Help this cash-strapped Humboldt Carpenter Beaver make a decision on where to source his dam wood.

Everything costs sooooo much, but, let’s face it, the odds of you getting a raise anytime soon are zero. The state of the world is trending downward. Still, you’ve got to replace the posts on your front porch before the coming wet Humboldt winter. Hmm! Where behind the Redwood Curtain do you stand the best chance of finding a good selection of wood at prices that aren’t going to make you suicidal over the fact that you came of age at a time when America is in steep financial and moral decline? Help us find reason to hope, LoCO Pollz voters! This is very important! 

As is always the case when we go through these motions every single week, if we’ve forgotten a business that stands no chance of winning but you are somehow connected to, just leave us a comment and we will validate your existence. We will run this thing until next Monday, because that’s how we do it. 

Best Surf Spot: Moonstone Beach
Best Bar Regulars: The Shanty
Best Steaks: AA Bar & Grill
Best Vegan Options: Wildflower Cafe
Best Hot Dog: Bob’s Footlongs
Best Gym: HealthSPORT, Arcata
Best Drive-Thru Coffee: Jitter Bean Coffee Co. 
Best Neighborhood Store: 3 Corners Market
Best Rural Store: Murrish Market
Best French Fries: Arcata Pizza & Deli
Best Vintage Clothing Store: Little Shop of Hers
Best Place to Watch Sports: Humboldt Brews
Best Island: Woodley Island
Best Movie Theatre: The Minor
Best Haircut: Linden & Company Salon 
Best Tax Preparers: Demello, McAuley, McReynolds & Holland
Best Burger: No Brand Burger Stand
Best Bridge: Fernbridge
Best Outdoor Seating: Gill’s by the Bay 
Best Music Store: Mantova’s Two Street Music
Best Chinese Food: Szechuan Garden
Best Hardware Store: Pierson’s Building Center
Best Salad Bar: Eureka Natural Foods
Best Furniture Store: Living Styles
Best Italian Restuarant: Gabriel’s Italian Restaurant
Best Bookstore: Booklegger
Best Fish and Chips: Gallagher’s Restaurant and Pub
Best Car Dealership: Harper Motors
Best Bread: Brio Breadworks
Best Place to Christmas Shop: Old Town Eureka
Best Movie Filmed in Humboldt: Return of the Jedi
Best Hotel: Carter House Inns
Best Place For Kids: Sequoia Park Zoo
Best Veterinary Center: Myrtle Avenue Veterinary Hospital
Best Food Truck: Pineapple Express Food Truck
Best High School: Arcata High School
Best Eureka Bar: The Shanty
Best Arcata Bar: Richard’s Goat Tavern & Tearoom
Best Live Music Venue: Arcata Theatre Lounge
Best Food Event: Arcata Bay Oyster Festival 
Best Wings: Rax on Rax Wings
Best Beach: Moonstone Beach
Best Ferndale Restaurant: Ferndale Pizza Co.
Best Fortuna Restaurant: Double D Steak & Seafood
Best Arcata Restaurant: Renata’s Crêperie 
Best Old Town Restaurant: Sea Grill
Best Sushi: Tomo
Best Barbecue: Porter Street Barbecue
Best Pizza: Paul’s Live From New York
Best Annual Event: Kinetic Grand Championship
Best River: Trinity River
Best Dispensary: Humboldt County Collective
Best Donut: Happy Donut 
Best Chocolate: Dick Taylor Chocolate
Best Torta: Speedy Taco 
Best Broadway Fast Food: In-N-Out
Best Brewery: Redwood Curtain Brewery