<p>First lady Michelle Obama greets Pheonix Suns? Grant Hill during a White House event announcing access to healthy and affordable food, Wednesday, July 20, 2011 in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p>
July 21, 2011
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July 21, 2011 9 p.m.
Wal-Mart, others follow first lady's lead
Retailers to bring fresh produce to many without
WASHINGTON - Michelle Obama's campaign against childhood obesity moved a step forward Wednesday with the announcement that Wal-Mart and other retailers plan over the next five years to open or expand 1,500 stores in areas without easy access to fresh fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods.