Food Insecurity in Smith County the Focus of New Hunger Council
Children and adults are going hungry across East Texas, prompting a network of concerned medical experts and stakeholders to push for change and improved health for all. Several dozen people showed up Monday for the first meeting of the Smith County Food Security Council to share input and suggestions on how to turn things around.
(Sarah A. Miller/Tyler Morning Telegraph)
Monday’s meeting at Marvin United Methodist Church attracted representatives from nonprofits, civic organizations, churches and other groups. The overall goal of the gathering — the first of many to come — is to not just reduce hunger, but also to improve the overall health of not just children, but residents of all ages.
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Author: Jacque Hilburn-Simmons - Tyler Morning Telegraph
8/17/2018
