Progress at the Environmental Management Disposal Facility: A Firsthand Look
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Roane County Executive, Wade Creswell, recently had the privilege of joining more than 50 community members, stakeholders, and fellow officials on an insightful guided tour of the ongoing construction of the Environmental Management Disposal Facility (EMDF) in Oak Ridge. Hosted by the Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) and their contractor UCOR, this tour […]
Roane County Students Honored at Roane County Commission Meeting
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In an inspiring display of youth leadership and community spirit, a group of exceptional students from Roane County Schools were recognized by Roane County Executive Wade Creswell at the Roane County Commission meeting for their outstanding leadership skills demonstrated at the Tennessee Teen Institute (TTI). The students honored were Addison Woody, Lane Taylor, La’Mya Branson, […]
Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Alvarado Visits Roane County Health Department
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Roane County, TN — Today, Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ralph Alvarado visited the Roane County Health Department, currently undergoing significant renovations. Commissioner Alvarado was joined by Roane County Executive Wade Creswell, Project Manager Mike Beard, and several Roane County Commissioners to tour the site and review the progress of this essential multi million […]
Proclamation Signed for Fellowship of Christian Athletes Day in Roane County
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Roane County, TN — Today marks a significant moment for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in Roane County, as a proclamation was signed declaring April 10, 2024, as “Fellowship of Christian Athletes Day” in the county. County Executive Wade Creswell signed the proclamation in the presence of Rich Goldschmitt from the Roane County FCA […]
Roane County Executive Wade Creswell Proclaims March 8, 2024, as Michael Dunn Center Day
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Roane County, TN — Today is a special day for Roane County and the entire region as we celebrate the tremendous impact of the Michael Dunn Center. On March 8, 1971, C.R. Lay founded the Michael Dunn Center, naming it after his grandson. This organization has since dedicated itself to changing thousands of lives and […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
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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
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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
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Roane County Executive, Wade Creswell, interviews local officials to help explain how local government operates and provide updates on important news and projects.