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GREENSBORO, GA- BankSouth recently contributed $100,000 to St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital through the Georgia HEART Rural Hospital Tax Credit Program. The contribution will help support the hospital's continued delivery of high-quality healthcare and strengthen access to essential services for...
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to make their schemes more convincing, and many still rely on the same tactics: creating urgency, building trust, and catching you off guard. From phishing messages and imposter scams to romance scams, knowing what...
Greensboro, GA - BankSouth is pleased to announce that Mitchell Smith has joined the Lake Oconee team as a Relationship Manager after three years in the bank’s Credit & Underwriting Department. In his new role, Mitchell will work directly with...
After 43 years in banking, Michael Leonard will retire from BankSouth on September 11. Michael began his banking career while still in college, working part-time in an industry that looked very different than it does today. He likes to put...
We’re proud to share some exciting news: BankSouth has been voted Best Community Bank in Savannah Magazine’s 2026 "Best of Savannah" awards! Being named Best Community Bank again is an honor we’re proud to receive from the Savannah community. For...
Greensboro, GA - The Greene County Public Safety Foundation is pleased to announce that BankSouth has contributed $31,000 to the Foundation through Georgia's Less Crime Act tax credit program. The contribution will fund the purchase of new Mobile Data Terminals...
As BankSouth prepares for our upcoming system upgrade, we want you to be prepared not just for the changes ahead, but for scammers who may try to take advantage of them. Fraudsters often use periods of change to make their...
There are people whose careers are measured by promotions, titles, or years of service. Then there are people like Jackie Bowen. For more than four decades, Jackie Bowen built a life defined not by recognition or accolades, but by faith,...
EATONTON, GA – BankSouth is proud to announce a $25,000 donation to Putnam General Hospital through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This contribution will directly support the hospital’s oncology and urology programs by helping fund the new Hydros Robotic System,...
At BankSouth, we believe that a strong community starts with a healthy community. That’s why we are excited to announce a $25,000 contribution to Bleckley Memorial Hospital and the Hospital Authority of Bleckley County through the Georgia HEART Rural Hospital...
More than just a summer job, our internships launch the careers of future professionals while bringing fresh, innovative ideas to our team. Here at BankSouth, we take immense pride in cultivating emerging talent and providing hands-on, impactful experiences that bridge...
Elder fraud accounted for 24% of all fraud reports in 2025, reminding us that it's more important than ever to question unexpected phone calls, emails, texts, and even traditional mail. In this edition of Fraud Watch, we’re breaking down a...
Inside the Fraudcast At BankSouth, our mission is to enhance the well-being of the customers, employees, and communities we serve. A crucial part of being your trusted financial advisor is keeping you informed about the evolving landscape of financial scams....
GREENSBORO, GA. – BankSouth is pleased to welcome Destiny McClendon as a Marketing Specialist. In her new role, McClendon will support community outreach efforts, develop engaging content, and help tell the stories of the people, businesses, and organizations that make...
Whether you're checking your text messages, applying for a loan, or trying to score last-minute World Cup tickets, scammers are looking for ways to take advantage. Read on to learn how to protect yourself from these latest threats. Fake BankSouth...
GREENSBORO, GA – The BankSouth Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the BankSouth Citizenship Award and Scholarship, honoring two exceptional high school seniors who demonstrate integrity, compassion, leadership, and service in their schools and communities. Nominated by...
This month, we're clarifying why the Georgia tax surplus refunds are completely legitimate. We are also warning you about two common scams: fake email receipts to gain access to your bank information, and fake party invitations designed to steal your...
GREENSBORO, GA – Chase Caldwell, Nedra Williams, and Michael Lozanski with BankSouth have graduated from the Georgia Banking School. The graduation ceremony took place May 1 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel in Athens, Ga....
GREENSBORO, GA – To mark its 80th anniversary, BankSouth did something a little different. Rather than just hosting an event or launching a traditional ad campaign, the bank deposited $80 into the paycheck of every employee — one dollar for...
From fake World Cup tickets to bogus investment opportunities, fraudsters are finding new ways to target our community this summer. This month, we're breaking down three scams you need to know about — including deceptive letters circulating locally — so...
The organization that governs the ACH Network, NACHA, has implemented new requirements that directly impact businesses like yours. Here's what's changing, why it matters, and what you need to do. What's Changing? Under the updated NACHA Operating Rules, banks are...
ATHENS, GA - BankSouth is pleased to announce that Mason Banks has rejoined the Watkinsville team as a Jr. Relationship Manager, serving clients throughout the Watkinsville and Athens area. In his new role, Banks will work directly with clients to understand...
Summer is around the corner, and scammers are already hard at work. From fake Masters tickets to bogus vacation rentals and traffic court scams, fraudsters are finding new ways to cash in. Here's what to watch out for so you...
Media Contact: Bryce McCuin, Director of Marketing [email protected] (706) 454-2319 For Sequence Holdings: Nathanial Garnick/Jonathan Warren Gasthalter & Co. [email protected] Partnership embraces human-first approach to community banking, combining BankSouth’s 80 years of excellence with frontier technology to drive growth and...