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04/24/2026

Stories for Action is honored to have been a part of producing this series. This video series highlights some of the top tier “cares” of mine; youth, rural communities, locally-led approaches, and food systems.

Montana Partnership to End Childhood Hunger does incredible work across the state to support a variety of locally-led programs that connect Montana kids with food that is nutritious & often locally sourced.

As they see the needs on the ground, MT PECH aims to shift the narrative…that barriers to nutrition security are not just about a lack of food. With busy lives, processed and nutrient-lacking foods make up increasing portions of our diets. As a working mom I get it, I rely on it too. Also, for rural communities far from food delivery hubs, access to fresh foods can be limited.

This video series highlights local efforts in rural communities that aim to overcome these barriers. Free cooking classes to teach adults and kids how to make nutritious meals that are simple & inexpensive. Incredible school Kitchen Staff who are going above and beyond to ensure their students have nutritious meals, sourcing local ingredients when possible…and create a joyful lunch environment for all kiddos. School programs that train students in the kitchen on food preparation, giving them life skills for personal and professional success. Lives changed because a parent can provide their kids with healthy food, or because a child had the positive experience and connection in the lunchroom that they needed that day. The local work that happens around food touches every aspect of our lives…it is what creates the strong communities that we all strive for.

The six videos in the series will be available starting on Monday April 27th, on MT PECH’s YouTube Channel and at www.mtpech.org. Thank you to them for bringing us on to share these stories, and to Headwaters Foundation for supporting the production of the series (and for supporting MT PECH’s work as well).

I’ll share my own insights to each story as they release, as I thoroughly enjoyed & was inspired by connecting with these local food leaders around Montana. True community heroes in my book. 💪

Hinsdale Public Schools
Nkwusm - Salish Language School
Fairview Public Schools
Two Eagle River High School
MSU Extension
Pondera County Insurance
Montana State University Extension Pondera County

04/23/2026

White clover was once intentionally included in American lawns—and for good reason. It did more than fill space. It fed bees, improved soil health, and stayed green when many grasses struggled.

Here’s the key detail: clover wasn’t added just for appearance. As a legume, it forms a partnership with soil bacteria to pull nitrogen from the air and convert it into a usable form. This naturally enriches the soil and can reduce the need for added fertilizer—while also benefiting nearby grass.

Its small white flowers provide a steady source of nectar for bees, turning everyday yards into valuable pollinator habitat. And during heat or dry spells, clover often stays greener longer than many common turf grasses, especially in low-fertility soils.

That said, clover isn’t a perfect replacement for grass in every situation. It doesn’t tolerate heavy foot traffic as well as some turf species, and its performance can vary depending on climate and soil conditions. Still, in mixed lawns, it can improve resilience and reduce maintenance needs.

This all began to change in the 1950s with the rise of selective herbicides. Because clover is a broadleaf plant, it became an easy target. As the idea of a uniform, weed-free lawn took hold, clover was gradually rebranded—from a useful component to something people were taught to remove.

What remains is an ironic reversal. The plant many homeowners now try to eliminate was once part of what helped lawns thrive.

It was never out of place.
It was simply doing a job grass alone couldn’t do as efficiently.

Best Practices: Asking the customers and employees.
04/23/2026

Best Practices: Asking the customers and employees.

Wisconsin remodel offers an upgraded shopping experience with added convenience and selection

https://www.relocalize.com/
04/23/2026

https://www.relocalize.com/

Packaged ice, cold packs, and beverages made directly at distribution centers. Eliminate middle-mile trucking, emissions, and extra costs.

https://innerfire.us
04/23/2026

https://innerfire.us

Inner Fire is a proactive, healing community offering a choice for people to recover from debilitating and traumatic life challenges without the use of psychotropic medications.

A Holistic Surgeon 🩺 You'll want to put this on your list of who to call.
04/22/2026

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Empowering The Patient's Surgical Experience with a holistic healing plan and support.

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