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In today’s email:

• Ken N Barbie’z: Help them rebuild

• Final Goodbye: Towne West Mall

• Local Spotlight: Society of Child Entrepreneurs

FEATURE STORY
Fire destroys local food truck, Ken N Barbie’z Rollin Diner

Horrible news came late Tuesday night when it was announced that a fire destroyed, longtime local food truck, Ken N Barbie’z Rollin Diner.

The incident took place as the truck was headed to an event. The generator caught fire and the truck became a casualty.

If you would like to help owners, Kelly Ake and Barb Taber, rebuild, a GoFundMe has been created.

EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
Wichita By E.B. Trivia

EVENTS
Come join one final Towne West Mall walk

Come visit Towne West Mall for one final mall walk through. Many of the tenants are being forced to vacate the mall by June 30.

This is your last chance to experience Towne West as we know it. Come walk the perimeter of the mall. Maybe catch a movie at Boulevard Theatres who is staying open along with places like Dillards and JCPennys even after the other stores close. Perhaps, show the last remaining smaller stores some love with a purchase.

Or grab lunch at the food court... oh wait, there are no restaurants at the food court. Well.... grab some concessions then from the theatre or buy some M&M's from a vending machine.

If you're lucky, there will be electricity. Bring a flashlight just in case and your best walking shoes.

Either way, it's going to be the end of an era for Towne West before whatever comes next.

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
Society of Child Entrepreneurs

Is your child a budding entrepreneur? If so, you should check out the Society of Child Entrepreneurs.

They are a nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping young minds with the knowledge and confidence to start and manage their own businesses, preparing them to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Their mission is to empower children by fostering entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, and financial literacy through hands-on experience.

Fostering an entrepreneurial mindset from an early age is crucial at The Society of Child Entrepreneurs. By providing hands-on experiences and educational resources, they aim to cultivate leadership qualities and financial understanding among children, empowering them to innovate and create positive change in their communities.

Their programs focus on practical learning, where children learn by doing. Through structured workshops, mentorship, and real-world projects, participants gain invaluable skills in business planning, marketing, budgeting, and teamwork. These experiences enhance their academic learning and instill crucial life skills such as critical thinking, resilience, and problem-solving.

WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table

Shout out to our show sponsor, Dillons.

This week’s episode features, not just Dillons, but the Society of Child Entrepreneurs.

Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
The Podcast Room

Have you ever considered starting a podcast but don’t know where to start? Whether it’s all audio or even video, I highly recommend The Podcast Room located in downtown Wichita.

It’s the place I’ve used to record many of my podcasts.

There you can do the recordings and edit yourself or even have them edit the podcast for you.

NEWS
Blogs You Missed

Let’s catch you up on the blogs you may have missed over the past week from our website, Facebook or Instagram.

• Golden Chick opens in Wichita (more)

• Kanai is back (more)

• Thai restaurant coming to Derby (more)

OPINION
My daughter’s favorite play place in Wichita

EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend

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