LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A new no-cost market in central Arkansas is helping to address food insecurity and food deserts.

The market, which distributed fresh produce Saturday morning in Little Rock, is a collaboration between several local organizations.

Potluck Food Rescue, Arkansas Workforce Connections, Sacred Harvest Ministries and others shared resources at the Arkansas Workforce Center on Mabelvale Pike.

Chris Wyman, executive director for Potluck Food Rescue, said this was the first such event at this location. He expects it will become a quarterly event or possibly happen every other month.

The event offered free, fresh groceries and opportunities to connect with organizations addressing hunger and workforce development. Organizers said the goal is to build stronger communities by i

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