BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – Cadence Bank and State Bank Financial Corp. are announcing a merger.

2. Walmart Sees Strong Online Sales Lift Third-Quarter Results - Friday, November 17, 2017

NEW YORK (AP) – A surging online business and strong food sales boosted Walmart's results Thursday ahead of the holiday season, a day after its rival Target offered a cautious forecast that overshadowed progress it has made in bringing more customers to its stores.

3. New Housing Market in Recovery - Monday, February 20, 2017

Memphis and Shelby County saw a much stronger new housing market in 2016 than it’s seen in the last several years.

Builder confidence continues to grow, with 961 new-home starts in 2016 compared to 898 new-home starts in 2015, amounting to a 7 percent increase for the year. This is the most new-home starts Shelby County has seen since the crash of the housing market in 2007.

4. Penney's Reports 3Q Sales Shortfall, Cuts Outlook - Monday, November 14, 2016

J.C. Penney cut its sales outlook for the year after reporting a surprise decline in a key sales figure for the third quarter as it wrestled with sluggish clothing sales.

The report is a setback for Penney, whose business has been volatile, bouncing back in the summer after a tough start to the year.

5. Semmes Murphey Adds Four Doctors to Clinic - Monday, August 29, 2016

Semmes Murphey Clinic has brought on four new doctors who bring an expanded array of specialties to the clinic’s practice, including endovascular, physiatry, and deformity and complex spine treatments.

6. Born in the Projects, Norman Fights for Social Justice - Friday, June 24, 2016

Keith Norman makes a habit of rising before the sun – and no wonder. As vice president of government affairs at Baptist Memorial Health Care and president of the Memphis branch of the NAACP, he’s got a lot on his plate. But if you want to see him in his element, stop by First Baptist Church on Broad, Sunday morning at 7:45 a.m.

7. Pinnacle Adds Professionals in Memphis, North Miss. - Saturday, June 18, 2016

Pinnacle Financial Partners has expanded its Memphis-area team again.

The bank has hired a trust adviser assistant and financial adviser assistant, both in the Quail Hollow office in Memphis. The bank also added a mortgage advisor assistant in its North Mississippi mortgage office.

8. Pinnacle Adds Professionals in Memphis, North Mississippi - Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Pinnacle Financial Partners has expanded its Memphis-area team again.

The bank has hired three new professionals – a trust advisor assistant and a financial advisor assistant, both in the company’s Quail Hollow office in Memphis. The bank also has added a mortgage advisor assistant in its North Mississippi mortgage office.

9. Clark Butcher is Pedaling to Glory - Friday, March 18, 2016

It’s 6 a.m. on a rainy Wednesday morning. Outside, the sun has not yet risen. But inside Victory Bicycle Studio, they’re already playing Rihanna. “We’re gonna start with some two-minute openers,” shouts Clark Butcher, over the thump of the music. “I want you at 70 percent of your max. Let’s go!”

10. Events - Tuesday, March 8, 2016

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet Tuesday, March 8, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

HireLive will host a sales and marketing career fair Wednesday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 5069 Sanderlin Ave. Email your resume to 11056-36-mh2006@apply.maxhire.net and bring 10-15 resumes to the event. Visit hirelive.com.

11. Events - Monday, March 7, 2016

Carriage Crossing Restaurant Week will be held through Thursday, March 6-10, in The Shops at Carriage Crossing, 4674 Merchants Park Circle. Diners at participating restaurants (Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s, Firebirds, Hickory Tavern and STIX) can enjoy $40 prix fixe menus that include an appetizer, two entrees and dessert for two. Reservations recommended. Visit shopcarriagecrossing.com to preview menus.

12. Events - Saturday, March 5, 2016

Carriage Crossing Restaurant Week will be held Sunday through Thursday, March 6-10, in The Shops at Carriage Crossing, 4674 Merchants Park Circle. Diners at participating restaurants (Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s, Firebirds, Hickory Tavern and STIX) can enjoy $40 prix fixe menus that include an appetizer, two entrees and dessert for two. Reservations recommended. Visit shopcarriagecrossing.com to preview menus.

13. Events - Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Central Defense Staffing will host a recruitment event Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6084 Apple Tree Drive, suite 10. CDS is seeking to fill positions for all shifts at various accounts in Memphis and North Mississippi. Applicants must bring two forms of ID and be able to pass drug screening and background checks. Visit centraldefensestaffing.com or call 901-473-6385, ext. 400.

