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BEST PLACE TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN VISITORS
DOW GARDENS / WHITING FOREST
Readers voted Dow Gardens/Whiting Forest the best place to take out-of-town visitors. No. 2 was Dow Diamond, and No. 3 was the Midland Center for the arts. (Provided photo)
BAYSIDE HOME CARE
Bayside Home Care Owner Gary Vogel poses with some prior Reader’s Choice awards. This year, readers once again voted Bayside Home Care best home care agency. No. 2 was Great Lakes Home Care Unlimited, and No. 3 was Right at Home. (Kate Hessling/khessling@hearstnp.com)
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Best Place to Take Out-of-Town Visitors
702 BAR
Readers voted 702 Bar’s Future of Comedy Night as the best event in the area. No. 2 was Riverdays and No. 3 was the Great Lakes Loons. (Provided photo)
BEST PLACE TO BUY A HEARING AID
BEST HOME CARE AGENCY
Gold Medal Winner
BEST EVENT IN THE AREA
MIRACLE EAR
Hearing Instrument Specialist Justin Hess works on some equipment at Miracle Ear in Midland, which was voted the No. 1 place to buy a hearing aid. No. 2 was Bieri Hearing, and No. 3 was Allied Hearing. (Kate Hessling/khessling@hearstnp.com)
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BEST DENTIST 2019
WINNERS DR. CHRISTINA BEHRING
ASIAN RESTAURANT Gold Silver Bronze
BEST INDEPENDENT LIVING FACILITY
BREAKFAST SPOT Gold Silver Bronze
Dr. Christina Behring, of Michael D. Bowen DDS Family Dentistry in Sanford, was voted best dentist. No. 2 was McLaren Dental Associates, and No. 3 was Bailey Family Dental & Braces. (Kate Hessling/khessling@hearstnp.com)
KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Gold Silver Bronze
INDEPENDENCE VILLAGE
Independence Village was voted the No. 1 independent living facility. No. 2 was Primrose Retirement Community, and No. 3 was Washington Woods. (Facebook photo)
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Asian Express Pi’s Chinese Maru Sushi
Lasco’s Restaurant M’s Café Stackers
Pizza Sam’s Buffalo Wild Wings Bob Evans
PIZZA Gold Silver Bronze
Pizza Sam’s Jet’s Pizza Good Times Pizza
RESTAURANT: FRIENDLY SERVICE Gold Silver Silver Bronze Bronze
O’s Pub & Grill Shirlene’s Cuisine M’s Café Lanny’s Restaurant Lasko’s Restaurant
RESTAURANT: HOME COOKING Gold Silver Bronze
M’s Café Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Shier’s Deli
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BEST PLACE FOR MARTIAL ARTS / BEST GYM PLACE FOR MIXED DRINKS Gold Silver Bronze PLACE TO BUY PRODUCE Gold Silver Bronze SANDWICH Gold Silver Silver Bronze RESTAURANT: SEAFOOD & FISH Gold Silver Bronze Bronze CAR REPAIR Gold Silver Bronze USED CAR DEALERSHIP Gold Silver Bronze
Whine Sanford Lake Bar & Grill 702 Bar
Jack’s Fruit & Meat Market Meijer Kroger
Amazing Deli M’s Café Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders Shier’s Deli
EDGE FITNESS
Edge Fitness was voted the No. 1 place for martial arts. No. 2 was Angel’s Karate Taekwondo Martial Arts, and No. 3 was Lim’s Taekowndo Academy. Edge also was voted the area’s best gym. No. 2 was Seung-Ni Fit Club, and No. 3 was Midland Country Club. (Facebook photo)
BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER
Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Lucky’s Steakhouse Gratzi Maru Sushi
Chippewa Auto Pickering Automotive Services Higher Standards Automotive
ADAM THIEL
Adam Thiel with Edward Jones received first place for financial planner in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Jacob Smith received second place and Kevin Spencer with Edward Jones finished third. (Photo Provided)
Garber Chevrolet Betten Baker Buick GMC Cadillac Midland Ford Lincoln
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NEW CAR DEALERSHIP Gold Garber Chevrolet Silver Midland Ford Lincoln Bronze Feeny Chrysler Jeep Dodge
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BEST ATTORNEY AUTO DETAILING Gold Silver Bronze Bronze
ANGELA COLE
Angela Cole poses for a photo in front of the Midland County Courthouse. Cole was picked as best attorney in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Second place was Brandon Richardson and third place was Courtney Thom. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
BEST YOGA STUDIO
ELEMENT 22
Element 22 was selected as best yoga studio in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Second place went to Alignment 8 Yoga & Cycle and the third place winner was Studio 818 on Ashman. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
BRAND OF AUTOMOBILE Gold Silver Bronze
116 Harold St. Midland, MI 48640 www.VetMidland.com ReceptionRRAH@gmail.com
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Chevrolet Ford Toyota
AUTO BODY SHOP Gold Silver Bronze
Chippewa Auto Northtown Collision Garber Chevrolet
TOWING SERVICE Gold Silver Bronze
Beehrs Towing Cole’s Wrecker & Service Garage Mid State Towing
PLACE FOR AN OIL CHANGE Gold Silver Bronze
Garber Chevrolet Chippewa Auto Valvoline Instant Oil Change
PLUMBER Gold Silver Bronze ELECTRICIAN Gold Silver Bronze
SILVER MEDAL - BEST VET
High Definition Detailing Auto Perfection Cody Inman Quality Truck & Auto
FURNITURE Gold Silver Bronze
A+ Plumbing Beauchamps Heating & Cooling Brubaker Plumbing, Heating & AC
Blasy Electric Harbron Electric O’Keefe Electric
Tri City Furniture Amish Reflections Dan Dan the Mattress Man
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BEST ASSISTED LIVING LUNCH SPOT Gold Silver Bronze
M’s Café Lasko’s Restaurant Café American
SOUP Gold Silver Bronze
M’s Café Café American Shirlene’s Cuisine
SPORTS BAR Gold Silver Bronze RESTAURANT: STEAK Gold Silver Bronze
Big E’s Sports Grill Buffalo Wild Wings Sanford Lake Bar & Grill
Lucky’s Steakhouse Logan’s Roadhouse O’s Pub & Grill
WAITER/WAITRESS Gold Silver Bronze Bronze
