BY CHARLIE HUTSON

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Old Glory is proudly displayed all across town.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-07/03/2026-6AM)

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Tennessee Highway Patrol Troopers are concentrating their efforts on vehicles being operated by drivers who are driving impaired/driving under the influence in the State of Tennessee. The July THP Sobriety Checkpoints will be held in Campbell County on July 3 and 24.

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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- The HEAT ADVISORY now stretches through sunset on Saturday as dangerously hot conditions persist. Air temperatures in the 90s coupled with high humidity make for feels-like temperatures expected to approach 100-degrees to 105 at times.

Today’s very hot temperatures may lead to isolated strong thunderstorm development during the late afternoon hours. The strongest of these storms could bring microbursts with damaging winds up to 60 mph as the primary threat.

…HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SATURDAY…

* WHAT… Afternoon heat index values will approach or exceed 100 at times over all but the higher elevations, and some valley locations may see heat index values exceed 105.

* WHERE… Portions of Campbell County and East Tennessee along with southwest North Carolina and southwest Virginia.

* WHEN… Until 8 PM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS… Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on elatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-07/03/2026-6AM-TEXT AND IMAGE COURTESY OF THE NWS MORRISTOWN)

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- At one time Wednesday afternoon, there were, at least, four Tennessee Highway Patrol cruisers patrolling south Campbell County. One of those troopers responded to a tip of a possible impaired driver.

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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Black Bear T-shirts in LaFollette is dedicated to creating original shirts. This week it offers a football jersey.

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NASHVILLE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- “Yesterday, I was honored to be endorsed by the Tennessee Right to Life, reaffirming my unwavering commitment to protecting the sanctity of human life at every stage—from conception to natural death. As a Christian conservative who believes every life is a precious gift from God, I am honored by their continued support and my 100% pro-life voting record rating,” said State Representative Dennis Powers.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Since its opening in 2021, Mugs Ice Cream has welcomed visitors from all 50 states, and Wednesday brought more folks, first timers, from outside Tennessee.

VERY TOP PHOTO: Aaron Brown hands off a delicious treat to Andrew Aldeman.

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CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- S’mores and stories, tree identification and exploring the rock box are part of this weekend’s fun at the Cove Lake State Park. Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Oliver Dattilo is your host. You can take a Kyak tour of Cove Lake, enjoy a nature hike and celebrate the USA’s 250th birthday.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The parking lot of the La Follette Church of God offers a free front row seat to Sunday’s 10pm Pyro Shows Fireworks show. Additionally, the church is selling food, drinks and goodies beginning at 5pm on Sunday through the fireworks display.

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NASHVILLE, TN  (SPECIAL TO WLAF)— With more than 72 million Americans expected to travel for Independence Day, including 61.4 million who will drive, AAA – The Auto Club Group is activating its  Tow to Go  program to help keep roads safe and discourage impaired driving.

The free and confidential service will be available from 6pm, Friday, July 3, through 6am, Monday, July 6.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Firefighters with the La Follette Fire Department answered the call of a kitchen fire around 11:30am Thursday.

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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (SPECIAL WLAF)- The Campbell County Democratic Party is holding its annual summer picnic at Cove Lake State Park on Sat., July 11 from 10am to 1pm. They are hosting multiple special guests from TN -02 and TN-06, including Michaela Barnett, Mike Croley, Lore Bergman, and many others. We would love for you to join us. If interested, RSVP by July 10 to CCDPJULY11@gmail.com to confirm your place and for further information. Seating is limited. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 6/30/2026-6AM-PAID-IMAGE COURTESY CC DEMOCRATS)

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Notice is hereby given that on June 30 of 2026 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Kenneth Raymond Starrett Sr., who died 4/23/2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Campbell County Chancery
Court of Campbell County, Tennessee.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- On Wednesday, just two days before Independence Day, Scout Troop 310, Troop 311, and Cub Pack 108 came together to install a new flagpole at their recently established charter home at  East LaFollette Baptist Church. It marked both a fresh beginning for the program and a fitting tribute to the nation’s upcoming celebration. “In the olden days, settlers would place a flag at a site they deemed home and with that, welcome home,” said Troop Committee Chairman Chris Thacker to the scouts in attendance.

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