The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has ordered a pause on all November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. November SNAP benefits will not be issued unless the USDA lifts the suspension in the coming days.
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) currently serves more than 33,000 households receiving Food and Nutrition Services (SNAP) benefits. While October benefits have been distributed, the USDA’s suspension affects only November benefits at this time.
Despite the suspension, current SNAP benefits remain accessible and can be used with EBT cards at authorized retailers and grocers throughout North Carolina. The EBT balances can be checked using the EBT Edge app or the number on the back of the card. Residents are encouraged to continue applying for assistance online at epass.nc.gov or in person at DSS, located at 1225 Ramsey St. in Fayetteville.
County officials emphasize that services remain fully operational, and resources are available to support residents who may be affected. The County continues to coordinate across departments and with state and local partners to monitor critical services, including food assistance, mental health support, transportation and shelter resources.
Even with the suspension of November benefits, all SNAP recipients must follow standard reporting requirements, including completing recertifications on schedule. DSS remains open and continues to process new SNAP applications, recertifications and change reports.
For more information about Cumberland County, visit cumberlandcountync.gov or follow the County on social media @CCNCGov.
On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri
This is the fourth year that ETI has hosted the event, and in years past Freeman has seen a host of innovative technology, including various drone types and programming, robotic dogs, 3D printed houses, and airspace scanners. Photo provided by USSOCO
Crystal McLean (left) with Scott Embry (right). Money Box Academy received a $10,000 grant from United Way of Cumberland County’s Youth Growth Stock Trust. Photos provided by Crystal McLean.The Youth Growth Stock Trust Committee, administered by the
