First National Bank of Hot Springs

The June acquisition of First National Security Co. propelled Bear State Financial Inc. of Harrison into the top tier of Arkansas bank holding companies. read more >

The pending sale of First National Security Co. of Hot Springs will result in a $129.1 million payday for the family of John H. Hendrix. The cash-stock combo transaction with Harrison’s First Federal Bancshares of Arkansas Inc. is valued at about $134.2 million. read more >