Colony Bankcorp completes merger with First Reliance Bancshares
CBAN•Colony Bankcorp completed its merger with First Reliance Bancshares, effective November 1, 2026. The combined franchise has approximately $5 billion in assets across Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.
1. Merger completed
Colony Bankcorp completed its merger with First Reliance Bancshares, effective November 1, 2026. The combined banking franchise has approximately $5 billion in assets across Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.
2. Customer transition
First Reliance’s nine banking locations establish Colony’s presence in South Carolina. A systems conversion is planned for mid-2027; until then, First Reliance customers can continue using their existing accounts, locations and digital services.
