by Jill Saar | Jan 30, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Identity theft can happen to anyone, at any time. When scammers gain access to personal information, they can open accounts, make purchases, or take out loans in someone else’s name — often without the victim realizing it until financial damage has already occurred....
by Jill Saar | Jan 23, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Scammers frequently impersonate government agencies to intimidate people into paying money they don’t actually owe. One of the most common versions of this scheme involves phone calls claiming you owe back taxes and must act immediately to avoid serious consequences....
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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