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Our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards contest is underway. It’s time to vote for your favorite local businesses and people to be recognized as Fauquier Times Readers’ Choice Award winners. Your voice matters.

Nominate your favorite places, personalities, businesses and organizations in more than 100 categories and help them rise to the top.Now through Aug. 19, you can mail the ballots to us, drop them by our office (Fau quier

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BEST ACCOUNTANT BEST AUTO REPAIR BEST BANK BEST BARBER BEST PIERCING/ TATTOO SHOP BEST CAR WASH BEST CARPETS/FLOORING BEST CATERER BEST CELL PHONE PROVIDER BEST CERAMIC TILER BEST CHILDCARE CENTER BEST CHIROPRACTOR BEST CONTRACTOR BEST DANCE STUDIO BEST DENTIST BEST DOCTOR BEST DRY CLEANERS BEST ELECTRICIAN BEST EYE DOCTOR BEST FINANCIAL ADVISOR BEST GARDENING/ NURSERY BEST GYM/ FITNESS CLUB BEST HAIR SALON BEST HANDYMAN BEST HARDWARE BEST HVAC BEST INSURANCE AGENT BEST LANDSCAPER BEST LAWYER BEST LODGING/ B&B BEST NAIL SALON BEST PAINTER BEST PET GROOMER BEST PET MOTEL/ KENNEL BEST DOG WALKER BEST PHARMACY BEST PLUMBER BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT BEST RIDING LESSONS BEST ROOFER BEST SENIOR CARE FACILITY BEST TOWING BEST TREE SERVICE BEST PHOTOGRAPHER BEST SUMMER CAMP

BEST VET (SMALL ANIMALS) BEST VET (LARGE ANIMALS) BEST WEDDING VENUE BEST ALL YOU CAN EAT BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE

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pawsawhilepetmotel.com • (540) 347-4855 BEST PET GROOMER BEST PET MOTEL BEST DOG WALKER

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On Cover

Since we were unable to have our annual court house photo this year due to COVID we thought it would be fun to feature winners in a collage of caricatures.

We hope you’ll have fun identifying some of the Readers’ Choice winners.

ILLUSTRATIONS BY ANNAMARIA WARD AND VINCENT SALES

Best All You Can Eat

Food & Drink

Mandarin Buffet

Best Asian Restaurant

Best Chef

Todd Eisenhower - Black Bear Bistro

Faang Thai Restaurant

Best Coffee

Deja Brew

Best Bakery

Great Harvest

Best Date Restaurant

Claires at the Depot

Best Bar

Molly’s Irish Pub Best Barista

Kristen Trivett - Deja Brew

Best Outdoor Seating Restaurant

Best Farmers Market

Five Guys

Best Food Truck

Happy Family

Claire’s at the Depot Best Burger

Altered Suds

Best Diner

Best French Fries

Best Brunch

Best Brewery

Ellie’s Place

Best BBQ

Frost Dinner

Cafe Torino

Ellie’s Place

Warrenton Farmers Market

Best Breakfast

Best Italian Restaurant

Best Lunch Under 10

Frost Dinner

Sibby’s

Ellie’s Place

Best Dessert

Best Bartender

Lindsay Davis - Denim & Pearls

Best Ice Cream Shop

Best Happy Hour

Denim & Pearls

Prohibition

Ellie’s Place Best Pizza

Spitony’s

Best Restaurant

Ellie’s Place Best Server

Ann Dial - Ellie’s Place Best Sports Bar

Molly’s Irish Pub See FOOD & DRINK, page 18

Thank you

for voting us # 1

When Experience Counts.

Voted Best Lawyer

Thank you for your support!

12507 Elk Run Church Rd Midland Va 22728

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Thank you for all of your support over this difficult year. Remember you are always welcome to contact me regarding your criminal, civil, and estate planning needs.

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Best Wait Staff

FOOD & DRINK, from page 17

Ellie’s Place

Best Steakhouse

Best Winery

Longhorn Best Vegetarian Menu

Pearmund Cellars

Natural Marketplace

The Grape Vine

Retail

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Best Antique Shop

Choice Award

Best Wine Store

Thank you for voting us The Best Veterinary Hospital, Fauquier!

