South Central Bank is proud to recognize a couple of its team members who recently graduated from the prestigious Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University (LSU). South Central Bank is proud to recognize a couple of its team members who recently graduated from the prestigious Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University…

South Central Bank is pleased to announce that Hunter Stewart, an Eastern Kentucky native and recent Lexington resident, has joined the bank as Assistant Vice President – Lending. With nearly a decade of banking experience, Stewart is well-equipped to contribute to the growth and service of the Lexington community. Stewart is a proud graduate of…

Chris Nichols of Elizabethtown has recently been appointed to the Board of Directors at South Central Bank. “Chris has a wealth of business experience and that combination of extensive business experience and a genuine passion for service is invaluable in any organization. It enables him to understand the community’s needs” stated CEO Tommy Ross. Nichols…

For two decades, South Central Bank has recognized those who have served in the United States military and First Responders with a special event, The Veterans Celebration Breakfast. It is a time when those who selfishly serve others are invited to come together and be honored. That tradition will continue Friday, November 8 and will…

Making A Difference Throughout the year, South Central Bank #SCBvolunteers participate in service projects in the communities the bank serves. Whether mentoring youth, educating students about financial literacy, or encouraging young people to pursue their dreams we believe in giving back and making an impact and striving to better our communities.   Recently, team members from…

South Central Bank is proud to welcome Dr. Matthew Riley to the South Central Bank’s Board of Directors. Dr. Riley was appointed in the fall and will be a great asset to the current leadership team. “Matthew is passionate about our community and that is a quality we certainly respect,” said Tommy Ross, President &…

Recognizing strong academic commitment and community engagement. Eligibility Criteria Completed application with required attachments due by April 26. Official high school transcript showing a GPA of at least 3.0. A brief description of planned area of study and career goals An essay describing how you, as an adult, will strive to help create a better…

Tompkinsville veterans and South Central Bank making our communities better for all citizens. South Central Bank donated to Veterans Assistance and Support of Monroe County in their goal of establishing a Veterans Memorial. The monument will be located in Tompkinsville Veterans Park (formerly Tompkinsville City Park). For more information or to assist, contact Veterans Assistance…

A teenager is racing to the bank after starting a business that showcases his artistic talents.  Meet JW Hardin, owner of Jockeys by JW. JW is not your typical kid. At age 11, he is already managing his own business where he uses his passion for art to create custom jockey silk ornaments. During a…

The Kentucky Bankers Association has named Ruthie Bale, Chairwoman of the Board for South Central Bancshares of Kentucky, Inc., as the 2022 Chairwoman of the Association.   “These are some of the most challenging times our industry has ever faced. We’ll need our best “boots under the table” in the coming year,” said Ballard Cassady,…

November is a special time for our community as it is an opportunity to express gratitude to those among us who serve and have served our country, defended our rights, and protected our freedom. For nearly two decades, South Central Bank has honored those who have answered the call to serve in the United States…

South Central Bank has partnered with WBKO for the 3 Degree Guarantee. Each time the meteorologist correctly predicts the following day’s temperature the bank will donate $25 to a local nonprofit organization. We are grateful for the volunteers and team members who serve these organizations and we salute them for the outstanding work they do…

As a financial institution, we believe one of our greatest assets is our relationship with the community.  Relationships drive everything we do as a bank.  The relationships we cultivate, whether it be with an individual, a small business, or a charitable organization, are developed by working together toward common goals.  We are interested in what…

Looking out for our customers’ best interests has always been a top priority of South Central Bank. The relationships we have with our customers are among our biggest assets, and we take that seriously. As a commitment to keeping you informed of matters that could affect your bank, I wanted to inform you of a…

South Central Bank has officially named Chris Whitfield President of its Bowling Green market. He will oversee the operations of 6 branches. Whitfield, who has already begun his duties as president, has served as the bank’s General Counsel since 2013 and will continue to do so. “Chris is an outstanding individual who represents the values…

WE SALUTE SMALL BUSINESSES We are proud of the relationships we have formed with small business owners across Kentucky. Entrepreneurs keep our country moving forward and we exist to support them. Thank you for all you do!   Over the course of the last year, South Central Bank has helped thousands of small businesses remain…