The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has announced that its annual nominations for Citizen of the Year and Emerging Citizen of the Year are open through Jan. 15, 2025. This is the 80th consecutive year of the awards. “This award celebrates the remarkable contributions of our Citizen of the Year, whose impact resonates throughout West Des Moines,” Katherine Harrington, President and CEO of the WDM Chamber, said in a prepared statement. “As we mark the WDM Chamber’s Annual Dinner in 2025, we take special pride in honoring those who make our community stronger and more vibrant every day.” This year, Al Womble was recognized as the 79th Citizen of the Year, and Caitlin Clark was honored as Emerging Citizen of the Year. A press release said both will be honored at the annual dinner on March 5, 2025. Registration for the event is available online. To nominate someone, click here.