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The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments will consider seven applicants when it meets to select nominees for an upcoming vacancy on the Court of Appeals Western Section, after the retirement of Judge Kenny Armstrong on February 9, 2026.

The applicants include:

Lori R.…

Judge Raymond Lepone was appointed to the 30th Judicial District Criminal Court, which covers Shelby County, by Governor Bill Lee on August 29. He filled the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paula Skahan. Although he has a new title, Judge Lepone is no stranger to the criminal court.…

Nashville, Tenn. – On November 5, 2025, the Tennessee Supreme Court will hear oral arguments for its November docket in Jackson, Tennessee.  Oral arguments…