SNAP, Georgia and shutdown

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Warning issued about SNAP benefits in Georgia as shutdown continues
The impact goes far beyond individual families. SNAP reduces food insecurity by around 30% — helping families afford meals that might otherwise be out of reach. The program also injects more than $3 billion per year into Georgia’s economy, supporting over 2,300 grocery stores, big box chains, specialty shops and farmers markets statewide.

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Georgia SNAP benefits ‘not available’ in November due to government shutdown
Georgia families won't receive SNAP benefits if government shutdown continues, food banks warn
Food banks brace for big crowds amid SNAP benefits suspension
Roger Goodell is defending the NFL’s decision to select Bad Bunny as the performer for the Super Bowl LX Halftime show.

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States scramble to address lapse in SNAP funding during government shutdown
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As SNAP benefits become the next shutdown casualty, food banks brace for impact
Los bancos de alimentos locales enfrentan desafíos durante el cierre del gobierno
El banco de alimentos también ha reportado un aumento en la demanda en comparación con años anteriores.

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Governor Newsom announces boost to food banks amid government shutdown
Greater Boston Food Bank bracing for impending cuts to SNAP benefits as government shutdown drags on
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Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 24-26, 2025

Celebrate the season with a weekend full of festivals, food, and family fun across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

ONE Musicfest to kick off in Atlanta. See ticket info, lineup.

New and legacy acts in urban music will entertain fans at the annual ONE Musicfest. It is a two-day event held annually in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2025, the event will be on Saturday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Oct. 26, at Piedmont Park.

Worsening drought conditions in Georgia causing dangerous fire concerns, dulls fall leaves

Because of dry conditions, gusty winds, and dry vegetation, there is an increased fire danger for much of North Georgia, including the metro Atlanta area. Burning leaves or brush of any kind is highly discouraged. Any spark could spread and lead to wildfires at any time.
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2 Georgia men tied to mafia-linked poker-rigging scheme, feds say

Two men from Georgia are among 31 people charged in what federal prosecutors call a sprawling, high-tech illegal gambling operation that stretched across the country.
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Decatur recognized as Georgia's first 'Bird City'

Decatur recently made history by becoming the first location in Georgia to earn the official “Bird City” designation. The Atlanta suburb received the title amidst the launch of “Bird City Georgia,” a statewide initiative started by the Bird City Network and led by Birds Georgia.

Georgia man brought rifle to Atlanta airport after threatening to open fire on terminal, police say

Police say a phone call from the suspect's family and the hard work of officers may have stopped the man from taking dozens of lives.

Syracuse heads back to Atlanta, this time to face Georgia Tech in ACC play

Oct 11, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) celebrates with running back Malachi Hosley (0) after a touchdown against the Virginia Tech Hokies in the first quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images / Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Georgia has a big advantage to get to Atlanta over this SEC team ranked ahead of them

While it is anyone's guess who could make it to Atlanta out of the SEC this season, the Georgia Bulldogs may get the help they need to get there from one team that is currently ranked ahead of them. Here is why Dawg Nation should be fading Texas A&M hard.
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