Bank employees share stories of strength, inspire hope

By Haley Mitchell Godwin

Known as a place where community care and customer service go hand-in-hand, First Citizens Bank (FCB) takes pride in being more than a bank; it is a network of support, a place where employees and customers alike become family.

Founded July 8, 1980, now with branches in Luverne, Fort Deposit, Greenville, Hayneville and Highland Home, FCB operates with a commitment to local management and a conservative approach to meeting the needs of customers in an affordable and effective manner.

True to their founding values, the bank’s commitment to its community shines through its support of employees, including breast cancer survivors Marie Moore Owens, Mollie Thomas and Janice Hollis.

Perseverance Through Treatment

At the Luverne branch, Janice Hollis bravely confronted a breast cancer diagnosis in January 2023. The news came as a shock, but Hollis found solace in her faith and the skilled care provided by her team at Montgomery Cancer Center. Her treatments, which included five rounds of chemotherapy and 30 radiation sessions, tested her resolve. Yet, she never wavered in her trust in God.

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