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flag Illinois Gov. Pritzker broke ground on a $2.4M grocery store in Venice to fight food deserts, backed by $18.1M in state grants.

flag Illinois Governor JB Pritzker broke ground on a new grocery store in Venice, Illinois, on November 5, 2025, as part of the state’s Grocery Initiative to combat food deserts. flag The $2.4 million state-funded project, supported by $3.5 million in private investment, will provide fresh, affordable food to residents in Madison County, accepting SNAP and WIC benefits. flag The initiative includes grant programs for new stores and equipment upgrades, with $18.1 million awarded statewide. flag Pritzker emphasized the need for public investment to address food insecurity amid rising costs and federal policy changes, linking the effort to broader economic and social equity goals.

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