Visit Perry

Congratulations to Visit Perry for receiving two prestigious awards at the Southeast Tourism Society’s annual Connections Conference in Auburn, Alabama! 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,...



2023-2024 April Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools.

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 April Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through a nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, Mrs. Kaleigh Grantham from PCES, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Congratulations to PFB’s April...



41NBC's Viewers Choice Awards 2024

We're thrilled to share some fantastic news! Planters First Bank—Macon has emerged victorious in the 2024 41NBC Viewer's Choice Awards, securing the prestigious Gold awards in the Local Financial Institution and Financial Planning categories. This remarkable achievement wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of our community and valued customers. Your votes and unwavering trust have propelled us to the top, reaffirming our commitment to providing exceptional...



2023-2024 March Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 March Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through a 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. Hollie Lawley from Little Children Growing, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Ms. Hollie Lawley brings...



Med-Lake Laboratory

At Planters First Bank, we take pride in being one of the oldest family-owned banks in Georgia, with a rich history dating back to 1896. We currently operate eight full-service locations and have always remained committed to the financial well-being of our clients and communities. Find out why businesses and families come to us first – and bank with us for generations. “Planters First Bank has transformed our business model; Tracy Nesmith, Treasury Support Officer, introduced us to...



2023-2024 February Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 February Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through a nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, Laura Moore, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! I am a member of the Hawkinsville High School Class of 1979....



2023-2024 January Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 January Educator 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, Sherri Collier, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Sherri Collier is a para-professional at...



Best of Georgia 2023

Planters First Bank: The Secret to our Success is our Customers In the sphere of community banking, Planters First Bank has carved out a unique space that goes far beyond offering a comprehensive suite of financial services. Its connection to the people it serves has recently been recognized with the 2023 Best of Georgia Award—an honor bestowed by those very customers. President Eli Tinsley of Planters First Bank encapsulates the ethos that has earned the bank such esteemed regard:...



2023-2024 December Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 December Educator 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,Theresa McGriff, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Ms. Theresa McGriff is a Kindergarten...



2023-2024 November Educator Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools

Planters First Bank proudly announces the 2023-2024 November Educator 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, Ashley Bennett, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Ashley Bennett is a 2007 graduate of Hawkinsville...



GHS Distribution Inc.

At Planters First Bank, we take pride in being one of the oldest family-owned banks in Georgia with a rich history dating back to 1896. We currently operate eight full-service locations and have always remained committed to the financial well-being of our clients and communities. Find out why businesses and families come to us first – and bank with us for generations. “I have the utmost satisfaction and gratitude for the exceptional banking services provided by Planters First...



2023 Main Street Community Spirit Award

On November 2nd, at the 2023 Annual Main Street Meeting, Planters First Bank was honored with the Main Street Community Spirit Award. Hawkinsville Market President/Sr. Vice President Tim Wynne and Sr. Vice President Bobbie Clemons accepted the award on behalf of the bank. We are grateful to the Hawkinsville Main Street Program for recognizing our efforts to provide excellent service to both our customers and our community. As your hometown community bankers, we are committed to serving...