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Federal food assistance could be cut off Saturday because of the shutdown. But a federal judge could decide to take steps to ensure federal food assistance keeps flowing.
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NPR's A Martinez speaks to Democratic Gov. Matt Meyer of Delaware, who declared a state of emergency to temporarily fund SNAP benefits for his state's recipients of the federal food aid.
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With millions of Americans at risk of losing access to their federal food benefits Saturday, food banks across the country are finding ways to help those in need.
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Automakers have been paying billions of dollars in tariffs on imported cars, parts and materials. But on earnings calls this month, some carmakers reported that they're performing well anyway. -
A judge will decide whether access to SNAP benefits can be cut off, pressure increases for lawmakers to end the shutdown, what the U.S. resuming nuclear testing would mean for the country.
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Legendary Stax Musician Booker T. Jones to Perform at BPACC
Stax legend Booker T. Jones comes to Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center (BPACC) on Saturday, November 8, at 7:30 p.m.
MLGW and TVA Award $210,000 in Energy Grants to Perea Elementary
Perea Elementary has received a $210,000 grant from TVA’s School Uplift program, recognizing its efforts to reduce energy waste and improve learning environments. The program, supported by MLGW and TVA, helps schools save on energy costs and reinvest in education.
TN Politics: Loss of SNAP benefits could have major impact on Mid-South
Gov. Bill Lee initially says state won't intervene as poor Tennesseans begin first month without food assistance.
City Launches “Memphis Cares” Initiative to Help Families Hit by SNAP Cuts
The City of Memphis and local partners have launched “Memphis Cares” to support families impacted by SNAP reductions through expanded food distribution, extended service hours, and community resources.
"Requiem" by John Rutter | St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
Kacky Walton spoke with Dr. Richard Townley, choirmaster and assistant organist at St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, about John Rutter’s "Requiem," presented in commemoration of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days on Sunday, November 2, at 3:00 p.m.
Arts Agenda: Not everything is ghosts and goblins
Featured: David Onri Anderson at Sheet Cake Gallery; Vitamin String Quartet visits GPAC
Charitable Giving Through Your Estate
We asked Rob Hughes, Vice President of Development at Porter-Leath and a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, to share some tips on making charitable gifts through your estate plan.
Día de los Muertos Festival and Parade
Kacky Walton spoke with Monica Sanchez, Artistic Director of Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, and Kathy Dumlao, Director of Education at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. For the ninth year, the two organizations are partnering to present the Día de los Muertos Festival and Parade on Saturday, November 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Goodness matters
This Friday is Halloween, or more traditionally, All Hallows' Eve, the night before All Saints' Day.
Tariff Scams
This week on Protecting Your Money, host Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, explains how scammers are exploiting confusion about tariffs to send malicious texts, emails, and social media messages.