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Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.
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CIK 887919
SEC Filings
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September 30, 2021 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File No.: 000-20908 Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specifi

September 17, 2021 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 17, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdict

August 23, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 20, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 23, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 20, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $2.1 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15

August 12, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANC

August 10, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 6, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

August 10, 2021 EX-10.1

RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1 RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT This Retention Bonus Agreement (the ?Agreement?) is made and entered into on this 6th of August, 2021, by and between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (the ?Employer?) and Robert W. Walker (the ?Employee?). WHEREAS, Employee is currently employed by Employer as its President and Chief Executive Officer; and WHEREAS, Employer desires to encourage and incentiviz

August 4, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 4, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP INC (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

August 4, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2021 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 4, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2021 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $2.1 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2021. Pre

July 1, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) July 1, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

June 17, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 16, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 21, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 21, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $2.0 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

May 21, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

May 7, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q MARCH 31, 2021

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

April 30, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) April 30, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

April 30, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2021 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO APRIL 30, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2021 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $2.0 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2021. Premi

April 16, 2021 DEFA14A

- NOTICE OF INTERNET AVAILABILITY OF PFBI 2021 ANNUAL MEETING MATERIALS

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a?101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 15, 2021 DEF 14A

Schedule 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a?101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 31, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 26, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

March 31, 2021 EX-2.1

(d) Exhibit 2.1 – Agreement and Plan of Merger by and between Peoples Bancorp, Inc. and Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. dated March 26, 2021. (Listed disclosure schedules have been omitted pursuant to Regulation S-K 601(b)(2). Premier Financial agrees to furnish a supplemental copy of such schedules upon request by the SEC.)

EXHIBIT 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER dated as of March 26, 2021 by and between PEOPLES BANCORP INC. and Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. 1 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Article I ? Certain Definitions 2 1.01 Certain Definitions 2 Article II ? The Merger 9 2.01 The Parent Merger 9 2.02 Effectiveness of Parent Merger 10 2.03 Effective Date and Effective Time 10 2.04 Closing 10 2.05 The

March 30, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 29, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

March 30, 2021 EX-99.1

PEOPLES BANCORP INC. AND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCE DEFINITIVE MERGER AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 P.O. BOX 738 MARIETTA, OHIO 45750 www.peoplesbancorp.com 2883 FIFTH AVENUE HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA 25702 www.premierbankinc.com NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2021 Contacts: Chuck W. Sulerzyski Robert W. Walker President and Chief Executive Officer President and Chief Executive Officer Peoples Bancorp Inc. Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (740) 374-6163 (304) 525-1600 P

March 22, 2021 EX-21

Subsidiaries of registrant

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2020 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 22, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-K DECEMBER 31, 2020

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER F

February 25, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 24, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 25, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 24, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.1

February 12, 2021 SC 13G/A

SCHEDULE 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3 )* Premier Financial Bancorp Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to whi

February 9, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS ANNUAL 2020 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 9, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS ANNUAL 2020 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2020, as well a

February 9, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 9, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

January 21, 2021 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $1.00 SPECIAL CASH DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO JANUARY 21, 2021 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $1.00 SPECIAL CASH DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a special cash dividend of $1.00

January 21, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) January 21, 2021 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

November 19, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K NOVEMBER 19, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 19, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

November 19, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 19, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0

November 6, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 4, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 3, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2020. Pre

November 4, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K NOVEMBER 3, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 3, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

September 28, 2020 EX-10.4

LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2020 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

September 28, 2020 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 24, 2020 PREMIER FINANCI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 24, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdict

August 24, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K AUGUST 19, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 19, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 21, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 21, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 21, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 21, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15

August 7, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q JUNE 30, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANC

July 31, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) July 30, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

July 31, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 8, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.8 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2020. Premier

July 31, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 8, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

July 31, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO JULY 30, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2020 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2020. Prem

June 18, 2020 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 17, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 21, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 21, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.9 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

May 21, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

May 8, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q MARCH 31, 2020

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 or □ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

April 20, 2020 DEF 14A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. DEF 14A - - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2020 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a–101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 12, 2020 EX-21

Subsidiaries of registrant

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2019 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 12, 2020 10-K

Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 or TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC.

