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The company will pay $29 million for Virginia Bank Bankshares.

The company will pay $24 million in cash for Central Federal Bancshares.

Organizers of First Women's Bank have also filled two key executive posts.

Organizers of Founders Bank in Washington still need to raise at least $25 million before opening.

The Pennsylvania company will pay $80 million for the parent of USNY Bank.

From the presidential election to Supreme Court cases, growth strategies and more, these are the issues that could define the next 12 months.

With loan demand weak due to factors beyond their control, small-bank execs can expect to field lots of questions about capital and expense management.

The company, which has agreed to buy Marquis Bancorp, could use some of the proceeds to fund growth and pay off a line of credit.

Organizers of TYME Bank aim to take advantage of consolidation taking place around Texas.

Organizers of Bank of St. George still need to raise $18 million before opening.