FOOD BANKS

Nov 16 2025COMMUNITY

Snap a Pic, Help a Neighbor: Photo Studios Team Up for Food Drive

Four local photography studios are joining forces to make a difference. Jerome Pollos Photography, Franklin Photography, BC Photography, and Crystal Madsen Photography are hosting a special event. On November 18th, they will be offering headshot sessions. But there's a catch: instead of paying cash, participants are asked to bring 10 nonperishable food items. These i...

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

Food Banks Brace for Storm as Snap Benefits Face Uncertainty

Food banks across the country are preparing for a surge in demand as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Snap) faces a potential cutoff. The federal government shutdown, now in its second month, has created a lot of uncertainty. The Trump administration announced that Snap, which helps around 42 million people afford food each month, will run out of fundin...

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Oct 27 2025POLITICS

Feeding America's Hungry: The Looming Crisis

Food banks in the U. S. are already struggling to meet the needs of those facing hunger. Rising food costs have pushed more people to seek help. Now, with federal funding for the SNAP program set to run out, the situation is about to get worse. The SNAP program, which helps about 42 million Americans put food on the table, is at risk. The federal government shutdown...

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Food Banks Face Tough Times as Government Shutdown Hits

Food banks across the country are preparing for a tough time ahead. The government shutdown has put nearly 300, 000 people in West Virginia at risk of missing their November SNAP benefits. This is a big deal because SNAP helps over 41 million Americans put food on the table. The shutdown is not the only problem. Food banks have been struggling for years. More people...

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Oct 19 2025LIFESTYLE

Medina's Generous Gesture to Local Food Banks

In Medina, Ohio, a recent decision by the city's finance committee has sparked interest. They've agreed to give $2, 000 to a local nonprofit called Farms and Hunters Feeding the Hungry. This group is based in Wayne County and focuses on processing donated deer meat for food banks. The city's archery program has been part of this initiative. Two deer, harvested throu...

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