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.

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Geocaching
Entertainment
Exploring Asheville through Geocaching
Join the world’s largest treasure hunt, and see Asheville in a whole new way.
July 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
NOOGAtoday | Treehouse
City
Luxury treehouse lodging now open at Ruby Falls
Ruby Falls has partnered with Treetop Hideaways to open a new luxury treehouse lodging option on Lookout Mountain.
July 14, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | flower fields
Culture
Asked: Where’s your Chattanooga happy place?
We want to know where your go-to happy spot is in the Scenic City.
July 14, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Food
Chattanooga’s Ice Cream Crawl
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day and enter in to win some pretty sweet prizes.
July 10, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Provence Street
City
Weigh in on the new Provence Street Park
A new park is coming to Provence Street, join in on these community engagement opportunities to share how you would like to see the park designed.
July 6, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Kristen and Haley
Culture
Meet the editors behind NOOGAtoday
Say hello to Kristen Templeton and Haley Bartlett, the faces behind your favorite newsletter all about Chattanooga.
June 30, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | UnEarthed Creative Discovery Museum
Culture
Creative Discovery Museum opens its newest exhibit “UnEarthed”
Check out CDM’s latest exhibit “UnEarthed” featuring hands-on activities + tons of educational opportunities for the kids.
June 30, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattabrewtour
Everything you need to know about NOOGAtoday’s Drink Up Month
Drink Up Month is all about celebrating the beverage industry in Chattanooga — from cocktails to coffee to beer, there’s a drink in the Scenic City for everyone. Let’s dive into what the NOOGAtoday team has in store this July.
June 28, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Music & Movies in Miller
Culture
Where to watch outdoor movies this summer
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for these outdoor movie screenings in and around Chattanooga.
June 28, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Immersion Gallery
Culture
Chattanooga’s Immersion Gallery to offer art classes
Immersion Gallery will add art classes to its event offerings beginning in July.
June 26, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Geocaching
Culture
Exploring Chattanooga through Geocaching
Join in on the world’s largest treasure hunt to explore Chattanooga in a whole new way.
June 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bartender Brawl
Food
Who will win the 2023 Chattanooga Bartender Brawl?
Bartenders from 12 local spots will battle it out in this year’s Bartender Brawl.
June 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Film Festival
Culture
2023 Chattanooga Film Festival must-sees
The Chattanooga Film Festival returns in-person Friday, June 23-Sunday, June 26. Here are a few of our must-see screenings + events.
June 20, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Hang gliding
Culture
Answered: Your Chattanooga summer bucket list
We asked our readers to help us craft the ultimate Chattanooga summer bucket list. Here are some activities to check off to make this summer the best one yet.
June 20, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Korfball
Sports
Introducing Chattanooga’s first-ever Korfball club
Scenic City Korfball is the first club of its kind in the Southeast. Learn more about the sport and how you can participate.
June 16, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Aquarium pollinator sign
Business
Tennessee Aquarium and TDOT partner to protect pollinators
Check out these local efforts to help protect and celebrate pollinators.
June 16, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
An aerial view of downtown Nashville overlooking the pedestrian bridge and Cumberland River.
Culture
Asked: What’s on your Nashville summer bucket list?
We want to curate the ultimate summer bucket list of must-do activities in Nashville, TN.
June 15, 2023
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Skylar Webb
NOOGAtoday | Rail to River
Culture
Participate in the Rail to River paddle event
Join Hiwassee Blueway for a multimodal paddle event + fundraiser on Saturday, June 24.
June 14, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Mocassin Bend
Culture
Asked: What’s on your Chattanooga summer bucket list?
Help us make the ultimate summer bucket list for activities to do in Chattanooga, TN.
June 9, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bridge
Culture
Artist call for 2023 Between the Bridges festival
The Association for Visual Arts is seeking artists for its upcoming Between the Bridges festival.
June 9, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Immersion Gallery
Culture
What to expect from Immersion Gallery’s sixth event
There’s always something new at Immersion Gallery — here’s what you can expect from its upcoming event.
June 8, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Improv Chattanooga
Culture
Take a drop-in class with Improv Chattanooga
Wanting to give Improv a try? These summer classes are the perfect way to get involved in Chattanooga’s local improv scene.
June 6, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | COIN
Culture
2023 Riverbend Festival recap
Check out our favorite memories from the 40th Riverbend Festival.
June 4, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Juneteenth book drive
Culture
Juneteenth book drive for young readers in Chattanooga
Participate in The Book & Cover and Unity Group’s Juneteenth book drive for school-aged children in Chattanooga.
May 31, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Taqueria Jalisco Ania
Food
Answered: Eat around the world in Chattanooga
Enjoy international food offerings without having to leave Chattanooga.
May 31, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Peach Festival
Culture
Plan Ahead: 2023 Summer Festivals in Chattanooga
Get your calendars out to plan for a summer full of festivals in the Scenic City.
May 26, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Flying Squirrel
Food
Flying Squirrel introduces “Saturdays in the Beer Garden”
All summer long, Flying Squirrel will host themed pop-ups on Saturdays in its beer garden.
May 25, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Horace Brazelton photo
Culture
Horace Brazelton exhibit to open at Ruby Falls
Learn about the trailblazing African American photographer at this exhibit.
May 23, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Houston Museum
Culture
Try This: Houston Museum of Decorative Arts tour
The Houston Museum of Decorative Arts located in Chattanooga, TN is the home of the eclectic collection of Anna Safley.
May 17, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Little Coyote rendering 1
City
Little Coyote restaurant to open this summer
The new St. Elmo restaurant is slated to open in August of 2023.
May 17, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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