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.

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
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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
NOOGAtoday | Leprechaun Crawl
Culture
6 St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Chattanooga
Celebrate the Irish holiday locally in Chattanooga, TN.
March 12, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Riverfront Nights
Events
2024 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 8, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Red Wolves
Sports
Gear up for the Chattanooga Red Wolves 2024 season
See what promotions you can expect for the Chattanooga Red Wolves’ 2024 season.
March 6, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Zaya
Culture
Chattanooga restaurants from A to Z
Eat your way through the alphabet with these local restaurants that start with each letter.
March 4, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Plan Hamilton County
City
Plan Hamilton County releases research findings
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency has released its findings from its Plan Hamilton County research — including a demand for 46,000 new homes + community growth.
March 4, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga's Miller Park filled with people and vendors. Surrounded by trees and buildings.
Culture
Asked: Nominate an interesting Chattanoogan
For an upcoming series of features, we’re asking our readers to nominate an interesting Chattanoogan they think we should know about.
February 29, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Marathon
Culture
Gear up for the ninth annual Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon
Whether you’re participating, cheering the athletes on, or looking to avoid the crowds — here’s what you need to know.
February 27, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Spring Break Safari
Culture
Go on an exploration with Chattanooga Tourism Co.’s Spring Break Safari
Get ready for Spring Break fun with the Chattanooga Tourism Co. and local attractions.
February 23, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Mojo Burrito
Culture
Answered: Which closed Chattanooga businesses our readers miss most
From family-owned restaurants to venues, here are the Chattanooga businesses our readers miss the most.
February 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | AmuseUm
Culture
Celebrate and support the Creative Discovery Museum at AmuseUm
The Creative Discovery Museum’s annual AmuseUm adults-only fundraising event will return on Saturday, March 2.
February 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | David Cook, Sarah Unger, and Alex Dehart standing at a booth next to a sign that reads "Food as a Verb stories that feed people."
Culture
Food as a Verb: Spotlighting Chattanooga food in all its forms
Meet the folks behind Food as a Verb, a local publication dedicated to telling the stories behind Chattanooga’s food scene.
February 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Chattanooga Lookouts release initial slate of 2024 promotions
Ready for the upcoming Chattanooga Lookouts season? Here’s a look at the 2024 promotions, including fireworks, giveaways, themed games, and more.
February 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
One car travels down four-lane street in San Jose, California that is lined by buildings. A construction crane is in the distance.
Live
The unwritten rules of San Jose
Tell us you’re from San Jose without telling us you’re from San Jose.
February 19, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
NOOGAtoday | Nightfall
Culture
Get ready for the Road to Nightfall
Registration is now open for local bands to participate in the annual Road to Nightfall competition.
February 15, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Asheville skyline from a distance with white and purple clouds above it.
Culture
7 random acts of kindness to spread the love in Asheville
From simple gestures to volunteering your time, put a smile on your neighbor’s face and celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week.
February 15, 2024
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Molly Wilson
Rita Lorraine Hubbard and Ms. June Scobee Rodgers, surrounded by the Heritage Center's 2024 Teacher Fellow Cohort, hold the future children's books centered on Medal of Honor and Space Medal of Honor recipients.
Culture
National Medal of Honor Heritage Center to collaborate with local author
Get ready for two new children’s books written by local author Rita Lorraine Hubbard that will tell the stories found at the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center.
February 15, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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