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BankSouth to Acquire State Bank of Cochran

BankSouth is proud to announce that we have entered into an agreement to acquire State Bank of Cochran – including First Laurens Bank and Community Bank of Johnson County – expanding our reach and deepening our commitment to community banking in the state of Georgia. This transaction is subject to regulatory approval.

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A Shared Commitment to People, Service, and Community

On July 18, 2025, BankSouth and State Bank of Cochran entered into a definitive agreement to join forces — a partnership rooted in shared values and a mutual commitment to customers, employees, and communities.

This acquisition is not about changing who we are but about building something even stronger together. We’re gaining a partner with over 100 years of trusted service.

Together, we’ll bring expanded resources, subject matter expertise, and new opportunities — while maintaining the personal, local service both banks are known for.

“This acquisition expands our footprint into a strong, nearby market that complements the areas we already serve.”
— Harold Reynolds, CEO, BankSouth

More Convenience. Same Commitment.

Key Points:

✅ No immediate changes to your accounts, services, or digital tools.

✅ You’ll continue banking with the same familiar team members.

✅ No changes to your checks, debit cards, or account access.

✅ Our teams are working behind the scenes to ensure a smooth transition with minimal impact.

✅ Broader access to locations, services, and expertise.

“We both know our customers by name and live in the same communities. We’re simply becoming stronger together.”

Your Questions, Answered.

State Bank of Cochran is a locally owned community bank with a legacy dating back to 1921. With four branches operating under the names State Bank of Cochran, First Laurens Bank (Dexter and Dublin), and Community Bank of Johnson County (Wrightsville), they are the largest bank in Bleckley County.

  • State Bank of Cochran (1 branch in Cochran)
  • First Laurens Bank (1 branch in Dexter, 1 branch in Dublin)
  • Community Bank of Johnson County (1 branch in Wrightsville)
  • Their strong performance, customer loyalty, and community focus
  • Strategic locations that enhance our Central Georgia footprint
  • Shared values around relationship banking and community service
  • Subject matter expertise, particularly in agriculture lending

There are no immediate changes to your account. A very small number of duplicate account numbers exist between the two banks, so we anticipate little to no impact to customers.

No. You can continue using your current checks and debit card. If a rare account number conflict arises in the future, we will provide replacements at no cost to you.

Initially, you should continue banking at your current branch. Over time, we plan to expand cross-branch servicing between both BankSouth and State Bank of Cochran branches.

We are currently in the regulatory approval phase, which typically takes 2–3 months. We anticipate closing the transaction in the fourth quarter of 2025.

One Team, One Goal: Serving You

This partnership allows both BankSouth and BankSouth Mortgage to grow with purpose — bringing together teams who care about relationships, financial strength, and the well-being of our communities.

From Cochran to Dublin, from Atlanta to Savannah, from Watkinsville to Greensboro and Lake Oconee, our mission remains the same: delivering safe, easy, and personal banking experiences — now with even more support behind them.

“This is the right move for our teams, our customers, and the future of community banking in the markets we proudly serve.”
— Jackie Bowen, President, State Bank of Cochran

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