar Bank. She has been successful in facilitating expansive business growth focused in the area of treasury management. … Read more

In Memoriam: Jerome J. “Buddy” Lednicky Jr.

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Jerome J. “Buddy” Lednicky Jr., former chairman of State National Bank, passed away on January 1 at his residence in West. He was 84. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and serving in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves, Lednicky launched his banking career, which culminated with his roles as chairman and … Read more

FirstCapital Bank of Texas Welcomes Pruitt as Mortgage Loan Originator

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Midland-based FirstCapital Bank of Texas has hired Jamie Pruitt as a mortgage loan originator at the bank’s Midland Plaza location. She attended the Texas Tech University School of Business, majoring in real estate and construction, and obtained her mortgage loan origination license through the state of Texas. Pruitt serves on the CASA of West Texas fundraising … Read more

First Financial Bank Names Dacus CEO of Kingwood Region

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The board of directors of Abilene-based First Financial Bank NA recently announced the promotion of Shelley Dacus to chief executive officer of the bank’s Kingwood region. She was promoted to president of the region in 2019 and now replaces Harry J. Brooks as CEO. Brooks is departing the bank at the end of the year. Dacus has more … Read more

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