Votes are being tallied for the Snoqualmie Valley Record’s 15th annual “Best of the Valley” contest. Winners will be revealed in print and online Friday, Dec. 30.

Best of the Valley is an annual tradition for the Valley Record. Since 2004, we’ve asked our readers to pick their favorite local businesses and residents in our online poll.

The poll gives residents the opportunity to pick their favorites in over 60 categories, across five groups, including: community, health, professional, restaurant and shopping. Over the years, the poll has become a fun opportunity for bragging rights and a cheerful showdown among local businesses.

In the months that follow, our reporter will highlight the Best of the Valley winners, getting insight on their philosophies, motivations and why they think they are the Best of the Valley.

To all of those who voted, thank you for supporting your local community newspaper, and remember to pick up a paper or head online Dec. 30.