14. Events - Monday, February 8, 2016

The Orpheum Theatre will present 2014 Tony Award winner “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder” Tuesday, Feb. 9, through Feb. 14 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

15. Events - Saturday, February 6, 2016

University of Memphis Hooks Institute will host “Stokely: A Life” author Peniel E. Joseph for a lecture, lunch and book signing Thursday, Feb. 11, at 11 a.m. in the University Center River Room, 499 University St. Joseph’s biography of Stokely Carmichael won the 2014 Benjamin L. Hooks Institute National Book Award. Visit memphis.edu/benhooks for details.

16. Events - Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Kiwanis Club of Memphis will meet Wednesday, Feb. 3, from noon to 1 p.m. at The University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Mike Fleming, president of the Memphis Railroad and Trolley Museum, will speak. Lunch fee is $20. RSVP to bethhaag@comcast.net.

17. Events - Monday, February 1, 2016

Greater Memphis IT Council will host a Tech Tuesday event on Tuesday, Feb. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, 1900 Union Ave. Mark Stephens of First Horizon Corp. will present “Dashboards & Data Analytics.” Register at memphisitcouncil.com.

18. Sledge Joins Paragon Private Banking Team - Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Julia Sledge has joined Paragon Bank as portfolio manager in private banking. Sledge has more than 30 years of experience in the banking industry, holding leadership positions at both Union Planters Bank and Cadence Bank. In her new role, she’ll provide service and support to Paragon’s private banking team.

19. Pinnacle Financial Partners Expands Memphis Team - Saturday, January 16, 2016

Pinnacle Financial Partners is continuing to expand its ranks in Memphis.

The latest addition is a team from Cadence Bank that will accelerate Pinnacle’s commercial and industrial lending in the city and is based at Pinnacle’s Memphis headquarters on Quail Hollow Road.

20. Pinnacle Financial Partners Expands Memphis Team - Thursday, January 14, 2016

Pinnacle Financial Partners is continuing to expand its ranks in Memphis.

The latest addition is a team from Cadence Bank that will accelerate Pinnacle’s commercial and industrial lending in the city and is based at Pinnacle’s Memphis headquarters on Quail Hollow Road.

21. Events - Tuesday, January 12, 2016

The Orpheum Theatre will present Roald Dahl’s “Matilda” Tuesday, Jan. 12, through Jan. 17 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

22. Events - Monday, January 11, 2016

The Orpheum Theatre will present Roald Dahl’s “Matilda” Tuesday, Jan. 12, through Jan. 17 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

23. Events - Saturday, January 9, 2016

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis will host the 14th annual Valero Memphis Refinery Tool Box Bash on Friday, Jan. 15, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Road. The event will include live and silent auctions, whiskey tasting, live music and more. Tickets are $60 at toolboxbash.com or 901-322-3532.

24. Events - Tuesday, December 8, 2015

The Orpheum Theatre will present Disney’s “Newsies” Tuesday, Dec. 8, through Dec. 13 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

25. Events - Monday, December 7, 2015

Memphis Botanic Garden will exhibit Stephanie Wexler’s “uRbanRuraLandscapes” Monday, Dec. 7, through Jan. 4 at MBG, 750 Cherry Road. All works available for purchase. Visit memphisbotanicgarden.com.

26. Cyber Monday Sales Still on Top, But Losing Some Luster - Tuesday, December 1, 2015

NEW YORK (AP) — Retailers are rolling out online deals on so-called "Cyber Monday." But now that shoppers are online all the time anyway, the 10-year-old shopping holiday is losing some of its luster.

27. Events - Tuesday, November 10, 2015

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

28. Events - Monday, November 9, 2015

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network will host the Quality of Life and Palliative Care Policy Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Memphis Bioworks Foundation, 20 Dudley St. The forum will discuss the impact of public policy on patient quality-of-life issues in Tennessee. Cost is free. RSVP at acscan.org or email lynn.williams@cancer.org.

29. Events - Saturday, November 7, 2015

Cadence Bank and MIFA will hold a Cadence Community Connection @ MIFA session on holiday budgeting Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the MIFA Family Center, 910 Vance Ave. The session will cover how to deal with extra expenses around the holidays. Cost is free. Visit mifa.org.

