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best place for
Eats & Drinks
All Around Restaurant 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Ala Roma
Cake 1st place Bob & Bonnie’s Donuts & Cakes 2nd place Bryanna’s Bakery
Bakery 1st place Bob & Bonnie’s Donuts & Cakes 2nd place Festival Foods
Candy Store 1st place End of the Trail 2nd place Hughes Home Maid Chocolates, Ltd.
Bar Food 1st place Schmitty’s Oar House 2nd place Coliseum
Carryout 1st place Joe’s Fox Hut 2nd place Ala Roma
Breakfast 1st place Faros Family Restaurant 2nd place Rolling Meadows Family Restaurant
Chili 1st place Tucker’s 2nd place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar
Buffet 1st place Pizza Ranch Fond du Lac 2nd place Chinatown Kitchen
Chinese Food 1st place Chinatown Kitchen 2nd place Yummy Chinese Restaurant
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BEST place for eats & drinks • BEST place for eats & drinks Cookie 1st place Festival Foods 2nd place Bob & Bonnie’s Donuts & Cakes
Fish Fry 1st place Wendt’s on the Lake 2nd place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL
cup of coffee 1st place Starbucks 2nd place Blue Goose
French Fries 1st place McDonald’s 2nd place Culver’s
Dessert 1st place Kelley Country Creamery 2nd place Gilles Frozen Custard
Fried Chicken 1st place Philly’s on 4th 2nd place KFC
Dinner under $10 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Ala Roma
Frozen Custard/Ice Cream 1st place Kelley Country Creamery 2nd place Gilles Frozen Custard
Doughnuts 1st place Bob & Bonnie’s Donuts & Cakes 2nd place Festival Foods
Hamburger 1st place Culver’s 2nd place A&W continued on page 6 >>>
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Best Dessert & Best Custard/Ice Cream.
IT’S BEEN A PLEASURE SERVING YOU!
Thank You For The Support From The Blancks Family
Blancks Lake Aire Supper Club "Best Prime Rib" "Best Steak" "Best Salad Bar"
Blancks Supper Club "Best Supper Club"
Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club WI-5001694838
N8751 Lakeshore Drive • Fond du Lac
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Blanck’s Supper Club “Where friends meet friends” W2655 County Road Q Malone
(920) 795-4484 www.blanckssupperclub.com WI-5001695938
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BEST place for eats & drinks • BEST place for eats & drinks Home Style Cooking 1st place Schreiner’s Restaurant 2nd place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar
Pizza 1st place Joe’s Fox Hut 2nd place Bob’s Pizza
Fast Food 1st place Culver’s 2nd place A&W
Place for Lunch 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Friar Tuck’s
Italian Food 1st place Ala Roma 2nd place Gino’s Italian Restaurant
Prime Rib 1st place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL 2nd place Sebastian’s Steak House
Kids Menu 1st place McDonald’s 2nd place A&W
Restaurant for the entire family 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL
Mexican Food 1st place Mazatlan 2nd place Casa del Tequila
Restaurant for the Price 1st place Ala Roma 2nd place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar continued on page 8 >>>
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BEST place for eats & drinks • BEST place for eats & drinks Restaurant for the Service 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL
Soup 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Friar Tuck’s
Salad Bar 1st place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL 2nd place Salty’s Seafood & Spirits
Sports Bar 1st place Coliseum 2nd place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar
Sandwich 1st place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar 2nd place Fat Joe’s Bar & Grill
Steak 1st place Blanck’s Lake Aire Supper Club-FDL 2nd place Sebastian’s Steak House
Seafood Market 1st place Festival Foods 2nd place Pick ‘n Save
Sub Shop 1st place Subway 2nd place Jimmy John’s
Seafood Restaurant 1st place Salty’s Seafood & Spirits 2nd place Wendt’s on the Lake
Supper Club 1st place Blanck’s Supper Club-Johnsburg 2nd place Cedar Lodge
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best
Entertainment
Bowling Alley 1st place Ledgeview Lanes 2nd place Elks Lodge
Happy Hour 1st place Main Exchange 2nd place Fat Joe’s Bar and Grill
Local Festival 1st place Walleye Weekend 2nd place Fondue Fest
Dance Floor 1st place Fat Joe’s Bar and Grill 2nd place Shut Up & Dance
Karaoke 1st place Pockets 2nd place Cool River Grill
Family Entertainment 1st place Fond du Lac Family YMCA 2nd place Fondy Sports Complex
Live theatre Show 1st place Fond du Lac Community Theatre 2nd place Fond du Lac High School
Movie Theatre 1st place Fond du Lac Movie Theater 2nd place Marcus Cinema
Golf Course 1st place Whispering Springs 2nd place Rolling Meadows Golf Course
Local Band 1st place Boogie and the Yo-Yo’s 2nd place Vic Ferrari
Place to Celebrate A Birthday (Adult) 1st place Schmitty’s Oar House 2nd place Trepanier’s Backyard Grill & Bar Place to Celebrate A Birthday (Child) 1st place Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac 2nd place Fond du Lac Family YMCA
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“Thank You For Your Support!”
