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Metcalfe Park Builds Food Justice | Milwaukee News
When Pick n Save shut down a year ago, it left a gaping hole in Metcalfe Park—but instead of waiting, the community sprang into action. They’ve built community fridges, organized carpools, and pushed for laws requiring more notice before store closures. Declaring food apartheid a public health crisis, residents rallied around food justice, sharing personal commitments to mentor youth and create lasting change. A powerful walk to Black Joy Farm symbolized both struggle and resilience. With officials showing support, the neighborhood isn’t just surviving—it’s building a self-sufficient future…
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