United Bank employees, from left, Samalla Roberts, Anna Gathman, Calista Burk, Abbey LaFatch, Grant Hussey and Sarah Murray display shamrocks the bank gave away on St. Patrick’s Day in honor of its 187th anniversary. (Photo Provided)

From staff reports

PARKERSBURG — United Bank continued its longstanding anniversary tradition Tuesday by giving shamrocks to its customers.

“Throughout the bank’s 187-year history, United has grown and evolved while remaining grounded in our commitment to excellence in service,” said Richard M. Adams Jr., CEO of United Bankshares Inc. “This past year reflected both strong organic growth across our markets and strategic expansion in areas where we see long-term opportunity. That momentum is driven by the continued trust and support of our customers, employees and shareholders, and we are proud to celebrate this milestone together.”

United opened its doors on March 17, 1839. Since then, it has grown to have a presence across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast.

United Bank’s anniversary marks another year of strong financial performance and industry recognition, the company said in a press release. In 2025, the bank’s parent company, United Bankshares, Inc., retained its “Dividend King” status, reaching its 52nd consecutive year of dividend increases for shareholders while reporting record earnings. In the bank’s founding state, United maintained its position of No. 1 bank by deposit share for the second year in a row and recently earned the title of best company in West Virginia, according to Forbes.

United Bank employees Abbey LaFatch and Calista Burk pose for a photo with this year’s batch of shamrocks the company was giving away on St. Patrick’s Day in honor of the bank’s 187th anniversary. (Photo Provided)

The bank also celebrated notable national accolades, including being named the National Customer Service Association’s Service Team of the Year and receiving several awards for employee engagement and customer satisfaction from leading publications, the release said. Additionally, United remains one of the top five Most Trustworthy Banks in America for a fourth consecutive year, as named by Newsweek.

“Throughout United Bank’s growth story, we have never once forgotten our roots in West Virginia, or the people and communities who have contributed to our success,” said DF Mock, regional president. “It is an honor to serve the Mountain State and the people who call it home, and we look forward to continuing to invest in the local community in the years ahead.”

United Bank is a subsidiary of United Bankshares Inc., the largest publicly traded company headquartered in West Virginia. United has consolidated assets of approximately $34 billion with over 240 offices across West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Pennsylvania, as well as Washington, D.C. For more information, go to BankWithUnited.com.