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2017 BEST OF FORSYTH — it means you’re the best of the best. It means that in a county lauded with an endless supply of awards and recognition for its schools, quality of life, education of residents and more, you stand supreme. When we at the Forsyth County News launched BEST OF FORSYTH in 2015, we should have known it would turn into something larger than life, but frankly, we didn’t. Today, you see BEST OF FORSYTH on storefronts, social media pages, signs and advertisements throughout our county. You see it as a symbol of quality and as a symbol of greatness. It’s a celebration that’s growing with the Forsyth County News. More people today read the FCN than ever before, and by a wide margin. You read the Forsyth County News in print, on the web and from your phone. You watch our videos and have lively discussions about all types of Forsyth news on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Like so many other categories, Forsyth County is leading local media forward across the nation. In 2016, the Harvard Business School’s Innovator-in-Residence named the Forsyth County News winner of the Mega-Innovation Award for newspapers, an award in which the finalists included the parent companies of both the Dallas Morning
News and The Oklahoman. Of course, we couldn’t do it without you, and you continue to amaze us. The 2017 BEST OF FORSYTH contest received a record 230,258 votes at ForsythNews.com/ BestOf, and we added our first-ever BEST OF FORSYTH : RED CARPET EVENT, a celebration of more than 240 winners. As Forsyth’s leader in media for more than a century, we’re fully committed to charging forward with you. We’re committed to reaching out and engaging this community, identifying the information you want to receive and the platforms through which you want to receive it. We’re not slowing down. We’re speeding up, and we know you are, too. Through these pages, you’ll see many of the people and businesses paving the pathway forward for Forsyth County. We congratulate them as champions. You, Forsyth County, have named them 2017 BEST OF FORSYTH. Best Regards, Vince Johnson, Publisher
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DC Cheek gives back to community Dustin and Jessica Cheek are thrilled to be the title sponsors of the 2017 Best Of Forsyth: The Red Carpet Event as a way to say thank you to the community that has supported them since Dustin’s father started DC Cheek Heating & Cooling as a family business in 1997. That community has voted the Forsyth-based company Best Of winners three years in a row now, and the Cheeks are excited to be able to give back. When Dustin’s father, David Cheek, opened the business, he probably didn’t know he was laying the foundation for the success DC Cheek has today, with services that reach Cumming, Forsyth County, Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek, Milton and Sugar Hill, but he certainly made it possible. Now, DC Cheek provides heating and air conditioning services, water purification, air duct cleaning and water testing to homes and for residential services. They also recently expanded their offer-
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‘We’re grateful to be members of Forsyth County. We love it here.’ Jessica Cheek
Co-owner, DC Cheek ings to now provide residential plumbing services. The family-owned and -operated company sponsors the Forsyth Forecast in the Forsyth County News and at ForsythNews.com and sponsored Camp Chronicles in 2016, a documentary film that followed Forsyth Central High School’s football team as they prepared for the season. Dustin Cheek, a Forsyth Central High School graduate, and his wife give back in more ways than providing top-notch
heating, cooling and plumbing services to Forsyth County and the surrounding area. They donate to Special Olympics of Forsyth County, and they helped feed families in need during the holidays through The Place of Forsyth County. They also donate to Jesse’s House and United Way of Forsyth County, among other volunteer projects. In 2017, DC Cheek will be donating a portion of their proceeds to The Cure, which works with children fighting cancer in Atlanta. They will also be donating a portion of their proceeds gained from water purification services to a third-world country. “We’re grateful to be members of Forsyth County,” Jessica Cheek said. “We love it here.”
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Winners Accounting / Tax Prep
Johnston & Associates
Acupuncture
Cumming Acupunture
Aftermarket Auto Repair Scott’s Auto Center
Air & Heating Service DC Cheek
American Restaurant Marlow’s Tavern
Appliance Store
Sears Home Appliance Showroom
Architect
Paul Hamby Architect
Art Gallery
Parsons Gallery
Asian Restaurant Kani House
Assisted Living Community
Gracemont Assisted Living
Audio Video Solutions AV Excellence
Audiologist
Audiology Hears
Autobody repair
Main Source Collision
Bank
Citizens Bank of Forsyth
Bankruptcy Attorney
The Hamilton Law Firm
Banquet Facilities
B&B Awards
Bail Bond Company
Jailbuster’s Inc.
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Bravura
Brunch
Rick Tanner’s
Burger
Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College
Grub Burger
Bar
Nothing Bundt Cake
Barbecue Restaurant
Audition Audio & Electronics
Barber Shop
Castle Car Wash
Beauty Salon
Dr. Michael Waller Cardiology of South Forsyth
The Black Diamond Grill
‘Cue
Cake & Desserts
Car Audio & Electronics Car Wash
Cumming Barbershop
The Loft Salon at Hammonds Crossing
Bicycle Store
Reality Bikes
Boat Dealership
PULL Watersports
Bookkeeper
Bean & Byte Counters
Bookstore
Humpus Bumpus
Cardiologist
Carpet/Flooring Store Flack’s Flooring
Carpet Cleaning SureClean
Catering
Chef Kern
Certification Training Operation 21
Charity Event
Booster Club
Relay For Life Of Forsyth Co.
Boutique
Todd Hogan - Branchwater
Breakfast
Primrose School of East Cumming
Pinecrest Athletic Club (PAC)
Dress Up
Awards/Engraving
Bridal Shop
BB’s Bagels
Brew Pub
Cherry Street Brewing Co-Op
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Children’s Clothing Store Kid To Kid
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The Siemon Law Firm committed to each individual case First and foremost, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the Forsyth County News readers for your votes and support. Many of our attorneys and staff call Forsyth County home, and we are deeply committed to this community. Sam Siemon grew up in Forsyth County, and both Sam and Josie Siemon have served as president of the Forsyth County Bar Association. All three partners — Sam, Josie and Shawna — are proud to call Forsyth County home for themselves and their children. The Siemon Law Firm is widely known as one of the largest and most respected family law firms in Georgia. We are highly skilled lawyers who strive for the best possible outcomes in divorce, child custody, marital property division and other family law cases. To these cases, we commit our hearts, our
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souls and the full legal resources of our firm. The most important characteristic of our law firm is the depth to which our attorneys are committed to our clients. When the future of your family is on the line, you need lawyers who take your concerns as seriously as you do. Family law involves all of the things in life that are most important to you: your relationships, your children and your property. While protecting your rights and securing favorable outcomes are always our main priority, we never lose sight of the human side of a legal matter. We understand that family law issues are intensely personal, and we never forget how important it is to receive prompt, compassionate responses to your questions and concerns. While none are as important to us
as this recognition here in Forsyth County, our firm has been recognized for our commitment to our clients both online and in print, including the Super Lawyers edition of Atlanta Magazine in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. When you hire The Siemon Law Firm, you are not just hiring one person to represent you — you get a team of lawyers and staff that are committed to one thing: the best interest of you and your children. If you find yourself in need of strong legal representation during a divorce or child custody matter, our team is here to provide results you need. We can be reached at 770-5214316 or at siemonlawfirm.com.
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Morrow Family Medicine a favorite in Forsyth Dr. Jim Morrow has been practicing family medicine in our community since 1998. In June 2011, he opened his own practice where he combines old fashion care with the best technology available. In 2016, Morrow Family Medicine opened a second location in Milton, bringing their quality of care to the people of North Fulton. He believes that these are the building blocks necessary to give his patients what they need and deserve from a family doctor. Dr. Morrow has served on multiple boards over the years, giving his time and expertise to a variety of community needs. In 2014, he was named the Entrepreneur of the Year by the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and was also named the Community Leader of the Year by the
Metro Atlanta Chamber. Now, Morrow Family Medicine has now been named “Best of Forsyth� three years in a row. He and his wife, Peggie, created the Morrow Community Foundation, which, in four years has raised over $170,000 to help support Forsyth County Schools technology initiative, BYOT. These funds provide Internet service to homes without it. The children who now use that service say it has been lifechanging. The funds their foundation has provided have improved the education of a large, deserving part of our community. The hours, expertise and love Dr. Jim Morrow puts into his community are inspiring and sincere. As long as he is a part of Forsyth County, the community will benefit.
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We cater to people who love delicious food. Since 1988, Chef Kern has offered creative full-service catering to groups of 15 to 3,000 in Atlanta and North Georgia with all natural cuisine options that are both tasty and healthy—from Italian to Southwestern, from Southern classics to authentic Cajun delights. Whether cooked fresh on-site minutes before dining or packaged for convenient pick up, our fine food is always impressively delicious. Check out our vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options too.
Winners Children’s Dentist
Corporate Apparel
Dr. John J. Haffner All Stars Pediatric Dentistry
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Children’s Fitness
Fusion Gymnastics
University of North Georgia Professional & Continuing Education
Children’s Hospital
Cosmetic Surgeon
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Chiropractor
Wellness for Life Chiropractic
Church
Mountain Lake Church
Cigar Shop
Blue Havana II
Civic Club
Rotary Club Of Forsyth Co.
Civil Attorney
Banks, Stubbs & McFarland
Cleaning Company - Residential Regal Maid Service
Coffee Shop
Rendezvous Café
College/University
University Of North Georgia
Commercial Real Estate
Corporate Training
Dr. Chris Killingsworth Atlanta Aesthetics
Counselor
Beyond Today Counseling
Credit Union
Georgia United Credit Union
Criminal Attorney
Zeliff & Watson
Cuban Restaurant
Coco’s Cuban Restaurant
Document Shredding & Disposal 1st Secure Shredding
Dry Cleaners
Chris Cleaners & Clothes Spa
Ear, Nose, & Throat ENT Institute
Electric/Gas Provider Sawnee EMC
Electrical Contractor
Mr. Value Electricians
Elementary School
Whitlow Elementary School
Endodontics
Forsyth Endodonitics
Estate Planning Attorney
Culinary Specialty Store
Renee Welch Boling Rice, LLC
Custom Framing
DJ Alexander Entertainment
Dance Studio
6140 Events
Dream Dinners
In & Out Photo
Cumming Dance Academy
Day Spa
Image Salon & Spa
Event Entertainment Event Venues
Family Entertainment Stars & Strikes
Family Law Attorney
Keller Williams Commercial Bader Real Estate
Dealership Service Department
The Siemon Law Firm
Community Event
Cumming Country Fair & Festival
Deli
Marie’s Italian Deli
Morrow Family Medicine
Computer Repair
Dentistry / Cosmetic Dentistry
Giorgio’s Italian Restaurant
Contractor/Remodeler
Dermatologist
Chick-fil-A - Lanier Crossing
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Lanier Dental Partners
Dr. Alexander Gross Georgia Dermatology Center
Family Practice
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You name the event, Chef Kern has you covered About Chef Kern Born in Berwick, Louisiana, a quaint town in the heart of south Louisiana’s bayou country, Chef Kern began his adventure into the fine art and aromas of Cajun, French, Creole and Italian cooking. His studies and culinary experiences continued through New Orleans, Baton Rouge and onto Atlanta. For the next few years, Chef Kern contracted himself as an executive chef to many hotels and country clubs throughout Atlanta, Florida and the Carolinas. In 1988, Chef Kern began his full-service catering and hospitality company. Chef Kern’s specialties include Cajun, French, Italian, Southwestern, Mediterranean and Classic Southern Cuisines. Chef Kern Chiasson applies creative, fresh ideas and knowledge to his defined style of seasoning, always committed to providing the freshest and healthiest food available.
