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FAQ

Q: When are entries due?
A: All entries are due by midnight on July 31, 2022.

Q: If I entered in the awards a previous year, can I enter again?
A: Yes! However, if you were the grand prize winner or a category winner, you must enter a different product. All other entrants are welcome to enter the same product or a different one.

Q: If my product is designed in the Lowcountry but assembled elsewhere, can I still enter?
A: Unfortunately, to qualify for the awards, your product must be physically put together in the Lowcountry.

Q: What areas do you consider part of The Lowcountry?
A: We will happily accept entries from the following: Beaufort County, Sea Islands, Colleton County, Walterboro, Daufuskie Island, Edisto Beach, Hampton County, Jasper County, Hardeeville, Ridgeland.

Q: Local Life has written about my company in the past; can I still enter?
A: As long as the specific product you are entering has not been featured specifically, we invite you to enter.

Q: Should I enter my company as a whole or a specific product?
A: We ask that you narrow your entry to a specific product. (If you are entering a piece of artwork for example, that is one entry. If you would like to enter multiple art pieces, you would need to submit more than one application and entry fee.)

Q: Can I enter more than once?
A: Yes. If you would like to submit two unrelated products, you may enter two applications.

Q: Can I submit my application by mail?
A: No. To ensure that every application arrives safely and receives equal attention, we ask that ALL applications be submitted digitally. You will get an email confirmation once your application has been received.

Q: What is the entry fee?
A: There is an entry fee of $50.

Q: How can I pay?
A: We accept all major credit cards, including VISA, Mastercard, and American Express.  Checks are accepted if they arrive with the entry and are cashed successfully.  NSF checks will be charged $50 processing fee. To pay online, click here.

Q: My photos are not uploading correctly; what should I do?
A: First, make sure that each photo you are attempting to upload is 3MB or less. (Note: iPhone photos are usually smaller than 3MB, but you’ll still want to check each file size. Photos from a standard point-and-shoot digital camera, however, are often larger and will need to be resized on your computer before submitting.)

Second, the problem may be with your web browser. (Example: If you are using Safari, try using Google Chrome or Firefox instead—and vice versa.) If the problem persists, email us at info@wearelocallife.com.

Q: When will I be notified if my product is being considered as a finalist?
A: Everyone will be notified around the beginning of August.

Q: Do I need to mail in my physical product?
A: Not during the first round of judging. The first round of judging will be based on the entry form and photos.  If you are short-listed for the final round, you may be required to submit a physical product or to meet with a judge for them to see your product in person.

Q: When will the final winners be announced to the public?
A: Winners will be announced to the public in our September or October 2022 issue.

For more information or clarification, email info@wearelocallife.com