Kelly - Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Aaron - Big E’s Sports Grill Marcy Demoines - The Boulevard Wendy - Stacker’s Grill
ROMANTIC DINNER Gold Silver Bronze
Gratzi Villa D’Alessandro Lucky’s Steakhouse
BBQ RIBS Gold Silver Bronze DINNER FOR $10 OR UNDER Gold Gold Silver Bronze Bronze
Bone Daddy’s BBQ Sanford Lake Bar & Grill The Creek Grill
The Boulevard Nate’s Cart Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders Entre Amigos Sanford Lake Bar & Grill
MERIDIAN ACRES
Residents, family members and staff at Meridian Acres participate in a drumming activity at the facility, which was selected as the first place winner in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards best assisted living category. Independence Village placed second and King’s Daughters Home placed third. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
BEST BUFFET / BEST CARRYOUT
PI’S CHINESE
Pi’s Chinese was voted “best buffet” by readers, beating second place Ghengis Khan Mongolian Barbeque and third place Red Oak Restaurant. Pi’s also won “best carryout,” beating second place Panera Bread and third place Basil Thai Bistro. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
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VISION & BEST PLACE TO BUY GLASSES CASUAL DINING Gold Silver Bronze BARTENDER Gold Silver Bronze
MIDLAND EYE CARE
Eyeglass frames are on display at Midland Eye Care, winner for vision and best place to buy glasses in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Second place in vision was Midland Eye Associates and third place was Traverse Vision. Second place in best place to buy glasses was Traverse Vision and third place was Midland Eye Associates. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
BEST SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
ROOFING CONTRACTOR Gold Silver Bronze
KING’S DAUGHTERS HOME
CODY’S CUSTOM CAR CARE
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Matt Ku - WhichCraft Taproom Matt C - Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Amanda – Wheel House American Grill
Brandle Roofing Tri City Remodeling Francis Builders
SIDING CONTRACTOR Gold Tri City Remodeling Silver Francis Builders Bronze Chad Moody CARPET OR FLOOR COVERING Gold Silver Bronze
Joan Miller, Betty Keil and Joanne McKellar enjoy an afternoon in the courtyard at King’s Daughters Home, winner of the best skilled nursing facility category in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
The Creek Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Shirlene’s Cuisine
BUILDER: NEW HOME Gold Silver Bronze BUILDER: REMODELING Gold Silver Bronze HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Gold Silver Bronze
Tri City Furniture Everett Carpet D&R Floor Covering
Orvosh Builders Premier Building and Design Francis Builders
Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery Dice Contracting MJ Sweebe Builders
Beauchamps Heating & Cooling Wild’s Plumbing, Heating & AC All Seasons Heating, Cooling & Insulation
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BEST FLORIST KITCHEN CABINETS Gold Silver Bronze PLACE FOR HOME DECORATING Gold Silver Bronze LAWN CARE Gold Silver Bronze BAKERY Gold Silver Bronze BREW PUB Gold Silver Bronze BUFFET Gold Silver Bronze BURGER Gold Silver Silver Bronze CAKE SHOP Gold Silver Bronze
LeBeau Cabinets Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery Designs by Karen
Tri City Furniture Midland Furniture Garage Amish Reflections
SMITH’S FLOWERS & GIFTS
Ted’s Home & Lawn Ace Hardware & Sports Sanford Hardware
The indoor pond is a popular feature inside Smith’s Flowers & Gifts, which placed first in the florist category in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Second place went to Village Green and third place was Hannah’s Flowers. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
BEST PLACE TO WORSHIP
The Loch Coffee Co. First We Eat Dessert Panera Bread
Midland Brewing Company WhichCraft Taproom Tavern 101
Pi’s Chinese Restaurant Ghengis Kahn Mongolian Barbeque Red Oak Restaurant
Boulevard Lounge Midland Brewing Company Big E’s Sports Grill O’s Pub & Grill
Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe Meijer Mary’s Creative Cakery
LIFE CHURCH OF MIDLAND
Members of Life Church of Midland pose in front of the church’s new upcoming location in the Midland Mall, which will open on Sept. 8. Life Church of Midland was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place to worship. Runners up were St. Agnes Catholic Church and Blessed Sacrament. (Photo provided)
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BEST COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY CARRYOUT Gold Silver Bronze
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
CATERER Gold Silver Bronze
Members of Northwood University admissions staff pose in front of the university’s entrance. Northwood University was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best college/ university. Runners up were Saginaw Valley State University and Central Michigan University. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
COOK/CHEF Gold
BEST INSURANCE AGENCY/ BEST INSURANCE AGENT
Silver Bronze DESSERT Gold Silver Bronze ICE CREAM Gold Silver Bronze
IEUTER INSURANCE GROUP OF MIDLAND
Ieuter Insurance Group of Midland was named best insurance agency while Karl Ieuter was named best insurance agent. Pictured, back row, from left, Steve Scott, Karl Ieuter, Cal Ieuter, Kurt Ieuter, Taylor Cobb and Nate Compo. Front row, from left, Lisa Grzegorczyk, Dawn Sczepanski and Helen Szabo. In the best insurance agency category, No. 2 was Bone & Bailey Insurance Agency, and No. 3 was Arbury Insurance. In the category of best insurance agent, No. 2 was Missy Noykos and No. 3 was Taylor Sith, both of Bone & Bailey Insurance Agency. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
We appreciate all the wonderful votes. THANK YOU MIDLAND!
Sanford Lake BAR & GRILL
3770 N. Bailey Rd., Sanford, MI
989-687-5620
PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT BEER Gold Silver Bronze Bronze LAWN CARE REPAIR Gold Silver Bronze LANDSCAPER Gold Silver Bronze
Pi’s Chinese Restaurant Panera Bread Basil Thai Bistro
Bone Daddy’s BBQ Menu Manager Shier’s Deli
Zach Hutchinson Midland Brewing Company Daniel “DJ” Corlis - Gratzi Brad Valley - Primrose Retirement
Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe Café Zinc Cheeky Cheesecakes
Great Lakes Ice Cream Cottage Creamery Sanford Whippy Dip
Eastman Party Store Meijer Fruitland Market Opperman’s Cork and Ale
Ted’s Home & Lawn Sanford Hardware Ace Hardware & Sports
Reder Landscaping Servinski Sod Service Phoenix Landscapes
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BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BEST GRADUATION PHOTOGRAPHER
GARDEN CENTER Gold Silver Bronze
Maple Hill Nursery Cohoon’s Elevator Begick Nursery
SNOW REMOVAL Gold Silver Bronze
Willie Dice Servinski Sod Service MAC Services
LOCAL HARDWARE STORE Gold Silver Bronze
Ace Hardware & Sports Sandford Hardware Gill-Roy’s
LOCAL PLUMBING STORE Gold Silver Bronze
Ace Hardware & Sports Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery Sanford Hardware
WINDOW CONTRACTOR Gold Silver Bronze
Tri City Remodeling Laurence Smith Window & Door Chad Moody
PAINT & SUPPLIES Gold Silver Bronze
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Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Ace Hardware & Sports Sanford Hardware
REAL ESTATE AGENT Gold Silver Bronze
Dasia Barnhart (Modern Realty) Christine Morley (Ayre Rhinehart) Teresa Quintana (Modern Realty)
REAL ESTATE OFFICE Gold Silver Bronze
Modern Realty Ayre Rhinehart RE/MAX
FAE LAUME PHOTOGRAPHY
Amanda Scott, founder and owner of Fae Laume Photography, poses in her home studio. Fae Laume Photography was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best wedding photographer. Runners up were One for Every Moment Photography and Titus Photography. Fae Laume Photography also won first place for best graduation photographer. Runners up were Morley Photography and One For Every Moment Photography. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
BEST RECEPTION HALL
THE GREAT HALL
The Great Hall is set up for an upcoming event. Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best reception hall. Runners up were The H Hotel and Serendipity Farms. (Photo provided)
BUFFETS, BURGERS, SEAFOOD, SALADS, DRINKS
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BEST PLACE TO CELEBRATE A BIRTHDAY PARTY PLACE TO BUY A MATTRESS Gold Silver Bronze
GREATER MIDLAND COMMUNITY CENTER
Greater Midland Community Center maintenance staff member Joel Shoemaker and Birthday Coordinator Brittany Hines pose in one of the Community Center’s party rooms. GMCC was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place to celebrate a birthday party. Runners up were Sanford Lake Bar & Grill and Valley Lanes Family Entertainment Center. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
BEST PLACE TO BUY A MATTRESS
BEST PLACE TO BUY SEAFOOD Gold Silver Bronze SALAD Gold Silver Bronze CHILDREN’S MENU Gold Silver Bronze
DAN DAN THE MATTRESS MAN
Dan Leviere, owner of Dan Dan the Mattress Man in Midland, helps a couple, Bill and Chris Radke, pick out a new mattress at his shop. The store, which is located at 802 Ashman St. in Midland, won the 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best place to buy a mattress. No. 2 was Tri City Furniture, and No. 3 was Godwin’s Furniture and Mattress. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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Dan Dan the Mattress Man Tri City Furniture Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress
LaLonde’s Market Jack’s Fruit & Meat Market Meijer
Ruby Tuesday’s Café American YAYA’s Flame Broiled Chicken
Applebee’s Olive Garden Bob Evans
COFFEE SHOP Gold Silver Bronze
Live Oak Coffeehouse Coffee Chaos Grove Tea Lounge
HAPPY HOUR Gold Silver Bronze
Diamond Jim’s Applebees Gratzi
MEAT MARKET Gold Silver Bronze PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT WINE Gold Silver Bronze
Jack’s Fruit & Meat Market LaLonde’s Market Sanford Food Center
Eastman Party Store Meijer Fruitland Market
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BEST SNOW REMOVAL PLACE TO BUY DELI MEAT & CHEESE Gold Silver Bronze CHICKEN WINGS Gold Silver Bronze BARBERSHOP Gold Silver Bronze Bronze
Jack’s Fruit & Meat Market LaLonde’s Market Meijer
Buffalo Wild Wings The Creek Grill O’s Pub & Grill
Cooper & Co. Salon Group Irish’s Barber Shop Gordon’s Barber Shop Sport Clips
INSURANCE AGENT Gold Silver Bronze
Karl Leuter (Leuter Insurance Group) Missy Noykos (Bone & Bailey) Taylor Sith (Bone & Bailey)
INSURANCE AGENCY Gold Silver Bronze
Ieuter Insurance Group Bone & Bailey Insurance Agency Arbury Insurance
LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS Gold Silver Bronze WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER Gold Silver Bronze
Revenue Physical Therapy LaLonde’s Market Grove Tea Lounge
Fae Laume Photography One For Every Moment Photography Titus Photography
WILLIE DICE
Willie Dice, who poses next to one of his trucks on Aug. 22, 2019, won the 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best snow removal in Midland. No. 2 was Servinski Sod Service, and No. 3 was MAC Services. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
BEST PRESCHOOL
KID’S CREEK PRESCHOOL
Pictured from left are Kid’s Creek Preschool staff members Kelli Smith, Tara Whittington, Jamie Engler, Katrina Berg, Lisa Adams, Michelle Delzer and Sarah Martin. Kid’s Creek Preschool was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best preschool. Runners up were Hidden Treasures Preschool and Chippewa Nature Preschool. (Photo provided)
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PLACE TO WORSHIP Gold Silver Bronze
Life Church Midland St. Agnes Catholic Church Blessed Sacrament
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BEST HOTEL PLACE TO CELEBRATE A BIRTHDAY Gold Silver Bronze
PRESCHOOL Gold Silver Bronze
THE H HOTEL
The H Hotel receptionist Emily Wessel prepares to greet guests. The H Hotel was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best hotel. Runners up were Holiday Inn and Fairfield Inn. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
BEST BEAUTY SALON
RECEPTION HALL Gold Silver Bronze
Midland Community Center Sanford Lake Bar & Grill Valley Lanes Family Entertainment Center
Kid’s Creek Preschool Hidden Treasures Preschool Chippewa Nature Center Preschool
Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center The H Hotel Serendipity Farms
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY Gold Northwood University Silver Saginaw Valley State University Bronze Central Michigan University NONPROFIT Gold Silver Bronze
DYLE A STYLE - TRAVELING STYLIST SERVICE
Jess Leeck, owner of Dyle A Style Traveling Styling Service, styles Lindsay Hays’ hair at Leeck’s home studio. Dyle A Style was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best beauty salon. Runners up were Cooper & Co. Salon Group and Magnifique Salon & Spa. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
