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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.

United For Working Families, Episode 5: Social Connectedness

A worker at Southern Champion Tray in Chattanooga.
Southern Champion Tray
A worker at Southern Champion Tray in Chattanooga.

In this series, we explore the impact that workplace policies have on our local families and children - and how United Way of Greater Chattanooga is looking to close the gaps.

For this episode, we talk about social connectedness with Wesley Odum, Director of Corporate Engagement at United Way of Greater Chattanooga - and Jennifer Wilhoit, Talent Acquisition Manager with Southern Champion Tray.

Ray is the host and producer of Scenic Roots, Mondays - Thursdays at 3 PM on WUTC.
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