2019 “BEST OF” Abingdon, Virginia

2019 “BEST OF” Abingdon, Virginia

Do you have a favorite breakfast spot? Do you have a favorite grocery store? We are searching for Abingdon’s BEST- chosen by you.

The month of May is Business Appreciation Month throughout Virginia. The Town of Abingdon’s Economic Development department has collaborated to create the “BEST OF” Abingdon initiative.

This initiative will help promote businesses throughout the Town of Abingdon, and give them extra promotion during the month of May. Abingdon businesses play an essential role in strengthening our community through their innovation, creation, expansion, and employment of area workforce that preserves the economic well-being and quality of life for all our citizens. This initiative is a small token of the town’s appreciation for all the businesses and what they do for our community.

“I appreciate the challenges that small business owner’s face,” said Economic Development Coordinator, Tonya Triplett. “It is my goal to continue to promote small business development in Abingdon, VA.”

The “BEST OF” initiative will feature a public driven survey with thirty (30) different categories. No one knows Abingdon better than the people who live here or visit here, so cast your VOTE for the “BEST OF” Abingdon.  Please only VOTE for businesses in the Abingdon Town limits. The survey will run from March 7, 2019 to April 4, 2019. Click the link to participate in the survey- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BestofABN.

*Note: Only ONE ballot per email address. The email addresses will only be used for the survey and not shared in any way.

Below is a list of the categories included in the survey:

Best Abingdon Breakfast Spot

Best Abingdon Lunch Spot

Best Abingdon Dinner Establishment

Best Abingdon Restaurant Dessert

Best Sweet Shop/Dessert Place

Best Supermarket/Grocery Store

Best Retail Shop

Entertainment Venue

Abingdon Best Clothing Store

Best Antique Store

Best B&B/Hotel/Cottage

Best Art Gallery/Museum

Best Medical Provider

Best Dentist

Best Optometrist

Best Pharmacy

Best Chiropractic

Best Law Firm

Best Financial Advisor

Best Realtor

Best Bank/Credit Union

Best CPA/Bookkeeper

Best Insurance

Best Flower Shop

Best Auto Service Center

Best Auto Dealer

Best Hair Salon

Best Spa

Best Nail Salon

Best Fitness/Gym

At the May 6, 2019 Abingdon Town Council Meeting, Mayor Craig will read a proclamation designating May, 2019 as Business Appreciation Month. The winners of each category will be announced on the Town of Abingdon Facebook page within the following weeks of May.

Thank you for your participation in the survey and for helping share the town’s passion for small business!

###