We’ve been proud to help you and your pets for more than 39 years.

2020 has had its unique challenges, but our wonderful clientele make every day a good one here at New Baltimore Animal Hospital.

Fox Den Antique Mall Best New Car Dealership

Country Chevrolet

Best Used Car Dealership

Country Chevrolet Best Consignment

Deja Vu

Best Florist

Village Florist Best Furniture

Rankin’s Furniture

NEW BALTIMORE Animal Hospital

5296 Lee Highway, Warrenton Va 20187 • 540-347-0964 newbaltimoreanimalhospital.com Visit us on Facebook

Thank you!

Best Jewelry Store

Hartman Jewelers Best Grocery Store

Harris Teeter Best Men’s Clothing

JoS. A Banks

Thank you to the many voters who participated in the 2020 Fauquier Times Readers Choice Awards.

I appreciate this Recognition! It has been an honor to represent you on the Warrenton Town Council. I look forward to continuing to to work with my colleagues on council as we set clear goals and policies that both reflect the needs of our community and are vital to the long-term success of our town STAY IN TOUCH Phone: 540-272-5329 Email: Rcarlos@warrentonva.gov Facebook: Renard Carlos-Warrenton Town Councilmember Twitter: Va_Councilmember_Carlos Instagram: Va_Councilmember_Carlos

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Best Shoe Store

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Best Women’s Clothing

Marshalls

Studio Luxe Boutique

Best Sporting Goods Store

Best Unique Gift Store

Truine Shooting Sports

Latitudes

Services Best Accountant

Marshall Consulting Group Best Auto Repair

RCS Fleet Services Best Bank

The Fauquier Bank Best Barber

Lee’s Barber Best Piercing

Devine Line Best Car Wash

White Horse Auto Wash Best Carpets Flooring

Miller Carpets Best Caterer

Ellies Place Best Cell Phone Provider

Verizon Wireless Best Ceramic Tiler

Tyler Reaves

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Miller Carpets Fine flooring since 1968 - Proudly Family Owned & Operated Offering our clients superior customer service & quality

Thank you for voting us #1!

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SERVICES, from page 19

A Circle of People You Can

TRUST

MARSHALL CONSULTING GROUP Certified Public Accountants

Best Childcare Center

Warrenton Baptist Tiny Tots Best Chiropractor

Thomas Nicolai - Fauquier Chiropractic Best Contractor

Millsburg Hunt Best Dance Studio

Lasley Center for the Performing Arts Accounting Services Strategic CEO Services Tax Planning & Prep Financial Projections Budgeting Analysis Bookkeeping Financial Statements Estate & Trust Tax Prep Business Consulting Estate Planning ... and more!

Douglas M. Marshall, III CPA Managing Principal

Best Dentist

Dr. Jelinek Best Doctor

Dr. Joshua Jakum Best Dry Cleaners

Acclaim Cleaners Best Electrician

Appleton Campbell Best Eye Doctor

Dr. Shannon Moore Best Financial Advisor

Member Wealth Management Best Gardening Nursery

Thank You For Voting Us

Best Accountant!

Best Gym Fitness Club -TIE

360 Health & Fitness | The Main Street Wellness Co. Best Hair Salon

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Fifth Street Salon Best Handyman

Appleton Campbell

Thank you for voting for us!

Best Brunch

Meadows Farm

Best Date Restaurant

Dr. Thomas Nicolai is a chiropractor serving Warrenton and the surrounding communities.

Our chiropractor and the rest of the friendly team at Fauquier Chiropractic are dedicated to chiropractic solutions to target your unique needs, whether you are suffering from back pain, neck pain, headaches, or even just plain old muscular tightness and tension. You may need pain relief after suffering an accident, experiencing an injury, or if you have a specific condition such as chronic back pain or a spinal condition; even if you just want to improve your overall health, our chiropractor can help you achieve your wellness goals!

Fauquier Chiropractic

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Sincere thanks for voting Fauquier Chiropractic as the best chiropractor in Fauquier County.

