Hunger crisis in Virginia: Report shows 93% increase in food insecurity since 2021 Ian Price January 9, 2025 1 min read The annual Hunger Atlas Report by the nonprofit group Hunger Free America says more than 700,000 Virginia residents did not have enough to eat over two one-week periods in August and September of 2024. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. About the Author Ian Price Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: A new name for United Way of Roanoke Valley: United Way of Virginia’s Blue RidgeNext: 58 years of family fun as the rodeo returns to Salem Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025