Wayne County market offers 10% discount as SNAP uncertainty hits customers

O’Brien’s Market in Ecorse is offering a 10% discount to customers due to uncertainty surrounding the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid a government shutdown. The store aims to support its community as many customers rely on SNAP benefits, which were initially set to be cut on November 1 but were ordered to continue by federal judges. Managers estimate 40% of shoppers depend on SNAP, and the discount is significant given the current high food prices and tight retail margins.