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Happy Hour: Tues - Fri 3-6pm
Tommy J’s
920-795-4525 JOHN
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Thank you for voting us
BEST PLUMBER 2013!
Serving and supporting the Fond du Lac area for more than 30 years!
920-921-1414 218 South Main Street
Thank you for voting me Fond du Lac’s
Best Dentist!
WI-5001694884
Fond du Lac, WI 54935 A special thanks to my friend and mentor, Dr. Mike Doyle R.I.P.
I have the most amazing patients & staff - Thank you!
336 Harbor View Drive – Fond du Lac - (920) 922-9400
WI-5001695983
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best
people Accountant 1st place Tim Marcoe 2nd place Jana Secord
Electrician 1st place Jake Schommer 2nd place Pat Schommer
Auto Mechanic 1st place Scott Holmes 2nd place Lee Hansen
Eye Doctor 1st place David Hammes 2nd place Brian Hammes
Auto Salesperson - New Cars 1st place Jeff Hopper 2nd place Pat Friedel
Family Doctor 1st place Douglas Fownes 2nd place Brenda Grass
Auto Salesperson - Used Cars 1st place Jeff Hopper 2nd place Pat Friedel
Florist 1st place Wood’s Floral & Gifts 2nd place Botanical’s Floral Studio
Caterers 1st place Eden Catering 2nd place Linstrom’s Catering
Insurance Agent 1st place Sam Meyer 2nd place Lyle Birschbach
Dentist 1st place Tim McBride 2nd place Tim Twohig
Lawyer 1st place Philip A Shepherd 2nd place Charles Averbeck
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Thank You Fond du Lac
BEST people • BEST people • BEST people • BEST people Nurse 1st place Jane Magina 2nd place Janet De Boer Plumber 1st place Ahern Gross 2nd place Strong’s Plumbing and Heating
for voting us Best Florist!
Printers 1st place Action Printing 2nd place Scott’s Discount Printing
We appreciate your business!
Radio Announcer 1st place Greg Owens 2nd place Murphy in the Morning Real Estate Agent 1st place Debra Heller 2nd place Brooke Boyle Volunteer 1st place Betty Trent 2nd place Jerry Schaefer
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Free Parking in Rear of the Store and on Main Street
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#1 Home Builder ROBERTS HOMES AND REAL ESTATE 2013 WINNER
BEST COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY - 2013 RUNNER UP BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY - 2013 RUNNER UP
DEBRA HELLER
Jim Roberts
Debra Heller
Larry Schaefer
David Washkoviak
Sandra Colwin
Randy Martin
Brooke Boyle-Schneider
Cathy Berenz
Rose Schneider
Joan Wettstein
Pam Nolan
Dave Hesprich
Peggy Csiacsek
Jeff Alexander
Royce Edwards
Jeanne Kollman
Ryan Gutreuter
Mary Hammes
Larry Heller
Ron Horton
Christina Jones
Joyce Schaefer
Lisa Gressing
Bruce Meadows
2013 WINNER BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT BROOKE BOYLE-SCHNEIDER 2013 RUNNER UP BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT
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Thank You Fond du Lac F For voting us #1 BEST AUTO MECHANIC 5 years in a ROW!
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Software Systems
• Tune-Ups
Selection, Implementation and Support
• Oil Changes
Controller Services
• Scheduled Maintenance e
Monthly, Quarterly, Year End Payroll, or Special Projects
Services • Brake Repair
Training
• Tires
Accounting & Productivity Software
• Transmission Service
5 Years in a row!
Jana T. Secord, CPA LLC - CPA, CNT, MSIS
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US RUNNER UP FOR BEST PET STORE!
WI-5001694212
...and much more!
