Through 62 years and three generations of Browns, the Security State Bank of Hannaford has been solid in the community of Hannaford. The following information will provide a brief history of these past 62 years.

In September 1927, the Security State Bank of Hannaford was opened for business. Arthur C. Brown was the cashier. The bank was located in the former First National Bank Building (the current post office in Hannaford) for the first 32 years of business. In 1959, Arthur C. Brown built a new bank building located in the same location it is currently at today.

Arthur C. Brown was actively involved with the Security State Bank of Hannaford for 45 years. In July 1948, Arthur C. Brown's son, William O. Brown, started working at the bank. For the next 25 years, A. C. and Bill worked together to build the bank into a strong community business. Arthur C. Brown passed away February 25, 1974. One and a half years later, William O. Brown's son, Mark O. Brown, began working at the bank.

In the fall of 1982, an extensive remodeling of the bank building took place. The current building reflects these improvements and changes.

The Security State Bank of Hannaford currently employs 12 individuals. William O. Brown, chairman of the board; Mark O. Brown, president; Steinborn, vice president; Sandra I. Ueland, vice president/cashier; Terry Yokom, vice president; Marlys Brown, assistant vice president; Rebecca Muncy, assistant cashier; Rose E. Nelson, teller/bookkeeper; Brenda Frahm, teller/ bookkeeper; Lois Bednar, customer services; LuAndrea Haugen, secretary/teller; and Jerry Olson, janitor.

Source: Hannaford Area History North Dakota Centennial 1889 - 1989 Page 21