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Best Hardware

Rankin’s Hardware Best HVAC

Appleton Campbell Best Insurance Agent

Greg Crown - Farmers Insurance Best Landscaper

Blue Ridge Property Management Best Lawyer

Marie Washington

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Best Nail Salon

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Best Painter

Wally Carte

Best Pet Groomer

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Best Pet Motel

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Best Dog Walker

Paws A While Best Pharmacy

Walmart

Best Plumber

Appleton Campbell Best Real Estate Agent

CULPEPER

David Hodges

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The Fifth St. Salon

Award

2020

Readers’ Choice Award

Thank you for voting us the Best Hair Salon in Fauquier!

Thank you for voting Todd Eisenhower the Best Chef in Fauquier County!

We appreciate your support and look forward to providing the best food and service in Fauquier County for many years to come.

BLACK BEAR BISTRO & BRICK OVEN 32 Main Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 540-428-1005 • blackbearbistro.com

Jessica Griffith 15 N Fifth St Warrenton VA 20186 540.878.6995 By appointment only

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Best Tree Service

SERVICES, from page 21

Best Riding Lessons Facility

Sterly Harbor

Bartlett Tree Experts Best Vet (Small Animals)

Best Roofer

New Baltimore Animal Hospital

Millsburg Hunt Best Senior Care Facility

Best Instagram Page

Best Vet (Large Animal)

White Springs

New Baltimore Animal Hospital

Best Towing

Best Wedding Venue

Foster’s Towing Service

Public Space Studio Luxe

Best Local Politician

Renard Carlos

Gloria’s

Arts & Entertainment

Best Golf Club

Stonewall Golf Club Best Local Band

Best Local Photographer

Best Park Outdoor Adventure

Unearthed Photographical

CR Crockett Park

Loathsome Wind

Jailhouse Museum

Best Local Museum

Best Summer Camp

Best Local Artist

Best Music Lessons

Best Live Music

Palmer Smith

On The Cover:

1. Claire’s At The Depot 2. Dan Kutruff - The Grapevine 3. Chris Drerenberger, Elizabeth Verna and Cristi Rorbaugh - Natural Market Place 4. Marie Washington 5. Chris Pearmund 6. Kalie Lasley - Lasley Centre 7. Lee Owsley - Latitudes 8. Mike Miller - Best Piercing 9. Casey - Molly’s Irish Pub 10. David Hartman

Clifton Institute

Modal Music Studios 11. Douglas Marshall - Marshall Consulting 12. Todd Eisenhauer 13. Renard Carlos 14. Katie Wilcox - Fauquier Bank 15. Kent Rankin - Rankin’s Hardware 16. Mr. Rankin - Rankin’s Hardware 17. Palmer Smith 18. Tim Morris - UVA Community Credit Union 19. Amber and Andrea Ferrero 20. David Foster - Foster’s Towing 21. Kristen Trivett

Fat Tuesday’s

22. Marc Bogan, Patrick Heijmen and Abbie Ford - Fauquier Bank 23. Corey Ross and Casey Ward Brewery Altered Suds 24. Jessica Griffith - Fifth St. Salon 25. Chris Bauer, Dan Mudge, Brian Chafin, Gokhan Oldugugibi 26. Back row L-R: Jaimie, Lisa, Dodie, Sheryl, Doreen; Front row L-R: Dr. Shannon Moore, Beth, Heather, Dr. Lisa Butterfield 27. Zan, Ellie and Ann Dial - Ellie’s Place 28. Tom Nikolai and Barbara Sisk -

Fauquier Chiropractic 29. Kelly, Anna, Laura, Lily and Blue NC Nails 30. New Baltimore Animal Hospital 31. Colby Gaines, Lisa Royston and Meagan Shrevel - Happy Family Ranch 32. Michael Appleton, Scott Wayland and Mike Appleton - Appleton Campbell 33. Davy, Meagan and Bella - White Horse Auto 34. Chris Bauer and Dan Mudge Modal Music 35. Great Harvest Bakery

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Readers’ Choice Award

Voted Best Bakery!

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! Great Harvest Bread Co.

108 Main St Warrenton Va. 20186 • 540-878-5200 http://www.WarrentonBread.com/

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