Each of us is the “best” at something. Now is your chance to tell the whole Valley who you think is the best.

The Snoqualmie Valley Record is kicking off the first ever “Best of Snoqualmie Valley.” We have identified 46 categories from which you can pick the best. The best coffee and the best fireman are just a couple of the categories. Our goal is to honor those who are recognized by you, readers and residents, as being the best in a specific area.

Maybe you have a doctor, or dentist whom you think is the best. Maybe you think a Montessori school or daycare is the best. Whatever it is, this is your chance to tell everyone. For your efforts in filling out a ballot, you will be entered in a drawing for a couples’ package at the Salish Lodge and Spa that includes a night’s stay, dinner and spa treatment.

There are several ways to enter. Fill out the ballot in the Valley Record and mail it in. Or find a ballot in the upcoming Snoqualmie Valley Living and send that in.

Many local businesses will have ballot boxes, so simply fill out a ballot and stick it in the box.

Or the easiest way may be to fill out your ballot online at www.valleyrecord.com and select the “Best of” link. That will take you to an online ballot where you can fill in the best.

We will recognize the best with a nicely framed plaque and a special section that will run in the March 26 Snoqualmie Valley Living.

Let’s celebrate our own and pick the best of the best from right here.