GCSB News & Updates
Fraud Friday: Investment Scams
At Guthrie County State Bank, we’re committed to helping our customers protect what they’ve earned, that includes their investments. This week’s Fraud Friday highlights a scheme that’s become all too common: “high-yield” investment scams. These scams often promise...
Fraud Friday: Check Washing
Check washing is on the rise and costing people thousands of dollars. Here’s what you need to know about this scam, how to protect yourself, and what to do if it happens to you. What is Check Washing?Check washing is a form of fraud where scammers intercept checks in...
Behind the Desk: Meet Jamie Patrick, EVP & Cashier, Guthrie Center Branch
As we always say, here at GCSB, we’re more than just bankers—we’re neighbors, community members, and friends. Jamie Patrick, EVP & Cashier at our Guthrie Center branch, has been a part of GCSB since 1997, long before the town even had a four-way stop sign. Her...
Fraud Friday: Unpaid Tolls
Long are the days of manned toll booths where you can just cough up loose change to the toll booth worker. The majority of U.S. tolls now utilize an electronic system that reads your license plate and sends you a bill in the mail, prompting you to pay online....
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...
Behind the Desk with Matt Pearey, Relationship Manager, Guthrie Center Branch
Since joining Guthrie County State Bank in 2015, Matt Pearey has been dedicated to helping customers achieve their financial goals. As Relationship Manager at the Guthrie Center branch, he works closely with individuals and small businesses, offering personalized...
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...
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...