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https://oklahomafoodbanks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1904.i126.041.charity-scaled-1.jpg25601792Food insecurity is something more families in Oklahoma face than most people realize. Yet, many hesitate to seek help from food pantries or food banks because of misinformation. These myths often stop people from getting the support they need—or from offering support to others. Let’s clear things up once and for all. Myth #1: “Food […]