Changes to food stamp distribution because of shutdown stretch some families' budgets, supplies - Gainesville Times

By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.

Changes to food stamp distribution because of shutdown stretch some families' budgets, supplies

Food stamp recipients in Georgia have had to budget their benefits in unique ways since the beginning of the year as a result of the 35-day federal government shutdown between Dec. 22, 2018, and Jan. 25, 2019. - photo by Joshua Silavent

02262019 SNAP 1.jpg — Food stamp recipients in Georgia have had to budget their benefits in unique ways since the beginning of the year as a result of the 35-day federal government shutdown between Dec. 22, 2018, and Jan. 25, 2019. - photo by Joshua Silavent

Food stamp recipients in Georgia have had to budget their benefits in unique ways since the beginning of the year as a result of the 35-day federal government shutdown between Dec. 22, 2018, and Jan. 25, 2019.