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.

‘It is an honor for the employees of Pyro Shows to sponsor the Veteran’s breakfast’- Lansden Hill

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- It’s quite fitting that Pyro Shows is sponsoring Saturday’s Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. “We are glad to have the opportunity to pay tribute to the veterans in Campbell County. I am proud to be a member of that group. It is also a special honor that our breakfast is on June 6th, the date that Allied Forces invaded Fortress Europe (D-Day) to return the people of many countries to the freedom so many of them fought and died for,” said Lansden Hill, founder-owner-president of Pyro Shows.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- An asphalt project on Flat Hollow Road turned tense when an asphalt roller overturned injuring the driver.

This week’s WLAF “Business of the Week”

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- When Jeremy Johnson is not busy keeping you rolling, he’s keeping an eye on the latest Tennessee score no matter what the sport. Johnson, a 10 year Campbell Countian by way of his birthplace, Chattanooga, and his wife Nancy welcome you to Volunteer Auto Fix and would be honored to handle your vehicle repairs.

‘The bank was packed my first day, and I had had no training as a teller’- Mildred Bullard Asbury

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- LMU’s loss was Peoples Bank of the South’s gain when Mildred Bullard, before marrying Hutch Asbury, decided not to return to college for her sophomore year. “I came to work at the bank on summer break in 1957, and before school started back, I asked Mildred Reynolds if I could just stay on at the bank. She said yes,” said Bullard-Asbury.

Tastings, great company, All-American fun all day today at Norris Lake Wine & Spirits

CAMPBELL COUNTY,TN (WLAF)- Kick-off summer the American way today with great friends and patriotic vibes at Norris Lake Wine & Spirits at Woodson’s Mall.

Enjoy music while you take part in multiple vendor tastings and snacks at Norris Lake Wine & Spirits all day today. There will also be a NASCAR race car on display.

The Summer Meal program is in full swing, started on Wednesday

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Eleven thirty until 12:30pm is the magic hour for the weekly Summer Meal distribution on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Day one was Wednesday at Valley View Elementary with distribution set for Thursday at Campbell High, the Jacksboro side, and Jellico High.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Two fires in two years closed the garbage transfer station at the Convenience Center on Towe String Rd, Jacksboro in April. The first fire occurred in Aug. 2024 and the second fire occurred in April 2026.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Black Bear T-shirts in LaFollette is dedicated to creating original shirts. This week it offers a new design for the 2026 season.

By Clayton Carroll

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – The Cougars are back on Reynolds Field following a short hiatus at the conclusion of spring practice. Summer workouts have begun for the Orange-and-Blue.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF) – A multi vehicle accident has caused traffic delays near the 141 mile marker on I-75. The southbound lane left lane is blocked as it the shoulder. The accident occurred just before noon.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 6/4/2026-12:55PM)

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- Cumberland Tire and Service is holding a grand opening today. Located on the corner of Beech and Indiana, Cumberland Tire and Service is owned by John and Cheryl Heatherly.

Admission for the event is $10 per car.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- Pullin’ in the Valley is back. On Saturday night, Greeneview Farms Market will host the event that promises fun for the entire family. Weigh in starts at 3pm with pulling starting at 4:30pm. The hook fee is $10. Admission for the event is $10 per car.

By Charlie Hutson

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- We return to the 1950s in today’s Throwback Thursday feature.   The first air ambulance service for Campbell County and the area was Berry Air Ambulance in 1958.