Event Brief
Roane County set for first new sheriff in 20 years
Filed: Jun 03, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Summary: Chief Deputy Tim Phillips will become sheriff in September after winning the May primary; Jack Stockton retires after two decades.
WHO: Tim Phillips; Jack Stockton
WHAT: Tim Phillips set to take over as Roane County sheriff; Stockton retiring after 20 years
WHEN: Jun 02, 2026 at 11:35 PM ET
WHERE: Roane County, Tennessee
WHY: Phillips won the May primary and will take over as Stockton retires after two decades as sheriff.
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