Mental Health Awareness Month is very timely this year Gene Marrano May 15, 2020 1 minute read MGN May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Its an especially trying time right now for those dealing with depression, substance abuse or other issues – but help is still available. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: First Martinsville nighttime cup race set for June — but no fansNext: Barber shops, hair salons will look and feel different as they reopen Related Stories Roanoke’s Harrison Museum of African American Culture Announces New Exhibit: Un/Bound Emma Thomas July 27, 2026 New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026