WLAF looks back at the stories making headlines in April, May and June

TOP PHOTO: Local musician Greg Marlow performed on The Grand Ole Opry.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- With 2024 ending in a few days, WLAF is looking back at the stories we shared with you.

APRIL

A controversial new law that allowed teachers to carry a concealed handgun on school property didn’t affect Campbell County Schools. CLICK HERE for the full story.

The Campbell County Jail saw its second death in two weeks. For more information CLICK HERE.

WLAF’s Matthew Moore headed to Marshall, Illinois, while WLAF contributor Emma McCarty ventured to Akron, Ohio, both in search of memorable photos of the eclipse. Mission accomplished. To see the photos CLICK HERE.

MAY

Local musician Greg Marlow performed on The Grand Ole Opry. CLICK HERE for the full story.

Greg Marlow

“CSX officials are on the scene, as of 11am, and the crew that handles situations like this will be on site in a couple of hours,” said La Follette Fire Chief Jimmy Pack. That is the update Pack gave WLAF following a train derailment in LaFollette. CLICK HERE for the full story.

An inmate who was mistakenly released from the Campbell County Jail was arrested and taken back to jail. The man had been out of jail over 18 months at the time. CLICK HERE for the full story.

JUNE

Instead of facing a jury, Margo White-Oden entered a guilty plea in the car accident that severely injured her three children. For the full story CLICK HERE.

Five Campbell County inmates were indicted for rioting. CLICK HERE for more information.

Campbell County Schools announced significant improvements in student proficiency across multiple subjects for the 2023-24 academic year. CLICK HERE for more information.

The Lindsay Brothers, Joe and Lee, opened Lindsay’s Carpet & Paint Center in 1974. Though the two brothers have since passed, Lee’s son Scott and grandson Chase continue the family tradition of owning and operating the business. The business marks its 50th year in business in 2024. Read the full story HERE.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 12/27/2024- 6AM)

Related