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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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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Live
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
608 Salvatore's pizza
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
A tiny, house-shaped box full of books.
City
Where to find a Little Free Library near you
We’ve got all the tricks in the book to find these miniature bibliotecas.
May 12, 2025
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Laura Figi
A storefront with an A-frame chalkboard sign past the sidewalk promoting shopping small.
Culture
Spoil your dog at these Charlotte area pet stores
Stock up on essentials and grab treats for your dog at these local stores where your four-legged companion can tag along.
May 8, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A hand holds a plastic cup of iced coffee with the message "We love you" written on it. In the background is a black wall featuring the Bitty & Beau’s Coffee logo surrounded by a coffee bean mural. The cafe has a cozy interior with a window letting in natural light.
Culture
Meet Bitty & Beau’s Coffee in Charlotte
The South End coffee shop aims to give meaningful employment opportunities to people with disabilities.
May 8, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The Tech 16 Bridge with wave-like white arches spans over a small river, leading toward the Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital, a sleek, glass-fronted building in the background. Trees with spring foliage and blooming purple flowers line the area around the bridge. The scene is lit by warm, late-afternoon sunlight under a clear sky.
City
16 Tech Bridge opens on Indy’s west side
The 342-ft structure has separate lanes for cars, vehicles, and pedestrians and will feature dynamic lighting for observations.
April 30, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A colorful building with a large red splatter-shaped sign reading "Nickelodeon" in bold white letters, featuring bright blue walls, red railings, and a yellow section decorated with red shapes.
The history of Nickelodeon Studios in Orlando
Cable network Nickelodeon helped define children’s TV with shows filmed at its studio in Orlando, but the space closed in 2005.
April 29, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A rendering for the STEM building with a stone building and slatted glass front. Two people stand in a sidewalk in front of the building.
Development
IU Indianapolis begins construction on its STEM Lab Building
The site will add new research spaces and laboratories for the school’s Science and Technology Corridor.
April 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Live
What’s May Gray and June Gloom in San Diego?
Locals know it’s not always sunny in San Diego — especially in May and June.
April 24, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A cozy independent bookstore with green bookshelves filled with colorful books and gift items. A checkout counter with a touchscreen register, tip jar, and small displays sits in the foreground. The space has exposed brick walls, a wooden floor, and a sign on the door that reads “Foxing Books.”
Culture
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Louisville
This page-turning occasion makes shopping at indie stores even better with special deals, releases, freebies, and chances to win prizes.
April 24, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of people stand in front of two blue "COMET" buses during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. A woman in the center cuts the white ribbon while others smile and pose for the photo. The event celebrates the launch of COMET's new zero-emission bus fleet.
City
COMET unveils its first zero-emission buses
The transit system is building its zero-emissions fleet by adding buses with hydrogen fuel cell and battery-electric technology.
April 22, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The ColaJazz Fest Main Stage with a band performing. Two people are in front playing horns while there are four performers in the background on a saxophone, a cello, drums, and a guitar.
Culture
Main Street Jazz Fest returns May 10 + May 11
The ColaJazz Foundation organized this show that will bring five musicians to a free Saturday show on Main Street.
April 16, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of runners pose in nature in front of a sign that reads "Sunflowers."
Culture
How to find a run or walk club in the Knoxville area
Get in your steps as you sprint or stroll with your new friends at these clubs around the Knoxville area.
April 15, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Black and white photo of children getting off of a train named the "Portland Zoo Railway."
Culture
Entry prices for Portland attractions: opening day vs. today
Inflation is no fun, but these five Portland attractions have grown their number of offerings as their admission fees increased.
April 14, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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