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Texas SNAP Payments Up to $1,751: Final September Distribution and October Increases

28Sep

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Texas SNAP Payments Up to $1,751: Final September Distribution and October Increases

In Texas, recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are set to receive their final payments for September. While many have already accessed their benefits, the remaining disbursements will be processed from September 26 through September 28, depending on the recipient’s Eligibility Determination Group (EDG). Texas SNAP Payment Schedule for September The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that the last round of SNAP benefits will be issued to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards based on the final digits of a recipient's EDG number. For example, beneficiaries with EDG numbers ending in 35-38 and 89-92 can expect their payments on September 26, while others with different EDG endings will receive theirs on September 27 or 28. The dist...

Macy’s 98th Thanksgiving Parade: A Star-Studded Spectacle to Remember

This year marks the 98th edition of the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, set to take place on November 28, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. The 2.5-mile route stretches from West 77th Street and Central Park West to Macy's Herald Square, offering prime viewing spots along Central Park West and 6th Avenue. Exciting Performances and New Additions The 2024 parade promises to be a grand event with performances from music groups, Broadway stars, and various celebrities. It will be broadcast live nationwide on NBC-TV and streamed on Peacock, allowing millions to join in on the festivities from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Among the exciting new additions to this year’s lineup are balloons featuring beloved characters like Extraordinary Noorah, Marshall from PAW Patrol, Dora, and the debut float from the...

NYCHA’s New Trash Terminal Aims to Eliminate Rats and Pests

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) recently unveiled a state-of-the-art trash disposal system designed to reduce rodent infestations and other pest issues at the Polo Grounds Towers in Upper Manhattan. The $31 million vacuum-powered trash terminal, which has been in the works since 2021, is expected to make a significant difference in waste management at the 60-year-old residential complex. Innovative Trash Disposal System The new system, designed by Trans-Vac, utilizes powerful 150-horsepower fans that suck trash through 20-inch steel pipes from each of the four 31-story buildings. Garbage will travel underground at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour, making the process both efficient and hygienic. This system will handle about 30 tons of trash per week, directly transportin...