Feb. 20 is deadline to nominate a Local Hero for using open-government laws to make a difference

Do you know someone who has made a difference in their community by using information gleaned through freedom of information laws of the states or federal government? You have until Feb. 20 to nominate them as a "Local Hero" to be recognized during Sunshine Week, March 11-17.

Sunshine Week is designed to focus attention on, and spur dialogue about, the importance ofprotecting and utilizing access to government information.Nominations for “Local Heroes” may be submitted online by going here.