FDL Boat Launch Permits
440 N. Brooke Street • Fond du Lac, WI 54935
920-322-9412
Open 7 days a week - year round
Victoria’s i i Pet Nutrition i i Center
Runner-Up For Best Bait & Tackle Shop in 2012
14 N. Main Street, FDL | (920) 923-1991
www.victoriasallnaturalpethealth.com
(920) 922-2011
DNR Licenses
Open Mon. - Sat. Visit our website for hours!
WI-5001693258
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
SCOTT HOLMES, Owner 283 W. Pioneer Rd. Fond du Lac
LIVE BAIT, HOT TACKLE & COOL GIFT SHOP ICE, SNACKS & SODA
WI-5001680910
www.smbussolutions.com
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Headquarters
Family Focus
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New Patients Welcome!
Call for an appointment today!
920-922-7121
Thank You for Voting us Best Bait & Tackle Shop & 258 North Main St Runner-Up for Best Sporting Fond du Lac Goods Shop!
920.922.0311
Stop in and see us for dutchstradingpost.com Monday 6 am - 6 pm Tues. - Fri. 6 am - 8 pm Sat & Sun 6am - 5pm
all of your hunting and fishing needs.
WI-5001693551
Congratulations Dr. David and Dr. Brian!
Outdoorsman
EYE CARE
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Thank you Fond du Lac for Voting us Best Place to Buy Cheese!
As a ThankYou for making us #1 bring this coupon in for a complementary adjustment and Cleaning Kit! ($4.99 value) Expires 10/31/13
We appreciate your patronage & look forward to serving you for many years to come!
FREE Polycarbonate Lenses With purchase of any frame for children under 18 ( Can’t be used with insurance plan) Expires 10/31/13
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best shopping Antiques 1st place The Plaid Squirrel 2nd place Ken’s Family Antiques
carpet store 1st place Twohig Flooring America 2nd place FloorQuest
Appliance Store 1st place Silica Appliance & Electronics 2nd place Ray’s TV and Appliance
Computer Store 1st place Best Buy 2nd place Staples
Arts & Crafts Store 1st place Jo-Ann Fabric & Crafts 2nd place Hobby Lobby
Consignment Store 1st place Cinderella’s Closet 2nd place St. Vincent De Paul
Bait & Tackle shop 1st place Dutch’s Trading Post 2nd place Fleet Farm
Convenience Stores 1st place Kwik Trip 2nd place Philly’s on 4th
Bridal 1st place Edith’s Bridal 2nd place David’s Bridal
Driving School 1st place Ries Driving School 2nd place Fond du Lac High School continued on page 18 >>>
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BEST shopping • BEST shopping • BEST shopping • BEST shopping Electronics Store 1st place Best Buy 2nd place Silica Appliance & Electronics
Jewelry Store 1st place C.W. Smith Jewelers 2nd place Krail Jewelry
Eye Wear Selection 1st place Family Focus Eye Care 2nd place Shopko Optical
Liquor/Wine 1st place Festival Foods 2nd place Cujak’s Wine Market
Furniture Store 1st place WG & R 2nd place Murray Furniture
Mattress Retailer 1st place WG & R 2nd place Verlo Mattress Factory
Grocery 1st place Festival Foods 2nd place Pick ‘n Save
Meat Market 1st place Eden Meat Market 2nd place Brandon Meats
Hardware Store 1st place Kitz & Pfeil True Value 2nd place Menards
Music Store 1st place Mike’s Music 2nd place Best Buy
Health Shop 1st place The Village Market 2nd place Agnesian Health Shoppe
Nursery (Lawn & Garden) 1st place Stuart’s Landscaping & Garden Center 2nd place Haentze Floral
Thanks to all who voted
Eden Meat Market
“Best Meat Market for 2013” Fresh-Cut Steaks & Chops, Home-Cured Hams & Bacon, Variety H of Sausages, Jerky & Bratwurst
Readers’ Choice Winner ‘03, ‘04, ‘05, ‘06, ‘07, ‘08, ‘09, ‘10, ‘11, ‘12, ‘13!
Eden Catering Thanks for Voting us Best Caterer for 2013!
OFFERING 3 TYPES OF SERVICE: Pick up - Delivery - Full Service No Order is too Large or Small!
WI-5001693972
OPEN MON-FRI 7am-6pm • SAT 7am-5pm 477-2711 • 115 E. Main Street, Eden
Minutes South of Fond du Lac • Check out our daily specials at www.edenmeat.com
115 E. Main St., Eden, WI • 920-477-2711 Check out our catering menu at: www.edenmeat.com
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KRAIL JEWELRY
BEST shopping • BEST shopping • BEST shopping • BEST shopping
A name you’ve trusted since 1922.
