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Sep 12, 2023

More Than One-Third Of D.C. Residents Face Food Insecurity, Report Shows

Between 35 and 45% of residents in Prince George’s County, Prince William County, and D.C. say they don’t have consistent access to food.

Jan 11, 2023

After Days Of Bare Shelves, H Street Walmart Is Slowly Restocking

Freezers and fridges at the Walmart have been out of order.

Jan 28, 2022

Bowser Plans To Use Eminent Domain To Bring Grocery Store To Long-Vacant Lot East Of The Anacostia River

There are only three full-service grocery stores in wards 7 and 8 east of the Anacostia River, though that number may soon be growing with recently announced development plans.

Jun 18, 2021

Food Insecurity Among Hispanic Families Surged During Pandemic, Report Finds

50% of newly food insecure D.C. residents identified as Hispanic, while only 16% reported experiencing food insecurity before the pandemic.

Mar 24, 2021

In Ward 8, A Mobile Grocery Store Is Helping To Close Gaps In Food Access

Curbside Groceries seeks to bring fresh food right to convenient locations around the neighborhood.

Mar 15, 2017

Report: More Than 11 Percent Of D.C. Is A Food Desert

The D.C. Policy Center links poverty and transportation to how accessible healthy food is for Washingtonians.

 
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