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Donald John Trump, is an American politician, media personality, and businessman who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021. Trump received a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1968, and his father named him president of his real estate business in 1971. Trump renamed it the Trump Organization and reoriented the company toward building and renovating skyscrapers, hotels, casinos, and golf courses. After a series of business failures in the late twentieth century, he successfully launched side ventures that required little capital, mostly by licensing the Trump name. From 2004 to 2015, he co-produced and hosted the reality television series The Apprentice. 

Trump won the 2016 presidential election as the Republican Party nominee against Democratic Party nominee Hillary Clinton while losing the popular vote. He is running for President in 2024 against Joe Biden.

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Bernie Moreno is a Colombian-American businessman and political candidate. He is the Republican nominee in the 2024 United States Senate election in Ohio, challenging incumbent Senator Sherrod Brown. Moreno was born in Bogotá, Colombia. His father, Bernardo Moreno Sr., was a physician and held high-ranking positions in the Colombian government. When Moreno was five, his family moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he grew up, and where his father became a surgical assistant and his mother a real-estate agent. When Moreno was 18, he officially became a U.S. citizen. He attended the University of Michigan and graduated with a degree in business administration before taking a job at General Motors. Moreno is the president of the Collection Auto Group, a car dealership company.

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Kevin is a fifth generation resident of Summit County. A small business owner, he is President of Lexington Companies where he provides strategic counsel and expertise in management, communications and public policy to businesses and nonprofits.

Kevin has a public service career spanning over 25 years and a record of winning tough elections in Northeast Ohio. He was first elected to the Ohio House of Representatives in 1996, flipping the seat from Democrat to Republican. He was elected to three terms and served until 2001. He became a member of the Ohio Senate in 2001 representing a 50/50 toss up district. He was elected twice, serving until his term was limited in 2011. Kevin was elected Clerk of the Stow Municipal Court in 2013 and led it through a period of transition through 2015, computerizing records and upgrading technology in the courthouse. He is the only Republican to ever be elected to that office.

For six years Kevin was chairman of the Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee. He also served stints as chairman of the House Finance & Appropriations Higher Education Subcommittee and the Senate State & Local Governments & Veterans Affairs Committee.
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State Senator Michael Rulli is serving his second term in the Ohio Senate representing the 33rd Senate District covering Mahoning, Columbiana, and Caroll counties. Mahoning Valley has been his family’s home and place of business for generations. He currently serves as Director of Operations for Rulli Bros. Market, a company started by his grandfather and great-uncle over 100 years ago.Previously Michael Rulli was elected to the Leetonia School Board and is passionate about the education of our children. Serving as President of the school board, he led the district through a crippling financial crisis, and the district climbed into the top 100 in the state in “value-added,” a distinction Leetonia School held two years in a row. As a father and husband, Michael Rulli understands the corners of families and realizes the importance of a healthy and stable economic climate along with safe communities. In 2017 the Better Business Bureau recognized Rulli with the Torch Award. That same year the Regional Chamber honored him with their Small Businessman of the Year award. Senator Rulli is a graduate of Poland Seminary High School, the Naval Sea Cadets, and Emerson College. He and his wife Kelly live in Salem with their two children.

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Judge Megan E. Shanahan currently serves in the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas. She was elected in November 2011 to the Municipal Court in a landslide victory in which she carried 77 of 86 precincts and took over 60 percent of the vote. She was reelected to the Municipal Court in 2013. In April 2015, Judge Shanahan was appointed to the Common Pleas Court and won her subsequent election to a full 6-year term in 2016. In 2022, Hamilton County voters overwhelmingly re-elected Judge Shanahan. She outperformed even some Republican statewide candidates on the ballot.  

Now, Judge Shanahan is running for a seat on the Ohio Supreme Court. As a Federalist Society member, Judge Shanahan understands the proper role of the judiciary – interpreting the law, not legislating from the bench.

As a former criminal prosecutor, she worked hard to give child predators and other criminals the sentences they deserve.

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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Matt Kreitzer is the Chief Magistrate of the Stark County Family Court. He has 20 years of
family law experience and has worked in the Family Court for 17 of those years. First, as an
attorney for the Stark County Public Defender Office representing juveniles charged with
violating the law and adults in dependency, neglect, and abuse cases. Then, in 2010, he
became an attorney for the Stark County Child Support Enforcement Agency and represented
the agency in all matters related to child support. In 2014, Matt was appointed as a Family
Court Magistrate and in 2020, he was selected as the Chief Magistrate. Since becoming a
Magistrate, he has presided over more than 12,000 Family Court cases from the bench. Matt
is a member of the Ohio State and Stark County Bar Association, the Ohio Association of
Magistrates, he is the Bench Chair of the Stark County Bar Association Family Law
Committee, is a member of the Stark County Bar Association Executive Committee, is on the
Board of Directors for the United Way of Greater Stark County, is on the Stark County
Community Corrections Planning Board, was a member of the 2022-2023 Child Support
Guideline Advisory Council, and is a graduate of the 35 th Class of Leadership Stark County.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Dan Funk represents individuals, businesses, and public entities in a broad range of litigation matters, including criminal defense, personal injury, and business disputes. His practice also includes assisting clients in real estate transactions and collection actions.

