GCSB News & Updates

Dodge Military-Targeted Scams

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

July is Military Consumer Month. Sadly, scammers frequently target military families, veterans, and active-duty service members, by attempting to steal money, benefits, or personal information. Military Consumer Month is a great time to learn the warning signs and...

Fake Invoices Can Cost Small Businesses Big Money

by Jill Saar | June 26, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

Running a small business takes a lot of work. It includes keeping track of expenses, invoices, and payments. Unfortunately, scammers know all too well about the ins and outs of small businesses. Scammers take advantage of small business owners with fake invoices to...

Looking for Extra Income? Watch Out for Side Hustle Scams

by Jill Saar | June 19, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News | 0 Comments

With the rising cost of everyday expenses, many people are looking for side jobs or flexible ways to earn extra income. Unfortunately, scammers know that too. They often use fake job opportunities to target people looking for a side hustle or extra cash. These scams...

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:...

Behind the Counter: Meet Mark Cates, V.P. and Panora Branch Manager

Dec 16, 2024 | Employee Spotlights, General News

At Guthrie County State Bank, our team is the heart of everything we do. From building relationships with customers to investing in our community, they go above and beyond every day. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Mark Cates, Vice President and Branch...

Fraud Friday: Romance Scams

Dec 6, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News

Love is in the air for scammers. As more people turn to dating sites to find romantic partners, romance scams have steadily increased. On this Fraud Friday, we’re highlighting how to spot online romance scams and ways to stop a scamming suitor in their tracks. Our...