JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Emergency crews are on scene at a traffic accident in Jacksboro. Around 7:30am a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle near the four-lane next to Myers St., according to emergency personnel.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 7/23/2026-7:55AM)

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- 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.

Lisa Greenwood is Eagle Tire Pros Educator of the Week. She teaches special education in the Comprehensive Development Classroom at Jacksboro Elementary School.

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CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is releasing the identity of the victim from a fatal boating incident that occurred this week on Norris Lake.

At approximately 9:03 a.m. EDT on July 21, TWRA game wardens responded to a report of an individual in the water in the Straight Creek area of Norris Lake in Claiborne County.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- The monthly Sidelines & Detailed Cruise-In once again brought together local car enthusiasts and community members to raise money in support of a nonprofit – this time for Shriners Hospitals for Children.

TOP PHOTO: Left to right- Valerie and Bert Cole, Brandon Johnson, Travis and Tracy Sweat.

Approximately 50 vehicles participated in the event, which continues to serve as both a gathering for automotive enthusiasts and a fundraiser benefiting children in need of specialized medical care.

Brandon Johnson, who has been a member of the Shriners for more than 10 years, was on hand representing his fellow members and expressing appreciation to those who supported the event.

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By SUSAN SHARP

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Can someone see who a person voted for in an election? No.

Voting in Tennessee is a private action with ballots being secure and not available for public consumption.

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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Over the past 28 years, Jimmy Jeffries (in photo above) has served the community in numerous capacities. He worked as a police officer for the City of LaFollette, served as a detective with the Campbell County Sheriff’s Department, and then returned to the City of LaFollette to serve as Chief of Police and City Administrator. In his role as City Administrator, he learned how to manage budgets, secure grants, and oversee the general operations of local government. He now works for the Tennessee Department of Safety.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Discussion of an E911 board member, six acres of city property and trash pick-up are among the items for Monday’s City of La Follette workshop. The workshop will be held at City Hall on July 27 at 5:30pm.

See the full agenda below.

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By Charlie Hutson

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- On this Throwback Thursday, we return to February 1955. That’s when First State Bank of Jacksboro moved into its brand new building. First State Bank was first chartered to Caryville in 1923. The banks first president was Dr. R. L. Gallaher until 1945.

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LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is conducting Sobriety Checkpoints around the region during the month of July, and a checkpoint is scheduled for Campbell County, namely Caryville, the evening of July 24, around dusk.

TOP PHOTO: WLAF file photo courtesy of the THP.

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SPEEDWELL, TN (WLAF)- “You are encouraged to join the Chamber Lunch Bunch as we go to support fellow Chamber of Commerce & Tourism member Pro Angler Shop and Diner to help give them a great lunch time rush on Friday,” said Missy Tackett, Executive Director of the Chamber.

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CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- For 25 years, Republican Maria Partin has proudly served the people of Campbell County with professionalism, integrity, and a servant’s heart.

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JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Thursday marks day six of 14 early voting days with the last day to early vote being Sat., Aug. 1. Wednesday featured another good turnout with 204 votes cast as the total number of early votes, so far, crossed over the one-thousand vote mark on Tuesday The running total stands at 1,317 compared 1,560 votes cast at this stage in 2022.

Early voting with comparison to (Aug. 2022 early voting)

204 Wed., July 22 (265)

275 Tue., July 21 (309)

309 Mon., July 20 (351)

125 Sat., July 18 (184)

404 Fri., July 17 (451)

Here’s a look at the August 6, 2026, sample ballot. Early voting began July 17.

Early voting hours for Thursday are from 9am until 4pm at the Election Commission office at 129 Church Alley at Jacksboro and 9am-2pm at Jellico, 410 South Main Street, in the Municipal building.

Candidates are allowed to campaign but must remain 100 feet from the election commission building. Tents must be set up behind church. Candidates can not set up tents to the left of the building due to construction.

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WLAF’s Matthew Moore captured Wednesday’s memorable event on camera below

CLINTON, TN (WLAF)- The Pearl at Aspire served as the backdrop for a fun and memorable Pyro Shows gathering as Pyro founder Lansden Hill celebrated his record breaking crew. Crew leader James “Jim” Edwards and his crew helped make Nashville history earlier this month at the Nashville Star Spangled Bash. The Bash has been Edwards baby going on 10 years.

VERY TOP PHOTO: Jim Edwards, left, is presented a proclamation from Mayor Jack Lynch signifying Wednesday, July 22, 2026, as “Jim Edwards Light Up the Sky Day” in Campbell County.

WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares his photo gallery HERE.

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Legendary LMS, CCHS Track & Field coach returns to LaFollette after six months of recovery 

By Clayton Carroll 

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) – Coach Greg Vincent made his return home after a six-month stint of being hospitalized due to a tragic tree stand accident in January. His homecoming on Wednesday was the exact sixth-month anniversary of the horrific fall. 

WLAF’s Charlie Hutson shares his photo gallery HERE.

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