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HOTEL Gold Silver Bronze MASSAGE Gold Silver Bronze BEAUTY SALON Gold Silver Bronze
Humane Society of Midland Big Brothers Big Sisters of GLB SMART Paws
The H Hotel Holiday Inn Fairfield Inn
Preferred Chiropractic Be Good to Yourself Massage Therapy Le Posh Salon & Spa
Dyle A Style Cooper & Co. Salon Group Magnifique Salon & Spa
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BEST CHICKEN WINGS DENTIST Gold Silver Bronze VISION Gold Silver Bronze PLACE TO BUY GLASSES Gold Silver Bronze PERSONAL FAMILY COUNSELOR Gold Silver Bronze PLACE TO BUY A HEARING AID Gold Silver Bronze FAMILY DOCTOR Gold Silver Bronze MARTIAL ARTS Gold Silver Bronze HOME CARE AGENCY Gold Silver Bronze
Dr. Christina Behring McLaren Dental Associates Bailey Family Dental & Braces
Midland Eye Care Midland Eye Associates Traverse Vision
BUFFALO WILD WINGS
Midland Eye Care Traverse Vision Midland Eye Associates
Sarah Achorn, server, and Keegan Owens, wings certified specialist, sit in front of an order of what Midlanders voted “the best chicken wings” at Buffalo Wild Wings. No. 2 was The Creek Grill, and No. 3 was O’s Pub & Grill. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
BEST TRAVEL AGENCY Sara Knutson, LLPC Family & Children’s Services Molly Sowels, MA LPC
Miracle Ear Bieri Hearing Specialists Allied Hearing
Dr. Shannon Martin Dr. Jakub Malarz Dr. Tammy Phillips
Edge Fitness Angel’s Karate Taekwondo Martial Arts Lim’s Taekwondo Academy
Bayside Home Care Great Lakes Home Care Unlimited Right At Home
AAA TRAVEL AGENCY
Employees of AAA Travel Agency pose for a portrait inside the business, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best travel agency. Second place went to Circle Travel and third place went to Isla Brisa Travel. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Thank You, Midland! TRAVEL AGENCY GOLD MEDAL WINNER!
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BEST PLACE TO BUY SHOES INDEPENDENT LIVING Gold Silver Bronze
CIRCLE QUALITY SHOES
Renee Pinnow, left, and Andy McGee, right, pose for a portrait inside Circle Quality Shoes, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place to buy shoes. Second place went to Kohl’s and third place went to Little Forks Outfitters. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
BEST MORTGAGE LENDER
EVENT Gold Silver Bronze
Future of Comedy — 702 Bar Riverdays Great Lakes Loons
PLACE TO TAKE OUT OF TOWN VISITORS Gold Silver Bronze
Dow Gardens/Whiting Forest Dow Diamond Midland Center for the Arts
ATTORNEY Gold Silver Bronze ALTERATIONS Gold Silver Bronze ACCOUNTANT Gold Silver
DOW CHEMICAL EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION
Ryan Jones, a mortgage loan officer with Dow Chemical Employees Credit Union, poses for a portrait inside the bank, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best mortgage lender. Second place went to 1st State Bank and third place went to Chemical Bank. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
You’re thoughtful, generous and truly wonderful! Non-Profit – GOLD Thank you for your votes and support. 4371 E. Ashman, Midland. 989-835-1877 www.hsomc.org Hours: Mon.-Fri. 12-7 • Sat. 11-4
Independence Village Primrose Retirement Community Washington Woods
Angela Cole Brandon Richardson Courtney Thom
Cheryl’s Alterations & More Beth’s Alterations Quilts & Gifts Bewitching Stitches
Silver Silver Silver Bronze
McMahan, Thomson & Associates Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Business Consultants Fred Spiker Hantz Financial Services Andrews Hooper Pavlik Astrike Financial
FINANCIAL PLANNER Gold Silver Bronze
Adam Thiele - Edward Jones Jacob Smith Kevin Spencer - Edward Jones
BUSINESS WITH FRIENDLY EMPLOYEES Gold Renue Physical Therapy Silver A+ Plumbing Bronze O’s Pub & Grill
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FLORIST Gold Silver Bronze GRADUATION PHOTOGRAPHER Gold Silver Bronze
FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER Gold Silver Bronze
BEST MASSAGE Smith’s Flowers & Gifts Village Green Hannah’s Flowers
Fae Laume Photgraphy Morley Photography One For Every Moment Photography
Kathy Morley One For Every Moment Photography Warner Photography
SKILLED NURSING FACILITY Gold Silver Bronze
King’s Daughters Home Primrose Retirement Community Brittany Manor
ASSISTED LIVING Gold Silver Bronze
Meridian Acres Independence Village King’s Daughters Home
PREFERRED CHIROPRACTIC
Dr. Nathan Vanderloo, far left, and Dr. Shawnee Mangino, far right, pose with staff members of Preferred Chiropractic in Midland. Preferred Chiropractic was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best massage. Runners up were Be Good to Yourself Massage Therapy and Le Posh Salon & Spa. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
BEST PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT WINE BEST PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT BEER
EASTMAN PARTY STORE
YOGA STUDIO Gold Silver Bronze
Element 22 Alignment 8 Yoga & Cycle Studio 818 on Ashman
GYM/FITNESS Gold Silver Bronze
Edge Fitness Seung-Ni Fit Club Midland Country Club
NAIL SALON Gold Silver Bronze
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Cooper & Co Salon Group Le Posh Salon & Spa LA Nails
Ernest Isberg cashes out Michelle Kirsch, who admires a mini Patron bottle, at the Eastman Party Store. Eastman Party Store won two Readers’ Choice awards for 2019: Best place to buy carryout wine and best place to buy carryout beer. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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BEST LANDSCAPER CHIROPRACTOR Gold Silver Bronze
REDER LANDSCAPING
Miscellaneous landscape foremen, Steve Cross (left) and Shannon Whisman (right) pose for a photo at Reder Landscaping, where they have worked for 27 and six years, respectively. Reder Landscaping was voted No. 1 for best landscaper and is located at 3805 Rockwell Drive in Midland. Runnersup included Servinski Sod Service and Phoenix Landcapes. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
BEST PLACE FOR PAINT AND SUPPLIES
PHARMACY Gold Silver Bronze
Meijer Sabourin’s Pharmacy Glover’s Pharmacy & Gift Shop
EMERGENCY CARE Gold Silver Bronze
MidMichigan Medical Center New Hope Urgent Care Covenant HealthCare
PHYSICAL THERAPY Gold Silver Bronze
Renue Physical Therapy Auburn Physical Therapy Midland Physical Therapy
PEDIATRICIAN Gold Silver Bronze
SHERMAN-WILLIAMS PAINT STORE
Taylor Keit, customer sales representative at Sherwin-William Paint Store, works to mix paint and help a customer. The store, which is located at 215 S. Saginaw Road, won the 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best place for paint and supplies. No. 2 was Ace Hardware & Sports, and No. 3 was Sanford Hardware. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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PET GROOMING Gold Silver Bronze GOLF COURSE Gold Silver Bronze CREDIT UNION Gold Silver Bronze
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Dr. Hugo Juarbe, M.D. Dr. Jennifer Grossman, D.O. Dr. Denise Schaffert, M.D.
