Federal funding cuts have forced Second Harvest Food Bank to make tough decisions, including laying off staff. The food bank, which serves 436,000 people across 23 parishes in Louisiana, has been hit hard by budget and food supply reductions. Just this week, eight employees were laid off from its Lafayette and Lake Charles facilities. Paul Scelfo, regional director of Second Harvest, confirmed the challenges they are facing. Despite these setbacks, Second Harvest remains committed to its mission. The food bank is grappling with a $9.4 million reduction in funding, which has impacted both its financial and food resources…