You know the Duracell Bunny, but do you know what’s happening right here at Duracell in Cleveland? In this episode of The Chamber Does Wut?, Tammy Randolph sits down with Corey Hysinger, Senior Safety Specialist at Duracell, to talk about a company that has been part of the Cleveland community for 65 years—and a Chamber member for 64 of them. Corey shares what’s actually made at the Cleveland facility, how manufacturing has changed over the years, and why today’s manufacturing jobs may look very different than you think. They also talk about Duracell’s focus on safety and sustainability, the many career paths available in manufacturing, and the company’s involvement with local schools, workforce development and organizations throughout our community. Plus, find out how Corey went from operator to mechanic to safety specialist during his 14-year career. It’s a fun look behind the scenes at one of Cleveland and Bradley County’s most recognizable manufacturers—and yes, they really are helping keep those TV remotes working!

What exactly does Karis Community Health do? Tammy Randolph talks with Kelly Ohlsson, Executive Director of Karis Community Health, about the nonprofit's mission to provide medical and dental care to uninsured adults living in poverty in Bradley and Polk Counties. Kelly shares how Karis got started, why they expanded from dental care into primary care, and the importance of providing patients with not just quality healthcare, but a dignified experience. They also discuss Karis' onsite pharmacy, which provided more than $1.2 million in medications to patients last year, the organization's upcoming Costume Ball fundraiser, and the meaning behind the name Karis — grace.

Kelly also shares how being a Chamber member since 2015 has helped Karis through networking, connecting with local businesses, reaching new patients, increasing awareness and building donor relationships.

From the Trail of Tears to cowpeas, this episode of The Chamber Does Wut? takes us to the Hiwassee River Heritage Center in Charleston, TN. Tammy sits down with Darlene Goins to explore the history preserved at the Heritage Center, located on the site of Fort Cass and deeply connected to the Trail of Tears. Darlene shares the story behind the center, the Cherokee Memorial Bike Riders’ incredible 900-mile journey, and the many layers of local history found right here in Bradley County.

And then things get a little more “pea”-culiar! Learn about the history of the cowpea, how it became an important crop in the Charleston area, and the 14th annual International Cowpea Festival & Cook-Off. From creative cowpea dishes and local vendors to live music, family activities, and this year’s headliner Casey Chesnutt, there’s plenty of fun packed into this unique Bradley County tradition.