BankFirst

BankFirst is headquartered in Columbus, Mississippi, and is a Member FDIC. Established in 1888 with one location, we currently operate more than 40 branch locations and multiple loan production offices in Mississippi and Alabama. We have been a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) since 2010. Our Board of Directors and management team continue to be committed to our vision of "becoming the dominant, community-focused, independent bank in the markets we serve.” At BankFirst, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of imagination and the boundless opportunities it creates. Our unwavering dedication revolves around cultivating vibrant community ties. Nurturing local connections lies at the core of our values, distinguishing us in our steadfast commitment to our neighborhoods. Each BankFirst branch operates with its own local president and advisory board, championing a community-centric ethos. Our commitment transcends the boundaries of our markets, ensuring equitable access to financial stability for everyone. Our pledge to empowering communities stems from our belief in the transformative impact of engaged local support. Our employees are not just team members but enthusiastic community advocates who invest their time and resources to uplift the neighborhoods we hold dear. Together, we passionately work toward creating thriving environments for all to thrive and prosper. BankFirst proudly stands as a beacon of community-focused finance, driven by a fundamental vision: to be the foremost independent bank deeply rooted in and dedicated to our communities. Our approach seamlessly integrates traditional banking and lending services with a suite of financial development tools, ranging from credit counseling to fostering improved savings and spending habits. By harmonizing conventional financial services with robust financial empowerment resources, BankFirst actively contributes to bolstering the financial resilience of underserved families and communitie

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — A Tuscaloosa man was killed early Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Perry County.<a href="https://patch.com/alabama/tuscaloosa/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.</a> The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said Henry D. Stallworth, 40, was fatally injured when the 2021 Jeep Wrangler he was driving left the roadway, struck multiple trees and overturned at approximately 2:25 a.m. Sunday. Stallworth was pronounced dead at the scene on Alabama Highway 183 near Heard Road, approximately two miles south of Adler. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. <hr />Have a news tip or suggestion on how I can improve Tuscaloosa Patch? Maybe you're interested in having your business become one of the latest sponsors for Tuscaloosa Patch? Email all inquiries to me at ryan.phillips@patch.com

TUSCALOOSA, AL — A Tuscaloosa man was killed early Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Perry County.

<a href="https://patch.com/alabama/tuscaloosa/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.</a> The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said Henry D. Stallworth, 40, was fatally injured when the 2021 Jeep Wrangler he was driving left the roadway, struck multiple trees and overturned at approximately 2:25 a.m. Sunday.

Stallworth was pronounced dead at the scene on Alabama Highway 183 near Heard Road, approximately two miles south of Adler. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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