the winners are...
uwwanderoosbargrill.com
If you’re looking for a place for your event, our Outback Saloon will fit all of your large party needs. Call for more information or for reservations.
FINALISTS: Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery,
Eating & Drinking
2024 BEST BEST APPETIZER
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Thank you for voting for us. Your continued support is truly valued. We invite you to stop by for some appetizers and some drinks. Many of our items are made from scratch and we offer new items all of the time. That’s what makes us stand out from the rest.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
The Mix Up 1301 105th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8572 mixupbars.com
BEST AREA SUPPER CLUB
Laurel Supper Club
1905 WI-64, New Richmond, WI (715) 246-5121
FINALISTS:
Dalles House Restaurant & Lounge
720 S Vincent St, St. Croix Falls, WI (715) 483-3246 dalleshouse.com
Indianhead Supper Club Inc 107 Indianhead Shores Dr, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 (715) 485-3359 indianheadsupperclub.com
BEST BAR
UW
Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Visit our old public- school house, now bar, grill & event center in rural Amery, WI. Enjoy our nightly specials served after 5. Monday 1/2 Price Burger Night. Tuesday: $1.50 Tacos (InHouse Only With Drink Purchase / $2 To-Go). Wednesday: Ribs & Broasted Chicken Dinners, Windsor Drink Special. Thursday: One Pound Traditional Wings With Choice Of Sauce, $1 Off Combo Baskets. Friday: Ribs, Walleye, Cod & Sunfish Dinners. Saturday: Jumbo Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Walleye Dinners. Sunday (All Day) $1 off Chicken Dinners, $2 off Chicken Basket, $12 Bloody & Brunch Burger.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252
Find us on Facebook
The Mix Up 1301 105th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8572 mixupbars.com
BEST BATTERED CHEESE CURDS
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Our cheese curds are a fan favorite. Perfectly deep fried with gooey melted cheese in the middle. Enjoy this filling appetizer with some drinks.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252
Find us on Facebook
BEST BBQ RIBS UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Our combination of spices, hickory smoke, tangy BBQ sauce & gentle cooking process makes our juicy tender ribs unique only to UW Wanderoos Bar & Grill. Served Wednesday & Friday Evening.
FINALISTS: Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
Thirsty Otter
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Pure-n-Simple Farm House Foods 867 US-8, Amery, WI (715) 268-6800 purensimplefood.com
BEST BEER SELECTION (RETAIL)
Amery Discount Liquor 1020 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI (715) 268-9944
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
Amery Express
210 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-5872
Find us on Facebook
Kwik Trip 855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2005 kwiktrip.com
BEST BLOODY MARY
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
We use a special homemade mix for our Bloody Mary’s. This wellcrafted drink leaves you wanting more. If you have not tried one yet, you should!
FINALISTS:
Raising the Bar Sports Pub
458 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3545 raisingthebarsportspub.com
Deer’s Bar 201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
BEST BRATWURST Nilssen’s Market
265 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2513 nilssensfoods.com
FINALISTS:
Amery Meat Market
116 Central St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7515
amerymeatmarket.com
BEST BREAKFAST
Amery Family Restaurant
418 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2100
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
BEST BRUNCH
Irma’s Place 955 US-63, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2050
Find us on Facebook
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
UW Wanderoos is a destination. Visit our old public school house, now bar, grill & event center in rural Amery, WI for a quick bite, date night, or a fun night out. Nightly dinner specials. Happy hour Monday-Friday 4-6pm. Get Educated - Great Food - Great Drinks
FINALISTS:
Amery Family Restaurant
418 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2100
Find us on Facebook
Irma’s Place 955 US-63, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2050
Find us on
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
UW
FINALISTS:
(715)
Garibaldi’s 337 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9801 garibaldismexican.com
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
(715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
Louie’s Finer Meats 2025 Superior Ave, Cumberland, WI (715) 822-4728 louiesfinermeats.com
BEST CHICKEN
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
We cook our chicken to perfection – choose from a variety of Chicken Sandwiches, Wraps, Salads and Broasted Chicken.
FINALISTS:
Kwik Trip
855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2005 kwiktrip.com
The Mix Up 1301 105th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8572 mikijosmixup.com
BEST CHURCH MEAL
Deronda Lutheran Church 1239 65th Ave/Cty Rd F, Amery, WI (715) 268-2098 nuicparish.org
FINALISTS:
East Immanuel Lutheran Church 207 120th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-2143 eastimmanuel-lutheran.com
United Covenant Church 348 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2665 unitedcovchurch.org
BEST CUP OF COFFEE
Kate’s Coffee Koop
327 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 503-0525 katescoffeekoop.com
Kate’s Coffee Koop, located in Clear Lake, is a vibrant coffee shop dedicated to supporting local products. Sourcing beans from nearby roasters and featuring treats from la local bakery, Kate’s Coffee Koop emphasizes community connections and crafting kindness. In addition to their brick-and-mortar location, they travel to public and private events throughout the year, bringing quality coffee to gatherings across the region. Regular events showcase local artists and farmers, creating a warm atmosphere for coffee lovers. Please stop by for a delicious cup and experience our community’s rich flavors and passion.
