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Woodville Opens Community Market to Combat Food Desert

3/29/2026

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Story summary

A new community market opened in Woodville, Leon County, Florida, at J. Lewis Hall Senior Park to address the food desert.
The market features local vendors to revitalize the community.
Wendi Hollister, a longtime resident, expressed excitement that the market will restore gathering spaces.
Crystal Johnson, a vendor, emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses.
Syrheda LaShae, the market's founder, noted growing impact and scheduled the next market for April 4.

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Story summary

A new community market opened in Woodville, Leon County, Florida, at J. Lewis Hall Senior Park to address the food desert.
The market features local vendors to revitalize the community.
Wendi Hollister, a longtime resident, expressed excitement that the market will restore gathering spaces.
Crystal Johnson, a vendor, emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses.
Syrheda LaShae, the market's founder, noted growing impact and scheduled the next market for April 4.