Local business provides free meals to those on SNAP benefits

GIBSONBURG, Ohio (WTVG) – New federal food assistance ran out Saturday for more than 40 million Americans who get SNAP benefits as the government shutdown stretches into a new month. One local business is stepping up to provide meals for families who rely on SNAP to eat.

Those that run the Hungry Bear Diner in Gibsonburg say they’re not doing this for any publicity, but rather just to be a helping hand in a time of need.

“It makes me feel like I don’t have to worry so much,” said Gibsonburg resident Roxanne Torres…

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