RENCH NAMED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

& CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

FIRST CLOVER LEAF BANK

EDWARDSVILLE, IL, June 17, 2008 � Dennis M. Terry, President & CEO of First Clover Leaf Bank, recently announced the addition of Brad S. Rench as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for First Clover Leaf Bank.

�We feel fortunate to have hired such a well recognized established leader in the metro east banking community,� commented Mr. Terry on the announcement. �Brad�s market knowledge and proven success will be instrumental in supporting First Clover Leaf Bank�s long term strategic plan. Brad has played key roles in the growth and expansion of the past financial institutions he has managed. Brad has also maintained an active role in the communities he has worked. He has established himself as a trusted partner for small and large businesses. He shares the same goals and philosophies that First Clover Leaf Bank stands behind. Brad�s expertise is welcome and his leadership essential in helping us reach our plan for continued and future growth.�

With over 25 years of banking experience, Rench has held executive positions with his previous employers, most recently serving as President and Chief Executive Officer of a local bank. Experience in both large and small financial institutions has given Rench the ability to organize and grow in diverse banking environments. This experience will be critical as First Clover Leaf Bank continues to expand its community bank model.

�I am very excited about the opportunity to join such a strong community bank, Rench commented on the position. It�s an exciting time for First Clover Leaf Bank and the surrounding communities. We are blessed with many opportunities for continued growth and new ventures. I believe that First Clover Leaf Bank has the financial solutions to help business owners of all sizes. They also have a unique understanding of the local consumer needs and have designed financial products to meet those needs. The community bank model that First Clover Leaf Bank follows is strong. It supports the same values and beliefs that I have found so important in my own banking experience.�

In his new role, Rench will be focusing on the metro east communities offering sophisticated, yet personalized commercial products. He will also help the bank organize and structure to meet the long term growth and expansion plans already in process.

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