Jo Bruce honored by LaFollette and ADFAC for volunteer efforts

A NOTE FROM THE GRAND ON CENTRAL: “There is so much good going on in our community, and I want to share all this good with you every Monday here on WLAF in hopes that you will start your week in a grand way making each week a Grand Week,” said Olivia Lobertini, owner of The Grand on Central.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- “Community Volunteer and leader” Jo Bruce was honored on Thursday morning with a proclamation by the City of LaFollette as the recipient of the Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) Bill Wilcox Bow Tie Award. She was recognized with a similar proclamation by county commissioners last month for her life-long commitment to helping children and families. Thursday was also proclaimed as “Jo Bruce Day” in LaFollette.

‘My schedule changes won’t allow me to fully commit to the position’- Caryville Mayor Chambers

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- After being in office for a year, Caryville Mayor David Chambers is resigning. Chambers was sworn in last November. Today is his last day in office, at the end of the day Chambers will turn his mayoral duties over to Vice Mayor Beth Lawson.

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Earlier this year the political parties of Campbell County asked for a primary. While they have until Fri., Nov. 21, to rescind their requests, leaders of both parties aren’t planning to do that.

Candidates narrowed to three in Caryville’s search for its first ever Town Administrator

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- The Town of Caryville is one step closer to finding a town administrator. Previously the Caryville Board of Mayor and Aldermen conducted four virtual interviews.

Cougars and Lady Cougars open with back-to-back home games on Tuesday and Thursday nights

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- One more day until the Campbell Cougars and Lady Cougars tip off their basketball seasons. CCHS opens with rare back-to-back home games, Oliver Springs on Tuesday and Lenoir City on Thursday.

Sunny, very dry and a high of 57 for Monday

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Extremely low afternoon relative humidity values are in place again today, though low winds for most of Campbell County and the region will keep the probability for hazardous fire weather lower than Sunday.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-11/17/2025-6AM)

To adopt or foster Louise, you can apply in person or online

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Meet Louise, a beautiful brindle girl with a heart full of love. Louise is a three year old, small to medium sized girl.

Ten couples get married

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Each week, WLAF presents the names of couples who have applied for a marriage license in the last week.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)-CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices.

William “Bill” S. Robinson Park is dedicated

VERY TOP PHOTO: WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares an aerial photo via Eagle I of the walking trail, basketball court, children’s play area and pavilion at William S. (Bill) Robinson Memorial Park.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- On a near perfect fall day, family and friends of the late Bill Robinson gathered in the noon hour to recognize Robinson for his service and legacy by dedicating the park at Jacksboro in his name. “Everyone knows Bill,” said Roy Green. Green, an alderman with the Town of Jacksboro, opened the ceremony with comments and stories of Robinson.

‘We are honored to be in Campbell County’- Jeffrey Willis, CEO of United Rare Earths

TOP PHOTO: Left to right, Jay Willoughby- Chairman of the Joint Economic Community Development Board, Jennifer Troxel with United Rare Earths, Jeffrey Willis, United Rare Earths CEO and Campbell County Mayor Jack Lynch.

WLAF’s Jim Freeman, left, visits with Jeffrey Willis, CEO of United Rare Earths

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- “We intend to be a part of the community,” said Jeffrey Willis last week during an interview at WLAF. Willis is the CEO of United Rare Earths. Willis’ visit focused on a couple of topics, the recent challenge to support food banks and a progress update on United Rare Earths.

Boxed at Harrogate on Saturday

HARROGATE, TN (WLAF)- Mark down another victory in the ring for Campbell High Sophomore Asher Foust. On Saturday, Foust, a member of the Campbell County Boxing Club, defeated Tristan Bolgeo of Chattanooga, by unanimous decision. Foust scored his victory at the Fist of Fire Classic Harrogate.

At 4:30pm at the Caryville Municipal Building

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- Caryville Mayor David Chambers announces a special called meeting for the mayor and board of aldermen.