Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors;
Appointment of Principal Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. The Nominating Committee of The First Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") has accepted the resignations of Directors Peeler G. Lacey, M.D. and Gerald C. Patch from the Company's Board of Directors. Dr. Lacey notified the Committee of his resignation due to the increased demands of his work obligations. Mr. Patch notified the Committee of his resignation due to health issues and work obligations. The Board thanks Messrs. Lacey and Patch for their past service to the Company and wishes them well.

Item 8.01. Other Events. The Nominating Committee of The First Bancshares, Inc.
(the "Company") has accepted the resignations of Directors Peeler G. Lacey, M.D. and Gerald C. Patch from the Company's Board of Directors. Dr. Lacey notified the Committee of his resignation due to the increased demands of his work obligations. Mr. Patch notified the Committee of his resignation due to health issues and work obligations. The Board thanks Messrs. Lacey and Patch for their past service to the Company and wishes them well.

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