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FOR DR. PETER EMANUEL, THE PATIENTS ALWAYS COME FIRST. As director of the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Dr. Emanuel works tirelessly to ensure that Arkansans receive the highest quality cancer care and that research programs strive continually to seek new and better therapies for the future. On top of these responsibilities, he also provides expert and compassionate care for many patients with blood cancers and disorders and is internationally recognized for treating both pediatric and adult forms of leukemia. This commitment to the cancer care of all Arkansans has earned him the spot as AY’s Best Oncologist for 2018.
Congratulations, Dr. Emanuel, for this well-deserved honor!
BEST ONCOLOGIST Peter Emanuel, M.D. Director, Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 501-296-1200
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Best Marine/Boat Dealer
Gregg Orr Marine Hot Springs 4903 Central Ave. Hot Springs, AR (501) 525-1818
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BEST COSMETIC SURGEON 2003-2018
A very special thank you to AY readers for voting Dr. Suzanne Yee as Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Central Arkansas for 16 years in a row!
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LUNCH TOURS Gather friends and family to visit Moss Mountain Farm. Tour the abundant gardens and Allen’s private home, then sit down to a garden-to-table dining experience featuring recipes selected from Allen’s best-selling cookbook, Seasonal Recipes from the Garden.
MOSS MOUNTAIN FARM
IN ROLAND, ARKANSAS
Thursdays & Fridays May - June $96.75 PER PERSON ( All applicable taxes included)
Space is limited. Visit www.PAllenSmith.com, email gardenhome@pallensmith.com or call 501.519.5793 to make your reservation! 32 . MAY 2018
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Since opening one year ago, The Waters hotel and The Avenue restaurant have garnered rave reviews and raving fans. We are proud that both have been named AY’s Best of 2018! Many thanks to our guests who voted for us and especially to our team. It’s their awardwinning efforts every day that exceed our guests’ expectations and delight our diners. We hope to see you soon. To save 10% on your next week-day stay or dinner, simply mention this ad when you call for reservations at either The Waters or The Avenue.
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T hank You
Wilkinson’s Mall
Featuring Arkansas’ Largest Shoe, Boot, and Sock Store
for voting us the #1 BEST OF THE BEST!
By God’s grace we are blessed with the best customers, managers and about fifty employees who are responsible for us to receive this award.
Footwear • Apparel • Accessories Over 200 Brands for the Family No voicemail - Old School Customer Service
Free Gift Wrapping
2 Blocks South of Hendrix College • Conway • 1212 Harrison St. wilkinsonsmall.com • 501-329-SHOE (7463) 36 . MAY 2018
Central Arkansas’ Premier Summer Arts and Technology Program
JULY 9-13 AND JULY 16-20 Morning and afternoon sessions are available. Students may choose to attend part of the day or all day. Programs are for rising sixth graders through high school seniors. CHARTS Academy is a two-week summer program designed for sixth to twelfth grade students who want to engage the arts, humanities, and technology. Classes are taught by experienced college faculty, many of whom are nationally known in their field. The CHARTS building is equipped with a theater, black box theater, art studios, art gallery, performance/dance studio, music rooms, and state-of-the-art classroom technology – the perfect place for summer learning!
CLASSES OFFERED
Dance Your Way to Broadway! Acting for Camera and Stage The Voice: Sing Your Way to Broadway! Video Game Design Advanced Video Game Design Creating Characters with Makeup and Costumes Superheroes on Film Creative Writing Workshop Vocal Technique
Advanced Vocal Technique The Study of the Undead and Supernatural Digital Photography Manga and Comic Character Design Create a Graphic Novel The Art of Paper Introduction to Dance Film Advanced Film
$200 for two weeks of half days (morning or afternoon sessions) OR $400 for two weeks of full days (both morning and afternoon sessions) A non-refundable deposit of $50 is due with each application.
Application and full payment deadline: JUNE 19, 2018. FOR FULL CLASS DESCRIPTIONS AND TO REGISTER ONLINE, VISIT: PULASKITECH.EDU/CHARTS_ACADEMY 3000 West Scenic Drive • North Little Rock, AR 72118
Explore. Dream. Discover.
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College provides access to high-quality education that promotes student learning and enables individuals to develop to their fullest potential.
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Best of Central Arkansas for Gym & Trainer! • Full-service gym • 24 hour access • Experienced trainers • Fitness classes PERSONAL TRAINING
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Thank you for voting Sissy's Log Cabin Best Jeweler!
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BEST MAKEUP ARTISTS BEST MAKEUP ARTISTS
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BEST OF 2018 ! WE COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU. Voted one of AY’s Best Chinese Restaurants in Central AR
TH REE FOLD NOODLES + DU M PLING CO.®
New ‘Queen of Hawai’i Cocktail
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This spring enjoy incredible craft new cocktails, delicious spring/summer wines and seasonal beers with our tasty burger and dessert specials featuring locally grown produce and proteins.
