

IT'S TIME TO RECOGNIZE THE FINEST OF 2025
Voted by the People,
Celebrated by the Community.

IMPORTANT DATES
Nominations for top three:
09/02 - 09/21
Crowning the winners:
10/03 - 10/19
HERE'S THE DEAL
EVERYTHING YOU
NEED TO KNOW
Each year, Sandpoint Living Local’s Finest honors the people, businesses, and organizations that go above and beyond to make Sandpoint an incredible place to live, work, and play. This cherished community tradition celebrates the finest — as voted by you!
Get Involved – Become a Sponsor
Show your support for the Sandpoint community while gaining valuable local exposure for your brand. We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities to fit every budget:
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Category Sponsorships (NEW THIS YEAR!)
Whether you're a small business or a large organization, there’s a level for everyone. Sponsorship includes recognition across our promotional platforms and positions your business as a proud supporter of local excellence.
Why Participate?
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Celebrate the people and businesses that make Sandpoint great
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Support the growth of our local economy
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Gain visibility through extensive community-driven promotion
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Be part of a meaningful, long-standing local tradition
Join us as we celebrate the heart and soul of Sandpoint — its people. Because when we come together, we build something truly special.
ROOTED IN COMMUNITY
Strengthened by Support

PAST WINNERS
RECOGNIZING SANDPOINT'S FINEST YEAR AFTER YEAR!
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READ MORE: Sandpoint Furniture Makes Your House a HomeSandpoint Furniture makes your house a home By Patty Hutchens When furnishing your home, you want the end result to be a reflection of who you are. Whether it be bold, bright colors that bring out your creative and whimsical side, or earth tones to calm your soul the minute you enter the door, you have a specific taste, and your home should reflect that. But it is not always easy to find the perfect furnishings that reveal your flair, personality and style while also showcasing taste and high-quality craftsmanship. Well, look no further, as Sandpoint Furniture has been helping customers furnish their homes with high-quality, unique furnishings for more than 70 years. They carry everything from handcrafted Amish furniture, “imported” from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to bold bright colors that are evident the minute you walk into their showroom. Sandpoint Furniture has it all. They take pride in featuring as many American-made furnishings as possible and are knowledgeable about the features and benefits of each brand. Locally owned, Sandpoint Furniture began on Cedar Street in Downtown Sandpoint where Di Lunas Cafe and Idaho Pour Authority are now located. It is family owned and operated and has established a reputation throughout North Idaho, Western Montana and Eastern Washington for their superior customer service. Their experienced interior designers will help you thoughtfully design your home with unique pieces that are created by talented artisans. With 24,000 square feet of space, they stock a great deal of what you see on their showroom floor, making it easy to walk away with that special treasure without having to wait weeks for delivery. If you do require delivery, they are happy to do so to Spokane, Coeur d’Alene and throughout North Idaho. Looking for a special sofa? Their full Flexsteel gallery is the only one of its kind in North Idaho and provides customers with not only a vast variety of styles from which to choose but also better pricing. Sandpoint Furniture offers its customers more than 1,000 top-grain leathers and fabrics to tailor your new sofa with—making the options to be unique—virtually limitless. The buyer for the store, Carmin Sheffler Snyder, has her finger on the pulse on what is happening in the furniture industry. She also possesses a unique gift for finding pieces that are traditional and creative while also offering functionality. Looking for ways to get a better night’s sleep? Sandpoint Furniture’s “sleep shop” carries more than 35 comfort levels of mattresses with top name brands including Beautyrest, Tempurpedic and iComfort. To view the store in the comfort of your home, log onto their website at www.sandpointfurniture.com and take their virtual tour. It won’t be long before you are grabbing the car keys and making the drive to Sandpoint to check out what many have known for decades – Sandpoint Furniture is unique, different and worth the drive.
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READ MORE: Why Make the Drive to Sandpoint Furniture?Discover quality, style and value By Patty Hutchens When furnishing your home, you want the end result to be a reflection of who you are. Whether it be bold, bright colors that bring out your creative and whimsical side, or earth tones to calm your soul the minute you enter the door, you have a specific taste, and your home should reflect that. But it is not always easy to find the perfect furnishings that reveal your flair, personality and style while also showcasing taste and high-quality craftsmanship. Well, look no further, as Sandpoint Furniture has been helping customers furnish their homes with high-quality, unique furnishings for more than 70 years. They carry everything from handcrafted Amish furniture, “imported” from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to bold bright colors that are evident the minute you walk into their showroom. Sandpoint Furniture has it all. They take pride in featuring as many American-made furnishings as possible and are knowledgeable about the features and benefits of each brand. Locally owned, Sandpoint Furniture began on Cedar Street in Downtown Sandpoint where Di Lunas Cafe and Idaho Pour Authority are now located. It is family owned and operated and has established a reputation throughout North Idaho, Western Montana and Eastern Washington for their superior customer service. Their experienced interior designers will help you thoughtfully design your home with unique pieces that are created by talented artisans. With 24,000 square feet of space, they stock a great deal of what you see on their showroom floor, making it easy to walk away with that special treasure without having to wait weeks for delivery. If you do require delivery, they are happy to do so to Spokane, Coeur d’Alene and throughout North Idaho. Looking for a special sofa? Their full Flexsteel gallery is the only one of its kind in North Idaho and provides customers with not only a vast variety of styles from which to choose but also better pricing. Sandpoint Furniture offers its customers more than 1,000 top-grain leathers and fabrics to tailor your new sofa with—making the options to be unique—virtually limitless. The buyer for the store, Carmin Sheffler Snyder, has her finger on the pulse on what is happening in the furniture industry. She also possesses a unique gift for finding pieces that are traditional and creative while also offering functionality. Looking for ways to get a better night’s sleep? Sandpoint Furniture’s “sleep shop” carries more than 35 comfort levels of mattresses with top name brands including Beautyrest, Tempurpedic and iComfort. To view the store in the comfort of your home, log onto their website at www.sandpointfurniture.com and take their virtual tour. It won’t be long before you are grabbing the car keys and making the drive to Sandpoint to check out what many have known for decades – Sandpoint Furniture is unique, different and worth the drive.


FINEST EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
2018-2019
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NEW THIS YEAR! Now you can sponsor one of our award categories!
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It’s a great way to keep your brand top-of-mind while showing your support for local excellence.
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