Walsh faces Popovich in 58th District

By Mon Valley Independent

By KAYLIE MOORE

kmoore@yourmvi.com

Incumbent state Rep. Justin Walsh, R-Rostraver Township, and Democratic newcomer Mary Popovich of West Newton will vie for the 58th Legislative District seat in Tuesday’s General Election.

The district includes the Mid-Mon Valley communities of Monessen, North Belle Vernon, Rostraver Township, Sewickley Township, Smithton, Sutersville and West Newton.

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