AOL Tries Its "Best" in 25 Cities

October 13, 2010 at 9:12 am PT

AOL today kicked off its own “get out the vote” drive, but it has nothing to do with the fall elections. As part of its heightened local focus, the company is bringing back its City’s Best sites, last seen in 2008, in 25 U.S. metropolitan areas. From now through Nov. 30, site visitors will be encouraged to vote for the best local businesses in a variety of categories (Best Burgers, Best Dive Bars, Best Places to Break Up, etc.), creating a grassroots city guide in the process.

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