First Bank and Trust Company Celebrates the Grand Opening of Its New Full-Service Office in Wilson, North Carolina
June 25, 2026
WILSON, NC, Jun. 25, 2026 – First Bank and Trust Company and its parent holding company, First Bancorp, Inc., are pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest full-service bank office in Wilson, North Carolina, marking the community-based financial institution’s fourth full-service office in North Carolina.
This opening represents a significant milestone in First Bank and Trust Company’s continued growth throughout the Southeast. With the addition of this location, the Bank now operates 29 full-service banking offices and six loan offices across Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
The new office provides a comprehensive suite of personal and business banking services, including deposit accounts, agriculture, mortgage, and commercial lending solutions, treasury management services, and digital banking tools, all backed by the personalized service and relationship-focused approach that have defined First Bank and Trust Company for more than four decades.
“As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to build lasting relationships and provide exceptional financial services that help our customers and communities thrive,” said W. Mark Nelson, President and Chief Executive Officer of First Bank and Trust Company. “We are excited to become part of the Wilson community and look forward to serving our customers with the local decision-making and personal attention that set community banking apart.”
To commemorate the opening and demonstrate its commitment to investing in the future of the Wilson community, First Bank and Trust Company presented a $5,000 donation to Wilson County Schools. The contribution will support educational initiatives and resources that help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
First Bank and Trust Company's W. Mark Nelson and Heather Mercer present a donation to representatives of Wilson County Schools.
“Supporting youth and education has long been a cornerstone of our community commitment,” said W. Mark Nelson, President and Chief Executive Officer of First Bank and Trust Company. “We believe that investing in students today helps create stronger communities tomorrow. We are honored to support Wilson County Schools and recognize the important work they do every day to prepare the next generation for success.”
Across its footprint, First Bank and Trust Company actively supports educational programs, scholarships, financial literacy initiatives, and youth-focused organizations that empower young people and strengthen local communities. The donation to Wilson County Schools reflects the Bank’s ongoing dedication to making a meaningful difference in the places it serves.
For more information about First Bank and Trust Company and its products and services, visit the Bank’s website or stop by the new Wilson office located at 200 Forest Hills Road NW.
About First Bank and Trust Company
First Bank and Trust Company, one of the top community banks in the United States, is a diversified financial services firm with office locations throughout Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, and North Carolina. The bank offers financial solutions through checking products for personal and business accounts, savings, money markets, and time deposit accounts. Lending services are provided through mortgage, agricultural, and commercial divisions. Comprehensive wealth management solutions are also available through trust and brokerage services.
For more information, visit our company page or contact Marketing at marketing@firstbank.com.
SOURCE: First Bank and Trust Company