Incumbent Oesch won't run in fall for Salem council

SALEM — David Johnson, chairman of the Columbiana County Republican Party, vowed to find a replacement on the ballot for Greg Oesch. Oesch, the city’s Republican 3rd Ward coucilman, has withdrawn his candidacy for a third term. Oesch said today, “I’m tired of the whole situation.” His decision came after voters defeated incumbents in last week’s primary. He was unopposed but had faced a Democrat newcomer in the fall. Oesch said he will serve out his term that ends at the end of the year. <em>For the complete story, see Wednesday's Vindicator and Vindy.com.</em>