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2013 Best Local Band/Artist - Flagship
2012 Best Local Band/Artist - Sun Dried Vibes
2012 Best Local Band/Artist - The Bear Romantic
2011 BEST LOCAL BAND/ARTIST - AVETT BROTHERS
2011 BEST LOCAL BAND/ARTIST - YARDWORK
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2010 BEST LOCAL BAND/ARTIST - The Avett Brothers
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2008 BEST LOCAL BAND/ARTIST - The New Familiars
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