A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Transylvania County Election Department on February 5, 2025. The request, made by South Asheville News, sought comprehensive information about all candidates running in the upcoming spring election.
The requested information includes the first, middle, and last names of all candidates, the office they are running for, their jurisdiction of office, and their party affiliation. In addition to these details, South Asheville News also requested contact information for each candidate which comprises their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at South Asheville News believe access to public records is essential in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We have also stated our eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional due to our role in disseminating information to the public. We eagerly await a response from the Transylvania County Election Department and look forward to sharing this important information with our readers.