30. Fred Davis Looks Back on Long Career - Saturday, October 17, 2015

Fred Davis can laugh about it now, but the founder of the Fred L. Davis Insurance Agency – which opened its doors back in 1967, the year before Davis was elected to the Memphis City Council – wasn’t always as sanguine about the color of his hair.

31. Events - Tuesday, October 13, 2015

The Orpheum Theatre will present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” Tuesday, Oct. 13, through Oct. 18 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

32. Events - Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Memphis Botanic Garden will host a Food Truck Garden Party Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the garden, 750 Cherry Road. The event will feature live music, cash bar and food trucks, plus the new Memphis Parent Play Zone, featuring activities for families and kids. Tickets include one drink and are $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. Visit memphisbotanicgarden.com.

33. Events - Saturday, September 5, 2015

Literacy Mid-South will host the second annual Mid-South Book Festival Wednesday, Sept. 9, through Sunday, Sept. 13, at Playhouse on the Square (66 S. Cooper St.) and Circuit Playhouse (51 S. Cooper). The literary event will feature more than 80 local and national authors, writing workshops, panel discussions, a street fair and more. Visit midsouthbookfest.org for a schedule.

34. Events - Monday, September 7, 2015

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

35. Is Chad Kelly Ole Miss’ Long-Term QB Solution? - Friday, September 4, 2015

OXFORD, Miss. – Like a lot of places around the SEC this summer – Alabama, Georgia, LSU – the preseason conversation here has been all about quarterbacks. Which explains why five days before Ole Miss was to open the season on Saturday, Sept. 5 vs. Tennessee-Martin, junior center Robert Conyers was asked to weigh in on the topic.

36. Events - Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Memphis Botanic Garden will host a Food Truck Garden Party Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the garden, 750 Cherry Road. The event will feature live music, cash bar, food trucks and Memphis Parent Play Zone for kids. Tickets include one drink and are $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. Visit memphisbotanicgarden.com.

37. Events - Monday, August 10, 2015

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

38. Events - Saturday, August 8, 2015

High Point Terrace retailers will hold a fundraiser for the family of Memphis police officer Sean Bolton Thursday, Aug. 13, at 5:30 p.m. at High Point Pub, 477 High Point Terrace. The event will feature live music, and hot dogs, hamburgers and sides for sale. All tips and funds placed in the collection jar as well as a percentage of pub sales will be donated. For more information, call 901-237-1658.

39. Cadence Bank Supports Memphis Organizations with Direct, Indirect Aid - Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Banks are important community institutions not just for the services they provide – consumer loans, small business financing, etc. – but also for the investment they make in communities.

Such investments include the one announced by Cadence Bank recently, a six-figure equity-equivalent investment to River City Capital to support its Small Business Loan Fund.

40. Cadence Announces Support for River City Capital - Monday, August 3, 2015

Cadence Bank has announced a $200,000 equity-equivalent investment to River City Capital Investment Corp. to support its Small Business Loan Fund.

41. Events - Wednesday, July 1, 2015

The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will meet Wednesday, July 1, at 4 p.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

42. Events - Tuesday, June 9, 2015

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet Tuesday, June 9, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

43. Free Personal Finance Classes to Start June 10 - Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Cadence Bank and MIFA, the nonprofit social services organization, will present Cadence Community Connection @ MIFA, a series of 12 free monthly classes on personal finance.

44. Editorial: Meetings and Marches Won’t Fix Memphis Violence - Saturday, April 18, 2015

Lanetta King never had a chance. She walked out the doors of Hillcrest High School near the end of the school year just as a gunfire erupted between two groups of rival gang members.

Her name might sound familiar to you. Or perhaps you’ve never heard of her before.

45. Park Avenue Massage Parlor Closed As Public Nuisance - Tuesday, March 24, 2015

A Park Avenue business with a stripper pole in its waiting room has been closed since Friday, March 20, as a public nuisance.

The District Attorney General’s office sought a court order to shutter Lilly’s Spa. The owners of Lilly’s face prostitution charges from a connected investigation by the Memphis Police Organized Crime Unit.

46. Memphis Protests Channel Outrage, History - Monday, December 8, 2014

The mantra was steady in the courtyard of the National Civil Rights Museum last week as a group of 70 people lay on the cold bricks near the balcony where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated.

47. Simonson Joins IRIS Orchestra Staff - Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Jenna Simonson has joined IRIS Orchestra as community relations coordinator. In her new role, Simonson will oversee community engagement programs and office management for the orchestra, which kicked off its 15th season in October.

