SNAP benefits anticipated to be filled Thursday at midnight

The federal government officially reopened Wednesday evening which means SNAP recipients are on track to receive benefits with funding anticipated as soon as midnight on Thursday.KTLO News spoke with Food Bank of North Central Arkansas CEO, Jeff Quick about the food relief program coming back online.

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The programs return comes at a critical time for the food bank according to Quick.

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The last 43 days have been a testing time for the many who serve in food relief organizations and Quick says the need continues.

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Recipients should be able to see balances starting at midnight Thursday. Specifics on whether the full month of funds will be available immediately are still forthcoming.

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