FirstState Bank

05/29/2026

We had bank-wide phone problems yesterday due to a widespread outage at our telecom provider. Our Wedowee office is still affected right now, but we’re working to have it corrected. Thank you for your patience, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our Randolph County customers may still reach our main office by calling us at 256.396.2187.

05/20/2026

05/13/2026

Today we celebrate an incredible milestone — 52 years of dedication, leadership, and commitment at FirstState Bank.

For more than five decades, Carlton DeVaughn, our Executive Vice President and Senior CFO, has helped shape the heart of this organization through integrity, wisdom, and unwavering service. His leadership has impacted not only the bank, but the countless employees, customers, and communities along the way.

52 years of loyalty and excellence is truly rare, and we are so grateful for the legacy he continues to build every single day. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement and thank you for all you have poured into FirstState Bank over the years! 🎉👏

04/11/2026

Today we celebrate Walter and his incredible 30 years with FirstState Bank. His dedication, hard work, and presence will truly be missed. Wishing him all the best in this next chapter—you’ve earned it!

02/13/2026

⚠️ Fraud Alert: Utility Payment Scams ⚠️

We’ve been made aware of scam calls targeting customers. Fraudsters may pose as utility companies and claim your service will be disconnected unless immediate payment is made.

Please remember:
• Legitimate companies do not demand immediate payment by phone
• Scammers often create urgency or pressure
• Never share banking or personal information with unexpected callers

If you receive a suspicious call:
✔ Hang up immediately
✔ Contact your utility provider directly using their official number
✔ Notify your bank if you shared any information

Your security is our priority. If you have concerns about your account, please contact us right away.

02/05/2026

Social media oversharing and scam offers give fraudsters personal data to commit sophisticated check fraud Fake contests and money‑glitch trends trick consumers into sending real checks or banking details to criminals Banks must educate consumers and deploy AI‑driven fraud tools to protect custo...

01/25/2026

There is some very good information at the website below. At FirstState Bank we do our best to protect our customers, but it takes you educating yourself and being as proactive as possible to ensure every precaution is taken.

Yes, you are seeing more scams these days.

12/31/2025

Please join us in wishing Cynthia Sprayberry and Susan Yarbrough all the very best in retirement. They will be greatly missed!