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Affordability is one of the major issues in 2026, and it has exacerbated food insecurity throughout the country and here at home in Washtenaw County. There are resources to help, but not everyone knows what is available. That is particularly true when you move beyond the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti areas. One such support service organization is the Manchester Community Resource Center. WEMU's David Fair spoke with executive director Carol Wotring about what is available and how increasing demand is impacting that part of our community.

The increased cost of living is taking a toll on many Washtenaw County families. SOS Community Services provides shelter, needed resources and food, but the need is growing. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Since reductions in federal and state assistance were announced, food donations have been pouring into SOS Community Services. But it’s still a challenge keeping up with demand. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The number of older people facing food scarcity is increasing in Washtenaw County. The Board of Commissioners is trying to help ease the burden through the Senior Millage. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

In the wake of recent actions by the Trump Administration, Washtenaw County Commissioners tonight will vote to allocate funds from the Older Persons’ Millage for local food programs. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Today is the deadline for the Trump administration to update a federal judge who last week ruled that the Agriculture Department must release Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Planned bills in the Michigan House could allow food assistance payments to continue in the state despite the federal government shutdown. Colin Jackson has more.

Eastern Michigan University students are expected to experience higher levels of food insecurity after SNAP benefits are put on hold beginning November 1. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Washtenaw County residents who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for food are expecting a possible interruption in payouts if the federal shutdown continues into November. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Michigan 6th District Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says passage of the Republicans’ reconciliation of President Trump’s "big, beautiful bill" is dangerous and will have detrimental effects across Michigan. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.