North Carolina’s governor celebrates huge milestone for Meals on Wheels

By: Clayton Henkel

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: November 9, 2026

Words: 467

Last Updated: 3 hours, 42 minutes ago

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Gov. Josh Stein was on hand Monday as Meals on Wheels delivered its eight millionth meal in Forsyth County. The recipient was Ben Briggs, a 105-year-old retired science teacher who relies on the nonprofit to deliver meals to his home.

In North Carolina 13.9% of seniors, more than 341,000 older adults, face food insecurity.

Stein said rising grocery prices leave too many North Carolinians like Briggs wondering where their next meal may come from.

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