GCSB News & Updates

When You Trust a Scammer

by Jill Saar | April 10, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

One of the most common tactics used by scammers today is impersonation. Scammers pose as people or organizations you already know and trust, such as banks, government agencies, businesses, or even acquaintances or family members. These scams can arrive through phone...

Don’t Fall for Fake Tech Support

by Jill Saar | April 3, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

Most people rely on their computers and smartphones every day, which makes technology problems especially frustrating. Scammers take advantage of that frustration through tech support scams. It begins by claiming your device has a virus or security problem. These...

Avoid Government Grant Scams

by Jill Saar | March 27, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

Scammers are always finding new ways to trick people into sharing personal information or sending money. One common tactic is claiming you qualify for “free money” through a government grant or related program. These government grant scams often sound exciting....

The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft

Jan 31, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News

In honor of Identity Theft Awareness Week this week, your friends here at Guthrie County State Bank have put together a guide on best practices for protecting yourself from identity theft. Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information, such as your...

Fraud Friday: A Cautionary Tale of Wiring Fraud

Jan 24, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News

House hunting is stressful enough as it is. Throw some convincing fraudsters into the mix and it’s even more of a nightmare. One couple in West Virginia was swindled out of $255,000 due to real estate wire fraud. Take a few moments on this Fraud Friday to learn about...

This Souper Bowl Season, Let’s Tackle Hunger

Jan 20, 2025 | GCSB Cares, General News

It’s that time of year again! We're teaming up with New Opportunities for our annual Souper Bowl, and we need your help to score big against hunger. Drop off canned soup here:Jan. 20 – Feb. 12:Guthrie County State Bank – Guthrie Center and PanoraHometown Foods –...

Behind the Counter: Meet Tawnia Ganzer, Ag Relationship Manager and V.P., Guthrie Center branch

Jan 15, 2025 | Employee Spotlights, General News

At Guthrie County State Bank, our team is more than just bankers—they’re dedicated community members who work hard to keep our small towns thriving. Today, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Tawnia Ganzer, Vice President and Ag Relationship Manager at our Guthrie...

Fraud Friday: Internet Scams to Watch for in 2025

Jan 3, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News

Online scams cost Americans billions of dollars every year. Get your 2025 off to a safe, secure start by staying scam-savvy. Take some time this Fraud Friday to read about the top scams to watch for in 2025. 1. Job Offer Scams What it is: Scammers target job seekers...

Fraud Friday: Protect Your Passwords

Dec 20, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News

Passwords are ingrained in our everyday lives, making it more important than ever to protect them. On this Fraud Friday, we’re sharing simple strategies to help you craft strong passwords, maintain them securely, and take quick action if your password is compromised....

Upcoming Holiday Closures

Dec 19, 2024 | General News

As you make your holiday plans, please note our special hours. Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 24 - Closing at Noon Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec. 25 - Closed New Year's Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 31 - Closing at 3 p.m. New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1 - Closed

Heritage Club Quarterly Newsletter – Q4 2024

Dec 17, 2024 | General News, Heritage Club

Browse the Q4 issue of the GCSB Heritage Club newsletter featuring: Third Quarter 2024 Event Recaps Branson Trip Photos From the Desk of Gayle Shackelford Fraud Awareness: Holiday Scams 2025 Dates to Remember Read the newsletter:...