Dan was admitted to the bar in 1994. He is a 1987 graduate of Northwestern University, and a 1993 graduate of the University of Akron School of Law. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, the Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys, Stark County, and the Defense Research Institute.

An active member of his community, Dan has served on the Boards of Directors for the Canton Palace Theater and the Jackson Township YMCA.

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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Elected to the Board of Stark County Commissioners for a fourth time in 2016, Richard
Regula has a notable history of service work and involvement in local government. He was
inspired by his father, Ralph Regula, who was the United States Representative for Ohio’s
16 th Congressional District from 1973 - 2009, serving 18 consecutive terms. Also, by his
mother Mary, who was the founder of the National First Ladies’ Library located in
downtown Canton, Ohio.

Richard is a Stark County native and graduate of Fairless High School. After graduation, he
attended Ohio University where he received his Bachelor's degree in General Studies.
Richard began his career at Regula Brothers Transport, a trucking company that hauls dairy
products. The company became R. Straus LLC in 2009, when he became its owner.
Richard is a current member of the Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste
Management District Board and a Chairman of the newly established Carroll, Columbiana,
and Stark Regional Transportation Improvement Project (RTIP). Richard currently serves
on the board of the Western Stark YMCA; is a board member of the Massillon Chamber of
Commerce; is past Chairman of N.E.F.C.O (Northeast Ohio Four County Organization) and
Chairman of S.C.A.T.S (Stark County Area Transportation Study)

In the past, Richard served as president of the Massillon Rotary Club, and as a member of
the Ohio and Erie Canal Corridor Committee. He has served on the board of directors for
the Stark County Farm Bureau; on the Navarre Village Council; and spent three terms as
Bethlehem Township trustee.

Richard is a devoted member of St. Michael's Parish. He resides in Bethlehem Township
with his wife of thirty-four years, Sherry. Together they have two sons, Thomas and Garrett.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Recorder Jamie Walters has brought effective leadership to the Recorder’s Office by focusing
on 3 priorities: Savings, Security and Service.
Savings: In the first 3 years of his term, Recorder Walters has already saved more than $1
Million taxpayer dollars!
Security: Recorder Walters implemented vital, new security measures to protect accessibility of
public records in the event of a cyber-attack.
Service: While saving taxpayer dollars, Recorder Walters has made sure that all documents are
recorded the same day.
Jamie has dedicated his life to serving others as a husband, father, pastor, business owner, college
professor and public servant.
Prior to serving as Recorder, he served 12 years as Jackson Township Trustee. He serves as
Acting Chair and Treasurer on the Board of the Canton Salvation Army and has served as Boy
Scout Troop 921 Committee Chairman.
He lives in Jackson Township with his wife Katy, daughter Zoë and son Nash.
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Alex graduated in 1992 with a Degree in Accounting from Mount Union and in 2019

earned recognition as a Certified Public Finance Administrator through the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States of America and Canada. He has served as the Stark County Treasurer since 2010. Prior to serving as the Stark County Treasurer, he served as the City of North Canton's finance director from May 2008-November 2010.  He also served as Alliance City Auditor between 2003 and 2008. And he served at the local level in representing residents of the City of Alliance's Fourth Ward as their councilman from 1996 to 2003. Alex has also served as the Stark Council Of Governments (SCOG)'s treasurer from 2008-2010.

 

As Stark County Treasurer, he has implemented best practices and
initiatives, accounted for every cent and safeguards the County tax
dollars, he leads an office that is transparent and accountable to the
taxpayers and continues to bring proven, trusted leadership to the Stark
County Treasurer office. As the County’s cash manager, the Treasurer is

responsible for the management of more than $900 million dollars each year

and serves as the Chief Investment Officer of the county.  

He has successfully completed continuing education coursework and additional
certifications as required by the State Treasurer, Auditor of State and
State Attorney General office.

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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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Eric Weisburn, a lifelong resident of Stark County, has dedicated most of his life to public service. At the young age of 16, Eric became a volunteer firefighter and later trained to become an EMT. These formative years taught him first-hand the tenacity and selflessness needed to further his career. In 1991, Eric started his 31-year career in law enforcement at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office. Eric held various roles during his tenure and was entrusted with implementing many successful programs, eventually rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Eric responded to a myriad of calls throughout every corner of Stark County. Eric provided the support and assistance needed to ensure the community’s safety. As the first school resource officer for Plain Local Schools, Eric was able to set the groundwork for the current SRO program. Eric played a crucial role in investigating child physical and sexual abuse crimes throughout Stark County. Eric advocated for abuse victims and supported them through the tough investigation process. Eric proudly arrested countless child abusers, ensuring they faced justice behind bars. Eric is happily married to his wife, Erica. They share 5 children and 4 grandchildren, with another grandchild arriving in the Spring.
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