Pennywise Eat Local Challenge

There is an annual challenge put forth here in the bay area to try and eat foods that come from a 100 mile radius. This not only means eating locally produced foods, but even the ingredients should be local as well. I've heard many reports that eating locally has a stronger impact than eating organically. With the additionally "Pennywise" aspect, the challenge volunteers also agree to spend no more than $10/person per day. Sounds pretty tough to me! I didn't know that there is no locally grown flour, so that means no bread or pizza. Ouch! Here is an article from the Chronicle:
Eating locally for less

Best Green Cities in America

Country Home magazine ranked the major cities of the US on how 'green' they are.. makes an interesting list of places to live.
Here's the stie: Greenest Cities
Or if you just want the top 25: Top 25