best of the city 2010

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One ballot per person. Duplicates will not be counted. All responses are confidential. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses are for prize notification; your information will not be shared with others.

Ballots must have at least 20 answers to qualify. Any perceived attempts at ballot stuffing will be disqualified. City Magazine reserves the right to disqualify any entry. Ballots must be received no later than February 1, 2010. No faxes or photocopies will be accepted, no exceptions.

Results will appear in the March 2010 issue.

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the arts

Best Art Gallery
Best New Gallery
Best Art Exhibit (in last 12 months)
Best Museum
Best Local Artist
Best Kept Art Secret
Best Place to See Unique or Underground Art
Best Public Art Piece
Best Performing Arts Group
Best Performance (in last 12 months)
Best Performance Venue
Best Place to See Live Theater
Best Place to See a Film
Best Festival (in last 12 months)
Most Supportive Person of the Arts
Local Politician Must Supportive of the Arts

people

Southwest VA's Sexiest Man
Southwest VA's Sexiest Woman
Most Memorable Roanoker
Most Humorous Roanoker
Best Photographer
Best Real Estate Agent
Best Musician
Best Caterer
Best Cosmetic Surgeon
Best Florist
Best Lawyer
Best Teacher
Best CPA
Best Banker & What Bank
Best Dentist
Best Family Doctor
Best Vet
Best Bartender

media

Best Radio Station - Music
Best Radio Station - Talk
Best Radio Personalities
Best Drive-Time Radio Show
Best Local TV Station
Best Local TV Anchor
Best Local TV Newscast
Most Accurate Local Weather Forecast
Best Local TV News Reporter
Best Local TV Meteorologist
Best Local TV Sports Anchor
Best Hard News Source
Best Entertainment News Source

city escapes (getting out of town)

Best Campground
Best Hotel (within 4 hours drive)
Best Weekend Getaway (within 4 hours drive)
Best Virginia Winery
Best Parkway Attraction/Destination
Best Travel Agency
Best Day Trip
Best B&B (within 4 hours drive)
Best Ski Resort

city living (attractions & services)

Best Country Club
Best Golf Course
Best Local Hotel or B&B
Best Place to People Watch
Best Site/Activity to Impress Out-of-Towners
Best Historical Landmark
Best Public Park
Best Place for Hiking
Best Picnic Spot
Best Park for Fido
Best Local Website

shopping

Best Downtown Store
Best New Store (opened in last 12 months)
Best Shopping Mall/Area
Best Women's Clothing Store
Best Men's Clothing Store
Hippest Women's Store
Best Shoe Store
Best Jewelry Store
Best Computer/Electronics Store
Best Home Theatre Shop
Best Sporting Goods Store
Best Magazine Stand
Best Kid’s Clothing Store
Best Consignment Shop
Best Plant Nursery
Best Christmas Shop
Best Grocery Store
Best Place to Buy A Prom Dress
Best Place Tuxedos/Formal Wear
Best Place to Buy Flowers
Best Place to Buy Furniture
Best Car Dealer (New or Used)
Best Luxury Car Dealer
Best Place to Buy Antiques
Best Place to Buy a Bottle of Wine
Best Hair Salon
Best Independent Bookstore (new or used)
Best Book Store
Best Specialty Store
Best Dry Cleaners
Best Carwash
Best Tailor
Best Tattoo/Piercing Parlor
Best Mechanic
Best Auto Body Shop

romance & relationships

Best Online Dating
Best Wedding/Commitment Ceremony Venue
Best Place to Buy Lingerie & Sexy Things
Best Saturday Night Date Spot

wellness

Best Day Spa
Best Health Club
Best Personal Trainer & Club
Best Massage Therapist
Rieki
Deep Tissue

happenings

Best Non-profit Fundraiser (in last 12 months)
Best Local Event
Best Local Charity
Best Local Non-profit
Best Volunteer Group
Best Young Professional Group
Best Thing Not on this List