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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NOOGAtoday | Signal Mountain Fire Department
City
Learn safety with local fire and police departments
The Signal Mountain Fire and Police Departments will host an open house event with informational demonstrations.
May 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Pickleball
Culture
Pickleball is coming to Chattanooga’s First Horizon Pavilion
Starting now, you can book the First Horizon Pavilion for pickleball events in Chattanooga, TN.
May 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | bridge
City
City of Chattanooga launches Home Assistance Repair Program
The City of Chattanooga has launched its Home Assistance Repair Program for residents in need.
May 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bridge
Culture
Answered: Life hacks from Chattanoogans
We asked what your Chattanooga life hacks were, here are a few examples from locals.
May 11, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Greeter Falls
Culture
Best practices for interacting with nature in Chattanooga
Help keep Chattanooga’s nature scenes beautiful with these pro tips.
May 11, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bike
City
Celebrate National Bike Month in Chattanooga, TN
Celebrate National Bike Month in Chattanooga, TN with bike-related events and programs.
May 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Hello Monty drink
Events
Mother’s Day happenings in Chattanooga, TN
Want to show some love to the mother figure in your life? Check out these Mother’s Day happenings in the Scenic City.
May 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Downtown Chattanooga
City
Breaking down the city’s proposed fiscal year 2024 budget
Read a breakdown of Mayor Tim Kelly’s proposed fiscal year 2024 budget for the city of Chattanooga.
May 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
City
A Unifying Vision for Montague Park
The Chattanooga Design Studio recently shared “A Unifying Vision for Montague Park” website and plans for the future of the park.
May 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Boccaccia
Food
Asked: Favorite local spot with international food offerings
Let us know where your favorite spot to get international food in Chattanooga is.
May 1, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | ROTC
Events
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Chattanooga, TN
Check out these spots in Chattanooga to eat, drink, dance, and even watch some chihuahuas race for Cinco de Mayo.
May 1, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bridge
Culture
What locals love about Chattanooga, TN
Check out what a few of our followers love most about Chattanooga.
April 27, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Culture
Movies in the Park returns for its 2023 season
Bring your friends and family to watch a movie for free in some of Chattanooga’s parks.
April 19, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Poetry Contest Winner
Arts
Read the winning poem from our 2023 poetry contest
We challenged our readers to turn one of our newsletters into a poem — here’s what you came up with.
April 18, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Little Debbie Park 1
Development
Little Debbie Park set to open this fall
A park dedicated to nostalgic sweet treats will soon open at the Collegedale Commons.
April 17, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Niedlov's pizza
Food
Try this: Niedlov’s pizza night
Need Friday dinner plans? We have a recommendation for you.
April 13, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Grilled Cheese
Food
Grilled cheese sandwich spots in Chattanooga
Did you know that April 12 is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day? Check out these local spots that offer this comfort food.
April 11, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Convention Center
Events
What to expect at Chattanooga’s SouthWord Literary Festival
The SouthWord Literacy Festival returns to the Scenic City for its 40th year.
April 7, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Drone shot Chattanooga
Culture
Asked: What are your Chattanooga life hacks?
We want to know your life hacks for the Scenic City.
April 7, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | 3 Sisters Festival
Lineup announced for this year’s 3 Sisters Music Festival
The annual bluegrass festival will take place from Oct. 6-7 at Ross’s Landing.
April 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGatoday | Songbirds
Culture
Data is in from the Chattanooga Music Census
Read the full findings and check out local opportunities for businesses, organizations, leaders, and musicians.
April 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | CDM Drink and Discover
Events
Celebrate prom with the Creative Discovery Museum
The Creative Discovery Museum will host its Drink and Discover: Proms from the Past on Friday, April 21.
April 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Breweries bracket header
Food
Best of Chattanooga breweries
We need your help to decide Chattanooga’s best brewery.
March 30, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Ben & Jerry's
Get a free ice cream cone at Ben & Jerry’s Chattanooga
Ben & Jerry’s is partnering with Girls Inc. to give Chattanoogans a free ice cream cone on Monday, April 3.
March 28, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Great Adult Egg Hunt
Events
Where to find egg hunts in Chattanooga
Check out these egg hunts for folks of all ages.
March 28, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga generic photo
City
Introducing the “Gig City Goes Quantum” initiative
The City of Chattanooga, EPB Quantum Network, and Qubitekk are working together to prepare for the quantum age in the Scenic City.
March 24, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Events
Chattanooga introduces weeklong Spring Break series for local students
These free community events will provide safe spaces for local youth to gather and enjoy their spring break.
March 24, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Dr. Tommie Brown
History
UTC gets a historical donation
Dr. Tommie Brown has donated 125 boxes of her personal papers to the UTC Library Special Collections.
March 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Crabtree Farms
Culture
Spring festivals in Chattanooga
Check out some of our must-do festivities happening this spring in the Scenic City.
March 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Rose S. Longgley
History
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Rose Longgley
Read more about Rose Longgley, one of the founders of Northside Neighborhood House.
March 16, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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