FINALISTS:
BugZys Brew
709 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 607-0550
Find us on Facebook
BEST DELI
Deer’s Coffee Shack
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI deerscoffeeshack@gmail.com Find us on Facebook
Dick’s Fresh Market
1050 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI (715) 268-7513 dicksfreshmarket.com
FINALISTS:
Nilssen’s Market
265 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2513 nilssensfoods.com
BEST DESSERT
Eat Your Heart Out Creations
566 60th St, Clear Lake, WI (715) 410-5415
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
Pure-n-Simple Farm House
Foods
867 US-8, Amery, WI (715) 268-6800 purensimplefood.com
(715) 268-2100
Louie’s Finer Meats
2025 Superior Ave, Cumberland, WI (715) 822-4728 louiesfinermeats.com
855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2005 kwiktrip.com
John’s 924 Elden Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-5555 jimmyjohns.com
BEST FIRST DATE RESTAURANT
Amery Ale Works
588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226
ameryaleworks.com
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST FISH FRY
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Our Friday fish fry & Saturday evening walleye dinner comes in generous portions, grilled or deep fried in our light crispy in-house batter. All dinners served with choice of potato, dinner roll & coleslaw.
FINALISTS:
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
Deer’s Bar
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
BEST FOOD TRUCK
Brickfire Pizza
Mobile Pizza Bus (715) 441-3001 bfstreetkitchens.com
FINALISTS:
Kate’s Coffee Koop
Mobile Coffee Shop (715) 503-0525 katescoffeekoop.com
Holy Donuts Mobile Donut Truck myron@holydonuts.net holydonuts.net
BEST FRENCH FRIES
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
You should really try the Fries. Then you will know why they are chosen the Best French Fries in the Area. Our Family size basket of French Fries, Waffle Fries, Sweet Potato Fries or Tots are tasty any time of day.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
FINALISTS:
Escape on 2nd Ave
127 2nd Ave, Clayton, WI (715) 263-2040
Find us on Facebook
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com BEST HAMBURGER UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Glad you voted us best Hamburger in the area! We offer a new burger every month aka the burger of the month. Or
BEST HAPPY HOUR
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Our Happy Hours make our customers “Happy”! Stop by Monday – Friday 4 – 6 pm for some drink specials and great company! We always enjoy your good stories and laughs.
FINALISTS:
Mustang Sally’s
128 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7777
mustang-sallys.com
Raising the Bar Sports Pub
458 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3545 raisingthebarsportspub.com
BEST HOT DOG
Nilssen’s Market
265 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2513 nilssensfoods.com
FINALISTS:
Amery Meat Market
116 Central St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7515 amerymeatmarket.com
BEST ICE CREAM CONE
Ellie’s Ice Cream & Coffee
204 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-3470 elliesicecream.com
FINALISTS:
Dairy Queen
221 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2117 dairyqueen.com
KJ’s New North 104 1st Ave E, Balsam Lake, WI (715) 614-1569 Find us on Facebook
BEST KID FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Amery Family Restaurant
418 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2100 Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar 201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
BEST LUNCH
Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST MARGARITA
Garibaldi’s
337 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9801 garibaldismexican.com
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
BEST MEAL FOR THE MONEY
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
UW Wanderoos is a destination. Visit our old public school house, now bar,
Louie’s Finer Meats 2025 Superior Ave, Cumberland, WI (715) 822-4728 louiesfinermeats.com
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
UW Wanderoos is a destination. Visit our old public school house, now bar, grill & event center in rural Amery, WI for a quick bite, date night, or a fun night out. Nightly dinner specials. Happy hour Monday-Friday 4-6pm. Get Educated - Great Food - Great Drinks
FINALISTS:
Garibaldi’s 337 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9801 garibaldismexican.com
Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST OUTDOOR DINING/PATIO
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Rain, sleet or snow – our patio bar and lounge is the place to go!
FINALISTS:
The Mix Up
1301 105th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8572 mikijosmixup.com
BEST PIZZA
Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
Brickfire Pizza
Mobile Pizza Bus (715) 441-3001
bfstreetkitchens.com
FINALISTS:
Sawmill Pizza & Brew Shed
805 30th Ave, Clear Lake, WI sawmillbrewshed@gmail.com bfstreetkitchens.com
Amery Pizza Man 125 Birch St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-5100 amerypizzaman.com
BEST PLACE TO WATCH SPORTS
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217
uwwanderoos.com
Watch your favorite Sports game here. Whether in the school house bar or the Outback Bar there is plenty of room to meet up with your fellow fans.
FINALISTS:
7 Brothers Bar & Grill
107 Prentice St S, Clayton, WI (715) 948-7777
7brothersbarandgrill.com
Raising the Bar Sports Pub 458 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3545 raisingthebarsportspub.com
BEST RESTAURANT
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
What makes us the Best Restaurant? We support our community thru charity work, hosting multiple charity events, using local ingredients and bringing in local beers. Many of our items are made from scratch and we offer new items all of the time. That’s why we stand out from the rest. Visit our old publicschool house, now bar, grill & event center in rural Amery, WI for a quick bite, date night, or a fun night out. Get Educated – Great Food – Great Drinks.
FINALISTS:
Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST SALAD
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Pure-n-Simple Farm House Foods
867 US-8, Amery, WI (715) 268-6800 purensimplefood.com
BEST SMOOTHIE
Bee Well Nutrition
1062 Riverplace Mall, Amery, WI (715) 268-2002
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
BugZys Brew 709 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 607-0550 Find
(715) 268-3470 elliesicecream.com
Escape on 2nd Ave
127 2nd Ave, Clayton, WI (715) 263-2040
Find us on Facebook
BEST STEAK DINNER
Laurel Supper Club
1905 WI-64, New Richmond, WI 54017 (715) 246-5121
FINALISTS:
Indianhead Supper Club Inc
107 Indianhead Shores Dr, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 (715) 485-3359
indianheadsupperclub.com
Village Pizzeria of Amery
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
BEST SUB/SANDWICH
Jimmy John’s
924 Elden Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-5555
jimmyjohns.com
FINALISTS:
Subway
309 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9966 subway.com
BEST TACOS
Garibaldi’s
337 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9801
garibaldismexican.com
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Pure-n-Simple Farm House
Foods
867 US-8, Amery, WI (715) 268-6800 purensimplefood.com
BEST TAKE OUT RESTAURANT
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Not only good company, good food, but order our fast, fresh and friendly take out service for an easy meal option on the fly.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Bar 201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5252 Find us on Facebook
China Garden 940 Elden Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-2900 amerychinagarden.com
BEST WALLEYE DINNER
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Our Friday fish fry & Saturday evening walleye dinner comes in generous portions, grilled or deep fried in our light crispy inhouse batter. All dinners served with choice of potato, dinner roll & coleslaw.
