JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - More than 40 million Americans could lose access to federal food assistance on November 1, 2025, if the government shutdown continues.

In Jackson, city leaders and other partners are launching an emergency initiative to protect local food security for thousands of families.

During a news conference on October 31, 2025, Jackson Mayor John Horhn will outline plans to identify city resources for immediate distribution through the Community Foundation of Mississippi and the Mississippi Food Network.

The funds will help support Jackson Public Schools (JPS) in serving meals to students and parents, expand its Supper Meal Program and support additional food relief efforts for adults and families affected by the loss of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) be

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