**Summary:**The Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada's WIC program, serving twenty-eight tribal communities and over five hundred recipients, is at risk due to the ongoing government shutdown. With funds dwindling and offices temporarily closed, program director Blanca Plascencia-Reyna warns of potential staff layoffs and disrupted services. The program, crucial for families facing food access challenges, relies on emergency funding from the USDA to continue operations. Despite the uncertainty, the team remains committed to supporting their community, partnering with organizations like Three Square Food Bank to ensure no one goes without.

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