March 12, 2020 EX-4.1

Exhibit 4.1

EXHIBIT 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF PREMIER COMMON STOCK The following summary of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.’s common stock is based on and qualified by the Company’s Amended Articles of Incorporation (the “Amended Articles of Incorporation”) and Bylaws (“Bylaws”). For a complete description of the terms and provisions of the Company’s equity securities, including its common stock, refer to the Amende

February 24, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 24, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.8 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.1

February 24, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 24, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 20, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 18, 2020 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 20, 2020 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 20% INCREASE IN 2019 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 18, 2020 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 20% INCREASE IN 2019 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.8 billion financial holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter

February 12, 2020 SC 13G/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

November 21, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 21, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

November 21, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 21, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.8 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0

November 7, 2019 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 or TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

November 5, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 23, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

November 5, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY EARNINGS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER 2019

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO OCTOBER 23, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY EARNINGS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the t

October 28, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

8-K 1 pfbi8k102519.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC., FORM 8-K OCTOBER 25, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 25, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

October 28, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF JACKSON ACQUISITION

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext102819.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE DATED OCTOBER 28, 2019 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO OCTOBER 28, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF JACKSON ACQUISITION PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.7 billion community fina

September 16, 2019 EX-10.4

(c) Exhibit 10.4 – Line of Credit Renewal Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and The Bankers’ Bank of Kentucky, Inc. dated September 7, 2019.

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2019 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

September 16, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 13, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdict

August 27, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 27, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 27, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 27, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15

August 8, 2019 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, JUNE 30, 2019

10-Q 1 pfbi10q063019.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, JUNE 30, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2019 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the

July 23, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2019 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO JULY 23, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2019 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2019. Prem

July 23, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) July 23, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

July 10, 2019 EX-99.1

JULY 9, 2019

Exhibit 9.01 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 9, 2019 CONTACTS: ROBERT W. WALKER, PFBI President and CEO P. J. SHEFFEL, FNBJ President and CEO (304) 525-1600 (606) 340-3015 MICHAEL R. MINEER, CDB President and CEO (606) 796-1001 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF JACKSON PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NAS

July 10, 2019 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER dated as of JULY 8, 2019 by and among CITIZENS DEPOSIT BANK AND TRUST, INC. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. THE FIRST NATIONAL HOLDING COMPANY OF JACKSON THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF JACKSON

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER dated as of JULY 8, 2019 by and among CITIZENS DEPOSIT BANK AND TRUST, INC. And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. And THE FIRST NATIONAL HOLDING COMPANY OF JACKSON And THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF JACKSON Exhibit 2.1 - Continued TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I – CERTAIN DEFINITIONS 2 1.01 Certain Definitions 2 ARTICLE II – THE MERGER 7 2.01 The Mergers 7 2.02

July 10, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) July 8, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

June 28, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 27, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

June 28, 2019 EX-10.1

Exhibit 10.1 – Change in Terms Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and First Guaranty Bank, Hammond, Louisiana, executed on June 27, 2019, extending the maturity date of the Line of Credit to July 1, 2022, changing the interest rate to a daily floating rate indexed to the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate, and increasing the principal balance from $3.0 million to $6.0 million.

Exhibit 10.1 CHANGE IN TERMS AGREEMENT Principal $6,000,000.00 Loan Date 06-30-2012 Maturity 07-01-2022 Loan No 260024914 Call / Coll 9A / 54 Account Officer AJJ Initials References in the boxes above are for Lender's use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing "***" has been omitted due to text length limitations. Borrower

June 20, 2019 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 pfbi8k061919.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K JUNE 19, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 19, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commi

May 16, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k051619.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K MAY 16, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 16, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commiss

May 16, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 16, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

May 9, 2019 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. 10-Q Quarterly Report PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, MARCH 31, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

May 3, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 2, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kentucky 000-20908 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation organizat

May 3, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER 2019 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 2, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER 2019 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced record financial results for the first quarter of 2019

April 29, 2019 DEF 14A

A copy of the written Compensation Committee charter was attached as Exhibit C to the 2019 annual meeting proxy statement.

