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e l b a T Your . . . y d a e Is R u n e M e h t d n A ... r u o y g n i t i a w A is Selection Proud to be a new member of the community. Now Open For: Spirits, Steak, Seafood and Pasta
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in case your favorite is not listed. Voting will begin around noon on March 17 and will run through midnight of April 7. During that time, readers will find the “Best of the
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Each category will be populated with three businesses from across the region which fit in that area of expertise. Additionally, each category will have a place for a “write in”
Parkland” voting prompt at the top of the Daily Journal website at www.dailyjournalonline.com. The contest will feature everything from best bakery to best wait staff, best antique shopping to best tire shop, and best apartment community to best veterinary service. Just for fun there will also be a “favorites” category for weekend events, festivals, natural attractions, live music venues, and the best place in the Parkland to take the kids. Voting is free. A complete listing of the categories, details on how to vote, and features on the areas of interest -- Services, Shopping, Dining and Entertainment -- are included elsewhere in this publication. Once the voting is complete, the winners in each category will be named in the Best of the Parkland 2017 Winner’s Edition Magazine on April 29. Be watching for more details in the coming days.
Do you have a favorite grocery or clothing store? How about a favorite mechanic, or beauty shop, or family physician? You can help let all your friends and neighbors know which area services, shops, dining and entertainment venues you prefer. The Daily Journal, along with the Farmington Press and Democrat News, is sponsoring the “Best of ” online competition as a way for readers to vote for their favorites and let everyone know which services and retailers rank at the top in the Parkland. The contest will focus on nearly 100 categories in which readers can cast their vote. Find the listing of categories on page 12-13 of this publication. Participants can vote once per day in any or all of the different categories, so there’s good reason to keep coming back to see your favorites climb to the top of the ranking.
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Missouri’s Parkland offers a wide variety of dining and entertainment choices for everyone from the late-night snacker who's craving a pizza “with everything on it” to the budget-conscious family looking for a fast, delicious and low-cost meal or a couple dreaming of a first-class meal while out on that special evening together. Want to pick up a pizza or have one delivered? We’ve got many of the national chains like Pizza Hut or Domino’s — or you can try a slice of Missouri “provolone heaven” at the local Imo’s. In a big hurry? There’s several Little Caesar’s Pizza locations that can take care of you in a hurry — or stop by any one of dozens of Casey’s General Stores in the area for pizza sold by the pie or the slice. If you don’t mind doing a little of the work yourself, grab a Papa Murphy’s Take N Bake Pizza and throw it in the oven at home for a delicious treat. Of course, the Parkland has all the familiar “burger joints” like McDonald’s, Burger King, Steak 'n Shake, Culver’s and Sonic, but have you ever tried a home style cheeseburger from Hunts Dairy Bar, Spokes
Pub or Sirros? If you haven’t, boy, are you in for a mouthwatering treat! Or how about some Mexican, Italian, Thai or Chinese food? The days of having to travel to St. Louis for ethnic eateries is over. The Parkland has an incredible selection nowadays that includes sit down restaurants like El Tapatio, Pasta House, Pad Thai, Mario’s Italia, Ho Wah, Great Wall and Beijing House. Of course, for those in a hurry, there’s always Taco Bell — and the good news is they’re open really late on the weekends! If you’re a fan of great barbecue, the Parkland is a great place to live! Whether you like your ribs wet or dry, you can find just what you’re looking for right here at home. Baylee Jo’s BBQ in Ironton is one regional favorite with melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork and barbecue grilled shrimp, among a large number of other menu items to choose from. Be sure to try the cherry barbecue sauce! Hungry Bellies in Park Hills is another local favorite that never fails to satisfy the taste buds and
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and wineries — and many of the best can be found in the Parkland. By the glass or by the bottle, some of the finest tasting wines around can be found at Crown V a l l e y , Chaumette, Twin Oaks and other local vineyards. As for those wanting to enjoy a good steak or other more formal fare, the Parkland now has a number of great places where you can enjoy a top notch meal at reasonable prices. Try 12 West, the Durso Hills Winery or the brand new Café Redux to discover how enjoyable and affordable a fine dining experience can be. For a special treat, head over to the Arcadia Valley for a nice meal at Thee Abbey Kitchen — and don't forget to take home some of their famous cinnamon rolls! There are plenty of other specialty restaurants, bakeries and shops in the area where you can enjoy a nice meal or snack without spending a great deal of money. Hankering some chicken wings? The Parkland has it covered. Deli sandwiches? Yep, those too. Bakeries ... coffee shops? Got 'em ... and got 'em! Ice cream? Frozen custard? Yes, and most of the shops are usually open even when the weather's cold outside.
