Gobble Gobble, a Black-owned food truck’s 24-year legacy at the Indiana State Fair

Did you know the Marion County Coroner is also a business owner?

Those visiting the Indiana State Fair this month might catch a glimpse of Alfarena McGinty, elected official and owner of Gobble Gobble, a turkey-based food truck that’s been at the Indiana State Fair for the last 24 years. Every summer, McGinty takes a two-week vacation from her day job to work the Indiana State Fair alongside her family, just like her father, Alfonzo Tyler, did before her.

“It’s not about the money,” McGinty said. “It’s about being nice to people. It’s about having good customer service. It’s about communicating with people.”…

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