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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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Culture
Everything you need to know about this year’s Bull City Summit
Celebrate innovation in science, music, the arts, and technology at this year’s Bull City Summit in Durham, NC.
August 17, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A view of Leavenworth, WA's downtown area with Bavarian-themed buildings against the backdrop of mountains
Play
The ultimate road trip to Leavenworth, WA
Washington’s picturesque Bavarian village makes for a charming getaway any time of year.
August 14, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A s'mores cookie from Insomnia Cookies.
Food
Places to satisfy your s’mores craving in Charleston
Whether your sweet tooth wants this campfire treat in the summer or the fall, these places can satisfy your s’mores craving year round.
August 9, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
The latest data on non-alcoholic beverages and where to drink them in Charleston
Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in the Holy City.
August 9, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
Get a taste of Charleston as a flavor of ice cream
From southern red velvet to praline, here are what ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
August 7, 2023
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Erika Ross
Is there anything better than oysters with a bit of lemon juice? | Photo by BOStoday team
Food
Celebrate National Oyster Day with local deals and events
We’ve rounded up six National Oyster Day happenings for you to enjoy.
August 3, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Mikey's Late Night Slice | Photo by @latenightslice
City
Local businesses we’d change our name for in exchange for freebies
In the midst of the Subway name change offer, we want to know: What businesses in Columbus, Ohio would you change your name for?
August 2, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
Lake Maggiore
City
St. Pete to receive $20.4 million from Florida Department of Environmental Protection
We’re breaking down how these funds will be dispersed across city projects.
August 1, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.
Food
What ice cream flavor best embodies Charleston?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make Charleston into its very own flavor of ice cream?
July 26, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
5 sensational cookie spots
Whether it’s a classic chocolate chip or an innovative take on red velvet, these local cookie shops have something for everyone.
July 25, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
The headquarters and offices of the San Diego Unified School District
Education
22 school districts in San Diego
From North County to the South Bay, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the school districts in San Diego County.
July 25, 2023
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Monica Garske
A corner bench outside with blankets, pillows, and a table of candles and wine glasses.
Retail
Upgrade every room of the house with our top picks for home
From the Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker to outdoor-friendly TVs, these products will easily upgrade your home.
July 11, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A corner bench outside with blankets, pillows, and a table of candles and wine glasses.
Home
The best 2023 Prime Day deals to upgrade every room in the house
From the Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker to outdoor-friendly TVs, here are all best Amazon Prime Day deals to shop this year.
July 11, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A view of downtown Julian in San Diego County's mountains.
Play
The ultimate road trip to Julian
Hit the road and head to San Diego County’s charming mountain town — we’re sharing all the details about what to do, where to eat and drink, and where to stay.
July 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
A charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, nuts, crackers, honey, and more.
Food
Build a local charcuterie board
We’ve rounded up local spots for you to procure meats, cheeses, jams and jellies, crackers, olives, nuts, and more for your next charcuterie board.
July 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
Gluten-free eats in Sacramento
Gluten-free gluttony
July 6, 2023
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Jordan Radach
AR Workshop in Asheville hosts corporate events.
Work
Office outings to bring the team together
We are providing ways to facilitate team-bonding and fun experiences with nine office outings that are sure to bring coworkers together.
July 5, 2023
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Cat George
A man holds two ice cream cones — each with a double scoop — in front of a lit-up building at night.
Food
Get a taste of Sacramento as a flavor of ice cream
Here are the ice cream flavors that you said best describe our city.
July 5, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
Get a taste of Asheville as a flavor of ice cream
From beer to sourwood honey, here are what ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
July 3, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Saluda Grade Trail through Tryon
Travel and Outdoors
South Carolina’s 2023-2024 budget includes $10 million for the Saluda Grade Trail
The Saluda Grade Trail Conservancy is spearheading the construction of a 31-mile trail that will run through South Carolina and North Carolina.
June 22, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A cup of ice cream topped with cookies in a paper bowl with cartoons and the words "sugar" and love"
Culture
Get a taste of Seattle as a flavor of ice cream
From coffee to chocolate, these are the ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
June 20, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
An individual making a mixed drink using a golden cocktail shaker.
Food
Recipe: A zero-proof margarita
Use Ritual Zero Proof’s alcohol-free liquor to create a sip-worthy summer cocktail.
June 20, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A chocolate dipped cone with colorful sprinkles photographed in front of the Bobbie's Dairy Dip sign.
Food
Get a taste of Nashville as a flavor of ice cream
Here are what ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
June 19, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Boston
From breakfast to dinner — we’ve rounded up a day full of kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.
June 19, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.
Food
What ice cream flavor best embodies Tampa Bay?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make Tampa Bay into its very own flavor of ice cream?
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.
Food
What ice cream flavor best embodies San Jose?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make San Jose into its very own flavor of ice cream?
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
What ice cream flavor best embodies San Diego?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make San Diego into its very own flavor of ice cream?
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
7 tattoo shops in Tampa Bay, FL
Let’s get poked at these local tattoo shops.
June 12, 2023
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Brad Haft
Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.
Food
Get a taste of San Antonio as a flavor of ice cream
Here are the ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Picnic approved ice cream | Photo via Salt & Straw
Food
Get a taste of Portland as a flavor of ice cream
From marionberry to chocolate stout, these are the ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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