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WEST LITTLE ROCK
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BEST MEXICAN • BEST MARGARITAS • BEST CHEESE DIP 501-868-7333 • 5507 Ranch Drive #1 • Little Rock, Arkansas 501-223-8588 • 12111 W Markham Street #450 • Little Rock, Arkansas elportonmexicanrestaurants.com
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Good with purchase of 2 adult meals, MondayThursday only, not valid with any other offers. Expires July 31, 2018.
BEST CHEESE DIP • BEST MEXICAN • BEST MARGARITAS
CELEBRATING OUR BIRTHDAY MONTH WITH Arkansas Strawberry Mojitos (AND the biggest street party in town!)
Join us this May for a tasty Arkansas-grown twist on your favorite frozen Mojito. And don't miss our epic
2nd Annual Cinco de Heights street party on May 5th. Andele!
Cinco De Heights | May 5th | 11am - 4pm heights taco & tamale co. | 5600 kavanaugh blvd | @heightstaco | #heightstaco
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501.508.5088 • cleaneaterylr.com Macro nutrition based portions, Non GMO and Fresh delivery daily. A New Menu weekly with optional Paleo, Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian and Pegan Friendly Options to fit all sorts of needs.
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LOCAL LIME
Every month our chefs and mixologists create something new, delicious, and seaonally inspired. Join us for incredible new spring specials today.
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Part vision. Part commitment. Thank you for voting us Best Hospital and so much more. We appreciate your support! Best Hospital Best Cardiologists: Dr. Vasili Lendel & Dr. David Mego Best Vein Treatment Center Best Nutritionist: Jennifer Burnett, Bariatric & Metabolic Institute
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Thanks for letting our family serve your family!
LITTLE ROCK Main St. / (501) 246-5451 Chenal / (501) 821-2300 N. Rodney Parham Rd. (501) 223-2224 Otter Creek / (501) 455-1900 CONWAY Hogan Lane / (501) 328-3282 JACKSONVILLE S. James St. / 501-983-4249
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BELLA VISTA Mercy Way / (479) 876-6200 BRYANT N. Reynolds Rd. / (501) 481-8964
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US “BEST PHARMACY” IN ARKANSAS!
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Sculpsure: New Technology Reduces Fat Without Surgery At Sei Bella Med Spa, Little Rock’s premier medical spa, we offer some of the least invasive services proven to provide lasting results. Call us today to schedule your appointment for better health, wellness and beauty.
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— Anne R. Trussell, M.D. Owner, Sei Bella Med Spa
TRUSTED UROLOGY CARE Dr. John Brizzolara
Dr. John Brizzolara is a nationally recognized expert in the diseases and disorders of the urinary system, and we’re proud to have him at Saline Health System. Congratulations, Dr. Brizzolara! (501) 574-7960 | 5 Medical Park Drive, Ste GL2 | Benton 52 . MAY 2018
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AY’s BEST REALTOR 2018
CHASE RACKLEY RackleyTeam.com
Congratulations
Rachel Sims! BEST NURSE
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Chase Rackley / Realtor® Call/Txt : 501.519.4889 Rackley Team | iRealty Arkansas 8201 Cantrell Rd, Suite 235, Little Rock, AR AYMAG.COM . 53
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Thank you for all the votes! Call and find out why Blackmon Auctions has been voted as the
BEST IN ARKANSAS FOR 30 YEARS.
For 80 years, Better Auctions have always been Blackmon Auctions.
Best of
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Thomas Blackmon President Blackmon Auctions 501-352-4702 blackmonauctions.com
Upscale hop with down home comfort. 322 Main Street, Little Rock | 501.379.8019 www.samstap.com
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Voted Arkansas’s BEST Wedding Planner
(501) 249-9665 | MaryLewisEvents.com | 58 . MAY 2018
Mary Lewis Events
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BRINKLEY, ARKANSAS Appointment required. Please call 870-734-3244 and visit lowsbridal.com
Thank you to our brides and their families and friends who voted for us!
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Thank you Arkansas for voting
Radiology Consultants as having the
Best Radiologists in Central Arkansas! It’s been our privilege to serve the people of Arkansas for over 58 Years!
ra d i o l o g y CONSULTANTS Medical Towers #1, 11th Floor 9601 Baptist Health Drive Little Rock, AR 72205 501.227.5240 www.radconlittlerock.com
Thank You for the Votes!
The Blackmon family and staff want to give a special thanks to our patients who have allowed us to serve you with your health needs through two generations.
Dr. Chet and Pat Dr. Chris and Heather
Blackmon Chiropractic Clinic • 7000 Cantrell • Little Rock, AR 72207 • 501-663-4101 60 . MAY 2018
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A N HONOR WE’RE PROUD TO SHARE.
