Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
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💼 Business
DoorDash and Gopuff will offer free meals, grocery credits, and waived fees to SNAP recipients starting Nov.
1 to help low-income Arizonans amid the federal shutdown that may cut food benefits. Gopuff will provide two $25 credits at separate times while DoorDash will waive fees for up to 300,000 orders and donate meals—steps intended to fill the gap in federal assistance.
🎓 Education
Maricopa students and their families can lower college costs by applying for scholarships and grants through programs such as Arizona Promise + AzLEAP.
They are urged to complete the FAFSA, use resources like College Depot at the Burton Barr Library, and meet school deadlines for the best chance at receiving aid.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced $1.8 million to help hundreds of thousands of Maricopa residents facing a planned SNAP shutdown — the funding marks her first step to ease financial hardships for those affected.
The allocated funds aim to provide critical early relief as the support process unfolds.
🎉 Maricopa Events
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Nissan Pop-up Dealership Event
10 a.m. — Duke's Roadhouse — Free entry — Experience the thrill of test drives and enjoy live music with food at Nissan's first-ever pop-up dealership.
🏠 Maricopa Real Estate
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