Food insecurity in Jackson County is on the rise

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week runs from Nov. 16 to 22 this year. Here is what hunger looks like in Jackson County. Feeding America creates yearly reports on food insecurity. The 2025 data set covers the years 2019 to 2023. The report breaks down statistics by county, state and congressional district.  In Jackson County, approximately 7,430 people faced food insecurity […]

Food and toiletries drive collects goods for local pantries

The Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning is hosting a food and toiletries drive through the end of November, just in time for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week that runs from Nov. 16 to Nov. 22.   With the holidays approaching, CCESL associate director Natalie Newman, who is overseeing the drive, says it is […]