NEW IBERIA, LA--(Marketwire - Jul 25, 2012) - (NYSE MKT: [ TSH ]) - Patrick Little, President and CEO of Teche Federal Bank, a subsidiary of Teche Holding Company, announced that Teche Federal Bank is planning a new branch in Lafayette. "We are proud to announce our addition to the Oil Center," said Little.

Teche Federal Bank has signed the lease for property currently housed by Capital One at 124 Heymann Boulevard. "We are looking forward to joining the many successful businesses located in the Oil Center and adding another convenient location for our Lafayette customers," added Little. "Our pledge is to not only serve those businesses and their employees, but to exceed their expectations with our quality products and high level of service."

Teche Federal Commercial Banker Jill Noel is looking forward to serving the banking needs of the many businesses in and around the Oil Center. "I am really excited about being located in the Oil Center and getting involved with the organizations that support the growth and success of this historic area. Teche Federal Bank is going to be a real asset to the diverse group of businesses and residents who have a common goal in providing future growth and vitality to the Oil Center community. We are looking forward to serving and providing financial services along with friendly community banking to all of our new neighbors," said Noel.

About Teche Federal Bank

Teche Federal Bank operates eighteen offices in South Louisiana and serves over 60,000 customers. Teche Federal Bank is the fourth largest publicly owned bank based in Louisiana with over $843 million in assets. Deposits at Teche Federal Bank are insured up to the legal maximum amount by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Teche Holding Company's common stock is traded under the symbol "TSH" on the NYSE AMEX.