With the few grocery stores and continuing food apartheid in South Dallas, community organizers have established urban farms and community gardens. While the projects have fostered a sense of community, to what extent have they improved food access?
50 new homes in Mill City spring from a partnership between Matthews Southwest and Urban Specialists
When complete, the development will provide 50 two-story single-family homes that can be purchased by eligible individuals and families.
A task force on safe communities is spending $150,000 to help clean up nearly 600 vacant lots in Mill City, with the goal of cutting crime along with the grass in the neighborhood.