Reader's Choice 2021 by Hearst Midwest

November 13, 2021

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US WINNER IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

Place to buy seafood best Grocery store store for somethinG for everyone in the family Pharmacy THANK YOU FOR VOTING US FINALIST IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

cake shoP Place to buy carryout wine Place to buy deli meat 7 cheese Place to buy Produce sushi Place to buy carryout beer

Thank you Manistee for your support in 2021! Stay safe and healthy.

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

TABLE OF CONTENTS AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

Auto Accessories........................................................................ 4 Auto Body Shop......................................................................... 4 Auto Dealership Service Department................................... 4 Auto Parts Store......................................................................................4 Brake Shop.................................................................................................4 Car/Auto Repair Shop..........................................................................4 Favorite Brand of Auto.........................................................................4 New Car Auto Dealership...................................................................4 New Car Sales Person...........................................................................4 Place for an Oil Change.......................................................................4 Tire Store.....................................................................................................4 Towing Service........................................................................................4 Used Auto Dealership..........................................................................4

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Accountant.................................................................................. 5 Alterations................................................................................... 5 Bank.............................................................................................. 5 Barber Shop/Barber.................................................................. 5 Beauty Salon............................................................................... 5 Children’s Daycare..................................................................... 5 College/University..................................................................... 5 Credit Union................................................................................ 5 Financial Planner........................................................................ 6 Financial Services....................................................................... 6 Golf Course.................................................................................. 6 Hotel............................................................................................. 6 Insurance Agency...................................................................... 6 Insurance Agent......................................................................... 6 Law Firm/Attorney.................................................................... 6 Loan Officer................................................................................. 6 Nail Salon..................................................................................... 6 Nail Tech....................................................................................... 6 Non-Profit.................................................................................... 6 Pet Boarding Kennel/Doggy Daycare................................... 6 Pet Groomer/Pet Grooming.................................................... 6 Preschool..................................................................................... 6 Propane........................................................................................ 6 Real Estate Agency.................................................................... 6 Real Estate Agent....................................................................... 6 Reception Hall/Banquet Facility............................................. 6 Snow Removal............................................................................ 6 Stylist............................................................................................ 6 Tax Preparer................................................................................. 6 Travel/Boat Service.................................................................... 6 Veterinarian................................................................................. 6 Veterinarian Clinic...................................................................... 6 Wedding/Family/Senior Picture Photographer.................. 6

HEALTH & FITNESS

Allergist........................................................................................ 7 Assisted Living/Retirement Community/Nursing Home.7 Audiologist.................................................................................. 7 Children’s Dentist....................................................................... 7 Chiropractic Practice................................................................. 7 Chiropractor................................................................................ 7 Dentist ......................................................................................... 7 Emergency Care Center/Urgent Care/ER Center................ 7 Family Doctor ............................................................................. 7 Family Practice............................................................................ 7 General Dentistry Practice....................................................... 8 Gym/Fitness Center................................................................... 8 Hearing Center/Place to Buy Hearing Aids.......................... 8 Massage....................................................................................... 8 Nurse Practitioner/Nurse/Registered Nurse ....................... 8 OB/GYN........................................................................................ 8 Orthopedic Surgeon ................................................................ 8 Outpatient Medical Facility...................................................... 8 Pediatrician ................................................................................. 8 Pediatrician Practice.................................................................. 8 Personal Family Counselor/Therapist................................... 8 Pharmacist................................................................................... 8 Pharmacy..................................................................................... 8 Physical Therapist ...................................................................... 8 Physical Therapy......................................................................... 8 Surgeon ....................................................................................... 9 Vision Center/Place to Buy Glasses........................................ 9 Women’s Health Care................................................................ 9 Yoga Studio/Instructor............................................................. 9

HOME SERVICES

Asphalt Contractor.................................................................... 9 Bathroom/Kitchen Showroom........................................... 9 Builder.......................................................................................... 9 Builder for New Home Construction..................................... 9

Builder for Remodeling..........................................................10 Carpet Cleaners........................................................................10 Carpet/Flooring/Hardwood..........................................................10 Concrete Contractor...............................................................10 Construction Company..........................................................10 Electrician..................................................................................10 Excavating Contractor............................................................10 General Contractor..................................................................10 Heating and Air Conditioning...............................................10 Home Builder............................................................................10 Home Inspection.....................................................................11 Landscaper................................................................................11 Lawn Care..................................................................................11 Lawn Care Repair/Lawn Care Equipment..........................11 Local Plumbing Store..............................................................11 Plumber.....................................................................................11 Roofing/Siding/Window/Glass/Gutter...............................11 Septic Tank and System Cleaning........................................11 Small Engine Repair................................................................11