Soldan’s Pet Supplies Muddy Pups Howl-a-Day Resort
Midland Country Club Currie Golf Course Sandy Ridge Golf Course
Dow Chemical Employees Credit Union Members First Credit Union Wildfire Credit Union
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BANK Gold Silver Bronze MORTGAGE LENDER Gold Silver Bronze
BEST LOCAL HARDWARE STORE BEST LOCAL PLUMBING STORE Chemical Bank Isabella Bank 1st State Bank
Dow Chemical Employees Credit Union 1st State Bank Chemical Bank
PLACE TO BUY A CHRISTMAS TREE Gold Silver Bronze
Doumel’s Tree Farm Fruitland Market Kluck Nursery
PLACE TO BUY SHOES Gold Silver Bronze
Circle Quality Shoes Kohl’s Litte Fork Outfitters
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ACE HARDWARE & SPORTS
Rock Wisniewski, an employee of Ace Hardware & Sports in downtown Midland, helps Gary Parks, a customer at the store. The local Ace Hardware won the 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best local hardware store and best local plumbing store. No. 2 was Sanford Hardware, and No. 3 was Gill-Roy’s. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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Staff at Modern Realty in Midland pose for a photo during an afternoon meeting at the office, which is located at 6024 Eastman Ave. Modern Realty was chosen as the 2019 Readers’ Choice Best Real Estate Office. No. 2 was Ayre Rhinehart, and No. 3 was RE/MAX. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT
DASIA BARNHART FROM MODERN REALTY
Dasia Barnhart, a realtor for Modern Realty, shows a home on Sanford Lake. Barnhart won the 2019 Readers’ Choice Award for best real estate agent. No. 2 was Christine Morley from Ayre Rhinehart, and No. 3 was Teresa Quintana from Modern Realty. (Ashley Schafer/Ashley.schafer@hearstnp.com)
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PLACE TO BUY PET SUPPLIES Gold Silver Bronze
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ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER
Dr. Dan White, left, and his son Dr. Dave White, right, pose for a portrait inside Animal Medical Center. Dr. Dan White was named the Readers’ Choice best veterinarian. Second place went to Dr. Laine Adams of River Rock, and third place was a tie between Countryside Animal Health Center and Dr. Janet Sherwood of Eastman Animal Clinic. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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From left, Humane Society of Midland County staff members Hannah Johnson, Nicole Harris, Beth Wellman, Kayla Bergey, Terra Sadek and Justin Bennett pose with adoptable animals. The Humane Society of Midland County was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best nonprofit. Runners up were Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region and SMART Paws. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
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Dow Chemical Employees Credit Union employees Ashle Lewis, left, and Kim Haven, right, pose for a portrait inside the bank, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best credit union. Second place went to Members First Credit Union and third place went to Wildfire Credit Union. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
BEST ACCOUNTANT
MCMAHAN, THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES
Pictured are team members at McMahan, Thompson & Associates, which won first place in the best accountant category in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Second place was a tie between Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Business Consultants, Fred Spiker, Hantz Financial Services and Andrews Hooper Pavlik. Astrike Financial won third place. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
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KATHY MORLEY OF MORLEY PORTRAITURE
Haley Samborn makes waffle cones at Great Lakes Ice Cream Co., which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best ice cream. Second place went to Cottage Creamery and third place went to Sanford Whippy Dip. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Kathy Morley of Morley Portraiture was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best family photographer. Second place went to One For Every Moment Photography and third place went to Warner Photography. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
BEST PEDIATRICIAN
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DR. HUGO JUARBE, M.D.
Dr. Hugo Juarbe, M.D., center, poses for a photo with two other staff members inside an exam room at his office in Midland. Dr. Juarbe was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best pediatrician. Second place went to Dr. Jennifer Grossman, D.O., and third place went to Dr. Denise Schaffert, M.D. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
MAPLE HILL NURSERY
Chuck Servinski, owner of Maple Hill Nursery, poses for a portrait at the business, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best garden center. Second place went to Cohoon’s Elevator and third place went to Begick Nursery. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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Thank you for your votes and support! State-of-the-art neurologically-based chiropractic clinic, serving everyone from infants to seniors.
