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Emily Shea-Owen

Senior National Content Editor

Emily is based in Asheville, NC and a is graduate of UNC-Asheville. Before joining 6AM City as a Multi-City Editor in November 2021, she was the copy editor for Asheville Lifestyle and South Charlotte Lifestyle. In her free time, Emily enjoys rock climbing, traveling, exercising, and seeing live music shows.

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Your guide to sports in Columbus
From the OSU Buckeyes to the Columbus Clippers, we’re sharing all details of Columbus, Ohio’s sports teams.
September 15, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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Holiday savings are here early
September 15, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Date night ideas in Charlotte
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date night in the Queen City.
September 12, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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35+ volunteer opportunities in Sacramento
This list of volunteer opportunities in Sacramento includes everything from helping kids to distributing food to locals experiencing homelessness.
September 5, 2025
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30+ volunteer opportunities in San Jose
The list of volunteer opportunities in San Jose includes everything from renovating homes to caring for furry friends.
September 5, 2025
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30 volunteer opportunities in Columbus, Ohio
This list of volunteer opportunities in Columbus, OH includes everything from dog walking to art gallery tours.
September 5, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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Brush up on your knowledge of every Sacramento sports team
From the Kings to the River Cats, we’re sharing all details of Sacramento’s professional sports teams.
September 4, 2025
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Your guide to sports teams in San Jose
From the Sharks to the Quakes, we’re sharing all details of San Jose’s pro sports teams.
September 3, 2025
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Alyson Chuyang
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Food
Our favorite vegan and vegetarian eats in Raleigh
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Raleigh.
August 28, 2025
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Anne Weber
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40 great brunch places in Columbus
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Columbus, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
August 8, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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Home
Back-to-school must-haves for students (and parents)
August 1, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Find stationery through these local shops and brands
Take note of these local shops that offer custom stationery goods, greeting cards, writing tools, craft and party supplies, gift wrap, and more.
July 31, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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What’s in a name? 15 historic street names in Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX has over a century and a half of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
July 18, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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🛒 14 Prime Day sales you can (still) shop
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34+ Prime Day deals you may have missed the first time
Don’t lose the chance to shop Amazon bestsellers, unique tech finds, home upgrades, summer apparel, and more at up to 80% off.
July 10, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Seasonal
We looked at 1,000+ Prime Day sales — here’s what’s worth the buy
Browse our top 40+ Amazon Prime Day deals to find up to 80% off best-selling apparel, top tech, beauty blockbusters, kitchen essentials, and more.
July 9, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Get your sweat on at gyms around Kansas City
From lifting weights, personal training, dance fitness, and aerial silks — we’ve rounded up 25+ gyms and fitness offerings around Kansas City.
June 25, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
Get your groove on: 60 summer concerts in Raleigh
Jam out to your favorite tunes all summer long at these live performances coming to the Triangle this summer.
June 3, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Sports
The ultimate guide to sports teams in Charleston
From the RiverDogs to the Stingrays, we’re sharing all details of Charleston’s sports teams.
May 29, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Grill out with meats, fixin’s, and more from Charleston
Fire up the grill and enjoy a cookout that’s curated with locally procured goods.
May 22, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
Sip and savor at these wine bars in Columbia
Try a glass, enjoy a tasting, or take home a bottle at these Cola wine bars.
May 20, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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6AM BLOG
Speed, strategy, and audience: The NOVAtoday model for scalable growth
A behind-the-scenes look at how cross-functional collaboration and smart planning propelled 6AM City’s latest market launch in Northern Virginia.
May 8, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Feature your biz in our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide
May 5, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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15 murals around Madison
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
April 25, 2025
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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Sports
Pack your ear protection for these upcoming races at Texas Motor Speedway
NASCAR races, drag races, and a charity event are coming to Texas Motor Speedway this spring and summer.
April 25, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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