Stone Bank, headquartered in Mountain View with a major branch in DeWitt, continues to make headlines with its growth and recognition. The community bank has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Arkansas" by Arkansas Business magazine for the third consecutive year, covering 2023, 2024, and 2025.

The recognition places Stone Bank among an elite group of Arkansas employers that consistently demonstrate exceptional workplace culture, employee engagement, and organizational health. The annual program is conducted by Arkansas Business in partnership with Best Companies Group, and evaluates employers based on both workplace policies and direct employee feedback.

In addition to the workplace honor, Stone Bank announced the expansion of its SBA (Small Business Administration) Division in February 2026. The move reflects growing demand for government-guaranteed lending among small businesses in the Delta region and across the bank's footprint.

The expansion includes the addition of Patrick Bull, who joined the Stone Bank DeWitt branch in December 2025 as part of the SBA lending team. Bull brings experience in helping local entrepreneurs and small business owners access capital through SBA loan programs, including the popular SBA 7(a) and 504 loan products.

"We're not the bank on every corner. We're the bank in YOUR corner," reads Stone Bank's tagline, a philosophy that has clearly resonated with both employees and customers. The DeWitt branch at 215 S. Jefferson Street serves as a key location for personal banking, business banking, trust services, and now an enhanced SBA lending operation.

For the DeWitt community, the expansion signals continued investment in local economic development. SBA loans are a critical tool for small businesses in rural areas, helping entrepreneurs access capital that might otherwise be difficult to obtain through conventional lending.

Stone Bank operates branches across Arkansas and is a Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. To learn more, visit Stone Bank's directory listing or their website at StoneBank.com.

Sources: StoneBank.com, Arkansas Business