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GARBER CHEVROLET
Garber Chevrolet was voted the best new car dealership; best used car dealership; and best place for an oil change. In the best new car dealership, No. 2 was Midland Ford Lincoln, and No. 3 was Feeny Chrysler Jeep Dodge. In the used car dealership category, No. 2 was Betten Baker Buick GMC Cadillac, and No. 3 was Midland Ford Lincoln. In the best place to get an oil change category, No. 2 was Chippewa Auto, and No. 3 was Valvoline Instant Oil Change. (Daily News File Photo)
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MIDLAND COUNTRY CLUB
MidMichigan Medical Center was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place for emergency care. Second place went to Hope Urgent Care, and third place went to Covenant HealthCare. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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Midland Country Club was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best golf course. Second place went to Currie Golf Course and third place went to Sandy Ridge Golf Course. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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BEST DOGGIE DAY CARE
BEST THRIFT OR SECONDHAND STORE
POOCHIE’S PIT STOP
SHELTERHOUSE RESALE SHOP
Poochie’s Pit Stop Owner April Robinson plays with several dogs at the business, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best doggie day care. Second place went to Woodland Pet Resort and third place went to Dog Haven Ranch. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Shelterhouse Resale Shop was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best thrift or secondhand store. Second place went to Salvation Army Family Store, and third place was a tie between What Goes Around Comes Around and Habitat for Humanity ReStore. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
BEST PLACE TO BUY PET SUPPLIES
BEST BARBERSHOP / BEST NAIL SALON
SOLDAN’S FEEDS & PET SUPPLIES
Ethan Cooper, owner, works on a client’s hair at Cooper & Co. Salon in Midland. The salon was named best barbershop as well as best nail salon. In the nail salon category, No. 2 was Le Posh Salon & Spa, and No. 3 was LA Nails. In the barbershop category, No. 2 was Irish’s Barber Shop, and there was a two-way tie for No. 3, involving Gordon’s Barber Shop and Sport Clips. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
COOPER & CO. SALON
Assistant Manager Paul Hebl stocks merchandise at Soldan’s Feeds & Pet Supplies, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place to buy pet supplies. Second place went to Cohoon’s Elevator and third place went to Tractor Supply. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING! Midland Daily News readers voted Renue Physical Therapy - Midland as:
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PREMIER KITCHEN & BATH GALLERY
From left, Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery sales associate Ryannon Kosnik, general manager Dee Hall and owner Paul Kersey pose before a kitchen display. Premier Kitchen was voted “best builder - remodeling” by readers, beating second place Dice Contracting and third place MJ Sweebe Builders. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
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BEST PLACE TO BUY A SALAD
RUBY TUESDAY’S
Foreground to back, Rachael Herring bartender; Heidi Sovereen, guest service coordinator, and Kendra Pilon, garden bar specialist, are pictured at Ruby Tuesday’s garden bar. The garden bar was names best place to buy a salad. No. 2 was Café American, and No. 3 was YAYA’s Flame Broiled Chicken. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
Thank you to all our wonderful customers!
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Serving Midland, MI since 1947. Smith's is Midland Michigan's "oldest yet most progressive" full service, family owned and operated florist.
Thanks for voting us #1 florist 3 years in a row!
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Shawn Beauchamp, owner and operator of Beauchamp Heating & Cooling, retrofits a furnace for a client. Beauchamp’s was voted “best heating and air conditioning” by readers, beating second place Wild’s Plumbing, Heating & AC, and third place All Seasons Heating, Cooling & Insulation. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
Holly Booth of Beaverton orders chicken tenders and fries at Applebee’s for her grandson Connor Booth, a fourth grader from Hope. Not pictured but having lunch with $ the Booths was Holly’s aunt, Frances Smith of Midland. Server is Dillion Atzert of Loomis. Classic Queen Bed, Chest & 996 night stand Reg. Applebee’s was voted$1,899 to have the best children’s menu. No. 2 was Olive Garden, and No. Let Us Help You create theBob Home of Your Dreams! 3 was Evans. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net) With Free Design Service.
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BEST LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS BEST BUSINESS WITH FRIENDLY EMPLOYEES BEST PLACE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY BEST PLACE TO WORK
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Dan Ankoviak sits at the bar of Midland Brewing Company. Midland Brewing was voted “best brew pub” by readers, beating second place WhichCraft Taproom and third place Tavern 101. Midland Brewing also was voted “best outdoor dining” by readers, beating second place The Creek Grill and third place O’s Pub & Grill. Also at Midland Brewing, voters named employee Zach Hutchinson best cook/chef, beating second place Gratzi’s Daniel “DJ” Corlis and third place Brad Valley from Primrose Retirement. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
Renue Physical Therapy earned a handful of awards, specifically best locally owned business, best business with friendly employees, best place for physical therapy and best place to work. From left, Kara Martindale, doctor of physical therapy, Nicole Bowman, patient service specialist, Alicia Heading, doctor of physical therapy, and Kayla Sahr, doctor of physical therapy. In the best locally owned business category, No. 2 was LaLonde’s Market, and No. 3 was Grove Tea Lounge. In the category of best business with friendly employees, No. 2 was A+ Plumbing, and No. 3 was O’s Pub & Grill. In the best physical therapy category, No. 2 was Auburn Physical Therapy, and No. 3 was Midland Physical Therapy. In the best place to work category, Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery was No. 2, and Preferred Chiropractic was No. 3. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
Thank You Midland and Thanks to Our Amazing Staff!
Muddy Pups Pet Grooming
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Thanks for Voting Us #2 Pet Grooming!
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BEST PLACE FOR HAPPY HOUR
BEST LAWN CARE
DIAMOND JIM’S
MAC SERVICES LLC
Tiffany Hendy, server, gets ready to take a drink from bartender Matt Tyrell at Diamond Jim’s in downtown Midland, which was voted best place for happy hour. No. 2 was Applebee’s, and No. 3 was Gratzi. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
Jim Tiffany, mow crew leader from MAC Services LLC, mows the lawn of a Redwood Apartment Neighborhoods residence. MAC Services was voted “best lawn care” by readers, beating second place Reder Landscaping and third place Servinski Sod Service. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
BEST KITCHEN CABINETS
BEST BAKERY
LEBEAU CABINETS
From left, LeBeau Cabinets designer Crystal Rubis, owner E.J. LeBeau and designer Denise Thomas pose for a photo. LeBeau was voted “best kitchen cabinets” by readers, beating second place Premier Kitchen & Bath Gallery and third place Designs by Karen. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
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LOCH COFFEE COMPANY
Barista Austin Adamczyk (left) and Loch Coffee Company owner Jim Adume (right) prepare drinks. Loch Coffee Company was voted “best bakery” by readers, beating second place First We Eat Dessert and third place Panera Bread. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
Thanks for Voting O’s Pub & Grill #1 Restaurant Friendly Service #3 Restaurant Steak #3 Burger #3 Outdoor Dining #3 Bus with Friendly Employees
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OF MIDLAND Thank you again Midland for voting for our office! We appreciate your continuous support year after year and we are honored to accept your recognition for Readers Choice Award. The RE/MAX of Midland agents have a combined 400+ years of experience and have been a staple in the community for over 30 years! Remember to call a RE/MAX of Midland agent for all of your real estate needs.
