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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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21 spots to grab a drink after work in Boston
Hit the town and enjoy a drink after work at one of these cheers-worthy local bars.
March 28, 2025
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8 outfit ideas for your next beach trip
Whether you’re headed out for a girls getaway, a fun family trip, or a romantic all-inclusive escape with your significant other — we’ve got an outfit for you.
March 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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15 historic street names in Charleston
Take a walk down memory lane and explore how these historic streets got their names.
March 21, 2025
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Be the best fan with our guide to sports teams in Portland
From the Trail Blazers to the Rose City Rollers, we’re sharing all the details of Portland’s sports teams, plus some big-name programs from across the state.
March 11, 2025
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The top industries and employers in the Columbia metro area
The Columbia metro area covers Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, and Richland counties.
March 10, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Your guide to sports teams in Seattle
From Seattle Reign FC and the Seahawks to the Mariners and Storm — we’re sharing all you need to know about Seattle’s sports teams.
March 7, 2025
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Your guide to sports teams in San Diego
From the San Diego Padres to the San Diego Gulls, we’re sharing details of San Diego’s sports teams.
March 7, 2025
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Monica Garske
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter gardening tips for Lexington, KY
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
February 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
The ultimate road trip to Mount Dora, FL
Hit the road and head to Mount Dora — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
January 28, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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Get your sweat on at 30+ gyms around Fort Worth
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 30+ gyms and fitness offerings around Cowtown.
January 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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30 historic street names in Louisville, KY
In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
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Get your sweat on at gyms around Louisville, KY
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 29 gyms and fitness offerings around Louisville.
January 10, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Vegan and vegetarian spots around Asheville
These vegan and vegetarian meals are what dreams are made of.
January 10, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Get your sweat on at gyms around Asheville
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 35+ gyms and fitness offerings around Asheville.
January 3, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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CBUStoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
December 17, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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December 2, 2024
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PDXtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 21, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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40 volunteer opportunities in Seattle
This list of volunteer opportunities in Seattle includes everything from tutoring students to park clean-ups.
November 18, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
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The ultimate road trip to Savannah
Hit the road and head to Savannah — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
November 18, 2024
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Alexandra Garian
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SJtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 13, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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SDtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 13, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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DALtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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BOStoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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608today’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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SEAtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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SACtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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AVLtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 50+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 11, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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WStoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
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