Federal Government Shutdown Updates

Local Impacts & What You Need to Know

This page provides updates regarding impacts/potential impacts of the Federal Government Shutdown on Forsyth County operations and services.  Please check back regularly as information will be posted as it is available. 

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Oct. 24, 2025
A Federal Government Shutdown Update was provided at the October 23rd Board of County Commissioners meeting. You can view the presentation at the link below:

Soon after the presentation, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced that funding has been secured for both food and administrative WIC operations into November. Specifically, funding for WIC is expected to be available at least through November 15th. State and USDA partners continue to seek funding to sustain operations beyond that date.

Residents seeking food and nutrition assistance can use the following resources to locate help nearby. Please call ahead to confirm days//hours of operation and availability for new participants.

NC 211
Forsyth County Community Resources and Assets
Find Help | Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC
Older adults can call Senior Services help line at (336) 724-2040

Please check back regularly as information will be posted as it is available.

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Oct. 20, 2025
Federal Government Shutdown may affect FNS benefits
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has received a letter from the federal government saying that November food (FNS) benefits might be delayed or changed if the government shutdown continues.

Right now, we don’t know exactly what will happen, but it could mean your benefits come later than usual or the amount might be different.

We know these benefits are very important to you and your family. We will share updates as soon as we get more information. You can check your balance by using the ebtEDGE app or calling the number on the back of your EBT card.

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Oct. 10, 2025
WIC Services Continue in Forsyth County
The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program continues to operate in Forsyth County without interruption. Forsyth County residents are encouraged to continue using their benefits, attending scheduled appointments, and accessing WIC services as usual. Individuals who have questions about WIC or are interested in applying for benefits may contact the program directly:

(336) 703-3336 (English)
(336) 703-3370 (Spanish)