Motion to grant the variance died for lack of a second

By SUSAN SHARP

JACKSBORO, TN. (WLAF)- A proposed development in the Shanghai community failed to get a green light again Monday night. At last night’s Campbell County Planning Commission meeting, eight members voted to not allow the proposed project to move forward without more information.

Expected to vote on a new director of schools

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- Since Interim Director of Schools Nancy Lay took leave last week, Campbell County has been without a director of schools. Late Thursday afternoon, the notice of a special called board of education meeting was announced for Tuesday evening to discuss and take any necessary action regarding the appointment of the Campbell County Director of Schools.

Sheriff’s race, for all intense and purpose, will be decided in May, not August

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- For the May 5, 2026, County Primary Election, District 2 in Campbell County will be the only district appearing on the Democratic Ballot. Voters are encouraged to review their sample ballot in advance and contact the Campbell County Election Commission with any questions 423.562.9777.

Jerry Chadwell’s Michigan Wolverines defeat Olivia McKamey’s UCONN Huskies 69-63

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- The teams for Jerry Chadwell- Michigan and Olivia McKamey- UCONN played for the national championship on Monday in WLAF’s Final Four Fun Run. Chadwell’s Wolverines came away 69-63 winners. Chadwell wins $50 while he and McKamey both win pizza from Charley’s Pizza. Jeremy Dorton (Arizona) and Jeff Norton (Illinois) each had teams reach the Final Four, and they also win pizza from Charley’s.

Monday’s National Championship final from Monday, April 6:

Jerry Chadwell– Michigan Wolverines 69 Olivia McKamey– UCONN Huskies 63

Saturday’s Final Four match up finals from Saturday, April 4:

Olivia McKamey– UCONN Huskies 71 Jeff Norton– Illinois Fightin’ Illini 62

Jerry Chadwell– Michigan Wolverines 91 vs. Jeremy Dorton– Arizona Wildcats 73

There are upwards of 50 individuals listed on today’s docket

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

There’ll be bakers & farmers, sewers & wood workers, beekeepers & many other crafters

LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- What began in circa 2009 opens back up for another season on Saturday, April 25, and you’re invited to come out. The Farmers Market hours come April 25 will be Saturdays from 8am until 2pm in the big parking lot on the hill across from Doyle’s Tire Shop at 2520 Jacksboro Pike.

RAM to provide free dental, vision, medical services at Roane State Sat.-Sun., April 11-12

HARRIMAN, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)– For millions of Americans, access to basic healthcare is a challenge at best and an impossibility at worst. Due to geographic or economic barriers, much of the U.S. population is uninsured or underinsured. Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is stepping in to address this issue by offering a free, comprehensive dental, vision, and medical clinic at Roane State Community College Harriman Campus Clinic located at 276 Patton Lane, Harriman, Tennessee, on Sat. and Sun., April 11-12. This upcoming clinic will provide dental, vision, and medical care to those who might otherwise go without these essential services. This free RAM Clinic is hosted by Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge.

Campbell wins impressively over the Red Devils at Halls

KNOXVILLE, TN (WLAF)- Coach Rusty Fields’ Cougar Tennis team is atop the District 3-AA standings after winning 7-2 on Monday over the Red Devils at Halls. “That was a big win for us,” said Coach Fields.

The Critter Cupboard is located 749 Towe String Road, Jacksboro

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- The Campbell County Critter Cupboard is in urgent need of donations specifically dog food, cat food, and litter to continue its mission of helping pets stay in loving homes with full bellies.

Visit the mobile unit today at the Walmart parking lot from 9am until 3pm

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

Boys & Girls Club ribbon cutting for Campbell County Club is Thu., April 16, 4pm

LAFOLLETTE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCTNV) is proud to announce the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Boys & Girls Club of Campbell County. The event will take place on Thursday, April 16, at 4:00 p.m. at the Club’s facility located at 711 South 4th Street, LaFollette, TN 37766.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The food trucks will roll back into LaFollette on April 7.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The City of LaFollette will be taking applications for a full time Codes Enforcement/Permitting Officer.

LAFOLLETTE, TN. (WLAF)- The City of LaFollette Dogwood Trails will open April 9 at 10am.