Middle Georgia Small Business was selected as a ‘Small Business Rock Star'

Planters First Bank’s leadership team is made up of experienced and local professionals ready to get to know you, your family, and your business. We believe in volunteering, making an impact, and leaving the world just a little bit better than we found it. And we don’t hesitate to celebrate the accomplishments of our employees, customers, and community members—because it energizes all parties. Our goal is to help you succeed - because when you succeed, we succeed. ...



National Small Business Week

Just as the “shop local” mantra has had a tremendous effect on local businesses, we urge you to consider also banking locally. There’s no one like Planters First Bank when it comes to small business banking. We go above and beyond to serve our customers with a perfect mix of local, concierge-level service, top-of-the-line technology, and southern hospitality. We work closely with you to understand your business needs – even meeting at your location if it’s more convenient for...



2021-2022 April Teacher Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank is proud to announce the 2021-2022 April Teacher Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through their nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, Ms. McKenzie Borders, for being selected as this month’s Teacher Spotlight! Ms. Borders teaches ELA and sponsors the...



Turn your card on and off with Card Management

Our debit cardholders will now get the same security features and fraud prevention within your Planters First Bank Online & Mobile Banking. No need to download a separate app or remember another password! What you can do with Card Management... Turn your card on and off Set per-transaction spending limits based on various factors such as dollar amount, transaction type, or merchant type Receive alerts on all transaction attempts declined Set other instant alerts on all or...



April is Community Banking Month!

As we celebrate Community Banking Month, we're not just highlighting our efforts to make our community better, we're showcasing our partnership with YOU, our neighbors, friends, and customers! Click here to view our recent Customer Spotlights Listed below are a few facts about what sets community banks apart and why community banks are such a vital contributor to their local community. Community banks are locally owned and operated. An independent community bank is a locally...



April is Financial Literacy Month!

In honor of this special month, here are five easy tips to help you manage your finances. One of the most effective tools for preventing a large-scale financial disaster is an emergency fund. To create your emergency fund, multiply your monthly take-home pay times six to find the amount you should ideally save. Planters First Bank offers Personal Savings Account options for your long and short-term goals. Click here to learn more. One significant way to maintain and/or increase your...



21st Annual Farmers Appreciation Dinner

Planters First Bank’s leadership team is made up of experienced and local professionals ready to get to know you, your family, and your business. We believe in volunteering, making an impact, leaving the world just a little bit better than we found it. And we don’t hesitate to celebrate the accomplishments of our employees, customers, and community members—because it energizes all parties. Our goal is to help you succeed - because when you succeed, we succeed. Congratulations to all...



-RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT- Joey Bloodworth

Please help us congratulate Joey Bloodworth on his retirement! After 45 years of marking the lives of bank customers and members of Planters First Bank, Joey Bloodworth announced his retirement on March 25, 2022, his last day of work will be Thursday, March 31st. The bank and the Board of Directors wish Joey the best of all things as he enters retirement, and extend their heartfelt thanks for his many years of service with Planters First Bank. “We in Hawkinsville have really...



NOTICE : HB 1302 Tax Refund

Governor Brian P. Kemp signed House Bill 1302 on March 23, 2022, providing a tax refund to all eligible Georgia taxpayers. "When government takes in more than it needs, I believe those dollars should be returned to the taxpayer, because that is your money - not the government's," said Governor Kemp. "In Georgia, we are taking swift action to lessen the impact of the federal administration's disastrous policies that have driven record-high inflation over the last year by putting...



2021-2022 March Teacher Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank is proud to announce the 2021-2022 March Teacher Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through their nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, Mindy Curtis, for being selected as this month’s Teacher Spotlight! Mindy Curtis, a 7th-grade math teacher was...



Announcing Tim Powers as Regional President, Crisp & Dooly counties.

Planters First Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of Tim Powers as Regional President, Crisp & Dooly counties. Tim Powers, Regional President Tim has 24+ years of progressive banking experience and most recently worked at Bank of Tennessee as a Commercial Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Bank of TN, Tim worked at Ameris Bank in Moultrie GA as Market President. Other positions held throughout his career include Private Client Manager at US Trust (Bank of America), and Private...



Spring cleaning your finances doesn't have to be a chore!

With Planters First Bank Online & Mobile Banking, you can organize and clean up your finances with these easy steps! From your desktop or your mobile device, you can manage your finances and start working on achieving your financial goals this spring. Check out these simple steps to help organize and spring clean your finances: Review your financial goals: Are you planning to buy a new car or a home this year? Our Online & Mobile Banking can help you reach your...