In March 2026, Roane County Executive Wade Creswell reported strong financial performance in the March 2026 edition of the “Roane County Rundown”, noting that while the 2026 budget assumed 92% collection of property taxes, actual collections had already reached 97% by the end of February, with five months remaining in the fiscal year.

Upcoming events include a dedication ceremony on March 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the Glen Alice Convenience Center, which will be renamed in honor of the late former County Commissioner Benny East, with all commissioners invited to attend. On March 23 at 5:30 p.m., Commissioner Hester has scheduled a County Commission workshop to discuss adopting the 2024 International Building Code and International Residential Code—featuring a presentation by Building Official Reggie Hucks on code changes—and to consider a proposal to add four new firefighter positions to the county fire department.

The county has filled its Director of Planning and Zoning position with Cory Haggard, previously from the First Development District, who will start on March 30 and attend the April 13 commission meeting to meet members. The application window for funding through the Roane County Opioid Abatement Council remains open until March 31, with applications accessible via the county’s self-service portal and requiring alignment with Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council criteria.

Other announcements include Household Hazardous Waste Day scheduled for April 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Roane County Recycling Center, a Leadership East Tennessee focus on emergency preparedness in Roane County on March 25, and an open house at the Kingston Library on March 26 at 5 p.m. to which all commissioners are invited.

Finally, Creswell expressed pride in recognizing Mike Beard, who received the Extra Mile Award from the Tennessee RiverLine for his exceptional efforts in advancing the organization’s vision, collaborating regionally, and strengthening Roane County’s ties to the Tennessee River, an honor nominated by his peers. For more details, residents are encouraged to follow the county’s Facebook pages.