The Weekly Volcano would like to thank all those who took the time to vote in the best of Olympia 2013 Readers' Poll. You are the best.

Best Politician:  Gov. Jay Inslee

Best Politician You Love To Hate: Gov. Chris Gregoire

Best Thurston County Non-profit Organization: SafePlace

Best Local Hero: Casey Heath

Best Thurston County Based Website: Thurstontalk.com

Best Thurston County Radio: KAOS 89.3FM

Best Street Fair: Arts Walk Olympia

Best Cause: Homelessness Prevention

Best Local Celebrity: Kimya Dawson

Best Friendly Face: Elizabeth Lord

Best Place To People Watch: Olympia Farmers Market

Best Hike Trail: Priest Point

Best View: Tumwater Falls

Best Place to Hide: Ben Moore's Restaurant

Best Thing That Happened In 2012: Same-sex marriage

LINK: Best of Olympia 2013

LINK: Best of Olympia 2012

LINK: Best of Olympia 2011