Michael Beausoleil

Michael Beausoleil

Senior National Content Editor

Michael is based in San Diego, CA and joined 6AM City after working in higher education and a decade of creating digital content. When he’s not writing, he enjoys drinking coffee, watching competition reality shows, and discovering music.

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City
2024 Fort Worth Wrapped: Cowtown’s top news of the year
It’s that time of year again — Spotify Wrapped is out, and so is ours. Ready to see which stories Fort Worthians tuned into?
December 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Distance shot of the Old Fayette County Court House
Real Estate
Lexington’s Richardsonian Romanesque history
This architectural style gained popularity in the late 1800s but can still be seen at many of Lexington’s landmarks and homes.
December 16, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Black and white photograph of cars parked along a row of storefronts. Snow has been swept from sidewalks and is piled between the sidewalks and the cars.
City
The history of snow in Winston-Salem
What are the highs and lows when it comes to snow storms in The Twin City, and can you expect a white Christmas this year?
December 13, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A pizza covered in fennel and onions.
Live
A guide to Lexington’s pizza scene
We’re just a bunch of weirdoughs diving head first into LEX’s must-try pizza shops including Goodfellas, Pearl’s Pizza Pie, and Rolling Oven.
December 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A slice of pizza on a plate sitting on a menu for Pizza Lupo
Live
A guide to Louisville’s pizza scene
Dig into LOU’s must-try pizza shops including Lupo, The Post, and Mozzapi.
November 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
Lexington introduces its STR complaint hotline
Locals now have a designated website and portal where they can submit concerns pertaining to short term rentals and rule violations.
November 19, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An exterior view of Lakeland Regional Medical Center with a glass building, brick building, and a grassy median with a fountain.
Wellness
How germ-prone is Lakeland?
According to Soliant Health, Lakeland ranks low on its list of cities most likely to get sick, and there are precautions you can take this flu season.
November 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A tall, black, pointed monument at Veterans Park in Lexington, KY, that honors inductees in the Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame.
City
Ways to honor veterans in Lexington
The city shows its gratitude for United States Armed Forces servicepeople through art, volunteering, and business opportunities.
November 8, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A map of Lexington with five yellow areas highlighted.
City
Urban County Planning adopts the Urban Growth Master Plan
Lexington plans to expand by 2,800 acres and add five new areas to the city that will support its population and housing growth.
November 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
6+ activities for retired locals in Louisville
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Louisville.
November 4, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
Greenville Triumph SC Chairman Joe Erwin stands at a podium making an announcement with a brick building behind him and a City of Mauldin sign.
Development
Greenville Triumph announces a new stadium coming to BridgeWay Station
The 10,000-seat stadium is slated to open in 2026 and will serve as a home to the Greenville Triumph Soccer Club and the Greenville Liberty Soccer Club.
October 30, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
A skeleton for Dia de los Muertos at the Living Arts and Sciences museum in lexington.
Culture
Día de los Muertos events around town
Help celebrate Día de los Muertos and honor those who have passed at one of these events happening in town.
October 29, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A trick-or-treaters in a green costume holding a candy bag while kicking.
Culture
Trick-or-treat: celebrate Halloween in Lexington
Have a night full of treats — not tricks — whether you’re trick-or-treating, passing candy out, or just avoiding the extra traffic.
October 28, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Snow and the state Kentucky state capitol.
Business
Kentucky exported $40B in goods in 2023
The record-breaking number is supported with additional funding to the STEP program to help local businesses enter the global market.
October 28, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Two people standing on tennis court at net holding paddleball racquets. A ball is coming toward them in mid-air. People are on other courts behind them.
17+ activities for retired locals in Winston-Salem
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Winston-Salem.
October 28, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
Dishes from Tuk Tuk Snack Shop including a bowl with greens, meat, and rice; a sandwich on a wheat bun; and veggies and dipping sauce.
Food
Lexington ranks as the 4th best food city in the US
The city earned the ranking in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for its culinary excellence and distilleries.
October 25, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
15+ activities for retired locals in Fort Worth
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Fort Worth.
October 24, 2024
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Kate Mazade
Four older adults sitting in chairs making music by playing instruments like the flute or recorder at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Culture
10+ activities for retired locals in Lexington
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Lexington.
October 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Travel and Outdoors
Let’s glow: The Lex Glow Ride returns
Hundreds of Lexingtonians are planning to decorate their bikes with glowing lights and participate in a community-wide cycling event.
October 22, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
Folks kayaking
Culture
10 activities for retired locals in Chattanooga
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Chattanooga.
October 21, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Catalogue Collection sweater
Culture
Sweater weather has arrived in Chattanooga
Get ready for the fall chill by finding a new sweater, or grab the materials at a local shop to make your own.
October 18, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Knights in armor battling in a field as crews hold cameras and mics.
Entertainment
FilmLEX introduced to bring more entertainment projects to Lexington
The initiative offers financial incentives to encourage production studios to use Lexington and its talent pool for projects.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A rack of sweaters for sale at Vintage Therapy.
Weather
Sweater weather has arrived in Lexington
Get ready for the fall chill by finding a new sweater, or grab the materials at a local shop to make your own.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Airbnb CG Coronado Crown Villa
Live
Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around San Diego
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around America’s Finest City and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
October 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Aerial shot of the river at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary with trees with multiple shades of leaves.
Weather
When to expect peak fall foliage in Lexington
October is going to be a colorful month in Fayette County, and there are plenty of places to look at the leaves before they fall.
October 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Cars traveling down West High Street in Lexington.
Airports and Transportation
Lexington’s Urban County Council will host is inaugural transportation expo
Organized by the Public Input Subcommittee, this effort aims to collect feedback from locals and help them connect with transit professionals.
October 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of adults stand in front of easels holding canvases, all facing a pond hosting scattered lily pads. The adults are grouped around one member as they paint.
Culture
15+ activities for retired locals in Seattle
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of your golden years in the Emerald City.
October 11, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
a photo of the skyline
City
Lexington receives a $750,000 grant to improve urban development
Lexington is one of 10 US cities selected by Reimagining the Civic Commons for funding to enhance policies surrounding public spaces.
October 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A blue flag with the "250Lex" logo outlines in green and red.
Events
250Lex: Lexington’s plan to celebrate its 250th birthday
250Lex will kick off with a New Years Eve party and host more themed events throughout the year to highlight different aspects of local culture.
October 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
15+ activities for retired locals in Kansas City
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in the City of Fountains.
October 8, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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