WLAF’s Big Josh is headed to Honey-do-ville

Today at 9am, WLAF’s Big Josh Etter calls it a career

By Jim Freeman

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- So what do you do with a retired radio announcer? You send him on a one-way trip to Honey-do-ville. That’s where WLAF’s Big Josh Etter is bound come 9am Friday.

For those of you who know Josh or tune him in on the radio, it’s easy to understand why his colleagues speaks highly of him.

“Remember when I called you and asked if you would like to join us at WLAF? I felt that was the best move, and it turned out to be the right choice. Hope you feel the same!”- Bill Waddell

“Big Josh is one of the best radio personalities Campbell County has ever known, and I appreciate the great work that he did at WLAF over the years. Whether he hosted the WLAF Trading Post each weekday or he shared his love for Jesus Christ through the songs he played, you could count on Big Josh to make someone’s day go just a little better. With that said, I want to congratulate Big Josh on a job well done and I wish him all of the best in his retirement.” –Derrick Lee Anderson

“Josh has been an inspiration to me.  He would tell me that I was getting better. He would always give me pointers and advice, and for that I am grateful and thankful for, Big Josh.  You will be missed my friend.”- Les Martin

“Big Josh is a cornerstone at WLAF.  He will be greatly missed, but he is so well deserving of this retirement.  With a voice for radio and a face for television, Josh fit in perfectly at WLAF. He was the kind a guy that’s good to have around regardless of the job, he got it done. Best to Big Josh, a WLAF Legend.”- Charlotte Underwood

“I’m so proud of Josh for the good job and commitment he has made to our community over the years. His strong but kind voice will be missed by many but we wish you a happy retirement.”- Billy Ball

“Big Josh is a legend! It’s going to be sad to not hear him first thing in the morning going forward, but he deserves retirement. Congratulations, Big Josh! You are on the WLAF Mt. Rushmore!”- Josh Parker

“There has never been a day that Big Josh didn’t greet me with a smile. His joy is contagious.”- Susan Sharp

“Big Josh sounded like he was just talking to me.”- Todd Overbay

“Josh is one of the kindest, considerate, and honest men I have ever met! We will miss him here at WLAF.”- Ann Rutherford

“When I first started interning at WLAF, he was extremely patient while showing me the ropes of the morning time slot and of course the World Famous Trading Post, his calling card. Congratulations Big Josh on an incredible career at the ole radio station! “- Clayton Carroll

“Big Josh brought the full package to WLAF; personality, smarts, a pleasant demeanor, a nice sounding voice and people skills.”- Jim Freeman

Josh was born at Matewan, West Virginia, grew up in Columbus, Ohio, moved to La Follette, Tennessee, and is headed to Honey-do-ville. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-06/27/2025-6AM)