Alliance Bank Ranks Eighth Best Performing Community Bank in the Nation

ST. PAUL, MN--(Marketwire - June 19, 2007) - Alliance Bank, a privately owned community bank, announced its #8 ranking of community banks across the nation in the June 2007 issue of Independent Banker, published by the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA).

The IBCA, the nation's largest banking trade association, evaluated community banks nation-wide based on their end-of-year performance and categorized leaders by their corporation filing status and asset-size. Alliance Bank ranked in the top 7% of community banks for Return on Assets (ROA) of Subchapter S corporations with assets between $250 and $500 million. Alliance Bank was also listed as a Top 20 Performer in 2006.

"We have experienced tremendous growth over the past number of years," said V. Philip Reim, chief executive officer. "Despite the vast competition in our marketplace, our top ranking shows that businesses and individuals continue to turn to us for the products and services they need. We are honored to be recognized for our performance. As we remain focused on our clients and the communities we serve, we are poised for continued growth."

About Alliance Bank

Alliance Bank is a privately owned community bank. Alliance Bank provides highly integrated commercial, agricultural, private and personal banking services through ten locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Established in 1867, Alliance Bank delivers big bank expertise with community bank service. As a family-owned bank, Alliance Bank is committed to remaining independent and providing personal interaction and timely decision making. From basic checking and savings products, to business loans, personal loans, sophisticated cash management and online banking services, Alliance Bank offers services to help companies and individuals succeed. Visit www.alliancebanks.com or call 1-888-959-9425 to learn more.

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