Michelle Morford - Country Financial

The 2026 U.S. fire season is off to an unusually early and intense start, with nearly 2 million acres burned by late April and forecasts predicting 5.5 to 8 million acres could burn nationwide.

Simple home hardening recommendations from state fire experts:

• Space trees and prune them to prevent fire from climbing up them and onto structures.
• Remove leaves, pine needles, mulch and other debris within 100 feet of structures or up to the property line.
• Clean roofs and gutters.
• Move combustible materials like mulch and firewood away from structures.
• Trim dead material from plants and trees, especially near the house.
• Do not plant directly under eaves. Leave at least a five-foot buffer between plants and structures.

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Don't invite a break in - put your mail on hold before you go on vacation

Call me today if you have removed and replaced 100% of your roof within the last 10 years and ask about other discounts that are available for homeowners! 541-928-1929!

In our most recent Market & Economic Outlook, the team looks at a period shaped by:
➡️ War in the Middle East
➡️ Higher oil prices
➡️Changing interest rate expectations
➡️Market ups and downs.

Even so, the markets have held up better than many might expect.
🔗 Read the full outlook here: https://cfin.us/3RiNfDU

"Spring Activity Wednesday"

Enjoy a River Cruise:

Whether you're sailing along the River Thames in London or The River Severn in Shropshire, scenic cruises are a wonderful way to take in the sights while soaking in the beauty of Spring.

Travel worry-free. Your home and car insurance may cover roadside help, rental cars, guest drivers and theft or damage away from home. See the details here and call me to talk about your home and car insurance coverage. 541-928-1929!

We 💚supporting (and insuring) small businesses and here’s why:
• Small businesses make our community unique and boost our local economy.
• They showcase the local expertise, focus and commitment to our community’s residents; that’s why I specialize in providing customized protection with small business insurance.
• As a COUNTRY Financial rep, I’m a small business owner, too, so I understand the challenges and needs of small business owners in our community.

I know our local small business owners are in a constant balancing act to make sure their business succeeds. That’s why this Small Business Appreciation Month I thank you for the dedication you bring to your community every day.

Happy Small Business Appreciation Month!
If you’re running a small business, and you need an insurance checkup, let’s chat! 541-928-1929
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Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will be back open tomorrow.