Dexter Bar-BQue is the choice of those who like their barb e c u e “Memphisstyle.” Hungry for breakfast? T h e r e ' s always fast food fare, of course, but you might want to try the Factory Diner’s two Farmington locations or the A&M Restaurant in Fredericktown. There are also several Huddle House locations throughout the area that not only serve a good meal, but they’re open 24 hours, seven days a week. For those who enjoy family dining, don't miss out on the Catfish Kettle where you can enjoy all-you-can-eat catfish, chicken and other delicious entrées. The Homestead Restaurant offers a buffet featuring fabulous American fare like fried chicken, meatloaf, mashed potatoes and awesome desserts. For those looking for a great place to meet up with friends after a hard day at work, try Hub’s Pub, Salted Duck or Shamrock for a big selection of great drinks and bar food. Applebee’s is another popular spot to enjoy a drink along with a nice meal in a congenial and family-friendly atmosphere. The state of Missouri in recent years has become the home for an ever-increasing number of breweries
Vote For Goodson Realty for the Best Real Estate Agency in the Parkland!!
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Goodson Realty knows that when it comes to buying or selling a home, no two person’s needs or goals are exactly the same. That’s why we never try to fit you into a mold or use a cookie-cutter approach when what you need is a personalized plan. We believe that each home, like each person, has its own unique mark. And whether we’re helping you find the perfect home or finding the right buyer for your sale, our personal touch gets the best results.
Selling the Parkland one yard at a time.
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The Helpful Place since 1969.
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There used to be a time when going on a shopping trip meant waiting until the weekend, loading up the kids in the station wagon and heading for the city. Things have sure changed a lot since then! The area is undergoing a retail growth spurt and nowadays there are lots of great places to shop in the Parkland — whether you're looking for groceries, hunting and fishing supplies, home appliances, farm equipment, clothing or shoes. Of course, everybody knows that there are Walmart Supercenters in Farmington, Desloge, Potosi and Fredericktown, as well as Lowe's, Menards, Rural King and the Family Center where you can buy most anything — ALONG WITH the kitchen sink — but there are so many other great places to shop. Wanting to purchase new furniture and appliances for the home? Yes, you could
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head to St. Louis or Cape Girardeau, but why? The Parkland has outstanding stores like Hefner Furniture and Appliance in Farmington, Seabaugh Furniture and Appliance in Fredericktown, Willette Home Furnishings in Bonne Terre, Patsy's Furniture in Park Hills and Fisher Furniture in Ironton that offer comparable merchandise at equal or better prices. On top of that, most of these stores service what they sell. If you're wanting some new clothing for next week's event, the Parkland's got you covered — literally! Farmington is home to several national chains like Maurice's, Payless ShoeSource, Rainbow Apparel, Cato Fashions, Famous Footwear and Rue 21, but you might want to give these local merchants a look — Ophelia's and Southern Sins in Farmington, along with
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Shopping C ontinued From Page 8 Mustard Seed Mercantile in Fredericktown. Ready to replace your aging set of wheels with a brand spanking new one off the lot? You've got your choice of all kinds of local new and used car dealers like Sam
Scism Ford, Auto Plaza Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Auffenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC, as well as Turner Chevrolet-Cadillac in Park Hills and Auto Plaza Ford in Fredericktown. There are a number of local used car deal-
Chuck's Short Stop in Fredericktown. So, what can you shop for in the Parkland? The list goes on and on. Looking for flooring? The Parkland's got you covered. Pharmacies? There's one on every corner - well, nearly. Auto parts? The choices are almost inexhaustible!
Agricultural supplies? You can bet the farm on it. Add to that pet supplies, RVs, fabric, sewing and craft supplies, guns and ammo, meat markets, adult beverages and antiques. The bottom line is this — there's no better place to shop than in the Parkland for you and your family's every need.
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ers throughout the area as well. For those making wedding plans, don't head to the city to find a dress! Check out Special Memories in Leadington, White Weddings in Farmington and His and Hers Formal Wear in Potosi. Find the perfect engagement or wedding ring at Farmington's Krekeler Jewelers, Diamonds and More or JCPenney. And pick out the floral arrangements at Butterfields Florist in Farmington, Expressions by Dennis in Bonne Terre and County Lane Florists in Fredericktown. Grocery shopping in the Parkland is a breeze with Schnucks, Aldi, Country Mart and Save-A-Lot in the area. If you're in a hurry, stop by River Mart in Park Hills and Desloge, Rhodes 101 throughout the area, and
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For over 30 years, Ho Wah has been serving the best Chinese cuisine in St. Francois County.
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When you're looking for top quality services for you and your family's needs, there's no better place to go than the Parkland. It doesn't matter if you're looking for an auto repair shop, a bank, a caterer or a hair salon, you want great service at a great price. That's why it's always best to go with the people you know and can trust. Looking for a great apartment community to live in? There's new ones popping up all over the Parkland, some really fine examples are Keystone Villas in Leadington, as well as Liberty Landing in Farmington and Columbia Park Apartments in Park Hills. When your car is ailing, you want a repair shop you can trust to do the work right the first time at a reasonable price. That's the time to head to Premier Tire and Auto in Park Hills, Heartland Auto in Fredericktown or A&D Auto Service and Muffler in Desloge.
