A capable and compassionate Leesburg breast surgeon, a generous and talented Reston CEO/Middleburg citizen, and a dynamic Loudoun women's organization have been selected as 2013 Cherry Blossom Champions.

Recognizing their significant contributions to the detection of breast cancer, the treatment of breast cancer, the education of women on the need for early and regular screenings, and/or the elimination of the disease, the cherry Blossom Breast Cancer Foundation has named Dr. Shannon Lehr, Mr. Michael Howland, and the non-profit, 100WOMEN-STRONG as Cherry Blossom Champions.

The awards were presented recently at the third annual Cherry Blossom Champion Award Dinner at Foxcroft School.