We’re once again partnering with the Red Cross in its Celebration of Heroes — recognizing those making an impact in the community.

This year’s Good Samaritan Hero is Jimmy Stone from Roanoke County.

The American Red Cross is honoring four World War II veterans from the Roanoke Valley in its Celebration of Heroes.

The American Red Cross has recognized Teri Crawford-Brownas as this year's business hero.

The American Red Cross has recognized Phillip "Bass" Lucado as this year's blood donor hero.

The American Red Cross has named Christina Lee as this year’s animal rescue hero.

The American Red Cross has named Senora Faulkner as this year’s education hero.

Retired Montgomery County investigator and court security officer Matthew Wilburn has been recognized as this year's law enforcement hero.

Washington County 911 operator Frances Flanary has been recognized as this year's dispatch hero.

Russell County firefighter Dan Bush has been recognized as this year's firefighter hero.

Roanoke Valley doctor Carol Bernier has been recognized as this year's medical hero.

The American Red Cross of Southwest Virginia wants you to nominate someone for their work.

Salem firefighters were recognized virtually for saving a man’s life during the American Red Cross’ Celebration of Heroes, and on Tuesday, those firefighters were recognized in person.

After losing her husband to suicide due to the toll the pandemic took on healthcare workers, Alicia McAllister-Daniels is focusing her life on ways to help others who struggle with mental health issues. Because of that, the American Red Cross considers her to be a local hero.

Being a teacher and a mentor in the medical field has earned Richard Knick hero recognition.

Having a heart of gold for those experiencing homelessness is what placed Dawn Sandoval in the hero spotlight.

Always dropping what he’s doing to answer a call for help is what gained Devin Jennings a hero spotlight.

Making sure over 100 Afghan evacuees resettled comfortably here in the United States is the act that landed Samim Noorzad in the hero spotlight.

It was his devout dedication to helping the American Red Cross save lives, one blood donation at a time, that landed James Breakell in the hero spotlight.

The American Red Cross is recognizing a social worker at Hurt Park Elementary School for her unwavering dedication and ability to go above and beyond.

ROANOKE, Va. - The annual Celebration of Heroes event is designed to recognize those remarkable heroes in our area who have saved a life, performed an act of courage, or who unselfishly serve and give inspirational leadership to our communityA Celebration of Heroes recognizes ordinary people for extraordinary service. Click here to download the nomination form. Nominations are due by Jan. 20, 2020. Copyright 2017 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.