CCSO, CPD, LaF. Rescue Squad, Campbell EMS rescue six people

PIONEER, TN (WLAF)- Six people, two from Campbell County, were rescued hours before sun up on Sunday. “We got the call about 3am that some folks were lost while riding ATVs off Flatwoods Road,” said Campbell County Sheriff’s Deputy Clinton Hutchinson.

TOP PHOTOS: Six missing ATV riders were located in the wee hours of Sunday morning.

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Multi-vehicle crash with injury on I-75

VASPER, TN (WLAF)- A multi-vehicle crash occurred on I-75 near the Vasper Bridge just before 6pm Saturday. Injuries were reported in the mishap on the northbound side at Mile Marker 132. Traffic was down to one lane of two and backed up all the way to Rocky Top.

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LaFollette officials expected to raise garbage fees, amount yet to be decided

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The 2,700 City of LaFollette garbage customers could pay more for having their garbage picked up every week. How much more has not been decided. However, a resolution to raise the rates is on the agenda for Tuesday’s regular monthly City of La Follette meeting at 5:30pm at city hall.

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Election coverage Thursday, 7:30pm over WLAF’s 10 media platforms

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- WLAF’s team of reporters is ready to bring you complete coverage of the August 6 general and primary elections. Poll hours are from 9am until 8pm. WLAF’s live coverage begins at 7:30pm.

TOP PHOTO: Clarence Lowe, left, Bill Waddell and Jake Miller checking numbers during the May election.

WLAF’s Susan Sharp will be anchoring the live election results coverage.
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Cougar fans get their first look at the 2026 edition of CCHS Football tonight

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- There’s no practice today for the Campbell County Cougar Football team, because it’s scrimmage game day against the Eagles at Seymour. Kickoff is 6pm on Householder Field.

TOP PHOTO: WLAF’s Charlie Hutson attended practice this week and shares a photo.

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Family away from home, dog outside as home catches fire

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Firefighters with La Follette Fire along with officers with the La Follette Police Department as well as a crew member from LUB were called to the scene of a house fire in the 500 block of East Hemlock Street. The call of seeing flames near a window of the home came in to La Follette 911 just after 5pm Thursday.

TOP PHOTO: La Follette Fire Fighters used water from the units as well as from a nearby fire hydrant.

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Community Trust Bank welcomes you to celebrate Regina Blankenship today

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Regina Blankenship of Community Trust Bank plans to retire at the end of July, and you’re invited to her retirement celebration. It’s set for Friday, July 31, from 10am to 3pm, at the Jacksboro offices of Community Trust Bank.

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Print your Cougar Football Roster and Schedule here from WLAF

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell Cougars venture to Seymour today to take on the Eagles in a 6pm scrimmage.

TOP PHOTO: WLAF’S CHARLIE HUTSON SHARES AN ABOVE REYNOLDS FIELD LOOK FROM PRACTICE EARLIER THIS WEEK.

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Two events are set for August to benefit young Garland Croft

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (WLAF)- The community is coming together in August for a two day event to benefit a child. Garland is the six year old son of Jason and Kimberly Croft. He has a very rare genetic disorder called NA15, a rare neurologic disease. This disease can cause blindness, heart problems, muscle and bone diseases, and other organ problems. The life expectancy of this disease is unknown, but the oldest adult with this is 40. The disease will progress as he gets older, so constant medical attention is required.

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Matthew has Moore about what’s happening around town

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!

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Greeneview Farms stocks the summer with events

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- From a tractor pulls to music Greeneview Farms has a full schedule for the next few months.

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CORA to hold its first regular monthly meeting at Jellico

JELLICO, TN (WLAF)- Tuesday night’s regular monthly meeting of the Campbell Outdoor Recreation Association (CORA) will be held at Jellico, a first in CORA’s history.

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Legal notices July 31, 2026

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 07/31/2026- 6AM)

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