FINALISTS:
Indianhead Supper Club Inc 107 Indianhead Shores Dr, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 (715) 485-3359 indianheadsupperclub.com
Village Pizzeria of Amery 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
Poco Loco 2109 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI (715) 483-7007 pocolocotogo.com
BEST WINE SELECTION (DINING)
Dancing Dragonfly Winery
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Thank you! We remain passionately committed to making the best wines possible, mostly from estate-grown, coldclimate grapes. Discover your favorite wine from our awardwinning lineup. Join us and start your own tradition.
FINALISTS:
UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
BEST WINE SELECTION (RETAIL) Dancing Dragonfly Winery 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
Thank you! We remain passionately committed to making the best wines possible, mostly from estate-grown, coldclimate grapes. Discover your favorite wine from our awardwinning lineup. Join us and start your own tradition.
FINALISTS: Amery Express 210 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-5872 Find us on Facebook
(715) 268-9944 Find
Health & Fitness
BEST ALTERNATIVE FITNESS
Amery Line Dancers, Amery Community Center
Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-6605 amerycommunitycenter.com
FINALISTS:
Yoga with Robin Cornell at Deronda Lutheran Church 1239 65th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 501-0336 Find us on Facebook
YogaSol 124 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI vikingirl24@gmail.com yogasolyoga.com
BEST ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
Silver Creek Herbals
162 13 1/2 - 14th Ave, Turtle Lake, WI (651) 442-4478 silvercreeksprings.com
FINALISTS:
New Beginnings Healing Center
233 105th St, Deer Park, WI (715) 808-2342 Find us on Facebook
Yoga with Robin Cornell at Deronda Lutheran Church 1239 65th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 501-0336 Find us on Facebook
BEST CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Amery Chiropractic
408 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9146 amerychiropractic.com
FINALISTS:
Northern Roots Family Spinal Care, LLC
470 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 303-7121 clearlakeuppercervical.com
Paulson Chiropractic Office 336 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2313 Find us on Facebook
BEST DENTAL HYGIENIST
Kelly Fansler, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177
amerydental.com
We are beyond grateful and humbled by your votes once again this year! At Dental Arts we strive to provide exceptional care to all our patients from the moment you walk in the door. Our dentists, hygienists and team go above and beyond to provide comprehensive care by taking multiple continuing education courses each year. This allows us to educate you on how your physical health impacts your oral health. Our goal is to continue to help you achieve your best overall health. Thank you again for your confidence in our team.
FINALISTS:
Jessica Rabe, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177
amerydental.com
BEST DENTIST
Amy Ott, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177
amerydental.com
We are beyond grateful and humbled by your votes once again this year! At Dental Arts we strive to provide exceptional care to all our patients from the moment you walk in the door. Our dentists, hygienists and team go above and beyond to provide comprehensive care by taking multiple continuing education courses each year. This allows us to educate you on how your physical health impacts your oral health. Our goal is to continue to help you achieve your best overall health. Thank you again for your confidence in our team.
FINALISTS: Tom VanSomeren, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177 amerydental.com
David Doroff, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177 amerydental.com
Kelsey Monteith, Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177 amerydental.com
Finalists: Best Place to Work (small), Best Dentist (David Doroff & Tom VanSomeren), Best Dental Hygienist (Jessica Rabe & Kelsey Monteith)
BEST DOCTOR
Dr. Courtney Dahl, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000
amerymedicalcenter.org
Amery Hospital & Clinic is humbled by all the ‘Best of’ awards and grateful to be a part of the Amery and surrounding communities. We’ve provided care since 1956 because of continued support from community members, patients and visitors. At the heart of the medical center is the medical staff, employees and volunteers. They are the heartbeat of the organization. Our employee’s compassion and dedication never fails, so congratulations to all our medical stall, employees and volunteers.
FINALISTS:
Dr. Mike Albano, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST EYE DOCTOR
Dr. Dan Satterlund, Family Eye Clinic
120 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-9010
satterlundeyeclinic.com
First of all, we thank the community for voting for us! It is an honor that our patients put their trust in us for all their eye care needs. Come to Family Eye Clinic for all your vision needs. We carry a wide variety of brands such as Oakley, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Fossil, Kate Spade, and Al Linder’s new brand called Wavy.
FINALISTS:
Dr. Mary Ann Scoglio, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 healthpartners.com/care/ hospitals/amery
Bryce Christopherson, Christopherson Eye Clinic 341 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-2020 christophersoneyeclinic.com
Associated Eye Care 525 N Knowles Ave, Suite 200, New Richmond, WI (651) 275-3000 associatedeyecare.com
BEST GYM/FITNESS CENTER
Amery Fitness Center, Amery Hospital & Clinic
220 N Keller Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-0110
amerymedicalcenter.org
The staff at the Fitness Center takes great pride in providing quality services for you and your family. Helping you meet your personal fitness goals and guiding you toward success is our goal.
