Tennessee is considering a bill which would require DHS to take nearly $80 million in federal aid each year to help kids afford food in the Summer after outcry from county mayors and community members.
Tennessee kids make academic gains, but families still face financial and mental health struggles
While Tennessee students are performing better academically, many families are facing mental health struggles and rising childcare costs, according to a new state report.
NashVillager Podcast: Yes, hunger is real
Was last month’s pause in SNAP benefits just the start of ongoing problems? Plus, the local news for December 9, 2025.
Full SNAP benefits should be available to Tennesseans by Thursday
After weeks of delays, about 700,000 Tennesseans are starting to get their full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance benefits.
Empty EBT card? Nashville Farmers Market will still match your spending
Residents who have run out of money on their EBT cards can find some relief at the Nashville Farmers Market.
Food aid interruption would mean hard decisions for nearly 700K Tennesseans
The continued government shutdown could interrupt food aid for 700,000 Tennesseans, putting beneficiaries at risk of missed meals and impossible finances.
East Nashville church hosts live music event to raise food donations for school kids in need
Each year, a church in East Nashville opens its doors to local musicians who want to give back to kids facing food insecurity.
Nashville’s immigrant students fear going to school as ICE raids continue
The recent ICE raids in Nashville have left many families afraid to leave the house for even basic necessities, like taking their kids to school.
Nashville’s food systems need some fresh thinking, as local orgs reach a milestone in their 2-year visioning process
Feedback Nashville, a citywide initiative, is working to redefine the city’s food systems — a goal with no clear end in sight.
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