DEF 14A 1 pfbi2019annualmeetingproxy.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2019 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a–101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box:

March 18, 2019 10-K

annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K  ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP,

March 18, 2019 EX-21

Subsidiaries of registrant

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2018 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 8, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 36% INCREASE IN 2018 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext030619.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE DATED MARCH 6, 2019 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 6, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 36% INCREASE IN 2018 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two

March 8, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 pfbi8k030619.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K MARCH 6, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 6, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commi

February 26, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 26, 2019 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 26, 2019 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 26, 2019 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.1

February 8, 2019 SC 13G/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 dfs587.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to de

November 27, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext112718.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE DATED NOVEMBER 27, 2018 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 27, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.7 billion financial holding company with two community bank

November 27, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k112718.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K NOVEMBER 27, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 27, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charte

November 8, 2018 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2018 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 8, 2018 EX-3.1

Articles of Incorporation of registrant (reflecting amendments through September 6, 2018) [For SEC reporting compliance purposes only – not filed with Kentucky Secretary of State].

Exhibit 3.1 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. I, the undersigned natural person, having capacity to contract and acting as incorporator of a corporation under the Kentucky Business Corporation Act, hereby adopt the following Articles of Incorporation for such corporation: ARTICLE I The name of the corporation is Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. ARTICLE II The period of it

October 15, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON ACQUISITION

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO OCTOBER 15, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON ACQUISITION PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community financial holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced that its acquisition of First Ban

October 15, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 12, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

September 24, 2018 EX-10.4

(c) Exhibit 10.4 – Line of Credit Renewal Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and The Bankers’ Bank of Kentucky, Inc. dated September 7, 2018.

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2018 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

September 24, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 24, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdict

September 12, 2018 10-Q/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q JUNE 30, 2018 AMENDMENT 1 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q/A Amendment No. 1 ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2018 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREM

September 7, 2018 EX-3.1

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC.

Exhibit 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. Pursuant to KRS 271B.10-060, the undersigned corporation executes these articles of amendment to its articles of incorporation: (A) The name of the corporation is Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (B) The following amendment to the articles of incorporation was adopted by the shareholders of the cor

September 7, 2018 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 5, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

September 6, 2018 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 5, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

August 17, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 17, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15

August 17, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 17, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 9, 2018 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q JUNE 30, 2018 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2018 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANC

July 24, 2018 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy for Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.

Using a black ink pen, mark your votes with an X as shown in this example. Please do not write outside the designated areas. ☒ Electronic Voting Instructions Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Instead of mailing your proxy, you may choose one of the voting methods outlined below to vote your proxy. VALIDATION DETAILS ARE LOCATED BELOW IN THE TITLE BAR. Proxies submitted by the Internet or te

July 24, 2018 S-4/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PFBI FORM S-4 TO REGISTER SHARES FOR FBOC ACQUISITION

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 24, 2018 Registration No.

July 24, 2018 CORRESP

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. CORRESP

July 24, 2018 VIA EDGAR Division of Corporation Finance U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 File No. 333-226204 Request for Acceleration of Effectiveness Ladies and Gentlemen: Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) hereby requests that the effective date of the above-refere

July 17, 2018 EX-3.1.5

Articles of Incorporation of registrant (reflecting amendments through May 21, 2018) [For SEC reporting compliance purposes only – not filed with Kentucky Secretary of State].

EX-3.1.5 2 exhibit3-1completearticles.htm PFBI FORM S-4 EXHIBIT 3.1.5 - ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION EXHIBIT 3.1.5 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. I, the undersigned natural person, having capacity to contract and acting as incorporator of a corporation under the Kentucky Business Corporation Act, hereby adopt the following Articles of Incorporation for such corporation:

July 17, 2018 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy for Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.

EXHIBIT 99.2 REVOCABLE PROXY PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. PLEASE MARK VOTES AS IN THIS EXAMPLE ☒ 1. To approve the issuance of Premier common stock, no par value per share, in connection with the merger contemplated by the Agreement of Merger, dated as of April 18, 2018, as amended by First Amendment to Agreement of Merger dated June 29, 2018, by and among Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (“Prem

July 17, 2018 EX-99.1

Form of Proxy for First Bank of Charleston, Inc.