We all know an active and healthy lifestyle takes a lot of hard work and dedication. Sometimes you need reassurance and guidancethat’s why we’re here.
FINALISTS:
Sunshine Community Fitness Center of Amery 571 WI-46, Amery, WI (888) 722-1968
sunshinecommunityfitnesscenter. com
Center of Clear
560 5th St, Clear Lake, WI (888) 722-1968 sunshinecommunityfitnesscenter. com
BEST HEALTHCARE FACILITY
Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000
amerymedicalcenter.org
Amery Hospital & Clinic is humbled by all the ‘Best of’ awards and grateful to be a part of the Amery and surrounding communities. We’ve provided care since 1956 because of continued support from community members, patients and visitors. At the heart of the medical center is the medical staff, employees and volunteers. They are the heartbeat of the organization. Our employee’s compassion and dedication never fails, so congratulations to all our medical stall, employees and volunteers.
FINALISTS:
St. Croix Health
235 E State St, St Croix Falls, WI (715) 483-3261
saintcroixhealth.org
Westfields Hospital 535 Hospital Rd, New Richmond, WI (715) 243-2600 healthpartners.com/care/ hospitals/westfields/
BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST
Tracy Hovde, Highland Healing Arts
162 US-8, Turtle Lake, WI (763) 218-3310
highlandhealingarts.com
FINALISTS:
Gosso-Brown Therapeutic Massage 406 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-6200
BEST MENTAL WELLNESS
Miranda Fassbender, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
Amery Hospital & Clinic is humbled by all the ‘Best of’ awards and grateful to be a part of the Amery and surrounding communities. We’ve provided care since 1956 because of continued support from community members, patients and visitors. At the heart of the medical center is the medical staff, employees and volunteers. They are the heartbeat of the organization. Our employee’s compassion and dedication never fails, so congratulations to all our medical stall, employees and volunteers.
FINALISTS:
Dr. Jon Platson, Inner Peak Counseling and Consulting LLC
203 Riverside Blvd, Amery, WI (715) 994-2776 innerpeakcounseling.com
Healing Ways, Natalie Trudeau 217 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7172 healingways-natalie.abmp. com
Dr. Ronda Davis, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST NURSE
Chayse Green, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
Amery Hospital & Clinic is humbled by all the ‘Best of’ awards and grateful to be a part of the Amery and surrounding communities. We’ve provided care since 1956 because of continued support from community members, patients and visitors. At the heart of the medical center is the medical staff, employees and volunteers. They are the heartbeat of the organization. Our employee’s compassion and dedication never fails, so congratulations to all our medical stall, employees and volunteers.
FINALISTS:
Keli Ash, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
Kari Clark, Amery Hospital & Clinic
265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST PHARMACIST
Matt Johnson, Chet Johnson Drug
204 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-8121 chetjohnsondrug.com
FINALISTS: Nicole Sheldon, Chet Johnson Drug
204 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-8121 chetjohnsondrug.com
(715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Emily Monson, Clear Lake Physical Therapy
417 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4103
clearlakept.net
FINALISTS:
Tony Gould, Amery Hospital & Clinic
230 Deronda St, Amery, WI (715) 268-0175 amerymedicalcenter.org
Local
Nate Olson, Amery Fitness Center
220 N Keller Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-0110 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST CAMPGROUND
Clear Lake Park
Clear Lake, WI
FINALISTS:
DN Campground
956 165th Ave, Balsam Lake, WI (715) 268-8980 dncampground.com
Port Valhalla 794 100th St, Amery, WI (715) 781-2944 port-valhalla-campground. com
BEST CHURCH/PLACE TO WORSHIP
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
217 Deronda St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7290 oslcamery.org
FINALISTS:
United Covenant Church
348 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2665 unitedcovchurch.org
BEST FARM
Friendshuh Farms
397 75th St, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3967
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FINALISTS:
J C Croes Farms LLC 2264 200th St, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5201 Find us on Facebook
Minglewood Inc 60 105th St, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5200 minglewoodinc.com
BEST HISTORICAL BUILDING/SPOT
Polk County Museum
120 W Main St, Balsam Lake, WI (715) 485-9269 polkcountymuseum.com
FINALISTS:
Clear Lake Bandstand 99 2nd Ave, Clear Lake, WI
BEST LIBRARY
Amery Area Public Library
104 W Maple St, Amery, WI (715) 268-9340 amerylibrary.org
FINALISTS:
Clear Lake Public Library
350 4th Ave, Clear Lake, WII (715) 263-2802 clearlakelibrary.org
Journey Church 131 Broadway St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-2223 journeychurch.city
Deer Park Public Library 112 Front St W, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5464 deerparkpl.org
BEST MANUFACTURER
Cardinal LG Amery
250 Grifiin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8111 cardinalcorp.com
Safety, training, and acknowledging the hard work of our team members has always been a top priority for us. All of our team members are eligible for incentives, prizes, bonuses, and the utmost appreciation for their day-to-day efforts. Full time new hires are offered a competitive starting rate, world class benefits, and a Rewards & Recognition Program. We’re always hiring! Contact us for a “Shatterproof” career in manufacturing.
FINALISTS: SMC Ltd
9000 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8662 smcltd.com
P31 Boutique 1074 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI
BEST NEW AREA BUSINESS
BugZys Brew
709 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 607-0550
Find us on Facebook
I am so thankful for everyone who voted and supports this Gramma-owned small business “BugZys Brew”. The best part of this journey has been all the wonderful people I interact with everyday in our community. The encouragement and support has been amazing. Thank you from the bottom to the top of my heart. I look forward to serving everyone a tasty coffee, smoothie, lemonade or Italian soda with great customer service. God Bless.
