OSU Extension and the McAlester Public Library will partner together to bring Teen Cuisine to the library starting Jan. 2. Paula Baker, a nutrition education assistant, runs the program. Baker goes ...

SNAP benefits became a national flashpoint during the government shutdown in 2025, as millions of Americans worried about what would happen if funding stalled. For households relying on monthly ...

As Hoosiers ring in 2026, three major initiatives have been announced for the new year, two related to the SNAP program and one addressing disparities in rural health. Hoosiers who use Supplemental ...

Minnesota has launched a paid leave program that can be used for illness, family care and taking time off after having a baby. "Minnesota just launched our statewide paid leave program," Governor Tim ...

For women who want to keep working after starting their families, a universal childcare program is life-changing.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Starting next week, Medicare members who get coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield will lose their fitness benefit. For many local seniors that change could mean losing ...

Beginning in January, Iowans won't be able to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds to buy pop or candy — or certain prepared foods. Some Iowans say the rules are confusing. Iowa's food ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A new program intended to help Daytonians fix up their homes is expected to go live next year with more than $2.5 million set aside to help 80 homes across the city. Dayton’s ...

Louisiana will restrict the use of SNAP benefits for certain food items starting February 18, 2026. The new rules prohibit using SNAP funds to buy soft drinks, energy drinks, candy, gum, and mints.

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Oklahoma is delaying new restrictions that would prevent Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients from using benefits to purchase certain snack and beverage items, state officials said.