Another mega produce distribution in East Texas

LONGVIEW — Pointing out that this is Hunger Action Month, the East Texas Food Bank is holding another mega drive-thru produce distribution Friday from 8-10 a.m. at the Gregg County Fairgrounds in Longview. The events are open to anyone and there are no eligibility or paperwork requirements. These are drive-thru distributions and walk-ups will not be accepted. Multiple households can carpool. To pick up items for another household not present, a note must be provided. As the pandemic continues, food bank officials say they are still seeing an increased need for food assistance. The next distribution is Friday, September 17, at Lindsey Park in Tyler from 10 a.m. till noon.