PEOPLE

Coach..........................................................................................12 Fireman......................................................................................12 Local Musician- Group/Choir................................................12 Local Musician..........................................................................12 Pastor/Priest..............................................................................12 Policeman..................................................................................12 Preschool Teacher....................................................................12 Teacher (K-12)...........................................................................12 Volunteer...................................................................................12

PLACE

Best Place to Follow on Social Media..................................12 Business with Friendly Employees..........................................12 Campground............................................................................12 Church Youth Group.............................................................12 Civic Group..............................................................................13 Date Night.................................................................................13 Day Trip......................................................................................13 Event...........................................................................................13 Family Fun Night......................................................................14 Fundraising Event....................................................................14 Girl’s/Guy’s Night Out..............................................................14 Holiday Event............................................................................14 Locally Owned Business.........................................................14 Most Unique Business............................................................14 New Business............................................................................14 Outdoor Activity......................................................................14 Park for a Picnic.........................................................................14 Place to Buy a Christmas Tree................................................14 Place to Celebrate a Birthday................................................14 Place to Take Out of Town Visitors........................................14 Place to take your Kids on a Rainy Day...............................14 Place to take your Pet for a Walk...........................................14 Place to Volunteer....................................................................17 Place to Work............................................................................17 Place to Worship.......................................................................17 Playground................................................................................17 Summer Camp.........................................................................17 Veteran Owned Business.......................................................17 Walking Trail..............................................................................17 Wedding Venue........................................................................17 Youth Sports Club....................................................................17

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE

Appetizer Menu.......................................................................18 Asian Restaurant......................................................................18 Bakery.........................................................................................18 Bang for your Buck..................................................................18 Bar...............................................................................................18 Bar Menu ...................................................................................18 Barista.........................................................................................18 Bartender...................................................................................18 BBQ/Ribs....................................................................................18 Breakfast Spot...........................................................................19 Brew Pub....................................................................................19 Buffet..........................................................................................19 Burgers.......................................................................................18 Cake Shop..................................................................................19 Carry Out....................................................................................19 Casual Dining............................................................................19 Caterer........................................................................................19 Chicken Wings..........................................................................19 Children’s Birthday...................................................................19 Children’s Menu.......................................................................20 Chili.............................................................................................20

Cocktail.......................................................................................20 Coffee Shop..............................................................................20 Cook/Chef..................................................................................20 Cookie........................................................................................20 Cupcakes...................................................................................20 Curbside.....................................................................................20 Delivery......................................................................................20 Dessert.......................................................................................20 Dinner for $10 or under..........................................................20 Donuts/Bagels..........................................................................20 Family Friendly.........................................................................20 Fish Fry......................................................................................20 French Fries...............................................................................20 Fried Chicken..........................................................................20 Happy Hour...............................................................................21 Hot Dog.....................................................................................21 Ice Cream/Yogurt.....................................................................21 Kid-friendly Restaurant...........................................................21 Late Night Eats..........................................................................21 Local Beer..................................................................................21 Local Winery............................................................................21 Lunch Spot................................................................................21 Lunch under $10......................................................................21 Margarita..................................................................................21 Meat Market..............................................................................21 Mexican......................................................................................21 New Restaurant........................................................................21 Outdoor Dining/Patio.............................................................21 Pizza............................................................................................21 Place for Mixed Drinks............................................................21 Place to Buy Carryout Beer....................................................22 Place to Buy Carryout Wine...................................................22 Place to Buy Deli Meat and Cheese.....................................22 Place to Buy Meat....................................................................22 Place to Buy Produce..............................................................22 Place to Buy Seafood..............................................................22 Place to Buy Steak....................................................................22 Restaurant.................................................................................22 Restaurant for Friendly Service.............................................22 Restaurant for Home Cooking..............................................22 Restaurant for Seafood/Fish..................................................22 Restaurant for Steak................................................................22 Romantic Dinner......................................................................22 Salad...........................................................................................22 Sandwich...................................................................................22 Selection....................................................................................22 Smokehouse.............................................................................23 Soup............................................................................................23 Sports Bar..................................................................................23 Sushi...........................................................................................23 Vegan/Vegetarian....................................................................23 Waiter/Waitress........................................................................23 Wine Bar.....................................................................................23 Wine Menu................................................................................23

