Best of SLO County 2013 - San Luis Obispo Readers’ Poll Winners #1851790 (License: Personal Use)

This vibrant, illustrated logo commemorates the 27th Annual Best of SLO County Readers’ Poll in 2013, published by New Times. The central yellow bear wears a red “New Times” beanie and holds symbolic items representing local culture: bowling pins (recreation), a red rose (SLO’s floral heritage), a stopwatch (timeliness), and a jar with a fish (coastal identity). A bold green banner proclaims “Best Of SLO COUNTY,” while a red circular seal highlights the poll’s milestone year.

Used on landing pages, award announcements, and archival articles for the New Times’ annual readers’ poll; targets locals seeking trusted recommendations or nostalgic recaps of past community favorites.