Roane County Receives Grant to Combat Food Insecurity
One of the greatest needs of Roane County is food insecurity. Roane County has received $248,661 through a Housing and Urban Development Grant that was administered through the East Tennessee Development District. Because of this grant, four food pantries will receive much-needed equipment to keep or deliver food to people in need. The following non-profits will […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
On September 20, 2023, County Executive, Wade Creswell, signed a Proclamation proclaiming September as “Suicide Prevention Awareness Month” in Roane County. Mr. Creswell was joined by Sarah Harrison, Executive Director of the Roane County Anti-Drug Coalition. September is Suicide Awareness Month nationally, and our county government, in conjunction with Roane County Anti-Drug Coalition, is committed […]
Roane County Office of Emergency Services Adds New Freightliner
Roane County (TN) Office of Emergency Services & Homeland Security just added a new addition to their emergency services fleet! As of today, the county has a new-to-us 4-man cab Freightliner FL-80 with 1,000 gallons of on-board water and 1,500 GPM pump capacity. This addition will help our dedicated first responders serve our community in times […]
Roane County Rundown – Projects Update
Roane County Executive, Wade Creswell, interviews local officials to help explain how local government operates and provide updates on important news and projects.
Long-range Strategic Plan for Roane County
10/29/2023 UPDATE: Roane County is growing, with new people moving to the county, existing businesses expanding, and new businesses locating in the county. How will this growth impact the county and how will services be provided to new residents and businesses? In order to identify the strategies to manage the growth, your county officials need […]
United States Senator Marsha Blackburn Visits the Roane County Courthouse
On Monday, August 21, 2023, United States Senator Marsha Blackburn visited the Roane County Courthouse. Roane County Executive Wade Creswell and Senator Blackburn took some time to catch up on important issues facing the county. Thank you, US Senator Blackburn, for taking the time to visit Roane County.
PSA: Elder Abuse/Financial Exploitation
Be careful, cautious and have a healthy dose of skepticism anytime someone try’s to call you on the phone that you do not know.
Annual Convenience Center Operator Training
Convenience Center Operators from across the County met on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, for the Annual Convenience Center Operator Training. The Office of Emergency Services allowed the Solid Waste Department the use of their meeting room. Executive Creswell kicked off the meeting with an engaging conversation with the Operators. Brad Goss, Risk Reduction Coordinator […]
Storm Damage / Cleanup
ATTENTION ROANE COUNTY COMMUNITY! – In light of Monday’s (8/7/2023) storm event, we are requesting your assistance. Roane County Office of Emergency Services has set up an email specifically for you to submit photos of any damage caused by the storm. Our aim is to compile all the information and submit it to the state […]