The Farmers Bank of Tifton was established on February 24, 1937 to provide financial services to the citizens of Tifton and the surrounding Tift area. The bank has operated continuously since its inception. On July 31, 1985, the Farmers Bank of Tifton changed its name to First Community Bank of Tifton. In 1987, First Community Bank of Tifton was acquired by CB&T Bancshares of Columbus, Georgia, and in 1989, CB&T Bancshares, Inc. was renamed Synovus Financial Corp. Currently, First Community Bank of Tifton is one of the largest full-service banks in our community. As a member of the Synovus Financial Corp. family of companies, First Community Bank can offer customers a local bank with the strength and service of a S&P 500 company. First Community Bank is a bank where decisions are made by friends and neighbors and personal service, community commitment, and access to a multitude of services are all within reach. © First Community Bank of Tifton