The First State Bank

Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender The First State Bank opened its doors in Louise, Texas, on May 7, 1956 with original capital. The first bank officers were John W. Hancock, President; L.S. Stockton, Executive Vice President and Cashier; and M.W. Crowell, Vice President. By the end of September of the same year, The First State Bank had over $1 million in assets. The First State Bank continues to grow and is resolved to stay independent. Today the bank has over $820 million in assets,$70 million in capital and 12 full-service branches - Louise, El Campo, Sweeny, Blessing, Wharton, Ganado, Bay City, Angleton, Victoria, Woodsboro, Refugio and Dilley, and two Loan Production Offices - El Campo Mortgage and Sugar Land. The First State Bank is proud of its community involvement and quality service. We live up to our motto:"Friendliest Bank Anywhere." Come in and let us prove it to you!