Federal meal funding to expire: Schools looking at what's next

Federal meal funding to expire: Schools looking at what's next

Local school districts are looking at their options as federal funding for free meals is coming to a close. The federal program is scheduled to come to a close at the end of September, according to WSBT. There are other programs in place for students ...
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