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Food stamp use among Utahns continues to swellSalt Lake TribuneThe number of Utahns relying on food stamps to feed their families continues to climb to record-breaking totals. In June, 83385 households received food … More: continued here

Second-hand stamps will help Blickling Hall garden growNorfolk Eastern Daily PressDavid Musson casting his eyes over some of the stamps recently donated to Blickling Hall's new second-hand stamp shop. Photograph by Paul Bailey. The humble stamp is being harnessed by National Trust volunteers in north Norfolk to bring a historic …and more » More: continued here

The Guardian Revised gov't estimates show new poverty highCBS NewsThat is due to an increase in the poverty rate for Hispanics under the new measure because of lower participation of immigrants and non-English speakers in government aid programs such as housing and food stamps. Due to new adjustments for geographical …New poverty estimates could help…

Tallahassee: Food stamp needs growSun-Sentinel.com, FLAs the economy tanks, the number of families relying on food stamps for their next meal is rising nationally. Florida has seen the biggest jump, with a 29 percent increase. More than 408835 new recipients were added to Florida's list in the past year, … More: continued here

Food stamp use upMonessen Valley IndependentWhile the working, single mother of two hates the idea of using food stamps, she knows they make a …and more » More: continued here

KOAT Albuquerque Bishops criticize New Mexico plan on food stampsKOAT AlbuquerqueRoman Catholic bishops are criticizing the plan of Gov. Susana Martinez's administration to again impose work-related requirements on some low-income New Mexicans trying to qualify for food stamps. Bishops Sheehan of the Santa Fe Diocese, James Wall …NM bishops criticize food stamp ruleAlbuquerque Journalall 7 news…