First Midwest Bank

First Midwest Bank, originally established as the Bank of Piedmont on November 22, 1902, has undergone several name changes and organizational transformations throughout its history. In 1975, the main office was relocated to Highway 34 and Beckville Road in Piedmont, Missouri. The institution was renamed First Midwest Bank of Piedmont on September 1, 1989. On January 1, 2005, First Midwest Bank acquired First Midwest Bank of Carter County in Van Buren, Missouri, and subsequently changed its name to First Midwest Bank of the Ozarks on the same day. This name change marked a significant rebranding for the bank as it expanded its operations. On December 3, 2021, First Midwest Bank merged and became part of First Midwest Bank of the Ozarks, solidifying its presence in the region.

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

1902-11-22Institution established. Original name: Bank of Piedmont.

1975-05-29Main Office moved to Highway 34 And Beckville Road, Piedmont, MO 63957.

1989-09-01Changed Institution Name to First Midwest Bank of Piedmont.

2005-01-01Changed Institution Name to First Midwest Bank of the Ozarks.

2005-01-01Acquired First Midwest Bank of Carter County in Van Buren, MO.

2021-12-03Merged and became part of First Midwest Bank of the Ozarks in Poplar Bluff, MO.

2021-12-03Changed Institution Name to First Midwest Bank of the Ozarks.