OCALA, FL  (352today.com) – For the third year in a row, Best of the 352 is celebrating local businesses and competition is fierce.

“North Central Florida Media (NCFM) is thrilled to offer Best of the 352 as a way for local citizens to nominate and vote for their favorite businesses,” says NCFM Sales Manager Lisa Varner.

For those not already familiar, Best of the 352 is a nomination and voting contest. At the heart of the contest lies the power of community engagement.

Each category presents an opportunity to earn either a gold or silver award, recognition in the Best of the 352 magazine, and invitation to attend a Winner’s Event. But for most businesses, the win boosts small business morale, increases exposure and attracts new customers.

“The proof of the program’s success is in the audience engagement – more than 219,000 votes were cast last year by over 69,000 unique individuals,” says Varner. “With the promotional support of 93.7 K-Country, 92.5/95.5 Wind FM, and 352today.com, this program reaches all corners of the 352.”

What does that mean for the third year of the contest? Over 3,300 businesses have secured placement on the 2024 ballot in nine categories, and the voting portion of the contest is officially underway.

  • Agriculture & Equestrian
  • Eat & Drink
  • Education
  • Health & Beauty
  • Home & Garden
  • Motors
  • Services
  • Shopping
  • Things to Do

Each vote cast serves as a personal endorsement and spotlight for the nominated business. If you live and shop in the 352, you’re invited to show your support by voting daily.

|VOTE NOW: Click here to vote in Best of the 352

Voting continues for three weeks, ending on Sunday, March 17. Winners will be announced June 6 and printed in a special publication for distribution at winner locations.

For a look at last year’s Best of 352, click here.