Emma and Jacqueline Coleman at Pikeville Pride in 2024

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Lexington officer in critical condition after being dragged into light pole The officer was injured Tuesday night during a traffic stop at the Meijer Gas Station on Ruccio Way.

Please join me in praying for Officer Van Wert and his family as they navigate this heartbreaking situation 💙

Sexual predators do not belong in any level of government. Period. Full stop.

If they’re already in office, they should resign or be removed.

If they’re running for office, they should end their campaigns and drop out.

Some things really are that simple.

A graphic from LiUNA! Local 189 highlighting their endorsement of Emma Curtis for Lexington City Council District 4

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨

Our campaign has been endorsed by LiUNA Local 189, representing hundreds of hardworking Lexington laborers!

I’ve spent my entire tenure on Council fighting for the rights and dignity of working people and I always will.

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#EmmaForLex #LexingtonBelongsToAllOfUs

Emma speaks at UCW-UKY’s rally against the Integrate Blue initiative. Standing behind her are Councilmember Amy Beasley and LIUNA Local 189 President Jeremy Jenkins.

A graphic which reads: "As we've seen through this collaboration with the outside firm Deloitte that led to the dissolution of the university's (faculty) senate, the university is straying further and further away from being an institution that centers students and workers," Curtis said. The university's actions to lessen the voice of staff, Curtis said, shows UK is prioritizing privatization and profit over its commitments to students and staff. Curtis said during a time in which UK is facing a student housing crisis, the university is prioritizing the funding of a small group of people, like outgoing athletics director Mitch Barnhart, who will receive an annual salary of $950,000 through Aug 31, 2030, according to former Kentucky Kernel reporting. "Simply put, this action makes it more difficult to live, work and thrive in the city of Lexington," Curtis said. "It doesn't reflect our city's values, it doesn't reflect our people's values. Lexington deserves better than another betrayal from the University of Kentucky." United Campus Workers challenge UK's Integrate Blue initiative, Kentucky Kernel, 4/11/2026

The University of Kentucky claims they “want to be a good partner to the City of Lexington.”

But “being a good partner to the City of Lexington” means being a good partner to the people who live and work here.

I’m proud to stand against UK’s attempts to throw working Lexingtonians under the bus.

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Emma stands behind a podium, wearing a red blazer, addressing a rally in front of the United States Capitol

A graphic reading— Curtis urged the crowd to see Kentucky as proof of what's possible. She said anti-trans legislation nationwide uses a playbook tested in states like Kentucky - and that the response of trans Kentuckians and their allies offers a model of self-advocacy and solidarity. "We have been here. We have been doing the work. And I can tell you now, three years later as an openly trans elected official in one of those states, the single most effective deterrent that we have against these attacks is the mere presence of a visible and competent trans person in the rooms where decisions are made," said Curtis. "My ask to each and every one of you is simple. Harness your visibility, embrace it, and take it and do good." "Take it and do good" - Councilwoman Emma Curtis on trans visibility and presence, WUKY, 3/31/2026

On Saturday, I spoke at our nation’s Capitol about the importance of visibility for transgender Americans during this moment of historic anger and division.

We are going to get through this together and we are going to win.

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Historically, you know you're the good guys when your side demands someone make a list of Jews.

Elect Trans Kentuckians Show your support with a contribution.

Every day, Trans Kentuckians are under attack from Frankfort and Washington.

Today, on #TransDayOfVisibility, I’m asking you to donate what you can and help us build the bench of trans leaders in Kentucky to fight back against these attacks.

#TDOV #TransRights #ProtectTransKentuckians

A graphic from Christopher Street Project advertising Emma as a guest speaker at the Trans Day of Visibility rally in Washington, DC on March 28 at 11am.

This Saturday, I’ll be in Washington, DC to commemorate #TransDayOfVisibility with @christopherstreet.bsky.social.

At this moment of historic fear and division, we must remain united and undeterred in our pursuit of basic freedom, safety, and dignity for every transgender American.

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#TDOV

Thanks so much, David!

Thanks so much, Dawn!

Re-elect Councilwoman Emma Curtis Let's build a Lexington that works for ALL of us!

Friends, we’ve got a re-election campaign to run and the unfortunate reality is that campaigns cost money.

