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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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
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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
SD Greetings mural
Play
25 murals around San Diego
Explore San Diego’s murals — from images of postcards and celebrities to unforgettable splashes of color.
October 4, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Jimmy Carter speaking at a podium in 1979 at Thomas Jefferson High School with the US flag as a backdrop behind him
City
Jimmy Carter at 100: His visits to the Tampa Bay area
Plus, see how you can send a message to the former president to celebrate his centennial birthday.
September 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A concertgoer watching live music at Amalie Arena.
Music
Still to come in 2024: 10 Tampa Bay area concerts
The final quarter of 2024 is packed with performances from legendary singers, 1980s icons, rap stars, and rising pop stars.
September 26, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An aerial shot of Miller Park with buildings in the background.
Events
A Joint Effort voter rally coming to Miller Park
The event is a fusion of activism and community fun and will feature discussions, food, entertainment, and voter registration.
September 23, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Orange leaves covering the Walnut Street Bridge.
City
When to expect peak fall foliage in Chattanooga
October is going to be a colorful month in Hamilton County, and there are plenty of places to look at the leaves before they fall.
September 23, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Dallas
Dallas may be a loud city, but there are many places Dallasites can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
September 19, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A redline train on the tracks
Government
Mecklenburg County moves forward with 1-cent sales tax increase
The proposal aims to support the development of transportation projects in the Charlotte area and could make it to the ballot by 2025.
September 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Freedom Park in Charlotte with a lake and trees.
Culture
How to find your third place in the Charlotte area
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces that you frequent in your community.
September 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior of the Nolensville station with a red pickup truck parked in front of it.
City
Nolensville opens its first-ever fire station
The $12 million development is the town’s largest capital project and will serve as the home for Nolensville Fire & Rescue Department.
September 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
View of 333 Commerce St. building from JBJ's Nashville.
City
Tourism in 2023: Davidson County’s numbers
The tourism industry brought more money to Davidson County than any other county in Tennessee. What did those numbers look like?
September 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A lake at dusk in Lakeland with night lights illuminating and city buildings in the background.
Culture
Lakeland’s hottest trends for summer 2024
“brat summer” is unofficially over, so we’re looking back on what was really hot in Lakeland thanks to Google Trends search results.
September 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A Japanese garden with a large pond and arched bridge during autumn.
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Portland
These spots offer a space to clear your mind and escape the noise of city life.
September 3, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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History
Columbia’s 1999 time capsule
What was Columbia like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
August 30, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A musician with a guitar standing in front of the WoodSongs stage with musicians in the background at the Lyric Theatre.
City
Weeknight warriors: 15 weekday events in Lexington
Don’t wait for the weekend — explore these recurring weeknight shows, games, drink deals, and more throughout Lexington.
August 30, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
SATXtoday: The Springs at Civic Park Hemisfair
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in San Antonio
These spots offer a space to clear your mind and escape the noise of San Antonio
August 29, 2024
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Adriana Christian
A rendering of the forthcoming American Gardens park in downtown Charleston with a concrete sidewalk, fountain, and people sitting at tables.
Parks and Recreation
City of Charleston approves plans for American Gardens park
The Harleston Village park will take over a 1-acre space that used to belong to the Dominion Energy building.
August 29, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Aerial shots of downtown Charleston with search bar reading "Charleston 1999"
Culture
Charleston’s 1999 time capsule
What was Charleston like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
August 29, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A waterfall plunges in smooth white over a rocky ledge.
Development
Closed for construction: Oregon state parks to receive repairs thanks to GO Bonds
The effort will help revitalize eight state parks, but the ongoing construction will result in full or partial closures through 2026.
August 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
People at tables playing trivia at Wonderwood Springs
Culture
15 weekday events in Portland
Don’t wait for the weekend — explore these recurring weeknight shows, games, drink deals, and more throughout Portland.
August 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Multiple pizzas sit on plates with steam coming off the top. They are on a silver countertop with five pies visible, with several different flavor combinations visible.
Play
A guide to Tampa Bay’s pizza scene
Here’s where to grab a slice at 15+ places in Tampa Bay.
August 21, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A group of people gather for an outdoor, educational session at Rad Myco.
Culture
Rad Myco returns to Brown Bottle Farm for its 2024 festival
The four-day celebration of mushrooms and lichens takes places on the Mulino, OR, farm from Thursday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 29.
August 20, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A postcard-style image with the "American Idol" logo and "Oregon Auditions" outlined in gold.
Culture
‘Idol Across America’ lets Oregonians audition for ‘American Idol’
Locals can virtually audition for the talent competition on Monday, Aug. 26 and could be invited to appear in front of the celebrity judging panel.
August 20, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of older adults hiking with a waterfall behind them.
Culture
17+ activities for retired locals in Portland
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Portland.
August 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Two skateboarders jumping over a metal screw in the ground with Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall's Portland sign in the background.
Culture
Portland to host the inaugural Rockstar Energy Open
The 3-day skateboarding competition will take place at Tom McCall Waterfront Park with music and art and will be free for locals to attend.
August 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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