Michael Beausoleil

Michael Beausoleil

Senior Product 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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A bronze statue of Elvis Presley wearing a belt and holding in guitar. This display is in the Tennessee Welcome Center in Memphis and sits in a room with glass windows and doors.
Culture
Elvis Presley’s Tennessee and Knoxville history
The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll lived in Memphis for a time, but his story includes visits to Knoxville and a legacy in Tennessee.
August 11, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A woman sits at an outdoor restaurant table, smiling down at a dog beside her who is looking up at her food. She is wearing a cozy beige sweater and holding a bite of food in one hand. The table is set with plates of food, drinks, and a menu, surrounded by greenery and glass partitions.
Culture
5 dog-friendly restaurants in Orlando
Not only do these Orlando area spots welcome dogs, they have menus dedicated to your four-legged friends.
August 6, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
"I voted #GoVoteTN" stickers. There is a column for three stickers with the phrase surrounded by a red state of Tennessee.
City
Vote in the City of Knoxville Primary Election
This election will determine two candidates from each eligible City Council District to be on the General Election ballot in November.
August 6, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Live music at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre in Chula Vista
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Sound On: Live music venues in San Diego
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
August 6, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Black-and-white photo of a Market Street in Louisville from 1940, showing vintage cars parked in front of a department store named "Bacon's." The storefront has large display windows with mannequins, and neighboring shops include one labeled “Logan.” The multi-story buildings have ornate architectural details above the ground floor.
Culture
Department stores that used to exist in Louisville
This back-to-school history lesson takes a look at five former department + mall anchor stores that used to be in Louisville.
July 31, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Where to find lunch for $15 or less in San Diego
Lunch near San Diego shouldn’t break the bank. From salads to sandwiches, we’ve got the best lunch spots that everyone can agree on.
July 30, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Where would you put an outdoor library in Tampa Bay?
The concept is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in TBAY.
July 24, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Culture
8 local adult birthday party ideas
It’s your birthday, you can party if you want to.
July 21, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Farmers markets in Columbia
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 10 farmers markets around Columbia, SC.
July 16, 2025
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Vagney Hampshire
A rendering of a two-story building with stone and wood architecture, set in a lush, wooded area. The structure features large windows, wraparound balconies, and a ramped bridge entrance over a stone culvert. People are shown walking, sitting, and using a wheelchair, suggesting accessibility and community use.
Ruby Falls starts construction on its new headquarters
The underground waterfall’s site will craft its new building as the first Mass Timber construction in the Chattanooga area.
July 14, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A decadent milkshake topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, strawberry drizzle, and a slice of cheesecake sits on a counter. The rim of the glass is coated with crumbled cereal pieces, and red syrup drips down the side. In the background, a blurred menu is propped up against a wood-paneled wall.
Food
Cool treats to beat the heat in Chattanooga
Is the Chattanooga heat getting the best of you? Check out these local treats to help you cool down.
July 14, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A multilevel parking garage entrance and exit are shown on a city street. Signs indicate "Exit Only" on the left and "Entrance Clearance 8'2''" on the right, with a blue "Spaces Available" sign above. The building exterior features concrete and red brick, with a nearby storefront on the right.
City
Chattanooga Parking Authority introducing parking credit pilot program
The three-month initiative will allow locals to receive up to $24 in parking credits as long as they have a valid city sticker.
July 10, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture

