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Wauconda Celebrates 'Wakanda'

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The movie 'Black Panther' is breaking box office records.

Now that mega success is spilling over into a northwest suburb.

The blockbuster movie by Marvel Comics is about an African king who is also a superhero.

The film is set in a fictional African country called "Wakanda."

There is a real life Wauconda, only it's spelled differently.

The Wauconda Chamber of Commerce asked businesses and political leaders in town to wear their Black Panther masks.

And there was an overwhelming response.

From baristas to police officers to barbers, Black Panther was in full effect.

Residents there say it's been so fun and they hope it brings awareness to Wauconda...w-a-u-c-o-n-d-a.

Wauconda Forever! John's Complete Auto Service Legacy 1878 Ryan and Company, Realtors Inc. Honey Hill Coffee Company Whisk Bakery and Coffee Shop #waucondaforever #wakandaforever

Posted by Village of Wauconda on Friday, February 23, 2018
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