Two days until Milton names its favorites

Tuesday at 7 a.m., in this very inbox: the first-ever Best of Milton ballot. Twenty-nine categories, from best pizza to best scenic road, and every one of them decided by neighbors, not by us. Nobody buys a spot. No editor plays favorites. You write in the places you already argue for at dinner parties, and Milton settles it.

How it works, in thirty seconds: nominations run Tuesday through Monday, July 27. Type your favorites into the ballot — don't sweat exact spellings; we'll sort "Miltons" and "Milton's Cuisine" into the same pile. The top vote-getters in each category become finalists, final voting opens July 29, and winners are revealed in a special Sunday issue on August 16. One ballot per verified neighbor, so campaigning means convincing actual people — the old-fashioned way.

Between now and Tuesday, your only job is the fun one: start the argument. Ask the table tonight where Milton's best burger lives. Then browse all 29 categories and come in with your list ready.

Know someone with strong opinions about this town? Forward them this issue — they'll want to be in the room when the ballot drops.