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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Madison skyline with a search bar that says "Madison 1999"
Culture
Madison’s 1999 time capsule
What was Madison 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.
June 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Raleigh skyline with a search bar reading "Raleigh 1999"
Culture
Raleigh’s 1999 time capsule
What was Raleigh 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.
June 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Louisville bridge and skyline with a search bar reading "Louisville 1999"
Culture
Louisville’s 1999 time capsule
What was Louisvile 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.
June 14, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The Space Needle and a Seattle aerial shot with a search bar overlay reading "Seattle 1999"
Culture
Seattle’s 1999 time capsule
What was Seattle 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.
June 13, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Austin aerial view with search bar looking up "Austin 1999"
Culture
Austin’s 1999 time capsule
What was Austin 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.
June 13, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Three PWHL Boston players glide on the ice with a ref in front of them.
Sports
PWHL Boston beefs up its roster
Boston added six new players to the team in this year’s draft.
June 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The play slope in City Hall Plaza in Boston.
Events
Boston will host its first International Day of Play
The city will provide free games, activities, and crafts in City Hall Plaza on June 11.
June 7, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Charlotte exit 74 highway sign.
City
What does Charlotte’s average commute look like?
The average commute for a worker in Charlotte is below the national average, and the amount of time spent traveling has declined over the past decade.
June 5, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Boston skyline view from Spectacle Island. Boston Harbor is in between the island and the city and a sandy beach and dock are near the photographer.
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Boston
Boston may be the noisiest city in the US, but these five local attractions allow you to escape the stresses of living in a big city.
June 5, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A bridge over a creek in Freedom Park NC
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Charlotte
Charlotte can get loud at times, but there are many places Charlotteans can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
June 3, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
5 places to find peace and quiet in Charleston
These spots offer a space to clear your mind and escape the noise of Charleston’s summertime business.
May 29, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
People looking at the Freedom Park beacon.
Travel and Outdoors
5 places to find peace + quiet in Raleigh
Escape noise pollution in places of solitude in the Triangle.
May 28, 2024
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Danyale Daniels
A highway Interstate 71 exit sign heading to Columbus, OH
City
What does Columbus’ average commute look like?
The average commute for a worker in Columbus is below the national average, and the amount of time spent traveling has declined over the past decade.
May 24, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A fountain surrounded by beds of roses and flowers.
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Columbus
Columbus knows how to make noise, but when you want to tune out, there are many destinations where you can find peace and quiet.
May 23, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Mayor Andrew Ginther stands in front of an image of Columbus Police Officers while delivering the state of the city address.
City
Mayor Ginther delivers the 2024 State of the City address
The speech highlighted achievements in the city, but it also spoke about efforts to advance safety, transit, and housing.
May 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The Loose Park Rose Garden
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Kansas City
Kansas City may be loud, but there are many places Kansas Citians can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
May 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Finding a quiet spot in Madison
With noise pollution on the rise, places you can find silence in the 608.
May 21, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Parks and Recreation
Find some peace and quiet at Indy’s 10 most silent spots
Naptown isn’t always conducive to napping — but here are the areas in the city with the best quiet scores where you can escape the noise.
May 13, 2024
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Shea Stapley
Three dogs sitting outside at Deep Ellum Brewing. One is on a keg table and two are in adirondack chairs.
Play
The best spots for your best friend — our favorite dog-friendly places in Dallas
Explore these dog-friendly places in the Big D — from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night with your four-legged friends.
May 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A brick building that serves as South Congress Books' store with a blue sign reading "Fine used books and prints."
Culture
Book it to these 6 used bookstores in Austin
Explore these local used bookstores where you can browse shelves of books and save money while discovering new titles.
May 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An aerial view of Lake Travis in Austin with receding water levels.
What’s new in the 2024 Water Conservation and Drought Contingency plans?
The city has set goals to reduce water usage and waste by setting realistic guidelines for five and 10-year conservation efforts.
May 7, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A stone wall inside Zilker Botanical Garden with a rock formation in the shape of the state of Texas.
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Austin
Austin may be a loud city, but there are many places Austinites can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
May 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A man holding a blue lightsaber stands inside a life-size Star Wars action figure box that is between two displays with Star Wars collectables.
Culture
Austin is home to Holocron Toy Store — a Star Wars-only retailer
The shop sells vintage Star Wars items and is full of memorabilia celebrating the films.
May 3, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A person in a cowboy hat is facing the other way. They have one hand up addressing a blurred crowd.
Play
Summer events happening in Dallas
Plan your summer with warm-weather events happening in the Big D.
April 30, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Boston Marathon Medal 2024 BOStoday
Culture
ICYMI: April 2024 crossword puzzle
April has come and gone, can you remember what happened?
April 25, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
DAL Cinco de Mayo Parade DALtoday
Play
How to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Dallas
Observe the holiday with local events and festivals that offer performances, food, and activities.
April 16, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A historic photo of Helen Bernhard and a baker in front of a case of baked goods at Helen Bernhard Bakery.
Food
Helen Bernhard Bakery celebrating 100 years in Portland
The longstanding shop will celebrate 100 year by offering cakes that showcase its history in Northeast Portland.
April 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A red convertible drives down the street for the Red Poppy Festival with a state behind it.
Festivals
The Red Poppy Festival: In bloom April 26-April 28.
The family-friendly event celebrates Georgetown’s century-old history with the red flower and features a parade, car show, and live music.
April 8, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Tubman Art Gallery sign
Arts
The Tubman Gallery debuts its inaugural exhibition
The gallery is free to visit and focuses on artwork that showcases perspectives from Black and brown artists.
April 4, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Riders on the log flume in 1963 at Six Flags over Texas.
History
Entry prices for Fort Worth attractions: Opening day vs. today
Inflation is no fun, but these five Fort Worth attractions have grown their number of offerings, and entry fees, since they first opened.
April 4, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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