SHOPPING

Antiques...................................................................................................24 Appliance Store....................................................................................24 Boutiques..................................................................................24 Cellular Phones/Accessories..................................................24 Computer Store/Repair..........................................................24 Convenience Store..................................................................24 Curbside Service......................................................................24 Delivery.....................................................................................24 Discount Store..........................................................................24 Feed Store..................................................................................24 Florist Shop...............................................................................25 Furniture Store..........................................................................25 Garden Center Greenhouse/Plants.....................................25 Gift Shop....................................................................................25 Grocery Store............................................................................25 Home Décor/Home Decorating...........................................25 Jewelry Store.............................................................................25 Liquor Store...............................................................................25 Local Hardware Store..............................................................25 Locally Made Product.............................................................26 Lumber/Building Supplies.....................................................26 Mattress Store...........................................................................26 Paint and Supplies...................................................................26 Provisioning Center/Dispensary......................................26 Recreation Vehicles.................................................................26 Resale/Thrift Shop...................................................................26 Specialty Shop..........................................................................26 Store for Something for Everyone in the Family...............26 Storefront Window Display...................................................26

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES AUTO ACCESSORIES

AUTO BODY SHOP

AUTO DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT

AUTO PARTS STORE

BRAKE SHOP

WINNER

AUTO VALUE Advanced Auto Parts O’Reilly’s Auto Parts

LINKE’S BODY SHOP Kowalski Auto Body Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC

WATSON’S MANISTEE CHRYSLER Parkdale Auto Sales & Service Manistee Ford

AUTO VALUE Advanced Auto Parts O’Reilly’s Auto Parts

FAVORITE BRAND OF AUTO

WINNER

Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC Muffler Man Manistee

Thank you for voting us Best Home Inspection Service! Shawn Waruszewski 231-343-9872 www.hemlockhomes.net

MANISTEE, MI.

THANK YOU MANISTEE COUNTY FOR VOTING US THE BEST TOWING SERVICE AGAIN THIS YEAR! • 24 Hr. Towing Service

• Flatbed and 4x4

• Auto Lockouts

• Local & Long Distance

• Light and Heavy • Hauling

• Affordable Rates

Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC Muffler Man Manistee

CAR/AUTO REPAIR SHOP

MANISTEE TIRE SERVICE

Hemlock Homes Inspection Services is the leading local, home inspection company serving Western Michigan

MANISTEE TIRE SERVICE

CHEVROLET Ford Jeep

NEW CAR AUTO DEALERSHIP

NEW CAR SALES PERSON

WINNER

WATSON’S MANISTEE CHRYSLER

ROB PEPERA AT MANISTEE FORD

Manistee Ford Manistee Chevrolet

Greg at Victorian City Car Port Inc. Tyler Reed at Parkdale Auto

PLACE FOR AN OIL CHANGE

TIRE STORE

WINNER

HAVOLINE MANISTEE XPRESS LUBE TIRE SERVICE Manistee Tire Service Muffler Man Manistee Muffler Man Manistee Parkdale Auto Sales & Service TOWING SERVICE

USED AUTO DEALERSHIP

WINNER

VAN’S TOWING VICTORIAN CITY Corey’s Big Dog CAR PORT INC

Towing and Recovery Watson’s Manistee State Wide Towing & Chrysler Auto Recovery Parkdale Auto Sales & Service

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACCOUNTANT

ALTERATIONS

WINNER

MIKE THOMPSON, MICHAEL THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES Krista McDougall Richards & McDougall PC David Richards Richards & McDougall

SANDY HARRIS Manistee Cleaning Solution Plantenga’s Dry Cleaning

BANK

BARBER SHOP/ BARBER

WINNER

FILER CITY West Shore Bank Shelby State Bank

Your Partner for Healthy Pets

• Pet Lodging • Evening Hours • Pet Laser Center • Same Day Appointments

24-Hour Emergency Network

THANK YOU, MANISTEE, FOR VOTING FOR US!

Best Veterinary Clinic Best Pet Lodging/Doggie Daycare

J. CATLETT AND COMPANY Kaleva Barber Shop Rocky’s

BEAUTY SALON

CHILDREN’S DAYCARE

WINNER

JENNIFER’S HAIR STUDIO

KEEBLER KID CARE

Beyond the Mirror Betty’s Beauty Salon

Manistee Catholic Central Shelly Johnson

COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY

CREDIT UNION

WINNER

WEST SHORE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Best Vet Care for Your Pet

FILER CREDIT UNION

Four Front Credit Union Grand Valley State University West Michigan Credit University of Michigan Union

420 Parkdale Avenue | Manistee, Michigan

231-723-8998

Check us out on Facebook | www.parkdalevetcom

Thank You for voting for us!

