● Cover Story / James Talarico / Every Bit Texas Filed October 22, 2026

Teacher who used to work with James Talarico recognizes him outside the public school he taught at

A bunch of, you know, 30, 45 year old, Ms. Ochoa, come over here, get over here. It's good to see you. This is my AP when I was here. Hi. Oh my gosh. I love you. He's the best. Well, come over here, come over here. This is Ms. Ochoa.

BY JOHN MCGILLIE / October 22, 2026 / 1-MIN READ

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John McGillie is a pen name, used for safety after threats of violence. I grew up in Wishek, North Dakota, and moved to Texas 20 years ago. I write about the history, food and back roads I keep finding along the way.