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A Special Supplement of

The Crescent-News

August 15, 2012

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Welcome to the Sixth Annual Crescent-News “Best of the Region� section. Included on the following pages are results of the recent Crescent-News reader poll asking residents in northwest Ohio to name their favorite area businesses in 81 different categories. This supplement features the top three vote getters in each category.

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Readers were asked to complete and return ballot forms that were published several times in The Crescent-News during May and June. Those that responded were eligible to receive cash awards in a drawing. The winners are listed below. This special section is an annual feature of The Crescent-News. We invite you to review and enjoy this section and see if your opinions of “the best� are shared by others in northwest Ohio.

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CATEGORY INDEX AUTOMOTIVE

Auto Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Body Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Car Dealership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Used Car Dealership . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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BUSINESS PRACTICES

Business Appearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Community Involvement. . . . . . . . . . . .4 Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

DINING

Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chinese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fast Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grocery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hamburgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ice Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meat Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mexican . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Pizza Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Produce Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Subs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Value Meals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

Bar/Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bowling Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Live Music Venue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reception Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social / Service Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Best Roofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carpet & Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garden Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Contractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heating & Cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heating & Cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lawn Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows & Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PETS

Animal Boarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pet Grooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pet Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Veterinary Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Barber Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hair Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Massage Therapy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nail Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tanning Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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Accounting Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Attorney's Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Chiropractic Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Day Care/Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Dentist Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Financial Institution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Insurance Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Nursing Home Assisted Living . . . . . 17 Optometric Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Photography Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Real Estate Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

RETAIL

Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Children's Toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clothing (Men's & Women's) . . . . . . . Clothing (Men's And Women's) . . . . Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flower Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ADVERTISER INDEX A Little Slice Of Heaven . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Barth Builders & Supply . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Bob Evans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Brookview Health Center . . . . . . . . . . 17 Bud's Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Buffalo Wild Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 59 C Stephens Appliances Inc. . . . . . . . . 24 Captain D's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Chancellor Senior Management . . . 17 Chief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 China Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Defiance Chiropractic Center . . . . . . . .7 Defiance Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Defiance Development And Visitors Bureau 15 Defiance Eagles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Defiance Optometric Group, Inc . . . 13 Defiance Pancake House . . . . . . . . . . 49 Defiance Veterinary Clinic . . . . . . . . . 44 Den Herder Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . 13 Dilly Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 DRMC - Physicians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Estle Chevrolet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 64 First Insurance Group Of Midwest. . 11 Fitzenrider Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Four All Seasons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Gary's Auto Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Ground 4 U, Llc Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Gustwiller Electric Supply. . . . . . . . . . 33 Hair Salon East, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Hanenkrath-Clevenger-Schaffer . . . 12 Hoffman Builders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Holiday Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Indigo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Integrity Chrysler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Integrity Defiance Auto Body . . . . . . 39 Jacob's Meats, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Just Dogs Grooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Ken's Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Kircher's Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Kissner's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit . . . . . . 42 Kristi's Kanine Kuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Laurel Health Care Company . . . . . . 16 Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home . . . 13 Mansfield Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . 35 McDonalds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Midwest Community Federal Credit Union 10 Morris Floor Covering . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Morris Heating (Carrier). . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Myra J-A Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Nelson & Bobs Tireman Auto Service 37 New To You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Northwest Real Estate Services . . . . 15 Pizza Hut-Toh Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Primos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Rod Brown Photography . . . . . . . . . . 14 Salon 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Seigman Siding Specialist . . . . . . . . . 36 Shultz, Huber & Associate. . . . . . . . . . . .6 St. John Lutheran School . . . . . . . . . . . .8 St. Mike's Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 State Bank & Trust Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Stykemain Buick-GMC Ltd . . . . . . . . . 40 Subway - Northside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Sweetwater Chophouse . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Tri-County Roofing Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 VFW Post 3360 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Walmart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 28, 44, 14, 29 Weaner, Zimmerman, Bacon & Yoder .6 Wendy's - Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

DRAWING WINNERS First Place:. . . . . . . . . Sue Becher, Oakwood $200 Second Place:. . . .Debora Guilford, Defiance $50 Third Place:. . . . . . . Jerry Kennedy, Defiance $25

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CUSTOMER SERVICE 1. The State Bank & Trust Company Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours: Main: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 7:30 a.m.- Noon Northtowne: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Chief: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. Noon-6 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 The State Bank was founded in 1902 and although banking products, services, technology and regulations have changed significantly since then, one constant remains; customers are our priority. Without them, we wouldn’t exist so we strive every day to make banking a positive experience. Familiar faces, service that exceeds your expectations, unique solutions for your financial needs; this is what you will find at The State Bank. We’re neighbors helping neighbors find solid direction for their financial decisions.

Dave DeLano (left) waits as his transaction is completed by State Bank associate Magan Riecke at the Main Office Banking Center.

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Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours Phone: 419-784-2390

Location: 08683 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518

Based on the values and morals of founder Sam Walton, the culture of Walmart is to provide customers what they want. In his autobiography, Sam said, â€œâ€Ś if you think about it from the point of view of the customer, you want everything: a wide assortment of quality merchandise; the lowest possible prices; guaranteed satisfaction; friendly, knowledgeable service; convenient hours; and a pleasant shopping experience. You love it when a store exceeds your expectations, and you hate it when a store inconveniences you, gives you a hard time, or pretends you’re invisible.â€?

Kohl’s not only offers the best merchandise at the best prices, but they are always working to make your shopping experience enjoyable. Kohl’s employees pledge to provide the best service possible. It’s their goal to provide an environment that is convenient, friendly and exciting.

Kohl’s associate Lisa Cox (right) helps Brock O’Neal try on a pair of sandals in the shoe department.

Dottie Love and Jon Brands stand poised to deliver customer satisfaction at the Walmart Customer Service desk.

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 1. The State Bank & Trust Company Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours Main: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 7:30 a.m.- Noon Phone Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 At State Bank, we care about making a difference in the communities we serve. In 2011 alone, our staff donated over 7,000 hours of their time to more than 150 charities. Whether we’re providing loans to small businesses, educating our youth, making financial contributions, or donating our time, we are investing our resources in strengthening our communities and we are proud to have had the opportunity to give back.

2. First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 Our employees are some of the most involved people in this area. If there is an event in town, First Federal is always there to give back, financially and with our time. Our core value is to provide leadership throughout our communities, and every employee is encouraged to get involved.

3. ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital Location: 1200 Ralston Ave., Defiance Phone: 419-783-6955 At ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital, our commitment to caring doesn’t stop at the door. Our commitment to improving health and well-being drives us to provide the help that our community needs through collaborations with local businesses, community-based social service organizations, and others. Whether through time, talent or financial contributions, we are proud to support our community. Because being a good neighbor is a natural part of caring for others. Some organizations and events that ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital and staff have supported this past year include: United Way, Relay For Life, Kaitlyn's Cottage, Ohio Women's Open, Defiance Area Chamber of Commerce, Defiance Area YMCA, and the Defiance County Heart Walk

State Bank associates Rod Martin (left), Steve Walz, Cyndi Ensign and Laura Kline serve a meal at Kingsbury Park to Lili Egia as part of the Summer Food and Fun Program. State Bank employees regularly volunteer in numerous community events.

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BUSINESS APPEARANCE 1. The State Bank & Trust Co. Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours Main: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 7:30 a.m.- Noon Northtowne: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Chief: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. Noon-6 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 The State Bank & Trust Co. strives to provide clean, well-maintained banking centers that offer their own unique history and welcoming hometown charm. Whether we’re a gathering place to read the paper or hold meetings, a place to enjoy morning coffee while catching up with neighbors, or a place to enjoy lunch and escape from the “everyday� in our courtyard, they hope that customers feel welcome and at home. Please join us for a visit!

2. First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 First Federal Bank is very diligent about the upkeep of the exterior of their corporate offices and bank branches. They have staff dedicated to the maintenance of these facilities, and take pride in what they do.

3. ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital Location: 1200 Ralston Ave., Defiance Phone: 419-783-6955 To become a great community hospital it all starts with making a great first impression. At ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital, our goal is to maintain an image that assures and comforts our patients and their families, as well as visitors. In addition to the amazing work of our facilities and environmental services department, the staff at Defiance Regional Hospital takes pride in our facility and does their part to maintain a clean, uncluttered and litter free workplace.

Defiance Regional Hospital strives to be more than a place where people go to heal. We want to foster our community’s health and represent hope. Today and always, our physicians, nurses and staff dedicate themselves to improving your health and well-being.

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Theresa Gineman (left) and Heather Moats enjoy a lunch together under an umbrella in the State Bank’s Main Office Courtyard.

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ACCOUNTING FIRM 1. Shultz Huber & Associates, Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St. Suite 2000, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2000 Shultz Huber & Associates, Inc. clients appreciate the personalized service of local offices, combined with the depth of resources and knowledge available from 45 employees throughout their five locations. The focus is on working with businesses and their owners to evaluate complex issues, develop practical solutions, and improving financial performance. In addition to traditional accounting and tax engagements, the company offers specialized consulting services in the areas of business valuations, forensic accounting, QuickBooks, human resources, and IT.

2. Steyer & Company Location: 2000 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1030 Steyer & Company, founded in 1982, provides accounting, tax and auditing services a variety of manufacturing, construction, transportation, retail, health and governmental clients throughout northwest Ohio. But in addition to these traditional CPA services, Steyer & Company has also become a leader in providing tax and financial planning and consulting, bringing financial success to both businesses and individuals. The firm is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Private Companies Practice Section and has always received the highest evaluations possible for quality of work and operations of the firm.

3. Luderman & Konst Location: 317 Jefferson, Defiance; 105 E. High St., Hicksville; 321 E. Main St., Ottawa. Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Phone: Defiance (419) 782-7166; Hicksville (419) 542-8740; Ottawa (419) 523-5393. Luderman and Konst provides CPA services that encompass nearly every aspect of financial life. They are experienced in all matters of accounting and taxation, IRS problem resolution, estates and trusts, business formation, real estate and business sales. The staff at Luderman & Konst has a reputation for maintaining high standards while providing quality and responsive service to their customer

Terry Melton (left), Mindy Kraft and Jim Burgei review accounting regulations at Shultz Huber & Associates Inc.

ATTORNEY’S OFFICE 1. Weaner, 2. Stephen K. Snavley Zimmerman, Bacon Co. LPA Location: 505 Fourth St., Defiance & Yoder, Ltd. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: 401 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3010

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Weaner, Zimmerman, Bacon & Yoder, Ltd. strives to meet clients’ needs with the utmost confidentiality and in a professional manner. It is their goal to make clients feel at ease with the legal issues they bring to the firm. It gives Weaner, Zimmerman, Bacon & Yoder, Ltd. great pleasure to represent the residents of Defiance and surrounding counties for their legal needs.

Phone: 419-782-8846

Since 1996, the Law Firm of Stephen K. Snavely has been specialized helping clients in Northwest Ohio with estate planning, probate and real estate matters. In fact, Stephen Snavely is the only Board Certified Estate Law Specialist in the Defiance area. Snavely has the compassion, skill and experience to help families through difficult times following the loss of a loved one. He enjoys finding innovative ways to allow people to preserve and pass on their assets at minimal financial risk.

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CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE 1. Defiance Chiropractic Center Location: 1770 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite 1, Defiance. Hours: Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. -7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - Noon Phone: 419-784-2300 The Defiance Chiropractic Center is the largest and most complete chiropractic facility in Northwest Ohio. They specialize in holistic treatments for all types of back, joint and muscular disorders. The staff at DCC will tailor a wellness program specifically targeted to the needs of their patients using the least invasive yet highly-effective techniques and services. Through natural approaches, DCC hopes to achieve and maintain optimal health and wellness to area residents.

