Why The Gazette’s Best of the Springs Means So Much to Small Family Businesses

Every spring, The Gazette invites people across Colorado Springs to celebrate the best of what our community has to offer. From favorite restaurants and local shops to trusted service providers, this event shines a spotlight on the businesses that make our city special. It is called Best of the Springs, and for small family owned businesses like LoCOl Paint, it is one of the most meaningful honors we can receive.

The voting for the 2026 Best of the Springs is now open, and we would love your support. But beyond asking for a vote, we want to share why this event is so important and how much it truly means to small businesses like ours.

What Best of the Springs Is All About

Every year, The Gazette gathers nominations and votes from thousands of residents all over the Pikes Peak region. People vote for their favorite local companies in hundreds of categories ranging from dining and entertainment to home services and health care.

When the results are published, the winners are showcased both in print and online, reaching an audience of hundreds of thousands of local readers. For small businesses, this recognition can make a real difference. It helps new customers discover local companies they might not have known about and gives credibility to the ones they already trust.

For businesses like LoCOl Paint, it is more than an award. It is a reflection of our relationship with the community and the people we serve every day.

Why This Recognition Matters

Large national chains have huge marketing budgets and endless resources. Small family owned companies depend on reputation and word of mouth. That is why local awards like Best of the Springs carry so much weight. They are based entirely on votes from real people who live and work in our community.

When someone votes for LoCOl Paint, they are not just voting for a painting company. They are voting for a local family, a hardworking crew, and a business that believes in doing things the right way.

These awards tell potential customers that the community trusts us. They show that our clients are happy, that we deliver on our promises, and that we take pride in our work.

In short, Best of the Springs helps small companies stand out in a crowded market. It reminds people that great service and personal care still matter.

Built on Family and Community

LoCOl Paint began with a simple goal to bring quality, honesty, and family values to the painting industry. We are not a franchise or a big corporation. We are a family owned and operated business based right here in Colorado Springs.

Our team includes family members, close friends, and people who have grown with us over the years. We live here, we raise our kids here, and we take pride in helping homeowners across our community make their homes look beautiful.

Every review, every referral, and every repeat customer means the world to us because it comes from real relationships. When someone tells a neighbor about us or shares our name online, it helps our business in ways that advertising alone never could.

Being nominated for Best of the Springs is one of the best ways we can measure how much the community values what we do. It shows that the work, the long hours, and the dedication are making a difference.

The Power of Local Support

Local businesses are the heartbeat of every community. They create jobs, invest in local charities, and support other small businesses around them. When residents choose to spend their money locally, that money stays here and helps the city thrive.

Voting in The Gazette’s Best of the Springs is one of the simplest and most effective ways to support local business owners. It does not cost anything, but it helps your favorite companies gain recognition that can make a lasting difference.

When LoCOl Paint wins or even places in the top categories, it allows us to continue hiring locally, training great people, and growing our reach. It helps us keep delivering the kind of service that has built our reputation across the city.

Recognition That Builds Trust

When new customers search for a painting company, they often rely on reviews, recommendations, and awards to make their decision. Seeing that a business has been voted among the best in the city immediately builds trust. It says that hundreds or even thousands of people have already had positive experiences.

For many homeowners, that reassurance is the deciding factor in choosing who to call.

Best of the Springs also validates the work of our entire team. Our painters, project managers, and office staff all work hard to make sure every customer is happy. When we earn recognition from the community, it motivates everyone to keep improving and keep raising the standard of service we provide.

How Voting Works

Voting for The Gazette’s Best of the Springs is quick and easy. All you need to do is visit thebestofthesprings.com and look for the categories you want to support.

LoCOl Paint is listed under the Home Services section. Once you find our name, simply click vote. You can vote for as many categories and businesses as you like. The more people who participate, the stronger the voice of our local community becomes.

It only takes a few minutes, but those few clicks make a big impact. Each vote helps keep small businesses like ours visible and supported.

Why Every Vote Counts

Some people think that one vote does not make a difference, but in contests like this it really does. Every single vote can help a small business earn recognition and grow.

For large national companies, awards are just marketing. For local family businesses, they are proof that the community believes in us.

When you vote for LoCOl Paint, you are helping us reach more homeowners, create more local jobs, and continue building something special here in Colorado Springs. You are telling our entire team that their hard work is seen and appreciated.

A Win for Everyone

When small businesses succeed, the whole community benefits. Local success means more people employed, more money staying in the city, and a stronger sense of pride for everyone who lives here.

Events like Best of the Springs bring people together and celebrate the unique character of our area. They remind us that behind every great local business is a team of people who care deeply about what they do and who they do it for.

That spirit of community is what makes Colorado Springs such a great place to live and work.

A Personal Thank You

We would not be where we are today without the amazing support we have received from our customers. Every project, every referral, and every review has helped us grow from a small idea into a company that now serves hundreds of families across the region.

To everyone who has trusted us to paint their homes, thank you. To everyone who has told a friend or neighbor about us, we are truly grateful. And to those who take a moment to vote for us this year, your support means more than words can say.

It takes a lot to stand out as a small business. There are challenges every day, but it is worth it because we love what we do and we love this community.

The Bottom Line

The Gazette’s Best of the Springs is more than an event. It is a celebration of community, trust, and hard work. It highlights the businesses that go the extra mile and the people who keep our city thriving.

For LoCOl Paint, being nominated again in 2026 is a reminder of how far we have come and how grateful we are for the support we continue to receive. Every vote helps us grow, hire more local team members, and serve more families who want their homes to look their best.

If you believe in supporting small family businesses, please take a moment to vote for LoCOl Paint in the Best of the Springs. You can vote at thebestofthesprings.com. It only takes a minute, but it means the world to us.

From our family to yours, thank you for helping LoCOl Paint continue to shine as one of the best in Colorado Springs. Together we can make 2026 another year to celebrate local success, community pride, and the small businesses that make this city feel like home.