food insecurity

The federal funds released by the Ohio Controlling Board will be used by the state's food banks to buy dairy products, eggs and chicken — the prices of which have been soaring.

Ohio's food banks have asked for $50 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds, saying the situation is "severe."

The leader of a statewide food banks association says the need is up and donations are down as inflation shrinks food supply.

Many college campuses throughout the state have created food pantries for their students. And students might qualify for food stamp benefits as well…