Cornerstone Bank assumes ownership of Clearwater financial institution

Effective Thursday, Jan. 7, The Tilden Bank was merged into Cornerstone Bank.

Gary Gunderson will serve as vice president and manager of the Tilden branch, while Cameron Mathis will be vice president and assistant manager.

Bill Kester will be the vice president and manager at the Clearwater branch, and Joyce Blackmore will be vice president and manager at the Creighton branch.

"We are excited to become a part of the Cornerstone family and feel this merger will benefit our customers," said Gunderson. "Cornerstone has a reputation for community-focused banking and will provide additional financi...