TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Some East Texans are days away from losing benefits they rely on for food.

With the government shutdown stretching into its fourth week, next month’s SNAP benefits may not go out.

Now, many Americans are looking for ways to stretch the benefits they have left.

For East Texans, they are finding new ways to make ends meet as they prepare for the worst.

“I might not have food stamps next month, which is going to hurt me big time,” says 62-year-old Brenda Lawson who is one of thousands of SNAP recipients in East Texas.

“That’s what helps me get by each month,” says Lawson.

Lawson receives $113 monthly in SNAP benefits. She says it’s a struggle to make ends meet sometimes since she’s disabled.

“I’m unable to work,” says Lawson. I have difficulties walking....I’ve ha

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