GCSB News & Updates

Business Coaching and Investment Scams Want YOU!

by | June 12, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

Online ads for business coaching programs and investment training courses are everywhere these days. Who wouldn’t want to level up their business, triple their income, and invest money easily? These are easy targets for scams as many people know little about the world...
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Make Your Vacation Smooth Sailing & Scam-Free

by | June 5, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

Summer travel season is here! While many families are searching for deals on flights, hotels, and vacation rentals, scammers are also working hard behind the scenes to take advantage of eager travelers. While there are legitimate discounts available, scammers often...
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That Job Offer Text Isn’t What It Seems

by | May 29, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

“You’ve been selected.” “We reviewed your resume.” “Flexible work, great pay — start today.” If a job offer like this shows up out of nowhere, it’s worth taking a closer look. Job offer text scams are becoming more common, especially as more people search for flexible...
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Welcome to the GCSB Team, Doreen and Douglas!

Apr 28, 2025 |

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

Apr 25, 2025 | ,

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

Apr 11, 2025 | ,

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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Fraud Friday: Signs of a Scam

Apr 4, 2025 | , ,

While scams take many shapes and forms, there are usually a few tell-tale signs you should be aware of. For this edition of Fraud Friday at Guthrie County State Bank, we’re breaking down the basics of scam spotting so you can recognize the warning signs before it’s...

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Fraud Friday: Tax Identity Theft

Mar 27, 2025 | , ,

The tax deadline is quickly approaching! The only worse feeling than actually doing your taxes is finding out they were done incorrectly… especially due to a scammer. For this Fraud Friday, we are looking at tax identity theft. This is when someone uses your Social...

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