It's time to nominate your Michiganian of the Year

Great places like Michigan don't just happen by accident. They are the product of the people who call them home. We are fortunate that so many of the people who live here are dedicated to making our state better for everyone.

It's time again to recognize some of them, and thank them for their work on our behalf. Their talents and sacrifices are invaluable.

We're asking readers for help in identifying those Michigan residents whose contributions and accomplishments recommend them for the 2024 class of Michiganians of the Year.

Please send us your suggestions for who should be on this year's list, from unsung heroes to those very much in the public eye.

Nominees can come from the business and philanthropic communities, arts and culture, sports, and everyday people who’ve made their neighborhoods, and by extension our entire state, a richer, more pleasant and healthier place to live.

We’re also seeking nominations for the Angelo B. Henderson Community Commitment Award. The honor is named after the late Pulitzer prize winner and former Detroit News reporter and is awarded to individuals who confront community challenges at the street level.

How to nominate

To nominate someone as a Michiganian of the Year, please put together a one-page description of the individual and how he or she has contributed to our state. Please include your name and telephone number.

Send the nomination via email to executive assistant Audra Erby-Leake at aerby@detroitnews.com. Please put “Michiganians of the Year” in the subject line. The deadline is Friday, Feb. 2.