Onsite Catering Division Chef Kern’s Onsite Catering has been creating memorable and unique catered events throughout Atlanta and North Georgia since 1988. Chef Kern specializes in food cooked fresh onsite from one of our industrial kitchen-equipped mobile units, minutes before you and your guest’s dig in. Our professional, courteous staff will ensure your event runs smoothly. You’ll enjoy a creative and elegant presentation,
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from the big picture to the smallest detail. From intimate gatherings of 10 to grand affairs of 3,000, we are your complete catering and event planning solution.
Fine Foods Division In 2009, Chef Kern opened his store specializing in fresh salads, dressings, entrees, desserts and freshly frozen gumbos, soups and entrees. Our healthy, tasty and original meals are designed for families with convenience in mind, packaged for quick and easy pickup. We have many gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. In 2016 Chef Kern’s launched a commercial division of our fine foods, to provide the Military with healthy meal options and for wholesale distribution.
PureWild Seafood Company In June of 2017, Chef Kern’s is launching his domestic seafood company, offering wild caught shrimp, blue crab, catfish and crawfish. We have established a professional team that ethically catches, processes and packages our premium seafood. “Our products are pure and our catch is wild.” Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube! Upcoming post include tasty creations, nutrition, inspiring stories and much more! @chefkern
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Thank you to our community for voting Scott’s Auto Center BEST 3 years in a row George Sheriffs Youth Homes, Family Haven, Peachtree Parkway Improvement District, The Community Connection, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta, The Fish 104.7 Auto Repair Network and No Longer Bound — as well as the proud sponsor Forsyth County News Sports “The Grind Championship.” At Scott’s Auto Center, our number one goal is complete customer satisfaction. Every day, with every customer, we focus on providing quality care combined with top-notch, friendly and trusted customer service. Our reputation continues to speak for itself.
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Fitness Center / Gym
Gun Store
Bulls Eye Marksman
Gutter Maintenance
Action Gutter Cleaning
Gymnastics
Ice Cream Store Dairy Queen
Imaging Services
Medica Forsyth
Immigration Attorney
Genesis Performance & Fitness Systems
Cumming Recreation Department Cumming Gymsations/Dobbs Creek
Matherne Immigration Partners, LLC
Fitness Retail Store
Happy Hour
Justin Adams - Farmers
Totally Running
Floral Arrangements
Insurance Agent
Castleberry Ale House
Insurance Company
Funky Mountain Flowers
Hardware Store
State Farm - Rusty Smith
Ace Hardware
Frozen Yogurt
Health & Beauty
Allison Havill Todd AHT Interiors
Health Care Insurance
Internal Medicine Associates Johns Creek
The Chill Hill
Funeral Home
Ingram Funeral Home
Chelli Garrett, Color Specialist Image Salon
AmeriCard Savings
Furniture Store
The Boutique by No Longer Bound
Garage Doors
Health Food
Wildflower Eatery
Hearing Aid Center
Interior Designer
Internal Medicine
Italian Restaurant
Giorgio’s Italian Restaurant
Jewelry Store
Graves Overhead Doors
All American Hearing Aid Centers
Lance’s Jewelry
Gastroentrology
High School
Junk Removal
Atlanta Gastroentrology Assoc.
Forsyth Central High School
General Store
Hobby Shop
Goodson Drugs
Atlanta Hobby
Glass & Mirror
Home Repair/Handyman
SafeLite
Golf Course
Polo Golf & Country Club
Grading & Hauling
Darrell Dinsmore Grading
Grocery Store Sprouts
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Junk King
Landscaping
Lawn Envy
Lasik Surgery
Handy Hero Handyman Services & Remodeling
Milan Eye Center
Hospital
Post Road Library
Hotel
Cumming Playhouse
Northside Hospital-Forsyth
Hampton Inn
Library
Live Theatre
Lumber Yard
Thomas Lumber Company
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Marie’s Italian Deli uses old family recipes All of us here at Marie’s Italian Deli want to say thank you for voting us Best Deli again this year. What an honor! We appreciate all of you! At Marie’s, we use our family recipes passed down for generations and the highest-quality ingredients to create our pizzas, calzones, soups, sauces and salads. The moment you walk through the door, you will notice what sets us apart from the rest. The smell of garlic sautéing in a cast iron skillet to be used in our family’s marinara sauce made daily or the homemade meatballs being rolled and baked to perfection. Our pizzas are hand-tossed using madefrom-scratch pizza dough, and the deli sandwiches are made with freshly baked
bread and fine Italian meats and cheeses. Hearty soups and healthy deli salads are made in-house every day. We also specialize in party trays and catering events large and small. And while you are here don’t forget to check out our fresh-made meals available to take home and bake, such as lasagna, baked ziti or chicken marsala, to name a few. We also have a cozy bar serving wine and beer. We are committed to providing the best quality service possible … we pride ourselves on exceptional food, a warm, welcoming environment and a staff that treats you like a member of the family. Come by and smell for yourself. We would love to meet you and make you part of our Marie’s family!
Gracemont Senior Living: Making A Difference Every Day Because We Can Gracemont Senior Living, A Five Star Senior Living community, a leader and innovator in the senior living industry, today announces that it has been named “The Best of The Best Assisted Living” by Forsyth County News. Gracemont was selected as The Best Assisted Living by over 220,000 citizens of Forsyth County. Forsyth County News polled citizens to choose the community they feel provides the best option for assisted living. “We are extremely pleased and honored to have gained the confidence and admiration of our friends and residents of Forsyth County as The Best Assisted Living,” said Kara Marinko, Gracemont Executive Director.
“Being selected as The Best Assisted Living is a reflection of our core values, passionate and hardworking team members who put people first,” said Jessi Barton, Community Relations Director of Gracemont. “Congratulations to our team members for their tireless efforts. These valued associates make a difference each and every day in the lives of our residents and family members.” Marinko adds: “We are proud to receive this award. I feel our commitment to hiring, training and retaining our employees and the customer service we exhibit to not only our residents but members of Forsyth County are the core reasons we were selected for this highly regarded award.”
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Fountain Financial strives to help individuals, families Fountain Financial Advisors would like to thank the Forsyth community for the honor of voting us “Best in Forsyth” for the second year! David Fountain, Senior Financial Planner, brings more than 24 years of professional financial planning and investment management experience and can help you address a comprehensive range of services. From first meeting David, you will witness his passion for not only his profession, but for helping individuals and families realize their dreams. David is a resident of Forsyth County and is very active in the community. When not working, he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his wife, Kim, two teenage daughters, Ashley and Megan, and Samantha, their golden retriever. Ashley is pursuing her college degree at Wake Forest University and Megan attends North Forsyth High School. The Fountains are also very involved in their faith community at Browns Bridge Church. At Fountain Financial Advisors, we partner with you to develop a tailored strategy for your individual needs, which may include investment advice, retirement planning, estate planning and college planning. Over the past 24 years, we have learned that each individual comes with different circumstances and objectives. We understand the importance of providing flexibility
when it comes to solutions, strategies and financial tools that are made available to you. David is proactive and has a hands-on approach while creating tailored objective solutions for his clients. Retirement analysis and asset management are two of the main areas where David utilizes his expertise. Another area that David is passionate about is helping families with college planning. David will work with you to identify what Your Best Strategy® is to pay for college. This process focuses on college selection, financial aid (merit and needs based), tax aid and use of personal (financial) resources. To make intelligent decisions in these four areas requires specialized knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, taxes, investing and financial planning. Even if families have people advising them in these areas, it is very difficult to pull that expertise together for college planning and retirement purposes. That is his specialization and what he can do to improve the college planning process for your family. As your trusted Financial Planner, Fountain Financial Advisors will be there from your first consultation through the achievement of milestones throughout your retirement. Call us today to make sure you are on the correct path for a comfortable retirement!
THANKS TO EVERYBODY THAT VOTED... Because now it's official! Gracemont Senior Living is officially the #1 Assisted Living community in Forsyth County! With award-winning memory care, spacious accommodations, gourmet, restaurant style dining, full-service housekeeping, a 24-hour onsite staff, and a wonderful activities calendar, it’s no surprise that we’re the best of the best. We also offer respite stays, so you can try life at the #1 Assisted Living community in the area without the commitment.
Schedule a tour for yourself, and see what makes Gracemont #1!
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Baba’s Gyro & Kabob
Men’s Clothing Store
Brits Clothiers - Vickery
Mexican Restaurant Los Rios
Middle School
Otwell Middle School
Mortgage Lender
Brandi Lane Movement Mortgage
Moving Company
Jason Taylor Moving & Storage
Music Store
Ponce De Leon
Nail Salon
Lee Nails
Park
Party Rentals Pawn Shop Pediatrics
Periodontics
Building Bridges Therapy
Off-Road Dealership
Southern Off-Road Specialist
Optometrist
ForSight Eye Center
Oral Surgeon
Dr. Richard Meaders & Dr. Justin Young Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
Orthodontics
Personal Injury Attorney
David Van Sant - Van Sant Law
Personal Placement Agency The Talmadge Group
Personal trainer
Chris Sexton Onelife Fitness Atlanta
Pest Control
Causey Orthodontics
All Exterminating
Orthopedics
Pet Daycare Center
Resurgens Orthopaedics
Outpatient Surgery
Dr. Clay Copher - NASA Surgery
Package Store
Westside Beverage
Paint Store
Sherwin Williams
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Painters
Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber Of Commerce
Happy Dogs
Pet Groomer
Canine Couture Grooming
Pet Hospital
Crestview Animal Hospital
Pet Sitting Services
Happy Tails Pet Sitting
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Selling in 2017? Choose the Cole Team, voted top in Forsyth for 3 straight years Thank you for honoring the COLE TEAM with Solid Source Realty, Inc. as your top real estate team in Forsyth County three years in a row. The COLE TEAM, Meriellen Cole Arenz and Stephanie Cole Patterson, are a full-time mother/daughter team with over 45 years of experience dedicated to making their clients home selling and buying experience worry-free, enjoyable and most importantly successful. There are a lot of choices when it comes to choosing a Realtor. The COLE TEAM offers you a strong track record of results and a passion for serving others. They approach every aspect of business in a fresh and innovative way, setting them apart from competition. Both Meriellen and Stephanie agree that their biggest measurement of suc-
cess is their client’s satisfaction. With nearly 100 Zillow reviews plus the many experiences shared on their COLE TEAM Facebook page, it’s no surprise year after year they are among the top 1% in the nation. This talented duo is always the key contact for their clients. They are involved in every stage of the home selling/buying process. However, they don’t do it all alone. They have crafted together a talented team of experts to ensure their client’s best experience possible. If you or someone you care about is thinking of a move call the COLE TEAM. They’d be honored to serve you in 2017! Visit ColeTeamRealEstate. com or Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/ColeTeamRealEstate/ or call 770-316-3110.
AV Excellence stays one step ahead with technology First, we are honored and humbled and would like to thank everyone in the Forsyth County community for voting us for Best of Forsyth 2017. Robert Lewis (President) started this company in 2010 with a grand vision to change the relationship between customers and electronics. He started with one truck and a garage townhouse for storage and office. He has now expanded to an amazing team with multiple vehicles and a 4,000-squarefoot showroom in Cumming. Robert wants to take a customer’s dream for smart technology innovation and well-designed entertainment space and make it come to life. Our staff loves creating themed rooms or custom outdoor space. At AV Excellence, we
want the artistic freedom to be able to say “yes” to how functional and energy efficient a home or office can really be. The technology is always changing, and we stay one step ahead every day. Robert and his staff at Audio Video Excellence can build any home audio or video system for indoor and outdoor space, security cameras and systems, and new construction low-voltage pre-wire for commercial and residential projects. We sell brands that we can rely on, with longer warranty and better tech support. We offer full automation options to make your home energy efficient with lighting and HVAC controls. You will never be alone when you choose AVX. www.myavx.com (855)8569289
Let Our Family Move Yours Aerial Photography • Professional Photography • Professional Staging Domination on Zillow, Realtor.com & Hundreds of Websites Stunning Video & Virtual Tours • Agent to Agent Outreach Mobile & Social Media Marketing that Sells
Thank you for voting us the BEST OF FORSYTH three years in a row!
