Neighborhood reporter Chance Vincent speaks with Michelle Boudreau about the surge of food drives taking shape across the region. In “Emergency Food Distribution Efforts,” community leaders and volunteers organize rapid responses to increased food insecurity following recent SNAP cuts. With calls for assistance coming in from eight counties, including Kalamazoo, emergency distribution sites are being set up to ensure families aren’t left without support. The story highlights how volunteers from across the community step forward to meet the rising need, underscoring the vital role of local action during times of crisis.