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.

To celebrate her 28th birthday, City Editor Kristen wanted to share her 28 favorite things about Chattanooga.
Read about the six members of River City Co.'s inaugural Emerging Producers Program.
Don’t just avoid the potholes you see — do your part to help the city get them fixed.
Visit the zoo on these days to learn more about the zoo’s conservation and preservation efforts.
Mark your calendars for these must-attend events happening in Chattanooga this February.
Celebrating a birthday? Check out these local perks you can redeem in Chattanooga.
Golf enthusiasts and newbies alike are invited to take a swing at newly opened golf simulator spot, The Back Nine.
You may see this autonomous vehicle roaming downtown collecting data for UTC to make Chattanooga’s streets and public spaces safer and more efficient.
Read more to see what’s in store for the Houston Museum of Decorative Arts.
A portion of Adam Parker Smith’s “Sarcophagi” is now on display on the campus grounds of UTC.
The Skyline Loft venue space is the newest addition to Ruby Falls.
Local songwriters can compete for a position in the Tennessee Songwriters Weeks qualifying rounds beginning on Friday, Jan. 26.
In honor of National Hobby Month, here are some spots in town where you can pursue a new hobby.
“Argentina’s Niños” recently opened at the Creative Discovery Museum aiming to connect children and families in Chattanooga with Argentine culture.
Tell us you’re from Sac without telling us you’re from Sac.
Tell us you’re from Tampa Bay without telling us you’re from Tampa Bay.
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Chattanooga compares.
Get ready to mark your calendars for these upcoming music + theater events happening in Chattanooga.
Learn more about the five startups participating in the first-ever cohort for The Company Lab + gener8tor’s Sustainable Mobility Accelerator.
Sip on these non-alcoholic drinks in Chattanooga, TN.
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Unity Group of Chattanooga’s annual week of celebration.
Local artists are encouraged to apply to help complete the final installation of EPB’s 10th Street murals project.
Soddy-Daisy project Keeping Kids Warm is hoping to collect 100 donated coats to distribute to children in need in the area.
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Chattanooga’s many beautiful patios.
Looking for a place to spend Monday, Dec. 25? Check out these local spots that will be open for business.
For the upcoming new year, we’re asking our readers to submit their top questions about Chattanooga for us to answer.
We asked our readers what a Hallmark movie based in Cowtown would look like — here are a few of our favorite answers we received.
Bike Chattanooga recently added 15 electric scooters to its fleet.
We asked our readers what a Hallmark movie based in San Jose would look like — here are a few answers we received.
Enjoy a year of festivities to celebrate this landmark’s 95th anniversary.