We’re thrilled to announce this year’s Best of the Best winners, as voted by you, our dedicated readers. From top-notch businesses and restaurants to exceptional doctors and stylists, your favorites have been crowned!

There’s nothing like the buzz when our “Best Of” magazine comes out. Readers hurry to discover the winners, who are quick to showcase their accomplishments on social media. Plus, we provide decals that winners proudly display on their business doors—it’s a badge of honor!

For those new to our Best of the Best competition, here’s a quick rundown:

This is a reader driven process. Nominations and votes come directly from you. We set the categories, but you fill in the names and cast the votes. There’s no influence from our staff; it’s all about your choices.

This competition isn’t just about awards. It’s a fantastic resource for anyone looking for superior services—whether you’re searching for the perfect car at a top dealership or aiming to hit fitness goals with a personal trainer.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to every reader who participated in this year’s event. Your contributions and votes make the Best of the Best a true reflection of community preferences and standards. It’s through your enthusiasm and dedication that we celebrate excellence within our community.

As we move forward, we remain open to suggestions on how to improve this competition. Your feedback helps us refine the process and ensure that we are recognizing the very best that Lake and Sumter counties have to offer.

Congrats to all the winners! Here’s to another year of celebrating outstanding talent, exceptional service and the vibrant community spirit that defines us all.

Also, stay tuned for our upcoming issues! In September, we’ll focus on health and in October, our team will examine how local officials are managing the surge of new residents moving to Lake and Sumter counties.

Kendra