United Bank of Atmore, Ala. is encouraging consumers and small business owners to bank locally in recognition of Community Banking Month. “By shopping local and banking locally with United Bank, customers can make a real difference in the lives of their neighbors and the future of their community,” said Bob Jones, president and CEO of United Bank. “The loans we make help businesses grow and farmers and families be successful.” United Bank will also celebrate community banking throughout the spring as a sponsor of a number of local community events and by supporting financial literacy education in elementary schools by participating in the Teach Children to Save program.