COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho, Sept. 9, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Idaho Independent Bank
("IIB") (OTCBB:IIBK), stands strong in this current economic environment while
many financial institutions are faltering. Idaho Independent Bank has earned a
5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, Inc. of Coral Gables, Florida, the
nation's leading independent bank rating and research firm. The 5-Star rating is
based on the overall financial strength of the bank and indicates that Idaho
Independent Bank is one of the strongest banks in the nation. This represents
the 40th consecutive quarter that Idaho Independent Bank has earned this highest
honor giving it the added distinction of being an "Exceptional Performance
Bank." Only institutions that have achieved this highest 5-Star rating for ten
years or longer can claim this distinction.
"In a climate where it is increasingly difficult to shine, Idaho Independent
Bank proves it can be done," remarked Karen L. Dorway, President of the research
firm. "In fact, local residents should be proud that their community bank is one
of the elite financial institutions in the nation. They can rest assured that
their deposits are well-placed in this 5-Star bank."
Established in 1993, Idaho Independent Bank has been pleased to fulfill the
financial needs of Idaho for 15 years. It currently has approximately 220
employees and operates 12 conveniently located offices in the state of Idaho. It
can be found on the internet at www.theidahobank.com.
The Idaho Independent Bank company logo is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=1275
BauerFinancial, Inc., Coral Gables, Florida, the nation's leading independent
bank rating and research firm, has been reporting on and analyzing the
performance of U.S. banks and credit unions since 1983. No institution pays for
its rating, nor can they elude it. Consumers may view star-ratings by visiting
www.bauerfinancial.com.
For more information on Idaho Independent Bank, or any other bank or credit
union in the United States, contact Karen Dorway directly at 800.388.6686 or by
e-mail at kdorway@bauerfinancial.com.
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CONTACT: BauerFinancial, Inc.
Karen L. Dorway, President
1.800.388-6686
Fax: 1.800.230-9569
kdorway@bauerfinancial.com
www.bauerfinancial.com
