Some know at an early age they want to join the family business. Others, not so much, actress Rebel Wilson among them. “I come from a family of professional dog-showers, one step above carnies … I didn’t want to join…
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First Security Bank Names New Springdale Market President
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffFirst Security Bank has named a new bank president for its Springdale market. Dean La Grone will be assuming the role, taking over for Mike Morgenthaler, who retired on Feb. 25. A 37-year banking veteran, La Grone most recently served…
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High School Students to Compete in Personal Finance Challenge This Spring
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThis spring, Arkansas high school students will be developing financial plans as part of the Arkansas Personal Finance Challenge. The event, hosted by Economics Arkansas, aims to build students’ personal finance skills and financial awareness. The one-day competition, taking place…
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Reynie Rutledge: Banking Turned Out to Be the Right Call
by Mark Carterby Mark Carterby Mark Carter Reynie Rutledge says he didn’t know for sure he was going to be a banker until he bought First Security Bank in 1977 at age 27. A graduate of the University of Arkansas with a…
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Forbes Names Four Arkansas Banks to “Best Bank in Each State” List
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleFour Arkansas banks have been named to Forbes’ annual “America’s Best Bank in Each State List” for 2019. Bank OZK, First Security Bank, Simmons First National and Arvest Bank have been named to the annual list. These Arkansas banks competed…
First Security Bank has opened its first full-service banking location in Sherwood. Located at 9750 Brockington Road, the new First Security Bank is a 3,800 banking center and represents the company’s newest expansion in Pulaski County. Currently, there are 13…
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Alex Beasley Promoted to Loan Officer at First Security Bank
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffFirst Security Bank Jonesboro has promoted a new loan officer at its main Jonesboro banking center. Alex Beasley of Jonesboro has been promoted to loan officer, and in his new role, will focus on consumer and small business lending. Beasley…
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First Security Sues Lauren James Enterprises Over Loans
by Grace Vowellby Grace VowellLauren James Enterprises is being sued by First Security Bank for allegedly defaulting on a loan. The Searcy-based bank is seeking $338,720 from an unpaid balance business loan of $400,000. The women’s clothing company, based in Fayetteville, was founded in…
July/August 2015 Issue We asked five banking executives the question: What changes to federal or state regulation would benefit you and your depositors most, and why? Most of the answers revolve around the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection…