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Cheryl V. Jackson

@cherylvjackson.bsky.social

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Journalist with interests in food, consumer tech and entertainment. Trending reporter at IndyStar/USA TODAY Network. Ex: Chicago Sun-Times, The Tampa Tribune, The Saginaw News, Central Michigan LIFE. muckrack.com/cherylvjackson

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Family Express to acquire Leo's Market & Eatery locations. www.indystar.com/story/grocer...

Family Express to acquire Leo's Market & Eatery, expand kolache offerings

Family Express is acquiring six Leo's Market and Eatery locations, bringing signature kolaches to more Indiana stores.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Man, I miss Apocalypse Burger in Indy.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Buc-ee's Indiana store process underway. What happens next? www.indystar.com/story/grocer...

Buc-ee's Indiana store process underway. What happens next?

A massive Buc-ee's travel center is planned for Indiana. Other fan-favorite chains are also making their mark in the Hoosier state.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

We tried to get an Aldi blind box. They went fast. Here's what happened www.indystar.com/story/grocer...

We tried to get an Aldi blind box. They went fast. Here's how it went

Aldi shoppers faced long wait times and quick sellouts for the retailer's limited-edition mystery grocery boxes.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Walmart Deals event returns. See when you can save. www.indystar.com/story/grocer...

Walmart Deals event returns. See when you can save

The Walmart Deals event runs June 22 to June 28. Learn how to shop the sales and get early access to hot items.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Aldi's free mystery grocery box giveaway kicks off soon. How to get one. www.indystar.com/story/grocer...

Aldi's free mystery grocery box giveaway kicks off soon. How to get one

Aldi is giving away free mystery boxes filled with snacks and staples starting June 22. Here is how to claim one.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Post-"Spider-Noir," Nicolas Cage to make his first-ever comic con appearance. And it's in Indiana. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Nicolas Cage to make his first U.S. comic convention appearance in Indiana

Oscar winner Nicolas Cage is making his first U.S. comic con appearance at the Indiana Comic Convention. See prices to meet the actor.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Mr. Tendernism food coming to stores? www.indystar.com/story/life/f...

'Mr. Tendernism' mapping success after restaurant exit with brands

Viral food star Walter Johnson is moving on from his restaurant split to launch a solo career, new cooking show and maybe a pop-up near you.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Shamrock Shake, minty Oreo McFlurry back for 2026. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Shamrock Shake is on the way back. Oreo Shamrock McFlurry, too. See when

McDonald's is bringing back the Shamrock Shake and Shamrock Oreo McFlurry soon for 2026.

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Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Barbz beef with Mike Epps over Nicki Minaj www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Nicki Minaj fans go after Mike Epps over joke. What did he say?

Nicki Minaj fans are unhappy with comedian Mike Epps after his "We Them One's Comedy Tour" kickoff.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Is it your birthday? Get freebies at these restaurants. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

It's your birthday! These 70 restaurants have freebies to help you celebrate

Nine of the 10 most common birthdays in the U.S. are in the month of September. These restaurants offer birthday freebies and deals to help celebrate.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Indiana Bible College sues choral music composer over copyright infringement claims www.indystar.com/story/news/2...

Indiana Bible College sues choral composer over copyright infringement claims

Indiana Bible College responded to claims it based its viral "John 1" song on a longtime choral community favorite with a defamation lawsuit.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

'No credit or consent.' Composer says Indiana Bible College stole her song for streaming www.indystar.com/story/entert...

'No credit or consent.' Composer says Indiana Bible College stole her song for streaming

Indiana Bible College is facing criticism after a renowned choral composer says it used her work without permission.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Indy 500 national anthem reactions range from 'atrocious' to 'back every year' www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Indy 500 national anthem reactions range from 'atrocious' to 'back every year'

Gospel singer Natalie Grant performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the Indianapolis 500. Reaction was mixed.

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Mike Drucker @mikedrucker.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

feels like this was the music they should've used to announce him

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

"Sinners" 70mm Film IMAX showings to return at select theaters. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

'Sinners' 70mm Film IMAX showings returning to theaters later this month. Where to find them

"Sinners" will return to eight U.S. theaters for 70mm Film IMAX showings later this month. Indiana has one of the theaters screening in the format.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Hulu drops "Good American Family" Episode 7 www.indystar.com/story/entert...

'Good American Family' episode 7 is streaming. How to watch the Hulu series

Hulu viewers can now see the seventh episode of "Good American Family," the drama series based on a sensational adoption case.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Raising Cane's sells custom Flavor Flav clocks. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

You'll know what time it is with a custom Flavor Flav Raising Cane's clock. How to buy one

Custom Flavor Flav clocks, signed by the rapper, will be sold by Raising Cane's today.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

8 theaters are showing"Sinners" as Ryan Coogler intended. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Only 8 U.S. theaters are showing 'Sinners' as Ryan Coogler intended. One is in Indiana

Only a select number of movie theaters are able to show "Sinners" as director Ryan Coogler intended. One is in Indiana, with commemorative filmstrips.

Cheryl V. Jackson @cherylvjackson.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Indiana Black Expo 2025 outdoor concert lineup. www.indystar.com/story/entert...

Indiana Black Expo outdoor concert lineup released. Who's performing in 2025?

The lineup for Indiana Black Expo's 2025 outdoor concert is out. And it's not weak for old-school R&B lovers.