The Central Texas Food Bank facility set to open in early June will help stock area pantries while preparing hot meals and offering job training.
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School struggles, data centers, downtown visions and more: Six storylines we’re following in ’26
Amid optimism about Waco’s growth and opportunities, some worry about school takeovers and cuts to social safety net services.
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Photo essay: Experiencing the wonder and welcome of Waco in 2025
Night swimming, punk rock shows, polka madness and dinnertime with a family are among the indelible memories of the Bridge’s photojournalist in his first year getting to know Waco.
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The SNAP crisis is over but Waco’s food needs remain. Here’s how to help
Local charities need people to volunteer at Thanksgiving dinners, give to the Food for Families drive or send money to restock shelves.
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Waco community rallies to help as SNAP users wait for funds to flow
Some 32,000 McLennan County residents who depend on SNAP food aid are awaiting answers about when the benefits will be restored. Meanwhlie, the community is stepping up.
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The SNAP cutoff will hit Waco harder than most communities. Food banks are already feeling the heat
Charities are seeing a wave of clients seeking groceries ahead of the Saturday suspension of federal food benefits due to the government shutdown. Waco has a high food insecurity rate already, and two-thirds of SNAP recipients here are children or seniors.
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The federal shutdown will halt November SNAP benefits. Here’s what you need to know.
More than 3.5 million low-income Texans, including 34,000 in McLennan County alone, receive payments from the federal food program each month.