Party Supply Store 1st place 50-50 Factory Outlet 2nd place Dollar Tree
Thank You For Making Us Runner-Up For Best Jewelry Store
Pet Store 1st place PetSmart 2nd place Victoria’s Pet Nutrition Center Place for Hearing Assistance 1st place Agnesian HealthCare 2nd place Pickart Hearing Place to buy a Cellular Phone 1st place U.S. Cellular 2nd place Sprint Place to Buy a Motorcycle 1st place Open Road Harley Davidson 2nd place Pro MotorSports
Accredited Gem Lab
Celebrating Over 90 Years
Place to Buy a New Car 1st place Holiday Automotive 2nd place Bergstrom Automotive Place to buy a special gift 1st place Kristmas Kringle 2nd place C.W. Smith Jewelers Place to buy a used car 1st place Holiday Automotive 2nd place Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Place to buy cheese 1st place Baker Cheese 2nd place Widmer Cheese Cellars Pool/Spa shop 1st place Binner Pool and Spa 2nd place Zillges Spa, Landscape & Fireplace RV Store 1st place Schiek’s Camping Center 2nd place Merz RV Center Sporting Goods Shop 1st place Fleet Farm 2nd place Dutch’s Trading Post continued on page 20 >>>
105 North Main Street Downtown Fond du Lac
921-2475
Open Mon.-Thurs. 8-5, Fri. 8-8, Sat. 9:00-12:00, Sun. Closed
www.krailjewelry.com
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BEST shopping • BEST shopping • Thrift Store 1st place Goodwill 2nd place St. Vincent De Paul Tire Store 1st place Badger Tire 2nd place Matthew’s Tire Tuxedo Rental 1st place Edith’s Tuxedo Junction 2nd place Nedrebo’s Formal Wear Video Rental 1st place Family Video 2nd place Fond du Lac Public Library Window Replacement Company 1st place Wrightway Home Improvement 2nd place Window World
congratulations
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Mark Feucht – Winner - Best Financial Advisor Feucht Financial Group – Runner-up - Best Tax Service
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Laura Whyms, Jake Harmsen, Jeremy Feucht, Mark Feucht, CFP, EA, Jeff Nielson, Chad Muehlbauer
Tax, Financial & Retirement Planning Tax Preparation Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds Separately Managed & Institutional Accts
Life, Long-term Care Insurance & Annuities Estate & Trust Planning, Inheritances
401k Rollovers, IRA’s, Roth IRA’s
920-921-6288 WI-5001694836
www.feuchtfinancial.com • N6687 Wrightway Drive Fond du Lac, WI 54937 Securities and advisory services offered through NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION (NPC), Member FINRA/SIPC., a Registered Investment Advisor. Feucht Financial Group, L.L.C. and NPC are separate and unrelated companies
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Thank you for Voting us your #1 Best Carpet & Flooring Store! 2 Years Running!!
316 N. Rolling Meadows Dr., Fond du Lac (Corner of Hwys. 23 & 41) 920.922.6340 • www.twohigflooringamerica.com
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best services Assisted Living Facility 1st place St. Francis Home 2nd place Touchstone Living Center
Car Wash 1st place Jet Stream Car Wash 2nd place Korneli’s Prairie Mobil
Auto Body Shop 1st place Holiday Automotive 2nd place Scotty’s Auto Works
Chiropractic Clinic 1st place Bauer Chiropractic 2nd place Judkins Chiropractic
Auto Detail Shop 1st place Holiday Automotive 2nd place Olsen’s Auto Spa
Computer Repair/Service 1st place Best Buy 2nd place Milwaukee PC
Bank 1st place National Exchange Bank & Trust 2nd place American Bank
Construction Company (Commercial) 1st place C.D. Smith 2nd place Roberts Homes And Real Estate
Banquet/Reception Location 1st place Whispering Springs 2nd place Knights of Columbus Barber Shop 1st place The Barber Shop 2nd place Art the Barber Beauty Salon 1st place Looking Glass Styling Salon 2nd place The Classic Cut
Credit Union 1st place Marine Credit Union 2nd place Fond du Lac Credit Union Dance Studio 1st place Shut Up & Dance 2nd place Wempner’s School of Dance
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BEST services • BEST services • BEST services • BEST services Daycare Facility 1st place Fond du Lac Family YMCA Child Care Center 2nd place Camelot Children’s Center Dental Clinic 1st place Dental Associates 2nd place Twohig Family Dentistry DJ Services 1st place Record Entertainment 2nd place Matt’s DJ Service Dry Cleaners 1st place Georgetown Cleaners 2nd place Model Cleaners Employer 1st place Agnesian HealthCare 2nd place Holiday Automotive
Employment Agency 1st place Seek Inc 2nd place Manpower Financial Advisor 1st place Mark Feucht 2nd place Tim Marcoe Fitness Center 1st place Fond du Lac Family YMCA 2nd place Anytime Fitness Funeral Planner 1st place Uecker-Witt Funeral Home 2nd place Zacherl Funeral Home Graphic Sign Business 1st place Graphic Center 2nd place Flyway Signs Health Clinic 1st place Agnesian HealthCare 2nd place Aurora Health Care continued on page 25 >>>
Voted 1 of Fond du Lac’s Best Chiropractors 7 years in a row!
