North Charles Street businesses rally for community support [Video]

BALTIMORE — Months have passed since an underground fire disrupted the vibrant small business community along North Charles Street, and many owners are once again urging residents to support local shops as the holiday season approaches.

Entrepreneurs facing significant challenges remain committed to keeping their businesses open. Quincy Goldsmith, co-owner of Stem and Vine, stated, “It’s been a challenge from start to finish; we were closed for two months.”

The September underground fire forced many businesses to shut down or alter their hours, leading to serious setbacks in their operations. The repercussions of the fire were felt immediately, with decreased foot traffic and parking challenges becoming significant obstacles.

Nisha McNair-David, owner of Luxury Nail and Spa, said “We had clients circling the block for 30 minutes just to find a parking space, and next thing you know, they were canceling their appointments.”

Goldsmith echoed these concerns, pointing to continuous lane …