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.

Photos by WLAF’s Charlie Hutson

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- It was a most enjoyable morning of fellowship, food and fun for more than 75 folks who gathered at Coolidge First Baptist Church for the August Cars and Coffee. “It’s a nice turnout today, and we’d like to thank Dunkin for partnering with us,” said Anessia North. She and her husband Richard are among those who started the event in 2021.

See the full photo gallery HERE.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- An unsettled pattern remains in place through the week. Scattered showers and storms will be around at times, especially during the afternoon hours.

TOP IMAGE: The gray shaded counties are under a DENSE FOG ADVISORY through 10am Monday.

By Clayton Carroll 

BARBOURVILLE, KY (WLAF) – The Campbell Cougars traveled north to Barbourville, Kentucky, to battle the Knox Central Panthers in the Cougars’ second scrimmage of the preseason on Friday night. Campbell fell to Knox 48-14, but “progressed in the right direction,” according to second-year head coach Taylor Ownbey. 

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- Three municipalities will have elections in November. Caryville, Jellico and La Follette will fill a total of 13 upcoming vacancies.

The election is Thu., Nov. 3, with Thu., Aug. 20, being the last day to turn in a petition to seek office.

On Friday, former La Follette Mayor and Council Member Cliff Jennings picked up a petition to run for council for La Follette. Jennings was first elected in 1983 to council, then a few years later as mayor. For almost 43 years, Jennings has either been mayor or on council the balance of those years.

Photos by Charlie Hutson

TOP PHOTO: On Saturday at the third annual West La Follette Baptist Church shoe give-a-way, Elvie Draughn helps her youngest son Ethan try on a new pair of sneakers. Left to right are father William, Ethan, Willie and mother Elvie Draughn.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- “Our first year giving away shoes, a little boy said he’d never had a new pair of shoes. That memory has stayed with me,” said Kenny Allen, Pastor of West La Follette Baptist Church. The church hosted its third annual shoe and sock give-a-way on Saturday as youngsters walked away in comfort. 

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- The Town of Caryville meets tonight at six for the monthly meeting of the board of mayor and aldermen.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The community is coming together this week for a two day event to benefit a child. Both events are gospel singings to raise funds for Garland, the 6- year-old son of Jason and Kimberly Croft. On Fri., Aug. 14 at Katie’s Restaurant from 6-7:30 pm, there will be live gospel music and a love offering to help Garland and his family. The second event will be on Sat., Aug. 15 at 3 pm, at Greeneview Farms Market. There will be live gospel music and donations accepted for Garland and his family. There is no admission charge for either event.

Garland has a very rare genetic disorder called NA15.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Joint Economic Community Development Board meets in its regular monthly meeting. That’s Thu., Aug., 13, at 6pm.

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

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.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Meet Alma. Are you looking for a faithful, sweet, easy going companion? This gentle girl has a heart that shines. She is happiest, soaking up affection, leisurely sniffing around and simply being by your side. She likes other dogs and kids.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The City of LaFollette is now accepting bids for the rehabilitation of one home through its THDA HOME Program rehabilitation grant project.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 08/10/2026- 6AM)

By Charlie Hutson

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Here are a couple of the many good looking rides parked on North Tennessee Avenue Saturday evening.