by Jill Saar | Jan 20, 2026 | GCSB Cares, General News
Each year, our community comes together in a simple but meaningful way to support local families—and this Souper Bowl season is no different. From January 20 through February 11, we are hosting our annual Souper Bowl Canned Soup Drive, inviting community members to...
by Jill Saar | Jan 16, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Each year, the Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 to December 7) gives everyone eligible a chance to review and update their coverage. Unfortunately, it also gives scammers a golden opportunity to prey on people looking to make changes. What to watch for:• A...
by Jill Saar | Jan 13, 2026 | Employee Spotlights, Featured, General News
Behind the Desk with Adrienne Powell, Personal Banker, Panora Branch Getting to Know AdrienneAs a lifelong Panora resident, Adrienne Powell has been familiar with Guthrie County State Bank for as long as she can remember. “I grew up in Panora and have banked here my...
by Jill Saar | Jan 9, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
After the holidays, many people are returning gifts, reviewing credit card statements, and watching for refunds. Scammers know this and take advantage of the increased activity by posing as retailers, delivery companies, or financial institutions. Post-holiday refund...
by Jill Saar | Dec 26, 2025 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
As technology evolves and scammers become more sophisticated, fraud continues to adapt. In 2025, criminals relied heavily on urgency, impersonation, and emotional manipulation — tactics that are unlikely to disappear as we move into 2026. Awareness remains one of the...
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