Hidalgo County judge rallies community leaders to tackle hunger across the Rio Grande Valley
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Hidalgo County is addressing food insecurity in the Rio Grande Valley, with Judge Richard Cortez leading the initiative. He is uniting nonprofits, food banks, and health clinics to identify the causes of hunger in the region, where nearly 25% of residents face food insecurity, according to Feeding America. Cortez emphasized the importance of community involvement, stating, "We can't help if we don't know who you are." A free event titled "Hunger in the RGV: A Call to Action" will take place on September 3, 2026, at the Weslaco South Texas College campus, where attendees can learn more about the issue and upcoming changes to SNAP benefits.
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