Brianna Williams

Brianna Williams

Managing 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.

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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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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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Weather
Post-storm resources in the Tampa Bay area
Resources for after Hurricane Idalia.
August 29, 2023
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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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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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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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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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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
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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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Music
30 upcoming concerts in Tampa Bay
Put concerts like The Smashing Pumpkins, Playboi Carti, and Jelly Roll on your calendar.
August 17, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Rendering of the Rome Yards development showing two large buildings with a row of palm trees between and grassy area in front.
What’s going on with the Tampa Riverwalk Expansion?
Since our last write-up on the Tampa Riverwalk Expansion, there have been several new developments in the plan.
August 11, 2023
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Education
You guide to back to school in Tampa Bay
Local resources and events for the back to school season.
August 9, 2023
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Culture
Which Tampa Bay area spot has the most captivating commode?
We want to know your favorite breathtaking bathrooms, luxurious latrines, and wondrous water closets.
August 9, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Retail
Tax Free Weekend in Charleston
How to navigate the weekend frenzy of no sales tax.
August 3, 2023
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Events
Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy comes to Charleston
We’re raven about this pop-up speakeasy experience.
August 2, 2023
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Food
Where to play trivia in Chattanooga, TN
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test at these local trivia events.
March 13, 2023
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Development
Which major Nashville project would you want finished immediately?
If we had the power to instantly complete a major local infrastructure or development project, which project would we choose?
March 8, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
A bridge over the Tennessee River.
Culture
A look back at Chattanooga stories
Take a look back with me (City Editor Brianna) on Chattanooga stories and happenings that I’ve loved covering at NOOGAtoday.
March 3, 2023
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Events
Go on a spring break safari — right here in Chattanooga
Spend spring break on a scavenger hunt through Chattanooga attractions.
March 3, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Development
Which major local project would you want finished immediately?
If we had the power to instantly complete a major local infrastructure or development project, which project would we choose?
March 2, 2023
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Ben McBee
NOOGAtoday | Food City Groundbreaking
Decoding zoning: understanding development terms in Chattanooga
Become a development terminology expert faster than you can say “special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
March 1, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A library photo clipping.
History
Asked: Which local woman do you want us to highlight?
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month the best way we know how — with the history of an impactful local woman.
March 1, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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City
River City Co. releases RCLCO market analysis for downtown Chattanooga
The study assesses market opportunity for multi-family rental, for-sale residential, student housing, office, retail, and hotel development downtown.
February 27, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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City
Red Bank joins 10-minute walk campaign
The city is prioritizing parks and green spaces alongside the Trust for Public Land.
February 21, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Food
Prepare for the Chattanooga Margarita Festival
The annual festival will return on August 5.
February 21, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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City
Go green(er) in Chattanooga
Looking for small sustainable habits you can add to your lifestyle? Check out these local efforts and organizations.
February 17, 2023
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Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday: Chattanooga Whiskey
Food
Chattanooga Whiskey named Craft Producer of the Year
The local business took home the “ever competitive” title.
February 17, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
Ways to pretend it’s summer in February
Seasonal affective disorder? We don’t know her.
February 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A Rainbow Shiner fish.
City
New aquarium gallery opening soon
Ridges to Rivers will open on Wednesday, March 1.
February 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A green, blue, and yellow mural partly hidden behind a parking garage.
Culture
Little Mysteries: the hidden mural, pt. 2
An update on the case of the hidden mural.
February 13, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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