Chad Preston-State Farm Agent

11/04/2026

If you’ve done any driving around the county after dusk lately, you’ve probably already noticed a big shift: the deer are officially on the move. 🦌🚧
As we head deeper into autumn, deer activity spikes dramatically across West Virginia. Between their natural fall migration and the start of mating season, these animals are highly distracted, incredibly unpredictable, and constantly darting across our winding local roads. A collision with a deer can cause massive damage to your vehicle and, more importantly, put your family in serious danger. Here are a few quick tips to help you stay safe on your evening commute:
👁️ Watch for the eyes: Deer eyes reflect headlights exceptionally well. Keep your eyes scanning the wood lines and shoulders, not just the pavement directly in front of you.
🦌 Where there is one, there are more: Deer almost never travel alone. If you see one safely cross the road ahead of you, slow down immediately. Assume its friends are trailing right behind it.
📣 Use your horn: If you see a deer standing near the shoulder, give a long blast on your horn. The loud noise can startle them away from the pavement rather than toward it.
🛑 Don't veer for deer: This is the hardest but most important rule. If a collision is inevitable, firmly apply your brakes and stay in your lane. Swerving at high speeds often causes you to lose control, flip, or drive head-on into an oncoming vehicle or a tree.
Our main goal every single day is to look out for our neighbors so your family has one less thing to worry about out there. Taking a little extra care during your evening drive is the best way to safeguard your journey and protect the hard work you've put into your vehicle. 🚗❤️
Riders and drivers, have you had any close calls with deer yet this season? Let us know what roads to watch out for in the comments below! 👇🛣️

11/03/2026

The results are in, and our Oceana history buffs absolutely knocked this out of the park! 📜🕵️‍♂️
The correct answer to our morning trivia question is Cassville!
When Wyoming County was first carved out in 1850, the town was laid out on William Cook's property and named Cassville. But because another town nearby had the exact same name, the post office got completely overwhelmed with mixed-up mail. To fix it, the town was temporarily changed to Stumperville in 1851 before finally taking the beautiful name Oceana in 1853 to honor Chief Cornstalk's youngest daughter.
A massive shoutout to everyone who guessed—Oceana definitely brought their A-game today!
Thank you for playing along with our team. We love getting to champion our local roots and walk alongside such an incredible, tight-knit community of neighbors every single week. ☀️🌲
Have a wonderful afternoon everyone!

11/03/2026

Time to see if our Oceana neighbors can beat Pineville’s trivia score! 🗺️🕵️‍♂️Oceana has such a rich, deep history in our county. But only true local history buffs are going to know the answer to this one without looking it up!
Here is your question: Long before Pineville became the hub of our local government, Oceana was actually the original county seat of Wyoming County. When the very first courthouse was built there back in 1850, what was the town of Oceana originally called? 📜🪵
Hint: The town's original name was chosen to honor a very prominent local family who settled right along the clear fork of the Guyandotte River.
We love to champion the heritage of our different county towns and walk alongside the families who have roots here going back generations.
Drop your best guess in the comments below, and we will reveal the correct historical answer this afternoon! Let's see who gets it first! 👇📸

11/02/2026

Good morning, Wyoming County! ☕👋
We hope everyone had an absolutely fantastic, safe, and candy-filled Halloween weekend! The costumes are officially packed away, the pumpkin lights are turned off, and it is time to slide back into the Monday morning routine.
Getting back to reality after a fun holiday weekend is always a little tough, but our doors are open, the coffee is fresh, and our team is fully recharged and ready to look after our neighbors this week. We love getting to walk alongside the families in our community through every season, handling the tricky details behind the scenes so you always have one less thing to worry about. 🏢✨
Before we dive into our weekly to-do lists, we want to see how creative our community got this year!
Let's flood the feed with some fun: Drop a picture of your kids, your pets, or your own Halloween costumes in the comments below! Let's see who had the best look in the county! 👇👻🧙‍♀️

10/30/2026

The costumes are ready, the candy bowls are full, and the kids are counting down the minutes until trick-or-treating starts! 🍫👻
As our neighborhoods get busy with little ghosts and goblins walking around after dark, we want to share a quick reminder to help keep everyone safe tonight:
Drivers: Slow down significantly in residential areas. Peak trick-of-treating hours are between 5:30 PM and 9:30 PM, so keep your eyes peeled for kids darting between parked cars.
Homeowners: Keep your front porch and walkways well-lit. Clear away any stray garden hoses, pumpkins, or lawn decorations that could become a tripping hazard in the dark.
Parents: If your kids have dark costumes, add a strip of reflective tape to their bags or give them a glow stick so they are easily visible to oncoming traffic.
Have a spooky, fun, and incredibly safe Halloween, everyone! What are your kids (or pets!) dressing up as this year? Tell us in the comments! 👇🎃

