Ben Talley

@hometownstories

Ben is an award-winning column writer. He is also an inductee into the National Teachers Hall of Fame, a former Virginia Teacher of the Year and a recipient of the Bristol Mayors Award for lifetime community service to his hometown.

Hometownstories.org

Local stories delivered in a distinctly "Appalachian" style by an award-winning writer and National Teachers Hall of Fame member. Paid subscriptions go toward helping needy children, families, and the homeless in Bristol. Bless you for subscribing.

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