FINALISTS:
Deer’s Coffee Shack
201 Main St N, Deer Park, WI deerscoffeeshack@gmail.com Find us on Facebook
Glowing Embers 100 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 825-7878 glowingembers.net
BEST PLACE TO GET MARRIED
The Mumm Barn
944 40th St, Clayton, WI (715) 641-2419 themummbarn.com
FINALISTS:
Amery Ale Works
588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
Weddings at the Shed 1343 50th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 554-1247 shedweddings.com
BEST PLACE TO TAKE VISITORS Amery Ale Works
588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
FINALISTS:
Sawmill Pizza & Brew Shed 805 30th Ave, Clear Lake, WI sawmillbrewshed@gmail.com Find us on Facebook
Ellie’s Ice Cream & Coffee 204 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-3470 elliesicecream.com
BEST PLACE TO WORK, LARGE Golden Age Manor
220 Scholl St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7107 goldenagemanor.com
Thank you for voting for Golden Age Manor as the Best Nursing Home in Amery and the Best Place to Work >50 employees! We are honored and are proud to continue to provide the best care to our residents of Polk County and the surrounding areas.
FINALISTS:
Kwik Trip
855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2005 kwiktrip.com
Amery Hospital & Clinic 265 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8000 amerymedicalcenter.org
BEST PLACE TO WORK, SMALL
UW Wanderoos
1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
UW Wanderoos is a destination.
Visit our old public school house, now bar, grill & event center in rural Amery, WI for a quick bite, date night, or a fun night out. Nightly dinner specials. Happy hour Monday-Friday 4-6pm. Get Educated - Great Food - Great Drinks
FINALISTS: Dental Arts
404 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-7177 amerydental.com
BEST STOREFRONT
Northern Style & Co
215 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 296-0078
northernstyleco.com
FINALISTS:
B’s Stop In Shop
103 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 914-8119
Find us on Facebook
P31 Boutique 1074 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI
BEST WEBSITE (LOCAL)
Northern Style & Co
215 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 296-0078 northernstyleco.com
FINALISTS: Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
School District of Amery 543 Minneapolis Ave S., Amery, WI (715) 268-9771 amerysd.k12.wi.us
Services
BEST ACCOUNTANT
Dirk Prindle, CarlsonSV
301 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 954-4995 carlsonsv.com
Thank you for voting for me. Your continued support of myself and the rest of the CarlsonSV staff is appreciated and welcomed. We love working with our clients to provide them with the best results possible. Thank you again for your support!
FINALISTS:
Kyle D Overby LLC Amery, Clear Lake, St. Croix Falls (715) 268-2711 kdoaccounting.com
School District of Amery 543 Minneapolis Ave S., Amery, WI (715) 268-9771 amerysd.k12.wi.us
BEST AUTO BODY SHOP
Jim’s Auto Repair
762 160th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-2917
“Jim is one of the nicest guys around and offers a great service. My family and I trust him with our auto needs.”
FINALISTS:
Kuhn’s Auto Service
420 45th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4010 kuhnsautoservice.com
Gary’s Repair 1048 30th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-2450
BEST BAKER/CAKE/CUPCAKE ARTIST
Andrea Yuhas
FINALISTS:
Eat Your Heart Out Creations BelleMarie Bakery
BEST BANK TELLER
Brenda Utgard, Bremer Bank
102 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-7161 bremer.com
As a Consumer Banker/Teller at Bremer Bank, I enjoy working with our customers, and greeting everyone with a cherry “Hello” and a smile. Getting to know our customers on a personal level is a value of mine, because it allows our relationship to develop even deeper. My goal is to share my expertise and ultimately help you all reach your financial goals. Thank you to the Amery community for voting me Best Teller.
FINALISTS: Micah Dietrich, WESTconsin Credit Union 1060 Cornwall Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8127 westconsincu.org
Safety, training, and acknowledging the hard work of our team members has been a top priority for us this year. All of our team members are eligible for incentives, prizes, bonuses, and the utmost appreciation for their day-to-day efforts. Full time new hires are offered a competitive starting rate, world class benefits, and a Rewards & Recognition Program. If you’re interested, please go to https://www.indeed.com/job/entry-level-production-opportunity-advancementd9588a5b4aa8b0ca or apply in person at
BEST BANK/FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
WESTconsin Credit Union
1060 Cornwall Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-8127
westconsincu.org
Making banking easy!
We’ve been a big part of your community for more than 80 years. And together, we’ve seen a lot! We’re WESTconsin Credit Union, and we’re here for you. After all, this is our community too! This is where we live, work, and raise our families. We’re available whenever you need us—online, over the phone, or at our offices.
