Editor’s note: The following is a press release from the City of Bloomington. Bloom
has republished it here with minor edits for style and clarity.
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) is accepting nominations for its annual Outstanding Black Leader of Tomorrow Awards. Presented each year at the Black History Month Gala Celebration in February, the awards encourage the development of future leaders and recognize local contributions by young Black Americans. Nominations must be made by Tuesday, February 9, at the CSBM webpage, where there is more information and descriptions of past recipients. (Presentation of this year’s awards will take place at a virtual gala, being held Saturday, February 27, with details to be announced here.)