EX-99.1 11 exhibit99-1.htm PFBI FORM S-4 EXHIBIT 99.1 - FORM OF PROXY FOR FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. EXHIBIT 99.1 REVOCABLE PROXY FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. PLEASE MARK VOTES AS IN THIS EXAMPLE ☒ 1. To approve and adopt the Agreement of Merger dated as of April 18, 2018, as amended by First Amendment to Agreement of Merger dated June 29, 2018, by and among Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (

July 17, 2018 S-4

Powers of Attorney (included on Pages II-5 and II-6)

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on , 2018 Registration No. 333- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kentucky 6022 61-1206757 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Primary Standard Industrial (I. R. S. Employer of In

July 3, 2018 EX-2.2

FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT OF MERGER

Exhibit 2.2 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT OF MERGER THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT OF MERGER (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the “Amendatory Agreement”), dated as of the 29th day of June, 2018, by and among PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (“Premier”), FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. (“First Bank”) and PREMIER BANK, INC. (“Premier Bank”); W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, Premier, First Bank and

July 3, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 29, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

June 20, 2018 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 20, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 23, 2018 EX-3.1

Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation effective May 21, 2018 re: 5 for 4 stock split (included as Exhibit 3.1 to Form 8-K filed on May 23, 2018) is incorporated herein by reference.

Exh ibit 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. Pursuant to KRS 271B.10-020 and KRS 271B.10-060, the undersigned corporation executes these articles of amendment to its articles of incorporation: (A) The name of the corporation is Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (B) The following amendment to the articles of incorporation was adopted by the di

May 23, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 5 FOR 4 STOCK SPLIT AND SECOND QUARTER CASH DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 22, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 5 FOR 4 STOCK SPLIT AND SECOND QUARTER CASH DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that the board of d

May 23, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k052118.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K MAY 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commiss

May 10, 2018 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q MARCH 31, 2018 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2018 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

May 4, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 pfbi8k050218.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K MAY 2, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 2, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commissio

May 4, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER 2018 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 2, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER 2018 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries, announced record financial results for the first quarter of 2018

April 26, 2018 DEF 14A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2018 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a–101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 20, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON

Exhibit 99.1 CONTACTS: ROBERT W. WALKER, PFBI President and CEO LARRY A. STARK, FBOC President and CEO (304) 525-1600 (304) 340-3015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GM-PFBI), a $1.5 billion community financial holding company with two bank subsidiaries, and First Ba

April 20, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) April 18, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

April 20, 2018 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT OF MERGER DATED AS OF April 18, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. PREMIER BANK, INC. FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. TABLE OF CONTENTS

EX-2.1 2 pfbifbocdefinitiveagreement.htm DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. AND FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. AGREEMENT OF MERGER DATED AS OF April 18, 2018 between PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. and PREMIER BANK, INC. and FIRST BANK OF CHARLESTON, INC. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Section 1. Merger 1.1 General Effect of Merger; Assets 2 1.2 Liabilities of Surviving Company 2

March 16, 2018 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Registrant (Incorporated herein by reference to Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017).

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2017 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 16, 2018 10-K

Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K  ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP,

March 1, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 1, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

March 1, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 1, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion financial holding company with two community bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.15 pe

February 28, 2018 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2017 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext022718.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE - FEBRUARY 27, 2018 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 27, 2018 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2017 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion financial holding company with two bank subsid

February 28, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 27, 2018 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 9, 2018 SC 13G

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which thi

November 17, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 17, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

November 17, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 17, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

November 9, 2017 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 3, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 2, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2017. Premier realized n

November 3, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 pfbi8k110217.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K NOVEMBER 2, 2017 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 2, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

September 25, 2017 EX-10.4

(c) Exhibit 10.4 – Line of Credit Renewal Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and The Bankers’ Bank of Kentucky, Inc. dated September 7, 2017.

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2017 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

September 25, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

8-K 1 pfbi8k092217.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K SEPTEMBER 22, 2017 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 22, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its char

August 18, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 18, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 18, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 18, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per s

August 9, 2017 10-Q

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, JUNE 30, 2017 (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 pfbi10q063017.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, JUNE 30, 2017 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the

August 3, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 2, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 3, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 2, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2017. Premier realized n

June 22, 2017 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 21, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 26, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 26, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per sh

May 26, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 26, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

May 9, 2017 10-Q

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, MARCH 31, 2017 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2017 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

May 2, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 2, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2017 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2017. Premier realized net in

May 2, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 2, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

