‘Stay-cation’ Made More Enjoyable @ Your Library!
Food Program Changes Mean More May Be Eligible
The Rye Mountain Boys perform July 23 at 7 p.m.
present a program at the Bordeaux Branch Library on Saturday, July 17 at 2 p.m. about the many exciting activities they offer for all ages— dance, You can learn how to make the most of the rain we get this summer from George Quigley, master gardener. He will talk about rain barrels and introduce a video on how to make one of your own on Saturday, July 17 at 3 p.m. at the Spring Lake Branch Library. the federal government, corporate interests, school administrations, and parents play in what ends up on children’s lunch plates. Co-sponsored by Sustainable Sandhills, this program is Tuesday, July 20 at 7 p.m. at Headquarters Library. The Rye Mountain Boys bring to life the original sounds of Bluegrass
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music during 4th Friday on July 23 at 7 p.m. at Headquarters Library. For a complete listing of all library programming, go to the library’s Web site at www.cumberland.lib.nc.us or drop by any library location.
f you’re looking for things to do close to home, your library has many free quality programs for all ages. The Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation Department will
The Food and Nutrition Services Program, formerly known as Food Stamps, is a federally funded program designed to end hunger. The so they may purchase food. There is an income limit that is based on the number of people in the household. The program looks at all income that is received in the household, but only certain income is counted is considered involves “resources” like bank accounts, vehicles, etc. A caseworker at Social Services can provide an applicant with a complete listing of what information is needed to determine eligibility. that may increase the number of people eligible for this program. The income limit for households increased at the beginning of July, and that means more people will potentially be eligible for the Food and Nutrition Services Program if their income falls below the new limits. The income limits are available at the Department of Health and Human Services web site, www.ncdhhs.gov/dss/foodstamp/index.htm. is now paperless. All required documents, including the applicant’s picture ID, is scanned into the computer at the time of the application and returned to them. The application is registered and the processing time frame begins, which is normally around 30 days. Individuals may apply at the Department of Social Services located at and the caseworker will provide a more detailed list of any other items that are required. For more information, call the DSS at 323-1540 or visit our Web site at www.ccdssnc.com or the State’s website at www.ncdhhs.gov/dss/ foodstamp/index.htm.
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n these tough economic times, food costs are on the rise and many households struggle to keep nutritiously healthy foods on hand for their families. Many people in the community are out of work,
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