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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6 random acts of kindness to brighten up Austin’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
Sunset Over Monona Terrace
Culture
6 random acts of kindness to brighten up Madison’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Random acts of kindness to brighten up Asheville’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these out-of-the-blue niceties.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Taking a mental health day in Lexington
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious? Consider taking a day off for your mental health.
February 14, 2023
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Dayten Rose
NOOGAtoday | baby porcupine
Culture
Help name the Chattanooga Zoo’s new baby porcupine
Did you know that the technical term for a baby porcupine is a porcupette?
February 14, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
A store window that says "kiss me I'm local."
Culture
Our valentines to you, Chattanooga
Check out and share these locally-themed Valentine’s Day cards with someone you love.
February 13, 2023
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Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday | Sunset
Culture
10 random acts of kindness to brighten up Chattanooga’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
February 8, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Pizzeria Cortile
Food
Celebrate National Pizza day in Chattanooga
Grab you a slice (or a large) ‘za at these local spots.
February 8, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Events page
Events
How to navigate NOOGAtoday’s event page
Find local events, see our top picks, and learn how to submit your own event.
February 6, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Trader Joe's brews
Food
Local brews you can pick up at Trader Joe’s
These local beers are sold at the Trader Joe’s in Chattanooga, TN.
February 6, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Olivia Reckert show
Arts
Olivia Reckert’s “LIFE IN COLOR” solo show
Local artist Olivia Reckert will have a solo show on display at ClearStory Arts from Feb. 3-25.
February 2, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Immersion Gallery
Events
What’s up next with Immersion Gallery?
Immersion Gallery will host its next event following its opening in December.
January 31, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Calliope cocktail
Food
Zodiac signs as Chattanooga cocktails
Sip on these local cocktail offerings we’ve matched with each sign on the Zodiac calendar.
January 31, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | United Way of Greater Chattanooga
City
United Way of Greater Chattanooga launches Learn United series
Learn how you can get involved in this community-wide conversation series.
January 27, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
a wood-fired pizza
Food
Our local picks for the James Beard Award Semifinalists List
Because Chattanooga got snubbed on the official list.
January 26, 2023
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Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday | Airport Inn
City
An update on the former Airport Inn revitalization project
New proposals are being requested by the city to transform the former Airport Inn into a supportive housing complex.
January 25, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | TailGate Brewery
Food
Four local brewery stops on the Tennessee Ale Trail
Oddstory Brewing Co., TailGate Brewery Chattanooga, Wanderlinger Brewing Co., and Tanasi Brewing & Supplies are the local spots on the Tennessee Ale Trail.
January 25, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Taking a mental health day in Seattle
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious? Consider taking a day off for your mental health.
January 23, 2023
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Trevor Peters
NOOGAtoday | Urban Horticulture Supply
Real Estate
Celebrate National Seed Swap Day in Chattanooga
This event is a partnership with The City of Chattanooga Public Works Water Quality division, Crabtree Farms, Urban Horticulture Supply, Southeast Tennessee Young Farmers, and local artist Mary Barnett.
January 23, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
The Asheville skyline
Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Asheville
Play this Asheville-centric game next time you’re with friends or family.
January 23, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
NOOGAtoday | VDAY flowers
Culture
How to spend your Valentine’s Day in Chattanooga
Check out some of these date ideas or ways to spend time with family + friends for this year’s Valentine’s Day celebrations.
January 23, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Oweda
Culture
Upcoming music events in Chattanooga and the surrounding area
Wanting to add more concerts and festivals to your 2023 calendar? Check out these local + regional music events coming up this year.
January 17, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bessie Smith Cultural Center
Culture
Bessie Smith Cultural Center to celebrate Black History Month
The Bessie Smith Cultural Center will commemorate Black History Month in February 2023 with a full calendar of events.
January 17, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga skyline
Instagram
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Chattanooga
Play this Chattanooga-specific game next time you’re with your friends or family.
January 11, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A person sits on a park bench on a forested bluff with a golden winter sunset in the background.
Culture
Taking a mental health day in Portland
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious? Consider taking a day off for your mental health.
January 6, 2023
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Trevor Peters
NOOGAtoday | hot chocolate
Food
Scenic City Clay Arts to host “The ChattaChocolate Warmer”
This fundraising event will offer an “elevated hot chocolate experience.”
January 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga glass bridge
Culture
23 reader questions for 2023 in Chattanooga
For the new year, we’re asking readers to submit their top questions about Chattanooga for us to answer.
January 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Christmas tree recycle
Culture
Recycling your Christmas tree in Chattanooga
When the holidays are over, you still have to deal with the Christmas tree in the corner. Here are a few ways to dispose of dead trees around Chattanooga, TN.
January 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | sunset
Culture
Chattanooga’s top stories of 2022
These are the NOOGAtoday stories you loved most in 2022.
December 22, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday: New Year's Resolutions
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Chattanooga
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
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