McLaughlin will face Dowling for the Republican nomination for Columbiana County sheriff.

Incumbent Columbiana County Sheriff Brian McLaughlin, 54, faces a challenge from former Chief Deputy Robert “Kip” Dowling, 56, for the Republican nomination for sheriff on Tuesday. McLaughlin seeks re-election for a second term and has experienced an increase in homicides during his time as sheriff. Dowling is a third-term Southern Local Board of Education member, serving as board president for five years.

March 15, 2024
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