Jake Schommer Electric continued on page 28 >>>
Residential • Commercial • Industrial
Thank you Fond du Lac for voting us Best Electrician
It has been a pleasure treating the Fond du Lac community for the past 8 years and I look forward to working with new patients as well.” Thank You!
“I am very pleased and honored to have been voted
Andrew Judkins, D.C.
Providing personal service from start to finish.
State Certified Masters • Free Estimates 24 Hour Emergency Service
649 Fond du Lac Ave. Phone: 920-322-8700 Fax: 920-322-8701 www.judkinschiropractic.com WI-5001682263
WI-5001695980
920-921-4877 www.jakeschommerelectric.com
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“It has been my pleasure to serve the Fond du Lac community and surrounding area over the past 15 years.” “I am honored to have been voted Fond du Lac’s best Chiropractor. Thank You Fond du Lac!”
BAUER CHIROPRACTIC,
LLC
WI-5001696214
923-3322 • www.bauerchirofdl.com
Dr. Shayne Bauer
355 N. PETERS AVE. • FOND DU LAC, WI 54935
Thank you for voting us Best Window Replacement Company!
THANKYOU FOR VOTING US #1 "BEST VETERINARIAN" EXCEPTIONAL CARE FOR EXCEPTIONAL PETS
Call us for all your gutter, roofing, siding & window replacement needs. WI-5001693880
(920) 929-8999
N4415 Hwy 45, Eden, WI 53019 (920) 477-3003 Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-3pm, Sun 11am-3pm
WI-5001682142
www.countryhillspets.com
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BEST services • BEST services • BEST services • BEST services Heating/Air Conditioning 1st place Air Tech Heating 2nd place Fondy Heating and Cooling
Mason/Chimney Service 1st place Badger Masonry 2nd place David Wright Masonry
Home Improvement Store 1st place Menards 2nd place Kitz & Pfeil True Value
Massage 1st place The Renaissance Hair Salon & Day Spa 2nd place No Knots Therapeutic Massage
Homebuilder 1st place Roberts Homes and Real Estate 2nd place Steve Wirtz Construction
Monuments & Memorials 1st place Archie Monuments 2nd place Fond du lac Rock of Ages Memorial Co.
Insurance Company 1st place American Family Insurance 2nd place State Farm Insurance
Mortgage Company 1st place American Bank 2nd place National Exchange Bank & Trust
interrnet Provider 1st place Charter Communications 2nd place AT&T
Motel/Hotel 1st place Holiday Inn 2nd place Country Inn & Suites
Landscaping Company 1st place Stuart’s Landscaping & Garden Center 2nd place Rademann Stone and Landscape
Nail Salon 1st place Sisters Nail Salon 2nd place Happy Nails continued on page 27 >>>
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For over 50 years, Fox World Travel has built a reputation for quality travel services and outstanding customer relationships. Consult a Local Travel Agent
WI-5001682146
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A non profit Christian Association of lot and crypt owners • www.calvarycemeteryfdl.com
www.GoFox.com
184 N Main St.- Fond du Lac 920-921-1395 11 Locations Statewide
WI-5001695410
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Fond du Lac for voting us
Best Travel Agency!
