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'Sometimes you do need resources': College students turn to food pantries
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jorge Vela , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway New data indicates a rise in Texas' food insecurity rate, with further information available from Feeding America.
Food insecurity is on the rise in Texas, affecting various groups including college students in the Rio Grande Valley. The increasing costs of groceries and gas are contributing factors to this issue. New data indicates a rise in Texas' food insecurity rate, with further information available from Feeding America.
For those seeking more details on this issue and its impact on the local community, additional information can be found through ValleyCentral, a local news source in McAllen , Texas.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? Food insecurity is on the rise in Texas, affecting various groups including college students in the Rio Grande Valley. The increasing costs of groceries and gas are contributing factors to this…
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