48. Bigger LIFT - Friday, October 31, 2014

The former Cadence Bank branch on Court Avenue Downtown is the new and bigger home for Community LIFT, the local intermediary with community development corporations founded by a coalition of nonprofits and the city of Memphis four years ago.

49. Classroom Shift - Thursday, October 2, 2014

Once students in 18 Shelby County schools return from their fall break Oct. 13 they should start taking home the Lenovo Yoga laptop-tablets that are at the heart of the system’s three-year blended-learning pilot program.

50. Landmark Community Bank Makes Acquisitions - Saturday, April 12, 2014

Collierville-based Landmark Community Bank has completed acquisitions of Cadence Bank branches in Franklin and Brentwood.

51. Landmark Community Bank Makes Acquisitions - Thursday, April 10, 2014

Collierville-based Landmark Community Bank has completed acquisitions of Cadence Bank branches in Franklin and Brentwood.

52. Georgian Woods Apartments Sell for $3.9 Million - Tuesday, March 25, 2014

118 St. Agnes Drive
Memphis, TN 38112

Sale Amount: $3.9 million

Sale Date: March 14, 2014

Buyer: Georgian Woods Property Owner LLC

53. Owner of New Getwell Facility Files $1.2M Loan - Friday, March 21, 2014

The owner of the 110,808-square-foot industrial facility at 4050 New Getwell Road in Oakhaven has filed a $1.2 million loan on the property.

54. Cadence Bank Offers Aid to Government Employees - Saturday, October 5, 2013

Because of the federal government shutdown, Cadence Bank is offering one-month payment extensions to its clients who are U.S. government employees, including military service members.

55. Cadence Bank Offers Aid to Government Employees - Thursday, October 3, 2013

Because of the federal government shutdown, Cadence Bank is offering one-month payment extensions to its clients who are U.S. government employees, including military service members.

56. Landmark Bank Expands in Middle Tennessee - Saturday, September 21, 2013

Landmark Community Bank has reached a deal with Cadence Bank to buy certain branch loans and assume all deposits in Cadence’s Middle Tennessee operations. As part of the deal, Landmark will also enter into a sublease with Cadence to operate its branch facilities at 198 Main St. in Franklin and 93 Seaboard Lane in Brentwood. The transaction, subject to regulatory approval, is scheduled to close on March 31.

57. Landmark Bank Expands in Middle Tennessee - Monday, September 16, 2013

Landmark Community Bank has reached a deal with Cadence Bank to buy certain branch loans and assume all deposits in Cadence’s Middle Tennessee operations.

58. Boost Sales by Talking Their Talk - Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Linguistics is the study of human language. Since a sales pitch is essentially just a conversation between two people, those with a deep understanding of the nuances behind the spoken word – or linguistics – will find more success in the sales profession.

59. ‘Back to Life’ - Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Memphis resident Geraldine Harris has been shopping at the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis ReStore since it opened two years ago, finding discount prices and unique items she couldn’t locate anywhere else.

60. Briglia Joins Archer-Malmo as Web/Broadcast Artist - Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Kristen Briglia has joined archer-malmo as web/broadcast turbo artist. In her new role, Briglia will produce web graphics, HTML and video-editing services for the growing digital and broadcast departments, and will also help on print projects as needed.

61. Magna Intent on Raising Profile, Enhancing Services - Saturday, April 27, 2013

This year is turning out to be a big one for Magna Bank as it rolls out new products and services, adds key personnel and boosts its profile across the Mid-South.

62. Magna Bank Makes Several Appointments - Saturday, April 20, 2013

Magna Bank has named Frazer Gieselmann as senior vice president and manager of construction lending.

As manager of construction lending, he will lead the bank in providing construction loans to individuals and builders.

63. Magna Bank Makes Several Appointments - Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Magna Bank has named Frazer Gieselmann as senior vice president and manager of construction lending.

As manager of construction lending, he will lead the bank in providing construction loans to individuals and builders.

64. Stemmler Joins Iberiabank as Branch Manager - Monday, April 1, 2013

Bill Stemmler has joined Iberiabank as vice president and branch manager of the bank’s 4894 Poplar Ave. branch location.

65. McIver Celebrates 15 Years at MALS - Thursday, March 14, 2013

Harrison McIver has entered his 15th year as executive director of Memphis Area Legal Services Inc. with a daunting challenge that’s as constant as it is acute.