April 25, 2017 DEF 14A

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2017 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a?101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 3, 2017 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

March 16, 2017 10-K

Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP,

March 16, 2017 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2016 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 3, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 1, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

March 3, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2016 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 1, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2016 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2016 as well as the 20

February 21, 2017 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 21, 2017 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per

February 21, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 21, 2017 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 9, 2017 SC 13G/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

November 21, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k112116.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K, NOVEMBER 21, 2016 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 21, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its chart

November 21, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 10% STOCK DIVIDEND AND FOURTH QUARTER CASH DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 21, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 10% STOCK DIVIDEND AND FOURTH QUARTER CASH DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that the board of directors ha

November 9, 2016 10-Q

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10-Q SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 1, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 1, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

November 1, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 1, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2016. Premier realized n

September 13, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 8, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

September 13, 2016 EX-10.4

(c) Exhibit 10.4 – Line of Credit Renewal Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and The Bankers’ Bank of Kentucky, Inc. dated September 7, 2016.

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2016 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

August 23, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k082316.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K, AUGUST 23, 2016 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 23, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

August 23, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 23, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per s

August 17, 2016 EX-10.1

CHANGE IN TERMS AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.1 CHANGE IN TERMS AGREEMENT Principal Loan Date Maturity Loan No Call / Coll Account Officer Initials $3,000,000.00 07-01-2016 07-01-2019 260024914 AJJ References in the boxes above are for Lender’s use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing “ * * * “ has been omitted due to text length limitations Borrower: Pre

August 17, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K AUGUST 12, 2016 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 9, 2016 10-Q

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANC

August 9, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 5, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2016. Premier realized net income of

August 9, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 5, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

June 16, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. - FORM 8-K - JUNE 15, 2016 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 15, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 24, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24 , 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 24, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 24, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quarter cash dividend of $0.15 per sh

May 10, 2016 10-Q

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 10Q, MARCH 31, 2016 (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

May 10, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 10, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction of

May 10, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 10, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2016 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2016. Premier realized net income of $2,9

April 27, 2016 DEF 14A

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2016 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a–101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 15, 2016 10-K

Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP,

March 15, 2016 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2015 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 10, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2015 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 8, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2015 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.5 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the 2015 calendar year. Premier realized ann

March 10, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8K, MARCH 8, 2016 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 8, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

March 7, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K, MARCH 4, 2016 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 4, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

March 7, 2016 EX-99.1

FIRST NATIONAL BANK NOW PART OF THE PREMIER BANK FAMILY

Contact: Leland S. Steele, Marketing Director FOR RELEASE (304) 525-1600, ext. 247 MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2016 E-mail: [email protected] FIRST NATIONAL BANK NOW PART OF THE PREMIER BANK FAMILY Huntington, WV (March 7, 2016) The six branches of First National Bank officially reopen today as Premier Bank. The name change is a result of the recent acquisition of First National Bankshares Cor

February 23, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO FEBRUARY 23, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.5 billion community bank holding company with three bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

February 23, 2016 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp Form 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 23, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

February 9, 2016 SC 13G/A

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

January 20, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) January 15, 2016 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

January 20, 2016 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES ACQUISITION

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext011916.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE DATED JANUARY 19, 2016 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO JANUARY 19, 2016 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES ACQUISITION PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding

November 23, 2015 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K NOVEMBER 23, 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 23, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

November 23, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 23, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.15 p

November 12, 2015 S-4/A

Registration No. 333-207430

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2015 Registration No.

November 12, 2015 EX-99.1

IMPORTANT SPECIAL MEETING INFORMATION 000004

EX-99.1 6 exhibit99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99-1 FORM OF PROXY . IMPORTANT SPECIAL MEETING INFORMATION 000004 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext ENDORSEMENTLINE SACKPACK 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext MR A SAMPLE DESIGNATION (IF ANY) ADD 1 ADD 2 ADD 3 ADD 4 ADD 5 ADD 6 Using a black ink pen, mark your votes with an X as shown in this example. Pleas

November 12, 2015 CORRESP

November 12, 2015

November 12, 2015 Division of Corporation Finance U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 File No. 333-207430 Ladies and Gentlemen: Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) hereby requests that the effective date of the above-referenced Registration Statement on Form S-4 under th

