MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) — As the federal government shutdown stretches into its 32nd day, millions of Americans have lost access to SNAP benefits — and the uncertainty has left many struggling to put food on the table.

While two federal judges have ordered the government to use emergency funds to provide at least partial food stamp benefits, those rulings have yet to bring relief to many families.

Here in Montgomery, one small business owner is stepping in to help.

Maegan Thompson, owner of The Bad Batch, a local bakery, has transformed part of her business into an in-home pantry to help feed people in the River Region affected by the loss of SNAP benefits.

Thompson repurposed lockers and coolers to hold food for distribution and has been collecting donations from the community. She’s

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