Public hearing on La Follette code of used tire storage today

“I feel like I’m being targeted,” JR Kitts, local tire dealer

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The second topic on today’s 5:30pm City of La Follette public hearing is Ordinance 2024-04 amending the municipal code regarding chapter 4 storage of used tires section 13-402 unlawful storage in all zoning districts. The ordinance changes the number of tires allowed to be stored outside from 300 to 200, the tires cannot be stored for more than 30 days and the violation fee changed from $50 to $100.

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LUB Water Department scores 594 out of 599 in latest inspection

LaFollette Utility Board approves tree trimming bids, COLA, other business

LaFollette Utility Interim General Manager Keith Adkins told the board on Monday that the water department had been inspected and had received a score of 594 out of 599 and had scored very well.

By Charlotte Underwood

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The LaFollette Utility Board met Monday evening for its May workshop and meeting, approving tree trimming bids, a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), among other business items.

After discussion during the workshop, the board approved to increase the cost-of-living adjustment for employees from the previous 3-percent that had been projected to 4-percent to reflect the federal COLA.

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THP Sobriety Checkpoint Friday night at the White Bridge

THP, other agencies to stage on Demory Road at White Bridge and Lonas Young Park

A THP Trooper visits with the driver of this van at a safety checkpoint in this WLAF file photo

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is conducting Sobriety Checkpoints around the region during the month of June, and a checkpoint is scheduled for Campbell County, namely La Follette, Friday evening around dusk.

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Campbell County General Sessions Court Docket June 2, 2026

There are more than 60 individuals listed on today’s docket

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- Below is today’s general sessions court docket.

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Lindsay’s has premium oak flooring on sale .99 a square foot

Buyer must purchase all 960 square feet

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Lindsay’s Carpet & Paint Center has the perfect deal for you for your home/office or the home/office you are constructing.

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No back license plate lights, prompts traffic stop, DUI arrest

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- In the wee hours of Sunday morning, La Follette Police Officer Robbie Cobb observed a white Mazda sedan with no back license plate lights while on routine patrol. The Mazda was traveling east into La Follette on West Central Avenue.

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Ridgeview’s Mobile Health Clinic provides services on Tuesdays
The mobile clinic is at Wal-Mart today.

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

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Summer meal pick-ups start Wednesday at Valley View Ele. School

Campbell and Jellico High Schools and Valley View Elementary School

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- Here is the Summer Meal Pick-Up schedule for June and July along with detailed information. Feel free to print out a copy.

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Kash & Karry Building Supply in need of administrative assistant

Apply in person at 206 South Indiana Avenue

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Campbell County’s only locally owned and operated building supply store has a career opportunity for you.

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New outdoor pickleball, basketball courts open

Behind the Main Street Shell

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- “We’re excited to announce that the newest addition to our Sports Complex is officially open,” said Chris Smith, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of La Follette.

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McCullah-Allen reunion is Sunday at Cove Lake State Park, Shelter 1

By Clayton Carroll

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- It’s that time of the year again for the McCullahs and Allens to reunite at Cove Lake State Park’s Shelter number one at 1pm, on Sunday.

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Legal notices June 2, 2026

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)-CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 06/2/2026- 6AM)

Hope + Stand Church enhances new building with cross

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The pastors and members of  Hope+Stand  Church continue to transform what was once a Hecks Discount Store and later a BIG LOTS! into the newest and most modern worship facility in the region.  The new lit cross is the latest addition to the facility that opened last month. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-06/02/2026-6AM-PHOTO SUBMITTED)

Six sent to prison for committing felonies

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- On May 26, Eighth Judicial District Criminal Court Judge Zach Walden sentenced the following offenders to Tennessee Department of Correction custody:

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