10/29/2026

The results are in, and we have some absolute local history experts in our community! 📜🕵️‍♂️
The correct answer to our morning trivia question is Castlerock (or Castle Rock)! Before it officially became Pineville in 1907, the community took its name directly from the massive, towering sandstone rock formation that still stands proudly next to the river and our public library today. 🪵💧
A huge shoutout to everyone who guessed—you definitely know your Wyoming County history!
Thank you for playing along with us today. We love getting to champion our local roots and walk alongside such an awesome group of neighbors every single week.
Have a wonderful afternoon, everyone! ☀️

10/29/2026

Time for a quick morning brain teaser, Wyoming County! 🗺️🕵️‍♂️
We love being a part of this beautiful area, but we want to see who knows our local history the absolute best. Only true county experts are going to get this one right without looking it up!
Here is your question: Before the town of Pineville was officially established and became our county seat, it went by a completely different name based on the unique landscape surrounding it. What was Pineville originally called? 🪵💧
Hint: It has to do with the massive, iconic pine tree that used to stand right at the junction of the Guyandotte River and Castle Rock.
We love to champion our local heritage, and we thought it would be fun to test our neighbors' knowledge.
Drop your best guess in the comments below, and we will reveal the correct historical answer this afternoon! Let's see who gets it first! 👇📸

10/28/2026

Happy Wednesday! We have officially hit the middle of Halloween week, which means the giant bags of candy are sitting on the counter, just waiting for Saturday night. 🍫🍬
Be honest with us: Who else bought their trick-or-treat candy weeks ago, already ate the entire bag, and had to go back to the store to buy a replacement bag before the weekend? 🙋‍♂️🫣
To all the parents currently hiding the good chocolate bars from the kids (or planning to enforce a strict "parent candy tax" after Saturday's haul)—we see you, and we completely agree with your methods.
Life can get incredibly busy this time of year, but our main goal is to look after the big details behind the scenes, so your family has the freedom to slow down and enjoy these fun, sweet moments together. We love getting to look after our neighbors through every single season!
Let's settle the ultimate debate before the wrappers start flying: What is the absolute best candy in the bag, and what is the worst? Drop your picks below! 👇🥜

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10/26/2026

We are kicking off Halloween week with a question that has completely divided our office team this morning! 🎃🫣
Since the holiday falls on a Saturday this year, neighborhoods all over the county are gearing up for a massive weekend of trick-or-treating. But we want to know where you stand on the ultimate neighborhood decoration debate:
🎃 Team Classic: Friendly carved pumpkins, smiling ghosts, and warm orange string lights.
💀 Team Spooky: Full-blown haunted house vibes with skeletons, fog machines, and scary music.
While we try to agree on which houses in town have the best setups, our doors are open and our team is ready to walk alongside you through a busy week. No matter how you decorate your porch, our goal remains the same: handling the tricky details behind the scenes so you have one less thing to worry about. 🏢✨
Let’s settle it right here: Are you Team Classic or Team Spooky? Cast your vote in the comments below! 👇🗳️

10/23/2026

When was the last time you looked at the underside of your range hood above the stove? 🍳🫣
If you are like most of us, it is probably one of those "out of sight, out of mind" areas. But heading into the weekend, here is a quick Friday tip that handles a major hidden household hazard: cleaning your grease filters.
Every time you fry bacon, cook with oil, or sear a steak, that exhaust fan sucks up the smoke and grease. Over time, those metal mesh filters get completely clogged with a thick layer of sticky, flammable oil.
Why this matters: If a pan ever flashes on the stovetop, a clogged grease filter acts like tinder. It can easily catch fire and pull the flames right up into your wooden cabinets and drywall in a matter of seconds.
The 10-minute fix tonight: Pop the metal mesh filters out from under your hood. Submerge them in a sink full of boiling water, baking soda, and a good sq**rt of degreasing dish soap. Let them sit for 10 minutes, give them a quick scrub, rinse, and let them dry.
It is a completely free way to safeguard your kitchen and protect your hard work. Getting that grease cleared out gives your exhaust fan some serious breathing room to work efficiently, giving you one less thing to worry about the next time you cook dinner! 🧼🏡
Drop a 🫧 below if you are overdue to clean yours or share your favorite trick for tackling sticky kitchen grease in the comments! 👇