Selling in 2017?
Call us today. We’d love to serve you!
770.316.3110
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Primrose School continues to be a favorite among Forsyth parents Much thanks and appreciation to all the people who voted for Primrose School of Cumming East as Best Child Care Center! We are humbled and honored to win the “Best Of Forsyth� award for this category for the third year in a row. During our 24 years, we have been a partner with hundreds of Forsyth County families to provide a caring, supportive, educational environment. We have always strongly believed in and ardently strived for delivery of a daily Primrose Experience
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that creates the best foundation for success in each child. Through the years we have been exceptionally blessed with wonderful, responsible, dedicated, and fun staff members. Our school environment is all about working hard, caring about our work, and having fun at the same time ... and our families are major participants. All of us thank you for acknowledging Primrose School of Cumming East with your vote!
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Thank you us BEST AGAIN! Thank youfor forvoting voting us BEST! For 23 25 years, years, our hashas partnered with Forsyth familiesfamilies to provide For ourschool school partnered with Forsyth to provide the best foundation for success for their children. Call us today. the best foundation for success for their children. Call us today.
CONTACT OUR SCHOOL TO SCHEDULE A TOUR. Primrose School of Cumming East 1245 Sanders Road | Cumming, GA 30041 770.889.9900 | PrimroseCummingEast.com
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Winners Pet Store
Rucker Pet
Pet Trainer
Sean Killoran - Follow My Lead
Pharmacy
Lakeside Pharmacy
Photographer
Lily McGregor Photography
Physical Therapist
Pro Performance Therapy
Pilates / Yoga Studio
Breathe Yoga Atlanta
Pizza
Mellow Mushroom
Place For Kids To Have Fun Warbington Farms
Place To Volunteer
Humane Society Of Forsyth Co.
Place To Work
Forsyth County Schools
Plumber
Pressure Washing Company
School Administrator
LCS Pressure Washing & Roof Cleaning
Steve Miller - Otwell Middle School
Printing & Graphics Company
Linda Cattanach Pinecrest Academy
Alexander Printing
Private Investigator
Patricia Lane Investigations
Private School
School Teacher
Seafood Restaurant
Norman’s Landing
Security Company
Pinecrest Academy
Callaway Security
Professional Development Trainer
Self Storage Facility
Possibility Partners, LLC
Psychiatrist
GA 400 Storage
Senior Care
Georgia Behavioral Health Professionals
The Villas At Canterfield
Real Estate Agent
Bank’s Tanks
John Cook Keller Williams Realty
Septic Services Shoe Store
DSW - Designer Shoe Warehouse
Real Estate Closing attorney Boling Rice, LLC
Shopping Mall
The Collection at Forsyth
Real Estate Company
Cole Team Real Estate Solid Source Realty
Retail Gift Shop
Spa Services
NAVA Salon | Beauty
Sporting Goods Retail
Bobby Amos
Parsons Gifts
Podiatrist
Cork & Barrel
Rosati’s Pizza & Sports Pub
Romantic Restaurant
Sports Leagues
Village Podiatry
Pool Services
Absolute Pool & Spa
Preschool
Cumming First United Methodist Church Preschool
Retail Wine Shop
Tam’s Backstage
Roofing Contractor
Hopewell Roofing
Sandwiches
Firehouse Subs
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Hammond’s Fishing Center
Sports Bar
i9 Sports
Steak
Texas Roadhouse
Summer Camp
Forsyth YMCA
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Thank You for voting us the BEST Auto Body Repair of Forsyth!
Your Car, Your Choice! 770.889.1331
www.MainSourceCollision.com 2350 Industrial Park Blvd | Cumming, GA 30041
Main Source Collision dedicated to quality service Thank you Forsyth! A family-owned business with over 50 years experience, Main Source Collision is proud to serve the people of Forsyth County. Jeff and Lynzi Kiser have been the owners of Main Source Collision since 2009 and are committed to both customers and the county they have called home for 15 years. As a third generation certified auto body technician, Jeff not only knows what it takes to satisfy his customers but is hands on in the shop, with his crew, everyday. Honest appraisals, the highest quality of work possible and a sincere desire to help people are core values of Main Source Collision. Since becoming business
owners in Forsyth County in 2009, Main Source Collision has been active in the community, supporting local sports programs and local schools and, in addition, providing internship programs for new apprentices. Passing on his years of experience to new apprentices is only part of the program. Jeff and Lynzi instill their sense of community and quality approach to customer excellence to each and every employee and intern. Everyone at Main Source Collision shares the commitment to quality, care and total customer satisfaction. When you find yourself in need of automotive body repairs, Main Source Collision wants you to know it is “your car, your choice.�
The insurance companies cannot dictate where you have your vehicle repaired. The decision is yours. Main Source Collision offers a lifetime warranty on all of their work and guarantees fair and honest appraisals.
It is both humbling and gratifying to be rewarded for our quality of service, ethics and general business practices by the public we serve. Thank you Forsyth County for choosing Main Source Collision as the best!
Thanks for voting us Best
Plumber in Forsyth!
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Bobby Amos most trusted name in plumbing Master Plumber Bobby Amos is proud to be the go-to plumber for businesses and homeowners throughout Forsyth and surrounding counties. Bobby works hard to earn his reputation by providing the best customer care and most complete plumbing service in our county, doing it right the first time and in a timely manner. Whether it’s basic plumbing needs or emergency repairs, Bobby is always responsive and courteous. Bobby began his plumbing career in 1986 working for his older brother, Pete, at Amos Plumbing and Electric.
Here, he gained experience in all areas of plumbing, including sewer line repair, working with main waterlines, residential and commercial plumbing, installation and repairs. Bobby left his family’s business in 2000 to open his own company, where he is backflow-certified and specializes in all types of home and commercial plumbing. Bobby is fully licensed, bonded and insured, and has become Forsyth County’s most trusted name in the plumbing business.
Ace Hardware thanks Forsyth for voting for us for the third year Ace Hardware Forsyth County thanks you for selecting America’s most celebrated “Helpful Place” for the third year in a row as “2017 Best Hardware Store of Forsyth.” Our mission is to provide customers with convenience combined with superior service through one-on-one expert advice and assistance. The Ace Hardware Company Forsyth utilizes a H.I.S. Philosphy (honor, integrity, service) in all they do to bring world class service to the residents of Forsyth County and the surrounding areas. This falls in line with Ace Hardware winning 10 straight customer service awards from JD Powers.
Thank You!
The five stores are packed with hard to find essential products and services and some of the most respected brand names to help people take care of their homes: Yeti, Eno, Big Green Egg, Weber, Kamado Joe, Stihl, Husqvarna, Toro, Craftsman and Cabot Stain to name a few. Services include small engine repair (TheShop@ Ace), paint matching, key cutting, lock re-keying, screen repair, delivery/pickup, assembly, special orders and more. Visit www.hardwareforsyth.com for more information or to order online. Thank you for shopping local and thank you Forsyth County for this GREAT Honor!
Monday-Friday 7:30am–7:00pm Saturday 8:00am–7:00pm Sunday 11:00am–6:00pm
www.hardwareforsyth.com
For voting us Best Hardware Store of Forsyth for 3 consecutive years!
Ace Hardware Midway 4947 Atlanta Hwy. Alpharetta, GA 30004 770.475.5688
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Ace Hardware Hwy 20 2000 Canton Hwy. Cumming, GA 30040 770-887-2225
Ace Hardware Hammonds Crossing 4715 Hammond Ind. Dr. Cumming, GA 30041 770.888.2440
Ace Hardware Suwanee at Shakerag 7710 McGinnis Ferry Rd. Suwanee, GA 30024 678.666.1310
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Winners Sushi Restaurant Rice
Takeout
Happy Family
Tanning Salon
The Sun Deck
Taxi/Limousine Service
Double Platinum Limousines
Technical College
Lanier Technical College
Tex-Mex Restaurant
Tacos & Tequilas
Thrift Store
No Longer Bound Thrift Store
Tire Store
Dekalb Tire
Tools / Equipment Rental Store Terry’s Equipment Sales & Tool Rental
Towing Service
K&K Towing & Recovery
Travel Agency
Web Design Company
Aqua Blue Studios
Wedding Coordinator
Shannon Moss Your Vacation Helper
Jennifer Mineo - Events by Dezine
Tutoring Center
Lighthouse Window Cleaning
Tuxedo Rental
North Georgia Window Replacement
Huntington Learning Center
Tuxedo WearHouse
Urgent Care
Children’s Healthcare Of Atlanta
Used Car Dealership
Andean Chevrolet
Vein Specialists
North Georgia Vein
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Veterinarian
Dr. John McGruder Crestview Animal Hospital
Window Cleaning Window Company
Window Tinting
Solarworks Tinting
Wings
Roosters Café
Women’s Clothing Store Memento Boutique
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Lanier Crossing Chick-fil-A dedicated to customers Chick-fil-A at Lanier Crossing would like to thank you for voting us best fast food restaurant. At Chick-fil-A at Lanier Crossing, we believe in providing our guests the best restaurant experience we can. Our team prides itself on providing great tasting food and a comfortable environment in which to enjoy it. We’re committed to providing Second Mile Service and we strive to exceed your expectations. Whether it’s the friendly greeting as you walk in, the hot food or the comfortable dining environment, we hope you will have a great experience at our restaurant. Community is important
to us, and it is our hope that we can enrich the lives of all of our customers. We enjoy getting to know our guests and look forward to any opportunity to give back to this community who has so graciously supported us. The next time you’re in our restaurant, please introduce yourself. It would be our pleasure to meet you. Thank you for your loyalty to Chick-fil-A. We look forward to continuing to serve this great community!
Voted Best Gift Shop in Forsyth County 3 years in a row!
Introducing the 2015 Spring Collection from PANDORA
Chick-fil-A Lanier Crossing 653 Atlanta Rd Cumming, 30040
525 Lakeland Plaza, Cumming, GA 30040
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“On behalf of the entire team here at Chick-fil-A Lanier Crossing, I would like to sincerely thank the residents of Forsyth for making us the #1 fast service food restaurant in the county for three years in a row! We have strived to forge a strong partnership with the local community for many years, whether it be school fundraisers, military appreciation, or just free Ice Dream for the kids. We are truly honored to serve you, and I look forward to seeing you on your next visit to Chick-fil-A Lanier Crossing.” -Mike Ridzon, Owner Chick-fil-A Lanier Crossing
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Try our Superfood Side!
Blend of hand-chopped kale and Broccolini®
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The Villas at Canterfield meets needs of seniors To quote Mark Twain: “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” If only these words from this beloved American humorist were true for all of us! However, no matter our sense of humor or unmindfulness, the real world dictates that our bodies do age with passing years. Some of us continue on into retirement “full steam ahead,” while others must slow down and adapt, but all of us face changes in one form or another. The Villas at Canterfield retirement community was created to meet the wide variety of needs within the aging population. We offer several residential options starting with our active, independent lifestyle full of exciting experiences to our comprehensive Memory Care assistance programs.
In other words, The Villas at Canterfield continuum of care model offers our residents the full spectrum of residential opportunities that, in turn, allow retirees to do a wonderful thing: to age in place safely and hassle-free. In June 2016, The Villas at Canterfield completed our final phase for Independent Living on our campus. Our new facilities include more 2-bedroom Villas as well as a luxurious Independent Living rental apartment building. The elegant décor throughout the campus, coupled with the numerous amenities included in our monthly rental fee, far exceeds normal expectations. If you are close to making that “independent lifestyle, retirement living” move, we urge you to come take a tour and see what The Villas at Canterfield is all about.
