ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Buncombe County officials outlined Thursday how they are responding to disruptions in federal food and nutrition programs caused by the ongoing government shutdown.
During a virtual briefing, county leaders emphasized efforts to maintain essential services while supporting residents affected by delays in programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP).
“Buncombe County remains focused on mitigating the impact of the federal government shutdown on individuals and families,” County Health and Human Services Director David Sweat said. “Our teams across departments have been working to ensure we can continue meeting our communities’ needs, communicate timely updates and coordinate with state and federal partners, as well as our private partners in the town.”…