FOIA Request to Halifax County regarding vendor payment registers on January 15, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Old North News to Halifax County, North Carolina, seeking access to specific public records. The request, sent on January 15, 2026, is aimed at obtaining copies of the county’s vendor payment registers for the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The requested records are expected to 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 request emphasizes the importance of these records in promoting transparency and accountability within public institutions. Old North News is committed to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs and relies on access to public records to fulfill its role in informing the public. The media organization has also requested a fee waiver for accessing these records due to its status as a member of the media.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Of particular interest in Halifax County is that only 10.3% of senior students taking the science portion of the ACT were considered ready for college in the 2022-23 school year. Such statistics highlight the importance of transparency in how educational funds are allocated and spent.
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.