That’s why I’m asking you to give whatever you’re able to support our re-election campaign.

Together, we can defend the progress we’ve made—and build a Lexington that works for ALL of us.

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Emma poses for a photo with Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman and Gov. Andy Beshear at the 2026 Kentucky Young Democrats convention.

Had a great time at the Kentucky Young Democrats convention today!

When I was first elected to the KYD Board in 2023, our goal was to get 5 Young Dems to run for office in 2024.

In 2026, we have nearly 70 Young Dems running—and a whole lot of us are gonna win this November.

Let’s get it done!

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Councilmembers Tyler Morton, James Brown, Lisa Higgins-Hord, Emma Curtis, and Tom Eblen attend a Pre-K for All event at The HILL in Lexington.

Councilmember Emma Curtis and Rep. Anne Gay Donworth, the primary sponsor of HB574, attend a Pre-K for All event at The HILL in Lexington.

Gov. Andy Beshear speaks at a Pre-K for All event at The HILL in Lexington.

As the daughter of a preschool teacher, I know the importance of early childhood education firsthand.

#PreKforAll isn’t partisan—it’s just good policy.

Proud to join several of my colleagues at The HILL yesterday in support of it.

Please call 1-800-372-7181 and urge our legislature to pass HB574.

Municipal government is about delivering competent city services, clearing the roads and picking up the trash.

Yesterday, Lexington failed at those basic tasks yet again and there were hundreds of car accidents across our city as a result.

Enough is enough.

Emma holds the Global Lex banner and poses with marchers, mostly wearing green, for a photo at the 2026 Lexington St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

I was honored to march with Global Lex in today’s St. Patrick’s Day parade!

Our international community is an essential part of our city. No matter where you come from, you have a home here in Lexington.

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Scripture tells us to bear no grudges and to love our neighbors—no exceptions.

That principle guides me every day as I work to improve life for my neighbors across Lexington.

Our city and our commonwealth are facing a historic housing crisis.

If we are to seriously address it, we must prioritize the basic needs of working Lexingtonians and Kentuckians over the greed of predatory landlords and corporations.

Just a friendly reminder:

You do not have to watch Trump’s State of the Union tonight.

You can take a walk, hang out with a friend, cook a meal, go to a show, do anything!

Taking care of yourself and doing things you love doesn’t make you less engaged with what’s happening in this country.

The fight against SB150 was the most formative experience of my adult life.

I remain in awe of the kindness and grace that @andybeshearky.bsky.social has shown me personally, trans Kentuckians at large, and—most importantly—trans kids across the commonwealth.

We deserve more leaders like him.

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A Valentine’s Day card with a photo of Emma that reads - “Roses are red, violets are blue, I love ALL of my neighbors and that includes you”

A Valentine’s Day card with a photo of Emma that reads - “I love you more than I hate Nicholasville Road (and that’s a lot…)”

A Valentine’s Day card with a photo of Emma that reads - “Are you infill and redevelopment projects? Because I wanna see a whole lot more of you”

A Valentine’s Day card with a photo of Emma that reads - “I’d suspend the rules to give you a second reading”

Happy Valentine’s Day 💙

Beshear blasts Lexington’s winter storm cleanup efforts as ‘unacceptable’ Thursday, Gov. Beshear said the city declined an offer for help from the state.

@andybeshearky.bsky.social is right—the conditions of our roads in Lexington are unacceptable.

This Councilwoman welcomes any and all assistance from the state government in getting our roads cleared ASAP.

Then we must make tangible changes to ensure this doesn’t happen again.

Lexington council wants better snow storm response. Officials say it will be costly “These two-in-a-row ice storms are killers,” Gorton said in the Tuesday council meeting. “They immobilize us.”

Whether it’s these ice storms, tornadoes, or flooding across the commonwealth, we’re experiencing more severe weather events more frequently.

While I understand the desire to plan based on past storms, we are living in unprecedented times.

It’s past time for our city government to accept that.

A crowd marches through downtown Lexington to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

A crowd marches through downtown Lexington to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Yesterday, I was proud to join friends, neighbors, and colleagues to commemorate #MLKDay2026.

