Life should be more than just work and bills.

A thriving rural economy requires more than just jobs—it requires a community where people want to live, play, and raise their families.

I believe that investing in our local parks, community celebrations, and supporting local events, are vital pieces of economic development. Fun is economic development.

In rural communities, non-profits, churches, and charities, do amazing work. They fill the gaps that neither government nor private businesses can manage. We must find every opportunity to support these vital local groups.