GCSB News & Updates
Grow with Us: Expanding Our Ag Team – APPLY TODAY!
Guthrie County State Bank is expanding our Ag Lending Team! As a pillar of the Guthrie Center and Panora communities, we're deepening our commitment to the local agricultural industry by adding two new Ag Relationship Managers. We're not just looking for lenders;...
Fraud Friday: Student Loan Scams
Student loans are usually the last thing you want to think about. That’s why there are scams floating around that promise to take care of those student loans for you – for a price. Messaging in student loan scams can include: Management Help – Scammers offer help...
GCSB Employee Spotlight: Kelly Mleynek
Behind the Desk: Get to Know Kelly Mleynek, Electronic Banking Specialist, Guthrie Center Branch We’re proud that the folks who work here at Guthrie County State Bank are dedicated individuals who bring experience, passion, and a personal touch to everything they do....
Fraud Friday: AI Voice Scams
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more advanced every day, so do the scams that use it. One of the biggest schemes that relies on AI is voice cloning. Luckily, in this new age of AI, there is something uniquely human that you and your family can do to stay safe....
Fraud Friday: Spoofing Scams
Many banks have recently reported an increase in spoofing attempts. Spoofing is a type of scam where criminals reach out to people under the guise of an individual or more often an organization, such as their financial institution. Spoofing scams will appear to be...
Fraud Friday: Don’t Get Scammed by Search Results!
In today's digital world, a quick online search is often the first step for anything from finding a local business to checking on a government service. We rely on search engines to connect us with the information we need. But what if those seemingly helpful search...
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...