Questions, concerns cloud Nebraska SNAP food benefits, despite judge’s order

Questions, concerns cloud Nebraska SNAP food benefits, despite judge’s order

A “SNAP welcomed here” sign is seen at the entrance to a Big Lots store in Portland, Oregon. (Getty Images)LINCOLN — Nebraska food pantries and anti-hunger advocates were somewhat relieved but racked with questions and concerns this week after learning that, despite the federal government shutdown, about half of November public grocery benefits are expected to flow to the state’s SNAP recipients.  One sticking point: For some states, November be…