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 | Hunter Museum
Culture
Artists announced for “The Hunter Invitational V”
See the nine artists who will be working on the fifth installment of this exhibition.
April 10, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Stove Works Sketchbook Project
Culture
Participate in Stove Works’ Sketchbook Collection project
Learn how you can be part of this local initiative inspired by The Sketchbook Project of the Brooklyn Art Libary.
April 10, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Play Streets
Travel and Outdoors
Play Streets coming soon to Northern Chattanooga
Here’s a new way families can enjoy the outdoors in Chattanooga.
April 8, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Travel and Outdoors
3 places to find spring blooms in Chattanooga
Check out these spots to see native blooms this spring.
April 8, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Lookouts 1952
Sports
A look back on the Chattanooga Lookouts’ history
Explore this historic collection of Chattanooga’s beloved minor league baseball team.
April 4, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Coolidge Park featuring green grass and trees, a circular paved walkway with blue benches. The Walnut Street Bridge is in the background, slightly obscured by trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Take on Chattanooga’s Earth Month Challenge
See if you can check off all of these activities by the end of April.
April 4, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Calliope
Food
Michelin Guide announces its arrival to the South
See what this expansion could mean for Chattanooga’s food scene.
April 2, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Sign
City
Chattanooga’s sign ordinance receives first update in 25 years
The long-awaited sign ordinance update has been approved — here’s a breakdown of the key changes.
April 2, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | UTC Mocs Johnny Taylor
Sports
Remembering the Chattanooga Mocs Sweet 16 run
Learn more about the Mocs’ longest progression in NCAA tournament history.
March 31, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A large indoor space filled with people engaging in various fiber arts activities. A group of people sitting around a table working on textile crafts. The background features additional tables and booths showcasing framed artwork, craft supplies, and fiber art demonstrations.
Culture
Fiber Arts Bash returns to the downtown library
Calling all fiber arts enthusiasts, needle-less to say, this event is for you.
March 27, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga
City
Make your voice heard with Engage Chattanooga
The City of Chattanooga wants your input, here’s a new way you can share it.
March 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Outdoor concert by a river with a vibrant crowd in colorful summer clothing. A band performs on stage under bright lights, with boats visible in the water.
Events
2025 Riverfront Nights lineup announced
The free summer concert series at Ross’s Landing will take place every Saturday night in late May through August.
March 20, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
An outdoor gathering in Miller Park with people of various ages relaxing on a grassy lawn. Two women and two children are holding hands, forming a circle as they dance together. In the background, people sit on folding chairs under umbrellas and chat. Tall buildings and greenery frame the park.
Key takeaways from the Chattanooga Tourism Co. 2024 Annual Report
See how Hamilton County’s tourism impacts the local economy.
March 18, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | South Broad Stadium
City
A first look at the South Broad stadium site
See the progress that’s been made on the mixed-use stadium site.
March 17, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Overlooked Materials
City
How to keep hard-to-recycle items out of landfills in Chattanooga
From car batteries and laptops — here are some ways to properly recycle uncommon items in the Scenic City.
March 17, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A St. Patrick’s Day-themed dessert with a swirl of green and chocolate ice cream, drizzled with chocolate sauce, and topped with Lucky Charms marshmallows. A black pot is tipped over in the background with gold coins, chocolate pieces, and leaves spilling out of it on top of a dark green tablecloth.
Food
Green food and drinks for St. Patrick’s Day in Chattanooga
From green beers and seasonal treats, here are some festive treats to enjoy in the Scenic City.
March 13, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Tiffany Haddish smiles at the camera. She is wearing a sparkling red dress and earrings. The background is light beige with partially visible text.
Culture
Chattanooga Public Library to host Tiffany Haddish
The actress, comedian, and author will make a pitstop at the library before her show in the Scenic City.
March 13, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A serene river winds through a valley surrounded by lush, green mountains under a soft sunset sky. The water reflects the pastel hues of the setting sun, while scattered clouds add depth to the scene. The riverbanks are lined with trees, shrubs, and rocky terrain, creating a peaceful natural landscape.
Travel and Outdoors
Participate in the Keep Tennessee Beautiful Cleanup
Join statewide efforts to clean up litter locally.
March 11, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A plant nursery with multiple raised beds containing small potted plants, each labeled with white tags. The beds are covered with black hoop structures, and there are informational signs clipped to pipes above them displaying plant details and pricing. The ground is covered with small gravel. Several people are browsing and selecting plants. In the foreground, a woman wearing a maroon jacket and khaki pants is crouching while holding a box of potted plants in one arm and reaching for another plant with her free hand. Another woman in a navy blue jacket and jeans stands behind her, looking at a plant label. More people are visible in the background near a wooded area and a pond. Parked cars are visible further back.
Travel and Outdoors
Reflection Riding’s Native Plant Nursery reopening for the season
Get your native plants just in time for spring’s arrival.
March 11, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Capt. Larry L. Taylor exhibit
City
Exhibit opening to honor Capt. Larry L. Taylor
Folks can attend the grand opening of the Capt. Larry L. Taylor Exhibit at the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center on Saturday, March 29.
March 5, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | The Book & Cover
Culture
Book recommendations from local book store workers
In honor of World Book Day, here are some book recommendations from some of Chattanooga’s bookstore community.
March 5, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Susan Vandergriff The Happy Birdwatcher Co.
Culture
Q+A with Susan Vandergriff of The Happy Birdwatcher Co.
Hear more about this local entrepreneur’s business + how she landed on an upcoming episode of “Shark Tank.”
March 3, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Travel and Outdoors
Help River City Co. make this year’s plan for Miller Park
Share your ideas on how to utilize this downtown park space.
February 27, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
GVLtoday downtown
Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at GVLtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 27, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
KC Skyline KCtoday
Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at KCtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 26, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Hyde Park Village in the sunshine. There is someone walking along the sidewalk in the background, while tables and chairs line the square. Trees are overhead and shops line the buildings in the background.
Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at TBAYtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 26, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at COLAtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 26, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Two women speak to a small business vendor on a street.
Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at CLTtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
An interior photo taken at L&L Market looking down a hallway of open doors with signage outside each of a local business.
Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at NASHtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Downtown Asheville
Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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