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We believe that everyone should have access to affordable, healthy food and that education is the key to improving individual and community wellness.
Market 309 expansion aims to address growing food insecurity in Peoria
News story from April 19, 2026. Read the full story here.
Streets Belong to Me hosts Polynesian luau event
Peoria Grown passed out fresh fruits to participants in the Streets Belong to me event in partnership with the Peoria Park District. Read the full story here.
Market 309 adds new location and hopes to continue expanding
(From Heart of Illinois ABC) - Maude Howard travels 8 blocks from her home in Peoria to the Logan Recreation Center to the every Sunday....
FRESH, AFFORDABLE, HEALTHY: BRADLEY’S MINI FARMERS’ MARKET
(From Bradley University) On Friday afternoons Olin Quad transforms into Bradley’s own version of a mini farmers’ market as student...
Peoria has tried to erase its food deserts. Here's why it hasn't worked
(From Peoria Journal Star) Sharon Mercer spent part of a winter Sunday shopping for produce for her extended family. This meant buying...
Peoria Grown not-for-profit brings fresh produce distribution hub to city's south side
(From Peoria Journal Star) For South Peoria residents like Dorotha Williams and Bobette Shrode, the opening of Market 309 fills a need...
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