The city of Live Oak began the Best of Live Oak contest on Jan. 2.

This contest allows the community to vote for their favorite businesses and restaurants within the city.

This year’s contest has 26 categories including best pizza, best shopping center, best steak and other categories.

Votes can be made once a day, and voting will run through Jan. 31.

Following the voting period, the city will count votes and announce the winners on the city website.