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Contributor
Location:
New York, NY
Education:
Double major in Journalism & Mass Communications and Sports Studies from the University of Iowa
Expertise:
Pop culture and trending news
Experience:
Since becoming a writer in 2019, Emily has developed significant experience covering viral pop culture moments and trending news topics in the health and wellness space, while also writing about mental health, relationships, and smarter living. She joined Best Life in 2023 as a news contributor, writing for the brand’s travel, wellness, and entertainment verticals.

When Emily isn’t breaking down the latest news about Target or the best travel tips, she's scouring TikTok for the best shopping hacks and dupe products. And as a self-proclaimed bookworm, she has always a book recommendation up her sleeve. She previously managed Scary Mommy Book Club, where she conducted original interviews with Emily Henry, Carley Fortune, Anna Todd, and more.

A proud Iowa alum, Emily’s work has been featured on PEOPLE, Women's Health, Food & Wine, All Recipes, Better Homes & Gardens, POPSUGAR, HelloGiggles, Scary Mommy, and more.
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the outside of a BJ's store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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​They'll open in 12 states across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and South.

sam's club exterior

Sam's Club Announces Plans to Open New, Cashier-Less Stores

The first of its kind launched in Dallas in 2024.