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Eligibility expands for North Dakota WIC program

May 24, 2021

TJ Nelson,

FARGO (KVRR) – More women and children will soon be eligible for the WIC program in North Dakota. The income eligibility guidelines have been adjusted based on federal poverty levels. Beginning June 1st, a family of four can earn up to four thousand 86 dollars a month or a little over 49 thousand dollars annually. WIC has provided food assistance to…

North Dakota WIC announces new eligibility income levels

June 11, 2020

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NORTH DAKOTA–The North Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children has announced new eligibility income levels. The amount of income a family can make and still qualify for WIC services has increased. A family of four can earn up to $4,040 each month and continue to receive WIC services. Director for WIC Colleen Pearce said, “Thank you…

North Dakota WIC to Allow Virtual Authorizations and Appointments

WIC helps working and non-working families, including those recently unemployed.

April 17, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–North Dakota WIC continues to be open and offering services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States Department of Agriculture has allowed temporary changes to the program to allow for WIC authorizations, appointments and applications to be done remotely. The temporary changes also allow certain hard-to-find food items such as milk, eggs or bread to be substituted for other…

Fergus Falls Community Garden Committed to Making Region Healthier

Lakes Region Takes Root in Fergus Falls Has a Mission To Provide Healthy Options To Those in Need

June 20, 2017

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Community gardens are popular in our region because they offer people a chance to socialize with others while learning how to garden fresh produce. One community garden in Fergus Falls is offering that and more. Five years ago, Jason Bergstrand had the idea of a community garden that would help improve access to healthy food throughout Otter…