We know the Chicago Tomato Man. But did you know the city has its very own Watermelon Man?The Watermelon Man brings fresh produce to festivals and farmers markets across the south side. Kenny ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — There are many things synonymous with summer: Fourth of July fireworks, baseball, backyard barbeques with burgers, hot dogs, and of course a juicy piece of watermelon. If you ...

HAYSVILLE, Kan. (KSNW) – Kenneth Simons, better known as the Watermelon Man, died in early June. He was known for his generous and personable nature, and for selling watermelons in town. Last Saturday ...

Robert Lee West was a fixture at 39th and Cleveland, where he sold watermelons, offered advice and helped neighbors — leaving ...

The above video is from a 2025 profile of Kenneth Simons, the “Watermelon Man.” WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – There are many things synonymous with summer: Fourth of July fireworks, baseball, backyard ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — At the corner of Homer Street and Wayne Avenue, every Saturday morning, you’d find John Materna, known as Red to his friends, doing what he loved and that was selling watermelons out ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s been one year since a beloved street vendor – known as the “Watermelon Man” – was shot and killed during an attempted robbery. This Saturday, his family is honoring his memory.