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From Mile Marker 134 to Mile Marker 129 southbound, there are lots of potholes, rough spots
CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- When you enter I-75 headed south from the Caryville interchange, Mile Marker 134, you will want to get into the left lane as soon as possible. From Caryville to Rocky Top, there are a whole lot of potholes, and most of them are in the right lane.
WLAF hosting candidates breakfast; all candidates invited
CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- If you are a candidate running in 2026, May, August or November, WLAF is treating you to breakfast. It’ll be a grab and go breakfast so you’ll be able to keep moving or, if you like, take a few minutes and sit down and eat.
(more…)There are lots of potholes on I-75 south between Caryville (Exit 134) and Rocky Top (Exit 129)
LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- This is the time of year when Tennessee gets potholes on its transportation network. The freezing/thawing cycle and precipitation do a number on interstates and state routes.
Where My Heart Leads Thrifty Boutique-Hope & Grace Bridal Open HouseA two-day Open House event is today from 10am-5:30pm and Saturday 10am-3pm
TOP PHOTO: Jannie Harter, left, and her daughters, Madison and Katelynn.
By Charlotte Underwood
LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Where My Heart Leads Thrifty Boutique and Hope and Grace Bridal & Formalwear will be having a two-day Open House event today 10-5:30 and Saturday 10-3. There will be tons of sales on both sides, as well as special vendors set up. Come pick out that perfect outfit or wedding gown and accessories at a great price!
(more…)Contract with a new construction company approved
LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The Bert Loupe/Dossett Bridge project has a new contractor. Yesterday morning, during a special called meeting, Attorney Reid Troutman explained to the LaFollette City Council and Mayor in October Twin K Construction left the project.
(more…)See the agenda here on demand from WLAF
JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The February meeting of the Campbell County Board of Education is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 5pm, at the lower level of the Campbell County Courthouse. Below is the agenda followed by the minutes.
(more…)Second Harvest Food Bank brings a monthly mobile pantry to LaFollette Church of God
By Charlotte Underwood
LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- For 2026, Second Harvest Food Bank added a new Mobile Pantry location in Campbell County at the LaFollette Church of God. The second distribution day is Tuesday, February 10, at 10:00am, followed each month on the second Tuesday of each month. Organizers are asking people to please arrive when the distribution starts, rather than before the start time. Participants must bring a photo ID. The food distribution will be in a drive-thru style format.
(more…)Campbell Cougars, Lady Cougars get back to game action Friday night at Knoxville West
JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Come tonight, it will have been two weeks since the Campbell Cougars and Lady Cougars have played an actual game. On Friday, at Knoxville West, Campbell resumes its basketball season that nature put on hold back in January.
On Friday, January 16, on Brown Court, the Lady Cougars outscored West 54-45 as West scored an 81-70 over the Cougars.
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CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- On Thursday afternoon, the Caryville Municipal Planning Commission met for its monthly meeting.
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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)-CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices.
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Regular monthly meeting held on Thursday
JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- On Thursday afternoon, the Jacksboro Board of Mayor and Aldermen met and completed the monthly business in about five minutes. All members of the board were present except Alderman Greg Cross.
(more…)Goins, a La Follette native, is Tennessee’s Coordinator of Elections
NASHVILLE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- The National Association of State Election Directors (NASED) has elected Mark Goins, Coordinator of Elections for the State of Tennessee, as President for the 2026-2027 term. Goins, who has been Tennessee’s Coordinator of Elections for 17 years, will guide NASED’s executive board and membership in advancing secure, accessible, and trustworthy election administration nationwide.
(more…)It’s a fundraiser for The Christian Learning Center
CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- There’s still the time to get your tickets and make plans to attend the annual fundraiser for The Campbell County Christian Learning Center. The Gala Agape 2026 is Saturday, February 7, at 6pm at The Stables.
The Campbell County Christian Learning Center exists to provide biblical instruction to students as an opportunity to encourage them to embrace the Gospel of Jesus Christ, grow in the Christian faith, and apply biblical principles for living.
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Because of your support, the Campbell County Christian Learning Center is able to provide Released Time Bible Education to public high school students every school day!
Diamond Level Sponsors
Cox Construction of East Tennessee
Dixie Roofing
Jeff Sweat, TVAMP
Platinum Level Sponsors
Big O’s
Colvin Properties, Inc.
Grace Rehabilitation Center
Lindsay’s Carpet and Paint
The Volunteer Times
Gold Level Sponsors
Ayers Auction and Real Estate
Builtwell Bank
Campbell County Republican Party
Campbell County Republican Women’s Club
Carol Wheeler
First Baptist Church of LaFollette
Mark Hoskins
Noah Smith for State Representative
Peoples Bank of the South
Powell-Clinch Utility District
Rocky Top Outdoor Solutions
Sheila Westray in Loving Memory of Anna June Richardson
State Farm: Linda Kilgore
Silver Level Sponsors
Community Trust Bank
Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Debbie Farmer
Donna Singley
Emily Gaylor for 2nd District School Board
Fincastle Church
GCE Construction
Pyro Shows
Sheriff Wayne Barton
Stretch Fusion
The Stables
Todd and Stacy Longmire
United Cumberland Bank
Bronze Level Sponsors
David Adkins County Commissioner
Daugherty Trucking and Excavating
Common Ground Coffee Shop
Gary and Lynne Lewellen
Margie Paul
Rejuvenation: Deana Barton
State Farm Insurance Lynn Ray Agency
State Representative Dennis Powers
Tim Short Ford
UBank
WLAF
Special Thanks to
Angie Bostic
Allan Miller
Common Ground Coffee Shop
Hillcrest Baptist Church
Jellico First Baptist Church
LaFollette Press
Set Free Ministries
Shelby Smith
Sheri Paul
Student Volunteers
Thelma Nazario
The Stables
The Volunteer Times
WLAF
(more…)CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- The Campbell County, Tennessee Director of Finance, is accepting requests for proposals from Insurance Carriers for the following: Fully Insured Group Major Medical Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Benefits for Campbell County Employees to be Fully in Place and Effective January 1st, 2027.
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