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BEST services • BEST services • BEST services • BEST services Nursing Home 1st place St. Francis Home 2nd place Fond du Lac Lutheran Home Oil Change 1st place Holiday Automotive 2nd place Scotty’s Auto Works
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Pharmacy 1st place Walgreens 2nd place Agnesian Pharmacy Photography Studio 1st place Gueller’s Photography 2nd place Ahrens Photography Picture Frame Shop 1st place Gallery & Frame Shop 2nd place Ahrens Photography Radio Station 1st place WFDL Sunny 97.7 2nd place B 104.7 Real Estate company 1st place Adashun Jones Real Estate 2nd place Roberts Homes and Real Estate Recovery/Rehab Center 1st place St. Francis Home 2nd place Back In Action Tanning Salon 1st place Electric Beach Tanning Salon 2nd place Classic Cut Tattoo Parlor 1st place Big Guns Tattoo 2nd place In Your Face Tattooz Tax Service 1st place Marcoe Tax Service 2nd place Feucht Financial Travel Services 1st place Fox World Travel 2nd place AAA Veterinarian Clinic 1st place Country Hills Pet Hospital 2nd place Eden and FDL Vet Clinic Weight Loss Center 1st place Fond du Lac Family YMCA 2nd place Weight Watchers
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American Bank
to service your mortgage needs and for selecting us as the areas Best Mortgage Company for the 2nd consecutive year. We are grateful for the recognition, and appreciate your business! Jim Chatterton, President
Chosen Best Mortgage Company
THANK YOU Fond du Lac for Voting Us...
Rita Keys
NMLS #507538
“Best Heating & Air Conditioning” 6 years in a Row
NMLS #638630
Peter Wettstein
NMLS #509447
Home of One-to-One Banking
www.ambank.com
(920) 924-6742 1305A Industrial Parkway Fond du Lac WI 54937 WI-5001681682
Kristine Schroeder
676 W. Johnson St. Fond du Lac,
WI-5001681692
920-922-9292
NMLS# 414651
505 Main St. Brownsville
920-583-3166
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923-4433 adashunjones.com
IN A REAL EST
FRANK ADASHUN
TERRY HOLZ
WI-5001682392
Fond du Lac’s #1 Custom Home Builder
We appreciate your business over the past 27 years & look forward to growing with you for years to come! Oshkosh
Green Lake
922-8093
233-8186
748-5881
WI-5001696592
You will appreciate the experience, because we care about yyour ourr ssatisfaction! atisffaction! www.stuartslandscaping.com
JOANN LAURA KAY ELYSE ALBRECHT ANDREW BASTIAN BECKER
PAM DAN MARY COLETTE JENNIFER GAMBERINI GRIEPENTROG HIETPAS HILDEBRANDT EMMER
PAUL SUE MARY ELLEN PETERSON PRIVOZNIK RADEMANN
Thank You to our loyal customers for voting us Best Landscaping Company & Best Nursery!
Fond du Lac
JEFF JONES
BOB REED
TIM BELL
KEVIN JONES
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Fond du Lac’s Leading Real Estate Team 27 Consecutive Years! • More Agents • More Experience • More Properties SOLD
11TH ANNUAL
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AMANDA CHERYL VALERIE SHARON CHRISTINE SHERYL JULIE BRAUN BROOKINS BUROS COLLIEN CRITES DEICH EDGARTON
SHARON KORNELI
JAN KRUG
BRENT LUCAS
THERESE SHARMAN MASSEY MOSER
CHRIS TOM CARLA PATTI BONNIE GAIL VICKI RENDERMAN SCHAEFER SCHARF-EWERT SCHEVE SCHWOERER SHARPE STEINHARDT
BRUCE MILLER
AMY TEIFKE
GLENN ELMER
MICHAELE LYNNETTE NIMMER PARISH
KELLY TWOHIG
RICK ZAKOS
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Marcoe Income Tax Service
1st Place for Best Tax Service 1st Place for Best Accountant Runner-up for Best Financial Advisor
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BEST GRAPHIC SIGN BUSINESS WI-5001695971
Tuck Pointing • Chimney Liners
A Solid Value
Complete Fireplace & Chimney Restoration
RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL
Brick • Block • Stonework Repairs Thin Stone • Repair - Rebuild Steps Chimneys Repaired • Chimney Caps Chimney Cleaning • Foundations Repaired
LOCAL BUSINESS FOR 70 YEARS THREE GENERATIONS
FREE
Over 37 years experience Thank You Fond du Lac for your continued Votes 5 Years In a Row
920-921-7480
43 3rd St., Fond du Lac
for concrete & masonry
Estimates
In office year round for your convenience
WI-5001680944
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DAVID WRIGHT MASONRY
WI-5001682158
920-924-6161
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