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Nature's Bin will close Nov. 12.

(What fans are saying about Nature's Bin in Lakewood closing)

Fans of local and organic foods who watched Whole Foods move in to Rocky River knew there would be more competition for the 41-year-old Nature's Bin in Lakewood. But many were still shocked at Tuesday's official announcement that the store, which also trains workers with disabilities, will shut its doors Nov. 12. Catering and training operations will continue.

Here are some notices from official sources and fans: