Faith, Community and Hope Help Montana Rancher Through Cancer Fight
Mental health and physical health are deeply connected. When our bodies face serious challenges, our minds and emotions often carry a heavy burden as well. When a diagnosis is life-threatening, the stress can feel overwhelming. In those moments, faith, friendship and community support can make all the difference. Beth Blevins, Montana Farm Bureau’s District 1 […]
Beyond the Weather: Protecting the People Behind Agriculture
There is no doubt that our farmers and ranchers are some of the toughest folks out there,and I speak from experience. From drought and commodity prices to input prices and evenisolation at times, there are a vast number of stressors that our producers face each andevery day. When we look at the big picture, let’s […]
Beyond the Weather Explores Rural Life and Mental Health With Klayton Lohr
Welcome to Beyond the Weather—where the conversations go deeper than the forecast. This is a place for real stories from rural life… the humor, the challenges and the people that keep us going. Because sometimes, the most important things to talk about are not the easiest things to bring up. Courtney Obviously, we can keep […]
Breaking the Stigma: Prioritizing Mental Health in Rural Communities
Mental health is a real and growing crisis in rural communities, but its impact reaches far beyond agriculture. From small towns to large cities, mental health challenges affect people everywhere. Too often, mental health remains a taboo topic that many avoid discussing openly. In Montana’s rural communities, access to mental health professionals and services remains […]