Roswell fishing buddies create custom fly rod business
What do you do when you and your fishing buddy really enjoy crafting your own bamboo fly rods? You turn it into a business, of course.
Black-owned small businesses get a unique boost from Atlanta BeltLine
A group of metro Atlanta business owners are turning their dreams into reality — and doing it in a place known more for recreation than for work.
Atlanta business keeps antique printing methods alive
Everything old is new again at Buckhead Printery, which uses machines from as far back as 1910 to keep antique printing methods alive.
Waterless nail care service now available in Atlanta
Varnish Lane offers completely waterless, eco-friendly manicures and pedicures.
Woodstock coffee business works to give formerly incarcerated people of color a "second chance"
A brother-in-law has started a Go-Fund-Me to support his brother's passion project in expanding his coffee roasting business to create jobs for people of color who have been incarcerated and generosity from the community is helping to make that possible.
Feds shut down ‘Grant Bae’ scam they say targeted Black business owners with phony grants
The Federal Trade Commission says “Grant Bae” scammed small business owners out of thousands by writing them fake grants.
Popular Midtown spot featured on 'Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives' abruptly closes
A popular Midtown Atlanta dive bar and music venue said it is shutting its doors unexpectedly.
Kennesaw councilman quits, businesswoman sells shop after controversial Civil War shop re-opens
A long time Civil War shop is stirring up major controversy in Kennesaw. Community members packed a city council meeting on Monday night.
Kennesaw city councilman resigns after a controversial Civil War store re-opens
A Kennesaw city councilman resigns after a controversial Civil War store re-opens
Comcast offers $10K grants for small businesses owned by minorizes, women
Comcast formed RISE in late 2020 to give small businesses owned by people of color the grants needed to not just survive, but thrive.
Small businesses struggle to hire and keep employees amid economic uncertainty
Some small businesses are still struggling to hire qualified workers, even as the broader picture in the U.S. job market looks much brighter.
Son’s murder sparks mother to open job centers to empower teens, combat crime
A mother who lost her 16-year-old son to gun violence is taking action to help reduce violent crimes involving our youth. She's created a non-profit that focuses on providing youth with employment assistance.
Founder of Slutty Vegan to speak at CAU spring commencement
Celebrated Atlanta entrepreneur Aisha “Pinky” Cole will be Clark Atlanta University’s Class of 2022 commencement speaker.
Business owner calls for expedited fix to Cheshire Bridge Road
ith its expected completion date set for October of this year, some business owners said they’re growing frustrated with the wait.
Walmart launches ‘Open Call 2022’ to help small US businesses land on store shelves
With “Open Call 2022,” Walmart says it aims to support and grow small businesses and U.S. manufacturing.
High gas prices spark struggle for food truck vendors: 'You really have to roll the dice'
Vendors are setting up at fairs and festivals more often, which triggers other costs
Atlanta business adapt to keep prices low as gas prices soar
As gas prices soar and the prices of goods continue to rise, local businesses are bracing for the impact.
Overlooked customers pulling their support from Support Black Colleges
According to its owners, Support Black Colleges takes in millions of dollars in revenue by selling clothing and caps. The Atlanta-based company is now facing criticism from customers for not delivering on its promises and its T-shirts.
Podcast captures conversations usually reserved for Black barbershops, hair salons
The barbershop and beauty salon in Black culture are many things. There's a special complexity to it. The stories and the bonding. But a Georgia couple is taking it to the next level.
Thieves steal 1,200 pound meat smoker from East Cobb restaurant
A Cobb County restaurant owner said a $7,500 meat smoker was taken in broad daylight.