"Question folks, what are the oldest locally owned retail businesses and restaurants in downtown Greensboro or the rest of Greensboro for that matter?"
Shortly thereafter I began to notice a trend and after over 180 responses the trend is confirmed: The best place to start a business in Greensboro, North Carolina is anywhere other than Downtown Greensboro. That is, if you plan on staying in business.
Looks like the folks at Downtown Greensboro Inc. and the Greensboro City Council might have some 'splainin' to do...