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 | Lighted boat parade
Events
Reindeer on the Riverfront and Lighted Boat Parade Returns Fri., Nov. 25
The beloved event returns for holiday fun on the Tennessee Riverfront.
October 26, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Room 311
History
A tour of the Read House Hotel’s haunted Room 311
Come along with Editors Brianna and Kristen as they tour a haunted hotel room.
October 24, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Highland Park mural
Culture
Highland Park and Main Street’s new community mural
The mural was recently completed by local artist Nathan Brown and members of the community.
October 24, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Penguins
Culture
Activities for grandparents and grandchildren in Chattanooga, TN
Here are some kid-friendly activities in The Scenic City, perfect for a grandparents’ + grandchildren’s day out.
October 14, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | NNH online thrift
Culture
Northside Neighborhood House launches online thrift store
One of Chattanooga’s beloved thrift stores will offer an online purchasing experience.
October 14, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Soddy-Daisy mural
Arts
Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful introduces a new mural
The new mural is part of an effort to improve the community of Soddy-Daisy, TN.
October 12, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Airport Inn
City
Plan unveiled to revitalize the former Airport Inn in Chattanooga, TN
The former Airport Inn could potentially turn into permanent supportive housing.
October 12, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Bridge
Play
10 Chattanooga things we can’t live without
Get to know our editors and a few local things, menu items, and experiences they can’t live without.
October 10, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Lake Sturgeon release
Culture
The Tennessee Aquarium’s efforts to restore Lake Sturgeon in the Tennessee River
The Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute has raised and released more than 330,000 juvenile Lake Sturgeons into the Tennessee River since 2000.
October 10, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Whiskey Cowgirl view
City
Recently opened businesses in Chattanooga, TN
A list of recently opened businesses in the Scenic City.
October 6, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Brews over Broad
Events
Brews over Broad returns to Chattanooga, TN
The annual fundraising event will be held on Thurs., Oct. 20.
October 6, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bri and Kristen
Culture
Play along: guess the NOOGAtoday editors
Do you find yourself guessing which NOOGAtoday editor is writing which newsletters? We’re testing your knowledge with an interactive game.
October 4, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Oktoberfest
Events
What to expect at this year’s Chattanooga Oktoberfest
The annual event is back at the First Horizon Pavilion from Sat., Oct. 8-Sun., Oct. 9.
October 4, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
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Taking a mental health day in San Diego, California
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious? Consider taking a day off for your mental health.
October 3, 2022
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Trevor Peters
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Choo Choo sign
History
Designing Chattanooga: The Chattanooga Choo Choo
The Chattanooga Choo Choo is a landmark of Chattanooga history located in the heart of downtown.
September 30, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Sculpture Burn
Events
Fire Up the Fields Sculpture Burn in Chattanooga, TN
This is an annual event held in Sculpture Fields at Montague Park.
September 30, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
American River Parkway photo
Culture
Taking a mental health day in Sacramento
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious? Consider taking a day for your mental health.
September 30, 2022
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Trevor Peters
A telephone pole on the sidewalk with a sign on it reading "Highland Park Porchfest."
Culture
Introducing Highland Park Porchfest
A new music festival in the Highland Park neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN.
September 28, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
Events
October events in Chattanooga, TN
Get your calendars out for some fun October events in the Scenic City.
September 28, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
Pride flag
Events
Chattanooga Pride Week 2022 lineup
Celebrate Pride in Chattanooga, TN all week long with special events and festivities.
September 22, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Levin Brothers ghost sign
History
Downtown Chattanooga’s ghost signs, explained: part three
A little bit of history behind some of the old painted advertisements on the sides of some of Chattanooga’s buildings.
September 20, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Park(ing) Day
Chattanooga’s Park(ing) Day recap
Park(ing) Day was Fri., Sept. 16 across the world and right here in Chattanooga. Here are some highlights from the day.
September 16, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Culture
Taking a mental health day in Chattanooga
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious at work? Consider taking a day off for your mental health.
September 14, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | archeological dig site
History
Artifacts discovered by UTC students now on display
You can see the artifacts at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center in Fort Oglethorpe, GA.
September 14, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
9/11 21st Anniversary
Events
Remembering Sept. 11
The 21st anniversary of 9/11 is this Sunday. Several remembrance events will take place in Chattanooga, TN.
September 8, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
Moon River Music Festival
Culture
Your 2022 Moon River Music Festival Guide
Your guide to the Moon River Music Festival taking place on Sat., Sept. 10-Sun., Sept. 11 in Coolidge Park.
September 8, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
a large stage with the words "Whiskey Cowgirl" written out above and a mural of Johnny Cash on the stage background.
Food
Chattanooga’s newest country music bar + restaurant, Whiskey Cowgirl
September 1, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
Culture
Chattanooga’s newest country music bar + restaurant, Whiskey Cowgirl
August 31, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
City
All the Chattanoogas in the world
August 31, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
Culture
Fall festivals and events in Chattanooga, TN
August 29, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
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