• • • • • •

Best Best Best Best Best Best

General Contractor Construction Company Builder for Remodeling Builder for New Home Construction Builder-Curt Luomala Home Builder

We appreciate your support!

New Homes • Additions • Mason & Concrete Work 1751 Frost Road | Manistee, MI 49660 231.723.5940 | Curtis Luomala, Owner - Licensed & Insured

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL PLANNER

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GOLF COURSE

HOTEL

INSURANCE AGENCY

WINNER

Callesen Wealth Management KERI KRUSPE 1710 US 31 SOUTH MANISTEE, MI

Manistee Golf & Country Club Manistee National Golf & Resort

Little River Casino Resort Manistee National Golf & Resort

Smith & Eddy Manistee Insurance Agency by Peterson McGregor

INSURANCE AGENT

LAW FIRM/ ATTORNEY

LOAN OFFICER

NAIL SALON

NAIL TECH

WINNER

NICK CALLESEN CALLESEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jeff Reau, CFP®|AAMS® Ryan Gorman, Callesen Wealth Management

FILER CREDIT ARCADIA BLUFFS THE RAMSDELL BOYER GOLF CLUB UNION INN AGENCY, INC.

LESLIE E. ZACK BIALIK KATIE OVIEDO AT SMITH AND VAN ALSTINE II, Andrea Kissel: Bear ATTORNEY AT LAW Lake Filer CU EDDY

NAILS 2000 Angel Nails Allure Nails

TINA AT NAILS 2000 Mandy at Angel Nails Kieu ngo at Allure Nails

George V. Saylor III Leif Anderson

Brian Mckie

NON-PROFIT

PET BOARDING KENNEL/ DOGGY DAYCARE

PET GROOMER/ PET GROOMING

PRESCHOOL

PROPANE

WINNER

Best N Show Katie Lippert

Manistee Catholic Central Bear Lake

Kim H. at Boyer’s Glenda Finner, Smith and Eddy

ARMORY YOUTH PROJECT

URBAN PET SERVICES MANISTEE

Lighthouse Pregnancy Care Center ECHO His Love

Kim’s Bed & Biscuits Parkdale Veterinary Wellness Center

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

REAL ESTATE AGENT

WINNER

ESSENTIAL THERRAN FERGUSON, REAL ESTATE ESSENTIAL REAL Century 21 Boardwalk RE/MAX BayshoreManistee

ESTATE

Gini Pelton Century 21 Boardwalk Casey Tennant, Lighthouse Realty

TRINITY KIM HULL, KIM’S BED LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL AND BISCUIT

RECEPTION HALL/ SNOW REMOVAL BANQUET FACILITY WINNER

RAMSDELL THEATRE Manistee National Golf & Resort Onekama Lions Den Pavilion

WINNER

FISCHER LP GAS Blarney Castle Oil Co Ferrellgas

STYLIST WINNER

RYAN PRATTE THERESA JOHNSON Jus-Green Lawn & Pest Control Fischer Corporation Trucking

AT JENNIFER’S

Kirstyn O’Dell at Beyond the Mirror Lori Sorenson at Betty’s Beauty

TAX PREPARER

TRAVEL/BOAT SERVICE

VETERINARIAN

VETERINARIAN CLINIC

WEDDING/FAMILY/SENIOR PICTURE PHOTOGRAPHER

WINNER

MIKE AT MICHAEL THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES Krista McDougall Richards & McDougall PC David Richards, Richards and McDougall P.C.

