Restaurants and businesses offer freebies, deals for federal workers during shutdown

El Paso businesses, organizations support federal workers impacted by shutdown

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — As the federal government shutdown continued for an 11th day on Saturday, Oct. 11, local organizations and businesses have stepped up to provide assistance to the thousands of federal workers across the Borderland.  Bodega Loya, a farmer’s market located in Socorro, is currently offering a 20% discount on all their fresh produce to impacted federal workers and military servicemembers.  “When people don't get paid, it's d…

Restaurants and businesses offer freebies, deals for federal workers during shutdown

During the ongoing government shutdown, some restaurants including TGI Fridays and Hard Rock Cafe have specials for federal workers.