With the government shutdown on its 29th day and with the lapse in SNAP benefits days away — and no sign of a deal on the horizon in Washington, D.C. — the Helena Food Share, which serves the tri-county area, set up a new webpage providing resources and information for people affected by both matters.

According to the Trump administration, funding will run out for the food assistance program that is relied upon by 42 million Americans to supplement their grocery bills.

Many Montana families are beginning to feel the strain as the government shutdown stretches into another week, especially those relying on federal nutrition programs.

Families across North Carolina who rely on SNAP benefits could soon face a tough month ahead.