GOING PLACES DR CAROLYN BROWN AT TOURS & MANISTEE VET TRAVEL Fire Plug Charters Dial a Ride

MANISTEE BROADBENT VETERINARY PHOTOGRAPHY DeMarz StudioHOSPITAL

Dr Alex Alvarado at Irons Animal Hospital Manistee Vet. Hospital Parkdale Veterinary Dr Betts, Parkdale Wellness Center Veterinary Wellness Center

Photography Stephanie Watson

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

HEALTH & FITNESS ALLERGIST

ASSISTED LIVING/RETIREMENT COMMUNITY/NURSING HOME

WINNER

BEN HENGY Dr. James B. Hengy, DO Dr Mendians

GREEN ACRES MANISTEE Nancy’s AFC Maple Ridge Manor

HIGH-TECH DENTAL BLYTHE O’DONNELL, DDS THOMAS A. BERARD, DDS

AUDIOLOGIST

CHILDREN’S DENTIST

WINNER

MARY VANDRIE, WESTERN MICHIGAN ENT PC

DR. GEOFFREY R. PAINE, DDS Dr. Blythe A. Odonnell, DDS Dr. Layne Godzina, DDS

CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE

CHIROPRACTOR

WINNER

BOEHM FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

ED HYBZA

DENTIST

EMERGENCY CARE CENTER/ URGENT CARE/ER CENTER

WINNER

Christa Johnson Hybza Chiropractic DC Dr Heidi Boehm Ware Zeller & Johnson Chiropractic

THANK YOU FOR NOMINATING AND VOTING FOR US!

Proudly serving Manistee for 20 years! Thank you to our staff and patients for your support! 812 Cyrpress St. | Manistee, MI 49660

231.723.6512

smiles@high-techdental.com www.high-techdental.com

“Awesome Distraction”

DR. GEOFFREY MUNSON HEALTHCARE R. PAINE, DDS MANISTEE HOSPITAL: Dr. Blythe A. Odonnell, DDS Dr. Jaime Boyer

EMERGENCY ROOM Munson Medical Center Wellston Medical Center

FAMILY DOCTOR

FAMILY PRACTICE

WINNER

BRIAN MCCOMB, MUNSON HEALTHCARE MANISTEE PRIMARY CARE Paul Antal MD Lakeshore Family Care, Manistee, MI Dr Anhalt at Arcadia Medical

BRIAN MCCOMB, DO Crystal Lake Clinic Dr. Paul J. Antal, MD

Thank you for voting us Best Local Musician Group Choir. Like us on Facebook @awesome distraction • For bookings call (231) 239-3093

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

HEALTH & FITNESS GENERAL DENTISTRY PRACTICE

GYM/FITNESS CENTER

HEARING CENTER/PLACE TO BUY HEARING AIDS

MASSAGE

NURSE PRACTITIONER/ NURSE/REGISTERED NURSE

WINNER

High-Tech Dental Boyer Family Dentistry, PLLC

Manistee Health & Fitness Munson Health & Wellness

OB/GYN

ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

OUTPATIENT MEDICAL FACILITY

PEDIATRICIAN

PEDIATRICIAN PRACTICE

WINNER

Dr. Marian R. Fuller, MD Jennifer Cameron, CNM

Munson Healthcare Manistee Orthopedics Bizzigotti Paul MD

WATER’S EDGE ARMORY YOUTH DENTISTRY PROJECT

STEPHANIE FITZGERALD, MARK A. D’ANGELO DO MUNSON HEALTHCARE MUNSON HEALTHCARE MANISTEE OB/GYN Robert Barry, MD,

WESTERN MICHIGAN ENT PC

PREFERRED RON Z. AT MANISTEE THERAPEUTICS MUNSON ER Katie Gutowski Massage By Brooke

Kari Zoscsak, Munson Healthcare, Manistee Hospital Sue Kaap, FNP, Munson Healthcare Manistee Primary Care

MUNSON BRIAN DR. PAUL T. MCCOMB, DO GUNDERSON, MD HEALTHCARE

MANISTEE Munson Healthcare Reinik Jennifer MD PEDIATRICS Manistee Walk-In Tracy Robinson, FNP, Clinic Munson Healthcare Manistee Pediatrics Western Michigan ENT Manistee Pediatrics West Shore Pediatrics PERSONAL FAMILY COUNSELOR/THERAPIST

PHARMACIST

WINNER

DAWN MADSEN

Manistee, MI Thank you for Nominating and Voting for PCA for

Best Place to Work!

Thank you for voting us Best Wedding Venue, Best

Reception Hall/

Banquet Facility,

Best Civic Group.

