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The Chambliss Conversations: From Yellow Fever To COVID-19

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The Vine St. Orphan’s Home in Chattanooga. From 1913 to 1939, children in the program at what is now Chambliss Center for Children were cared for at this stone building located on Vine St. and Mable St., a block away from Douglas St.
Chambliss Center for Children

Here on “Scenic Roots,” we are telling the story of Chambliss Center for Children as the nonprofit agency celebrates 150 years in our community.

In this conversation, we focus on Chambliss during national health crises - including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Katie Harbison is president and CEO of Chambliss.

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