Since 1997, The News & Observer has recognized North Carolinians who have made lasting and significant contributions to the state. Honorees come from all over North Carolina and from different sectors of the community, including the arts, business, philanthropy, education and science.

In 2022, we have recognized significant newsmakers as our Tar Heel of the Month. They will be among those considered for the ultimate recognition — the Tar Heel of the Year.

In your nomination:

▪ Be detailed and specific about why you are nominating this person. Describe their impact, achievement or accomplishment. Please include your contact information and the nominee’s contact information, if you can.

▪ Nominees do not have to be native North Carolinians but they must live here now.

▪ Nominees can come from any field and be any age.

▪ Only one nomination per person is necessary. Multiple nominees from the same person won’t affect the decision.

▪ Final selections will be made by the N&O staff.