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Talking about Poverty: Food Costs in the 1950s
By Kathryn Hazelett Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of blog posts to critically examine how poverty is defined, measured, and talked about, and how those conversations influence public policy. I know, I know. We’ve been talking about poverty. Why are we...
Southern Bancorp Opens New Branch in Mount Ida
LITTLE ROCK, ARK - Southern Bancorp is excited to announce the opening of its newest branch in Mount Ida, Arkansas, located at 1017 Hwy 270 E. Doors open to the public on August 19th. To celebrate the new branch, Southern is hosting a community cookout on August 30th...
Southern Bancorp Welcomes New Commercial Lender in Hernando
LITTLE ROCK, ARK – Southern Bancorp recently announced the hiring of Josh Newsom as Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending in Hernando, Mississippi. Newsom has worked in the banking and finance industry for more than 12 years. “We’re excited to welcome Josh to...
Southern Bancorp Receives America Saves Designation of Savings Excellence for Third Year
LITTLE ROCK, ARK – Southern Bancorp was recently recognized with the America Saves Designation of Savings Excellence for the third consecutive year. This award is reserved for financial institutions who made extraordinary efforts to encourage and empower families and...
Southern Bancorp Opens Branch in Glenwood
LITTLE ROCK, ARK – Southern Bancorp is excited to announce the recent opening of its newest branch in Glenwood, Arkansas. The Community Development Finance Institution opened its 47th location on May 28th at #3 Caddo Crossing. To celebrate their arrival to Glenwood,...
Southern Bancorp Bank Announces Executive Promotion
John French Named Executive Vice President for Risk and Operations LITTLE ROCK, ARK - Southern Bancorp Bank (Southern)today announced the promotion of John French to Executive Vice President for Risk and Operations. In this new position, French will report directly to...
Southern Bancorp Announces Gurdon Branch Grand Opening
Ribbon Cutting to take place on April 18th at 11:30 AM. LITTLE ROCK, ARK – Southern Bancorp is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest branch in Gurdon, Arkansas, located at 600 Main Street. The celebration will take place on April 18th from 11:00 AM to...
Southern Bancorp Names New Director of Public Policy and Advocacy
Janie Ginocchio to lead organization’s policy agenda and advocacy efforts LITTLE ROCK- Southern Bancorp today announced the hiring of Janie Ginocchio as the new Director of Public Policy and Advocacy. In this role, Ginocchio will advocate for public policies in...
Southern Bancorp Organizations Promote America Saves Week
LITTLE ROCK - As part of America Saves Week 2019, February 25 – March 2, Southern Bancorp Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Bancorp, Inc. and one of the nation’s largest community development banks, is partnering with Southern Bancorp Community Partners...
Statement on Recently Announced CFPB Rule Change Affecting Payday Lenders
Little Rock, Ark. – Southern Bancorp, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with operations in Arkansas and Mississippi, announced its opposition to this week’s proposed Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule change that would remove...