Orion Financial Breaks Ground on First Mississippi Branch in Southaven
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9:00 AM on Thursday, August 6
The Associated Press
SOUTHAVEN, MS / ACCESS Newswire / August 6, 2026 / Orion Financial officially broke ground Monday on its first Mississippi branch, marking a major milestone in the organization's continued growth across the Mid-South.
Held at 6205 Getwell Road, the ceremony brought together local officials, community leaders, business partners, and Orion Financial leadership to celebrate the start of construction on the new Southaven location.
Expected to open in 2027, the full-service banking center will offer a complete range of personal and business banking solutions, including checking and savings accounts, mortgage and consumer lending, commercial real estate lending and Orion Financial's innovative digital banking experience.
"Breaking ground in Southaven is an exciting milestone for Orion Financial and the beginning of our commitment to serving the people and businesses of North Mississippi," said Ashley McDurmon, President and Chief Executive Officer of Orion Financial. "We're proud to invest in one of the fastest-growing communities in the Mid-South and look forward to building lasting relationships by delivering exceptional service, innovative financial solutions, and a true community partnership."
Photo Credit: Orion Financial. From left to right: Calvin Anderson, Orion Financial Board of Directors; Ashley McDurmon, Orion Financial President & CEO; Debbie King, President & CEO Southaven Chamber of Commerce; Spence Ray, Principal, McNeill Commercial Real Estate.The Southaven branch represents Orion Financial's first location in Mississippi and reinforces the organization's commitment to expanding access to personalized financial services throughout the region.
About Orion Financial
Founded in 1957 in Memphis, Orion Financial is the largest credit union in the Mid-South, serving 70,000 members with over $1.2 billion in assets. Orion Financial is a lifelong partner supporting customers toward financial independence, security, and growth with banking options in consumer and small business, as well as commercial real estate lending. As a member-owned financial institution, Orion Financial's profits are passed along to members through higher deposit rates, lower loan rates, and affordable financial services that help pave the way to financial freedom. Bank anytime, anywhere on our website or our banking app. Orion Financial is an equal housing lender and insured by the NCUA.
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SOURCE: Orion Financial
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