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First Bank is One of the Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in the World First Bank is one of Fortune’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies for 2019! 2 min read

First Bank Spotted in Times Square In celebration of First Bank being chosen as one of North Carolina’s best banks by Forbes, the bank’s partners at NASDAQ arranged for a congratulatory message to show in New York City’s Times Square. 1 min read

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First Bank Recognized For Innovative Financial Wellness Program Recently, First Bank was recognized by CardRates.com with their Editor’s Choice award for the bank’s innovative approach to providing financial wellness and community support. Specifically highlighting the bank’s First@Work Program, the CardRates.com team writes, “First Bank’s efforts to deliver meaningful financial education resources to the communities it serves help fulfill its mission as a community bank. It also makes it stand out as an institution that is going the extra mile for its customers.” Check out the full article on the CardRates.com site. 1 min read

First Bank named Community Bank of the Year

First Bank Named 2018 Community Bank of the Year First Bank was honored as the 2018 Community Bank of the Year by the NC Rural Center. 3 min read

Happy National Financial Literacy Month! April, like any month of the year, is the perfect time to take a look at your spending habits and build better behaviors to hit your long-term savings goals. But what makes this month especially ideal is that it’s National Financial Literacy Month! 1 min read

First Bank and Northern Moore Family Resource Center – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Northern Moore Family Resource Center (NMFRC) for the final quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

First Bank and Community Housing Solutions – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Community Housing Solutions for the third quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

First Bank and Kids Making It – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Kids Making It for the second quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

Dream It, Do It Q1 Winner: Herrera Family One of the first “Dream It. Do It.” winners is Silverio Herrera who was nominated by his wife Jeni. 1 min read

North Carolina’s Key Industries [Infographic] It’s no secret that North Carolina is a hotbed of business and population growth in the Southeast. We take a look at our home state’s key industries and the economic impact in 2017. 1 min read

First Bank and Mountain BizWorks – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Mountain BizWorks for the first quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 2 min read

Go Gastro in Greensboro Greensboro, North Carolina is changing. Known for its contributions to both manufacturing and civil rights, a new area of notoriety is emerging. Cultural diversity is changing the way the city eats, and no one’s complaining. From new concepts to old favorites, First Bank lays out an ideal day of dining. These eateries aren’t the only options, but you won’t regret any of our selections below. Breakfast No one does breakfast like Smith Street Diner. A Greensboro staple that touts being open 8 days a week, the diner offers the classics. One might speculate how they can fit such great portion sizes into such a cozy space, but somehow they manage. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, fresh coffee and hand-squeezed orange juice may sound simple, but you can taste the love in everything they create. Make sure to sample one of their signature cat head biscuits before paying the bill. Be sure to get there early, because lines can go out the door. Lunch Since 1989, Jerusalem Market has been the choice for Middle Eastern eats in Greensboro. Just walk through the door and the scents of exotic spices and savory delicacies invite you to stay. Try the “Best Hummus in the World” and their pistachio baklava. Catch them at their new downtown location for a healthy meal backed by a healthy environment. Midday Snack Looking for a midday snack? Look no further than Yum Yum Better Ice Cream, located in the heart of the UNC-Greensboro campus. This iconic establishment has been family owned and operated since 1906. Serving a selection of homemade ice cream and classic hot dogs, Yum Yum is known for flavor, not flash, and it’s long been a staple for UNCG’s student body. Get “one all the way” hot dog and a “kid’s cone” of ice cream to hold you over. Dinner If you’re looking for a dinner that is a break from the norm, look no further than Crafted Restaurants. There are two Crafted locations in Greensboro with diverse themes. Before you jump the gun and assume Crafted – The Art of the Taco is a Mexican restaurant, take a look at their menu. On it, you’ll find such tacos as the “Fedora,” which is filled with succulent 4 min read

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