By Charlotte Underwood

CARYVILLE, 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.

Tiffany Nolan is Eagle Tire Pros Educator of the Week. She teaches 2^nd grade at Caryville Elementary School and has taught for over 17 years in the Campbell County School District.

By Charlotte Underwood

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- At Tuesday’s Campbell County Board of Education meeting, Secondary Supervisor Christopher Enix went over school district results, which showed improvement from the 2025 school year to the 2026 results.

In the 2025 vs 2026 Achievement Comparison, students across the district showed improvement in eight of the nine comparable grade summaries.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- Candidates in the August 6 election were offered the opportunity to answer a questionnaire provided by WLAF. Below are the answers of the responding candidates in alphabetical order. The forms are presented as they were submitted to WLAF.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- WLAF’s Charlie Hutson toured the La Follette Medical Center with April Smith on Wednesday marking LMC’s 70th year. Today, July 16, back in 1956, was the first day patients were seen and admitted to the then new La Follette Community Hospital.

All photos are described from left to right.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Here’s a look at the August 6, 2026, sample ballot. Early voting begins tomorrow on Friday, July 17.

Early voting hours for July 17 are from 9am until 7pm at the Election Commission office at 129 Church Alley at Jacksboro while at Jellico, 410 South Main Street, in the Municipal building, the hours are 2-7pm. Saturday, July 18, early voting hours at each precinct are from 9am until 1pm.

Brad Honeycutt’s Cougars hosted summer camp Monday through Wednesday at CCHS

By Clayton Carroll

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – The Campbell County High School Cougars’ basketball team welcomed second through eighth graders to John R. W. Brown Gymnasium for basketball camp on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. 

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Jimmy Jefferies for County Mayor.

Over the past 28 years, he has served the community in numerous capacities. He worked as a police officer for the City of LaFollette, served as a detective with the Campbell County Sheriff’s Department, and then returned to the City of LaFollette to serve as Chief of Police and City Administrator. In his role as City Administrator, he learned how to manage budgets, secure grants, and oversee the general operations of local government. He now works for the Tennessee Department of Safety.

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Board of Education met on Tuesday evening, approving budget amendments, policies, positions and agreements for the upcoming school year. The board also approved to rebid the repair work for the Jacksboro gym floor project.

A budget amendment for $99,180 for the purchase of a water heater/boiler for Valley View Elementary School was among the amendments approved on Tuesday.

TOP PHOTO: The Campbell County Board of Education Policy Committee met on Tuesday evening, approving multiple policy changes and updates, which were handed down by the state Tennessee School Board Association. These policy changes were then sent to the full board for approval.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- On Saturday, Pete Schlegel will perform at Greeneview Farms Market. He is a Tennessee artist with six albums under his belt. Performing with his six piece electric band Schlegel offers a mix of musical styles. “We play a lot of different things,” Schlegel said.

By Charlotte Underwood

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Campbell County School Director Charlotte McCoy gave the director’s report to board of education members during Tuesday’s BOE meeting held at the Campbell County Courthouse.

McCoy reported that Summer School had been concluded and the program served 162 students in grades Kindergarten through eighth grade at five locations including Jacksboro Elementary, Jacksboro Middle, Valley View Elementary, LaFollette Middle and Jellico Elementary Schools.

“Of those 162 students, 27 were 3^rd graders that were required to attend due to the promotion/retention law,” McCoy said.

During the summer school, 14 bus routes were provided to ensure summer school kids had access to instructional opportunities.

TOP PHOTO: Campbell County Board of Education Chairman Jeffrey Miller, left, and Director of Schools Charlotte McCoy.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- These are the Republican candidates who have stepped forward to serve our communities with integrity, conservative values, and a commitment to putting the people of Campbell County first.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 07/16/2026- 6AM)

Noah Smith Will Fight for Campbell County Despite the Outside Smears

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- When I announced my campaign for Tennessee State Representative for District 36, I did so with a simple purpose: to serve the people of Campbell, Claiborne, and Union Counties with integrity, accountability, and conservative leadership. I am running because I believe our district deserves a representative who listens to the people, not the political establishment.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Natural Resources Day is the theme for today’s Campbell County Leadership day.