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"Scenic Roots" offers conversations that matter in the heart of Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.From the mountains to the river, our conversations are rooted deep within every corner of our community - reflecting who we are, who we were and who we can become.We engage with the news that affects our community, behind and beyond the headlines. We build bridges that span from creators and innovators to storytellers and the outdoors. We focus on our challenges as many communities in one - as we celebrate what inspires us. We resonate with countless voices - in words and spaces, sounds and songs.We are "Scenic Roots."Ray Bassett hosts and produces "Scenic Roots" at WUTC.

Raíces: Luis Contreras and Gisela Bellina

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Published September 28, 2022 at 7:16 PM EDT

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Luis Contreras, Gisela Bellina and their daughters.

The Local Juicery and Kitchen

On Main Street in Southside Chattanooga, you’ll find The Local Juicery and Kitchen.

It is one of three local businesses created, owned and operated by Luis Contreras and Gisela Bellina.

He is from Venezuela, she is from Peru - and they with their family have lived in Chattanooga for years.

They are among the voices you will hear from the Latino community in this city on “Scenic Roots” during this Hispanic Heritage Month, in a series of conversations in collaboration with La Paz Chattanooga: a series of conversations we call “Raíces” - or “Roots” in Spanish.
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Our thanks to Lily Sanchez at La Paz Chattanooga for bringing us together for these conversations.

Stay tuned for more voices on “Raíces” during this Hispanic Heritage Month on "Scenic Roots."