Managing money involves more than depositing a paycheck or paying monthly bills. From purchasing a first home to financing a business or preparing for retirement, financial decisions often require dependable services and knowledgeable guidance. Banks and credit unions help individuals and organizations manage savings, access credit and plan for future expenses. Supporting those financial needs across the Ohio Valley are institutions recognized through the Best of the Best Reader's Choice Awards.
Hancock County Savings Bank has served the northern West Virginia community since 1899, maintaining its headquarters in Chester and branches in Weirton and New Cumberland. The locally rooted institution offers personal checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, residential mortgages and consumer loans. Business customers can access commercial checking, lending and other financial services. The bank also provides online and mobile banking, allowing customers to manage accounts and conduct transactions remotely. Its longstanding presence in Hancock County reflects a focus on community banking and relationships with local residents and businesses.
First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union serves members throughout the northern Ohio Valley, with branches in Steubenville, Weirton, Wellsburg and other nearby communities. The credit union offers checking and savings accounts, certificates, individual retirement accounts and consumer lending. Its loan products include auto financing, mortgages, home equity loans and personal loans. Members can also use online banking, mobile services and electronic payment options. As a member-owned financial cooperative, First Choice America operates under a structure that emphasizes financial services for its membership rather than traditional shareholder ownership.
WesBanco Bank traces its history to 1870 in Wheeling, West Virginia, and has grown into a regional financial institution serving communities across multiple states. Its Follansbee branch provides access to personal and business banking services, including checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, mortgages and consumer loans. WesBanco also offers commercial lending, treasury management, wealth management and investment services. Customers can manage their finances through online and mobile banking platforms. The bank combines a longstanding connection to the Ohio Valley with the broader resources of a multistate banking organization.
First National Bank serves Steubenville and surrounding communities as part of F.N.B. Corporation, a financial services company headquartered in Pittsburgh. Founded in 1864, the bank offers personal checking and savings accounts, mortgages, home equity lending and consumer financing. Its business services include commercial loans, deposit accounts and cash management solutions. Customers can also access online and mobile banking, financial planning and wealth management services. With branches throughout several states, First National Bank provides local customers access to a broad range of financial products supported by a regional banking network.
Huntington Bank operates a Weirton branch as part of Huntington Bancshares, a financial institution founded in Columbus, Ohio, in 1866. The bank provides personal checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages, auto loans and home equity financing. Business customers can access commercial lending, treasury management and deposit services. Huntington also offers digital banking tools, including mobile check deposits, account alerts and online money transfers. Its banking programs include options designed to help customers manage overdrafts and everyday expenses. Through its regional branch network, Huntington serves individuals and businesses across the Ohio Valley and beyond.
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