FINALISTS:
Pillar Bank
327 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3500 pillar.bank
Bremer Bank 102 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-7161 bremer.com
BEST BARTENDER
Colette Casarez, Birch Street Bar
117 Birch St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-8922
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
McKenzie Gamache, The Mix Up 1301 105th Ave, Amery, WII (715) 268-8572 mixupbars.com
Amy Hoag, UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
BEST CAR WASH Kwik Trip
855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI kwiktrip.com
FINALISTS:
Amery Ultra Car Wash 217 Harriman Ave S, Amery, WI
Clear Lake Car Wash 520 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI
BEST CARPENTRY COMPANY
Shepherd Construction
FINALISTS:
Hard Decks Wuellner Construction
BEST CASHIER
Julie Frost, Dick’s Fresh Market
1050 Riverplace Mall, Amery, WI (715) 268-7513 dicksfreshmarket.com
FINALISTS: Audrey Nelson, CR Convenience 960 S Ave W, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3444 Find us on Facebook
Shirley Slayton, Dick’s Fresh Market/Amery Express 1050 Riverplace Mall, Amery, WI 210 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI
BEST CHILDCARE
Clubhouse Childcare, School District of Amery
543 Minneapolis Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9771 amerysd.k12.wi.us
FINALISTS:
Mariann’s Little Lambs
436 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-4946
BEST CLEANING SERVICE
April Fresh Cleaning Amery, WI 715-768-0349 aprilfreshcleans.com
FINALISTS:
Domestic Divas Clear Lake, WI (715)-600-3886 cldomesticdivas.com
Josie Ludovico
BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE
Clear Lake True Value
530 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2375 stores.truevalue.com/wi/ clear-lake/197/ At Clear Lake True Value, our customers are our first priority. Making sure each and every customer feels welcomed and important is our goal. Regardless of the question, someone is always near by to assist with the answers. Our employees are ready to help.
FINALISTS:
B’s Stop in Shop 103 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 914-8119 Find us on Facebook
Amery Memory Care 215 Birch St W, Amery, WI (715) 268-4800 amerymemorycare.com
BEST DISC JOCKEY
Kar Jackers Entertainment
2725 County Rd Q, Clear Lake, WI (715) 338-1301 karjackers.com
FINALISTS: Dave Corbett Drunken Lullabies Entertainment
BEST ELECTRICIAN
Van’s Electric
303 Harriman Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-2264
FINALISTS: Curt’s Electric 335 Prentice St S, Clayton, WI (715) 948-4110
JETA Electric 408 WI-46, Amery, WI (715) 441-5440 jetaelectric.com
BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER
Jose Alvarez, Bremer Investments
102 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-7161 bremer.com
With 10 years in the Army and being raised by farmers, I offer a unique take on financial planning. Growing up here and owning my own beef operation, I really understand the financial needs of local business owners, farmers, and those with government benefits. My local connections and hands-on experience help me create personalized financial plans that will help support your long-term happiness and financial freedom.
FINALISTS:
Clayton Bears Club 236 Polk Ave W, Clayton, WI 715-948-2163 ext. 511 claytonsd.k12.wi.us
Kyle Overby, Overby Financial Services Amery, Clear Lake, St. Croix Falls (715) 268-2711 kdoaccounting.com
Eric Morrissey, Edward Jones 960 Elden Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-4106 edwardjones.com
BEST GAS STATION Kwik Trip
855 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-2005 kwiktrip.com
FINALISTS:
Clayton BP 110 US Hwy 63, Clayton, WI (715) 948-4252
Find us on Facebook
CR Convenience 960 S Ave W, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3444
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BEST HAIR STYLIST/BARBER
Cindy Prellwitz, Northern Style & Co
215 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 296-0078 northernstyleco.com
FINALISTS:
Angela Harris, CB Styles 510 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3440 Find us on Facebook
Elijah Sjogren, The Barbershop 126 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-2225
Find us on Facebook
BEST HANDYMAN
Dan Lundgren
FINALISTS:
Bob Wuellner
Jeremiah Smith
BEST HEATING/AC COMPANY
Royal Flush Plumbing & Heating
1461 90th Ave B, Amery, WI (715) 268-6565 royalflushpandh.com
Thank you for choosing our small family business as your favorite Plumbing & HVAC contractor. We have worked hard since opening in 2010 to meet and exceed your need and look forward to servicing you for many more years.
FINALISTS: Countryside Plumbing & Heating 321 Wisconsin Dr, New Richmond, WI (715) 246-2660 countrysideph.com
Custom HVAC Solutions LLC 2025 110th St, New Richmond, WI (715) 246-3336
BEST INSURANCE
Schanon, American Family Insurance 219 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-9211 amfam.com/agents/wisconsin/amery/james-schanon FINALISTS: Erik Hellie, Noah Insurance Group 234 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-6624 noahinsurancegroup.com
305 Baker St W, Amery, WI (715) 268-6183 scottstotalyard.com FINALISTS:
Landscaping Services 680 S Shore Dr, Amery, WI (715) 222-6848 meyerlandscapingservices. com
Christensen, Noah
Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-6624 noahinsurancegroup.com
clydealleylandscaping.com
BEST LAWYER
Adam Jarchow
360 4th St, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4200 jarchowlaw.com
FINALISTS:
Bryan Byrnes 123 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-5000
Find us on Facebook
Jason Whitley 314 Keller Ave N, Suite 200, Amery, WI (715) 268-6130 amerylaw.com
BEST MECHANIC
Jim’s Auto Repair
762 160th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-2917
“Jim is one of the nicest guys around and offers a great service. My family and I trust him with our auto needs.”
FINALISTS:
Jeffrey Kuhn, Kuhn’s Auto Service
420 45th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4010 kuhnsautoservice.com
Chad Kirk, Gary’s Repair 1048 30th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-2450
BEST MORTGAGE LENDER
Scott Prindle, loanDepot
245C S Knowles Ave, New Richmond, WI (715) 903-6701
loanDepot.com/sprindle
I am honored to receive the best mortgage lender in the area award. I was instilled at a young age to work hard, treat people with respect and be honest. I carry those same principles today as a mortgage lender. My customers are like family to me. I pride myself on being available 24/7, being responsive and working to get my clients the best possible terms.
I love my job and look forward to serving the needs of this area for decades to come.
