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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

Assistant Managing Editor

Jessalin is based in Brooklyn, NY and holds Masters’ from the University of Colorado and The New School. She loves walking her chihuahuas in Prospect Park and hunting for the perfect brunch.

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City
Would congestion pricing work in San Antonio?
San Antonio is one of the most traffic-heavy cities in the country. But what would it look like if San Antonio tried something like the congestion pricing in New York City?
February 19, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Founder of KFC, Colonel Sanders wearing his iconic bowtie and glasses points at the camera
Culture
Kentucky Fried Chicken headquarters leave Louisville for Texas
No news on whether the KFC Yum! Center will change its name.
February 18, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A white hanging sign with all caps serif font reads Nook & Nowhere, Bookstore, Bar, Cafe. It hangs on a brick wall with a black iron bar.
Culture
Here comes trouble: Trouble Bar transforms into Nook & Nowhere
Take a look at what is new for this acclaimed bourbon and whiskey bar.
February 13, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
February 11, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
3 rare corpse flowers that previously bloomed in Madison
Putricia isn’t the only stinky flower in the world.
February 4, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Asheville skyline with an orange glow across the sky.
Culture
Test your knowledge with our monthly news quiz
See how thoroughly you’ve been reading our newsletter with a 10-question quiz about Asheville’s biggest headlines.
February 3, 2025
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Kate Mazade
A large, five foot corpse flower in bloom with no petals sits backdropped by smaller plants
Culture
Meet Dame Judi Stench and Pepe le Pew: Arnold Arboretum’s corpse flowers
Australia’s Putricia isn’t the only stinky flower in the world.
January 30, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A green bulb of a corpse flower sits amongst leaves at the Franklin Park Conservatory
Culture
Meet 5 corpse flowers in Columbus
Putricia isn’t the only stinky flower in the world.
January 28, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Photo of Hyde Park with trees and "Sleeping Panther" fountain.
Live
Fort Worth’s oldest places
What is the oldest house in Fort Worth? How about the oldest honky-tonk? What was President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s favorite restaurant? We have the answers.
January 22, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Education
Winter gardening tips for Columbia
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 16, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Real Estate
Winter gardening tips for Asheville, NC
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 16, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Khailing Neoh smiles at the camera, wearing a navy chef's coat which reads "Sum Bar."
Culture
What is inside the owner of Sum Bar owner Khailing Neoh’s personal kitchen?
We sat down with owner of Sum Bar, Khailing Neoh, to find out what she keeps in her fridge. Plus, the one kitchen gadget she’d give everyone in the world.
January 16, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
NOOGAtoday | Urban Horticulture Supply
Culture
Winter gardening tips for Chattanooga
Learn how to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 14, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
Winter weather preparedness guide for San Antonio
Your local guide on how to prepare for winter weather events
January 6, 2025
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Adriana Christian
A bookshelf next to a window at Beacon Hill Bookstore.
Culture
Books written by authors with connections to Boston
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Boston.
January 2, 2025
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Jessica Burton
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Play
Kid-friendly activities in Columbia
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Columbia, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A rainbow lit Christmas Tree lighting at Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas at night
City
How to throw out your Christmas tree in Dallas
Can you put your Christmas tree on the curb in Dallas? We looked into it.
December 17, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Answered: Our readers’ 2024 predictions
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
December 16, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
2024 predictions bingo card — top row: "Temps hit 100 in June," "Dolly Parton concert announced," + "City Cafe reopens on Broad Street in May, second row: "Featured on a best food list," "free space," + "Walnut Street bridge repairs get delayed until 2025" third row: "Nominated for a Best Bathroom award," "I-24 interchange construction is complete," + "Your bestie subscribes to NOOGAtoday"
Culture
Answered: Our readers’ 2024 predictions
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
December 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Columbia deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Columbia?
December 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The iconic Hi, How Are You mural off of Guadalupe Stree.
Culture
Which locations around Austin deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Austin?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Indy deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Indianapolis?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Charleston deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Charleston?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Richmond deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Richmond?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Henry B. Plant Museum
Culture
Which locations around Tampa Bay deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Tampa Bay?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Fort Worth deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Fort Worth?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Which locations around Lakeland deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Lakeland?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
SATXtoday: Alamo Observance
Culture
Which locations around San Antonio deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around San Antonio?
December 12, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
NOOGAtoday | Cravens House
Culture
Which locations around Chattanooga deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Chattanooga?
December 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter gardening tips for Greenville
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
December 11, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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