Kash & Karry Building Supply is WLAF’s Business of the Week

By CHARLOTTE UNDERWOOD

 LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) – Kash & Karry has an upcoming sale on Envision Composite Decking beginning May 1 and running through May 24.

 The sale is for “in stock only” product and is for 10 percent off.

 Composite decking doesn’t splinter or rot and is resistant to mold and mildew. It is more durable and resistant to water damage and also requires less maintenance than wood and it comes in a variety of colors.

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Body scanner already making a difference at county jail

‘It’s going to greatly reduce contraband from coming into the jail’- Sheriff Wayne Barton

Campbell County Sheriff Wayne Barton points to information about the body scanner (very top photo) that’s in a room near this entrance to the jail.

By Jim Freeman

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – “They’ll do anything to get drugs into the jail. It’s so addictive,” said Campbell Sheriff Wayne Barton. Keeping illegal drugs out of the Campbell County Jail and away from inmates is a constant challenge for the sheriff and his staff.

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CTE competition held between Campbell and Jellico High Schools 

Students in Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Construction and Nursing competed, showcasing their skills

TOP PHOTO: Exciting and yummy foods are happening at CCHS and Jellico High School’s Culinary Arts programs.

Family and Consumer Science students participated in Thursday’s CTE competition held at CCHS. 

By Charlotte Underwood 

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – Campbell County High School and Jellico High school competed in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Competitions at CCHS on Thursday morning.

Students in Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Construction and Nursing competed, showcasing their skills against one another. 

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Tennessee Tuxedo’s Prom Night Live is Sat. 6pm televised over WLAF

Josh Parker and Jessica Stout-Broyles are your hosts

Watch the 2023 Prom Night Live HERE on demand from WLAF. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 04/25/2024-6AM)

Grand jury to convene in May

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- The Campbell County Grand Jury will start a new session in May.

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It’s Farmers Market weekend. The market opens its season Saturday.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) – “We’re opening at 8am Saturday with our first Farmers Market of the season,” said Megan Colley, your local Farmers Market manager. Customers and vendors are welcome every Saturday through October 5 to the months long market held in the big parking lot across from Doyle’s Tire Shop.

TOP PHOTO: Colley’s Tied & True tent has been a Farmers Market staple for years.

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Lone two items on LaFollette Planning Commission agenda pass

By Lindsey Hutson-Suttles

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) – Thursday afternoon’s LaFollette Regional Planning Commission meeting was a short with only two items on the agenda.

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Here’s the Gage on Campbell County Real Estate

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Today’s house is charmer with a great location.

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Ferra to perform at Chapman Hill Winery on May 11

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- Chapman Hill Winery is hosting an event on Sat., May 11. Carie Ferra, from this season of American Idol, will be the featured performer.

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Truck break down causes South Cumberland slow down

Big rig spent the balance of the day blocking one lane of road at Cumberland and Beech, streets are back open.

LFD Firefighter John Davis directs an 18-wheeler on through the four way stop.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) -Around 8am Thursday, a low boy hauling an excavator broke down on South Cumberland Avenue near East Beech Street.

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Reagan’s ready to sign to cheer at ETSU

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – This afternoon at 2:00 at John Brown Gym, Reagan Rutherford will make it official. She will officially sign to continue her cheering career at the collegiate level, at ETSU.

TOP PHOTO: Cheerleader Reagan Rutherford was also a member of the football homecoming court in 2023.

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Playground prep on Thursday for Friday’s grand opening

The much anticipated Caryville Cares Playground officially opens today at noon

By Charlie Hutson

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF) – Members of the Caryville Volunteer Fire and Police Departments were busy late day Thursday getting ready for Friday’s attendees who will celebrate the grand opening of the Caryville Cares Playground. The celebration begins at noon today, and you’re invited. 

TOP PHOTO: Caryville Firefighters making sure all is looking good for Friday’s playground grand opening.

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Cougars win on Senior Night for baseball

Campbell High’s baseball squad claims second victory of the season. Watch win on demand HERE from WLAF.

By Clayton Carroll

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – It was a beautiful, 70 degree evening on Thursday; perfect conditions for Cougar Baseball. The Orange-and-Blue played host to the Scott Highlanders on senior night at Brown-Archer Field. Before first pitch, the lone Cougar senior, Zach Ross, was recognized.

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Minor accident, big slowdown

Traffic down to one lane in each direction in front of the Sonic

Traffic was momentarily snarled in each direction in front of the Sonic on Thursday afternoon.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF) – A couple of cars collided in the turn lane in front of the Sonic around 2:30 this afternoon. The scene was cleared by 3pm.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 04/25/2024-3PM)

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