FINALISTS: WESTconsin Credit Union Isaac Christenson, Pillar Bank
BEST NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Arnell Memorial Humane Society
185 Griffin St E, Amery, WI (715) 268-7387 arnellhumane.org
FINALISTS:
Halo’s of the St. Croix Valley 207 S Knowles Ave, New Richmond, WI (866) 411-4256 halosofthestcroixvalley.org
Dominic’s Light (715) 226-0483 dominicslight.org
BEST NURSING HOME/SENIOR LIVING
Golden Age Manor
220 Scholl St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7107
goldenagemanor.com
Thank you for voting for Golden Age Manor as the Best Nursing Home in Amery and the Best Place to Work >50 employees! We are honored and are proud to continue to provide the best care to our residents of Polk County and the surrounding areas.
FINALISTS:
Amery Memory Care
215 Birch St W, Amery, W (715) 268-4800 amerymemorycare.com
Evergreen Village Congregate 611 Harriman Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-6640 ameryhousingauthority.org/ evergreen-village
BEST OIL CHANGE
ATR Auto Experts
540 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3067 autotruckrepairmn.com/clear-lake-wi
FINALISTS:
Gary’s Repair 1048 30th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-2450
Krug’s Auto Repair LLC 120 Main St S, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5136 krugsauto.com
BEST PAINT STORE
Clear
Lake True Value
530 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2375 stores.truevalue.com/wi/ clear-lake/197/
Thank you for voting for us as the best place to buy paint! At Clear Lake True Value, our customers are number one. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff takes the time to make sure our customers get the advice they need; whether it’s picking a paint color or how to get a project done. We sell Valspar paint and Cabot stain.
FINALISTS:
Amery Farm and Home Hardware 1080 River Place Mall, Amery, WI (715) 268-7170
Menards 1285 208th St, St Croix Falls, WI (715) 483-5000 menards.com
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BEST PET BOARDER
Black Brook Boarding Kennels
439 90th St, Clear Lake, WI (715) 222-4098
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
Lupine Kennels Boarding & Grooming
880 155th St, Amery, WI (651) 208-5954 lupinekennels.com
Little Acres Pet Grooming & Boarding 1843 170th Ave, Centuria, WI (715) 501-0806
Find us on Facebook
BEST PET GROOMER
Lupine Kennels Boarding & Grooming
880 155th St, Amery, WI (651) 208-5954 lupinekennels.com
FINALISTS:
Center Stage Grooming 485 10th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 523-0119 centerstagegrooming.com
Layla B’s Pet Grooming 527 10th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 688-9851 Find us on Facebook
BEST PHOTOGRAPHER
Todd Ellefson, 8:28 Media (651) 983-5203 8twenty8Media.com
FINALISTS: Cahill Studios of Photography 843 WI-46, Amery, WI (715) 268-9363 cahillphotostudio.com
Joey Monson-Lillie Photography 418 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2242 joeymonsonlillie.com
BEST PLUMBER
Royal Flush Plumbing & Heating
1461 90th Ave B, Amery, WI (715) 268-6565 royalflushpandh.com
Thank you for choosing our small family business as your favorite Plumbing & HVAC contractor. We have worked hard since opening in 2010 to meet and exceed your need and look forward to servicing you for many more years.
FINALISTS:
Countryside Plumbing & Heating
321 Wisconsin Dr, New Richmond, WI (715) 246-2660 countrysideph.com
BEST PORTA
Shawn Monson, The Plumber 249 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3017 Find us on Facebook
POTTY SERVICE
Toombs Septic Services LLC
607 60th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4333 toombssepticservices.com
With over 20 years of experience in the industry, our familyowned and operated business has established a reputation for providing top-notch customer service and quality work. We are proud to serve the residents of Polk, Barron, St. Croix, Burnett, Washburn, Pierce, and Rusk Counties. Our team is dedicated to delivering the best possible solutions to keep your septic system functioning smoothly. A huge THANK YOU to all our customers for trusting us with your septic needs. We’re here because of you!
FINALISTS:
Raska Sewer Service 93 WI-35, Osceola, WI (715) 755-4888 raskasewerservice.com
El Stinko 414 State Rd 35, Milltown, WI 715-825-5464 elstinkotoilets.com
BEST REALTOR
Shelley Austadm, eXp Realty
757 70th Ave, Amery, WI (651) 271-6085 tomhartmannrealestate.com
FINALISTS: Garrett Gorres, Compass Realty
638 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9442 compassrealtywi.com
Alison Blanchard, Compass Realty 638 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9442 compassrealtywi.com
BEST SELF STORAGE
Clear Lake Self Storage
301 Hwy 63, Clear Lake, WI (715) 577-0960 Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS: Amery Mini Storage 1098 Riverplace Mall, Amery, WI (715) 234-9118
ELM Storage 1356 80th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-8720
BEST SIGN/GRAPHICS BUSINESS
Sign-Xpress
1991 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI (715) 483-9933
sign-xpress.net
FINALISTS:
Clear Choice Printing
215 Power St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7295
Jamison Sign & Design Amery, WI (715) 220-6786
BEST TATTOO ARTIST
Darren Hose, Crimson Heart Designs
162 13 1/2 - 14th Ave, Turtle Lake, WI (715) 986-4192 crimsonheartdesigns.com
FINALISTS:
Anna Carlson, Crimson Heart Designs
162 13 1/2 - 14th Ave, Turtle Lake, WI (715) 986-4192 crimsonheartdesigns.com
Maraya Anderson, Crimson Heart Designs
162 13 1/2 - 14th Ave, Turtle Lake, WI (715) 986-4192 crimsonheartdesigns.com
BEST TIRE SHOP
Krug’s Auto Repair LLC
120 Main St S, Deer Park, WI (715) 269-5136 krugsauto.com
FINALISTS:
Kuhn’s Auto Service
420 45th Ave, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-4010 kuhnsautoservice.com
ATR Auto Experts 540 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-3067 autotruckrepairmn.com/ clear-lake-wi
BEST TREE/STUMP GRINDING
Saginaw Landscaping & Tree Services
564 Apple Ave, Amery, WI (612) 207-8460 Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
Johnson Strump Grinding 966 85th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 491-0097 or (715) 2682409 Find us on Facebook
Branch Out Tree Service 103 W 1st St, Dresser, WI (800) 713-8763 webranchout.com
BEST VETERINARIAN
Northwest Wisconsin Veterinary Services 949 WI-46, Amery, WI (715) 268-6226 northwestwisconsinveterinary.com
FINALISTS:
Clayton Veterinary Care 123 US-63, Clayton, WI (715) 948-2971 Find us on Facebook
BEST WEDDING VENUE
The Mumm Barn
944 40th St, Clayton, WI (715) 641-2419 themummbarn.com
FINALISTS:
Oehme Oasis Wedding & Events
2021 WI-46, New Richmond, WI (651) 300-2402 oehmeoasis.com
Weddings at the Shed 1343 50th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 554-1247 shedweddings.com
Shopping
BEST ANTIQUE SHOP
ACME JUNK Co.
