Whitesville State Bank was chartered in June 1946 in Whitesville, WV as a state bank and member of FDIC. Big Coal River Bancorp, a one bank holding company, was formed in 1986 and all bank shares were transferred to holding company stock.

The bank intends to remain independent and operate from all of their locations. They are aware that their banking franchise dictates a responsibility to their trading community. Whitesville State Bank will always be mindful and supportive of their community while providing the highest quality customer service available.

Their goal, as a community lender, is to meet the community's credit needs, to enhance their community's economic and housing growth, and further the development of future prosperity while protecting the interest of their shareholders.