First Lady Awards to honor women in 2008

Honorees in five categories – business and innovation, culture and humanities, education, health and wellness, and volunteerism – will be recognized as part of Women’s History Month in March. The awards ceremony will be March 4 at the governor’s mansion.

A committee appointed by the Missouri Women’s Council will evaluate completed and qualified nominations.

“Missouri is home to countless women who make historic contributions every day that enhance our state and communities,” Blunt said in a news release. “I am pleased to introduce the First Lady Awards to recognize Missouri women making a difference in our state and an impact on our history.”

More information and a nomination form are available at gov.missouri.gov/firstlady and click on the “Initiatives” link.