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FOIA Request to Muskingum County Sheriff's Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Muskingum County Sheriff's Office in Ohio by EC Ohio News. The request seeks records under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., specifically asking for data on the number of job applications received by week, month, or year. Additionally, it requests information about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.

The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for media professionals who are tasked with holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As part of their professional duties, members of EC Ohio News argue that they qualify for a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information to the public.

The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization can be found on their website here.

Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.