New homes, gardens mark Woodlawn rebound
Woodlawn is a predominately mixed-income African-American community that for years was seen as a “community of last resort,” despite its prime location. The community is located on Chicago’s lakefront, just eight miles from the city’s downtown Loop area. To the north is Hyde Park and the
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Markets back up, shoppers chow down 6/19/2009
Farmers markets in Woodlawn, Bronzeville and Englewood will provide fresh produce and a sense of community through the end of October.
Entrepreneurs today -- no wait for tomorrow 1/12/2009
Talk of product expenses, hourly price rates, industry competitors, customer service, marketing strategies, and business pitches might seem odd for teenagers. But young people at Sunshine Gospel Ministries recently tossed around business lingo readily.
Woodlawn farmers market sprouts up 6/3/2008
Woodlawn’s new farmers market drew an unexpected crowd to its May 17 opening, with eager customers arriving at 8 a.m. – an hour before the scheduled start time.
- Youngsters join Woodlawn Little League 5/13/2008
- New way to tell stories: audio slideshows 11/27/2007
- Health an early priority for NCP Woodlawn 10/16/2007
- Aldermen discuss S. Side redevelopment 9/25/2007
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