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 | Laurel Dace
Travel and Outdoors
Join efforts to save the laurel dace from extinction
The Tennessee Aquarium is working to save this fish species that is only found in Chattanooga.
January 10, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Wooden City soup
Food
Where to get soup in Chattanooga
Thaw out from the chilly weather with a bowl of warm soup.
January 10, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Outdoor Festival
City
2025 Plan Ahead: Must-attend events for every month in Chattanooga
Don’t miss these annual events in the Scenic City.
January 8, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Public Library books
Culture
These were the most popular books in Chattanooga in 2024
According to the Chattanooga Public Library, you couldn’t get enough of these titles last year.
January 8, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Women’s Policy Conference
City
Attend the annual Statewide Women’s Policy Conference in Chattanooga
Women across Tennessee will join in Chattanooga to discuss policy issues and solutions.
January 6, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Food
Local mocktails + non-alcoholic drinks in Chattanooga
Sip on these non-alcoholic drinks in Chattanooga, TN.
January 2, 2025
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Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga
Culture
25 reader questions for 2025 in Chattanooga
For the upcoming new year, we’re asking our readers to submit their top questions about Chattanooga for us to answer.
December 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
2024 predictions bingo card — top row: "Temps hit 100 in June," "Dolly Parton concert announced," + "City Cafe reopens on Broad Street in May, second row: "Featured on a best food list," "free space," + "Walnut Street bridge repairs get delayed until 2025" third row: "Nominated for a Best Bathroom award," "I-24 interchange construction is complete," + "Your bestie subscribes to NOOGAtoday"
Culture
Answered: Our readers’ 2024 predictions
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
December 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
NOOGAtoday | Coolidge Park Snow
Culture
The history of snow in Chattanooga
We’re taking a look at some of the most historic snowfalls in Chattanooga.
December 13, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Ice on the Landing
Culture
What’s open on Christmas Eve and Day in Chattanooga
Looking for a place to spend Christmas Eve and Day? Check out these local spots that will be open for business.
December 11, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Frozen waterfall
Culture
Tips to prevent your pipes from freezing in Chattanooga
Try out these tips from Tennessee American Water to avoid this winter mishap.
December 11, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | HART Gallery
Culture
Apply to be one of ArtsBuild’s Opportunity Fellows
The Opportunity Fellows Program is in its fifth year of connecting young artists with community leaders and organizations.
December 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Rock City
Culture
Where to see holiday lights in Chattanooga
The Scenic City is looking merry and bright this holiday season.
December 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Veterans Bridge
City
Introducing the Veterans Bridge artistic activation + wayfinding project
In 2025, Veterans Bridge will be the site of a new public art installation and mural by New York-based artist, Ebony Bolt.
December 5, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Ignis Glass Studio
Culture
5 places to make handmade gifts for the holidays
Nothing beats a handmade holiday present.
December 5, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Small Business
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Greenville
Greenville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A snowman made of disco balls inside a holiday display in a store.
Business
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Louisville
Louisville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
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City
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Columbia
Columbia is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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David Stringer
A table filled with colorful books, journals, pens, and notepads inside Poppy & Pomelo.
City
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Lexington
Lexington is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Photo of a vintage store interior with a dining table and a pink mannequin wearing a purple sparkly outfit.
City
Shop local with Small Business Saturday
Peruse reader recommendations and editor’s picks so you can shop local this week.
November 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
An exterior view of small businesses on North Kentucky Avenue, including Scout & Tag, with seating and plants outside.
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Lakeland
Lakeland is made up of so many wonderful small businesses. Here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
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Days of the week as coffee shops in Chattanooga
See which local coffee shops we paired with each day of the week.
November 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Shopapalooza Festival
Culture
Celebrating Small Business Saturday around Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay area is made up of so many wonderful small businesses — here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A view of the exterior of East Nashville's Five Points Alley Shops. You can see two circular signs on the outside of two of the buildings.
Business
Highlighting local shops we love for Small Business Saturday
Nashville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 25, 2024
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Skylar Webb
NOOGAtoday | Bike Box
City
Bike Box distributes refurbished bikes in Chattanooga
Check out how a refurbished shipping container will help White Oak Bicycle Co-op’s mission of increasing community access to bikes.
November 25, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bleu Fox Cheese Shop
Culture
Shopping small in Chattanooga
Chattanooga is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 25, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Cookbooks
Food
Thanksgiving recipes by Chattanoogans, part two
Try out these three dishes found in cookbooks by locals.
November 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Helen part two
Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Helen, GA
Planning a getaway? Checkout Helen, an alpine village in northern Georgia known for its nature scenes and having one of the best Oktoberfest celebrations in the country.
November 20, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Moonryvr
Culture
Try This: Bespoke jewelry design with Moonryvr
See your jewelry visions be brought to life with Moonryvr.
November 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A window display showcasing a winter forest.
Culture
NorthShore’s annual Holiday Window Treasure Hunt returns
The hunt is back on, see how you can participate in this annual holiday tradition.
November 13, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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