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Proposed federal SNAP cuts could reshape how over 800,000 Louisiana residents buy groceries—and put pressure on stores, local economies, and family budgets statewide.

Louisiana families that receive SNAP Benefits might soon notice their purchasing power has changed and some items will no longer be included under the program.

Louisiana families will want to double check their SNAP/EBT Card today. Major changes in the program could affect your purchasing power as you feed your family.

It appears that for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, Louisiana will not participate in a summer feeding program that helps the poor.

More than 130,000 Louisiana families will see their SNAP benefits decrease in January, according to the Department of Children and Family Services.

Those who receive SNAP benefits in Louisiana are now getting a little bit more to spend on healthier food choices as of October 1st.

If you qualify for SNAP, Medicaid, or unemployment benefits you might be eligible for free internet service on your smartphone.

The benefits will go up by about 15 percent.

On April 1, Louisiana's new food stamp work rule goes into effect and is expected to impact 31,000 residents.

Due to an as of now an unidentified technical issue, all Louisiana State government network traffic has been shut down throughout state offices.

The best way to pre-register is online at www.dcfs.la.gov/preregister, or you can call 1-888-LAHELP-U (1-888-524-3578).

Because of the recent flooding the state of Louisiana has authorized emergency food and grocery benefits for those affected by the high water.

The plaintiffs are seeking to stop the new requirements and are asking to get the case certified as a class-action lawsuit.

My Snapchat obsession is about to reach an all time high thanks to the new update. I mean, come on, who doesn't want to take snaps of themselves puking rainbows?

SNAP will host their annual 'Splash Bash' at New Iberia City Park this Saturday, May 23. Come out and support this wonderful local organization.

An App that gives you money, that's what I'm talking about! : )

Wow, a crazy video hits the internet and news sites as an Australia tourist's bungee cord snaps 365 feet above Africa's World Famous Victoria Falls! Erin Langworthy managed to swim to safety with her legs tied and a broken collarbone when she hit the Zambezi River on December 31.