GREAT FALLS As the partial federal government shutdown continues into its 30th day, some families in Great Falls are increasingly concerned about how they will put food on the table. According to the US Department of Agriculture, if the shutdown continues into November, the government will be unable to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps.

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The agency says the typical monthly SNAP payout ranges from $170 to $200 per person, which is loaded onto Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards used to buy groceries.

Great Falls Public Schools said in a news release on Friday: "Many folks have asked how to support GFPS families in need ~ every school has a food pantry and they appreciate any food donations. Ho

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