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A branch of United Bank located in Huntington is pictured.

United Bankshares, the parent company of United Bank, on Friday completed its acquisition of Atlanta-based Piedmont Bancorp, the parent company of Piedmont Bank, in a deal valued at $267 million.

ƵWe are thrilled to have Piedmont join the United family,Ƶ Richard M. Adams Jr., CEO of United Bankshares, said in the announcement. ƵThis transaction allows us to grow our presence in one of the most desirable banking markets in the nation. We look forward to serving the employees, customers, and communities in our new footprint.Ƶ

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