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BEST PLACE FOR LAWN CARE EQUIPMENT BEST LAWN CARE REPAIR
TED’S HOME & LAWN
Samantha Shures decorates a tray of chocolate raspberry cupcakes in the kitchen of The Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe. The Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe was voted “best dessert” by readers, beating second place Café Zinc and third place Cheeky Cheesecakes. The Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe also was voted “best cake shop” by readers, beating second place Meijer and third place Mary’s Creative Cakery. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
Ted Eastman Sr., owner of Ted’s Home & Lawn, poses for a photo in his store’s showroom. Ted’s was voted “best place for lawn care equipment” by readers, beating second place Ace Hardware & Sports and third place Sanford Hardware. Ted’s also was voted “best lawn care repair” by readers, beating second place Sanford Hardware and third place Ace Hardware & Sports. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
BEST FAMILY DOCTOR
BEST ALTERATIONS
DR. SHANNON MARTIN
Cheryl Lanphierd works on a dress in the studio of her business, Cheryl’s Alterations & More, which took the top spot for alterations in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Beth’s Alterations Quilts & Gifts received second place and Bewitching Stitches was voted third place. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
CHERYLS ALTERATIONS & MORE
Dr. Shannon Martin was voted best family doctor. No. 2 was Dr. Jakub Malarz, and No. 3 was Dr. Tammy Phillips. (Provided photo)
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CHEMICAL BANK
HOWL-A-DAY RESORT
Employees pose for a photo in front of Chemical Bank on Jefferson Avenue. Chemical Bank was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best bank. Second place went to Isabella Bank and third place went to 1st State Bank. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Ashleigh Gross walks a dog named River at Howl-A-Day Resort, which was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best pet boarding. Second place went to Foxbrook Kennels and third place went to Woodland Pet Resort. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
BEST PLACE TO BUY SEAFOOD
BEST PLACE TO BUY A CHRISTMAS TREE
LALONDE’S MARKET
Scott MacNellis; owner of LaLonde’s Market; rings up an order for Timmi Baird; of Boxey’s Food & Catering. LaLonde’s was named best place to buy seafood. No. 2 was Jack’s Meat Market, and No. 3 was Meijer. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
DOUMEL TREE FARMS
Doumel Tree Farms was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best place to buy a Christmas tree. Second place went to Fruitland Market and third place went to Kluck Nursery. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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SARA KNUTSON, LPC
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BEST COFFEE SHOP
LIVE OAK COFFEEHOUSE
Sara Knutson, LPC, was voted the No. 1 personal family counselor. No. 2 was Family & Children’s Services, and No. 3 was Molly Sowels, MA LPC. (Provided photo)
Maija Wendt, barista, left, and Jazzmyn Benitez, manager, put together customer orders at Live Oak Coffeehouse in Midland. The coffeehouse was named No. 1 best coffee shop. No. 2 was Coffee Chaos, and No. 3 was Grove Tea Lounge. (Lori Qualls/lqualls@mdn.net)
BEST PHARMACY
BEST PET GROOMING
MEIJER PHARMACY
Meijer placed first for pharmacy in the 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Sabourin’s Pharmacy received second place and Glover’s Pharmacy & Gift Shop was voted third. (Tony Lascari/tlascari@mdn.net)
#2 Attorney! Brandon J. Richardson Thank you, readers! Call me today for a free consultation.
SOLDAN’S FEED & PET SUPPLIES
Soldan’s Feeds & Pet Supplies was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best pet grooming. Second place went to Muddy Pups and third place went to Howl-A-Day Resort. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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BEST DINNER FOR $10 AND UNDER
NATE’S CART
Nate’s Cart was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best dinner for $10 and under, in a tie with Boulevard Lounge. Second place went to Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders, and third place was a tie between Entre Amigos and Sanford Lake Bar & Grill. (Cathy Bott/cbott@mdn.net)
BEST RESTAURANT: FRIENDLY SERVICE
A+ PLUMBING
A+ Plumbing was voted best plumber. No. 2 was Beauchamps Heating & Cooling, and No. 3 was Brubaker Plumbing, Heating & AC. (Tereasa Nimms/For the Daily News)
BEST BUILDER: NEW HOMES
O’S PUB AND GRILL
Readers named O’s Pub & Grill the restaurant with the most friendly service. There were ties for second and third, between Shirlene’s Cuisine and M’s Café, and Lanny’s Restaurant and Lasko’s restaurant, respectively. (Tereasa Nimms/For the Daily News)
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ORVOSH BUILDERS
Orvosh Builders was voted the No. 1 builder for new homes. No. 2 was Premier Building and Design, and No. 3 was Francis Builders. (Tereasa Nimms/For the Daily News)
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BEST FURNITURE BEST CARPET OR FLOORING BEST PLACE FOR HOME DECORATING
TRI CITY FURNITURE
THE CREEK
The Creek was voted the best place for casual dining. Sanford Lake Bar & Grill was No. 2, and Shirlene’s Cuisine was No. 3. (Tereasa Nimms/For the Daily News)
Tri City Furniture was voted the No. 1 place for best furniture; best carpet or flooring; and best home decorating. In the best furniture category, Amish Reflections was No. 2, and Dan, Dan the Mattress Man was No. 3. In the best carpet or floor covering category, Everett Carpet was No. 2, and D&R Floor Covering was No. 3. In the place for best home decorating category, Midland Furniture Garage was No. 2, and Amish Reflections was No. 3. (Tereasa Nimms/For the Daily News)
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BEST BARBECUE RIBS / BEST CATERER
M’S CAFÉ
Pictured are M’s Café staff, from left, Michelle Allen; owner Teresa Allen; and Melissa Allen. In front, from left, Michelle’s son, Mason Williams, and Melissa’s daughter, Payton Allen. M’s Café was voted No. 1 for best home cooking; best lunch spot; and best soup. In the home cooking category, Sanford Lake Bar & Grill was No. 2, and Shier’s Deli was No. 3. For best lunch spot, Lasko’s Restaurant was No. 2, and Café American was No. 3. For best soup, Café American was No. 2, and Shirlene’s Cuisine was No. 3. (Provided photo)
BONE DADDY’S BBQ
Bone Daddy’s BBQ was voted the No. 1 place to get barbecue ribs, as well as best caterer. In the best ribs category, No. 2 was Sanford Lake Bar & Grill, and No. 3 was The Creek Grill. (Daily News File Photo)
