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Eureka, Calif.-based credit union will expand to Arcata.

Delaware-based CU's new charter will allow it to branch out further into the First State, as well as into Maryland.

Dennis Zember, Ameris' chief operating officer, was named CEO of the company's bank. Edwin Hortman Jr. will continue to run Ameris.

The $32 million purchase of Sunshine Financial will provide First Bancshares with its first branches in Tallahassee, Fla.

The Pleasanton, Calif.-based credit union is also celebrating its 85th anniversary.

The two tiny credit unions merged with the $313 million Pelican State on Nov. 1 and Dec. 1 of this year.

The company agreed to buy TCSB Bancorp, the parent of Traverse City State Bank, for $63 million.

The returns were part of the credit union's "Ent Extras" rewards program.

Credit unions all around the globe shot photos throughout the day on International Credit Union Day for the 20th anniversary of this special feature.

Sometimes it’s not enough to offer everyday value — you’ve also got to have some flash.