best of the bay awards given out

January 24, 2007 | Mr. Bill | 2 comments - add to the conversation!

You’ll remember that SohoTampa and Sticks of Fire were named to Creative Loafing’s Best of the Bay list for 2006. dueling BOTB awards Sticks of Fire was chosen the Best Local Blog by readers of Creative Loafing, and SoHoTampa.com was the CL staff pick for Best Local Cultural Website.

I went over to American Stageon Monday evening to accept awards on behalf of both websites.

It was a rainy night that scared a few away, but there were many spirited, community minded that showed up. There was great food, interesting conversation, top class drink and more. Without question, the entire affair was nothing if not fun.

And isn’t that at least part of what Creative Loafing is known for? Well, that and covering stories like neither of the dailies do. And that is why receiving this recognition is quite an honor. They speak up – in depth – when everyone else seems to stay silent.

Thank You Creative Loafing for all you do!