MDHHS says its SNAP EBT vendor will start issuing full November benefits to recipients once it receives funding, following a federal judge's order Thursday requiring the USDA to restore full benefits.

Michigan lawmakers aren’t ruling out further food aid dollars as the federal government resumes issuing partial SNAP benefits Saturday.

SNAP recipients who may have questions are encouraged to contact their local MDHHS office or check MI Bridges for updates.

MDHHS says recipients who normally get benefits on the 3rd, 5th or 7th will receive partial payments Saturday, while others get reduced benefits on regular dates. Click to learn more.

State representatives joined volunteers to prepare Pop-Tarts and non-perishables as calls for help have nearly doubled at local food banks.

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Food pantries and food banks are starting to get increases that, quite frankly, are not sustainable long term.”

The organization typically serves 55 families each week, meaning they had to expand their operations quickly. Thankfully, the community stepped up, too.