201 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-5865 Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS:
PhyllBea’s 845 WI-46, Amery, WI (612) 720-6092 phyllbeasofamery.com
Ruby Mae’s Treasures 111 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-4090 Find us on Facebook
BEST BOUTIQUE
Bittersweet Homestead Boutique
320 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 598-8393 trendytimelessshop.com
Kim and Dave are grateful for all the love and support they have received as they have remodeled and opened the new Bittersweet homestead, crafted with a vision to continue delivering the most unique shopping experience of New, Vintage and Hand-Crafted Items. Serving both the local community and as a destination for family and friends. Our boutique offers a shopping experience unlike any other! We hope you find as much joy in “Our Happy Place” as we do.
FINALISTS:
Bowman Leather Goods & More
121 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-4045 Find us on Facebook
Northern Style & Co 215 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 296-0078 northernstyleco.com
BEST BUTCHER
Cain’s Processing LLC
449 115th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 948-6328 cainsprocessing.com
FINALISTS:
New Richmond Veterinary Clinic 1656 Dorset Ln # 300, New Richmond, WI (715) 246-4800 nrvetclinic.com
BEST WAITER/WAITRESS
Christina Sellers, Village Pizzeria
325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
FINALISTS: Amy Hoag, UW Wanderoos 1629 70th Ave, Amery, WI (715) 268-9217 uwwanderoos.com
BEST GROCERY STORE
Aldi
1737 Dorset Ln, New Richmond, WI (833) 472-7046
aldi.us
FINALISTS:
Dick’s Fresh Market 1050 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI (715) 268-7513 dicksfreshmarket.com
Nilssen’s Market 265 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2513 nilssensfoods.com
BEST HARDWARE STORE
Clear Lake True Value
530 3rd Ave NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2375 stores.truevalue.com/wi/ clear-lake/197/
Thank you for voting for us as the best place to buy paint! At Clear Lake True Value, our customers are number one. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff takes the time to make sure our customers get the advice they need; whether it’s picking a paint color or how to get a project done. We sell Valspar paint and Cabot stain.
FINALISTS: Amery Farm and Home Hardware
1080 River Place Mall, Amery, WI (715) 268-7170 Find us on Facebook
Balsam Lake Hardware & Rental 907 Frontage Rd, Balsam Lake, WI (715) 485-3267 balsamlakehardware.com
BEST LIQUOR STORE
Amery Discount Liquor
1020 Riverplace Dr, Amery, WI (715) 268-9944
Find us on Facebook
FINALISTS: Amery Express/Hometown Liquor
210 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-5872 Find us on Facebook
Clayton BP 110 US-63, Clayton, WI (715) 948-4252 Find us on Facebook
BEST LOCALLY MADE PRODUCT Amery Ale Works
588 115th St, Amery, WI (715) 268-5226 ameryaleworks.com
FINALISTS: Bowman Leather Goods & More
121 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-4045
Find us on Facebook
Nilssen’s Market 265 5th St NW, Clear Lake, WI (715) 263-2513 nilssensfoods.com
Amery Meat Market 116 Central St, Amery, WI (715) 268-7515 amerymeatmarket.com
BEST FLORIST GREENHOUSE/NURSERY
Stems from the Heart Floral & Gifts
402 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 268-9000 stemsfromtheheart.com
320 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI (715) 598-8393 trendytimelessshop.com
Mandy Selle, Village Pizzeria 325 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-7010 villagepizzeriaofamery.com
Our customers love us because we always deliver the freshest blooms on time. It’s because we have the very best drivers who know the ins and outs of Amery and the surrounding areas.
FINALISTS:
Bergmann’s Greenhouses 902 W Clayton Ave, Clayton, WI (715) 948-2921 Find us on Facebook
Dragonfly Gardens 491 WI-46, Amery, WI (715) 268-7660 dragonflygardens.net
Kim and Dave are grateful for all the love and support they have received as they have remodeled and opened the new Bittersweet homestead, crafted with a vision to continue delivering the most unique shopping experience of New, Vintage and Hand-Crafted Items. Serving both the local community and as a destination for family and friends. Our boutique offers a shopping experience unlike any other! We hope you find as much joy in “Our Happy Place” as we do.
FINALISTS:
B’s Stop in Shop 103 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 914-8119 Find us on Facebook
Chet Johnson Drug 204 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI (715) 268-8121 chetjohnsondrug.com
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