66. Lowe's Third-Quarter Net Income Climbs on Fewer Charges - Wednesday, November 21, 2012

NEW YORK (AP) – Lowe's Cos. reports its third-quarter net income surged 76 percent, helped by lower costs and higher revenue, as the company's efforts to revamp its merchandise and prices appeared to be gaining traction.

67. Midtown Utopia - Monday, September 24, 2012

Of Memphis’ tales of humble beginnings, of which there are many, the fluctuating renaissance of the Cooper-Young neighborhood is certainly compelling throughout.

The area has cycled from its 19th century roots to 1970s crime and neglect to its present-day status as one of the largest historic districts in the Southeast, a magnet of all ages and walks of life. All thanks to individuals and organizations that wouldn’t settle for sub-par quality in their tiny town within the bustling Bluff City.

68. Historically Hip - Thursday, September 13, 2012

There will be meandering crowds, hand-made art, funky tunes, political campaigning, locally sourced foods and a fireworks display.

More than 400 vendor booths are slated to celebrate this year’s 25th anniversary of the Cooper Young Festival on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the corner of Cooper Street and Young Avenue.

69. Cadence Announces Layoffs - Thursday, July 12, 2012

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Cadence Bank will lay off 17 workers at its loan operations center in Starkville.

70. Cadence Bank, Cintas Promote Shred Days - Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Cadence Bank and Cintas Document Managing are sponsoring the sixth annual Community Shred Days to help Memphis residents and businesses destroy old and unwanted documents free of charge.

71. Preserve at Southwind Apts. Sell for $22.2 Million - Tuesday, October 25, 2011

7991 Capilano Drive
Memphis, TN 38125
Sale Amount: $22.2 million

Sale Date: Oct. 12, 2011

72. Hyneman G'town Property Sells for $4.1 Million - Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Forest Downs Properties LLC has bought William R. (“Rusty”) Hyneman and Caresse M. Hyneman’s Germantown property from the couple for $4.1 million.

73. Cadence Bank Contributes $60K to Habitat ReStore - Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Cadence Bank has announced it will invest $60,000 over the next three years in the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis ReStore.

74. Cadence Bank, Cintas Sponsor Shred Day - Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Cadence Bank and Cintas Document Management continue their fifth annual Community Shred Day this week, providing an opportunity for Memphis residents and businesses to bring documents to a Cadence Bank location where they will be destroyed for free.

75. Cabot Affiliate Buys Airport Industrial Warehouse - Tuesday, April 12, 2011

3924 Crowfarn Drive
Memphis, TN 38118
Sale Amount: $2.2 million
Sale Date: March 28, 2011
Buyer: Cabot III-TN1M01 LLC
Seller: MM Industrial Memphis LLC

76. Richland Holdings Buys Fountain Brook Lots - Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Richland Holdings LLC, which shares a Memphis address with developer Kevin Hyneman Cos., has bought 55 lots in Fountain Brook Planned Development from Cadence Bank for $1.1 million. The transaction closed March 29.

77. Houston Company Completes Cadence Deal - Tuesday, March 8, 2011

A Houston company that invests in community banks has completed its $30 million buyout of Cadence Financial Corp. and invested $144 million in Cadence Bank, the companies said Monday.

78. Cadence Bank CEO Stepping Down - Monday, February 21, 2011

Lewis Mallory, the chairman and CEO of the holding company for Cadence Bank, is stepping down.

79. Cadence Bank CEO Stepping Down - Friday, February 18, 2011

Lewis Mallory, the chairman and CEO of the holding company for Cadence Bank, is stepping down.

80. Cadence Shareholders Approve Merger - Friday, December 10, 2010

The vast majority of voting shareholders of Cadence Financial Corp. – 89 percent – voted Thursday for publicly traded Cadence to be taken private via the company’s acquisition by a private equity company.

81. Cadence Agrees to Plan From St. Louis Fed - Monday, November 22, 2010

Cadence Financial Corp., which has endured several rough quarters and recently announced a merger with a private equity company, has entered into a written agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

82. Cadence Post Narrows Q3 Loss to $7.5M - Friday, November 12, 2010

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) – Cadence Financial Corp., parent of Cadence Bank, has reported a net loss of $7.5 million, or 63 cents per share, for the third quarter ended Sept. 30.

