Zach Farrar

Zach Farrar is a Republican candidate running for Tennessee State Executive Committeeman District 5 in Anderson County during the August 6, 2026 primary election [1]. He is an attorney by profession and holds a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Tennessee as well as a law degree from the University of Memphis [9]. Farrar resides in Anderson County with his wife, Mollie Bostic Farrar, and their twin daughters, Macye Jane and Bertie [9].

Prior to this campaign, Farrar served as the Juvenile Judge for Anderson County [9]. In that role, he focused on issues concerning children coming before the court, pledging to rehabilitate delinquent youth through programs emphasizing compassion where possible and discipline when necessary [9]. He also promised to provide judicial procedures that ensure fair and impartial hearings with respect and dignity for all parties involved [9].

Farrar has been active in local community events in Anderson County. In 2015, he served as the emcee for a barbecue and roast honoring Bear Stephenson, which benefited the Boys & Girls Club of North Anderson County [6]. He has also participated in local civic duties, such as speaking at Anderson County’s Ninth Annual Memorial Day ceremony alongside other local officials to pay tribute to military personnel [10].

Sources

• [1] Tennessee elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia
• [2] Tennessee gubernatorial election, 2026 - Ballotpedia
• [3] Candidate Lists | Tennessee Secretary of State
• [6] Barbecue and roast honoring Bear Stephenson - EventCheck Knox by MoxCar Marketing + Communications
• [9] Zach Farrar - Anderson County Juvenile Judge
• [10] Zach Farrar Archives - Oak Ridge Today

Public filings

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Tennessee — campaign finance

• State offices (Governor, US Senate, US Rep, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee) — Tennessee Registry of Election Finance. Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Farrar”, and submit.
• Shelby County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — Shelby County Public Campaign Finance Portal. Select the election year and search by candidate name (“Farrar”).

Tennessee — statement of interest

• Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Farrar”and, if needed, select the applicable position.