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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

Assistant Managing Editor

Jessalin is based in Brooklyn, NY and holds Masters’ from the University of Colorado and The New School. She loves walking her chihuahuas in Prospect Park and hunting for the perfect brunch.

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The Krispy Kreme sign on Person Street.
Culture
Which locations around Raleigh deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Raleigh?
November 14, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A map of Charlotte with red pins at distinguished locations.
Culture
Which locations around Charlotte deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Charlotte?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
the historical marker in front of Muhammad Ali's childhood home
Culture
Which locations around Louisville deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Louisville?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Asheville skyline with mountains in the background
Culture
Which locations around Asheville deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Asheville?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The facade of Henry Clay's mansion
Culture
Which locations around Lexington deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Lexington?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Thanksgiving dinner table
Food
Where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Charleston
Whether you’re planning to dine in or carry-out, we’ve rounded up some options for Thanksgiving dinner in Charleston that don’t involve getting the kitchen dirty.
November 7, 2024
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Alexandra Garian
An exterior shot of a white house with a pink door.
New to Lakeland
Staycation in style at these Lakeland Airbnb and Vrbo rentals
Whether you’re looking for a charming bungalow or a stylish mid-century modern stay, Lakeland’s short-term rentals offer something for everyone looking for a staycation.
October 28, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Austin’s weirdest restaurant doesn’t exist
Let’s dig into this so-called Austin restaurant created by AI.
October 16, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
608 Glen golf course
Sports
Tee it up at these Madison golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 11 places to play golf around Madison are sure to make for a good round.
October 11, 2024
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Ally Geiger
Aerial view of a mansion known as "Sanctuary on Barton Creek" with a pool, courtyard, and surrounding trees.
Real Estate
Take a tour of this “Sanctuary on Barton Creek”
For $15.2 million, this ranch-style home could be yours.
October 10, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Palm trees blowing in hard wind in the foreground, with a dark cloudy sky and the Summit Building in downtown Lakeland in the background.
City
Stay connected during Hurricane Milton
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Milton.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
Adults in dinosaur costumes stand behind four kids dressed in costume at the whitaker ymca trunk or treat
Culture
3 kid-friendly Halloween events around Lexington
Make halloween kid-friendly with these three local events.
October 2, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
a man and a horse
City
Lexington toponymy: The origin of local places named after horses
We dive into horse-related place names around Lexington.
October 2, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Weather
What is the Waffle House index?
Learn how the national diner’s closing practices can help measure the severity of a local storm.
September 27, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
River Arts District
Development
How to decode development news
Become a development terminology expert fast than you can say “special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
September 26, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A procession of people wearing rainbows, LGBTQ Pride flags, Asexual Pride flags, and fairy wings walk away from the camera in Chattanooga Pride
Culture
Chattanooga celebrates Pride in October
In Chattanooga, we beat the heat by celebrating Pride in the fall.
September 19, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
NOOGAtoday | Crabtree Farms
Culture
Shop Crabtree Farms’ annual Fall Plant Sale
Shop plants that have been carefully selected for the Southeast Tennessee region at Crabtree Farms’ annual Fall Plant Sale.
September 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Development
LEED-certified locations in Asheville
We break down how a building or community becomes LEED-certified and what the four levels mean.
August 23, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A black historical marker with bronze writing for the Seattle Public Library
Culture
Which locations around Seattle deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Seattle?
August 9, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A cuban sandwich with avocado.
Food
The Cuban sandwich’s connection to Florida and where to get one in Lakeland
This classic Florida menu item was created just down the road in Ybor City — since then, it’s become a favorite for Lakelanders on lunch.
August 1, 2024
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Katelyn Lewis
A decorative sign over the Munn Park entrance with treetops and the sunshine in the background
City
Politics can be a party in Polk County
Meet the candidates and have some fun at these upcoming events in Lakeland and Bartow.
July 31, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Brown entrance sign surrounded by trees reading "Mammoth Cave National Park" in white letters.
Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
July 1, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A selection of books are shown on tables and bookshelves in a local bookstore.
Culture
Summer reads with ties to Lakeland
Make your summer reading list Lakeland-themed with these newly released reads by local authors.
June 17, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
An American Red Cross sign along a cement ramp up to a building entrance on a sunny day.
Wellness
How to donate blood in Portland
Donating blood is an effective way to give back to the community. Here’s what to know to make a donation in Portland.
June 13, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Bostonians walk + run along a waterway in the Emerald Necklace
Travel and Outdoors
The Emerald Necklace: Explore some of the most historic parks in the US
The 1,100-acre chain of parks and parkways dates back to the colonial period.
June 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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
Adults and kids interacting with a chimpanzee through a glass
Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Indianapolis
Let the kids plan a day of fun-filled activities.
June 11, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
The water in the Mirabella Pool on a cloudy day.
Culture
Take a dip in these pools around Boston
Caution: You’re about to enter the splash zone. Take a lap around one of these public pools in Boston.
June 7, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Union Square Donuts
Culture
7 of Boston’s best donut shops
It should come as no surprise that the birthplace to Dunkin’ is also home to some of the country’s best donuts.
June 6, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The base of the TD garden stairs and escalator. On the screen at the top, an announcement that the Celtics are headed for the finals
Culture
Catch the first ever watch party for Celtics away games
The next best thing to a live game? A watch party at TD Garden.
June 4, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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