Or, if you think you or your loved one might be in need of more personalized care on a daily level, our Wellness Team is happy to be your sounding board resource. We are here to answer your questions… and to ease the transition, if need be. We thank the Forsyth County community for voting The Villas of Canterfield 2017 Best of Forsyth in the Senior Care category; we are honored to receive this award an unprecedented three years in a row. This award means we are fulfilling our mission: to make your retirement living experience akin to a true “frosting on the cake” living experience, regardless of where you reside on The Villas at Canterfield campus!
www.eatatgiorgios.com
“We are so honored to be voted Best Family Restaurant again and now Best Italian Restaurant. The support of our community means so much. We are honored to serve you.”
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Dear Forsyth County Residents: What an honor it is to be voted Best of Forsyth “Senior Care” winner three years in a row! Once again, all kudos must go to our marvelous staff, as we could not provide our high quality continuum of care including independent, personal and memory care without them. Their professional expertise is outstanding, to say the least, but it is their attentive and compassionate regard for each and every resident that truly sets The Villas at Canterfield apart. The Villas at Canterfield exists to provide excellent quality of life for our Forsyth County seniors, and receiving so many readers’ votes, yet again, means we are fulfilling our mission. The ambience and amenities of our rental residences go well beyond “the norm” and are sure to please even the most discerning. Come for a campus tour and visit. See for yourself our lovely facilities and meet our devoted, enthusiastic staff – the people who truly make us your winner. Again, many thanks for your continued vote of confidence! Best regards, Administration Team The Villas at Canterfield
815 Atlanta Highway • Cumming www.thevillasatcanterfield.com
770.888.4929
Generations of family recipes key at Giorgio’s Giorgio’s is a family owned and operated restaurant. Dimitri and Elleni Tzortzis, both third generation restaurant owners, established Giorgio’s in 1991. Dimitri’s family has owned restaurants in Chicago, Nashville and Chattanooga. Elleni’s family has owned restaurants in Georgia since 1956. Our son, Constantine, became an invaluable partner of the business along the way and has contributed a fresh perspective to the business. We offer a wide variety of food ranging from Mediterranean to
American, with generous portions that are reasonably priced. All the recipes have been passed down through the families for generations. Our main goal is to serve the highest quality food in a pleasant atmosphere to our customers’ satisfaction. We are proud to say that we have customers and staff that have been with us from the beginning and hope that you will soon join us for lunch or dinner. We truly appreciate your business and consider it our honor to serve you. Thank you! Grazie!
Handy Hero fulfills customers’ needs Handy Hero® handyman and home improvement services is owned and operated by Hiro and Shannon Kimoto, residents of Cumming, Georgia. We started our home remodeling company in 2004 as a sole proprietorship after demand for Hiro’s services in the local community grew necessitating he quit his full-time job with a different remodeling company. As business grew, we incorporated as Handy Hero® in 2005. Hiro, who has been in the remodeling, maintenance/repair and custom furniture making business for 30 years, is very knowledgeable and skilled in all areas. Handy Hero® handyman and home improvement services is conducted to fulfill our customers’ needs — to
their satisfaction — and to do so promptly. As a familyowned and operated remodeling and handyman business, you will find we are able to provide a higher level of service; such as personally answering our phone, able to extend our service hours to meet yours knowing that many of our customers have busy schedules and may need us during the evening or on weekends. We provide free estimates. We offer flexible rates: by the hour, by the day, or by the job — depending on the scope of work needed. Call (678) 455-2434 now as we are ready to service you. Our galleries show the quality of work we do. Our customer testimonials say the rest.
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Forsyth Endodontics treat patients like family
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FREE ESTIMATES! Residential & Commercial We service:
Cumming • Dawsonville • Dahlonega • Flowery Branch Oakwood • Buford • Suwanee • Alpharetta • Johns Creek Milton • Duluth • Lawrenceville • Roswell • Atlanta Norcross • Canton • Woodstock....& many more!
Forsyth Endodontics is proud to have been voted “Best in Forsyth” by our community for the third year in a row — 2015, 2016 and now 2017 — What an honor! We truly appreciate being recognized for our efforts in providing the highest quality endodontic care in a gentle and pleasant environment. We are committed to the Golden Rule as we care for each patient in the manner we would want our family
and friends to be treated. Thank you — Thank you — Thank you to all who voted! And remember despite all you have heard in the past, root canal therapy can and will be a comfortable and highly successful procedure with Dr. Ames at Forsyth Endodontics, the best endodontic office around — according to all of you!
Thank You for voting us BEST Endodontics Three Years In A Row!
Dr. Jason M. Ames, Root Canal Specialist
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Van Sant Law dedicated to helping individuals Van Sant Law is a personal injury law firm helping individuals who have suffered injuries through the fault of others, including car and truck accidents, motorcycle wrecks, tractor trailer accidents, nursing home neglect and wrongful death cases. Our lawyers have received many accolades and have even been nationally recognized as the best personal injury trial lawyers in the country. Evidencing the firm’s commitment to ensure every client is completely and fully compensated for their injuries, Van Sant Law has secured several multimillion dollar recoveries for their clients. The firm’s founder, Mr. David Van Sant, strongly believes in giving back to the community and educating young drivers on the risks associated with distracted driving.
THANK YOU!! #1
For Voting Big Frog
in CORPORATE APPAREL for 2 Consecutive Years!!
Cumming
Suwanee/Johns Creek
(770) 889-3764
(678) 842-3764
1070 Market Place Blvd. Cumming, GA 30041
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Big Frog provides full‘Cue Barbecue: where service custom garments everything is homemade Thank you so much Forsyth County! We are proud and humbled to be named Best of Forsyth in Corporate Apparel for our second consecutive year! Locally-owned and operated and serving the Forsyth County community since 2009, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More provides full-service professional retail custom garment decorating in both our Cumming and Suwanee/Johns Creek stores. We utilize Direct-ToGarment “Vintage” printing technology, Ultra Print, screen printing, embroidery, dye sublimation, vinyl and other decorating techniques to create high quality, low cost custom printed T-shirts, tank
tops, polos, hoodies, jackets, caps, uniforms and much more across thousands of apparel brands and styles for individuals and organizations. We charge no art fees and no set up fees and have no minimum order size on our Vintage printed apparel with 24-hour turnaround on in-stock Vintage Printed items. We are members of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, Forsyth County Schools System Partners in Education and proud to have been named Forsyth County Small Business of the Year in 2015 and Best of Forsyth Corporate Apparel 2016 and 2017 thanks to you, our wonderful customers.
The gang at ‘cue Barbecue would like to thank everyone who voted us “Best Barbecue” in Forsyth County for 2017. We are located at1370 Buford Highway in Cumming about one mile east off Exit 14 (Route 20) on 400. Open since 2010, family-owned ‘Cue Barbecue serves up hickory-smoked pork, chicken and beef brisket in addition to “fall-off-the-bone” baby back ribs and homemade sausage. Whether you order a platter with sides and a slice of grilled bread or simply a sandwich, be assured that everything is homemade. We bake our bread and sandwich buns daily, hand-cut the russet potato
fries, mix our four sauces and even make our own pickles, cole slaw and baked beans! Not to be missed are our unique barbecue nachos and “meaty” smoked wings. Wash it all down with our selection of wines and beers including 11 choices of drafts. And whatever you do, save room for dessert: favorites like our “Bananas Doster” or seasonal fruit cobblers are a great way to end a meal. We also cater events large and small and offer takeout service. So come to ‘cue and enjoy our inviting atmosphere hosted by a friendly staff with live music on Friday and Saturday nights performed by great local artists!
Thank you for Voting us
BEST Barbecue in Forsyth!
1370 Buford Highway Cumming, GA 30041 Sun-Thurs: 11am to 9pm Fri-Sat: 11am to 10pm
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Thank you for voting Pinecrest ‘Best of’ in three categories Pinecrest Academy would like to thank our parents and the Forsyth County community for voting us “Best of” in three categories: Best Private School, Best School Teacher and Best Booster Club. We are humbled to have been voted “Best Private School” for three years in a row and are especially honored to be counted among the best in our beautiful community! Pinecrest Academy is a Pre-K3 through 12th grade, college preparatory Catholic school, providing an atmosphere of academic rigor and critical thinking while offering personalized attention in a Christcentered environment of faith and reason. Pinecrest prepares students to become committed Christian leaders, eager to transform a global society. This is accomplished in a
gender-specific environment on a co-ed campus. Pinecrest implements the philosophy of Integral Formation®, developing the human, intellectual, spiritual and apostolic dimensions of the whole child. Students are challenged to use their gifts in service to others. Recognizing the parent as the primary educator of the child, Pinecrest’s mission embraces the entire family. The school provides a safe, moral and spiritual environment which leads to positive peer groups and joyful, caring, confident students. Pinecrest is a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School, the only PreK12 school in the State of Georgia to receive this award. The school has also been recognized by the Catholic School Honor Roll as a School of
Excellence for eight consecutive years. Over fifty percent of Pinecrest’s faculty holds advanced degrees, and we maintain a one hundred percent graduation rate in our High School. Our Lower School consists of class sizes of 20 or less, allowing for personal attention for each child. Our Middle and High School students dedicate 20 to 30 hours per year to service projects as we strive in our mission to form Christian leaders who will transform society. Pinecrest is located at 955 Peachtree Parkway in Cumming. To learn more or to schedule a private tour, please visit www.pinecrestacademy.org or call (770) 888-4477.
Thank You for Voting us #1 Again
A Family Tradition for over 69 Years Monday - Saturday 9am-8pm Closed Sunday
770-887-2316
527 Atlanta Road, Cumming
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Andean Chevrolet a staple in the community Andean Chevrolet is a true family owned and operated dealership. Founded in 1948 by James A. Otwell Jr., Andean Chevrolet has become a trusted source for new Chevrolet models, as well as parts, service and more. James Otwell III took the reins in 1973 and Andean Chevrolet has been proudly serving Cumming, GA and surrounding areas ever since. James Otwell III and his four sons; James Otwell IV, John Otwell, Joseph Otwell, and Jacob Otwell, continue the Andean tradition.
We are the leading dealer in Cumming, serving Buford, Canton and Atlanta Chevrolet customers. At our Chevrolet dealership, you can find friendly staff, great service and excellent deals! Make sure you check out our inventory of new and pre-owned Chevrolet models. You can visit our Chevrolet dealership at 527 Buford Road, Cumming, Georgia, 30040. You can also give our Sales Department a call at (678) 807-6508 or call (678) 807-6510 for the Service Department.
Cumming Playhouse place for entertainment Thank you all for choosing the Cumming Playhouse as the Best in Forsyth in the Entertainment category for 2017. The Cumming Playhouse is very honored to receive this designation, although there was not an excess of competitors, you still thought of us and voted favorably for our past performance, a treasured affirmation. We will proudly display the 2017 sticker on our front door for all to see and include it in our advertising. The Forsyth County News is to be highly commended for developing this program as an incentive for the diverse business in our community. While it does stir up a bit of friendly competition, it
also instills pride in each of us to do our best, working even harder to perfect our offerings to the community as the competition broadens and refines. We look forward to seeing you at the Cumming Playhouse this year. Show listings can be found under the events tab at www.playhousecumming. com. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Cumming Playhouse performances, please watch our auditions tab on the home page. The Cumming Playhouse 101 School Street Cumming, Ga. 30040 Ticket office: (770) 781-9178
Thank You for voting us
Best Live Theatre
for 3 consecutive years!
