Hunger crisis in Virginia: Report shows 93% increase in food insecurity since 2021 Ian Price January 9, 2025 1 minute 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. Share: Post navigation 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 Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026