May we all honor Dr. King’s memory not just by marching—but by working to prevent state-sponsored violence, eradicate poverty, and build a future free from the racism that continues to plague our country.

Graphic, which reads: COUNCILWOMAN EMMA CURTIS LEXINGTON'S 4TH DISTRICT STATEMENT ON ICE PRESENCE IN LEXINGTON When I see the pain that ICE is inflicting on cities and on families across the United States, I feel heartbreak and anger in equal measure. Law enforcement agents swear an oath to keep our communities safe, not to terrorize them. Yet, that is exactly what we see masked ICE agents doing day after day after day. Whether it's in the cruel and inhumane treatment of those held in concentration camps like "Alligator Alcatraz" or in the brutal murder of Renee Good, it's clear to anybody watching that ICE doesn't bring public safety-it brings terror and fear. There is no home for that terror and fear here in Lexington. In our city, we understand that "love thy neighbor" has no exceptions. While we cannot abolish ICE at the local level, we can ensure that our city's laws protect the safety, freedom, and liberty of all of our residents to the fullest extent. In the coming weeks, I will be introducing legislation to ensure that we do just that. There can be no safety, freedom, or liberty in the shadows-only in the light.

In Lexington, we understand that “love thy neighbor” has no exceptions.

We cannot abolish ICE at the local level, we can ensure that our city’s laws protect the safety, freedom, and liberty of all of our residents.

I will be introducing legislation to ensure that we do just that.

I’m excited to build on that work and make Lexington a city that works for all of us, because Lexington belongs to all of us.

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Emma smiles for the camera at the Fayette County Clerk’s office, just after signing her paperwork to appear on the 2026 ballot

This morning, I filed my petitions to appear on the ballot for re-election!

In my first year, we’ve taken tangible steps towards making our roads safe and efficient, giving renters and young people a seat at the table in our government, and making our city a more affordable place to live.

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COUNCILWOMAN EMMA CURTIS FAVORITE SONGS OF 2025 MORNING PERSON ARM'S LENGTH PARACHUTE HAYLEY WILLIAMS BOTTOM OF A BOTTLE JULIEN BAKER & TORRES MODIGLIANI LUCY DACUS I WANNA KNOW YOUR NAME THE MOCK-UPS CHILDREN OF THE GRAVE LAMB OF GOD FML MILLINGTON COLD AT NIGHT THE MOUNTAIN GOATS SPIKE ISLAND PULP CATCH THESE FISTS WET LEG

COUNCILWOMAN EMMA CURTIS FAVORITE ALBUMS OF 2025 TRYING NOT TO HAVE A THOUGHT ALGERNON CADWALLADER THERE'S A WHOLE WORLD OUT THERE ARM'S LENGTH …IS YOUR FRIEND DRAIN THE HIVES FOREVER FOREVER THE HIVES THE HIVES WHO LET THE DOGS OUT LAMBRINI GIRLS THROUGH THIS FIRE ACROSS FROM PETER BALKAN THE MOUNTAIN GOATS MORE PULP PLANTING BY THE SIGNS SG GOODMAN SNIPE HUNTER TYLER CHILDERS FEELS LIKE HELL WEAKENED FRIENDS

COUNCILWOMAN EMMA CURTIS FAVORITE FILMS OF 2025 CHAINSAW MAN - THE MOVIE: REZE ARC COME SEE ME IN THE GOOD LIGHT HEDDA JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER THE RUNNING MAN SINNERS SUPERMAN WAKE UP DEAD MAN WEAPONS

COUNCILWOMAN EMMA CURTIS FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2025 ONE DAY, EVERYONE WILL HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AGAINST THIS OMAR EL AKKAD HERCULINE GRACE BYRON FAHRENHEIT-182 MARK HOPPUS ALL THESE GHOSTS SILAS HOUSE YOU WEREN'T MEANT TO BE HUMAN ANDREW JOSEPH WHITE

For as long as I can remember, I’ve turned to art to help me feel less alone in the world. In that regard, 2025 was no different than any previous year.

Here are some of my favorite works from this past year. I hope they bring you the same sense of purpose that they’ve brought me.

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Emma smiles while wearing Christmas pajamas and a Santa hat, laying on the floor with her dog Benny

Benny and I are wishing y’all a very merry Christmas! 💚🎄