The piece, which focused on downtown's poor office and retail environment, prompted officials issue their own statements highlighting recent redevelopments.
Owner Brian McKanna said the Sweet Shop is like an โice cream truck on steroids,โ with its menu strategically including only items that are $5 or less.
"The crime has always hurt my business and our community. My family and I pray something better will happen," said Andre Tunstall, a downtown business owner.