SNAP bans on soda to take effect in five states

Starting today, several states are officially implementing SNAP bans on soda and candy. This is part of a sweeping national health initiative. This significant shift in federal policy means SNAP bans on soda and other non-nutritious items will begin. It will reshape the grocery experience for millions of Americans. Starting New Year’s Day 2026, the…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 1, 20260Comments

Woman shopping for groceries as SNAP benefits face uncertainty during the 2025 government shutdown in Cincinnati

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SNAP Benefits at Risk: Government Shutdown Could Halt November Payments

As the federal government shutdown enters its fifth week, millions of Americans—including tens of thousands across Greater Cincinnati—face the possibility that November SNAP benefits may not be issued. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), used carryover funds to cover October payments, but officials say those funds are…