Since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, Russians living in Kansas City have been walking a fine line. Many fear backlash from the Kremlin if they speak out against war, but not speaking out could mean harassment here. Plus, 50 years into show business, musician Lonnie McFadden opened his own Kansas City nightclub to call home.
Saturday's festival in Weston, Missouri, drew 700 people from both sides of the state line to sample the deep-fried delicacy. "I'm gonna say I've had some very tender balls," one attendee joked.