2. DeTray Chiropractic Center Location: 1844 East Second St., Defiance Hours: Mon., Tues. andThurs. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Wed. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m. -1 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4215 DeTray Chiropractic Center is committed to bringing patients better health and a better way of life by teaching and practicing the principles of chiropractic, rehabilitation, and wellness care. Patients seeking treatment at DeTray Chiropractic are assured of receiving only the finest-quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology. Dr. DeTray and her staff have a genuine concern for patient well being! DeTray Chiropractic offers a well-balanced office with treatment for all types of patients, including newborns, pregnant women, athletes and geriatrics. They are honored to be able to serve this wonderful community!

3. James Bauer Chiropractic Location: 619 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - Noon Phone: 419-782-1166 Locally owned Bauer Chiropractic has been serving Defiance and surrounding communities since 1980. Dr. James Bauer specializes in the Cox Distraction Technique and is able to address those lingering or nagging aches and pains that make every day, ordinary activity a challenge.

Defiance Chiropractic Center is the reader’s choice for all their chiropractic needs. The practice is located at 1770 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite 1, Defiance, Ohio.

Thank You N.W. Ohio for choosing us as your #1 Choice in Chiropractic Care!

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DAY CARE/PRESCHOOL

Ark Preschool director Tracy Frederick (left) helps Kelley Tong and son Ian enroll for fall preschool classes.

1. Ark Cooperative Preschool Location: 400 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5551 The Ark Cooperative Preschool has been a staple in Defiance for 22 years. The school employs five teachers and aides. Being a cooperative preschool allows the parents of the preschooler to participate in the classroom, chaperone on field trips, and help make decisions related to daily activities. Ark Preschool offers structured learning for youngsters 2 to 5 years of age. Children attending Ark enjoy a variety of fun filled activities, following a state curriculum preparing the student for their entry into kindergarten.

2. The Tigers' Den Christian Childcare Center Location: 655 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1751 ext. 282 The Tigers' Den staff works hard to provide the best care possible. All staff members have an associate degree in early childhood education. The staff works really well as a team and has a good time and it shows. When the staff is happy, the children are happy. The Tiger’s Den is honored to be picked as one of the best!

3. Rainbow Promise Location: 561 Carter Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., ask for Eleanor Shankle. Phone: 419-782-0861 Rainbow Promise Child Care Center is an outreach ministry of the First Church of God. Its main purpose is to offer quality child care for working parents. Licensed to provide care for children of all ages, the Center provides children many opportunities and varied experiences to help them develop socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally for school and life adjustment.

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Defiance Dental Group is conveniently located on Stadium Drive in Defiance and was voted as the top choice for dental care by Crescent-News readers.

1. Defiance Dental Group Location: 245 Stadium Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-DENT Defiance Dental Group does its best to provide patients with affordable, quality family dental care. The staff there truly values each and every individual, and strives to treat everyone like family. Their goal is to create beautiful, healthy smiles, one patient at a time. If the patient is happy, so are they!

2. Burke and Burke PTR Location: 503 Fifth St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30 -11:30 a.m., 1-5 p.m.; Wednesday 8-11:30 a.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Phone: (419) 782-7746

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FINANCIAL INSTITUTION 1. The State Bank & Trust Company Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours Main: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 7:30 a.m.- Noon Northtowne: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Drive-thru: Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-Noon Chief: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. Noon-6 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 The State Bank’s goal is to be your financial services partner. Their experienced management team delivers proactive and innovative solutions locally through a caring, professional staff with a passion for service. Whether it’s a child’s first savings account, a young adult’s first car loan, a couple’s first home loan, financing the dream of owning a business or experiencing the joys of retirement, The State Bank is honored to celebrate their customers’ milestones and proud to support the communities they serve.

2. First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 First Federal Bank strives to be one of the best places to bank in our area. Their team embraces community banking wholeheartedly and enjoys having customers know they are giving back to where they live and work. First Federal Bank also offers full-service banking with a wide variety of products that will fit everyone’s needs.

3. Midwest Community Federal Credit Union Locations: Main Office - 08770 Ohio 66, Defiance; Deerwood - 1481 Deerwood Dr., Defiance; Napoleon - 1429 Scott St., Napoleon Hours Main Lobby: Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ; Thursday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ; Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.; Main Drive-up: Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ; Thursday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ; Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ; Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Deerwood Drive-up: Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Thursday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Napoleon Lobby: Monday - Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Napoleon Drive-up: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Phone: Main Office - 419-783-6500 Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a financial cooperative here to serve the needs of its members who are also owners. Our goal is our members’ financial success and it shows in everything we do. Come join us today and let us help you make your financial dreams a reality.

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INSURANCE AGENCY 1. First Insurance Group of Midwest, Inc. Location: 419 Fifth St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5431 First Insurance Group is dedicated to pursuing every opportunity to create solutions and alternatives that best fit each clients’ needs. They help clients gain a thorough understanding of each insurance product. Talk to an agent today or visit the firm on the web at www.firstii.com for more information.

2. Grant Insurance Agency Location: 324 Clinton Street, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-782-4176 Grant Insurance Agency was founded in 1936 as a full-service independent insurance agency, and has always had a strong commitment to providing a wide variety of insurance coverage, from personal to business and financial planning. Grant Insurance carefully selects a group of financially sound, reputable insurance companies that provide the best coverage for the most competitive price. The agency maintains a high standard of excellence in the service provided to clients. Grant Insurance is proud to be a fourth-generation family business, and is excited to continue the family tradition of superior customer service far into the future.

3. State Farm - Doug Nicola Location: 945 East Second St.., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-9977 Our billboard states “you’re a neighbor not a number� and that’s really how we feel. We know that if we’re faithful and take care of our customers as individuals, God will be faithful and continue to allow us to help many Defiance area residents as we have during the past 18 years.

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FUNERAL HOME 1. Hanenkrath-Clevenger-Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. Location: 529 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Normal business hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., phones answered 24 hours per day by staff Phone: 419-784-2441 Having been in business for more than 160 years Hanenkrath-Clevenger-Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. takes pride in the fact that they can honestly say “we are still locally and independently owned,� serving people from our communities of all faiths. They strive to provide the most meaningful service to families during a most difficult time of their lives, and their services continue beyond the funeral with aftercare. Hanenkrath-Clevenger-Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. is more than just a business - they are your friends and neighbors.

2. Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home Location: 1753 S. Clinton St., Defiance, Hours: Available 24 hours a day Phone: 419-782-0075 Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home is focused on the emotional, relational, and spiritual needs of the families it serves. They are the area’s only provider of the Healing Farewell, a unique style of service that addresses the needs of each generation of a family. Their web site is defiancefuneralhome.com and the prerecorded information hot line is 877-705-1304

3. Den Herder Funeral Home Location: 1000 W. Wayne St., Paulding Hours: Phone: 419-399-2866 One of the most difficult times in our lives will be the death of a loved one. Choosing who will give your family the care and respect they deserve can be a complex decision. At Den Herder Funeral Home, the commitment is to provide the finest service with compassion and precise attention to detail. The Den Herder family has operated the funeral home for more than 50 years.

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OPTOMETRIC OFFICE 1. Defiance Optometric Group Location: 800 N. Clinton St., Suite D, Defiance Hours: Monday 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday 8-11 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1901 The Defiance Optometrist Group strives to make every patient’s experience exceptional. From friendly, personal service to the latest technology in eye care, their goal is to give patients the best care possible. Their doctors and staff have more than 180 combined years of experience in the eye care field. Having been in business for more than 60 years, many of their patients are like family or old friends.

2 (tie). Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Center Location: 283 Stadium Drive, Defiance Hours: Mon. and Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues. and Wed. 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3937 The staff at Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Center is committed to providing the highest standard of health care with personalized service and quality products, in a friendly and caring atmosphere. State-of-the-art technology and cooperation among their professional team inspires confidence in their patients. Their pledge is to establish a lasting relationship with patients, their families and the community that they serve. This they pledge to their patients.

2 (tie). Dr. Darryl D. Mathewson, Optometrist Location: 417 Fourth St., Defiance Hours: Monday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-noon (or by appointment) Phone: 419-782-9595 Dr. Darryl D. Mathewson, Optometrist believes his office has become a reader favorite because of the great relationships developed with our patients. They appreciate the extra time Dr. Mathewson takes to explain all of the aspects of their vision. The friendly staff strives to make each and everyone feel welcome. A large display of designer frames, affordable frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses is offered and they accept most insurance plans.

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The reader’s chose Defiance Optometric Group as their favorite optometrists. They are Dr. Thomas Sandy (left), Dr. Deborah Stein and Dr. Daniel Meffley.

Thank you for voting us Best in the Region!

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PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO 1. Rod Brown Photography Location: 651 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Phone: (419) 782-6131. We hope that we were voted ‘best’ photography studio in the area because we strive to produce the best quality, unique posing, finely crafted portraits that can be found in Northwest Ohio. Rod Brown Photography has been in business for more than 30 years. We continue to study by attending and giving seminars to stay abreast of the latest trends in photography. Rod and his wife Lynda attend state, district and national photographic competitions to keep testing their ability and improve our work. The most important part of any business is the staff. Lynda is the office manager and Amanda Henderson is sales is consultant and Rod is head photographer.

2. Bella Luce Photography Studio Location: 402 5th St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday noon-5 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, Sunday by appointment Phone: 419-782-1079

3. Kelly Smith Masterson Photography Location: 29234 St. Rt. 18 East, Defiance Hours: Hours by appointment for your convenience. Phone: 419-782-0352 Serving the Defiance area for over 30 years. Making the switch from film to digital has been challenging, and has given us the opportunity to continually reinvent our studio and ourselves. Faithfully serving our repeat clients and attracting new ones each and every year keeps me in step with how doing business has changed and will continue to change. Customer service and dedication to our clients’ wishes remain at the top of our daily list.

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PHARMACY 1. Rite Aid Pharmacy 2. Walmart Pharmacy Location: 618 N. Clinton, Defiance Hours: Pharmacy: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Front End: Mon.-Sat, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0155 Rite Aid Pharmacy strives to provide superior customer service through their 15-minute pledge, courtesy refill service and our clean, well-organized store. Be sure to sign up for text alerts so you will know when your prescription is ready, and also to take advantage of their wellness plus program, where customers can save up to 20% on our frontend merchandise. Don’t forget, that they provide a variety of immunization services, especially with flu season quickly approaching!

Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours Phone: 419-784-2390 At Walmart Pharmacy, the staff works together as a team to provide top-notch customer service. They enjoy becoming part of customer’s lives and counseling patients on their medications, answering questions on medical issues and helping customers select over-the-counter medications. Through $4 prescriptions, they have helped customers to afford their medications. To the Walmart Pharmacy, helping customers is the best part of the job.

3. Kroger Pharmacy Location: 1880 E.. 2nd St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5742

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REAL ESTATE AGENCY 1. Re/Max Realty of Defiance

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Location: 1401 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.5 p.m., or by appointment Phone: 419-784-3029 Re/Max has been a part of the Defiance community for over 25 years. All agents are full-time, dedicated professionals that strive to offer extraordinary service to their customers by being honest, fair, loyal, and educated individuals. Re/Max is also very supportive in giving back to the community through non-profit and charitable organizations. Their customers have made them who they are, and they Matt Joost (left), Laurie Merillat, Brent Joost and will strive to continue to be outstanding Chris Ricica look over property listings during a meeting at agents with outstanding results because Re/Max Realty. of them.

