Plus, recent cuts to SNAP in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are expected to draw more people to local food banks.

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The 2025-26 school year begins on Aug. 7, and families that are unable to pay for breakfast and lunch meals at school – or do not attend a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school – can now apply ...