Oak Ridge program offers kids free meals over the summer

OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Oak Ridge Schools is teaming up with Southwest Food Excellence to give free meals to anyone under 18 over the summer.

The meals will come from ETHRA Sunshine Busses at several locations across the region. The program runs from June 2 through June 27.

The schedule is below:

• The Blossom Center – 280 Royce Circle, Oak Ridge (10:30-11:00 a.m.)
• Oliver Springs Library – 610 Walker Ave., Oliver Springs (11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
• Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool – 172 Providence Rd., Oak Ridge (12:30-1:30 p.m.)
• Clinton Splash Pad – 110 S Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton (2:15-3:15 p.m.)

“We’re committed to supporting our students and families year-round,” said Kristina Barnard, SFE General Manager. “This partnership allows us to continue providing nutritious meals even when school is not in session, helping ensure no child goes hungry during the summer months.”

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Those who cannot make it to a bus location can also go to Oak Ridge High School from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

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