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Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2018 | Jun. 30, 2017
Income Statement [Abstract] |  |
Interest and fees on loans (tax-exempt income) | $ 473 | $ 380
Interest and dividends on investments (tax-exempt income) | $ 3,462 | $ 3,238

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