Food Insecurity

The Missouri Department of Social Services applied last year for federal permission to prohibit purchases of candy, prepared desserts and sugary drinks with SNAP and SuN Bucks. But supermarkets aren't yet clear what qualifies.

From opened her business, A Bit of Leaven Artisanal Bakery & School, Oct. 1, 2024. In her custom bakery haven, she focuses a lot of time making sourdough bread and croissants. She also bakes other products like biscotti and scones, and offers monthly classes where she teaches visitors how to make a variety of her products as well.