LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Yesterday afternoon, at its regular monthly workshop, members of the LaFollette City Council discussed the six acres of land in front of the proposed sports complex beside Bojangles. It appears the sports complex is moving forward with a possible groundbreaking in April 2027. The total cost for the project is five million dollars with half of the money coming from a grant and the remainder will come from equity of the property. The complex will utilize 12 acres, leaving six acres on the front of the property to be developed. The city has owned the property since 2008. Councilman Wayne Kitts would like to see the six acres marketed for commercial development.

TOP PHOTO: The land being discussed sits along the four lane between the UT Medical Clinic at Independence Lane and Bojangles as seen in this photo from WLAF’s Charlie Hutson.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Cougars held their first practice in pads on Monday morning on Reynolds Field, and Head Coach Taylor Ownbey called it a good day of practice.

TOP PHOTO: Coach Taylor Ownbey, left, directs the Cougars defense on Monday morning.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- It’s the final week of early voting, and it runs through Sat., Aug. 1. There were 253 ballots cast yesterday making Monday’s total the fifth highest turnout so far of the nine days. The running total stands at 2,302 compared 2,639 votes cast at this stage in the August 2022 election.

Early voting hours for Tuesday are from 9am until 4pm at the Election Commission office at 129 Church Alley at Jacksboro and 9am-2pm at Jellico, 410 South Main Street, in the Municipal building.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- Campbell County is in a Category 2, slight risk, out of 5 being the most dangerous, for strong to severe storms today, mainly from 2pm until 7pm.

TOP PHOTO: Showers and storms are possible Tuesday afternoon into early evening. A few strong to severe storms are possible, with the highest chances across Campbell County and northeast TN and southwest VA.

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

By Charlotte Underwood

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The LaFollette Utility Board met on Monday evening for its workshop and July board meeting, approving the newly hired general manager’s contract, along with several resolutions, including one regarding pilot payments and another resolution for the Judy Housley Safety Grant.

TOP PHOTO: The LUB board at Monday’s meeting.

By Jim Freeman

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- An always smiling Hayden Rice (in photo above) was heading off Reynolds Field at the end of Monday morning’s practice when he spotted me. “Hey, Freeman! Interview me,” shouted Rice.

By Charlotte Underwood

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Monday’s LaFollette Utility Board meeting started with a moment of silence for a utility employee, Joe Wilson, who lost his life last week.

TOP PHOTO: LUB interim General Manager Keith Atkins read a tribute statement in honor of Wastewater Treatment operator Joe Wilson who passed last week. Wilson had 40 years of service with LUB.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)-  Tennessee is preparing for the state’s annual sales tax holiday. The tax free weekend begins 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 31 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. During the weekend clothing, school supplies and some electronics are exempt from sales tax. Connect here to see more about the sales tax weekend.

“Lots of students drive to high school and college, and they may need new tires too as school time nears,” said Chris Malone of Doyle’s Tire Shop (photo above). Malone adds that’s why we’ll also be tax free Friday and Saturday, July 31-Aug. 1.

By SUSAN SHARP

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- For the first time in several years, Campbell County has a write in candidate on the August ballot.

This has left voters questioning how to vote for write-in candidates.

By Stewart Thacker

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- This summer marked a historic milestone as Scouts returned to Camp Galilee for the first time in 19 years, bringing the camp back to life with laughter, learning, and outdoor adventure. For many members of Troop 310, it was their first opportunity to set foot on Camp Galilee’s grounds, making the week especially meaningful as a new generation of Scouts experienced the property’s traditions and natural beauty.

TOP PHOTO: David Cadle (center) teaching metal working with Scouts Dallas (left) and Gabe (right)-  Photo by Andy Wooden

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Keeping the right of ways trimmed is keeping crews with La Follette Public Works busy. Monday was no exception.

TOP PHOTO: Robert Blair mows high out in front of a second mower just east of Hunter’s Branch Road on the four lane.

(WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-07/28/2026-6AM)

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Commission announces a special called meeting for Mon., Aug. 3, 5:30pm, at the courthouse. The purpose of the meeting is for discussion and action on the status of the Campbell County Airport- Colonel Tommy C. Stiner Airfield.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 07/28/2026- 6AM)