You know her, and you likely grew up watching her — a hip hip hooray for Judy Clark, the Chippewa Valley’s Favorite Local Celebrity! Though Clark has officially retired from WEAU, we give our thanks for her decades of storytelling in the Valley. This year’s runner up, Justin Vernon (of Bon Iver) continues to keep locals on their toes with new albums and even a festival revival. Despite his wider fame, his dedication to his city remains strong — and we feel it. Some might say they are “the best for last,” Donut, Altoona PD’s Therapy Dog completes this category. —Luc Anthony