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Kentucky 22nd District Court 2nd Division
Shannon Brooks

Shannon Brooks is running for election for judge of the Kentucky 22nd District Court 2nd Division. She advanced from the primary on May 19, 2026.

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I am a Lexington Native, a mother of two daughters, and a cancer survivor.”
Campaign priorities: “I bring with me to the bench concepts of equal justice and fair treatment under the law that I have been cultivating throughout my career as public defender.”
Alex Garcia

Alex Garcia is running for election for judge of the Kentucky 22nd District Court 2nd Division. Garcia advanced from the primary on May 19, 2026. Source: Kentucky Secretary of State, Fayette County 2026 general election sample ballot (accessed Oct 29, 2026)

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Fayette County Board of Education District 2R. J. Hijalda vs. Tyler Murphy vs. Kathy Schiflett
Fayette County Board of Education District 4
Amanda Ferguson

Amanda Ferguson is a member of the Fayette County Public Schools school board in Kentucky, representing District 4. She assumed office on January 2, 2023. Her current term ends on January 4, 2027.

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Rodney Jackson
Lexington City Council At-large
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James Brown
Herbert Lynn
William Tate Ohmer
Christopher Shafer
Stephanie Spires
Dan Wu

Dan Wu is an at-large member of the Lexington City Council in Kentucky. He assumed office on January 2, 2023. His current term ends on January 4, 2027. Wu is running for re-election for an at-large seat of the Lexington City Council in Kentucky.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I am an immigrant, a small business owner, a community leader, as well as a husband & father.”
Campaign priorities: “Let’s invest in starting & growing small businesses through increasing access to capital, networks, & resources to ensure that our local entrepreneurs not only survive, but thrive.”
Policy focus: “I am most passionate about housing/development, small business support, and public safety, as well as environmental sustainability and a just and equitable Lexington for all its residents.”
Mayor of LexingtonRaquel Carter vs. Linda Gorton
Lexington City Council District 11Richard Moloney vs. Cassandra Vogl
Lexington City Council District 3
Jon Larson
Griffin VanMeter

Griffin VanMeter is running for election to the Lexington City Council to represent District 3 in Kentucky. The primary for this office on May 19, 2026, was canceled.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I'm a lifelong Lexington community builder, entrepreneur, and civic leader who has spent two decades with businesses and organizations that have shaped this city's character.”
Campaign priorities: “I'll prioritize people-centered street design— safer crossings, calmer traffic, and connected routes— so that every resident can move freely and safely through the 3rd District, whether walking, biking, taking the bus, or driving.”
Policy focus: “Connectivity is my guiding policy framework— how policy makes people feel more connected to themselves, each other, and their community.”
Lexington City Council District 4
Emma Curtis
Brenda Monarrez

Brenda Monarrez is running for election to the Lexington City Council to represent District 4 in Kentucky. The primary for this office on May 19, 2026, was canceled.

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I'm a UK graduate and a lifelong member of Phi Sigma Theta and Delta Epsilon Iota, two prestigious honor societies.”
Campaign priorities: “My endorsement by Public Safety officials means I will be receptive to an open dialogue that contributes to decreasing crime and helping them (Fire, 911 operators, Corrections and Police) be more effective and efficient, while still being open and transparent.”
Policy focus: “I am passionate about serving the constituents in the 4th District.”
Lexington City Council District 6Tina Bryson vs. Tyler Pyles
Lexington City Council District 8
Amy Beasley

Amy Beasley is a member of the Lexington City Council in Kentucky, representing District 8. She assumed office on January 6, 2025. Her current term ends on January 4, 2027.

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Tray Hughes
Lexington City Council District 9Whitney Elliott Baxter vs. Matt Miniard

State legislative races in this county (2026 ballot): SD-12, SD-22, SD-28, SD-34, HD-39, HD-45, HD-73, HD-75, HD-76, HD-77, HD-79, HD-88, HD-93 (all legislative districts).

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