At Dover Dixon Horne, we know that we owe our success to our exceptional clients, friends and family. So when we were chosen by AY readers as one of the best law firms in Arkansas, we just had to say,
THANK YOU. WE COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU.
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Thank you! FOR VOTING US BEST BANK If you haven’t experienced Arvest yet, we invite you to switch by visiting any of our nearby locations today.
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Congratulations Dr. Hefley and Dr. Stewart!
Jason G. Stewart, M.D.
William F. Hefley, Jr., M.D.
Congratulations to Dr. Hefley and Dr. Stewart for being ranked among AY Magazine’s Best Orthopedic Surgeons in Central Arkansas. With over 50 years of experience between them, Dr. Hefley and Dr. Stewart have improved the lives of countless patients in Central Arkansas. From patients suffering from joint pain to athletes with acute sports injuries, they have seen and treated it all. Dr. Hefley, Dr. Stewart, and rest of our incredible team are dedicated to restoring quality of life to all of our patients. That’s why year after year our surgeons are ranked among the best in their respective specialties in Arkansas, and beyond. If you or a loved one suffers from bone or joint pain of the hand, elbow, foot, ankle, knee, hip, or shoulder, call today to schedule an appointment with a surgeon at Bowen Hefley Orthopedics. Return to a more pain free and active lifestyle with help from the best of the best!
THE BEST SURGEONS. THE BEST TREATMENT.
ALL FOCUSED ON YOU. www.bowenhefleyortho.com Little Rock: 501-663-6455 | North Little Rock: 501-771-1600 | Jacksonville: 501-771-1600 | Cabot: 501-771-1600
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Thank You, Arkansas! Voted Best Hospital and Best Athletic Club We are honored to receive these awards—chosen by you, the readers! Our team at Conway Regional Medical Center and the specialists and staff at Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center will continue our commitment of providing our very best care to you and the community.
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Dr. Brad
BALTZ
Voted Best Oncologist in Arkansas
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BALTZ HEMATOLOGYONCOLOGY
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BEST COSMETIC DENTIST —Dr. DJ DAILEY
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BEST DENTIST
12921 Cantrell Road, Suite 301 | Little Rock | 501.224.5511
These Winning Smiles were created and maintained by Dr. Sam Strong and the Strong Team of smile professionals. Are you happy with your smile? If not, call us today and schedule a consultation for your winning smile!
Best of
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Thank you for voting us “AY’s Best” for 2018! Samuel M. Strong, DDS General Dentistry
Diplomate, Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate, International Congress of Oral Implantology Graduate, LVI Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry Continuum
1415 Breckenridge Drive, Suite D | Little Rock, AR 72227 | 501-224-2333 | www.strongdentalcare.com AYMAG.COM . 79
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THANK YOU!
FOR HONORING MCFARLAND EYE CARE AS
“BEST
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IN OPHTHALMOLOGY” CENTRAL ARKANSAS
It’s been our privilege to serve the people of Arkansas for over 36 years!
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for voting The Property Group Best Real Estate Company
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Thank you to the readers who voted our team members AY Best Healthcare Professionals.
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NEUROSURGEON Scott Schlesinger, MD
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Helping Arkansans’ dreams come true. We’d like to thank our customers for naming Simmons one of Arkansas’s best banks. We work hard to help make our customers’ dreams come true — from helping a family buy their first home to helping someone start a new business. Visit your nearby Simmons branch or go to simmonsbank.com to see how we can help bring your dreams to life.
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Visit America’s Premier Big Cat Sanctuary!
Unique Lodging RV/Tent Camping Educational Tours New Spacious Habitats New Cub Club Program
2018 Event Calendar
New Membership Tiers Group Discounts
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend June 16-17 Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular October 27
“An Ethical Animal Tourism Destination!”
Bam Bam Weekend November 3-4
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Thanks NWA,
RUSS DANIEL & FAMILY
for voting us AY’s Best 2018. We are happy and humbled for the opportunity to have supported so many great programs this past year benefiting children’s health, heart disease, diabetes, and both primary and secondary education. Thank you for allowing us to give back to our great community - and family - of Northwest Arkansas.
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McLarty Daniel Buick GMC 2517 SE Best Ln, Bentonville 866.812.3307
McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 2201 SE Moberly Ln, Bentonville 479.319.2853
McLarty Daniel Ford 2609 S Walton Blvd, Bentonville 479.250.0922
McLarty Daniel Nissan 2501 SE Moberly Ln, Bentonville 479.802.4422
McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT 3709 S Thompson St, Springdale 479.231.1092
McLarty Daniel Chevrolet 1159 N 45th Street, Springdale 479.431.6554
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