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Many local organizations have planned Thanksgiving meal giveaways to combat food insecurity here in Hampton Roads.

Virginia has a food insecurity rate of 12.1%, according to Feeding America. Tribulations regarding food access was mired by the government shutdown and resulting disruption to SNAP benefits.

In Norfolk, from noon to 3 p.m., join WNSB Hot 91 at Martin's Soulfood for a free dine-in meal. This giveaway will be done on a first-come first-serve basis. In Virginia Beach, from noon to 3 p.m., Village Church will offer dine-in or take-out Thanksgiving meals. Request the meal by texting or calling (757) 450-8368.

Based in Chesapeake, Buffalow Family and Friends Community Days prepares

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