See our entire 2017 show schedule at www.PlayhouseCumming.com
770.781.9178
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Atlanta Aesthetics offers the latest techniques Atlanta Aesthetics would like to thank the readers of Forsyth County News for voting us the best in Forsyth County for 2017! At Atlanta Aesthetics, Dr. Chris Killingsworth and Dr. Cristen Catignani offer a full range of traditional plastic surgery. These options, including facial procedures (eyelids, face and neck lifts), as well as body procedure (breast augmentation, tummy tucks and mommy makeovers) allow our patients to enhance their confidence and transform themselves. We work with each patient to customize an experience to enhance a beauty that is all their own. In addition to traditional surgical techniques, Atlanta Aesthetics is excited to offer the latest techniques in noninvasive treatments. Coolsculpting, laser treatments, microneedling and botox/fillers are some of the services offered at our medical spa. Our
licensed aesthetician can also customize a skincare regimen to help you with all of your skincare needs.
With a location right here in Cumming, the look that you’ve always wanted is closer than you think!
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At Atlanta Aesthetics, we work with you to enhance your confidence and transform yourself. The look you’ve always wanted is closer than you think.
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Cumming Pediatrics Castle Car Wash provides helps guide families customers with the most advanced equipment We strive to make es of child development, every child’s visit as comfortable and friendly as possible and every parent’s visit as informative as possible. All of our providers are Board Certified in pediatrics and enjoy working with children of all ages. Guiding families with regard to their health, happiness and development as a unit is our long-term commitment to you. Our professional staff is dedicated to providing your children with comprehensive, cuttingedge and compassionate healthcare. Our providers are trained and experienced in all stag-
from newborns to teens. We also offer treatment for ADHD, special needs children, and sports exams/camp physicals. All of our physicians have privileges at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) and Northside Hospital. Should we advise that your child need to be seen after office hours or on the weekend, we will receive record of the care provided and this will become part of your child’s electronic medical record at our practice.
After he and his family moved to Forsyth County in 2008, Michael Greer saw a need for a better local car wash. He wanted to provide customers with the most advanced equipment, an easy layout, more choices, and most importantly, an exceptional customer experience. After three years of research and development, Castle Car Wash opened its doors in 2012 with a custom-built tunnel filled with state-of-the-art equipment. This equipment allows Castle to offer wash packages that are not available anywhere else in the area, like the Royal Treatment wash. The Royal Treatment
includes the exclusive Dragon Foam Bath, which uses specially-formulated conditioners to give your vehicle ultimate protection and showroom shine. The Royal Treatment also includes Simoniz Hot Wax that coats the vehicle’s paint in pure carnauba wax. Castle is dedicated to staying on the cutting edge of car wash technology and consistently upgrades its equipment to deliver the best wash possible to its customers. Castle’s passion to create an exceptional customer experience is continued on in its employees. All Castle associates are highly trained in detailing vehicles and providing outstanding customer service.
Dedicated to providing your children with comprehensive, cutting-edge & compassionate healthcare. Monday - Friday | 8am - 5pm 1800 Northside Forsyth Drive | Suite 460 Cumming, GA 30041
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Tuxedo WearHouse: Home of the Painless Tuxedo Tuxedo WearHouse is a Northeast Georgia tradition for proms and weddings. We are a full-service men’s tuxedo store that has been serving the Atlanta area since 1986. With 30 years of experience, our services are designed to provide the customer with a hasslefree, Painless Tuxedo™ experience. Unlike other retailers, whose stores are little more than rental pick-up stations, we stock over 50 purchase and rental styles of tuxedos in our store. NEW This enables us to analyze every rental and purchase we have to be sure no detail is left out. We are also able to make last-minute size corrections on the spot to be sure the custom-
er is looking his best. This feature is especially helpful for out of town groomsmen whose measurements may or may not be correct. We carry all styles, including; Traditional, Modern, Slim, and the new Euro Slim, and the newest collections by Michael Kors, Jean Yves, David Tutura, Ike Behar, Perry Ellis Evening, Allure Men by Jean Yves, Pronto Moda and Emilio Circo. Before visiting our store, we recommend that you review our “6 Must Know Wedding Tips.” When you bring in Mr. Right, we look forward to providing you with our Painless Tuxedo™ experience for your special occasion.
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“ Over the years I have worked with both Sam and Josie Siemon.
They helped me get through my divorce and have represented me two times since the divorce when my ex-husband did not do the things he was supposed to do under the divorce decree. Both Sam and Josie really seem to care about me and my case and have really taken the time to make sure I got what I needed. If you need a family law lawyer, you should use their firm. ~Former Client
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i9 Sports, experience beyond the game i9 Sports is a locally based and operated provider of co-ed youth sports programs. Our mission is to help kids succeed in life through sports. We believe the value we provide must go far beyond the sport itself. We provide local, convenient, fun, safe and wellorganized programs. More specifically, our programs are built around a 5-point customer experience. We call this the The i9 Sports® Experience. The i9 Sports® Experience is defined as: 1. Superior Organization & Communication We believe in creating a youth sports experience that’s positive and stressfree for the whole family. • Professional management of all programs — someone is always incharge • Proactive communication — you always know when and where you need to be • 24/7 online access to latest schedules, standings, and statistics • Flexibility to accommodate “buddy” requests on teams
2. Convenience • We believe in making participation in an i9 Sports program easily fit into a family’s busy schedule. • Easy registration online or by phone through our Customer Service Center • Once a week practices on game day, at same location • No mandatory fundraisers or concession duties 3. A Safe, Supportive Environment Your child’s safety is paramount. As such, i9 Sports is not only a leader in raising national awareness about safety in youth sports and specifically concussion safety, we strive to ensure that “safe play” is enforced. • Instruction by coaches screened with criminal background check • Trained officials at every game • “i9 Sports Parental Pledge” which prohibits sideline negativity • “i9 Sports Coaches Pledge” creating a culture of teamwork, fair play and good sportsmanship • “When in Doubt, Sit Out” Concussion Safety Policy • No heading allowed in our soccer programs
4. Instruction in Skills & Good Sportsmanship Helping children develop character is important to us. i9 Sports supports healthy competition and believes that every child should be encouraged and given the opportunity to make the most of his/her abilities. • Age appropriate instruction in game fundamentals • Weekly sportsmanship values taught and awards given on each team • Emphasis on fair play vs. score of the game 5. Focus on Fun We believe that the primary reason children play sports is to have fun. They love mastering new skills, developing friendships, and healthy competition. • Equal playing time regardless of talent level • No tryouts or drafts • Post-season award Join i9 Sports this spring, summer, fall or winter seasons for your Experience Beyond the Game. Programs offered: flag football, soccer, basketball, camps and more!
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Experience the power of value with Mr. Value Electricians At Mr. Value Electricians we make it easy to Experience the Power of Value with our mission of delivering more value at fair prices with every electrical service. How do we accomplish this mission? Owner Chris Meade runs his family-owned business with a personalized, neighborly approach that is dedicated to customer service. In addition to running the business, Chris and his wife are very involved in the local community by volunteering at church youth groups and sponsoring local sports teams. What can you expect when you choose Mr. Value? Five Star Service! Every job, large or small, is the most important job and we guarantee your 100 percent satisfaction. Our licensed and experienced electricians will survey your electrical needs and provide
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an upfront competitive price for the work. We complete the job to the highest standards of quality, giving you the benefit of years of training and experience, as well as the latest tools and technology. When the work is done we even clean up to leave your home or business just as we found it! But don’t just take our word for it. The best way to learn about the Mr. Value customer experience is to read some of the thousands of 5-Star reviews that we have received from our past customers. Mr. Value would like to thank the Forsyth community for awarding us with this “Best of Forsyth” honor. We will continue to bring our best so that new and returning customers can Experience the Power of Value in 2017 and for many years to come.
6140 EVENTS offers great space for event needs We are honored and thrilled to have been voted Best Venue for 2017! 6140 Events was created to offer flexible event spaces for weddings, parties, meetings, banquets, corporate events, and a variety of other special events. Each room has its own look and feel and can be transformed to satisfy your vision. Our Magnolia Ballroom (250 capacity) offers beautiful industrial style, with over 6,000 square feet — including a warming kitchen, large stage and dance area. Our Dogwood Room (65 capacity) offers meeting/classroom space, a private conference room, as well as a bridal dressing area. We are very excited to introduce our newest
space, The Blue Ridge Room, set to open this spring! This will be our medium-sized venue, which will offer a large stage, catering and bar areas, along with an outdoor patio. All spaces include tables and chairs, are equipped with dedicated Wi-Fi and AV amenities, are handicap accessible and offer free parking. Think of us for parties, weddings, reunions, proms, sports banquets, all types of meetings, and for corporate events. • 6140 Events is conveniently located on GA 400 in north Forsyth. • Contact Lauren or Julie at 706-867-6455 or visit us at 6140events.com.
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UNG voted Forsyth’s best in corporate training First and foremost, we want to thank you for voting University of North Georgia Division of Professional and Continuing Education the Best in Corporate Training! Having worked with a variety of industries and trained thousands of employees in the region, PCE is your partner in economic development. We deliver courses and training that lead to job growth and creation and support business retention and recruitment. Our entrepreneurial approach to talent development ensures quick-to-market training that is flexible, responsive and innovative. Whether an organization needs leadership development, soft skills training, project management, six sigma or computer courses, our contract training division works directly with employers to customize courses that
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provide training solutions to address key issues within your business. Our team will design training content to meet your organization’s goals — whether immediate or longterm. And our experienced staff, instructors and consultants work in partnership with you to ensure every aspect of the training process meets your business’s exact requirements, including the development of custom-tailored curriculum, pre-course logistics and post-course evaluation. We would love to get to know your business and find ways to partner together to build a better Northeast Georgia. We invite you to stop by our offices on the fourth floor of Cumming City Hall or visit our website at www.ung.edu/ce to see how we might help you or your business find your SUCCESS!
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The Collection a unique shopping experience The Collection at Forsyth is an outdoor lifestyle shopping destination in Cumming, Georgia. Owned and managed by CORE Property Capital, The Collection at Forsyth features a variety of premier national retailers, restaurants and a movie theater, as well as specialty local stores and eateries. For more information, sign up for our email collection or like us at facebook.com/collectionatforsyth.
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Funky Mountain serving the community for 10 years Funky Mountain is the result of a regular girl with a dream, a plan and the guts to take a chance. Knowing that if she jumps ... she will find her wings on the way down! • Funky Mountain is a full-service flower shop dripping with creativity and good mojo. Oh, and we don’t stop there! We have tons of groovy gifts — many artists that design right here in FOCO! Jewelry, candles, bath goodies, books, and chocolate truffles! • Funky Mountain could not be more honored to be the “Best of Forsyth” for the third year running! We live in an amazing community with amazing people, and I can only say how blessed we are to have served such wonder-
• Everyday floral magic • Weddings & events • Sympathy tributes • Corsages/boutonnieres • Corporate accounts • Daily deliveries
ful families for 10 years this January! Here is where I simply must give a huge shout out to my incredible group of Funky Mountain Mamas who make me “look” like I know what I’m doing on a daily basis and have customer service that is beyond compare ... For without these women, Funky Mountain would not be where we are today! We would love to meet you, so stop in and see what we are all about!
Georgia Dermatology Center: Beautiful skin starts here
Georgia Dermatology Center is located north of Atlanta in Cumming, Georgia. The practice location is part of the Northside HospitalForsyth Campus in the 1505 building. Alexander S. Gross, M.D., is double board certified and experienced in treating all aspects of advanced medical dermatology. Patients are also seen and treated by Horace Saunders, Physician Assistant, and Kristin Gregory, Physician Assistant. The overall health and appearance of their patients’ skin is the main priority at Georgia Dermatology Center.
