Brianna Williams

Chicago

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Senior Product Editor at 6AM City

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Articles

What do locals really call things in San Antonio?

1 week ago | satxtoday.6amcity.com | Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto |Brianna Williams

Do you call Loop 1604 “The Death Loop”? You’re not alone. Across the US, communities have created their own nicknames that might confuse out-of-towners asking for directions. Chicago’s Willis Tower is still referenced by locals as the “Sears Tower,” NYC’s Brooklyn-Queens Expressway is lovingly shortened to “the BQE,” and our friends over in Greenville, SC call Augusta Street “Augusta Road.”We’re curious to know what San Antonians really call things — even if it’s just among friends or family.
Visit Winston-Salem celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week in Winston-Salem, NC

1 week ago | wstoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams

This week, it’s all about supporting local. Sunday, May 4-Saturday, May 10 marks both National Small Business Week and National Travel & Tourism Week. Throughout the week we’ll be shouting out small businesses across Winston-Salem, and today we’re diving into stats from our local tourism board, Visit Winston-Salem.
Finding fresh flowers in Winston-Salem

2 weeks ago | wstoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers |Brianna Williams

Tulip season is upon us, sunflower season approaches, and our homes are begging for a bright pick-me-up. Check out these spots around the Triad where you can find fresh local flowers. Build your own bouquet by stopping by one of these U-pick farms in the area. Dewberry Farm | While Dewberry’s tulip season just finished up, its U-pick sunflower and lavender season is scheduled to open in mid-to-late June.
What do locals really call things in Tampa Bay?

2 weeks ago | tbaytoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams |Bailey LeFever

Are you guilty of the calling Rivergate Tower “the Beer Can Building?” You’re not alone. Across the US, communities have created their own nicknames that might confuse out-of-towners asking for directions. Chicago’s Willis Tower is still referenced by locals as the “Sears Tower,” NYC’s Brooklyn-Queens Expressway is lovingly shortened to “the BQE,” and Greenvillians in SC call Augusta Street “Augusta Road.”How the names originate doesn’t matter.
Biggest personalities, boldest moments and more

2 weeks ago | thegamenashville.com | Brianna Williams

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2025 NFL draft superlatives: Biggest personalities, boldest moments and more

2 weeks ago | thejefffoxshow.com | Brianna Williams

Stay on Jeff’s Sideline Subscribe to the official Jeff Fox YouTube channel to join Jeff Fox on the sidelines of all Florida’s most popular sporting events.
2025 NFL draft superlatives: Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Matthew Golden among stand outs

3 weeks ago | espn.co.uk | Brianna Williams

The picks are in, the hugs have happened and the suits? Unforgettable. The 2025 NFL draft delivered its usual mix of emotion, drama and pure unpredictability -- from surprise first-round selections to late-round steals already being labeled "the next big thing."Editor's PicksOur NFL draft cheat sheet: Everything you need to know on top prospects, team needs, projectionsTracking every single trade in the 2025 NFL draftBut not everything about draftees shows up on a stat sheet or a film review.
What do locals really call things in Chattanooga?

3 weeks ago | noogatoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams |Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

Are you guilty of calling Olgiati Bridge “Ol’ Johnny”? Or even “Ol’ Jottie”? You’re not alone. Across the US, communities have created their own nicknames that might confuse out-of-towners asking for directions.
Route report: How to use Winston-Salem Transit Authority's Trans-AID services

3 weeks ago | wstoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams

Did you know that Winston-Salem has a special transit option specifically designed for those who aren’t able to use WSTA’s fixed-route services? Consider this the start of a new public transit series we’re starting that will dive into complicated or underrated aspects of our local transit system. Have a topic you’d like us to consider? Let us know. Trans-AID is the Winston-Salem Transit Authority’s ride-share program that provides rides to and from specific destinations.
Dig into one of Oxford Design Studio's latest projects

4 weeks ago | tbaytoday.6amcity.com | Bailey LeFever |Brianna Williams

If you’ve gone out for a bougie girl’s dinner or grabbed an espresso martini at a rooftop bar in Tampa Bay, chances are you’ve spent time in a space crafted by the Oxford Design Studio team. Owners Tate Casper and Jordan Winston are behind gathering spots all across Tampa + the Burg — from Casa Cami and The Library to members-only club The Stovall House, and, of course, Oxford Exchange.