Kristen Templeton

Kristen Templeton

Senior City Editor, NOOGAtoday

Kristen is based in Chattanooga, TN and has contributed to publications in DNAinfo, Gothamist, The Media Project, and Religion Unplugged. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Journalism and formerly served as the Publications Editor for Southeast TN Woman Magazine. She loves reading, having a good cup of coffee, and tending to her houseplants.

Share your thoughts about a potential space dedicated to performing arts like music, dance, and theater in Chattanooga.
Learn more about one of Chattanooga’s oldest standing buildings and its ties to the area’s historic railways.
Learn how to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
The Tennessee Aquarium is working to save this fish species that is only found in Chattanooga.
Thaw out from the cold weather with a bowl of warm soup.
Don’t miss these annual events in the Scenic City.
According to the Chattanooga Public Library, you couldn’t get enough of these titles last year.
Women across Tennessee will join in Chattanooga to discuss policy issues and solutions.
Sip on these non-alcoholic drinks in Chattanooga, TN.
For the upcoming new year, we’re asking our readers to submit their top questions about Chattanooga for us to answer.
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
We’re taking a look at some of the most historic snowfalls in Chattanooga.
Looking for a place to spend Christmas Eve and Day? Check out these local spots that will be open for business.
Try out these tips from Tennessee American Water to avoid this winter mishap.
The Opportunity Fellows Program is in its fifth year of connecting young artists with community leaders and organizations.
The Scenic City is looking merry and bright this holiday season.
In 2025, Veterans Bridge will be the site of a new public art installation and mural by New York-based artist, Ebony Bolt.
Nothing beats a handmade holiday present.
Southside’s 24-hour festival, MAINx24, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7 this year. Here’s the need-to-know-info.
Greenville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
Louisville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
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Lexington is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
Peruse reader recommendations and editor’s picks so you can shop local this week.
Lakeland is made up of so many wonderful small businesses. Here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
See which local coffee shops we paired with each day of the week.
The Tampa Bay area is made up of so many wonderful small businesses — here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
Nashville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
Check out how a refurbished shipping container will help White Oak Bicycle Co-op’s mission of increasing community access to bikes.
Chattanooga is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.