FOIA Request to Alleghany County regarding vendor payment registers on January 15, 2026.
A request for public records was submitted by Old North News to Alleghany County, North Carolina, under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. ยง132-1. The request, dated January 15, 2026, seeks access to vendor payment registers maintained by the county for the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The requested records include details such as the names of vendors paid by the county, dates and amounts of payments made, and descriptions of goods or services purchased.
The requester is a news reporter affiliated with Old North News, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency in government actions.
Additionally, the requester is associated 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 information about this coalition can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
In related educational statistics from Alleghany County school districts during the 2022-23 school year, it was reported that out of 94 senior students taking the science portion of the ACT exam, only 16 students (17%) were considered ready for college.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