Dr. Gross, along with the well-trained staff, blend modern medical techniques and effective cosmetic procedures together, allowing them to provide their patients with a variety of dermatology services that deliver impressive and noticeable results.
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Zeliff | Watson: Forsyth’s Defense Team Attorneys Peter Zeliff and Evan Watson joined forces to form Zeliff | Watson in 2011 with one goal in mind: to provide clients with their very best defense, no matter the circumstances. With over 20 years of combined experience in the criminal defense arena, Peter and Evan know the ins and outs of both Forsyth County and most metro Atlanta courtrooms. It’s rare to set foot inside the Forsyth County Courthouse without seeing one of the two defending their clients on any given day. While the team at Zeliff |Watson handles a high percentage of DUI and drug cases, the firm also passionately defends all local ordinance, misdemeanor and felony cases to include domestic violence, shoplift-
ing/theft and serious traffic violations. While the attorneys of Zeliff | Watson spend a great deal of their day in the courtroom, what separates their firm from the rest is their support team back at headquarters. The three stars: Michele Rice, Robin Jones, and Candy Hardy not only keep an eye on the dozens of aspects of day-to-day operations, but also provide an unmatched level of service and commitment to the firm’s clients. The team at Zeliff | Watson is available 24/7 for emergency situations, and will always take the time to speak to potential clients in a face-to-face meeting. Zeliff | Watson can be reached at: (770) 887-3720, or visit them at: zwdefense.com.
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Fowler Park Voted Best Park for 2017!
Come out and play with us!! ! Forsyth County Parks & Recreation has 24 beautiful parks to enjoy.
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Hammond’s Fishing Center: The tradition continues First, we would like to say Thank You for voting us Best of Forsyth 2017! Hammond’s Fishing Center (located at the intersection of Highway 306 & 369) started selling fishing tackle in 1986 from a 200-square-foot space (and $500 in inventory) inside an Amoco station. They descended from a long line of retail merchants. Thomas Hammond’s grandfather built the Hammond General Store in 1898, which originally stood across the highway from their present location and closed in 1956. Thomas and Candy Hammond realized they were outgrowing their small designated area for selling bait and tackle, which prompted a second move in 1992 to a new 3,500-squarefoot building less than a stone’s throw from the Amoco station. They would now concentrate solely on live bait and tackle. Following four years of planning and construction, the Hammond’s made their third move
into a log exterior, free-standing 9000 square foot store in January 2010. Included in the Hammond’s building is The Loft Salon, which was also voted Best of Forsyth 2017. The salon is operated by the Hammond’s daughter, Kelli Hammond Hawkins. The Loft Salon has 12 talented stylists with extensive cosmetology backgrounds. Hammond’s Fishing Center has been well positioned to ride out economic fluctuations, drought conditions and competitive encroachment by successfully bundling core products and creating a true one-stop shop for services that fishermen and recreational boaters need. The Hammond’s pride themselves on their state-of-the-art live bait business while also carrying, Yeti products, Costa Del Mar and Ray Ban sunglasses, fishing tackle, water sports, and marine products. They have recently expanded their clothing and hat selection, where they sell
Hammond’s branded items. The Hammond’s also conveniently have a 300-unit boat storage facility adjacent to their retail business. The Hammond’s thrive by targeting activities that strengthen its ties to key user groups who fish and boat. They hold 10 of their own fishing tournaments each year. Hammond’s Fishing Center sponsors several High School Fishing teams. This is mainly funded by the annual Thomas Hammond memorial fishing tournament. Thomas Hammond passed away August 26, 2013. His passion was to get kids interested in fishing. Thomas’s wife Candy, their son Jason, and son-in-law Tim are continuing the family tradition running the family business as Thomas would have wanted it.
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Locally owned and operated since 1986 • Boat Storage • Live Bait & Tackle • Apparel • Towables • Yeti • Costa Del Mar Sunglasses • Ray Ban Sunglasses • Marine products
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Flack’s makes installing floors easy for you PRESENTS Fun jokes to share with your kids & family Why do mattress salesmen make great spies? They work best deep under cover. Did you hear about the band called The Teenager’s Bed? They never made it. What happened when the husband replaced the mattress with a trampoline without telling his wife? She hit the roof!
From our family to yours, thank you for voting Fred’s Beds
For the third year in a row, Best of Forsyth has chosen Flack’s Flooring as the Best Carpet and Flooring Store! Proudly a part of the community since 1993, we have continually adapted over the years to meet our customers’ changing flooring needs. From vinyl and laminate flooring to hardwoods and carpeting, our customers trust us to have the best inventory selection at the most affordable prices. We’ve even made carpet shopping as simple as three easy steps, all at one low price. Step #1: Choose your carpet & pad, #2: Select your installation date and time, #3: We install your perfect floor! It doesn’t get any easier than that, and at Flack’s
there are never any hidden fees! We offer carpeting, padding, and installation … all for one low price! We always ask questions about your lifestyle and take into account your design vision, then show you the multiple flooring options suited for your home. Visit our website, www.flacksflooring.com to see local testimonials of satisfied Flack’s customers. Then come visit our showroom, where together we can get started finding the perfect flooring for your home. Thank you Forsyth County for voting us Best Carpet & Flooring Store in 2017! We look forward to another great year of meeting all of your carpet and flooring needs.
THANK YOU FORSYTH COUNTY FOR VOTING US BEST CARPET & FLOORING STORE IN 2017! 5750 Hwy 400 Cumming, GA 30028 770.889.9753 | flacksflooring.com
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Genesis Perfomance & Fitness Systems voted best training studio
Genesis Performance & Fitness Systems is Forsyth’s best training studio, providing a familyfriendly environment with a variety of programs for all ages and fitness levels. Our training programs offer small group or oneon-one personal training designed to meet all our client’s needs. We are The Ultimate Fitness Solution. These programs incorporate a combination of different training strategies such as strength, high intensity interval training (HIIT), and metabolic conditioning (METCON). Our facility is equipped with a wide array of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, elliptical trainers, rowers and stair climbers, as well as
strength training equipment, such as dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells and cable machines. With an open floor plan, we have everything needed to satisfy everyone’s cardiovascular and weight training needs. Genesis is equipped with the MyZone® heart rate training system to help our clients get the most out of each workout. We also offer FitRanX, a Revolutionary Fitness Ranking System that keeps individuals motivated and gives specific goals to strive for while ensuring that clients are achieving balanced, full-body fitness. They get maximum results under the supervision of the most qualified fitness instructors.
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Crestview Animal Hospital caring for pets for 30 years We at Crestview Animal Hospital would like to express our most sincere gratitude to the Forsyth community for voting us “Best Veterinary Hospital in Forsyth� for the past three consecutive years! Our doctors and staff strive to provide the best possible care for our patients while maintaining excellent client communication. We understand that pets are family members, and we make it our priority to advocate for your pets. Our goal is to recommend treatment options and plans that are most beneficial for you and your loved ones. Our doctors and technicians are here seven days a week offering emergency
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care in the evenings and on weekends. We offer routine preventative care including: vaccines, dental cleanings, spaying and neutering, boarding and grooming. Our doctors also perform many advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgical procedures on a daily basis. We have state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, such as digital dental and whole body radiology, ultrasonography and cold laser therapy when your pet needs more specialized care. Crestview Animal Hospital is committed to staying on the cutting edge of our profession. We are pleased to now be offering ground-breaking stem cell and protein rich plasma
therapy for osteoarthritis and various other conditions at our facility. Contact us today with any questions about our practice and/or any concerns you have regarding your pet. It has been a pleasure to serve
you for over 30 years, and we are excited to continue working with you to keep your pet as happy and healthy as possible. Thank you again to our wonderful community.
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770.889.2521 www.crestviewah.com 307 Pilgrim Mill Road | Cumming, GA 30040 AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK! We offer extended emergency hours. Our staff is available Monday - Friday until 8:45pm and Saturday - Sunday until 7:15pm
Ponce De Leon Music Center is a one-stop shop for your music needs Cumming in 1991 and kept our name, as many of our former customers also relocated to this area. Now in our third generation, our family business strives to offer only top-notch customer service along with an excellent selection of high quality products and services. We take great pride in that we make every effort to accommodate all your musical needs, as well as in your complete satisfaction.
Thank you to everyone who voted Paul Hamby, AIA, ‘Best of Forsyth’ best architect for the second year in a row. Whether a residential or commercial project, everyone at Hamby Architecture and Design Inc., takes pride in listening to each client in order to provide them with the best service and design possible. So, winning “Best of Forsyth” is an honor. Hamby Architecture not only provides traditional architectural services for both residential and commercial projects, but we also partner with select consultants to provide interior design, landscape design, civil design, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing design. So, con-
Hamby Architecture & Design Inc. • 770-887-9124 • www.hambyarchitecture.com Email: • paulhamby@hambyarchitecture.com Facebook: fb.me/ HambyArchitecture Twitter: @hambyarch
tact us for any of your design needs, and we can either help you or connect you with one of our specialized consultants. Hamby Architecture and Design, Inc. has been serving Georgia since 2004. We are licensed to practice in Georgia and South Carolina and can obtain license in other states if needed.
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Non-Stop Excitement! - Elegant Entertainment
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“We Make Great Impressions For You!” Alexander Printing and Graphics is a business printer with the emphasis on business. We know that the finest printing means nothing if it’s not completed on time, building your bottom line. full color printing For almost 30 years, our clients have relied on us for graphic design extraordinary quality, personalized service, fast marketing materials envelopes turnaround and delivery - on time, every time! pocket folders post cards 770.888.1988 brochures booklets cs@AlexanderPrinting.com catalogs foil stamping embossing www.AlexanderPrinting.com die cutting promotional items
Alexander Printing & Graphics, DJ Alexander Entertainment top Forsyth Dear Clients, Thank you for choosing Alexander Printing & Graphics as your favorite for printing and design company and DJ Alexander Entertainment as your favorite for best entertainment company. We at Alexander Printing & Graphics are very honored to know that you think of us as being your favorite. We strive every day to produce the best printing collateral to give your company the best image possible. Since our beginning in 1988, our goal is to not only produce the best quality product, but to deliver it on-time ... every time. We at DJ Alexander Entertainment are equally excited as being the preferred choice for your entertainment needs. We enjoy the celebrations that we are a part of and the smiles and laughter that we create by producing a
FUN atmosphere. From weddings to corporate events (and everything in between), we love the opportunity to create a FUN and UNIQUE event for each client. We value the trust and faith our clients have put into our companies, and we do our best to meet and hopefully exceed your expectations. We are humbled by your choice of thinking of us as being your favored printing and entertainment companies. We are proud to live and work in Forsyth County. We are fortunate to be a part of a great and wonderful community. We also want to thank the Forsyth County News for implementing this friendly contest. They are a large part in helping make our community the great place it is today. We look forward to working with our clients in 2017 and beyond. If we
can be of any assistance, please contact us. Thank you again for the confidence you have put into us and our companies. We are proud to know each and everyone of you who made this possible. Thank you!
David & Lisa Alexander Alexander Printing & Graphics • (770) 888-1988 • www.AlexanderPrinting.com DJ Alexander Entertainment • (678) 232-5006 • www.DJofAtlanta.com
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Lighthouse Window Cleaning grows with county Lighthouse Window Cleaning is humbled and honored to be voted Best of Forsyth 2017. We wish to thank the many customers who voted for us. Our company ideal of being conscientious, courteous and caring is a tradition that dates back to owner Jack Odom’s roots in North Carolina where his father owned the local grocery store. In a community where customers were your neighbors, and neighbors were like family, Jack was inspired by his father’s sense of integrity and loyalty. Serving Forsyth County
since 2001, Lighthouse Window Cleaning has grown along with the county, while continuing to maintain the same tradition of excellence, loyalty to our customers and dedication to their satisfaction.
