GCSB News & Updates

Pause Before Hiring a Contractor

A knock at the door. A flyer in the mailbox. A contractor who says they noticed damage and can start right away. Sounds convenient, right? It’s also a convenient way for scammers to take advantage of people. For many homeowners, eager contractors might sound helpful —...

GCSB Employee Spotlight: Laura Stetzel

Getting to Know LauraFor nearly a decade, Laura Stetzel has been an integral part of the Guthrie County State Bank team. She joined us in 2016 as Loan Administrative Assistant, bringing with her a number of years of experience in banking and a strong desire to work in...

Graduate from Falling for Graduation Gift Scams

Graduation season is full of get-togethers and celebrations. Cards, gifts, announcements, and support from friends and family all become part of the big moment. Unfortunately, scammers know that money is often moving around this time of year — and they use that to...

Fraud Friday: USPS Texts

Have you ever received a text message supposedly from the United States Postal Service (USPS) – or another package delivery carrier such as FedEx or DHL? These texts may say things like: “Your delivery is on the way,” or “There's a problem with delivery,” or will tell...

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Fraud Friday: AI Scams

The rising popularity of Artificial intelligence (AI) has many benefits but there are downsides too – one of those being AI scams. Scammers are using AI to make their schemes more believable. Here are six AI scams to watch out for and how to protect yourself from...

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Let Kindness Bloom this May! #GCSBMayDay

Small businesses are the heart of our community, and sometimes they need a little help. That’s where you come in! The GCSB May Day Promotion is back, which means it’s time for you to give back to your community – and we want to see! Give back this May by sharing your...

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Welcome to the GCSB Team, Doreen and Douglas!

We’re excited to introduce two talented new Universal Bankers to the GCSB family! Please join us in welcoming Doreen Johnson and Douglas Glade to our Panora branch team. Bringing a wealth of experience in financial services, leadership coaching, and customer-focused...

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Fraud Friday: Text Scams to Kids

Unfortunately, adults are not the only ones getting text message scams on their phones. Whether it’s about unpaid tolls, undeliverable packages, or issues with an online account such as Amazon, scammers don’t discriminate against age when they’re sending out their...

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Fraud Friday: Jury Duty Scams

Being summoned for jury duty can seem like an inconvenience to some — and scammers are trying to make it even more cumbersome. Here’s what to watch out for when it comes to common jury duty scams. Jury duty is a serious responsibility. If you don’t show up or respond,...

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