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Benton co. inmate garden gives back to community
By wbbjtv.com- Mandy Hrach
Published: 08/07/2017

CAMDEN, Tenn. — The seeds of change are being planted in Benton county as inmates trade in their cell for a skill.

Benton County Sheriff Kenny Christopher started up the garden three years ago. It has now grown to more than 10 acres of fruits and vegetables all home-grown by the inmates.

Corrections Officer Lee Brooks said it’s a good way for the inmates to get their hands dirty and give back to the community.

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