Wisconsin

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Rising taxes, declining population and the political landscape in Illinois have led several bankers to put more money and resources into nearby states.

Brandon Riechers has been with RCU since 1996, has served as EVP/CLO since 2012.

The $482 million deal would be Associated's first bank acquisition since June 2007.

‘Dreams Thrive Here’ will celebrate the spirit of credit unions on Oct. 19.

Timothy Barthel will succeed Georgine Levine, who passed away in August 2016.

The accreditaiton period lasts for five years, subject to annual review. This is the fourth reaccreditation for Badger State regulators since 2001.

Bank First has agreed to pay $76 million in cash and stock for Waupaca Bancorp. The company should have nearly $1.8 billion in assets when it completes the deal.

Guaranty Bank & Trust in Milwaukee was shut down by federal regulators Friday, just a week after one of the costliest failures since the crisis.

The company will sell five branches in Wisconsin to an unnamed buyer. It also plans to close two locations.