2. Sam Switzer Realty Location: 322 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4116 Sam Switzer Realty is your hometown real estate company, with 21 sales associates to help with all of your real estate needs. We specialize in residential and commercial real estate, and offer auction services to help meet your needs. Selling Defiance and the surrounding areas, yard by yard!

3. Northwest Real Estate Service Location: 1940 E. Second St., Defiance. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; other times by appointment. Phone: (419) 784-0615. “We’re having a great year!� reports Beth Sigg, owner/broker of Northwest Real Estate Services in Defiance. “Sellers are back in the market as prices are stabilizing in most price ranges and buyers are taking advantage of low interest rates and great value.� With a staff of agents with customer needs in mind, Northwest’s reputation has been built on community involvement and hard work for their clients.

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Readers Choice Winners!! Kissner’s Cabin Fever Coffee Bud’s Restaurant A Little Slice of Heaven Breadstyx Marco’s Pizza Meek’s Pastry Shop Luderman & Konst Weaner, Zimmerman, Bacon, & Yoder Stephen Snavely Clemens, Kohrn, Liming, & Warncke Dr. Robert Burke and Dr. Stephen Burke State Bank First Federal Bank HCS Funeral Home First Insurance Group Grant Insurance

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Congratulations to the staff at The Laurels for getting voted the best Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in the six county area. To be voted as the best from a group of many excellent nursing and rehab facilities is incredible. To accomplish this three consecutive years is phenomenal. We honestly try to impact our business in a way that our peers try to follow. Scoring high on other various consumer surveys helps us exceed our business objectives here at the Laurels.

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NURSING HOME ASSISTED LIVING 1. The Laurels of Defiance Location: 1701 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day 7 days a week we are here to serve. Phone: 419-782-7879 The Laurels of Defiance is considered the facility of choice by many people living in and around Defiance County. The facility is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and promoting the highest quality of life for its guests, whether there for shortterm rehabilitation, respite care, end-of-life care or have chosen to make The Laurels of Defiance their home. Their team’s goal is to return rehab guests home sooner, safer and stronger. Recent remodeling has enhanced the dining room where meals are served in an open dining style under the direction of their chef. It’s all about you at the Laurels of Defiance, your choice for rehab and nursing care.

2. GlennPark of Defiance Location: 2429 William A. Diehl Ct., Defiance Hours: Call anytime and ask for Myra. Phone: 419-782-3000

3. Brookview Healthcare Location: 214 Harding Street, Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-1014 Brookview Healthcare Center offers the most comprehensive care in Defiance. Brookview provides rehabilitation services on our transitional care unit which offers only private rehab suites in addition to being the only facility in Defiance County with a memory program called the Reflections Center. Brookview STNA Sandy Skiver pushes guest Helen received the highest scores in Defiance County for resident Chlebek down the hall at the Laurels in satisfaction in the 2011 survey completed by the Ohio Department on Aging. Come visit Brookview, we aim to please. Defiance.

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HAIR SALON 1. Salon 206 Location: 206 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., or by appointment. Phone: 419-782-4600 Salon 206 is blessed to have some of northwest Ohio’s most highly talented hair stylists, nail techs and massage therapists. They are true artists in their field! Staying current by attending educational classes and hair shows on the latest trends in color, sexy cuts, spa manicures and pedicures, waxing services and facial needs. Their main concern is fulfilling their customers’ needs and desires.

2. Hair Salon East Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-782-3763 At Hair Salon East, the staff strives to listen to clients and assist them in looking and feeling their best. Hair Salon East offers a variety of services, ranging from hair cuts and hair coloring to nail services and waxing. They consider their loyal clients family and are always welcoming new clients.

3. First Choice Hair Cutters Location: 1842 E. Second Street, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. -6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2121 First Choice Hair Cutters offers tanning, haircuts, color, perms, facial, waxing, Redken chemistry shots and updos at affordable pricing. No appointments are ever needed. We supply friendly, affordable hair care needs for the whole family. At First Choice Hair Cutters the clients are #1!

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BARBER SHOP 1. Bloomfield’s Hair Cut Company Location: 224 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Extended hours available with appointment. Phone: 419-782-7987 Bloomfield’s Hair Cut Company includes three Defiance guys with an authentic passion for they do. At Bloomfield’s, you will find world-class barbers providing consistent hair cuts through attention to detail and the use of both new and old-school barbering techniques. You cannot get a better hair cut around here, period! With their unique shop and atmosphere, Bloomfield’s is a sort of community “man cave� where all men can feel welcome, and more importantly, comfortable.

2. Golden Razor Location: 412 Fifth St., Defiance. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. – noon. Phone: (419) 782-5226.

3. Brian’s Cut & Style Location: 509 E. Second St. Defiance. Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-784-4247 Ed Hill (in chair) prepares to get a shave from Steven Bartel, Chris Bloomfield and Steve Wendell at Bloomfield’s.

FITNESS CENTER 1. Defiance Area YMCA Location: 1599 Palmer Dr., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 5am-10pm; Saturday-5am-8pm; Sunday-1 pm- 5pm Phone: 419-784-4747

2. Anytime Fitness Location: 8959 S.R. 66, Defiance. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 4 -7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Members anytime. Phone: 419-782-2111

3. Curves Location: 610 Deatrick St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 3-6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 3-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9-11 a.m. Phone: (419) 784-4111. Curves is a facility specially designed for women featuring a complete 30 minute workout and weight management program that is fun, fast and safe for all ages. They are now featuring a new Curves complete program that provides diet, exercise and motivation all in one place. You can lose up to 20 pounds of fat in 90 days. Our ladies are all very special to us.

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MASSAGE THERAPY 1. Indigo Therapeutic Massage & Bodyworks, LTD Location: 309 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Hours by appointment Phone: 419-784-9449 Since Indigo Therapeutic Massage & Bodyworks, LTD was created the goal has been to treat people as I would want to be treated. Whether dealing with an injury, chronic pain, or stress, each individual has a story to tell. Clients are not a number, and they know they get 100% and more. Over the last eight years, Indigo Therapeutic Massage & Bodyworks, LTD has continued to grow offering to the community services that facilitate health and well being. Indigo Therapeutic Massage & Bodyworks, LTD is blessed to get to work with kind, loving people from all walks of life.

2. Defiance Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center Location: 8081 Adams Ridge Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m-9 p.m. (lobby hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-497-2112 As a new business in the region, DTMWC continues to grow due to the support of local patrons and our commitment to providing a relaxing and professional atmosphere. In addition to relaxation, our therapists specialize in many areas, including neuro-muscular, oncology, cranio-sacral, orofacial/TMJD, acupuncture, and pregnancy massage, allowing us to compliment all methods of healing whether traditional or alternative. DTMWC loves serving its community!

3 (tie). DeTray Chiropractic Center Location: 1844 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: Mon., Tues. and Thurs. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wed. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4215 DeTray Chiropractic is committed to bringing you better health and a better way of life by teaching and practicing the principles of chiropractic, rehabilitation, and wellness care. Patients seeking treatment at DeTray Chiropractic are assured of receiving only the finest-quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology. Dr. DeTray and her staff have a genuine concern for your well being! DeTray Chiropractic offers a well-balanced office with treatment for all types of patients, including newborns, pregnant women, athletes and geriatrics. They are honored to be able to serve this wonderful community!

3 (tie). Myra J A Salon Location: 1133 East 2nd Street Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Wednesday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.M - 3 p.m. Phone: (419) 782-7177 Myra J’s offers the finest in hair, nail, skin care and massage available in the Defiance area. They are committed to upholding a culture of unique experience for customers through an expertly trained team. Customer service is like a child – everyone thinks theirs is the best! Myra J’s Salon strives every moment to produce winning customer service. It costs nothing to produce and yet will cost a business everything if not implemented.

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NAIL SALON 1. Salon 206 Location: 206 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., or by appointment Phone: 419-782-4600 Salon 206 is a very busy place, with spa manicures, spa pedicures, and acrylic nail services. The main goal is to provide a relaxing and professional atmosphere. The warmth of the paraffin wax helps ease arthritis pain, and concentrated lotions will help client’s hands and feet look and feel their best. It is our pleasure welcoming new customers, and it is also rewarding for us to keep your nails healthy and beautiful on a regular basis.

2. Hair Salon East Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-782-3763 At Hair Salon East, we strive to listen to clients and assist them in looking and feeling their best. A variety of services is offered, ranging from hair cuts and hair coloring to nail services and waxing. They consider loyal clients as family and are always welcoming new clients.

3. VIP Nails Location: 519 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6162 Jennie Shindler (left) prepares a customer’s nails in Salon 206.

TANNING SALON 1. Tan I Am Location: Northtowne Mall, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.- 9 p.m., Sunday Noon- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6500 Tan I Am is committed to the quality tanning services and products that are essential in achieving a great tan. However, our friendly people really make the difference. Each one of our staff is a state-certified professional and is more than happy to help you achieve your golden glow. Don’t forget we also offer spray tans performed by trained professionals.

2. Suns’ Edge Tanning Location: 500 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10am-7pm; Friday 10am-6pm; Saturday 9am-1pm Phone: 419-782-0300

3. First Choice Hair Cutters Location: 1842 East Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2121 First Choice Hair Cutters offers tanning, haircuts, color, perms, facial, waxing, Redken chemistry shots and updos at affordable pricing. No appointments are ever needed. We supply friendly, affordable hair care needs for the whole family. At First Choice Hair Cutters the clients are #1! Alisha Joost (left) and Chris Fisher of Tan I Am stand near tanning products in their location in the Northtowne Mall.

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CLOTHING (MEN’S AND WOMEN’S) 1. Kohl’s Location: 8683 State Route 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518 Expect great things at Kohl’s. Kohl’s carries quality exclusive and national brand merchandise specializing in clothing, footwear, bedding, furniture, jewelry, electronics and housewares. Kohl’s offers not only the best merchandise at the best prices, but they are always working to make your shopping experience enjoyable. Kohl’s, which opened its store in Defiance in 2006, is pleased to have been named the six-county area’s favorite retail store for clothing. Employees pledge to continue to provide the best service possible so that Kohl’s customers continue to find a shopping environment that is convenient, friendly and exciting.

2. JCPenney Location: In the Northtowne Mall, Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday Noon - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3100 ext. 302

3. Elder-Beerman Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sunday Noon – 5 p.m. Phone: (419) 784-4000. Elder-Beerman customers are always commenting about the terrific men’s selection at their store and how organized and easy it is to shop. Elder-Beerman has a great assortment of men’s suit separates, dress shirts and pants from brands such as Calvin Klein, Dockers and Kenneth Roberts. Their customers also shop the store for exclusive private brands like John Bartlett, Ruff Hewn and the newest addition, Mambo, which is targeted to a younger, more casual consumer. Lisa Wehrle dresses a mannequin with Ralph Lauren’s Chaps clothing in the Kohl’s women’s department

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APPLIANCES 1. C Stephens, Inc. Location: 311 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7741 C Stephens is a locally-owned family business serving the Defiance area since 1946. Their customers have come to appreciate the quality products, great prices and exceptional customer service offered by C Stephens.

2. Sears Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday Noon-5 p.m. Phone: 419-783-2900 Sears has become a favorite place for appliances because of its awesome customer service, friendly associates, frequent promotions, and convenient location. Sears is the only company to carry all top 10 brands, including their top brand, Kenmore. They also have a great service team, outstanding delivery team, and industry-leading product protection agreements. Stop in at Sears, and shop the appliance department.

3. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 Lowe’s has everything you need in home appliances. Shop their selection of brand name products for ranges, ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, microwaves, small appliances, vacuums, and more. Their appliance buying guides make it easy to choose the best appliances to fit your lifestyle. Mary Jackson (left) and Debbie Flores stand near a Maytag Bravos XL high efficiency washer and dryer at C Stevens. The Bravos XL series is a ‘high end’ appliance that offers all the benefits of a top-loading washer and front-loading dryer while using less energy.

COMPUTERS 1. Solid Rock Computers Location: 522 Clinton St., Defiance; 818 Perry St., Napoleon Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6151; 419-592-2600

Solid Rock Computers continually strives to exceed customer expectations and the votes show it! Serving Northwest Ohio for more than 15 years with honesty and integrity, they are constantly growing. Between both locations we have 11 technicians with over 80 years combined experience. Solid Rock Computers service all makes and models for over 11,000 customers and 400+ business clients.

2. Office Max Location: 135 Stadium Dr., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4300 Office Max associates are committed to providing every computer customer with a complete, individual solution to fit their needs backed by quality service and support.

3. Walmart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390 Customers are able to shop a wide variety of computers in a hands-on environment at Walmart. Their associates are continuously trained on changing technology and are able to help customers choose a PC that fits their needs. They offer a complete line of accessories that compliment every PC. Customers can take their purchase home, knowing they have everything they need including a solid product care plan that helps protect their investment.

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Solid Rock offers computer support for all your needs. They have two locations in Defiance and Napoleon. Shown is the Defiance store, located at 522 Clinton St., Defiance.

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FLOWER SHOP 1. Kircher’s Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5321 Kircher’s Flowers gained this award by having creative and talented floral designers and a friendly customer service staff. They understand that purchasing flowers can be an emotional experience, and is meant to send a special message. Kircher’s Flowers prides itself on good customer service, and on having a great-quality product that everyone can enjoy.

Julie Belau displays a floral presentation of fresh cut wild flowers at Kircher’s. Kircher’s also offers a number of gift options for any occasion.

2. Fancy Petals Florist Location: 301 Hopkins St. , Defiance Hours: Mon - Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-782-4353 Fancy Petals Florist prides itself on customer service and the variety of items they offer. They strive to constantly improve customer service and believe customers are number one. The only thing that gets as much attention is their flowers. You also can order online at fancypetalflorist.com.

3. Four All Seasons Location: 316 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4227 Four All Seasons specialty is silk floral arrangements that look like fresh-cut, but last a lifetime. They value customer opinions on every custom order they design and offer assistance with their home decorating. Four All Seasons customers look forward to the transformation of the shop with each season along with in house classes and special events throughout the year. They offer monthly drawings, bridal registry, gift certificates, lay-away and beautiful gift bags with every purchase. View upcoming events at www.shopfourallseasons.com or on Facebook.

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FURNITURE 1. Ken’s Furniture Location: 1710 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday -Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6801 Ken’s has been a locally-owned family business since 1973. Customers have come to appreciate Ken’s quality products, great prices, and exceptional customer service. Ken’s hopes to make each shopping experience unique and exciting. The coffee is free, too!

2. Rupp Furniture Location: 203 N. Defiance St., Archbold, 205 S. Main St., Bryan Hours: Archbold: Monday 9am-7pm; Tuesday-Friday 9am-5:30pm; Saturday 9am-3pm; Defiance: Monday 10am-7pm; Tuesday-Friday 10am-5:30pm; Saturday 9am-3pm Phone: 419-446-2551 (Archbold) or 419-636-1121 (Bryan)

3. New To You Furniture Location: 408 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6828 or 419-980-8600 New To You Furniture offers a large selection of quality clean, pre-owned furniture. They have sofas, love seats, recliners, kitchen tables, bedroom furniture, and many other unique items that separate them from the rest. New To You Furniture is not just another store but a destination. Stop in and see for yourself what everyone is talking about.

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GIFT SHOP 1. Four All Seasons Location: 316 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4227 Four All Seasons customers say they know just where to find that special gift! The store carries unique gifts for any occasion, along with home and garden decor. You will find a large assortment of inspirational and bereavement gifts to choose from. They specialize in silk floral arrangements that look fresh-cut, but last a lifetime. Loyal customers helped Four All Seasons celebrate its fifth anniversary this month, and we look forward to many more years of serving our great customers and making wonderful memories.

2. Stambaugh Jewelers Location: 512 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday -Friday 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4061 Stambaugh Jewelers is honored to be selected as the top store to shop for your gift giving occasions. They specialize in gifts for bridal attendants, birth of a child, baptism, first communion, graduation and corporate award programs. On-site computerized engraving allows Stambaugh Jewelers to personalize almost any item to commemorate an occasion and make a lasting impression. Make the moment last with a gift from Stambaugh Jewelers.

3 (tie). Kohl’s Location: 8683 State Route 66N, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: 419-783-0518

3 (tie). Walmart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390

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JEWELRY 1. Stambaugh Jewelers Location: 512 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday -Friday 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4061 Stambaugh Jewelers is honored to be selected as your ‘Best Jeweler’ for the past six years! They are pleased to offer customers the very best in diamond selection, engagement rings, fashion jewelry and expert repairs on-site.Their friendly and knowledgeable staff is eager to provide customers with the very best in jewelry selection for birthdays, anniversaries and the ‘just because I love you’ moments of life. No one says ‘I do’ like we do.

2. JCPenney Location: In the Northtowne Mall, Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday noon - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3100 ext. 302 JCPenney notifies their customers of upcoming sales while offering good customer service. They offer quality merchandise at a reasonable price and two year or lifetime care plans on all fine jewelry.

3. Kohls Location: 8683 State Route 66N, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 Scott Stambaugh displays a necklace at Stambaugh Jewelers. Stambaugh's has jewelry for any occasion from rings to a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518 watches or necklaces to pens.

CHILDREN’S TOYS 1. Walmart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours Phone: 419-784-2390 Walmart want their customers to know that they appreciate their business and that they set the expectations for the store. They expect a clean store, friendly service and the toys they want, at competitive prices. Walmart prides itself on meeting and exceeding those expectations. They value customers time and understand that keeping up on current trends and having those items in stock is important to them.

2. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Rd, Defiance Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 Meijer’s Toy City Department offers a huge selection of great toys for all ages at low prices. They strive to bring customers the most popular toys with a wide selection that will make the entire family happy. If your looking for something specific, their fast and friendly associates are ready to serve you.

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Location: 424 -426 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: (419) 782-8020 Phil’s Hobby Shop really appreciates customers and the business they bring to the store. Phil’s Hobby Shop offers friendly customer service and the hobbies (toys ) customers want at a competitive price. If you’re looking for plastic models or finishing supplies, come no further than Phil’s Hobby Shop. Tiffany Guisinger (left) and son Leland have Phil’s Hobby Shop has a large selection of plastic models, a tough decision of what Lego building paints and glue. The store also supplies WarHammer 40k, set they would like on a recent trip to the Warhammer and Lord of the Rings miniatures. Walmart toy department.

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GENERAL CONTRACTOR 1. Hoffman Builders Location: 659 Chinook Dr., Defiance Phone: 419-782-2033 Hoffman Builders has been family-owned and operated for more than 25 years. To better serve their Defiance-area customers, they are members of the Home Builders’ Association and the BBB. Working closely with you throughout the construction process, they always strive to provide excellent customer service. Whether it is a home remodel, an addition, or construction of a new home, let the family-owned Hoffman Builders help your family make your dream home a reality!

2. McDonalds’ Design & Build, Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St., Defiance Phone: 419-782-4191 McDonalds’ Design & Build has been providing quality construction to northwest Ohio for over 60 years. As a general contractor they are committed to carrying on a family tradition of honesty, integrity, and quality workmanship. McDonalds’ Design & Build stands behind every phase of the construction process; no job is too large or too small. They work hard to deliver a quality product at a competitive cost in a timely manner.

3. Barth Builders & Supply Inc. Location: 1550 Ottawa Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1141 Barth Builders & Supply Inc. has been in business since 1961 and is still getting the job done right the first time at a price you can afford. All additions and new home designs are drawn out by hand so that the customer can see the finished product as accurately as possible. Barth Builders & Supply Inc. is BBB and VA approved and have been with the Home Builders Association for more than 50 years.

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CARPET & FLOORING 1. Morris Floor Covering Location: 330 Greenhouse Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m-5:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0801 Being a local business for nearly 40 years, Morris Floor Covering believes that its customers put trust them in return for a job well done. Their sales staff is always ready to assist you in selecting the best flooring to suit the needs of your family or business. Morris Floor Covering can help you with interior design and quality at no extra charge. Their installers take care and pride in their work to ensure the best installations.

2. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 Whether you’re looking for laminate or vinyl flooring, hardwood, tile, or carpet, Lowe’s has everything needed to create the perfect look for your home. From a wide selection of rugs to accessories like wall base and underfloor heating, you’ll find customizable solutions to all your flooring needs at Lowe’s.

3. Carpet Wholesalers Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Holland, Bowling Green, Van Wert Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6016 Carpet Wholesalers is proud of the reader support it received in the carpet and flooring category. Its 40 employees treat every project like they were working in their own home. From the time you start working with their professional design staff until the time their expert installers are cleaning up, they want you to feel like family. Carpet Wholesalers is a locally owned-family business, which is proud of its dedicated employees and 19,000 satisfied customers.

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HEATING & COOLING 1. Fitzenrider, Inc. Location: 827 Perry St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.- 6 p.m. on call 24 hours Phone: 419-784-0828

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2. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing Location: 1801 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4891 Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing has been a family-owned business since 1956 and strives to give customers the best service possible. It is a dealer and carrier of HVAC products and gives free estimates on the comfort system that best suits you and your home. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing provides heating, AC, and air purification as well as bath remodels, water systems, tank and tank-less water heaters, and more.

3. Scott Wagner Plumbing and Heating Inc. Location: 13055 Dohoney Road, Defiance; 05538 Road 13, Ottawa Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 24/7 emergency service available Phone: 419-782-1834, 419-876-3199 Scott Wagner Plumbing and Heating is the proud recipient of the Carrier President’s Award three years in a row. With 21 employees and more than 200 combined years of experience, Scott Wagner Plumbing and Heating is ready to respond to all of your plumbing and heating needs. When customers speak about Scott Wagner Plumbing and Heating, they often hear about honesty, promptness, and top-quality reliable service. Scott Wagner Plumbing and Heating: the perfect match in HVAC.

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PLUMBER 1. Mast Plumbing Company, Ltd. Location: 416 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. Phone: 419-782-5416 At Mast Plumbing, Dave and Sean rely on fair prices and quality workmanship to satisfy customers, new and old. They have customers that have been with them for over 30 years, and appreciate that loyalty. They also offer complete plumbing repair and replacement, water heaters, and sewer and drain cleaning. Mast Plumbing Company, Ltd. is fully insured and state licensed in plumbing and boiler replacement and repair (state ID # 24479).

2. Joshua Plumbing LLC. Location: 253 Corwin St., Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-782-1320 At Joshua Plumbing the focus is on service and not sales. Joshua Plumbing LLC. is in business to provide customers with service on a variety of plumbing issues such as sewer and drain cleaning, water line repair and replacement and fixture installation as well as minor plumbing repairs. They can stop a running toilet or run a camera through a sewer line. They are here to help you and also provide state certified back flow inspection.

3. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing Location: 1801 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4891 Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing has been a family-owned business since 1956 and strives to give customers the best service possible. They are a dealer and carrier of HVAC products and give free estimates on the comfort system that best suits you and your home. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing provides heating, AC, and air purification as well as bath remodels, water systems, tank and tank-less water heaters, and more. Dave and Sean Mast load up plumbing equipment to head out for a job.

ELECTRICIAN 1. Gustwiller Electric Supply Location: 1822 Spruce St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6762 Gustwiller Electric has been serving Defiance and the surrounding areas for more than 35 years. They have a great customer base which they recognize as being the main reason for their success. Gustwiller Electric Supply strives to provide customers with quality, professional work. Their electricians take the time to listen to you and work hard to fulfill your electrical needs. They look forward to working with you in the future.

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BEST ROOFER 1. Tri-County Roofing Location: 13883 County Road 162, Paulding Phone: 419-399-3964 Tri-County Roofing and home improvement goal is not just to meet, but rather exceed customer expectations. A few distinguishing characteristics they have built their reputation on are: hiring skilled craftsman, following OSHA safety guidelines, delivering professional customer service, continuing to improve system efficiency, staying up to date on technologies and materials and utilizing feedback to consistently strive for excellence.

2. Mansfield Construction Co. Location: 22583 Bowman Road, Defiance Phone: 419-393-2540 Mansfield Construction Co. always operates its business in an honest way. They stay on the job until it gets done and always clean up after each day’s work. Mansfield Construction Co. offers free estimates and suggests that customers get a few from other companies as well.

3. Dilly Door Company Location: 1640 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1181 Dilly Door has been committed to quality home improvement for more than 50 years. Dedicated to professionalism and detailed craftsmanship, Dilly Door can handle all your roofing needs. Whether you seek repair or complete replacement, they offer free estimates and excellent service. Protect your house and increase the value and curb appeal with a new roof from Dilly Door. Tri-County Roofing specializes in exceeding customer expectations.

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GARDEN CENTER 1. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 At Lowe’s, staff members know what makes your garden grow. From seeds to soils, wheelbarrows to window boxes, they have everything needed to make your garden spaces spring to life. All perennial plants, trees and shrubs come with a one-year guarantee.

2. Kircher’s Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5321 Family owned and operated since 1968, Kircher’s Flowers prides itself in being able to provide the highest quality products. They have a growing staff with a combined total of 75 years of experience. Their knowledgeable and friendly staff is an asset to any garden!

3. Menards Location: 08845 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Monday-Saturday 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0436

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LAWN EQUIPMENT 1. Arps Hardware Location: 1400 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. -8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1171 Arps Hardware is an authorized full-service Simplicity Dealer where customers get professional advice and assistance before and after the sale. All Simplicity products come fully assembled and tested and come with delivery and personal instructions on operation. Arps also carries MTD and Snapper walk-behind mowers as well as Echo chain saws, grass trimmers, leaf blowers and more. Arps also has reconditioned used mowers and provides service and parts for all brands.

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3. McCabe Outdoor Power Location: 1320 Ottawa Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-782-7876 McCabe Outdoor Power has a goal of giving top quality service to all customers. They sell Toro and Stihl products that are top in their class and to stock that parts that customers need to get them on their way.

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WINDOWS & DOORS 1. Seigman Siding and Window Specialists Location: Defiance/Ayersville Phone: 419-395-1150 “Where customers send their friends.� That’s where Seigman Siding and Window Specialists owe much of our success. Old fashioned workmanship is their goal. They approach each job with that customer’s needs in mind and give them results to be proud of. God, family and a hard work ethic have earned them the strong reputation for high standards and quality service that they strive for. Seigman Siding and Window Specialists are truly blessed to be awarded the trust and confidence of our customers.

2. Dilly Door Company Location: 1640 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1181 Dilly Door Company is a comprehensive resource for the purchase and installation of windows, entry doors, garage doors and garage door openers. You can cut your energy costs and improve the look of your home with our vast selection of doors and windows. Call Dilly Door Company for your free estimate.

3. Menards Location: 08845 N. St. Rt. 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Monday-Saturday 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0436

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2. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. Location: 20502 County Road 424 West, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday-8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-784-4808 People come to Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. because of trust. The latest survey has revealed that today’s average vehicle age is 10 years old and these same drivers intend to keep their cars another five years. That being said, proper repair and maintenance is a must. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. gives customers personalized service and the highest quality repairs at a reasonable price. They have built a very valuable long term relationship with customers and look forward to adding new ones to their “family.�

3. Gary’s Auto Repair Location: 621 Perry St., Defiance. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon. Phone: 419-784-1200 Gary’s offers a wide variety of services for your vehicle. Engine repair and tune-up, transmission and 4x4 drive line and suspension repair. They also do tire, brakes and lube services at reasonable rates. Stop and see Gary for service and repair at a price that’s fair. The staff at Gary’s tries its hardest to keep our customers happy and on the road.

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BODY SHOP 1. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. Location: 20502 County Road 424 West, Defiance Hours: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. , Monday - Friday; Saturday, 9 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-784-4808 Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. cares not only about the finished product, but about the customer as a person. Each customer is very valuable to them. Body shops that perform at the highest level of quality will get the majority of the work available in the area. Insurance companies will direct their customers to better performing shops. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. is a direct repair facility for nearly a dozen companies. Their continuing growth has made it necessary to expand its courtesy vehicle fleet to 50 vehicles. And, they have ASE certified technicians who stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing vehicle designs and construction.

2. Batt & Stevens Body Shop Location: 07959 Independence Road., Defiance (Jewell) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday by appointment only. Phone: 419-497-3111 Batt & Stevens has been in business for more than 25 years. They specialize in complete auto body repair and painting for all makes and models. Their technicians are ASE certified with all work being guaranteed. Batt & Stevens has earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Stop in for a free estimate today with no appointment necessary. Come in with confidence and drive out with satisfaction.

3. Estle Chevrolet Cadillac Collision Center Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-8015 With all the new renovations taking place, one thing remains the same at Estle Chevrolet Collision Center: high-quality service and commitment to customer satisfaction! Once you stop in you will see the difference and understand why Estle keeps growing.

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ENCLAVE No dress code. No reservations required. Welcome to three rows of first-class seating and a kind of Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance luxury you’ll call your own. Sure it’s Hours: Monday, Thursday 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday a.m.-3 and p.m.well appointed. stylish, 9 spacious But what really sets Enclave apart Phone: 419-782-8015 is its open, clean and elegant surroundings. All of this not only makes Estle Chevrolet Cadillac is a brand new, state of the art dealership that is building on a 30-year history. The new construction it your kind of luxury, but up to phase is finally over but they are still working daily to create a new dealership one satisfied customer at a time. From top seven of your closest friends’, too.

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LACROSSE It’s true, luxury has rules. But LaCrosse proves there’s no rule that says you have to follow them all. A big exception is its eAssist technology offering 36 hwy mpg – making it the most fuel - ef ficient sedan in its class* . We’ve given LaCrosse the smartest thinking, executed in the freshest ways. Equaling not only an enlightened luxury experience, but a relaxed one as well.

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2. Stykemain Buick GMC Location: 25124 Elliot Road, Defiance Hours: Monday,Thursday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.,Saturday 8-3 a.m. Phone: 1-866-501-2861 For three generations, the Stykemain family has been selling and servicing vehicles in Defiance and the surrounding areas. They take pride in treating each customer as part of their family and strive to meet each of their individual needs. They want to thank all of their customers for allowing them the opportunity to be selected for this award. The dealership looks forward BUICK to working with you while meeting your future transportation needs. ENCLAVE

3. Mark Moats Ford Location: 20793 County Road 424, Defiance Hours: Sales: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Service: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon. BUICK LACROSSE Phone: 419-784-5444

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Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Thursday, 8:30 a.m - 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8015 Estle Chevrolet Cadillac is a brand new, state of the art dealership that is building on a 30-year history. The new construction phase is finally over but they are still working daily to create a new dealership one satisfied customer at a time. From top quality service, body shop and parts, to new and used vehicle sales, they are there to serve you, our valued customers.

Location: 25124 Elliot Road., Defiance Hours: Monday,Thursday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 1-866-501-2861 For three generations, the Stykemain family has been selling and servicing vehicles in Defiance and the surrounding areas. They take pride in treating each customer as part of their family and strive to meet each of their individual needs. They want to thank all of their customers for allowing them the opportunity to be selected for this award. The dealership looks forward to working with you while meeting your future transportation needs.

3. Integrity Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Location: 20390 County Road 424., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m.-7p.m., Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7373 More than 300 used vehicles are available from the Integrity Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram big auto mall of dealerships. According to Auto Trader, Integrity Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram has the number one selection in northwest Ohio of unique and desirable pre-owned vehicles. Their commitment is to provide top-notch service and to find you the right vehicle that exceeds your expectations. You are the reason they are in business.

AUTO PARTS 1. Progressive Auto Parts - NAPA Location: 505 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6321 At Progressive Auto Parts, customer service is the primary goal. They try to treat every customer like they are the most important customer, because they are. Progressive Auto Parts - NAPA has a complete machine shop service, paint and body supplies, and quality NAPA auto parts at a fair price. Their most important asset, however, is their staff. They have the most experienced and knowledgeable employees in the area.

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Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit "A vacation getaway for your pet"

Planning a fall Getaway? Call Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit at 419-395-2571 to book your pet’s reservation today! Does your pet need a vacation during the holiday season? We are currently accepting reservations for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

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1. Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit Location: 17418 Harris Road. Hours: Monday-Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Phone: 419-395-2571 Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit is a family owned and operated business where pets and their owners are not just our customers but part of the Kountry Kennel family. They provide guests a variety of spacious and comfortable climate controlled accommodations and large secure outside play areas. At Kountry Kennel your pets’ comfort and care are the number one priority. Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit is, “a vacation getaway for your pet!�

2. Defiance Veterinary Clinic Location: 1730 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595 Defiance Veterinary Clinic understands that each pet has a special place in their family, and that leaving him or her with someone while traveling can be a source of anxiety and uncertainty. The staff at Defiance Veterinary Clinic takes great pride in attention to cleanliness and in providing the highest-quality care to each pet that stays there. They understand that each pet is unique, and make every effort to ensure that every pet is safe, happy, and healthy during their stay.

3. Pampered Pets Bed and Biscuit Location: 655 American Road (Napoleon), 2013 W. Cook Road (Ft. Wayne, IN) Hours: Napoleon: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-noon; Sun. 5-7 p.m. Ft. Wayne: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 5-7 p.m. Phone: 419-592-7387; 260-489-7387 Located on 28 beautiful acres, Pampered Pets Bed and Biscuit guests enjoy the area’s most upscale pet lodge, featuring grooming, day care, and training. Each of their guest pets receive a five-point wellness check daily, and are offered many fun activities to make their stay a true vacation! The facility has numerous veterinary technicians on staff, and access to veterinarians 24/7.

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PET GROOMING 1. Kristi’s Kanine Kuts Location: 23257 Watson Rd., Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-393-2229 With 30 years of combined experience, Kristi and Joy work together to provide professional pet grooming service to their clients. Why do people choose this grooming shop? Kristi and Joy have proven to be very reliable, professional and well informed of their client’s needs as well as offering services such as walk-ins for nail trims and express anal glands between regular grooms. These are two dedicated groomers who truly have a love for dogs.

Kristi and Joy have 30 years of combined experience as pet groomers. Here Kristi works on ‘Jake’s’ paw while Joy brushes ‘Nova’ at Kristi’s Kanine Kuts.

