The Ludowici branch of The Heritage Bank hosted the Long County Chamber of Commerce Business after Hours on Tuesday.  
The meeting was attended by about 30 people.  
Ludowici branch manager Lila Bell welcomed everyone and introduced the bank’s staff and Chief Operating Officer Melissa Deal.  Deal told attendees the bank appreciated the support and patronage that Long County provided.  
Bell said The Heritage Bank has had an office in Ludowici since 1997. The bank’s current office opened in 2009. She said The Heritage Bank, formerly the Hinesville Bank, opened its first office in 1911.
“I appreciate everyone for coming out today, and giving us the opportunity to show you our office,” she said.