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To loyal readers of Ashvegas, a sincere thank-you

Jason Sandford September 30, 2008

Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

It’s time for a brief time-out to say a special thank you to all the loyal readers of Ashvegas. In the big annual celebration of the local blogosphere on Saturday night, BlogAsheville voters named Ashvegas “best blog.” Knowing the passion, talent and creativity of many local bloggers, I have to shake my head and say that I’m simply humbled.

When I started blogging more than three years ago, I had no idea how it would open up my life. I’ve become even more engaged with my community, I’ve met some amazing, amazing people, and I’ve learned a new way of communicating. I’ve made mistakes. I’ve pissed off John Boyle. And I’ve found a passionate community that continues to inspire me.

We bloggers should really stop and give special thanks to Gordon and Jennifer for their work in organizing an incredible party (don’t forget to thank the sponsors, too!)

I plan to keep doing what I’m doing. Over the years, this blog has changed as I have changed, and I’m sure you’ll continue to see changes. But I’m sure you’re all too familiar with what drives me — this wonderful community we call Asheville. Thank you, again, loyal readers and voters all. Keep reading these pages. I’ll keep trying to make it fun and interesting, and I hope you’ll keep participating, as well.

Here are the winners, courtesy of Gordon.

Best Craft Blog

Crankypants

Most Likely To Make Money By Blogging

My Life In Cake

Least Likely to Make Money By Blogging

So Much For Tact

Blogger I’d Most Like to Have a Beer With

My Life In Cake

Least Likely to Care About Traffic

Hillbilly White Trash

Most Likely to Make You Laugh Out Loud

The Hangover Journals

Best Art/Photos

Zenography

Best Food

My Life In Cake

Blogger You’d Most Like To See Naked

A Girl Who Wears Glasses

Biggest Slacker – TIE

So Much For Tact and UNC Student

Best Design

Scrutiny Hooligans

Best Local Happenings

Ashvegas

Best Political

Scrutiny Hooligans

Best Blog Beginning With the Word “The”

The Hangover Journals

Makes Me Feel Happiest

My Life In Cake

Most Inspirational

Beyond Meds

Most In Need Of a Redesign

Thunder Pig

Most Likely To Have New Material

Ashvegas

Best New Blog

A Husband Wanted

Most Deserving of Wider Recognition

Kelby Carr

Best Writing

Edgy Mama

Best Overall

Ashvegas

Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

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6 Comments

Msri September 30, 2008

A fantastic night… so lovely to have met you and the rest of the gang!

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Tammy September 30, 2008

Ash, I voted in a bunch of categories for you. You’re simply the BEST!!!

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marc September 30, 2008

"Blogger You’d Most Like To See Naked

A Girl Who Wears Glasses"

Quadruple word — although I wouldn’t turn down the opportunity to gaze upon EM in all her MILSN glory.

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zen September 30, 2008

Despite having been a reporter halfway around the world, you still haven’t lost your Asheville song, Jason. Thanks for that.

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Miss Daisy September 30, 2008

You say you have pissed off John Boyle as if it’s a bad thing…

Congrats! And thank you!

(But I’m still perturbed that you weren’t up for the beer category.)

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Jennifer S. September 30, 2008

"When I started blogging more than three years ago, I had no idea how it would open up my life."

Word.

"I’ve become even more engaged with my community, I’ve met some amazing, amazing people, and I’ve learned a new way of communicating."

Double word.

"I’ve found a passionate community that continues to inspire me."

Triple word.

Well said!

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