Planters to merge with Cross Keys.

Planters, a Mississippi-based community bank, agreed to merge with Cross Keys, a Louisiana-based community bank. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We are very excited to announce our partnership with Cross Keys, and we look forward to our combined companies continuing to build upon the great community bank franchise Cross Keys has established. We view north Louisiana and east Texas as strategic growth markets for our company, and Cross Keys’ strong reputation and commitment to serving its customers makes them the perfect partner to expand our franchise,” Alan H. Hargett, Planters Bank CEO.