5 animals that used to roam Chattanooga
Unbury Chattanooga history by looking at these five animals that called the area home before they went extinct.
July 8, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A woman's hand holding an open box of pizza in front of a black food truck.
Live
A guide to Charlotte’s pizza scene
Enjoy a slice of the Queen City’s must-try pizza shops
July 8, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Culture
Cool off with deals during Chattanooga Chill Week
The week-long celebration will offer $5 treats from small businesses in the city, including coffee, smoothies, and ice cream.
July 7, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A sunlit table set with an assortment of dishes, including two pizzas—one topped with pepperoni, basil, and mushrooms, and another featuring greens and thinly sliced vegetables. A folded pizza with pesto and cheese sits on branded parchment paper, accompanied by a burger, a basket of cookies, and a powdered pastry. The table also holds cocktails and iced drinks, with wooden plates, napkins, and utensils arranged for dining.
Live
33 places to get a great pizza in Austin
Dig into Austin’s must-try pizza shops including New York-style, Roman pizza, wood-fired, Detroit-style, and creative pies.
July 3, 2025
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Laura Figi
A vegan pizza on a white plate. There is a slice missing in the upper left and globs of cheese, sauce, and basil leaves.
Culture
Try new plant-based dishes in the Chattanooga Vegan Chef Challenge
The month-long event will focuse on highlighting meatless meals with exclusive menu items at 17 restaurants around the city.
July 2, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Farmers markets in San Diego: Where to find fresh food
Pack your reusable bags and your shopping list, because we’re shopping local at these 30+ farmers markets around San Diego, CA.
June 26, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
An upright skeleton depicting a giant ground sloth. It's about 7 ft tall with its paws up.
City
5 animals that used to roam Charleston
Unbury Charleston history by looking at these five animals that once called the area home before they went extinct.
June 19, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A aerial view of Charleston. You can see tops of buildings, a church steeple and greenery.
City
Charleston’s ranking as a best place to live
U.S. News and World Report placed the Holy City as a great place to live, giving it especially strong scores for retirees.
June 17, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Live
Take a slice out of Madison’s pizza scene with 20+ local shops
Dig into Madison’s must-try pizza shops including fun flavors, fancy offerings, and frozen favorites.
June 10, 2025
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Ally Geiger
The Fort Worth Stockyards sign.
Fort Worth ranks as one of the best places to live in the US
U.S. News & World Report named the city one of the best places to live in the US, highlighting strong qualities and areas for improvement.
June 2, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Live
20 facts you didn’t know about San Antonio
We’re bringing you 20 fun facts about the Alamo City, so you’ll want to quiz yourself whether you’re a trivia fiend or local enthusiast.
May 29, 2025
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Adriana Christian
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Culture
San Antonio’s summer reading list for adults
Get ready for a summer full of page turners — these books are geared toward adults and have proven to be popular in the Alamo City.
May 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Someone has a chapter book called "The Bright Years" by Sarah Damoff in their hands in front of outdoor signage on a window reading "Monkey & Dog Book Shop."
Culture
FTWtoday’s adult summer reading list
Get ready for the summer by finding your next page-turner, including books by local authors and recommendations from local bookstores.
May 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A tray of barbecue snacks from Burnt Bean Co. features crispy pork rinds, deviled eggs, spicy pickles, pimento cheese dip, a smoked sausage link, and glazed brisket slices. The food is arranged neatly on brown butcher paper over a white tray. Everything sits on a rustic wooden table.
Food
San Antonio’s top-ranked barbecue spots
Texas Monthly ranked a San Antonio-area spot as its No. 1 pick, with other local spots earning recognition on it’s “Best BBQ Joints” list.
May 27, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A bright yellow food truck labeled "Boteco ATX" serves Brazilian street food and is parked beside some potted tropical plants. The truck has a large serving window, a visible menu, and blue branding details, including a spray paint outline of Guy Fieri's head. A black chalkboard menu leans against the truck near the front wheel.
Restaurants
Austin restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
Dig into the local restaurants that prompted the Mayor of Flavortown to make a trip to Austin and film his Food Network show.
May 16, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
City skyline at night overlooking the two bridges and Tennessee River as the sun goes down in a pink/blue sky
Culture
Answering Reddit’s burning Chattanooga questions
The popular social media site has many ongoing conversations, so we found responses to some trending questions in Chattanooga.
May 16, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Statue of Athena in gold armor holding Nike, inside the Parthenon replica in Nashville, with columns and skylight above.
Culture
Nashville’s Parthenon celebrates Athena’s 35th birthday
The museum will host festivities including talks, tours, and a sketching activity that will honor the 42-ft replica statue.
May 15, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior of The Book & Cover bookstore with a child joyfully walking down the entry ramp, glass windows, and people sitting at tables outside the store.
Culture
NOOGAtoday’s adult summer reading list
Get ready for the summer by finding your next page-turner, including books by local organizations and recommendations from local bookstores.
May 14, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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