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BEST KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT BEST PLACE TO GET PIZZA
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Pizza Sam’s was voted the No. 1 kid-friendly restaurant, as well as the No. 1 place to get pizza. In the kid-friendly restaurant category, No. 2 was Buffalo Wild Wings, and No. 3 was Good Times Pizza. In the best pizza category, No. 2 was Jet’s Pizza, and No. 3 was Good Times Pizza. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST PLACE TO GET MIXED DRINKS
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Whine was voted the No. 1 place to get mixed drinks. No. 2 was Sanford Lake Bar & Grill, and No. 3 was 702 Bar. (Daily News File Photo)
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BEST PLACE TO GET SANDWICHES
BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT
AMAZING DELI
Amazing Deli was voted the place to get the best sandwich. No. 2 was a tie between M’s Café and Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders, and No. 3 was Shier’s Deli. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST PLACE TO BUY PRODUCE BEST MEAT MARKET BEST PLACE TO BUY DELI MEAT AND CHEESE
ASIAN EXPRESS
Asian Express was voted the No. 1 Asian restaurant. No. 2 was Pi’s Chinese, and No. 3 was Maru Sushi. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST RESTAURANT FOR SEAFOOD AND FISH
JACK’S FRUIT AND MEAT MARKET
SANFORD LAKE BAR & GRILL
Sanford Lake Bar & Grill was voted the No. 1 restaurant for seafood and fish. No. 2 was Lucky’s Steakhouse, and No. 3 was a tie between Gratzi and Maru Sushi. (Daily News File Photo)
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Jack’s Fruit and Meat Market was voted the No. 1 place to buy produce; best meat market; and best place to buy deli meat and cheese. In the best produce category, No. 2 was Meijer, and No. 3 was Kroger. In the best meat market category, LaLonde’s Market was No. 2, and Sanford Food Center was No. 3. In the category of best place to buy deli meat and cheese, LaLonde’s Market was No. 2, and Meijer was No. 3. (Daily News File Photo)
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For Once Again Voting YaYa’s as one of the Best Salads!
YaYa’s features Fabulous Salads, like the Southwest Jalapeno, Caesar, Chef, and Original Shredded Chicken. Let YaYa’s Cater your next event or Family Gathering! Eat Smart with The Delicious Healthy Choice, YaYa’s!
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BLASY ELECTRIC
Blasy Electric was voted best electrician. No. 2 was Harbron Electric, and No. 3 was O’Keefe Electric. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST PLACE TO GET DINNER FOR $10 OR LESS BEST PLACE TO BUY A BURGER
BOULEVARD LOUNGE
The Boulevard Lounge tied for No. 1 place to get dinner for $10 or less, and best place to buy a burger. In the best burger category, No. 2 was a tie between Midland Brewing Company and Big E’s Sports Grill, and No. 3 was O’s Pub & Grill. (Daily News File Photo)
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BEST PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER
GRATZI
Gratzi was voted the best place for a romantic dinner. No. 2 was Villa D’Alessandro, and No. 3 was Lucky’s Steakhouse. (Daily News Photo)
BEST SIDING CONTRACTOR BEST WINDOW CONTRACTOR
TRI CITY REMODELING
Tri City Remodeling was voted the best siding contractor and best window contractor. In the category of best window contractor, No. 2 was Laurence Smith Window & Door, and No. 3 was Chad Moody. In the category of best siding contractor, No. 2 was Francis Builders, and No. 3 was Chad Moody. (Daily News File Photo)
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BEST CARPET CLEANING SERVICE
BEST ROOFING CONTRACTOR
BEAR WATER RESTORATION
From left, Matt Powell, San Sasse, Chris McCoy, Geoff Brandle and Madelyn Wheeler pose in front of the company’s sign (not pictured is Jason Brandle). Brandle Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best roofing contractor. Runners up were Tri City Remodeling and Francis Builders. (Victoria Ritter/vritter@mdn.net)
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Bear Water Restoration was voted the No. 1 carpet cleaning service. No. 2 was Everett Carpet, and No. 3 was D&R Floor Covering. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST PLACE FOR BEST CAR REPAIR BEST AUTO BODY SHOP
BEST TOWING SERVICE
CHIPPEWA AUTO
Chippewa Auto was voted the No. 1 place for best car repair and best auto body shop. In the best car repair category, Pickering Automotive Services was No. 2, and Higher Standards Automotive was No. 3. In the best auto shop category, No. 2 was Northtown Collision, and No. 3 was Garber Chevrolet. (Daily News File Photo)
BEEHR’S TOWING
Beehr’s Towing was voted best towing service. No. 2 was Cole’s Wrecker Service & Garage, and No. 3 was Mid State Towing. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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LASKO’S RESTAURANT
Lasko’s Restaurant was voted the No. 1 breakfast spot. No. 2 was M’s Café, and No. 3 was Stackers. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST BARTENDER
BEST SPORTS BAR
BIG E’S SPORTS GRILL
Big E’s Sports Grill was voted the No. 1 sports bar. No. 2 was Logan’s Roadhouse, and No. 3 was O’s Pub & Grill. (Daily News File Photo)
BEST AUTO DETAILING
HIGH DEFINITION DETAILING
MATT KU OF WHICHCRAFT TAPROOM
Matt Ku of Whichcraft Taproom was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best bartender. Second place went to Matt of Sanford Lake Bar & Grill and third place went to Amanda of Wheel House American Grill. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Andrew Bower, High Definition Detailing detail specialist, puts the finishing polish on a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. High Definition Detailing was voted “best auto detailing” by readers, beating second place Auto Perfection, and Cody Inman and Quality Truck & Auto, which tied for third place. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
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LUCKY’S STEAKHOUSE
Lucky’s Steakhouse line cook Malcolm Baty prepares a T-bone steak. Lucky’s Steakhouse was voted “best steak” by readers, beating second place Logan’s Roadhouse and third place O’s Pub & Grill. (Mitchell Kukulka/Mitchell.kukulka@mdn.net)
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KELLY OF SANFORD LAKE BAR & GRILL
Kelly of Sanford Lake Bar and Grill was named the 2019 Readers’ Choice best waiter/waitress. Second place went to Aaron of Big E’s Bar & Grill and third place was a tie between Marcy of The Boulevard Lounge and Wendy of Stackers Grill. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
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