Due to residents who rely on federal SNAP aid impacted by the federal shutdown, Lakewood yesterday (Nov. 10) announced a citywide relief program.

As SNAP benefits remain in limbo and Congress moves to end the shutdown, Sacramento County and local groups continue efforts to feed families in need.

The shutdown brought the scale of the federal food aid program into focus and raised questions about how such a rich country could have so many people on nutrition assistance.

Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo’s special session proclamation would need to include language allowing the Legislature to take such action.

With Indiana preparing to issue only partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Gary Mayor Eddie Melton announced Monday a sweeping local relief effort to protect families from going hungry.