OTS approves Michigan thrift merger.

TROY, Mich. -- Standard Federal Bank said it has received approval from the Office of Thrift Supervision to acquire Interfirst Bankcorp, Ann Arbor, for $13.65 a share, subject to adjustment as provided in the agreement.

Standard Federal said it expected to complete the deal by the end of the year, subject to approval by Interfirst shareholders.

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