2. Just Dogs Grooming Salon Location: 131 E. Broadway St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7739 Just Dogs Grooming Salon pampers each and every one of their clients as if they were their own dogs. Their clients are the #1 priority, all day, every day, and their owners become dear friends!

3. Pet Supplies Plus Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0046 The grooming department at Pet Supplies Plus offers professional grooming to the surrounding area. The grooming staff includes Kim Kunkle, who has 12 years experience and can produce masterful cuts in a timely manner. The newest addition is Nicole Bustamante, who is starting a promising career as a groomer and is very precise in her grooms and perfecting her technique.

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VETERINARY OFFICE 1. Defiance Veterinary Clinic Location: 1730 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595

PET SUPPLIES 1. Pet Supplies Plus Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 419-782-0046 Phone: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Defiance Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility staffed by a family of professional and courteous doctors, technicians, and assistants. They are committed to providing personal and compassionate service with each and every visit. They take pride in knowing patients and strive to form a partnership with them regarding their pets’ health care.

Pet Supplies Plus strives to be “America’s Favorite Neighborhood Pet store.� They offer a wide selection of pet foods and supplies including a variety of natural cat/dog foods. They also offer a preferred pet club card. This card offers great savings and coupons plus it’s free to sign up!

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2. Town and Country Pets

Location: 8757 N. St. Rt. 66, Defiance Hours: Monday - Tuesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday 8 a.m.- 12 p.m.; Thursday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0166

3. Bryan Area Animal Hospital Location: 12771 St. Rt. 34, Bryan. Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm; Saturday 8am-Noon Phone: 419-636-3848 At the Bryan area Animal Hospital we strive to provide high quality, personalized care to you and your pet. It is our goal to help your pet live a long and healthy life to the best of our ability. We are dedicated to providing excellent quality of care and protecting your pets from disease and illness. Check out our website at www.mybryanvet.com or visit us on facebook.

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We would like to thank our clients for their loyalty and for voting us Best in the Region for 2012!

Location: 1858 E. Second St., Defiance (beside Kroger) Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7389 Town and Country Pets has been chosen as a reader favorite for years because we care. We care about our customers and we care about our animals. Every pet we sell has been treated with love and given the best possible care by our knowledgeable staff. Also, we are now only adopting out dogs and cats from the surrounding humane societies and other local rescues. Town and Country Pets is a locally owned business that is dedicated to our customers and their pets. Stop in today and let our friendly and knowledgeable staff help you take the best care of your best friend.

3. Walmart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390

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BAKERY 1. Meek’s Pastry Shop Location: 315 Clinton St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4871 Fresh breads, yummy cakes, delicious cookies and fantastic donuts! The sights and smells of fresh baked delectable delights will make your mouth water as soon as you walk through the door. Meek’s is still family owned and operated.

2. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Mon. - Sat. 24 hours; Sun 6 a.m.-Mid. Phone: 419-782-9156 Chief Supermarket has a full-service bakery with all of your traditional favorites, from donuts to specially decorated cakes. The Chief bakery is best known for Special Recipe Cookies made from scratch each day. Chief’s bakery associates are what make the Chief bakery a local favorite.

3. A Little Slice of Heaven Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Wednesday, Thursday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – noon. Phone: (419) 980-5250. A Little Slice of Heaven has great customer loyalty and a great deal of support from the Defiance community.

PRODUCE SECTION 1. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Rd, Defiance Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 We continue to offer the best quality and selection in town. Our friendly and knowledgable staff is something we pride ourselves on. We want your shopping experience with us to be the best, so we work hard to provide you with great products and a variety of choices. We continue to work closely with local farmers to guarantee our customers the very best!

2. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday - Saturday 24 hours; Sunday 6 a.m. - Midnight Phone: 419-782-9156 The produce at Chief Supermarket is the one of the best in the region due to many reasons, including quality and variety. However, it goes deeper than that with a friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean stores and eye-catching merchandising. Chief’s Produce Adventure sales offer quality produce at insanely low prices. Customers will always find Chief’s produce departments clean with fresh products consistently available to choose from.

3. Kroger Location: 1880 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742 Many people are unaware that Kroger has buying offices throughout the country. Kroger inspectors travel to the farms to carefully examine produce in the fields near your store. Look for locally grown produce during your next visit.

Kay Gerber enjoys a pecan roll and a cup of coffee every Friday morning at Meek’s Bakery.

Meijer’s produce section consistently ranks as one of the best in the area, offering a large selection of fresh quality fruits and vegetables. Here, produce department clerk Steve Coleman and produce team leader Jason Wonderly pause in front of a fully stocked display.

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MEAT COUNTER 1. Jacob’s Meats Location: 08127 St. Rt.. 66, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-Noon Phone: 419-782-7831 Jacob's Meats has been family owned and operated for more than 60 years. Top quality meats and friendly professional services is what makes us the area's favorite. Jacob's features a full line of USDA choice beef, lean trim pork, Amish poultry, seafood and a large selection of frozen foods. A full deli line of fresh sliced meats, Holmes County cheeses, our own smoked meats, and the area's finest homemade brats are also available. By the piece or the pound, you get only our best at Jacob's Top Quality Meats. Thank you for making us your best choice.

2. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday - Saturday 24 hours; Sunday 6 a.m. - Midnight Phone: 419-782-9156 Since 1951, Chief’s professional meat cutters have possessed a wealth of information. They still grind and cut beef fresh throughout the day, hand wrap each cut, and will gladly cut your meat to order. The experience of Chief associates in the meat department, quality USDA Choice beef, all natural pork, freshly ground cuts and Miller’s All Natural Chicken are all reasons customers think of Chief Premium Quality Meats when shopping for fresh meat.

3. Kroger Location: 1880 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742 With all of its different types and cuts of meat, the meat case can be a little intimidating. But at Kroger’s, our experts are ready to help. Kroger’s specialists in the meat department can we answer your basic questions, they’ll also share with you a variety of useful information such as nutrition facts, cooking instructions, recipes and more.

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Mike Stork (left) and Sue Burns hold a tray displaying a variety of meat choices that are offered at Jacob’s Meats in Defiance.

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GROCERY 1. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday - Saturday 24 hours; Sunday 6 a.m. - Midnight Phone: 419-782-9156 Chief Supermarket is a local family owned grocery store that has been a part of our community since 1951. Chief stands for honesty, fairness, and integrity. Customer service is still as much a focus today as it was in 1951. Chief believes in giving back and being involved in our community, while partnering with several groups in our community throughout the years to make Defiance a better place.

2. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Rd, Defiance, Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 Meijer strives to be “The Friendliest Store In Town.� The store offers a variety of national brands, Meijer brand and organics. The Meijer team focuses on the customer and making sure it provides the best shopping experience in town.

3. Kroger Location: 1880 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742 Kroger has served Defiance’s east side and outlying areas for more than 30 years. With a grocery, bakery, floral shop, pharmacy, deli, and butcher shop, Kroger strives to provide quality, convenience and value to its customers. The philosophy of Kroger is that serving customers is a privilege and that superior value and service is paramount to customer satisfaction. A mother and her sons shop in the produce section of Chief Supermarkets for bananas and oranges.

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BREAKFAST 1. Bob Evans Location: 900 North Clinton Street, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1350 The staff at Bob Evans prides itself in serving the best quality food to their guests. They have tried to stick to the core values Bob Evans himself started with. One of his many values was that `you treat your friends like family and strangers like friends’. They hope everyone that comes to visit Bob Evans feels this way.

2. Defiance Pancake House Location: 2023 S. Jefferson Hours: Monday – Sunday 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Phone: (419) 782- 1111

3. Kissner’s Restaurant Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Quality, service and large portions - these are just three of the many things that make Kissner’s special for breakfast. A nice selection of omelets and breakfast entrees plus a bottomless cup of fresh coffee makes Kissner’s a favorite place to start the day.

Cristina Gerencser (left) serves a guest a hearty breakfast of pancakes at Bob Evans.

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BUFFET 1. Asian Grill Buffet Location: 08959 Ohio 66 N., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10:30 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8988 The Asian Grill Buffet offers a variety of Chinese, Japanese and American Cuisine. Their food is always fresh and carefully prepared. It is an ‘all you can eat’ buffet. They have two party rooms available for get-togethers at no cost to customers. On Mondays for lunch seniors eat for $4.99 and on Tuesdays kids ages 3-10 years old eat free if accompanied by an adult for each child. Friday night is seafood buffet.

2. Frisch’s Big Boy Location: 1830 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 7 days a week 7 a.m.-11 p.m. (Dine-in, carry out, or drive through) Phone: 419-784-3421 The secret to preparing and maintaining an outstanding weekend breakfast buffet and a fantastic soup, salad, and fruit bar is an extraordinary team of committed managers and employees. Saturday and Sunday morning, an array of hot and fresh breakfast favorites can be found at Frisch’s Breakfast & Fruit Bar until 1:30 p.m. Consistent quality product along with a seasonal rotation of bar selections ensure that Frisch’s buffets remain a top choice among northwest Ohio diners.

3. Lefty’s Pizza Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 11:30 a.m.- 9 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0789 Offering a lunch buffet with variety from day to day, featuring fresh and hot items to choose from that will keep you coming back!

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Desirae Mack chooses some items from the buffet at the Asian Grill in Defiance.

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ALL U CAN EAT FRIED CHICKEN Every Monday

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ALL U CAN EAT FRIED FISH Every Friday

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2023 Jefferson Ave., Defiance • 419-782-1111 • Regular Hours: Monday - Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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APPETIZERS 1. Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279 Applebee’s has become a favorite for appetizers by providing something for everyone along with quality food and drinks, all at a reasonable price. For the lunch crowd they have our “all you can eat� soup and salad and a breadstick option. For the late night crowd they have half price appetizers. Applebee’s also still has the popular, the “two for $20 meals.�

2. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Rd., Defiance. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Executive Chef Aaron Weible has created a unique and varied Appetizer Menu for Sweetwater Chophouse. There are fifteen appetizers on our dinner menu. Some of our guests’ favorites include Creole Flatbread, Meteor Wings, Crab Quesadilla, Asian BBQ Tacos, and Roasted Turkey Spinach Dip. Our appetizers can be a meal in themselves, or to share before one of Chef’s delicious entrees, sandwiches, or pasta dishes -- all created with the freshest local and seasonal ingredients.

3. Buffalo Wild Wings Location: 1120 Hotel Dr., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday 11 a.m. - midnight; Thursday 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Phone: 419-784-9464 Buffalo Wild Wings offers a variety of snacks and starters. They also have 16 signature sauces and four dry rubs ranging from ‘smilin to screamin’ ‌ so very much variety to spice up your world! Don (left) and Jeff Cox are served an order of spinach and artichoke dip by Nick Garza.

MEXICAN 1. Azul Tequila

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Location: 1495 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2040 At Azul Tequila, the staff works hard as a team and love what they do. They give customers the service they would want to receive. Recipes from the owner’s parents and grandparents, combined with the hard work and dedication of the staff allow Azul Tequila to bring authentic recipes from the Jalisco region to northwest Ohio.

2. Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant Location: 1048 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7624

3. Senor Gringo’s Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0002 Senor Gringo’s started over 20 years ago in Chicago, Ill., and has restaurants in North Carolina, Virginia and six locations in Ohio. Senor Gringo’s has been serving residents of Defiance for eight years. The restaurant is proud to be named as one of the Best Mexican Restaurants in NW Ohio and looks forward to serving you. Remember, in this restaurant nothing is frozen except the margaritas.

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CHINESE 1. China Garden Location: 109 George Isaac Bld., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. -9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3888 China Garden has dedicated customers that enjoy their food and service. Those people are the reason China Garden has won first place in Chinese food for the past two years.