After you've had a collision, you can rely on the experts at Redfield Collision Center in Farmington, Dale Mosier Auto Body in Park Hills and Kevin Ball Auto Body in Leadington to get your vehicle back on the road. They are knowledgeable and work well with all major insurance companies. Cars aren't the only things that sometimes break down and need repair. Thankfully, the Parkland is home to many qualified and highly competent physicians, chiropractors and dentists, as well as other health care professionals when the need is there. When searching for a bank, people want an institution they can trust to take care of all their financial needs in a safe, friendly and efficient manner. The Parkland is home to many well-respected financial institutions — First State Community Bank,
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Willette Home Furnishings is a family-owned discount home furnishings store based in Bonne Terre, MO. Since 1997, Willette Home Furnishings has served customers in Bonne Terre with low prices on furniture, appliances and mattresses, and top notch customer service.
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WHO: Anyone can vote. Just register at dailyjournalonline.com/best and vote for your favorites. Voting can be done once a day. WHAT: Best of the Parkland is the Daily Journal’s inaugural poll to distinguish the best of the best. WHERE: Vote online ONLY! Go to dailyjournalonline.com/best, register using your email and vote for the Best! WHEN: Vote online March 17- April 7, 2017. All ballots must be completed before 11:59 p.m. on April 7, 2017. Winners will be announced in the Best of the Parkland Winners’ Edition Magazine published on April 29.
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services offered in the Parkland, you'll find car washes, cleaning services, hearing specialists, fitness gyms, daycare/preschools, spas, nail salons, financial planning services, golf courses, contractors, hotels, insurance agencies, oil change shops, real estate agencies, print shops, tanning salons and, yes, even tattoo parlors. When searching for someone to perform a service, one of the best ways to find someone who will do a good job at a fair price is to check out the recommendations and complaints of others who've sought the same services in the past. A quick search online to read service reviews, as well as a call to the Better Business Bureau can also help to avoid having a bad — and expensive — experience.
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Belgrade State Bank, New Era Bank, U.S. Bank, First Bank, Unico Bank and Ozarks Federal Savings & Loan. All of them provide their customers with fast and friendly service, whether they're opening a checking/savings account, or applying for a loan. There are few things as important as the health and well-being of the family pet. The Parkland is blessed with some of the professional and caring veterinarians.. Among them are the Veterinary Clinic of the Mineral Area in Farmington, Animal Medical Center of Park Hills and Fredericktown Animal Hospital. As far as pet grooming and boarding, check out Waggin' Tails in Leadington, or Worrynought Kennels in Farmington among several others. Among the many other
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Missouri Mines Historic Site Historic Iron County Courthouse
Farmington Water Park
The Abbey
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Area Festivals
Azalea Festival Country Days
Country Days
FINE IMPORT & DOMESTIC LIQUORS SINCE 1975
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Azalea Festival
Desloge Labor Day Picnic
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For the TACKLE BOX for BEST BAIT SELECTION and BEST LOCAL SPECIALTY SHOP in Bismarck!!!
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Azalea Festival
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A new chapter begins Farmington holds true to the motto of “City of Tradition and Progress.” The same can also be said of the Farmington Press. For nearly 90 years, the community has been served by a newspaper delivering the news of the community.
Publisher Eugene Jackson, who also serves as publisher of the Farmington Press and Democrat News. “We are focused and committed to beautifying our communities we serve as well as making our employees’ daily work environment world class.
Serving your Community Since 1928
The Farmington Press opens the doors to a new chapter with the opening of the offices at 227 E. Columbia St. in downtown Farmington. “This opening of the new Farmington building marks an important step in our newspaper’s future,” explained Daily Journal
“We are a media company now, not just a newspaper. That being said, the newspaper in Farmington has a long history in the community and will continue to have a strong presence in Farmington for many years to come. This move makes that happen. “Thank you, Farmington, for letting us be a part of your daily and weekly life.”
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Now Open
The Farmington Press has been a part of Farmington for almost 90 years. We are excited to be at our new, convenient location in downtown Farmington at 227 E. Columbia St. Stop in to pick up the latest editions of the Daily Journal, Farmington Press and Democrat News. Share your news with Managing Editor Shawnna Robinson or reporter Craig Vaughn. You can also submit classified advertising with our specialist Sarah Jones.Let Heather Watson help you with circulation and everything else!
We look forward to serving you for another 90 years! We are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Or call 573-756-8927
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Natural Attractions
Elephant Rocks
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Bonne Terre Mine
Pickle Springs
Johnson’s Shut Ins
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748 W. Karsch Farmington, MO 573-760-0900 GRILL & BAR Applebee’s started with the same philosophy we follow today – focused on serving good food to good people. Today what was once a popular neighborhood restaurant has grown to become a popular restaurant in neighborhoods all across North America.
Late night food specials, lunch combos and more!
Kids eat FREE on Tuesdays after 3 p.m.
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