In limited, specific markets, Whole Foods is definitely entering markets with a lack of affordable, healthy options: >Since it was announced in 2013, Whole Foo

In limited, specific markets, Whole Foods is definitely entering markets with a lack of affordable, healthy options: >Since it was announced in 2013, Whole Foods' plan to open a store in one of Chicago's most economically depressed South Side neighborhoods has drawn praise, excitement, scrutiny and some doubt. The big questions — Will the community support it? Will the store be affordable to residents but still turn a profit? Will it work? — won't be answerable for months or even years. >But Wednesday was reserved for exuberance and unchecked optimism. Many shoppers applauded the store's presence in a community with few options for fresh, healthy food. And more than 35 South Side vendors sampled their wares that will be sold in the store. Whole Foods is hoping that local connection, plus significantly lower prices on select items, keeps shoppers coming back after the hoopla has died down. http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-whole-foods-englewood-opening-0929-biz-20160928-story.html http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-whole-foods-englew... (edit quote marks)