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Dayten Rose

Multi-City Editor, Midwest

Dayten is based in Kansas City, MO and studied sociolinguistics at Truman State University, where he was the editor-in-chief of Windfall Magazine. He loves exploring tiny towns in the Midwest, weird history, and Dungeons & Dragons.

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Arts
Find your new favorite Black artist at BUTTER at Indy’s Home Court
Hosted by GANGGANG, BUTTER’s first expansion will feature 30+ Black artists at the Indianapolis Artgarden over NBA All-Star Weekend, with 100% of sales returned to artists.
February 2, 2024
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Culture
Louisville Free Public Library to host 50+ free programs for Black History Month
From discussions with award-winning journalists to musical performances, LFPL is making it more accessible to learn Louisville’s Black history.
January 31, 2024
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The pink El Camino sign is decorated with flowers, and a yellow brick path leads to the brightly colored interior of the park.
Food
9 food truck parks in San Antonio
With plenty of dining options, photo ops, and even live sports, you won’t have to chase down your favorite food trucks at these established locations.
January 31, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
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Live
15 interesting facts about Columbia that may surprise you
We’re bringing you some interesting facts about Columbia and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
January 21, 2024
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A sign reads "Flat Fork Creek," while in the background people climb a large, snowy hill. They wear coats and are carrying sleds.
Travel and Outdoors
Where to go sledding in Indianapolis
Plan your next snow day at one of the top sledding hills in Indy.
January 19, 2024
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Start your summer reading with a trip to The Book Loft of German Village. | Photo by @cassidys.bookmark
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Columbus
Whether your resolutions include trying new fitness classes or finding fun activities for the whole family — we’ve got you covered.
January 2, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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City
Recycling your Christmas tree in Kansas City
Give your “Night of the Living Dead” tree new life.
December 21, 2023
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Charmaine Merriweather
Snowfall on the river in Brackenridge Park
Travel and Outdoors
The history of snow in the Alamo City
Snow hasn’t always brought winter magic to San Antonio, but that doesn’t stop us from dreaming of a white Christmas.
December 19, 2023
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A paper calendar for December
Culture
Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday
December 19, 2023
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An aerial view of the Nashville skyline at dusk.
Live
20 interesting facts about Nashville
Let’s get down to quiz-ness. How many of the 20 facts did you already know?
December 18, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Richmond
Here’s your guide to completing your New Year’s resolutions, whether you want to practice more self-care or get more involved with your city.
December 18, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Meet Danielle and Stephanie with the GVLtoday team
It’s about time we introduced ourselves: Say hello to the faces behind your favorite 5-min morning newsletter.
December 11, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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Culture
20+ giftable experiences for your favorite Richmonders
Here are our recommendations for memorable presents in the form of experiences.
December 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Upcoming winter holiday events in Charleston
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday.
December 6, 2023
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Culture
Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, and happy holiday season, San Antonio.
December 6, 2023
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Adriana Christian
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Play
Volunteer opportunities in and around Kansas City
Answered: You asked us where you can volunteer around the KC metro.
November 27, 2023
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Travis Meier
Tech N9ne, Eric Stonestreet, Great Jobs KC CEO Earl Martin Phalen, and GMA3 anchor Steve Osunsami stand before a crowd of students.
GMA3 and Tech N9ne give $5.25 million in scholarships to metro seniors
Scholarship applicants through Great Jobs KC received the biggest giveaway in GMA3’s history: $50,000 each totallying $5.25 million.
November 17, 2023
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A rendering of a downtown Royals stadium near Power & Light.
Development
A third option enters the race for the Kansas City Royals downtown ballpark
A previously dismissed stadium site at 1601 McGee St. has re-entered consideration for the new home of the Royals.
November 17, 2023
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The Hope Market Local Food Pantry chili supper
Nonprofits
2 food security nonprofits come to KC thanks to $1.2 million investment
