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Trina A. McLaughlin

Independent · Virginia · 2026 · Incumbent

On the November 3 ballot for Danville School Board, Virginia

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Biography

Trina A. McLaughlin is a current member of the Danville School Board, per Danville Public Schools. She won a special election to the seat and was sworn in to serve out the term, per the Chatham Star-Tribune. She previously worked for Danville Public Schools, including as George Washington High School's cheerleading coach, and now works as workforce attraction and retention manager for the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance. No campaign website was found as of September 28, 2026.

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