Workshop is Thursday at six at Caryville Municipal Building

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- On Thursday evening, the Caryville Board of Mayor and Aldermen are scheduled to meet at 6pm and discuss five items.

Mother and daughter’s physical altercation at home prompts visit from police

A Campbell County woman is free on her own recognizance after a Sunday night DUI charge.

SPEEDWELL, TN (WLAF)- Campbell County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at a home on Flatwoods Lane Sunday evening to find a victim at the residence and learn the other person involved had driven away.

The Troop Train accident occurred at Highcliff on July 6, 1944, at 9:05pm

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Mark Tidwell, Jellico Librarian, grew up at Highcliff and learned about the 1944 Troop Train wreck first hand from his father, Jim. On Monday afternoon, Tidwell shared the accounts of the World War II state-side tragedy with members of the Lions Club at the former West La Follette School.

Your donations to Food Life Services stay here in Campbell County

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The Food Life Services of Campbell County food pantry continues to provide free food for those who come by the pantry on Tuesdays from 9am until 1pm. Approximately 14 volunteers, coupled with community financial support from you, enable the FLS staff to keep the shelves stocked and the doors open at its East Chestnut Street location at the former East End School.

Easter Egg Hunt and Dogwood Trail Opening are set for April

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The next City of La Follette regularly scheduled monthly workshop is set for Monday, March 30, at 5:30pm, at City Hall, and here is the full agenda.

By Michael Yates

OAK RIDGE, TN (WLAF)– I have a confession. Before I’ve even finished my first cup of coffee in the morning, an endless torrent of distressing news arrives on my phone, in my social media feeds, and through the breaking-news banners scrolling across my television screen. It leaves me without feeling my best.

NEW YORK CITY, NY (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Campbell Countian and commercial airline pilot Noah Smith was not far removed from Sunday night’s fatal airplane crash at New York City. The accident occurred when a fire engine was given permission to cross the tarmac and then collided with Air Canada Express CRJ-900. He shares his story.

New Pick Tennessee Products website to better connect consumers with local producers

NASHVILLE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)— The Tennessee Department of Agriculture announces the launch of an updated Pick Tennessee Products website, offering a more streamlined way for consumers to connect with local farmers, producers and artisans across the state.

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Notice is hereby given that on March 17 of 2026 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Jonathan Dewayne Davis, who died 3/26/2025, were issued to the undersigned by the Campbell County Chancery Court of Campbell County, Tennessee.

Construction takes place between Caryville and Rocky Top

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- There’ll be slowdowns on I-75 today, Tuesday, from 8am until 8pm between Caryville and Rocky Top/Lake City.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- The County Primary Election is Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and it’s one of the most important elections for the future of our community. Local offices shape the decisions that affect our families, our schools, our public safety, and the direction of Campbell County. Choose REPUBLICAN!

Make sure you’re ready.

NCAA Sweet 16 begins on Thursday night

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Sixteen players, teams are still playing in the WLAF Final Four Fun Run that began with 64 players and teams on Thursday. See all the match-ups, TV times and networks for this week’s eight remaining games here from WLAF.

Thursday’s match-ups, times and networks

Tammy Day– Purdue Boilermakers vs. Jason Freeman– Texas Longhorns– Thu., 7:10pm on CBS

Paula Farmer– Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Kenneth McCormick– Nebraska Cornhuskers– Thu., 7:30pm on TBS

Joey Rutherford– Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Jeremy Dorton– Arizona Wildcats– Thu., 9:45pm on CBS

Jeff Norton– Illinois Fightin’ Illini vs. Mike Green– Houston Cougars– Thu., 10:05pm on TBS

Friday’s match-ups, times and networks

Mark Rutherford– St. John’s Red Storm vs. Rusty Fields– Duke Blue Devils– Fri., 7:10pm on CBS

Jerry Chadwell– Michigan Wolverines vs. Karisa Moser– Alabama Crimson Tide– Fri., 7:35pm on TBS

Joe “Pie” Smith– Michigan State Spartans vs. Olivia McKamey– UCONN Huskies– Fri., 9:45pm on CBS

Carter Rutherford– Tennessee Volunteers vs. Sandy Whited– Iowa State Cyclones– Fri., 10:10pm on TBS

Further below, see the scores from Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Scammers pretend to be government employees

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Scammers are pretending to be government employees, according to officials with the Social Security of Administration.

Clearing and clean-up dates set for on top of hill at TSR Center

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- “We’re going to be clearing and cleaning up on top of the hill,” said Todd Hatmaker with the Towe String Road Convenience Center. That area, only, will be closed from 11am on Friday, March 27 through Saturday, March 28, according to Hatmaker. Come Monday, March 30, it will be business as usual for that portion of the Convenience Center. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-03/20/2026-6AM)