The American Red Cross is seeking area heroes for its upcoming 9th Annual American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast in Springfield.

There are nine categories for hero nominations: Youth, Military, Public Safety, Senior, Education, Community, Workplace Civic and Healtcare.

Nominees must either live or work in Macoupin, Montgomery, Sangamon, Christian, Logan, Mendard or Shelby Counties. Local heroic acts must have taken place within the last 18 months to be eligible, unless the nomination is for a lifetime of service.

To nominate a hero, call 217-787-7602 to request a printed form or nominate a hero online by visiting arciillinois.org/springfieldheroes. The nomination must be returned no later than March 1st.

The Heroes Breakfast will be held April 25, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield.