Cody D Willis

Welcome the arrival of spring! May is bursting with energy, blooming flowers, and exciting awareness themes. A Month of Awareness and Celebration!

• Mental Health Awareness Month

  • Focus on promoting mental health education and reducing stigma.

  • Fun fact: Did you know that smiling can improve your mood?

• National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

  • Celebrate staying active and healthy!

  • Engage in fun outdoor activities or join a local sports league.

• National Stroke Awareness Month

  • Learn about stroke prevention and the FAST method (Face, Arms, Speech, Time).

  • Host a community walk to raise awareness!

• National Military Appreciation Month

  • Show gratitude to our armed forces with events and parades.

  • Fun idea: Organize a community picnic to honor veterans!

National Holidays and Fun Days

• May 1: May Day

  • Celebrate spring with flowers and festivities!

  • Fun traditions: Dancing around the Maypole!

• May 4: Star Wars Day

  • “May the Fourth be with you!”

  • Dress up as your favorite Star Wars character and celebrate with movie marathons.

• May 5: Cinco de Mayo

  • Celebrate Mexican heritage with food, music, and vibrant festivities!

  • Try making homemade tacos or guacamole!

• May 8: Mother’s Day

  • A day to honor all moms and mother figures.

  • Fun ideas: Create handmade gifts or throw a brunch!

• May 20: National Rescue Dog Day

  • Celebrate and adopt rescue pets!

  • Fun activity: Volunteer at a local animal shelter or host a dog-walking event.

• May 31: Memorial Day

  • A day to honor and remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.

  • Fun family gatherings, barbecues, and parades!

    May is a vibrant month full of awareness, gratitude, and joy! I encourage everyone to participate in awareness initiatives and celebrate the holidays. Let’s make May a month to remember!

About me:

As a lane county resident for over thirty years and a Springfield High School graduate, Cody D. Willis is passionate about the state of Oregon, the city of Springfield, and the people who call this great place home. He is a husband and father of four children. "Volunteering at my local church and where my kids go to school is one of my greatest joys." Cody is a health nut who enjoys running and mountain biking. He recently ran his first 10k and looks forward to running more. With two decades of locally owned business management experience, Cody intimately understands the impact of serving and partnering alongside the local community. "My entire life has always led me toward serving and helping people. That is why I love my job as a State Farm Agent. I believe in being a true neighbor through acts of service. By helping people cover what's most important to them, I get to live that out every day." Cody proudly leads a team of professionals serving Springfield, Eugene, Creswell, and Cottage Grove. Auto, Home, Life, Health, and Business Insurance