November 9, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 or  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 5, 2015 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8K, NOVEMBER 3, 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 3, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

November 5, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS

EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 3, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.26 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2015. Premier realized

October 15, 2015 EX-99.1

REVOCABLE PROXY FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES CORPORATION

EXHIBIT 99.1 REVOCABLE PROXY FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES CORPORATION PLEASE MARK VOTES AS IN THIS EXAMPLE ☒ 1. To approve and adopt the Agreement of Merger dated as of July 6, 2015, by and among Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. (“Premier”), First National Bankshares Corporation (“First National”) and First National Acquisition, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Premier (hereinafter the “Merger Agree

October 15, 2015 S-4

Registration No. 333-

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on , 2015 Registration No. 333- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kentucky 6022 61-1206757 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Primary Standard Industrial (I. R. S. Employer of In

October 1, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

8-K 1 pfbi8k093015.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K SEPTEMBER 30, 2015 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 30, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its char

October 1, 2015 EX-99.4

LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2015 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is indebted to Lender a

September 22, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 16, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdict

September 22, 2015 EX-99.1

J. MARK BIAS NAMED PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF PREMIER BANK

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Leland S. Steele, Marketing Coordinator FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (304) 525-1600, ext. 247 E-mail: [email protected] J. MARK BIAS NAMED PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF PREMIER BANK Huntington, WV (September 21, 2015) J. Mark Bias has joined Premier Bank as President and Chief Executive Officer. The announcement was made by Robert W. Walker, President and C

August 27, 2015 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC FORM 8-K AUGUST 26, 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 26, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 27, 2015 EX-10.3

Exhibit 10.3 – Commercial Pledge Agreement between Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. and First Guaranty Bank, Hammond, Louisiana, dated August 26, 2015 filed as Exhibit 10.3 to Premier’s Form 8-K dated August 26, 2015 is incorporated herein by reference.

Exhibit 10.3 COMMERCIAL PLEDGE AGREEMENT Principal Loan Date Maturity Loan No Call / Coll Account Officer Initials $12,000,000.00 08-26-2015 08-26-2020 29515746 9A / 54 *** References in the boxes above are for Lender?s use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing ? * * * ? has been omitted due to text length limitations Bor

August 27, 2015 EX-10.1

BUSINESS LOAN AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.1 BUSINESS LOAN AGREEMENT Principal Loan Date Maturity Loan No Call / Coll Account Officer Initials $12,000,000.00 08-26-2015 08-26-2020 25915746 9A / 54 *** References in the boxes above are for Lender?s use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing ? * * * ? has been omitted due to text length limitations Borrowe

August 27, 2015 EX-10.2

PROMISSORY NOTE

Exhibit 10.2 PROMISSORY NOTE Principal Loan Date Maturity Loan No Call / Coll Account Officer Initials $12,000,000.00 08-26-2015 08-26-2020 25915746 9A / 54 *** References in the boxes above are for Lender?s use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing " * * * " has been omitted due to text length limitations Borrower: Premi

August 25, 2015 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K AUGUST 25, 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 25, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 25, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 15% INCREASE IN QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

EX-99.1 2 pressreleasetext082515.htm TEXT OF PRESS RELEASE DATED AUGUST 25, 2015 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 25, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 15% INCREASE IN QUARTERLY DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two ba

August 10, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANC

August 10, 2015 EX-31..1

Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.1 PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICER CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Robert W. Walker, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements m

August 10, 2015 EX-31..2

Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.2 PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 I, Brien M. Chase, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements mad

August 4, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 4, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 4, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 4, 2015 (304) 525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.25 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2015. Premier realize

July 7, 2015 EX-99.1

JULY 7, 2015

pressreleasetext070715.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 7, 2015 CONTACTS: ROBERT W. WALKER, PFBI President and CEO MATTHEW BURNS, FNB President and CEO (304) 525-1600 (304) 647-4500 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES CORPORATION PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GM-PFBI), a $1.3 billio

July 7, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

pfbi8k070615.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) July 6, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or othe

