As previously reported, the USDA has approved the purchasing of groceries online with SNAP benefits. Currently, the largest retailers utilizing this feature are Walmart and Amazon. North Carolinians currently receiving SNAP benefits now have the option to make grocery purchases online. We’ve explored how online shopping works at Walmart so you can know what to[…] Read More

Looking for an interesting way to spice up your favorite snack? Try different seasonings! Popcorn is a snack time favorite and can served in a variety of ways to satisfy your taste buds. Why not experiment with different seasoning selections until you find the perfect one. Popcorn seasoning can be added to pre-made bagged popcorn,[…] Read More

With our children home from school, our time is divided across many tasks.  Finding time to prepare meals can be more challenging than normal. Now is the perfect time to start preparing those pre-made meals your little ones can easily reheat themselves or can be placed in a crockpot for ease of serving. Making and[…] Read More

As previously reported, North Carolina has been approved for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program. This program intends to provide extra help buying groceries for the families whose children normally receive free and reduced lunch at school. The P-EBT supplement will be deposited in two installments and similar to typical SNAP benefits, unused benefits will roll[…] Read More

With school being out for the remainder of the academic year and limited activities taking place, our children are starting to feel the effects of Cabin Fever. Once the online course work is complete, even a walk outside can start to feel repetitive. Finding creative ways to cope with being indoors can be a challenge.[…] Read More