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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The exterior of the Richland main library with a banner for Read Freely Fest hanging about the rounded, glass front doors.
Culture
Richland Library’s inaugural Read Freely Fest coming to Columbia
The library’s free, family-friendly festival will feature author talks, book sales, and entertainment across across three day.
March 25, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Gatsby's Tavern. A large, red brick building next to a smaller red brick building. Both has white doors.
Culture
Gadsby’s Tavern history in Alexandria
The city’s oldest bar has been in service since the 18th century and has welcomed many historic figures, including the first US president.
March 20, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Three people are working together in what appears to be a warehouse or workshop with doors and windows. Two individuals wear blue "volunteer" shirts, while one person in a hoodie uses tape and a marker. They seem to be organizing or preparing materials for a project.
Culture
Where to make spring cleaning donations in Columbia
Doing some spring cleaning and have items to donate? Check out these 14 spots in the Columbia area accepting clothing and supply donations.
March 19, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A pothole in the middle of concrete, filled with water.
City
SCDOT announces its ‘Pothole Blitz’
The statewide effort invites residents to report potholes so crews can patch them and improve safety for drivers.
March 17, 2025
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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.
March 17, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Live
20+ pizza shops in Kansas City
Dig into Kansas City’s must-try pizza shops including local legends, fancier fare + cross-country crusts.
March 14, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Live
A guide to San Antonio’s pizza scene
Dig into 27 of San Antonio’s must-try pizza shops.
March 13, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero
An ariel shot of the 14th Street Bridge spanning the Potomac River to connect Arlington VA and Washing DC with images of the National Mall in the background.
Culture
Movies and TV shows filmed in Northern Virginia
NOVA is a star: You’ll be able to spot local destinations and landmarks while tuning in to these movies and television shows.
March 13, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
Segra Park gearing up for its 2025 season
The Columbia Fireflies will return, but the ballpark has a schedule filled with other events, promos, and food-themed festivals.
March 13, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Development
The Greenville Triumph broke ground on its 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.
March 12, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
A ruby-throated hummingbird in mid-flight.
Travel and Outdoors
When to spot hummingbirds across Charlotte
Birds like the ruby-throated hummingbird will be appearing in Charlotte in the spring — find out where you can spot them.
March 11, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A ruby-throated hummingbird with green feathers on its back, black wings, and a red throat. It's perched on a tree branch.
Culture
When and where to spot hummingbirds in Columbia
Birds like the ruby-throated hummingbird will be appearing in Columbia in the spring — find out where you can go to catch a sighting.
March 11, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A view of downtown columbia with the South Carolina Monument to the Confederate Dead and Synous building in the shot.
City
Downtown Columbia reimagined with its Strategic Plan and Design Guidelines draft
Residents are invited to give feedback on the plan that outlines its objectives with six “big ideas” for downtown Columbia.
March 11, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Work
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
A group of runners running on a bridge on a sunny day.
Fitness
Find a run club in the Northern Virginia area
Get ready to move with your new friends at these clubs around the Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and DC area.
March 7, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Picture of a brick home in a neighborhood located in Hospital Hill near downtown Kansas City
City
Better your corner of KCMO with the Neighborhood Empowerment Grant
A new round of funding means local neighborhood associations were awarded up to $20,000 each for community projects.
March 6, 2025
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Madison McMillen
A Piggly Wiggly sign reading "Thank you for shopping Pig on Devin. The Social Pig."
City
Piggly Wiggly on Devine Street announces its closure
The long-standing Columbia location, also known as the Social Pig, announced it will close its doors in the near future.
March 3, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The word "Columbia!" written in the style of the Jeopardy logo with a skyline photo beneath the text.
Culture
Columbia’s ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy’ category
The trivia game didn’t feature many Columbia questions, but the city has many pop culture facts — do you know them?
March 3, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The logo of the KC Streetcar as seen through a glass pane at its Art Museum stop. A sunset in the background shines behind two tall towers over an empty street.
City
Explore the KC Streetcar stop: Art Museums, 45th + Main
We’re continuing our series about the history, food, and fun you’ll find at the KC Streetcar stops, this time heading to Art Museums.
February 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Dozens of large, white eggs in a Trader Joe's cooler.
Food
Columbia egg prices compared to the national average
Egg prices are increasing due to avian influenza, but you’re likely to find a dozen below the national average in Columbia.
February 27, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Three blue cabins traveling over a river on the Saluda Skyride.
Development
Saluda Skyride in development at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
The aerial lift will connect the zoo and botanical garden and offer panoramic views of the Saluda River area.
February 27, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Femme Film Fest marquee outside of the Nickelodeon in Columbia
Culture
Femme Film Fest coming to The Nick
The three-day festival will honor International Women’s Day and showcase inspiring works highlighting female filmmakers.
February 25, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
SATXtoday: San Antonio Sandlot Baseball
Stay on track with your New Year’s resolution in San Antonio
Keep the momentum going with local recommendations to eat healthier, save money, and spend more time with your loved ones.
February 25, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero
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Culture
An introvert’s guide to Columbia
Looking to break out of your comfort zone as an introvert? Follow your interests and partake in these groups and gatherings.
February 21, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Four trash collectors with pick-up sticks and green trash bags collecting debris from the ground.
City
Keep the Midlands Beautiful’s 2025 visible litter audit results
The environmental nonprofit conducts an annual audit of Richland and Lexington counties to assess the level of visible litter.
February 21, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
An aerial shot of Tampa. Sun is shining on sporadic skyscrapers and the bay and waterways are visible in the background.
Culture
Stay on track with your New Year’s resolution in Tampa Bay
Keep the momentum going with local recommendations to eat healthier, save money, and spend more time with your loved ones.
February 21, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A trail with mismatched concrete, a person on a bike, two people walking a dog, and a jogger.
City
Four trails expected to begin work in Greenville in 2025
Greenville discussed 12 upcoming trail projects for 2025, including four that are expected to begin their development this year.
February 20, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A series of condos on a curved street with people walking on the sidewalk and a biker.
City
The McDaniel will add 10 more condos in Phase 2
The McDaniel will offer 30 luxury condominiums once Phase 2 of construction is completed.
February 18, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
The sign for Gardener's Outpost in columbia with a sun-like face logo. There's a tree blocking the rightside of the logo.
Culture
13 Midlands spots to buy indoor plants
Looking to add something living to your living room? Check out these stores in the Columbia area where you can find household plants.
February 17, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Downtown Forth Worth with City Hall in the background. There are rows of trees illuminated by lights, with cars parked along the sides and streetlights creating a glow around the place. It is nighttime, and businesses are also lit up.
Culture
Stay on track with your New Year’s resolution in Fort Worth
Keep the momentum going with local recommendations to eat healthier, save money, and spend more time with your loved ones.
February 17, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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