First Financial to merge with CedarStone in a $25m deal.

First Financial, the holding company for First Financial Bank NA, agreed to merge with CedarStone, a bank holding company for CedarStone Bank, in a $25m deal. “This acquisition is exciting for our company. CedarStone provides us with an opportunity to further expand our franchise in the attractive Nashville market. We look forward to continuing CedarStone’s commitment to creating meaningful customer relationships and serving the community,” Norman D. Lowery, First Financial President and CEO.