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 ...

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. - A Berclair community is mourning after a popular street vendor died. FOX13 reported John Materna, known by folks as "The Watermelon Man" was shot during a robbery while selling fruit ...

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.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Robert Lee West, the beloved Watermelon Man of 39th and Cleveland, sold produce for 35+ years while sharing farming knowledge, ...