NEW ON THE BUSINESS SCENE: NEW NAME, SAME BANK

Tamms State Bank has a new name.

Starting today, the bank, with operations at Tamms and Cairo, will become Capaha Bank.

"The last several years have been a period of strong growth for the bank," said John Abercrombie, president and CEO. "We believe the name change is a positive step that will help our growth continue."

Abercrombie emphasized that while the name of Tamms State Bank is being replaced, the faces and the services will remain the same.

The bank is still locally owned and operated. Shareholders, directors, officers and staff are the same, said Abercrombie.

"The only real difference people will see is in our signs, the name on account numbers and advertisements," said Abercrombie, adding that the name would pave the way for the bank's expansion into new markets, including Cape Girardeau.