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School Board Seat Vacant Amid Theater Drama | Columbus News
Longtime New Albany-Plain School Board member John McClelland has stepped down after 10 years, including a stint as president, to take a seat on the New Albany City Council — filling the vacancy left by Chip Fellows. Sworn in June 30, McClelland’s exit leaves the school board scrambling to find a replacement by July 13, with the winner serving until 2027 and voters choosing the next term in November 2027. The timing is especially charged as the district investigates claims that middle school theater director Melissa Gould was pressured to resign — allegations tied to City Council member…
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