2. Hot Rice Location: In the Northtowne Mall, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday 11am-5pm Phone: 419-782-9838

3. Asian Grill Buffet Location: 08959 Ohio Rt. 66 North, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m.- 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8988 Asian Grill Buffet restaurant features a variety of authentic Chinese cuisine on its Sushi bar and Hibachi grill. They offer fresh ingredients allowing guests to prepare your own Chinese dish and their buffet also offers prepared Chinese dishes.

Sisters Amber (left) and Brittany Coressel enjoy lunch together using chopsticks at China Garden.

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COFFEE 1. Biggby Coffee Location: 720 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0266 At Biggby Coffee, the philosophy is B Happy, Have Fun, Make Friends, Love People, and Drink Great Coffee. Biggby has a wonderful community that embraces that philosophy as much as they do. They have a great staff that is always willing to serve and make things happen, and the product speaks for itself. Biggby has more than 12 blends of perfectly-roasted beans that are brewed fresh several times daily. Each latte is made unique, with espresso that can’t be found anywhere else. Biggby customers love to customize their orders by getting anything on the menu hot, frozen, over ice, or reduced-calorie. Biggby Coffee drinkers have become like family to the Biggby staff and they appreciate them greatly. They are the ones that add character to our location in Defiance, and the store would not be the same without them.

2. Cabin Fever Coffee Location: 312 Clinton St. and 1600 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Downtown: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Northtowne: Monday-Friday 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. Phone: Downtown; 419-782-5400 Northtowne: 419-784-JAVA Cabin Fever loves their coffee family and customers. They love seeing you walk in the doors and allowing them to be part of your day! They are there to put a smile on your face and to serve you an excellent gourmet drink. They love the fact that customers are comfortable meeting friends there for a perfect cup of coffee.

3. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. Phone: We’re so glad you like McDonald’s coffee-we do too! Our premium roast coffee is made with 100% Arabica beans. Whether it’s our freshly made coffee-iced or hot-or our mochas, lattes or other espresso drinks, there’s something for a variety of tastes.

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ICE CREAM 1. Eric’s All American Ice Cream Factory

DESSERT 1. Bud’s Restaurant

Location: Locations: 1830 E. Second St., Defiance; 1225 S. Clinton St., Defiance; 1022 Center St.., Bryan, OH Hours: Monday - Friday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday Noon - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-770-2422; 419-784-2422

Location: 505 2nd St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9101

Eric’s is grateful to be voted “Best Place for Ice Cream� for the sixth year in a row! They are thankful for their customers’ support and promise a dedication to the ice cream industry for many years to come. Stop by 1600 N. Clinton St. and enjoy Eric’s newest creation, Eric’s Irresistible Ice Cream.

When people say Bud’s, you know us for pie! But Bud’s doesn’t only have pie for dessert. The restaurant also has puddings such as tapioca and chocolate; warm bread pudding with warm butter sauce; rice pudding and a recent addition of the region’s best ice cream to go with the region’s best pie as Bud’s now sells ice cream from Eric’s All-American Ice Cream Factory.

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2. DQ Grill & Chill

Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Wednesday, Thursday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – noon. Phone: (419) 980-5250

Location: 1036 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 11a.m.-10:00 p.m. Phone: 419-784-3748 DQ has been a favorite since 1938. Premium DQ Soft Serve, which everyone loves, can be found in DQ Blizzard Treats, sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes, Moolattes, and more! DQ also has a new Orange Julius Premium Fruit Smoothie line that will knock your socks off! Locally owned and operated, we are sure to be your favorite! See you at DQ.

3. Friendly’s

A Little Slice of Heaven has good customer loyalty and a great deal of support from the Defiance community.

3. Friendly’s Location: 1455 N. Clinton St., Defiance; Hours: Sunday-Thursday 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m.-midnight, Saturday 7 a.m.-midnight. Phone: 419-784-0630

Location: 1455 N. Clinton St., Defiance; Hours: Sunday-Thursday 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m.-midnight, Saturday 7 a.m.-midnight. Phone: 419-784-0630

Friendly’s has 22 flavors of premium ice cream with specialty flavors coming and going. Guests can make up sundaes on their own or choose from a variety of sundaes on the Friendly’s menu.

Friendly’s has 22 flavors of premium ice cream with specialty flavors coming and going. Guests can make up sundaes on their own or choose from a variety of sundaes on the Friendly’s menu.

Allison Weber (right) serves an ice cream cone to Auggie Diehl at Eric’s All American Ice Cream Factory east-side location.

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FAST FOOD 1. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. McDonald’s has a commitment to deliver only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. They are always listening to what customers have to say and are dedicated to giving more delicious choices to feel good about in the months and years to come.

2. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St.., Defiance Hours: Dinning Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. ; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive thru open till 1 a.m. everyday. Phone: 419-782-0603 Dave Thomas made a promise to all of Wendy’s customers years ago. He promised we would deliver to each and every customer quick accurate friendly service, quality food, clean restaurants, and food safety. The staff tries to live up to those promises every day at Wendy’s of Defiance. They try to deliver a quality product each day and do so with a smile on their face. These are the reasons customers have selected Wendy’s as one of their favorite fast food restaurants.

3. Taco Bell Location: 1902 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0990 It’s a common sight to see a line of cars at McDonald’s drive thru during lunch. Readers know that McDonald’s offers fast service when they don’t have much time.

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HAMBURGERS 1. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dinning Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive-thru open till 1 a.m. everyday. Phone: 419-782-0603 Dave Thomas started Wendy’s with one main goal, to make the best hamburger in the business. Wendy’s motto is “Fresh Never Frozen.� All Wendy’s Hamburgers are made with fresh ground beef. Hamburgers are made to order. Each customer receives a hot and juicy hamburger. These are the reasons people love Wendy’s Hamburgers.

2. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. Phone: McDonald’s uses only 100% USDA-inspected beef to make its burger patties. That means nothing is added – no binders or fillers so McDonald customers can be sure they know exactly what’s in their hamburger.

3. Burger King Location: 1180 N. Clinton, Defiance. Hours: 24 hours a day Phone: 419-782-0603 Burger King’s goal is to deliver exceptional customer service to each and every customer during each and every visit while serving hot and fresh food. John (left) and Matt Seibert enjoy a lunch including Wendy’s famous hamburgers at Wendy’s in Defiance.

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FRENCH FRIES 1. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. McDonald’s fries’ distinctive taste is a result of their commitment to using only the highest quality ingredients. Their world famous fries are made from top-quality potatoes cooked in a Canola blend cooking oil, which provides 0 grams of trans fat per serving.

2. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dinning Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. ; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive thru open till 1 a.m. everyday. Phone: 419-782-0603 Fries on the side. Nothing goes better with a hot ’n juicy hamburger or plump, juicy chicken fillet than Wendy’s pipinghot fries cooked to beautiful, golden-brown perfection.

3. Burger King Location: 1180 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: 24 hours a day Phone: 419-782-0603

We appreciate your business all these years and are looking forward to the future. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.

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FISH 1. Captain D’s Seafood Location: 08923 Ohio 66 North, Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10:45 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday - Saturday 10:45 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-784-2004 Captain D’s Seafood offers a top quality seafood product that is made hot and fresh, by hand and made specially for its guests. Captain D’s, believes in friends serving friends great seafood everyday.

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Scotty takes great pride in using only high quality fish and oil. The team at Scotty’s works very hard to serve their customers.

3. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Top quality, large servings and the alternative of grilled fish is what sets Kissner’s apart. The lightly hand breaded, fresh water walleye (pickerel) has been a customer favorite for years.

Location: 14232 St.. Ohio 111, Defiance Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Monday 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-3932261

LUNCH 1. Bud’s Restaurant Location: 505 Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9101 Autmn Appleton (left) and Jackie Aldrich display a fish platter at Captain D’s.

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Bud’s became the reader favorite by being consistent. Consistent quality and constantly serving the customers favorite specials while adding new ones is what has made Bud’s what it is. The staff at Bud’s has found that you have to know your customers and give them what they ask for.

2. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Home cooking and fast service are what make Kissner’s lunch specials, special! Kissner’s uses a lot of mom’s recipes for lunch plate and soups. Cooking from scratch is the best way and our customers deserve the best.

3. Breadstyx Bistro Location: 200 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday- Saturday 7 a.m.- 8 p.m Phone: 419-782-5106

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PIZZA 1. Lefty’s Pizza Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 11:30 a.m.- 9 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0789 Lefty’s is dedicated to providing customers friendly and courteous service and the best tasting pizza, using only the best ingredients; no imitations. The Lefty’s staff continually does its best to make each dining experience with them a memorable one. This is why Lefty’s Pizza is the readers’ favorite again this year!

2. Pizza Hut Wingstreet Location: 1133 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Phone: 419-782-8314 Pizza Hut Wingstreet strives to consistently provide a great experience! Whether diners are looking to dine-in, order delivery, or carry out, Pizza Hut Wingstreet has great team members who are focused on the product: great Pizza Hut pizza, pasta, and wings. The newly remodeled facility with all-new furnishings, finishes, and decor has helped it become current and to be noticed by readers. Maybe it’s kind of basic, but the staff tries to be nice, timely, and have great food!

3. Marco’s Location: 623 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Tuesday 1 p m - 1 a.m.; Wednesday-Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-784-1555 Why do people love Marco’s pizza? The freshest possible ingredients, outstanding customer service and product value are what the customer can expect at all Marco’s Pizza locations. The dough and sauce is made fresh daily and the cheese is always fresh, never frozen. Marco’s Pizza is involved in its communities and cares about its employees. Marco’s attention to detail is never comprised - that’s what makes Marco’s Pizza “simply the best.�

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PIZZA DELIVERY 1. Lefty’s Pizza

Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; FridaySaturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 11:30 a.m.- 9 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0789 Lefty’s continually looks for ways to ensure that its pizza is delivered fresh, hot, and as quickly as possible. The focus on satisfying the customers’ needs is why you’ve made us the readers’ favorite in this category.

2. Marco’s Pizza Location: 623 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Tuesday 1 p.m. - 1 a.m.; WednesdaySunday 10:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-784-1555 Why do people love Marco’s pizza? The freshest possible ingredients, outstanding customer service and product value are what the customer can expect at all Marco’s Pizza locations. The dough and sauce is made fresh daily and the cheese is always fresh, never frozen. Marco’s Pizza is involved in its communities and cares about its employees. Marco’s attention to detail is never comprised-that’s what makes Marco’s Pizza “simply the best.�

3. Domino’s Pizza Charlie Miler (left) and James Oehler prepare to deliver pizzas from Lefty’s.

Location: 847 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - midnight; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-2383

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SALAD 1. Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279 Applebee’s has become a favorite in these categories by providing something for everyone and quality food and drinks at a reasonable price. For the lunch crowd they have an “all you can eat� soup/salad and bread stick option. For the late night crowd Applebee’s has half price appetizers as well as the most popular, “two for $20 dinner.�

2. Bob Evans Location: 900 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday- Thursday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1350 The staff at Bob Evans prides itself in serving the best quality food to their guests. They try to stick to the core values Bob Evans himself started with. One of those values was that you treat your friends like family and strangers like friends.

3. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Whether it’s for lunch or dinner, Sweetwater Chophouse’s unique and delicious salads are sure to please! Our salads come in small and large sizes, depending on your appetite, and you may choose to add grilled chicken or shrimp if you prefer. All of our salad dressings are house-made in Chef Aaron’s kitchen. Some customer favorites include the Sweet Wedge, The Rock, Walnut Chicken, and Royal Salmon Caesar.

