Use of SNAP/Food Stamps on the rise in Texas (North Channel Sentinel)
Thousands of Texans are struggling during current tough economic times and are turning to SNAP/Food Stamps in record numbers. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, SNAP/Food Stamp participation increased in Texas from 2,683,648 to 2,952,749 from August 2008 to September 2008. As times grow tighter for Texas families, it is likely that participation will…