Las Vegas Unites: Food Banks Step Up as Government Shutdown Halts SNAP BenefitsIn the face of a government shutdown, Las Vegas families wake up to a tough reality - no SNAP benefits, leaving hundreds of thousands unsure of how to afford groceries. Food banks like Three Square spring into action, organizing emergency food distributions at the Thomas and Mack Center. Volunteers, many from UNLV, hand out food to at least a thousand families, with each receiving enough to feed them for a week. As the shutdown continues, demand for food banks' services surges, and community leaders warn of ripple effects, with UNLV students also struggling to eat. Despite the challenges, Las Vegas shows remarkable solidarity, with volunteers and organizations working overtime to care for neighbors in need.
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