You'll notice a number of stories on our site about how the streets of San Antonio can be friendlier, safer, more "walkable" and just plain healthier.Healthier streets mean healthier people.Make no mistake about it - we have a problem. Just look at this map of childhood obesity in San Antonio:What is it about this place where we live that causes so many children and adults to be so overweight and get the ensuing diseases, such as diabetes?
Written by CharlotteAnne Lucas on Oct 26 2010 - 12:46pm
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This slideshow compares a farmers' market on the West Side of San Antonio with the Pearl Farmers' Market, located in the Tobin Hill neighborhood off of Broadway.___ The slideshow below includes audio, so make sure your volume is on.We also suggest viewing the slideshow in the fullscreen mode, which can be done by clicking on the fullscreen icon in the bottom right corner, after you click the play button in the bottom left corner.
Written by Andrew Delgado on Aug 5 2010 - 5:29pm
The Leon Springs Famers’ Market has operated year-round with local vendors and growers in its historic location since 2007.Ever Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon, vendors offer products ranging from blue eggs, goat cheese, grilled peaches to fresh fish and live chickens.Mario Obledo, Jr., manages the market that operates in the parking lot at the Leon Springs Baptist Church. He said he established it to provide an outdoor urban activity for the Leon Springs community, and to bring local food to area consumers.
Written by Antonio Rodriguez on May 14 2010 - 2:00pm
Zoom in on our UPDATED map of San Antonio area farmers' markets to find out where you can get some fresh fruits and veggies today!
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