Local food banks anticipate food insecurity spike as economy slows down

Local food banks anticipate food insecurity spike as economy slows down

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — With the summer bringing in fewer tourists, local food banks say those in the service industry who work less over the summer often need additional food assistance. According to Visit Greater Springs, 1 in 4 local jobs are supported by tourism. The LGBTQ Center of the Desert’s community food bank gives meals to those in need weekly, and is preparing for the summer food insecurity spike.  Stay with News Channel 3 to h…