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 mural
Culture
The Hunter Museum unveils new mural on its campus
Read more about the Hunter Museum of American Art’s new mural by local artist Rondell Crier.
May 29, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Train warning
City
Kelly Administration installs four train warning systems in the area
The Kelly Administration recently announced the installation of four train warning systems in the Hixson and Tyner communities — here’s what you need to know.
May 29, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Little Coyote
Food
Where to eat gluten-free in Chattanooga
Check out these local restaurants with gluten-free offerings in Chattanooga, TN.
May 24, 2024
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Chloe Morrison
NOOGAtoday | Coolidge Park Fountains with families gathered around the water and animal statues.
Culture
How to spend a long weekend in Chattanooga
Staying in town for Memorial Day? Here are some ideas for how to spend your long weekend in Chattanooga.
May 23, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga
City
Breaking down the proposed FY25 budget for Hamilton County
See the key initiatives of Mayor Weston Wamp’s proposed fiscal year 2025 budget for Hamilton County.
May 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
The Peach Truck tents with lines of people picking up boxes of peaches.
Food
The Peach Truck to travel to Chattanooga
See when The Peach Truck will be in Chattanooga, offering folks boxes of farm fresh peaches.
May 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Beer Fest
Events
Chattanooga Beer Fest coming to First Horizon Pavilion
This festival celebrates local and regional craft beers.
May 17, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Valentina Estates
Real Estate
Coming soon to Eastdale: Valentina Estates
Learn more about Valentina Estates, the 42-unit micro-home development coming soon to the Eastdale neighborhood.
May 10, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | PORCH Chattanooga
Culture
Help combat food insecurity with PORCH Chattanooga
Meet PORCH Chattanooga, a branch of PORCH Communities, that is working to feed families in the Greater Chattanooga area.
May 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Wood-fired pizza with cheese and basil on a plate outdoors.
Food
What’s in store for Chattanooga Pizza Week
Chattanooga Pizza Week will take place Monday, May 13 through Sunday, May 19, bringing specialty pizza deals for folks of all ages to enjoy.
May 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday |Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail
City
Funding awarded for Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail
Walker County will receive funding for a direct connection between the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park and downtown Chattanooga.
May 7, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Theatre Centre
Culture
Chattanooga Theatre Centre announces 101st season lineup
The Chattanooga Theatre Centre has announced ten shows for its upcoming 101st season.
May 7, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Cinco de Mayo specials Elsie's Daughter
Food
Where to get Mexican food and drinks specials in Chattanooga May 4-5
Check out these local food and drink specials happening in Chattanooga on Saturday, May 4 + Sunday, May 5.
May 1, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Cat
City
Where you can adopt pets in Chattanooga
In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, we’re rounding up organizations in and around Chattanooga where you can adopt a furry friend.
April 29, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Market Flowers wrapped in bouquets
Food
Our favorite things from the Chattanooga Market
In honor of the Chattanooga Market’s opening weekend, we’re sharing some of our favorite market finds.
April 25, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Construction site at the Chattanooga Zoo.
Culture
Chattanooga Zoo to host Bidders for Critters to support expansion
The Chattanooga Zoo will host its inaugural Bidders for Critters online auction to raise funds for its ongoing Cape of Africa expansion.
April 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Graphic stating "Sessions Barking Legs 04.25.2024 7-9 p.m." with three hands snapping.
Culture
TEDxChattanooga Sessions returns for second installment
This year’s TEDxChattanooga Sessions event will be on Thursday, April 25 at Barking Legs Theater with the theme “Carry On.”
April 15, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | May Pang standing next to her exhibit poster in a gallery.
Culture
May Pang two-day exhibition to open at ArtsBuild
May Pang, John Lennon’s companion + lover during his “Lost Weekend” era, will showcase her photos of Lennon in a special exhibition at ArtsBuild.
April 15, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Flora Luna
Culture
What you can expect from Rock City Nights: Flora Luna
Follow the red string to explore Rock City through a culinary and artful journey during the Flora Luna experience.
April 5, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Frazier Avenue reconfiguration
City
Protected multi-modal lane to be created on Frazier Avenue
The City of Chattanooga has unveiled its plan to create a protected multi-modal lane for the Frazier Avenue reconfiguration — a modified version of the “Option B” proposal.
April 3, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Q+A with Kaylyn Levoy
Culture
A Q+A with Miss Chattanooga 2024 Kaylyn Levoy
We spoke with Miss Chattanooga 2024 Kaylyn Levoy about her journey into pageantry, partnering with the Chattanooga Autism Center, and getting ready to compete for the Miss Tennessee title.
April 1, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Mayor Weston Wamp standing at a podium giving the State of the County address.
City
Recap of Hamilton County’s State of the County address
What’s in store for Hamilton County for 2025? Read the highlights from the 2024 State of the County address.
April 1, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Nightfall
Culture
The 2024 Nightfall season announced
The free Friday night concert series Nightfall will return to Miller Plaza in May.
March 28, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Wreckers
Sports
Meet the Lookouts’ new alternate identity: The Chattanooga Wreckers
Meet the Chattanooga Wreckers, the Lookouts’ newest alternate identity that will be worn in upcoming games.
March 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | pizza bracket
Culture
Vote in NOOGAtoday’s pizza bracket
We want to know: Where is the best pizza in Chattanooga? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 25, 2024
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Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday | Sip TN Wine Festival
Food
Sip TN Chattanooga Wine Festival returns to First Horizon Pavilion
Sample + purchase over 100 wines at this year’s Sip TN Chattanooga Wine Festival on Saturday, March 23 at the First Horizon Pavilion.
March 20, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | bulk trash pickup
City
Public Works transitions bulk trash pickup to service request system
Chattanooga residents will soon utilize the city’s 311 service to schedule their bulk trash pickups.
March 20, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | bike repair station
City
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op donates bicycle repair stations to Red Bank
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op recently donated two bicycle repair stations to the city of Red Bank to help provide support for cyclists.
March 18, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
go-vote-TN
City
“Our Voices” launches to address area’s low youth voter turnout
“Our Voices,” a new social media series recently launched to address Chattanooga + the surrounding Tennessee region’s low youth voter turnout.
March 14, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Riverport site
Real Estate
Urban Story Ventures to break ground on Class A industrial building
Learn more about the $28 million investment by Urban Story Ventures in a state-of-the-art Class A Industrial building.
March 14, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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