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Grocery Struggles in Cairo: Community and Access
This chapter examines the grocery shopping challenges faced by residents of Cairo, Illinois, a town grappling with a lack of full-service grocery stores and the broader issues related to food deserts. It highlights the impact of grocery access on community identity and economic viability while discussing federal initiatives aimed at improving food access that often struggle with sustainability. The narrative reveals the complexities independent stores encounter in competing with larger retailers, showcasing a specific community grocery's rise and subsequent challenges amidst market competition.
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