Banks Septic Tank Service has over 30 years experience Banks Tanks would like to thank the Forsyth County community for voting us Best Septic Service for 2017. We are honored to win two years in a row and want to take the opportunity to thank our customers and the residents of Forsyth. Locally-owned and -operated, Banks Septic Tank Service has been providing excellent service to Forsyth and surrounding counties since 1994. With more than 30 years of septic business experience, the family-owned business is proud to expand into its third generation of excellent customer service.
We continue to meet and exceed the standards of service, which were the roots to the establishment of this company. We are proud to be a part of the community and strive to provide you with exceptional service.
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NorthPointe OB/GYN provides full range of services Welcome to North Pointe OB/GYN. We are a comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology practice located in Cumming, Georgia. The practice provides a full range of Obstetrical and Gynecologic services to the residents of Cumming and the surrounding areas. The goal is to provide the highest-quality health care possible in a friendly, comfortable environment to women of all ages. Our OB/GYN practice includes five talented, experienced physicians: Sean J. Lambert, M.D., Robert R. Barrett, M.D., Nancy M. Walsh, M.D., Alex Eaccarino, D.O. and Gretchen Mitchell, M.D.
Our medical staff also includes a dedicated team of Certified Nurse-Midwives and a Nurse Practitioner. All providers at North Pointe OB/GYN Associates are dedicated to the delivery of comprehensive health care for you and your family.
From adolescence to retirement, there are many areas of a women’s health that affect her quality of life. Our Women’s Wellness medical services are designed to help our patients manage their health care during all the different stages in their lives.
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From conception to verifying pregnancy to delivery, the doctors and Certified Nurse-Midwives at North Pointe OB/GYN provide the very best obstetrical medical care possible to support you during this very important time of your life. Our experienced medical team provides prenatal care as well as vagi-
nal, Cesarean and vaginal birth after Cesarean deliveries. Our physicians also offer high-risk obstetrics and are equipped to handle many types of high-risk pregnancies. We deliver in the beautiful, new, state-of-the-art Northside Hospital-Forsyth Women’s Center in Cumming, Georgia. North Pointe OB/GYN is currently accepting new patients and we participate in many managed care plans. If you are in need of gynecologic or obstetrical services, please contact North Pointe OB/GYN to schedule an appointment. We look forward to providing you with a lifetime of care.
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Atlanta’s #1 Security Company
Based in Alpharetta, Callaway Security has been family owned for more than 25 years. Our business has slowly grown to earn the reputation as Atlanta’s most trusted specialist in home automation, monitoring services and security.
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Callaway Security & Sound gives you peace of mind The family at Callaway Security & Sound would like to personally thank everyone who voted for us as the “Best Home Security Company” in Forsyth County for 2017! We are honored and humbled by this Best of Forsyth award and will continue to value each and every customer we are in contact with. During our 25 years in business, we have formed and maintained numerous personal relationships and look forward to building many more in 2017 and the coming years. Callaway Security & Sound is a full-service, lowvoltage company with local 24-hour UL monitoring with some of the most competitive rates in town! Our business has grown to earn the reputation as Atlanta’s most trusted spe-
cialist in home monitoring services and security solutions. Callaway Security’s monitoring station is 5 Diamond Certified by the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA). We are proud of the work we do in the local community. We partner with BlanketsOverAtlanta.com; an organization that works with Forsyth County charities and the surrounding Atlanta area to keep individuals warm during the winter with blanket donations. When you switch your service to Callaway Security & Sound and mention you saw us in the Best of Forsyth magazine, you will receive the first three months of monitoring for free. Please call us anytime; at Callaway Security & Sound – we are just a “Call Away”!
Lanier Tech offers extensive education Lanier Technical College, the area’s foremost workforce developer, provides general academic and technical education, adult education, customized business and industrial training, economic development services, and continuing education. Lanier Tech also offers Move On When Ready classes for high school students, and 27 college core courses that transfer to any public institution in the University System of Georgia. Lanier Tech offers day, evening, and online classes and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Lanier Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, proudly serves seven counties, including Forsyth
County. To learn more, visit www.laniertech.edu. The college’s Forsyth Conference Center is honored to be the 2017 Best of Forsyth “Banquet Facility.” The center provides a versatile, comfortable facility that enables local companies, civic organizations, local and county governments, schools and private citizens to host events in Forsyth County. The Conference Center offers a 14,000-square-foot, open meeting space with a full inventory of state-of-theart audio visual equipment. The center accommodates 750 people at round tables and over 1,000 in lecturestyle seating. To learn more, visit www. forsythconferencecenter.laniertech.edu.
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Totally Running and Walking will serve the entire family Totally Running and Walking is pleased to serve the whole family. We carry a variety of athletic shoes and inserts, including wide widths and larger sizes. Our highlytrained staff will take you through the two-step fitting process to determine the best pair of shoes for
you. A great-fitting shoe along with inserts can help you feel better from common feet/leg problems like plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammer toes, heel spurs, shin splints, tendinitis, etc. Stop in today for your FREE assessment — your feet will thank you!
We are passionate about running, walking and fitness and are happy to share our knowledge and encourage you to reach your goals. Totally Running is locally-owned, and we strive to boost our community’s fitness, self-esteem and self-confidence. We stage local road races, run groups, seminars and events for all levels.
Totally Running and Walking 405 Peachtree Pkwy. Cumming, GA 30041 470-239-4466 • www.totallyrunning.com
Let Bulls Eye Marksman Gun Club work with you to ‘Choose a Handgun!’ Choosing a handgun, whether for home defense or concealed carry, is a decision that takes a lot of consideration, a lot of shopping, and if you’re new to the market, probably a lot of talking to merchants and other gun owners. Being properly informed is your first step on the road to responsible gun ownership. Responsible gun ownership starts with gun safety. Always make sure you are handling your weapon in a manner that is safe for you and those around you, and never leave your handgun where children can get their hands on it. Always treat the weapon like it’s loaded, and never point at anyone you don’t intend to shoot.
Contact us with your questions. Call Bulls Eye Marksman Gun Club for information about available class times. Our staff is very passionate about their trade and will be more than happy to help you select a weapon within your price range and abilities. Remember to ask plenty of questions. We are here to help you make the best choice in your handgun purchase. Bulls Eye Marksman Gun Club is located at 6190 Parkway North Drive in Cumming, Georgia. Visit us on the web at www.bullseyemarksman.com. For more information, call 678-965-5504.
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Lou Sobh Honda provides the best new car inventory and exceptional service Lou Sobh Honda would like to thank the Forsyth community for the honor or voting us the “Best in Forsyth” for the third straight year. For the past few years, we have proudly served the Cumming, Georgia, community with exceptional customer service. As the only Honda dealer in the surrounding area, our team always goes the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction. Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used vehicle, need service or financing, you can always count on us. Our family is proud to be part of Forsyth County and will continue to provide exceptional service and community support. Again, thank you for your support. Lou Sobh Honda wishes you a happy and prosperous 2017.
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Gunsmith Services • Online Catalog • Full Retail Store 6190 Parkway North Drive • Cumming, GA 30041
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Rusty Smith’s State Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery has wide Farm agency aims variety of services to help people Thank you, Forsyth, for this tremendous honor. We are humbled by this recognition. As a life-long Forsyth County resident, I am proud to be able to serve this wonderful community. Here at The Rusty Smith State Farm Agency, our mission is to help life go right. We do this by educating our clients on what options are available to them and empowering them to make the decisions that are best for them and their loved ones. It truly is insurance made simple.
If you haven’t had the opportunity to come by and meet us, we welcome you to do so. Our promise to the community is to wake up every morning with one thing on our mind … helping people. We are proud to continue the State Farm tradition here in our community and look forward to serving you for many years to come. Thank You!
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Thank you Forsyth County for voting us Best of Forsyth! Our trusted and renowned doctors practice offers a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth removal to corrective jaw surgery. This also includes techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and fractures. Our surgeon’s core values of surgical excellence
‘Our surgeon’s core values of surgical excellence and patient safety are coupled with an ambitious plan to provide these services to as many patients as possible.’
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John Cook cares, listens and always delivers I would like to personally thank all of you for supporting me once again and nominating me Best Real Estate Agent in Forsyth County three years in a row! I truly appreciate and am humbled by all of your votes in one of the most competitive fields in all of the Best of Forsyth categories. I am proud to have built a referral-based career around an industry that I truly love, in a community that I grew up in. When I moved here as a child in 1985, living on Post Road, I saw the county change drastically over the next several years. In high school I studied Real Estate and Economics as well as analyzed the local “Realtor” Magazine
to see what was out there for sale. That interest followed me into college where my wife and I bought our first home as a rental to help pay my way through school. As I continued to see the amazing changes and growth I knew I needed to follow my passion in Real Estate. For the past 1-1/2 decades my career has been an amazing experience and opportunity to do what I love; Real Estate sales and helping people! It’s truly is exciting to me when I help people find their IDEAL home and then negotiate the BEST DEAL. Whether it’s a “flip,” longterm investment, rental, personal home, land or a second home, I sincerely want the
BEST DEAL for my clients as well as the process to be as AWESOME as possible. I mean, how often is it you spend several hundred thousand dollars in your life? One of the best parts, to me personally, about building a successful business in Forsyth County, and living here with my family, is the ability to sponsor the many great parks, schools, local charities, and activities that my friends, family and my own children are a part of. This community has so much to offer and I want to be a part of all of it, not just selling or buying your next home. Customer service is very important to me, but to me part of that is “servicing” your community, which is why I feel
I continue to receive gracious and positive reviews and wonderful awards such as the Best of Forsyth. These awards are a testament from the community and my clients who trust me day in and day out with what, for most people, is the LARGEST financial decision they will make in their lifetime. I THANK YOU all for the support, and once again for YOUR votes. If we haven’t met, I invite you to not just take my word for it, but read my clients reviews on Facebook and Zillow. I would be honored to help you, your family, and your friends in 2017 and beyond. All my best!
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A long-time member of the community, I moved to Cumming with my family from Portland, Maine in 1985. I later graduated from South Forsyth High School, and after graduating college, I moved back to Cumming and married my wife, Corrie, also a South Forsyth High School graduate. We love living in such a great community, and raising our two sons Caleb and Coleman here. Even more so, I consider myself lucky to put my passion for Real Estate to work and help families purchase and sell homes in this county that we love. I have been invested in my Real Estate career for 14 years, and nothing gives me greater joy than working with people and helping them achieve their goals. I enjoy my career immensely, and I work hard for my clients. Please let me know how I can help you, or your family and friends. Feel free to check out my 5 star reviews on Zillow, and All of my Best to you in 2017!
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Graves Overhead Doors wants to thank everyone who voted us Best in Garage Doors for 2017. We are privileged to be recognized with this honor for the second year in a row. And we would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our customers. We’re proud to be a part of this community since opening our doors in 1998 and for the opportunity to serve the residents and businesses of Cumming and Forsyth County. We founded our business with the premise that our community needed a locally-owned, full-service garage door company
that could serve the county’s housing market as well as homeowners with the service or repair of their door systems. Today, we offer garage door sales, installation and service for residential and commercial customers. Our success has been possible because of you, and that’s something we take seriously. We look forward to growing with our county in the future and to continue to provide exceptional service when you need us. For more information about us, please visit our store Monday-Friday, 8 a.m-5 p.m. or online at gravesoverheaddoors.com.
