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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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Live
Learn more about the history of the Wisconsin and Madison flags
Most of us probably don’t have our state and city flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flags’ designs reflect rich history.
February 16, 2024
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Ally Geiger
A statue of George Washington on horseback, set on a tall pedestal among plants. Behind it, Boston's skyline is visible.
Culture
Learn about the equestrian statue of George Washington in Boston’s Public Garden
This Presidents Day, we’re talking about an iconic Boston statue: who made it, who cares for it, and why we should care about it.
February 16, 2024
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City
Learn how to join a board or commission in Louisville
Love your city? Get engaged. Louisville’s boards + commissions are open for anyone to join.
February 14, 2024
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Lousville's skyline in the evening
Live
15 interesting facts about Louisville
You can thank us the next time you host a trivia night.
February 9, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A hand wearing rings holds a slightly charred chicken wing in front of a plate of wings, celery, and ranch.
Culture
8 wing superlatives in Boston
Cheap wings, fried wings, spicy wings, whole wings — however you plan to watch the Big Game, we know one of these local wing spots will make it even better.
February 8, 2024
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Dayten Rose
People stand in a gallery, some discussing in groups while others explore artwork around the room. A colorful leaf-like sculpture is suspended from the ceiling, featured prominently. Other displays include metal sculpture, textiles, and paintings.
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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Dayten Rose
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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City
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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Sam
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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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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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
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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Dayten Rose
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
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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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Dayten Rose
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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Dayten Rose
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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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
A person out of frame passes a bag of shrimp to another person out of frame.
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
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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Development
Stay in style at 5 new boutique hotels in Louisville
As visitors come and see what Derby City has to offer, they’ll find themselves with plenty of options for luxurious stays at our boutique hotels.
October 3, 2023
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Water dripping from a tap in front of a yellow background.
Why your drinking water may taste funny through later summer and early fall
The City of Sacramento fields this question a lot, and it turns out the answer is simple, harmless, and something you can solve with a few ice cubes and a wedge of lemon.
September 28, 2023
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Food
Volunteer for Bank of America Fall for Greenville
Join the ~2,000 volunteers it takes to run your favorite fall festival in downtown Greenville, SC.
September 27, 2023
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Kyle Steadings
Customers stand around tables of pottery at an Open studios event.
Nonprofits
Graham Foundation donates $1 million to the Metropolitan Arts Council
Coinciding with MAC’s 50th anniversary, the trustees of the Graham Foundation awarded the arts fund its largest single donation to support its artist grant program and SmartARTS educational partnership.
September 25, 2023
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A view of the Cumberland River and the downtown Nashville skyline at night.
Live
How well do you know Nashville trivia?
We’re bringing you 19 fun facts about the Music City, so you’ll want to quiz yourself whether you’re a trivia fiend or local enthusiast.
June 6, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Travel and Outdoors
5 native plants to add to your home garden in Nashville
Keep local love growing with native planting suggestions and pro tips from Cheekwood Estate and Gardens.
April 8, 2025
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Dayten Rose
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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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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