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Two new Study Abroad programs launch this January as hundreds of 51±¬ÁÏÍø students take part in Winter Term overseas experiences. The Isabella Cannon International Centre is hosting a blog for parents and friends to stay connected with students traveling to nations such as Ghana, Peru and Australia.

From the Charlotte Observer (1/3/11): The city of Charlotte wants to give subscribers to its informational e-mail service more privacy by making it harder to obtain their e-mail addresses under the state's open records law.

From the Raleigh News and Observer (12/22/10): A Wake County judge's ruling Tuesday could make it easier for people to find out whether the N.C. Secretary of State is investigating a complaint about a lobbyist or sports agent. It also could allow the public to know whether any fines were levied if rules were violated.

From M2MPolitics.com (12/17/10): Former state Sen. David Hoyle was into his second term in the Senate when he took his first stand for open government.

From the Wilmington StarNews (12/26/10): North Carolina General Statute 132 allows the general public access to government documents – from town ordinances to e-mails between government officials.