By Anthony Gorges
JC Post
The Geary County Food Pantry is already serving the public at their new location, but they will host a grand opening event on Saturday, July 26. The grand opening celebration will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at their new location, 700A W. 7th Street in Junction City.
The Food Pantry held a soft opening earlier this year on May 29, while miscellaneous work around the facility was finished.
The new building, built by Hutton Construction, is 3,800 square feet. The new building is more than double the size of their previous space. The former location at 138 W. 3rd St. in Junction City (which is now officially closed) was approximately 1,500 square feet.
Debbie Johns, the Director of the Geary County Food Pantry, said the community's support has been tremendous. “We are so excited to finally be open and be able to serve our neighbors in the community,” Johns said. “We have been so overwhelmed by our community’s support and are so thankful for their help with moving, donations, and constant support throughout this process.”
Hours of operation remain the same for the Geary County Food Pantry.
Hours of operation are listed below.
Mondays and Thursdays – 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Tuesdays – 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Fresh Food Fridays – 9:45 a.m.