CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- The Campbell County Environmental Services Department is pleased to announce that all necessary replacement parts for our network, server systems, compactor, and scale house equipment have been received and successfully installed following the recent lightning strike that caused significant damage to our facility.

A NOTE FROM THE GRAND ON CENTRAL:  “There is so much good going on in our community, and I want to share all this good with you every Monday here on WLAF in hopes that you will start your week in a grand way making each week a Grand Week,” said Olivia Lobertini, owner of The Grand on Central.

The community comes together for Greg Vincent to come home. See the full photo gallery of the building of a ramp for the Vincent home from WLAF’s Charlie Hutson.

By Charlotte Underwood

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Two church groups, along with other members of the community, have come together over the past couple of months to help get Coach Greg Vincent’s home ready for his return after a six-month hospital and rehabilitation stay.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- “You are number 373 so far today,” said Mallory Rosenfeld, Administrator of Elections to a voter on Friday evening. The total number of early votes cast on day one is 404. That was Friday while Saturday’s number came out to 125.

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

125 July 18 (184)

404 July 17 (451)

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

Early voting hours for Monday 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.

By Charlotte Underwood

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The LaFollette Utility Board hired a new general manager at a special-called meeting held on Friday. The board voted to hire David Cross (top photo) for the position at a salary of $250,000 annually. He was chosen out of a pool of 19 candidates who turned in resumes, according to LaFollette Utility Board Chairman Laura Byrge.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- After a months long recovery, retired LaFollette Middle School Coach Greg Vincent is coming home. His homecoming is set for Wednesday, and WLAF Radio will be there along West Central Avenue for the live broadcast with Clayton Carroll, Matthew Moore and Charlie Hutson.

NASHVILLE, TN. (WLAF)- Tennessee is preparing for the state’s annual sales tax holiday. The tax free weekend begins 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 31 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. During the weekend clothing, school supplies and some electronics are exempt from sales tax.

Certain restrictions apply.  Items sold online are also eligible.  Items must be purchase for personal use, not for business or trade.  

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Republican Jimmy Jeffries is that worker and leader. With a proven work ethic and a commitment to getting things done, Jimmy understands what it takes to move our county forward. He’s focused on strengthening vital services, supporting our communities, and making sure every citizen is served, every day, every time.

By SUSAN SHARP

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- For the first time in several years, Campbell County has a write in candidate on the August ballot.

This has left voters questioning how to vote for write-in candidates.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Lots of work is happening on State Route 63, the General Carl W. Stiner Highway, through Campbell and Claiborne counties as seen in the above photo.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- On Tuesday afternoon, the LaFollette City Council will have two special meetings beginning with a workshop at 3:30 pm, at City Hall.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Each week, WLAF publishes the names of couples who have applied for a marriage license in the last week.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- A war hero plans to visit Campbell County and talk with students at several schools before addressing a crowd at The Stables. Medal of Honor recipient U-S Army Sergeant First Class Sammy Davis will be the guest speaker at a fundraiser for Vietnam Veterans Chapter 1148 on October 9.

TOP PHOTO: The photo of SFC Sammy Davis is courtesy of United States Army Staff Sergeant Jim Greenhill.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- From a tractor pulls to music Greeneview Farms has a full schedule for the next few months.

JACKSBORO, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Meet Aria. She is FIV+, but that doesn’t define who she is.

FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) simply means she has a weakened immune system. With regular veterinary care, a healthy diet, and an indoor home, FIV+ cats can live long, happy, and love-filled lives.