Sterling Awards recognizes influential women

The Sterling Awards 2010: 20 Most Influential Women of West Tennessee were created by the Jackson Business and Professional Women and The Jackson Sun to honor successful women in West Tennessee. Nominees must live or work in West Tennessee, be a leader in her business or profession, serve as a role model to other women in her business or profession, display creativity and innovation and contribute these talents to the growth of her profession as well as volunteer time to community betterment. To apply, e-mail Mary Jo Middlebrooks at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. March 24.