Tag Archives: Roane County

HARRIMAN, Tenn. — Just before 2 p.m. today, Harriman Police were called to investigate a vehicle that had been sitting in the parking lot of Shoney’s in Harriman for nearly two weeks. After checking inside the vehicle, officers located a note that led them to believe the occupant intended to …

TEN MILE, Tenn. — Just before noon Tuesday, January 27, law enforcement agencies were called to a residence in the 4300 block of Decatur Highway — Highway 58 — near the Meigs and Roane County line in the Ten Mile community, where a body was discovered. The Roane County Sheriff’s …

Roane County, TN – Around 11 a.m. Sunday, multiple fire departments were called to the Gondolier Restaurant at the Pinnacle Point Shopping Center in Harriman. Harriman Fire responded first, with Kingston Fire assisting through mutual aid, along with crews from Rockwood. Firefighters investigated what turned out to be an electrical …

Due to widespread power outages across the county, projected high winds throughout the day today, and the potential for refreezing overnight that could create additional hazards, the Roane County courthouse and all Roane County administrative offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. This closure includes: The …

The Roane County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing Deputy Steven Sanford as its 2025 Corrections Officer of the Year. Deputy Sanford was selected by his chain of command for consistently demonstrating the professionalism, dedication, and leadership that embody the spirit of this award. A graduate of Harriman High School, Sanford has …

ROANE COUNTY – Emergency crews responded to two separate accidents Monday evening, one on Interstate 40 and another on Swan Pond Road, resulting in traffic delays and one minor injury. The first incident occurred on Interstate 40 near the 360 mile marker in the eastbound lanes. Several vehicles were involved …

ROCKWOOD – One person was injured in a two-vehicle T-bone crash late Tuesday morning at the intersection of Rathburn Street and South Gateway Avenue. The accident happened around 11:00 a.m. Rockwood Police, Fire Department personnel, and EMS responded to the scene. According to the Rockwood Police Department, an 84-year-old man …

ROCKWOOD, TN – The Rockwood City Council has voted to uphold the termination of former K-9 Officer Charles Haubrich following a special called meeting Tuesday morning at City Hall. After viewing body camera footage and hearing from both Police Chief Kelly Pittman and Officer Haubrich, council members voted 6–0 to …

(NASHVILLE) On Tuesday, January 13, Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) met with the Tennessee State Employees Association (TSEA) on the opening day of session. Senator Yager (center) poses with the Tennessee State Employees Association ahead of the first legislative session on January 13, 2026.

(NASHVILLE) Today, Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) met with senior leaders from the Tennessee State Board of Education. He expressed his commitment to continued collaboration to support high‑quality education across Tennessee’s public schools. In the photo above from left to right: Nathan James – Deputy Executive Director of the Tennessee State …