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Where Rising Stars Grow Shining Smiles. Taking interest in each child, their personalities and preferences, is an important part of any dental visit. Dr. John Haffner and his professtional pediatric dental staff believe your child’s visit to the dentist should be fun and educational. Our all star team members have been specially trained to treat children with all needs and abilities.
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All Stars Pediatric Dentistry has a passion for helping children It’s “All Smiles” at All Stars Pediatric Dentistry! Since 2011, Dr. John Haffner and his team have had a very successful practice, earning them the title of Best Children’s Dentist in Forsyth County. By combining professional education, childhood memories and a passion for helping children, All Stars Pediatric Dentistry is a “boutique-like” practice where each child is valued for their individuality and unique personality. “You can tell Dr. John and the staff simply enjoy working with children. My oldest manages autism and the youngest is a typically active 2-year- old. The staff knows how to switch gears, get my kids’ attention, and give treatment while having a good time.” -(Testimonial from parent).
Here are five of the top reasons why you should visit All Stars Pediatric Dentistry today! • Your dentist is “Dr. John.” At All Stars, you’ll never wonder “which dentist you’ll get today” or “if your child will like them.” • Respect of the parent’s time. Barring a patient emergency, seeing you at your appointed time is our promise. • Patient education. Discovering cavity-causing plaque, reviewing food choices and brushing skills are part of each preventive care visit. • The Golden Rule. Taking interest in each child, their personalities and preferences is an important part of any dental visit. • Stay up-to-date. Maintaining highest treatment standards is vital to patient success and satisfaction. If your child is one or older, call All Stars Pediatric Dentistry today and we’ll schedule an “age-appropriate visit” to help them have a lifetime of “Look, Mom! No Cavities” Thank you for voting for All Stars Pediatric Dentistry as your No. 1 Children’s Dentist in Forsyth County! We are proud to be a part of the community and hope to assist your children’s dental needs for years to come.
Los Rios provides high quality, fresh food at an affordable price The Los Rios family would like to thank residents for voting Los Rios Mexican Restaurant the best Mexican restaurant in Forsyth County. It is a honor to have been given this award three years in a row. Los Rios is familyowned and -operated restaurant. We are proud to serve our fresh, made-from-scratch dishes, served in generous portions at reasonable prices.
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For eight years, we have provided our customers with the highest-quality and fresh daily market ingredients. We have a family-oriented atmosphere and offer outstanding service. Our commitment is to continue to value each and every one of our customers and enjoy making them feel welcome at our establishment.
Mission Statement Our mission is to provide an experiance of GREAT Mexican food. To ensure that each guest receives prompt, professional, friendly and courteous service. To maintain a clean, comfortable and well-maintained premises for our guests and staff. To thank each guest for the opportunity to serve them. And allow us to contribute to the community we serve.
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678-456-8892 12 TriCounty Plaza • Cumming GA 30040
Thank You for voting us BEST Mexican Restaurant in Forsyth!
“Our success can be summed up in two words – our people. That’s why, once you walk through our doors you are family.” – Billy Howell
Mon-Fri 8am-8pm • Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday 12pm-5pm 1805 Atlanta Highway • Cumming, Georgia 30040 VISIT OUR COLLISION CENTER & QUICK LANE AT 2878 Canton Highway • Cumming, GA 30040
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Lanier Dental Partners voted Best Dental Practice third year in a row
P: 678-206-2586
Lanier Dental Partners would like to thank our amazing patients and all of Forsyth County for voting us Best Dental Practice of Forsyth for the third year in a row! We truly appreciate all your votes and dedication to our practice. Thank you for your continued trust and confidence in Lanier Dental Partners by referring your friends and family to our office. Lanier Dental Partners has built their reputation on providing comprehensive dental care that is focused on your individual needs and goals in a comfortable, affordable environment. We have two office locations for your convenience at 360 Dahlonega Street in
Cumming and 2390 Thompson Road, Suite 200 in Dawsonville. We offer patients exceptional care in preventative, cosmetic, restorative, implant and other dental services. In addition to combining modern procedures and techniques with state-of-the-art dental technology, Lanier Dental Partners’ professional and caring staff will always communicate openly and honestly with you about all of your dental care options. We invite you to contact us if you are looking for a family-based dental practice that offers a wide variety of dental procedures. We would be pleased to welcome you to Lanier Dental Partners!
Thank you Forsyth County for voting Billy Howell Ford Lincoln Best of Forsyth for 2015, 2016 and 2017 We are excited and proud to celebrate our 40th anniversary serving the Forsyth County community since 1977. Our Founder, Billy Howell states: “Our success can be summed up in two words — Our People. Once you walk through our doors you are family.” Our goal is to exceed your expectations and become the primary provider for all of your automotive needs. Billy Howell Ford Lincoln carries all new Ford and Lincoln Luxury vehicle lines. We always have a large selection of Certified Pre-Owned Ford and Lincoln vehicles, as well as an expansive selection of preowned vehicles of
other makes and models. We are also a certified dealer of Featherlite trailers. Our Service Department provides impeccable service with factory-trained and certified technicians for Ford, Lincoln, Commercial Trucks, Motor Homes, and Trailers.
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Our Collision Center (2878 Canton Hwy) works with an extensive network of insurance companies and repairs all makes and models with state of the art equipment. This same location houses our Quicklane service center for fast oil changes, tires, and repairs on all makes and models.
We have generations of families that have become valued customers and friends and, of course, family! We look forward to being of service to you and your families for generations to come. Once again, thank you for your support and the faith you have put in us for over 40 years.
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Audiology Hears combines 20 years experience to help patients We are so honored to be awarded Best of Forsyth — Audiologist for the third year in a row! We are very grateful for our amazing patients who are part of our Audiology HEARS family. During the past 10 years, our focus on early detection and hearing solutions have earned us a place in the Forsyth/Cumming and surrounding communities. Selecting an audiologist is the most important hearing care decision. We offer a full range of diagnostic and preventative hearing care professional services, including hearing aid screening, hearing tests, hearing aid sales, tinnitus treatment and assistive listening devices. We are dedi-
cated to keeping up-to-date with the latest improvements in technological advancements in the hearing care industry and are committed to offering the most current options to our patients. We appreciate the confidence the physicians in the area place in us to provide the highest level of personalized hearing care. We combine over 20 years of experience in audiology, hearing care, tinnitus treatment and hearing aid technology to help our patients achieve a lifetime of hearing. Thank you, Forsyth community for this great honor.
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Dekalb Tire gives customers the best care, best pricing Thank you to everyone who voted us “Best Tire Store” in Forsyth County for 2017. For over 50 years, we have been your familyowned and -operated, neighborhood one-stop shop for all your automotive needs. In 1965, we opened our first store in DeKalb County, and have since grown to five locations across the metroAtlanta area. Since opening our Cumming location 10 years ago, we have strived to be the local auto repair shop you can trust. We know taking your car in for service or tires can be a stressful experience, which is why we are 100% dedicated to taking care of you and your vehicle. When you come to our store, we want
you to feel like you’re a family member. You will find the best care and best pricing. That’s what we strive to do. Our team in Cumming has over 60 years of combined experience and can handle all of your automotive needs. We offer automotive services from major repairs to factory scheduled maintenance, as well as a huge inventory of tires at all price points. With our experienced mechanics and technicians, reliable and affordable car repair services are just around the corner. So stop by, give us a call or visit our website and let us help you get back on the road faster and easier than ever before.
Smile with Confidence Our Services • Preventive Care • Whitening • Porcelain Veneers
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Combining the art of design with a tradition of excellence Lance’s Jewelry has a 28year tradition of excellence in service, jewelry design and community service. The company is Cumming’s oldest full-service jewelry store standing out above the rest. As Lance, owner and namesake, states himself, “That’s my name on the sign above my store, and it’s my reputation. That’s why I stand behind everything that I sell or service. I am in business in Cumming for a lifetime.” Establishing a relationship of confidence and trust with clients is most important to the sales associates at Lance’s Jewelry. The quality of each piece is fully disclosed, and settings can be checked before the actual mounting takes place, as complete customer satisfaction is strived for. With over 100 years of combined experience among all the sales associates, you are sure to find expert advice along with trusted knowledge.
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The store has been a staple of the community. Clients have visited the store for over 20 years and have great memories. From making rings out of treasured family wedding bands to finding that one-of-a-kind diamond to celebrate an engagement, an experienced and knowledgeable staff is ready to help every discerning taste. More than just service and craftsmanship, the staff at Lance’s Jewelry is committed to being part of the community they serve. Our responsibility is to dedicate ourselves to the causes that matter most to us. We have, over the years, helped in any way possible with the efforts of various organizations, including charity rides, special recognitions and events and altruistic efforts.
Hopewell Roofing thankful to customers I would like to thank you once again for voting Hopewell Roofing Best Of Forsyth 2017. We could not have achieved the title of Forsyth County’s Best Roofing Contractor without help from our devoted customers. Furthermore, we would not be in business at all without an abundance of satisfied customers who are willing to tell others about the positive experience that they had with our company. I would be less than candid if I did not concede that, over the years, our industry from time to time
has taken hard hits because of those who have used inferior products and operated unethically. That’s the main reason we started our business seven years ago. We knew if we dealt with our customers and with their insurance companies honestly and openly and if we kept up with latest developments in the industry that it would pay great dividends — not only for our business but also for the longterm benefit of current and future customers.
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COME CHECK OUT OUR STORE! In 2009, Chef Kern opened his store specializing in fresh salads, dressings, entrees, desserts and freshly frozen gumbos, soups and entrees. Our healthy, tasty and original meals are designed for families with convenience in mind, and they are packaged for quick and easy pickup. We have many gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options.
Northside Hospital-Forsyth continues to grow with the ever-changing community offering two dedicated, women-only GYN and breast care operating rooms for patient privacy and comfort. It also added three additional floors to accommodate surgical and oncology patient needs, bringing the hospital’s inpatient bed count to 247. The hospital now stands at eight floors, making it the tallest building in Forsyth County. In December, Northside filed a request with the state to convert 37 existing 23-hour observation beds at Northside Hospital-Forsyth to medical/surgical beds, increasing the hospital’s total inpatient bed count to 284 when the project is complete. These latest expansion plans are in response to the state’s indication that these beds are needed for Northside HospitalForsyth to meet patient demand in 2021. Additional plans include the expansion and renovation of the hospital’s cafeteria and dining room and the construction of a fifth medical office
building on the hospital campus, expected to open in early 2018. In nearby Cherokee County, the new Northside Hospital-Cherokee is on schedule for a May 2017 opening. Drivers along I-575 in Canton can see the spectacular main building rising on a beautiful hilltop. This health care campus includes the hospital and a medical office building, a distinctive women’s center, cancer center and 1,500 parking spaces. Other major health projects are underway that will add even more health care quality, access and diversification — look for Northside to grow in Roswell, Woodstock, Sandy Springs, east Cobb and midtown Atlanta. Follow @NorthsideHosp on social media, and for more information visit northside. com.
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Northside Hospital is one of the most respected health care organizations in the Southeast and has a decades-long commitment to balancing clinical excellence with compassionate care. That commitment holds true today. Northside leads the U.S. in newborn deliveries, diagnoses and treats the most cancer cases in Georgia, and is among the state’s top providers of surgical services. More than 2,500 physicians and 15,000 employees serve 2.5 million patient visits each year. Northside is experiencing tremendous growth. Expansion and construction projects are underway or in design phase at several of Northside’s campuses. The goal? To provide greater patient access to quality medical care. Nowhere is that growth more evident than at Northside HospitalForsyth in Cumming. In 2016, Northside Hospital-Forsyth opened a new Surgical Care Center,
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