Former LaFollette Chief of Police passed away this morning at his home

LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of retired LaFollette Police Chief Ben Baird, a man whose dedication to public service and commitment to the citizens of our community left a lasting impact on the City of LaFollette.

Meetings for the week begin on Tuesday evening with Town of Caryville meeting

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Leaders with the Town of Caryville begin a short week with a meeting this evening at six at the Municipal Building. Next year’s budget takes center stage.

There will be a  public hearing  concerning the budget for the Town of Caryville at the Caryville Municipal Building, 4839 Old Hwy 63, Caryville, Tennessee, on  Monday, June 8, 2026, 6pm.

Two vehicle wreck creates traffic problems in both directions of I-75

RIDGEWOOD, TN (WLAF)- It was 1:26am Friday when the report of a serious accident on I-75 was called in to Central Dispatch. The preliminary report from Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms the accident occurred on the northbound side of I-75 near the Ridgewood train trestle.

A 1964 graduate of La Follette High School

By Jim Freeman

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- News of the passing of Ben Baird came in to WLAF at 8:30 on Monday morning. Like it generally seems, I’d just seen the former police chief a few days earlier at one of his regular haunts; full of entertaining stories.

Ben Baird became La Follette Police Chief in the early 2000s retiring in January 2009, and he spent all 36 years of his law enforcement career with LPD beginning in 1973. He served at every rank from Sergeant to Chief. 

Nine couples apply for a marriage license

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

Set for June 10-12 at Campbell County High School. Registration is open.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Power Camp is coming to Campbell County High School next month. “It’s never too early to register. Registration is now open by scanning the QR code,” said FCA Sponsor Coach Brian Miracle.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- For several hours on Memorial Day, Joshua Goins rode his horse Blaze from the barn to the Sonic and back with the U-S flag flying. It’s extra motivation for Blaze, because he loves Sonic’s tater tots, the large size.

Visit the mobile unit today at the Walmart parking lot from 9am until 3pm

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The Ridgeview Mobile Health Clinic is providing services on Tuesdays in Campbell County. However, there are some key things to know:

The LA Cruizers will be giving the Juke away on August 22

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- On Saturday, members of the LA Cruizers were at Woodson’s Mall selling tickets for a chance for you to win a Nissan Juke, a 2011 model. If you were not able to get your ticket on Saturday, you can still get a ticket for a chance to win.

Connect  HERE  to watch anytime; the  WATCH  link is on the top page black tab of WLAF’s website

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Thanks to the genius of Todd Overbay and the late Frank Payne, the WLAF’s Ben Rogers Building Camera became a reality and is now showing you live looks of Downtown La Follette. Terry’s Pharmacy is the sponsor for the WLAF Ben Rogers Building Camera.

Connect HERE to watch on demand

The program is further down this page so you can print a copy

HARROGATE, TN (WLAF)- See and hear all the senior speeches, the booming voice of James Skeans as he announces the names of the graduates followed by cheers and screams, the turning of the tassels and tossing of the caps right here from WLAF.

Watch on demand HERE.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- May is your opportunity to register your child for Pre-K in Campbell County Schools. Your student must be four years old before or by August 15, 2026.

Lots of activities are planned for Friday, Saturday and beyond. See details below.

By Matthew Moore

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF) – There’s always something fun or interesting going on in Campbell County, and you can learn about it all right here!

A culvert collapsed on Saturday morning

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- The road on Caryville Mountain at the Round Rock Baptist Church, Stoney Fork Road, was closed for most all of Saturday due to a collapsed culvert, according to Campbell County Road Superintendent Ron Dilbeck. It has since been reopened.