Following the resounding success of the inaugural Best of Benton County 2025 awards, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of this beloved tradition into 2026. Last year's event set a high bar, but with a few tweaks and improvements, we're ready to make this year's awards even more memorable and seamless for everyone involved.
The Best of Benton County Awards aim to celebrate and recognize the outstanding businesses and individuals that make our community shine. From the feedback and lessons learned during our first launch, we've streamlined the nomination and voting process, making it easier and more accessible for everyone to participate.
For this year's competition, we will have an online platform easily accessible from the BCE website. Simply click the link and you will be greeted with numerous categories to nominate or vote for your favorite businesses and people in the community.
This year's award ceremony promises to be a highlight of the Benton County social calendar, taking place at the newly opened Vault on Main Street. It's an opportunity not only to honor the achievements of our local businesses but also to foster connections within the community and support the local economy.
We are also excited to offer sponsorship and promotional opportunities for businesses throughout the nomination, voting, and awards process. This is a fantastic way to gain visibility and show your support for the community. For inquiries and to get involved, contact our sales person by email at bentoncountyenterprise@yahoo.com.
Please be vigilant: Last year, we encountered attempts by unauthorized parties to hijack the awards process. Ensure any communications or transactions are only with James White, Kim Fugate, Ethan Holder, or an official member of the Benton County Enterprise team. We are committed to providing a transparent and fair platform for all participants and do not want any community member to be taken advantage of.
This year's competition will be split into three sections: Nominations, Voting, and the Announcement Ceremony. Nominations will be held from February 6th - February 19th with Voting taking place directly after from February 20th - March 5th. Once everything is tallied, we will host the awards ceremony on March 12th.
Stay tuned to our Facebook page, website, and newspaper for the latest updates on the Best of Benton County 2026. We will be reaching out to businesses with more information on how to participate and make the most of this opportunity.
We're adding numerous new categories this year and look forward to celebrating the success and spirit of Benton County with you all. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Together, let's make the Best of Benton County 2026 a resounding success!
