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“This combination represents the best of community banking—strong local relationships, shared values, and a long-term commitment to the people and businesses we serve,” 

-Greg Dodds, President and CEO, TexasBank

October 16, 2026

Texas Banc Financial Corp. and Haskell Bancshares, Inc. Announce Definitive Agreement to Strengthen Community Banking in North and West Texas

FORT WORTH, Texas — Texas Banc Financial Corp., the holding company of TexasBank, and Haskell Bancshares, Inc., the holding company of Haskell National Bank, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Texas Banc Financial Corp. will acquire Haskell Bancshares, Inc. As part of the transaction, Haskell National Bank will merge into TexasBank.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to relationship-driven banking, local decision-making, and continued investment in the communities both banks have served for generations.

The transaction is subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals and customary closing conditions and is expected to close later this year or early next year.

“This combination represents the best of community banking—strong local relationships, shared values, and a long-term commitment to the people and businesses we serve,” said Greg Dodds, President and CEO of TexasBank. “Haskell National Bank has built an exceptional legacy in West Texas, and we are honored to build on that foundation. Together, we will continue investing in these communities while expanding the resources and capabilities available to our customers.”

Haskell National Bank has long-served families, farmers, ranchers, and small businesses throughout the region, earning a reputation for trust, service, and leadership. TexasBank brings additional scale and resources, while maintaining a consistent focus on community banking.

“This is a partnership rooted in shared values and a common vision for the future,” said Robert Howard, CEO of Haskell National Bank. “TexasBank understands the importance of local relationships and community presence. We are confident this combination will preserve our legacy while creating new opportunities to serve our customers and support the growth of our communities.”

The combined organization will focus on preserving existing relationships, investing in the local economies across Haskell, Abilene, and the surrounding areas, and expanding financial solutions, treasury management, and digital banking capabilities to meet the evolving needs of customers.

Customers will continue to receive the same personalized service they expect, with the added benefit of expanded products and services over time. Both banks are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for customers and employees.

Alston & Bird LLP served as the legal advisor to Texas Banc Financial Corp., and Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP served as the legal advisor to Haskell Bancshares, Inc.

Additional information will be shared as the transaction progresses toward closing.

About TexasBank

TexasBank currently serves the communities of Bangs, Brownwood, Comanche, Dallas, Decatur, Dublin, Eastland, El Paso, Fort Worth, Stephenville, and Weatherford. The Fort Worth-based community bank has approximately $2.5 billion in assets and is built on a foundation of relationship banking, local decision-making, and long-term community investment.

About Haskell National Bank

Haskell National Bank is a community bank headquartered in Haskell, Texas, with a long-standing tradition of serving individuals, families, and businesses throughout West Texas. The bank is known for its personal service, local expertise, and deep community ties.

 

This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning the proposed transaction between Texas Banc Financial Corp., TexasBank, Haskell Bancshares, Inc. and Haskell National Bank, including statements regarding the anticipated timing and completion of the transaction, the expected benefits of the combination, integration plans, leadership arrangements and the future operations of the combined institution.

Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and assumptions and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These factors include, among others, the possibility that required regulatory, corporate or shareholder approvals may not be obtained or may be delayed; the possibility that other closing conditions may not be satisfied; challenges associated with integrating the two organizations; changes in economic, market, competitive, interest rate or regulatory conditions; and other risks affecting the parties or the proposed transaction.

Neither Texas Banc Financial Corp., TexasBank, Haskell Bancshares, Inc. nor Haskell National Bank undertakes any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement except as required by applicable law.

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Media Contact:
Amy Gill
VP/Director of Marketing
TexasBank
325-649-9217
Amy.Gill@TexasBank.com