Cynthia Blake

Reporter · Alpharetta, GA

Cynthia holds an MBA from Georgia State University and has over 7 years of experience covering business news for local papers like the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Her expertise lies in local entrepreneurship and economic development, focusing on how businesses adapt in a changing market.

9 stories from Cynthia Blake in Stockbridge

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Ice cream shop teaches Atlanta's next generation of entrepreneurs

From the outside of the small business on Sylvan Road, Glaciers Italian Ice may look like an ordinary shop for a sweet treat to satisfy a craving, but it is much more than that.

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Nearby Atlanta businesses broken into in same manner overnight

Both Fox Bros Bar-B-Q and Pure Quill Superette said a brick was used to smash a door and break in to the resaurants.

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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been named NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in Sunday’s win over the San Francisco 49ers.Penix completed 73.5% of his passes for 213 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions, handing the...

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Fruition Hat Company Plans to Expand to Brick & Mortar

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Two childhood friends from Detroit are turning their passion for hats into an Atlanta-born brand with a whole lot of personality! Fruition is making its mark at Bloomingdale’s Lenox Square, with a new shop at Terminal South and a spot at The...

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Shooting that hospitalized 14-year-old boy in Gainesville wasn't random attack, investigators say

Local News Shooting that hospitalized 14-year-old boy in Gainesville wasn't random attack, investigators say By Dan Raby Dan Raby Senior Digital Producer, CBS News Atlanta Dan Raby, the senior digital producer for CBS News Atlanta, has been covering everything happening around Georgia for more than...

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Some packaged salads recalled for undeclared allergens

(Gray News) - Packaged salads produced by Taylor Farms have been recalled due to an undeclared allergen.According to the Food and Drug Administration, Taylor Farms is recalling its H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad because it may contain undeclared soy and tree nuts, specifically almonds.“People who...

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Nordstrom Rack store exterior at Atlantic Station, Midtown Atlanta

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Nordstrom Rack expands Georgia footprint with new Atlanta store

As the leaves begin to change this fall, a new shopping destination is set to transform the retail landscape in Midtown Atlanta. The arrival of Nordstrom Rack promises not just discounted fashion, but a fresh wave of opportunity for local residents seeking both style and savings. This expansion is...

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Police lights flash at night in a suburban North Georgia neighborhood, symbolizing an ongoing investigation.

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Officers searching for suspect after 14-year-old taken to hospital after shooting in Gainesville, police say

In a quiet community where children should feel safe, a chilling incident has left families on edge. The innocence of youth has been tragically underscored by violence, as a 14-year-old was rushed to the hospital after a shooting, prompting an urgent search for the suspect. Gwinnett County Police...

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How to spot fake crystals and avoid costly mistakes

SEDONA, Ariz. (Aging Untold) — The crystal and gemstone industry is booming, fueled in part by social media, but experts warn buyers to be cautious of fake products flooding the market. Jamie Inglett, who owns a crystal shop in Sedona, said consumers can find fake crystals in stores and at gem...

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