By Charlotte Underwood

Educators make a difference in students’ lives every day. For many students, having a school employee who cares and goes that extra mile can be the difference in a successful education and graduation. We’ve all had that teacher, or school employee who inspired us or helped in some way. That’s why WLAF and Eagle Tire Pros salute all of our hardworking educators with a weekly feature.

By SUSAN SHARP

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Last week, Heather Allen’s attorney filed a stack of motions ranging from sequestrating the jury to restricting media access in the courtroom while she is on trial for first degree murder in the death of her son.

Heather Renea Allen, and her husband, Brian Neil Allen, both of 2938 Cedar Creek Rd., LaFollette, were charged with first degree murder after they allegedly failed to seek medical attention for their intellectually disabled son, Tanner, in 2023.

Heather Allen is represented by T. Scott Jones. Brian Allen is represented by Rob White. White has not filed the same motions in the husband’s case.

The duo is set for trial Sept. 22 through 25.

There are more than 85 individuals listed on today’s docket

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Below is today’s general sessions court docket.

Partly sunny, muggy and 85 for our Thursday with strong wind gusts

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-06/18/2026-6AM-IMAGE & TEXT COURTESY OF THE NWS MORRISTOWN)

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Black Bear T-shirts in LaFollette is dedicated to creating original shirts. This week it offers a design that celebrates the 250 years of America.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The Splash Park is temporarily closed, at least through Friday, in order to make equipment repairs.

The free concert kicks off at 7pm.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)-  Get ready for the concert of the summer.

June 20 is Rock Ridge Resort’s annual summer bash with Ryan Daniel as the headline performer. It promises to be an unforgettable night of country music and family fun with no admission fee.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- As part of WLAF’s continuing coverage of the 2026 Election, candidates are going to be provided with an opportunity to answer a small questionnaire.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF) — Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton will address the Campbell County Rotary Club on Tuesday, June 23, at noon, at the LaFollette Methodist Church at 808 East Central Avenue.

It’s the Juneteenth holiday

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- Friday is a holiday, and you may want to get to the post office or your bank today.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- Daniel Peters will be performing at Greeneview Farms Market this Saturday. He will bring his soulful, spirit filled, acoustic music to 294 Holstein Dr. in LaFollette for this special performance. Peters recently took part in CMA Fest in Nashville.

The Postons will not performing. Instead, Caden Post and his group ‘His Blood Said It All” will take the stage at 4pm.

La Follette Chief Matthew Forsyth vowed to continue to exhaust all efforts to apprehend Canchola

KNOXVILLE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- On June 15, 2026, U.S. Marshals arrested fugitive Alejandro Mancera Canchola. Canchola was wanted for attempted first-degree murder stemming from an incident on December 17, 2024, in LaFollette.

Lots of activities are planned for Friday, Saturday and beyond. See details below.

By Matthew Moore

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF) – There’s always something fun or interesting going on in Campbell County, and you can learn about it all right here!

By Charlie Hutson

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- It’s 1967, and times they are a changing. This image shows Lafollette Fire Department Chief Chalk Wright and the new high tech communication equipment that the fire department has installed.