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Citizens Alliance Bank to Acquire Benson and Renville Branches from First Security Bank – Sleepy Eye
First Security Bank customers in Benson and Renville will continue working with the same local team they know and trust, now backed by Citizens Alliance Bank.
Citizens Alliance Bank is excited to welcome the Benson and Renville First Security Bank locations to our family. While the name is changing, customers will continue to see the same familiar faces and receive the local service they’ve always known and trusted.
What This Means for You
While the First Security Bank name is changing, many of the things that matter most are staying the same. Customers will continue to see familiar faces, receive local service, and work with a team dedicated to supporting the Benson and Renville communities.
Citizens Alliance Bank is committed to building on the strong foundation already established by First Security Bank and helping customers navigate the transition with confidence.
Please contact our Customer Support team at (844) 772-4258 for assistance.
Your Local Team
Continue working with the same local employees you already know.
Local Decision-Making
Local relationships remain at the center of everything we do.
Community Commitment
We’re committed to Benson and Renville for the long term.
Trusted Service
The customer experience remains focused on personalized, community banking.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Legal Conversion Date
Monday, August 24, 2026
Citizens Alliance Bank Opens to Customers
Monday, September 21, 2026
Recurring wires begin requiring updated instructions
Thursday, November 19 – Friday, November 20, 2026
Legacy routing number transactions begin returning if not updated
Citizens Alliance Bank is committed to making the transition for First Security Bank customers in Benson and Renville as smooth and straightforward as possible. As the acquisition moves forward, customers will continue receiving updates about important dates, account information, digital banking services, and other resources related to the transition.
Customers of the Benson and Renville First Security Bank locations will continue to work with familiar local employees while gaining access to the products, services, and technology available through Citizens Alliance Bank. Our focus remains on delivering local decision-making, personalized service, and long-term support for the communities we serve.
This page will serve as a central source of information throughout the transition process. We encourage customers to check back regularly for updates, reminders, and additional resources as they become available.
Citizens Alliance Bank has a long history of serving local communities through relationship-focused banking and local decision-making. As we welcome First Security Bank customers, our commitment to Benson and Renville remains focused on providing exceptional service, supporting local businesses, strengthening community relationships, and helping customers achieve their financial goals.
We are proud to continue investing in the communities of Benson and Renville and look forward to building lasting relationships with customers for years to come.
Yes. The Benson and Renville branch locations will continue serving customers as part of Citizens Alliance Bank. Customers can continue visiting their local branch and working with familiar team members throughout the transition process.
Yes. Customers will continue working with many of the same local employees they already know and trust. Maintaining strong customer relationships and local service is an important part of the transition to Citizens Alliance Bank.
At this time, customers should continue banking as usual. Additional information regarding account updates, payment information, digital banking services, and conversion-related details will be shared as important dates approach.
We are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible. If you have questions about the upcoming transition to Citizens Alliance Bank, please contact our Customer Support team.
Call Toll-Free: (844) 772-4258
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
This page will continue to be updated with the latest information regarding the transition of the Benson and Renville branches to Citizens Alliance Bank. Customers are encouraged to bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates, important dates, frequently asked questions, and customer resources.