First Community Bancshares, Inc. is moving forward with its previously announced merger with Hometown Bancshares, Inc. Hometown shareholders voted overwhelmingly in favor of the merger on December 2, 2025. Approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond was received in November, and the transaction is expected to close on January 23, 2026, pending final regulatory approval and satisfaction of closing conditions. Following completion, Hometown shareholders will receive shares of First Community common stock.
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