Brianna Williams

Brianna Williams

Senior National Content Editor

Brianna is based in Chicago, IL, and has worked with 6AM City in various editorial capacities for several years. Coming from a mountain town in Tennessee and currently living near Chicago’s beautiful lakefront, Brianna spends most of her free time enjoying the outdoors.

A large sandy beach leading up to a two-story home with a large porch.
History
Live the neighbor-free life at this home for sale
The iconic Clearwater Beach “Holdout House” is on the market.
September 29, 2023
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Brianna Williams
An outdoor, fenced-in space with flowers hung up and seats arranged around a small table.
Culture
There’s a new event space in town: The Rutledge Room
The new event venue by Hamby Catering is now open.
September 28, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch in Charleston, SC
Culture
Pick your perfect pumpkin at Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch
2023 marks the 27th year of this iconic autumn event in Charleston.
September 28, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A park with various tall buildings in the background, blue skies, and clouds overhead.
Events
Eins, zwei, drei, gsuffa — it’s time for Oktoberfest Tampa
This year’s iconic autumn event will take place Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
September 27, 2023
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Brianna Williams
San Jose City Hall at night from afar
City
How to participate in San Jose’s city meetings
Interested in getting involved in public meetings? We’re laying out how, when, and where you can take part.
September 22, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A lake with mountains in the background and a blue sky with a few white clouds.
Travel and Outdoors
Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in San Jose
These are three of our favorite nearby accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.
September 21, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
An exercise equipment station with a tree branch in the foreground and tall buildings in the background.
Parks and Recreation
Get in a workout at the updated Butler Shores exercise area
The Butler Shores Exercise Equipment project was unveiled on Monday, Sept. 18.
September 19, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Experience
Date night ideas for every type of Lakelander
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Swan City.
September 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A train chugging along the tracks at night time in the city.
Airports and Transportation
Ditch the car: This week, learn about alternative transportation options
Monday, Sept. 18 through Friday, Sept. 22, Nashville celebrates Transportation Demand Management Week.
September 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A two-story building with greenery around the top floor balcony and a sign that says "Assembly Food Hall." Many people are sitting inside or walking around the building.
Events
Thanking Nashville’s service industry workers
Check out these ways Nashville is appreciating its service industry workers.
September 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Two women in sundresses standing in front of a yellow truck full of flowers.
Events
Hispanic Heritage Month events in the Tampa Bay area
From markets and parties, to foodie events and arts, there’s a variety of fun, cultural events highlighting Hispanic heritage in the Tampa Bay area.
September 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
A foliage prediction map of the United States.
Weather
Make a leaf-peeping road trip from the Tampa Bay area
Wanting to see fall foliage despite Mother Nature’s grudge against fall in Florida? Check out these nearby spots.
September 13, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A small child standing in front of a pumpkin display.
Live
Fall 2023 weather trends
Prepare for fall weather in the Tampa Bay area with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 13, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
A Golden Retriever with a stick in its mouth in front of a sunset background.
Culture
Tampa Bay area neighborhoods as dog breeds
Which dog breed’s personality matches your neighborhood?
September 12, 2023
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Lainey Merriwether
SunRunner
Airports and Transportation
How to take advantage of the SunRunner while it’s free
The bus system will begin implementing a fare on Sunday, Oct. 1.
September 8, 2023
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Brianna Williams
An outdoor area with fake grass, benches, and red umrellas facing an ivory-covered wall with a rainbow in the sky.
Bars
Get sippin’ on this SunRunner bar crawl
We’ve created a bar crawl based on the SunRunner’s stops — if you try it out, stay safe and have fun.
September 8, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Two Bucs fans in front of a sign that says "#Go Bucs" in red.
Sports
A guide to the Bucs’ 2023 NFL season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Bucs this 2023 NFL season.
September 6, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
The outside of a theme park that pictures a large clown holding a sign that reads "Scream-A-Geddon."
Events
Get your scream on at Scream-A-Geddon 2023
The horror park opens for the season on Friday, Sept. 8.
September 6, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A kitchen with white cabinets and countertops, with three beige high chairs under the kitchen island.
Real Estate
Hot homes: Rent or own one of these sub-1,500-sqft units
Looking for a smaller place to live? Hoping to downsize? Check out these sub-1,500-sqft units that you can rent or buy.
September 5, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A brown beverage in a mug with a cinnamon stick sticking out, next to a small pumpkin and cranberries on a blanket.
City
Which TBAY seasonal fall events are you most interested in?
Give us the (pumpkin pie ice cream) scoop on what you want to hear about from us.
September 1, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Events
Making Labor Day weekend plans around the Tampa Bay area
You’ve got an extra day this weekend, and we’ve got nine ways to use it.
August 31, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A hallway leading to two chairs with a small table between them. The wall in the background is gold and white with a boxy pattern.
Tourism and Hospitality
Plan a local Labor Day staycation
Hoping for a little R+R, but don’t wanna travel far? Check out these staycation ideas.
August 30, 2023
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Brianna Williams
SunRunner
Airports and Transportation
Public transportation updates in the Tampa Bay area
What to expect the next few months from the TECO Streetcar, SunRunner, and more.
August 30, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Three people in "volunteer" shorts are standing behind a table with boxes and water bottles in front of them. A person in a wheelchair is on the other side of the table talking to them, with one other person holding the wheelchair and another drinking water.
Weather
Post-storm resources in the Tampa Bay area
Resources for after Hurricane Idalia.
August 29, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A person lying on a yoga mat on the floor, head down, with a couch and coffee table in the background.
Entertainment
Indoor boredom busters for Tampa Bay area residents
Stuck inside due to Hurricane Idalia? Here are a few ways to stay entertained.
August 29, 2023
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Brianna Williams
close up shot of the balustrade on Bayshore Boulevard.
Exploring the longest continuous sidewalk in the US
This is your sign to stop taking Bayshore Boulevard for granted.
August 25, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Editor Bailey and her dog.
Events
Celebrate National Dog Day around the Tampa Bay area
National Dog Day is this Saturday, Aug. 26.
August 23, 2023
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Brianna Williams
An image shot from above that shows three tiny homes side by side in a neighborhood.
Real Estate
Downsize to 400 sqft in Tampa Bay’s village of tiny homes
Ever thought of downsizing? This local neighborhood could be your ideal location.
August 23, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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City
Three Tampa Bay area civic updates
With announcements and changes coming out constantly, we’re sharing three major civic updates to be aware of in Tampa and St. Pete.
August 21, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Sunset on St. Pete Beach.
City
Would you rather: TBAY edition
Send this game to your friends and play along.
August 17, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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