83. Metropolitan Bank Eyeing Banner Year, Expansion - Monday, November 8, 2010

Metropolitan Bank was launched amid the financial crisis of 2008, but you couldn’t tell that from looking at its balance sheet and communications with shareholders.

84. Cadence Merger Vote Scheduled for Dec. 9 - Friday, November 5, 2010

Cadence Financial Corp. has called a special shareholders meeting for Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. to consider and vote on a merger between Cadence and Community Bancorp LLC, a Houston-based private equity company.

85. Cadence Deal: Four-Month Whirlwind - Monday, October 25, 2010

A whirlwind of negotiations spanning four months and involving multiple suitors led to Cadence Bank’s acceptance two weeks ago of a buyout by a Houston-based private equity firm.

86. Trustmark: Cadence Deal May Be Primer on How to Do It - Friday, October 22, 2010

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Trustmark Corp. believes its attempt to acquire Cadence Bank — even though it failed — can serve as a blueprint for other banks seeking to buy distressed institutions not yet under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation control.

87. Local TARP Profits Lining Up For Fed - Tuesday, October 19, 2010

The federal government has so far turned a nearly $93 million profit from the investment of emergency capital into Memphis-area banks as part of its larger rescue of the nation’s financial system in 2008.

88. Cadence Shareholders to Vote on Sale - Monday, October 11, 2010

Cadence Bank shareholders are expected to vote within the next two months on the bank’s sale to a Houston-based private equity firm, with the surprising and hastily arranged deal closing by the end of this year or in early 2011.

89. Cadence Snubs Trustmark, Finds Another Partner - Thursday, October 7, 2010

Never mind – turns out, Cadence Bank isn’t getting acquired by Trustmark Bank after all.

90. Cadence-Trustmark Deal is Off - Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Never mind – turns out, Cadence Bank isn’t getting acquired by Trustmark Bank after all.

91. Morgan Keegan Turns Focus to Growing Banks - Monday, October 4, 2010

The equity research department of Morgan Keegan & Co. Inc. has initiated coverage on a handful of Mid-South banks that are relatively small in size but have big ambitions and plenty of promise with which to grab investor attention.

92. Weeks of Talks Preceded Merger - Monday, September 27, 2010

The merger of Cadence Financial Corp. into Trustmark Corp., an all-stock deal announced late Wednesday, came to fruition relatively quickly, ending a period of uncertainty and volatility for Cadence and re-iterating Trustmark’s strength.

93. Trustmark-Cadence Merger Shows Different Outcomes - Friday, September 24, 2010

The merger of Trustmark National Bank and Cadence Bank offers a reminder of the arguably scattershot approach with which the federal government implemented the Troubled Asset Relief Program.

94. Trustmark, Cadence Banks Merging - Thursday, September 23, 2010

Two Mid-South banks – Trustmark Corp. and Cadence Financial Corp., each with a handful of branches in Shelby County – announced the signing of a merger agreement Wednesday afternoon.

95. Cadence Quiet About Future as Deadline Passes - Thursday, September 23, 2010

Starkville, Miss.-based Cadence Bank officials say they cannot comment on efforts to raise capital to meet federal requirements.

96. Area Banks Repay $70M In TARP Funds - Monday, June 21, 2010

The U.S. Treasury has collected more than $70 million from Memphis-area banks that participated in the federal government’s dramatic rescue of the financial system in 2008, the latest figures show.

97. Cadence Strives to Complete Federal Turnaround Plan - Friday, May 28, 2010

2010 is shaping up to be a critical year for Cadence Financial Corp., the Starkville, Miss.-based bank that’s trying to follow through on a turnaround plan mandated by federal officials.

98. Cotton Leads April’s Slow CRE Numbers - Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Cotton was king of commercial real estate in April as transactions involving three merchants – a pair of longtime Memphis companies and one area newcomer – represented two of the month’s top sales.

99. American Snuff Files Permit for Improvements to Hickory Hill Property - Tuesday, May 4, 2010

5106 Tradeport Drive
Memphis, TN 38115
Permit Amount: $3.2 Million

Project Cost: $3.2 million
Permit Date: Applied April 2010
Completion: TBA
Owner: American Snuff Co. LLC
Tenant: American Snuff Co. LLC
Contractor: N/A
Architect: N/A

100. Q1 Looks Brighter For Cadence Financial - Thursday, April 29, 2010

The first three months of the year looked brighter for Starkville, Miss.-based Cadence Financial Corp., whose banking unit operates several branches in Shelby County.