Here are the blogs about Local Search that I often turn to for answers to my own questions and intelligent discussion of current Local Search news.

Understanding Google Maps and Yahoo Local Search - Mike Blumenthal’s blog

Mike puts a lot of good how to information on his site and has some awesome interviews with a wide range of Local Search experts.  He responds to comments, making it a great place to have a lively discussion.

Local SEO Guide - Andrew Shotland’s blog

Andrew is a bit irreverent- well, sometimes a lot irreverant - but in a very good way. Read his blog to keep up with changes in the Local Search scene and have a giggle or two.

Small Business Commando - Dick Larkin’s blog

While it looks like he’s rebranded as the Small Business Commando, Dick used to call himself Yellow Pages Commando and comes at Local Search from the background and perspective of the online Yellow Pages (the original Local Search). If you want your business to shine in Local Search, this is an arena that cannot be ignored.

Screenwerk - Greg Sterling’s blog

Greg is an erudite, big picture guy, who, along with Chris Sherman,  puts on the SMX Local/Mobile conferences. Read his blog for intelligent treatment of the latest trends, news and partnerships in Local and Mobile Search.

While there are plenty of other blogs that do a good job covering Local Search, these are my personal favorites.