GreenLight Fund Kansas City will help fund local operations for two food security-based nonprofits: mRelief and Food Connect.
November 10, 2023
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A full dinner spread of steak, burgers, rolls, and other dishes.
Food
Dine in or carry out Thanksgiving dinner in Kansas City
Don’t be a turkey — prepare your holiday meal before it’s too late.
November 10, 2023
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Bella Rainey
A sign in a storefront window that reads "thank you for shopping local."
Small Business
Makers and shops to check out this Small Business Saturday
We’ve compiled a list of local businesses across 6AM City’s 26 markets to support on Small Business Saturday.
November 10, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
The Loose Park Rose Garden
The KC metro’s five fastest growing cities by population
Over the last five years, some cities in the metro have grown as much as 39% in population, according to the Kansas City Business Journal.
November 3, 2023
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Three people standing on the front porch of Gralehouse, a breakfast cafe in Louisville.
Culture
Meet the team behind LOUtoday
Say hello to Katie, Jeff + Mandey, the faces behind your favorite five-minute morning newsletter.
November 1, 2023
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A sunlit building in West Bottoms.
Development
West Bottoms micro-village moves forward with new tax incentives
The pieces are in place for SomeraRoad to begin development on the $526 million overhaul of the West Bottoms thanks to a new tax incentive.
November 1, 2023
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The Milky Way over Folly Beach.
City
Protect the night by learning about light pollution
Downtown lights pouring into the night sky obscure our views of the galaxy, but a few practices you can implement tonight could help totally reverse light pollution in Charleston.
October 24, 2023
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People prepare food on plates from rows of colorful ingredients in bins.
Food
Support Pay It Forward Charleston at 16 local bars and restaurants
For every sale of a Hat Trick gin cocktail through Sunday, Oct. 29, a portion of the proceeds will support Pay It Forward’s mission to support food and beverage workers.
October 16, 2023
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A bench overlooking the water.
Development
Visit May Forest, a new 23-acre state park on James Island
Get the details on this green space.
October 13, 2023
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Nonprofits
Good Catch Seafood Connection tackles food insecurity
South Carolina Aquarium, Cherry Point Seafood, the Culinary Institute of Charleston at Trident Technical College, Lowcountry Food Bank, and One80 Place are partnering to feed Charleston.
October 10, 2023
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Culture
Visit Portland’s Indigenous Peoples Day Marketplace
Portland Indigenous Marketplace is celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day with 30+ vendors, activities, and a guest speaker.
October 6, 2023
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Culture
5 horror movies set in Louisville
Good horror, bad horror, weird horror — Louisville has been the site of some one-of-a-kind films to get you in the Halloween spirit.
October 5, 2023
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An aerial view of a circular patch of green grass in front of the Davidson County Courthouse, tan building with pillars lining the front, and its plaza entrance.
City
Joining boards and commissions in Nashville
Love your city? Get engaged.
March 14, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Help Harmony Wildlife save baby animals
You’re more likely to find baby animals in need this summer, so be informed about how your intervention can help (or harm) local wildlife in need.
June 26, 2023
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The Tennessee flag
History
History of the Tennessee flag
Most of us probably don’t have our state flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flag’s design reflects centuries of history.
May 31, 2023
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The jet engine of a plane on an airfield.
Travel and Outdoors
Plan your next trip with nonstop flights from Nashville International Airport
Pack your bags for a trip to one of these popular nonstop destinations. Plus, keep an eye out for new routes.
May 10, 2023
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Anne Tate
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Travel and Outdoors
Become an expert on native flowers
Keep local love growing this spring with local plants.
April 18, 2023
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The night sky with visible bands of the Milky Way.
Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
March 22, 2023
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A cardinal perched on a seed feeder.
Travel and Outdoors
Feed Nashville birds
Putting out a tube feeder is just the beginning — we’ll get you started in the wide world of birdfeeding.
March 2, 2023
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A record player.
Culture
Explore Nashville music genres with Every Noise at Once
See how Spotify classifies the local music scene.
February 8, 2023
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Alien sightings in Nashville, TN
The truth is out there.
January 6, 2023
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