BlackRidgeBANK

BlackRidgeBANK was established on April 23, 2007, with its headquarters located in North Dakota. The bank focused on providing various banking services, and during its operation, it expanded through acquisitions. On October 1, 2011, BlackRidgeBANK acquired First State Bank of Alexandria in Alexandria, Minnesota, and Lakewood Bank, National Association in Baxter, Minnesota. This strategic growth allowed the bank to enhance its service offerings and customer base. However, on November 13, 2020, BlackRidgeBANK merged with First Western Bank & Trust, a financial institution also based in Minot, North Dakota, thereby ceasing to exist as an independent entity.

Below is a list of some important events in banks history, including mergers and acquisitions.

2007-04-23Institution established. Original name: BlackRidgeBANK.

2011-10-01Acquired Lakewood Bank, National Association in Baxter, MN.

2011-10-01Acquired First State Bank of Alexandria in Alexandria, MN.

2020-11-13Merged and became part of First Western Bank & Trust in Minot, ND.