July 7, 2015 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT OF MERGER DATED AS OF JULY 6, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES CORPORATION

pfbifnbdefinitiveagreement.htm Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT OF MERGER DATED AS OF JULY 6, 2015 between PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. and FIRST NATIONAL BANKSHARES CORPORATION Exhibit 2.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Section 1. Merger 1.1 General Effect of Merger; Assets 2 1.2 Liabilities of Surviving Company 2 1.3 Name, Directors and Officers of Surviving Company 3 1.4 Capital Structure of

June 19, 2015 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

pfbi8k061715.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) June 17, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or oth

May 21, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 pfbi8k052115.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K MAY 21, 2015 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commiss

May 21, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $0.13 SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND

pressreleasetext052115.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 21, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $0.13 SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a second quar

May 11, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BAN

May 8, 2015 8-K

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, FORM 8-K, MAY 8, 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

pfbi8k050815.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 6, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other

May 8, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES REPURCHASE OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT

pressreleasetext050815.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 8, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES REPURCHASE OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.3 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced today that it has completed the repurcha

May 8, 2015 EX-10.1

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220

warrantagreementtext.htm Exhibit 10.1 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 May 6, 2015 Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain letter agreement incorporating the Securities Purchase Agreement ? Standard Terms (the ?Securities Purchase Agreement?), dated as of October 2, 2009, between the United States Department of the Treasur

May 7, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS

pressreleasetext050615.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MAY 6, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2015 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.3 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 20

May 7, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

pfbi8k050615.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 6, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other

May 6, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

pfbi8k050615.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 26, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or ot

April 29, 2015 DEF 14A

Premier Financial Bancorp PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2015 ANNUAL MEETING PROXY

pfbi2015annualmeetingproxy.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a?101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN A PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (

March 16, 2015 EX-21

Subsidiaries of registrant

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The following is a list of all subsidiaries of Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. as of December 31, 2014 and their state of incorporation. Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Citizens Deposit Bank and Trust Company Kentucky Premier Bank, Inc. West Virginia

March 16, 2015 10-K

Form 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP,

March 6, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2014 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS

pressreleasetext030415.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 4, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 2014 ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI), a $1.3 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the 2014 calendar

March 6, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

pfbi8k030415.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 4, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or oth

March 3, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) March 3, 2015 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction o

March 3, 2015 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $0.13 FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO MARCH 3, 2015 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $0.13 FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a first quarter cash dividend of $0.13 p

February 5, 2015 SC 13G

PFBI / Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 74050M105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which thi

November 25, 2014 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 8% INCREASE IN QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 20, 2014 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 8% INCREASE IN QUARTERLY DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a fourth quarter cash dividend

November 25, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 20, 2014 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdicti

November 7, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-20908 PREMIER FINANCIAL

November 4, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 pfbi8k110414.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K, NOVEMBER 3, 2014 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) November 3, 2014 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

November 4, 2014 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2014 EARNINGS

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO NOVEMBER 3, 2014 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2014 EARNINGS PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/NMS-PFBI), a $1.3 billion bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2014. Premier realized i

October 15, 2014 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES REDEMPTION OF FINAL $5.0 MILLION OF SERIES A PREFERRED STOCK

pressreleasetext101514.htm Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO OCTOBER 15, 2014 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES REDEMPTION OF FINAL $5.0 MILLION OF SERIES A PREFERRED STOCK PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced t

October 15, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 15, 2014 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdictio

October 10, 2014 EX-10.4

LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.4 LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT Note #300915 This LINE OF CREDIT RENEWAL AGREEMENT {the "Agreement") is made this 7th day of September the year 2014 by and between: THE BANKERS' BANK OF KENTUCKY 107 Progress Drive P.O. Box 713 Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ("Lender") And PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. 2883 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25702 ("Borrower") Whereas, Borrower is Indebted to Lender a

October 10, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

8-K 1 pfbi8k101014.htm PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. FORM 8-K OCTOBER 10, 2014 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 10, 2014 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

August 28, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) August 28, 2014 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number 000-20908 Kentucky 61-1206757 (State or other jurisdiction

August 28, 2014 EX-99.1

PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC.

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: BRIEN M. CHASE, CFO AUGUST 28, 2014 304-525-1600 PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES $0.12 THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND PREMIER FINANCIAL BANCORP, INC. (PREMIER), HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (NASDAQ/GMS-PFBI) a $1.3 billion community bank holding company with two bank subsidiaries announced today that it will pay a third quarter cash dividend of $0.12

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