Gov. Mark Parkinson will recognize the state’s first health champion in September.

Could it be LiveWell Lawrence, Don “Red Dog” Gardner or WellCommons?

The Governor’s Council on Fitness is seeking nominations for an individual or organization who puts forth an exceptional effort to model, encourage and promote fitness in Kansas.

Nominees are expected to have demonstrated:

• Work that goes above and beyond what is expected to model, encourage and promote fitness.

• Far-reaching impact.

• Sustainable influence or activity.

Eligible nominees might include an outstanding volunteer, school, local community, newspaper, reporter, policy maker or employer.

The deadline for nominations is June 15.

For more information and to submit a nomination, visit kansasfitness.org and click on “Health Champion Award” or contact Jennifer Church at 785-296-8060.

The Governor’s Council on Fitness advises Parkinson and others on ways to enhance the health of all Kansans through promotion of physical activity, good dietary choices and prevention of tobacco use.