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News Mon Aug 09 2010
A Tall, Cool Drink of Water
This morning the Redeye ran a piece on Chicago's food deserts -- vast expanses of the city without access to fresh produce or healthy food, but with ample fast food restaurants and convenience stores.
City-run farmers markets that accept food stamps and discounted deliveries of fresh produce are helping low-income residents in underserved neighborhoods gain access to healthier food.. But the oasis in the desert? Wal-Mart.