By Charlotte Underwood

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- Educators make a difference in students’ lives every day. For many students, having a school employee who cares and goes that extra mile can be the difference in a successful education and graduation. We’ve all had that teacher, or school employee who inspired us or helped in some way. That’s why WLAF and Eagle Tire Pros salute all of our hardworking educators with a weekly feature.

The kind folks at Ayers Auction & Real Estate make class a reality

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Around 20 kids learned about Campbell County culture and heritage at a Music Makers Seed Savers class held at Postmark LaFollette on Wednesday.

TOP PHOTO: Upwards of 20 youngsters learned about Campbell County culture and heritage at a Music Makers Seed Savers class held at Postmark LaFollette on Wednesday. Kids are pictured holding Appalachian Picking Sticks which they got to learn how to play, as well as decorate and take home thanks to a generous donation and class sponsorship from the kind folks at Ayers Auction and Real Estate.

By Matthew Moore

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Jake Miller, host of Jake Miller Sports Talk on WLAF, is asking you to share your opinion on what would be a potentially major shift in middle school athletics for Jacksboro and La Follette Middle Schools with a merger of the sports programs.

The poll is below.

There are more than 75 individuals listed on today’s docket

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

LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- You are encouraged to come grow with Lindsay’s by joining its team. Lindsay’s Carpet and Paint Center is in its third generation of being family owned and operated by the Lindsay family, and as Lindsay’s grows, there are more career opportunities than ever before from the Downtown La Follette staple.

You are encouraged to build your future with Lindsay’s friendly team where there is great pay with flexible hours.

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- There is now an Landing Zone, commonly called an LZ, at Cove Lake State Park.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The City of La Follette Planning Commission holds its regular monthly meeting on Thursday at 5pm, at City Hall.

TOP PHOTO: One item on the agenda involves a property on West Hill Street.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Over the past 28 years, Jimmy Jeffries has served the community in numerous capacities. He worked as a police officer for the City of LaFollette, served as a detective with the Campbell County Sheriff’s Department, and then returned to the City of LaFollette to serve as Chief of Police and City Administrator. In his role as City Administrator, he learned how to manage budgets, secure grants, and oversee the general operations of local government. He now works for the Tennessee Department of Safety.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Thursday brings a public hearing and the finish to the June City of La Follette Council meeting.

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- For years, the LA Cruizers Car Club has hosted Saturday Cruize-Ins at Hardee’s and on North Tennessee Avenue. Now for this Cruize-In season, the club is hosting Share Nights at Bojangles on select Thursdays. The first Share Night is today from 5pm until 9pm.

CAMPBELL COUNTY, TN. (WLAF)- CLICK HERE to view today’s legal notices. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED 06/25/2026- 6AM)

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- Preparations are underway for the 2026 City of La Follette National Night Out. August 4, a Tuesday, is the date for the annual event.

Register now by contacting Donna Weaver at 423.563.0690, dweaver@lafollettetn.net.

By Charlie Hutson

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- In November 1976, the Goodyear store located at the corner of West Central Avenue and Depot Street was destroyed by fire.

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Election Commission office will be closed on Monday, June 29, and Tuesday, June 30.