Commission discusses half-million dollar overcharge from CJUC
Commissioners met on Monday evening, discussing an overcharge issue with Caryville Jacksboro Utility. The commission discussed sending a letter to the state regulatory authority regarding the issue if something can’t be worked out between the county attorney and the utility’s attorney. Commission Chairman Johnny Bruce pictured at right and county mayor Jack Lynch pictured at left. Bruce asked County attorney Joe Coker to report back on the issue at next Monday’s meeting.

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- “Overcharges” paid by the county to the Caryville Jacksboro Utility were discussed by commissioners on Monday evening at the commission workshop. The county says the utility district overcharged it by $510,755 and is requesting a settlement for the money. The commission discussed that if negotiations for a settlement are not reached between attorneys by July 24th, it plans to seek assistance from the Tennessee Board of Utility Regulation.

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Full house on hand as Caryville leaders vote on data centers
Even though the Town of Caryville has not been contacted about a data center looking to locate within town limits, a final reading was approved on data centers before a packed house at Monday night’s meeting.

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- The Mayor and Aldermen for the Town of Caryville held the monthly meeting Monday night with an unusually full audience. The cause of high attendance was the second reading of the data center ordinances.

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It’s summer scrimmage time for Campbell High Basketball 

Lady Cougars and Cougars lace up their sneakers for summertime hoops

By Clayton Carroll 

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – Jason Kitts’ Lady Cougars and Brad Honeycutt’s Cougars are in the middle of summertime practice before the TSSAA dead period.  Nothing simulates game time reps, and that’s exactly what the Lady Cougars and Cougars are going to get in the next couple of weeks. 

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Campbell County General Sessions Court Docket June 9, 2026

There are more than 45 individuals listed on today’s docket

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

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Commission discusses issues with Stiner Hwy, Hwy 63 turnoffs
Commissioners discussed road issues on Highway 63 and on College Hill at Monday’s county commission workshop. Commissioner Beverly Hall, far right, brought the Highway 63 “dangerous” turnoffs up once again, asking for the state to put up signs declaring no turn lanes.

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Dangerous road issues on Highway 63, the General Carl W. Stiner Hwy, were once again discussed by several county commissioners on Monday evening during the commission workshop. 

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Agenda for today’s Board of Education meeting is found here

Cougars, Lady Cougars to play in Florida November basketball tournament

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Board of Education will meet in its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday at 5:30pm at the courthouse, lower level courtroom.

Among the items on the agenda is a request for Campbell High’s varsity basketball teams to take part in the Innisfree Hotels Pensacola Beach basketball event.

See the agenda, financials and items for action below.

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WLAF publishing candidate questionnaire leading up to early voting
Election 2026

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.

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Ridgeview’s Mobile Health Clinic provides services on Tuesdays

Visit the mobile unit today at the Walmart parking lot from 9am until 3pm

The mobile clinic is in Campbell County on Tuesdays.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The Ridgeview Mobile Health Clinic is providing services on Tuesdays in Campbell County. However, there are some key things to know:

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Republican Headquarters officially opens this afternoon at 3:00

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- You are invited to the grand opening and open house of the Campbell County Republican Party Headquarters on Tuesday from 3pm until 6pm with a ribbon cutting at 5pm.

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Builtwell Bank sponsors Saturday’s Veterans Breakfast at Jellico

JELLICO, TN (WLAF)- The Jellico Veteran’s Appreciation Breakfast will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Newcomb Baptist Church beginning at 9:00am.

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WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares more of his LHS reunion photos

WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares more of his photos from the Best of Times events HERE and  HERE.

Bea Joy and Harry Warren

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares more of his photos from the Best of Times events HERE and  HERE. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-06/09/2026-6AM)

Matthew has Moore about what’s happening around town

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!

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Creekmore, Vann receive Jellico High Alumni Scholarships
Chloe Creekmore and Trey Vann awarded scholarships from JHS Alumni Association.

JELLICO, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- On Friday, May 15, the Jellico High School Alumni Association awarded $1,000 scholarships to two very deserving Jellico High School Seniors.

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Contracts, grants, other business on commission agenda
The county commission met on Monday evening for its workshop. Next week’s agenda items include grant applications, contract approval, recognition of several county departments, among other business items.

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Commission held its workshop on Monday evening, building the agenda for next week. Budget amendments, grant contracts, grant applications and recognition of several departments will be voted on on Monday, June 15.

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