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SUBS 1. Subway Location: 825 N. Clinton Street, Defiance, 1804 N. Clinton (Walmart), 1203 S. Clinton St. Hours: Open early for breakfast. Phone: 419-782-2448, 419-782 2558, 419-782-0143 Subway offers a wide variety of subs that are made the way you like them with vegetables cut fresh and bread baked daily. They attribute their winning way to the great customers that visit Subway daily making their job enjoyable each and every day.

2. Breadstyx Bistro Location: 200 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday- Saturday 7 a.m.- 8 p.m Phone: 419-782-5106

3 (tie). Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-956-0925

3 (tie). Padrone’s Location: 1800 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-5255

Logan Sunday (left) and Gavin Becher finish up a sandwich for a guest at the south side Subway in Defiance.

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LIVE MUSIC VENUE 1. Sweetwater Chophouse

Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279

Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Every Saturday night. Phone: 419-785-4434

We have become a favorite in these categories by providing something for everyone and quality food and drinks at a reasonable price. For the lunch crowd we have our “all you can eat� soup/salad and bread stick option. For our late night crowd we have our half price appetizers. We of course still have our most popular, “two for $20.� We’d like to thank everyone who continues to support us. We hope to see you soon.

Overlooking the beautiful 18th Hole at Eagle Rock Golf Club, Sweetwater Chophouse is the place to be before AND after your round of golf, or just to enjoy a beautiful setting for drinks or a meal with friends. Every Saturday night all summer, come Party on the Patio with great area bands playing your favorite music, along with fantastic food and drink specials! Catch your favorite game on one of our five TV’s, including a wall-size big-screen TV, pool table, dartboards, foosball, and indoor shuffleboard. You’ll enjoy our full bar with seasonal beers, great menu of specialty drinks, and lots of fun on tap.

2. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434

2. The Station Bar & Grill Location: 1121 Harrison St.., Defiance, Hours: 7 days a week; 11 am to 2:30 am Phone: 419-782-1685

At Sweetwater Chophouse, you will enjoy a wide variety of menu choices from our Seared Meats menu. Our steaks are cooked to your specification, seasoned with our signature “Chef Aaron’s Dust�, and grilled on our lava rock range. Enjoy your choice of a tender and flavorful Ribeye, T-Bone, New York Strip, Sirloin, or Filet Mignon.

3. Miami & Erie Lounge Location: 406 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. Phone: 419-782-0360

3 (tie). Jewell CafÊ Location: 27983 Jewell Road, Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 5 p.m.-8 p.m; Friday 4 p.m.9 p.m.; Saturday 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-497-5211 Delectable prime rib, the house specialty, is Jewell’s most popular selection, and is always available. Their filet Mignon Server Angie Powell displays a steak dinner is tender and juicy, and the rib-eye and New York strip steaks at Applebees. are cut fresh and cooked to each guest’s preference. Whether you’re in the mood for a steak, seafood, their seasoned chicken breast, a specialty salad, or a burger and hand-dipped onion rings, Jewell offers a wide variety of meals for any size appetite.

3 (tie). Primos Location: 501 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining room: Wed.-Sat. 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Bar: Wed.-Sat. 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Upstairs: Fri. & Sat. 10 p.m.- 2 a.m. Phone: 419-782-6669

From all of us at Eagle Rock Golf Club and Sweetwater Chophouse.

Over the past year, Primos has been making changes to offer Defiance the best food, entertainment, and atmosphere. Primos is no longer just an Italian restaurant (although Primos classics are still available). The staff at Primos urge’s you to try something new, like the best fish tacos in town, signature smoked wings, or one of their delicious house-cut steaks.

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WINGS 1. Buffalo Wild Wings Location: 1120 Hotel Dr., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday 11 a.m.-Midnight ; Thursday 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Phone: 419-784-9464 The staff works extremely hard to satisfy guests each time they come into Buffalo Wild Wings. The Buffalo Wild Wing team is very proud to have received this award and we will continue to do everything they can do to keep guests coming back for more.

2. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-956-0925

3. Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279 Applebee’s has become a favorite for appetizers by providing something for everyone along with quality food and drinks, all at a reasonable price. For the lunch crowd they have our “all you can eat� soup and salad and a bread stick option. For the late night crowd they have half price appetizers. Applebee’s also still has the popular “two for $20 meals.�

Andy Martinez (left), Chasity Lindeman and Sebastian Guel enjoy lunch which includes an order of Buffalo Wild Wings classic wings.

VALUE MEALS 1. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. - 12 a.m.

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You know a good deal when you see one – which is why you’ve voted McDonald’s your favorite place for value meals! Whether it’s breakfast and you’re craving an Extra Value Meal with an Egg McMuffin, hash brown and coffee or a Big Mac Extra Value meal for later, your food is always made for you right when you order.

2. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dinning Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. ; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. ; Drive-thru open till 1 a.m. everyday. Phone: 419-782-0603

3. Taco Bell Location: 1902 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0990

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BAR/TAVERN 1. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 A friendly corner tavern for over 80 years is the best way to describe Kissner’s. Whether it’s after a ball game or before prom, Kissner’s is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that offers a large variety of food and spirits. The original decor adds to the overall experience of time honored service to the customer. The staff of Kissner’s is honored to have placed in four different categories again this year.

2. The Station Bar & Grill Location: 1121 Harrison St.., Defiance, Hours: 7 days a week; 11 am to 2:30 am Phone: 419-782-1685

3. Primos Location: 501 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining room: Wed.-Sat. 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Bar: Wed.-Sat. 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Upstairs: Fri. & Sat. 10 p.m.- 2 a.m. Phone: 419-782-6669 The staff at Primos strives to give guests great food, top-notch service, an inviting atmosphere, and the coldest drinks around. Please stop in to the one and only Primos and try one of the signature shots, delicious pizzas, or a cold beer. They also have a nightclub upstairs, open Friday and Saturday nights from 10 p.m.-2 a.m., and are also available for all of your private party needs. Join us Wednesdays for half-off appetizers and 50-cent chicken wings, Thursdays for Mexican night, or Friday and Saturday for prime rib. Rob Brown (left) and Karl Kissner put the finishing touches on a blended drink at Kissner’s Restaurant and Bar.

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BOWLING ALLEY 1. Holiday Lanes

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Location: 1601 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday open at 4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday open at 1 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8786 Customer service has always been important to us. We have tried to provide an atmosphere where you could bring the entire family and enjoy yourself!

2. Defiance Recreation Location: 1923 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 12:30pm-1am; Saturday, 12:30 pm-2am; Sunday, 12:30pm-11pm Phone: 419-784-3666 Defiance Recreation offers the newest equipment in seating, automatic scoring, lane dressing and ball drilling. Our preventive maintenance program results in fewer breakdowns. We also have a USBC Bronze Coaching program, which has resulted in several state tournament finalists in recent years. We cater to family gatherings and birthday parties, trying to bring younger generations back to bowling.

3. C&H Lanes Location: 1942 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-12 a.m.; Friday, 5:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday , 9 a.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. -11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0881 Every year our clientele has improved with the help of our customers. In seven years, we’ve made substantial improvements. We’ve created more seating area for our bowlers. If you’re hungry, we now have more counter space with a larger menu and have a new and improved bar area. We specialize in holding events for families such as birthday parties, reunions, fund raiser, benefits, you name it and we’ll try it. We have our men’s and women’s leagues (Monday-Thursday, Saturday & Sunday), Friday night is Cosmic Bowling and we focus hard on family fun. We have youth programs on Saturday morning’s, ages 3 -19 years old. Dan’s Pro Shop can drill new or used equipment and can order anything and everything within a day or two.

1. Eagle Rock Golf Club Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance Hours: Dawn to Dusk Phone: 419-782-2101 Eagle Rock Golf Club has been open to the public since June 2011. Our vision is to provide the opportunity for everyone to enjoy the game of golf at the most beautiful course in Northwest Ohio. We have had a busy and exciting 2012 season so far, and are grateful for all of the encouragement we’ve received. We’re growing fast, and look forward to being the Reader’s #1 Golf Club Choice again in 2013, with your continued support!

2. Auglaize Golf Club Location: 19062 Ohio 111, Defiance Hours: Dawn to dusk, weather permitting Phone: 419-393-2211 Customer service is Auglaize Golf Club’s number one goal. The course is proud to be voted as one of the best conditioned in the area.

3. St. Mike’s Golf Course Location: 26298 Mekus Road, Defiance, Hours: Sunday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone: 419-497-4675 St. Mikes is a public golf course that offers an enjoyable 18 holes and reasonable prices as well as full banquet facilities.

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SOCIAL / SERVICE CLUB 1. Defiance Eagles Aerie #372 Location: 711 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1761 Defiance Eagles Aerie #372 has a spacious social room to accommodate its large membership of men and women. We are a very friendly club, with daily lunch specials and a regular menu for our members and the public. Come join us!

2. VFW Post 3360 Location: 201 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Summer Hours: Monday-Wednesday 7 a.m. -10:30 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday 7 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-8 p.m. (Kitchen open to public Monday-Friday 11 a.m. -1 p.m.) Phone: 419-782-2756 VFW Post 3360 is a fraternal organization dedicated to participating in community functions such as: Memorial Day, Flag Day, POW/MIA Vigil, Halloween Parade, Veteran’s Day, Relay for Life and Pearl Harbor Day. They also participate in funeral services for deceased veterans on request and make visits to area rest homes and hospitals. They donate to charitable organizations and are involved in youth programs like Christmas/Easter For Kids, school visitation and sponsor youth softball and wrestling and post the colors at all Defiance High School home football games.

3. Rotary Club of Defiance

RECEPTION HALL 1. Knights of Columbus Hall Location: 111 Elliott Road., Defiance Hours: 419-782-3536 Phone: Rental Info: 419-395-1047 K of C Hall is a rental facility available to the public for numerous types of functions. The hall capacity is more than 500 people in the main hall. There are 35 round tables, over 70 rectangular tables and 600 chairs available for use at the facility. Clean up at the end of the rental event is part of the service provided by the K of C. A large kitchen equipped to prepare meals, large walk in cooler for storage and bar serving area is available for use by the renting party. The bar area comes complete with two serving guns for soda as well as ice machines for rental use. Parts of the rental facility have high ceilings to give a feeling of spaciousness and avoid the feeling of being confined.

2. UAW Local 211 Location: 2120 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5399 The UAW Local 211 facility holds 450 people, and has a full kitchen for guests to use. Wedding receptions, graduation parties, reunions, anniversary parties, benefits, and more can all be held there! The hall also has a stage for DJs or bands. There are trustees on call 24 hours a day if they are needed.

3. Defiance Eagles 372 Location: 711 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1761 The Defiance Eagles 372 reception hall can accommodate 500 people, and is handicap-accessible. It has options for long or round tables, as well as a TV, DVD player and video players to suit your rental needs.

Location: Hours: Meetings are every Monday at Noon at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Phone: 419-782-7166 Rotary International is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace worldwide. Locally, some of the things Rotary does is to give back to the Defiance community approximately $50,000 a year, immunize children and support the World Community Workshop at the Defiance College. If you believe in service above self, check us out at www.defiancerotary.org.

Bill Shipman (left) and Cora Athy enjoy a break from work together at the Eagles in Defiance. Athy has been an Eagles member for 21 years and has worked in the kitchen for 20 years while Shipman has been employed for 16 years and has been a member for more than 40 years.

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