If a customer had relatives visiting from Ireland, Kirwan made a fuss of them, with drinks on the house and the best table.

Ben Grimm is better known as the Fantastic Four's Thing, though fans have seen several versions of the character appear in ...

Summer Soulstice Festival: 4-11 p.m. Saturday, Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St. Tickets: $20-$25.