LEAH PETERSON RITE AID MANISTEE

Jenny Sielski JS Counseling Services LLC

Shane Linke, Munson Manistee Hospital Jenny Olson at Family Fare

PHARMACY

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

WINNER

MEIJER PHARMACY Walgreens Pharmacy Family Fare Pharmacy PHYSICAL THERAPY WINNER

DYNAMIC PHYSICAL THERAPY Manistee Hospital Munson Healthcare Home Medical Equipment - Manistee

SALLY SOMSEL, MUNSON HEALTHCARE MANISTEE REHABILITATION Lauren Maycock Colleen Gancarz, Munson Med, Manistee MI

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

HEALTH & FITNESS SURGEON

VISION CENTER/PLACE TO BUY GLASSES

WINNER

VINCE ULEP

RIEMER EYE CENTER

J Ben Hengy, DO, Western Michigan ENT PC William Bell, Munson Healthcare Manistee General Surgery

Coastal Woods Vision Walmart Supercenter

WOMEN’S HEALTH CARE

YOGA STUDIO/ INSTRUCTOR

WINNER

MUNSON HEALTHCARE MANISTEE OB/GYN

MARY PAINE Armory Youth Project Yoga Fitness Center

Jennifer Cameron, CNM Transitions Women’s Wellness Center

HOME SERVICES ASPHALT CONTRACTOR

BATH/KITCHEN SHOWROOM

WINNER

Thank you Manistee for voting me Best Local Musician/Solo Artist! Contact Nick at 231-239-3093 for booking or check me out on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/NVeine

BRIAN’S BEAR LAKE ACE SEALCOATING HARDWARE & & STRIPING SUPPLY Ron Brown & Sons Inc Linke Lumber Co. Team Elmer’s NU 2 U Resale Store Concrete BUILDER

BUILDER FOR NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION

WINNER

CURT LUOMALA CURTIS AT CURTIS CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION INC Mike Zimmerman Construction Bruce Gary, Young’s Construction LLC

Mike Zimmerman Construction Young’s Construction

Since 1969 • 331 1st Street • 723-8373

We thank the community for all your votes. We are always striving to be your best financial advisor team! We invite you to visit our website to request a copy of our complimentary retirement guide. www.callesenwealth.com

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

HOME SERVICES BUILDER FOR REMODELING

CARPET CLEANERS

WINNER

Young’s Construction LLC Mathieu Builders LLC

Cleaners Steam and Squeegee LLC

CARPET/FLOORING/ HARDWOOD

CONCRETE CONTRACTOR

WINNER

SERVPRO OF CURTIS CONSTRUCTION MANISTEE, LUDINGTON AND CADILLAC INC Independent

Vogue Family Fun

Plans underway for 2022!

Thank you for voting us: Best Place for Date Night Best Place for Family Fun Night Best Place to Take Your Kids on a Rainy Day

383 River St. | Manistee, MI | 231-222-5199 Ticket Information on Website | voguetheatremanistee.org

HAGLUND’S FLOOR COVERING INC Mr. Natural Wood Floors, LLC Wahr Hardware

ELMER’S MANISTEE Curtis Construction Inc Chuck Scarbrough

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

ELECTRICIAN

WINNER

Mike Zimmerman Construction Jack Vanderbie Builder LLC

LLC Josh Schubert

EXCAVATING CONTRACTOR

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

WINNER

Anthony’s Outdoor Services, LLC Carl’s Excavating Inc

Young’s Construction LLC Mike Zimmerman Construction

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

HOME BUILDER

WINNER

Premier Heating & Cooling, Inc. O’Brien’s Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration

Mike Zimmerman Construction Young’s Construction LLC

CURTIS KROLCZYK CONSTRUCTION ELECTRIC INC McDougall Electric 74 Division St., Manistee

231-723-9941

Thank you for Voting Us Best Brake Shop, Best Auto Repair & Best Tire Store

We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future! www.manisteetire.net

Upscale Style with a Hometown Touch Thank You for voting us Best Jewelry Store!

J E W E L E R S OF MANISTEE

231-723-4313 I 395 RIVER ST. MANISTEE, MI 49660

CURTIS SWIDORSKI BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC EXCAVATING

CUSTOM CURTIS SHEET METAL & CONSTRUCTION HEATING INC

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

HOME SERVICES HOME INSPECTION

LANDSCAPER

WINNER

HEMLOCK JASON THOMPSON LANDSCAPE & HOMES DESIGN LLC INSPECTION Dan Picardet SERVICES L & K Home Inspections

Nunez Nursery and Landscape Manistee

LAWN CARE

LAWN CARE REPAIR/ LAWN CARE EQUIPMENT

WINNER

JUSGREEN LAWNCARE

JUST GREEN, MANISTEE

Jason Sievert Chris Urban Manistee

Rapid Repair Small Engine Jason Sievert

LOCAL PLUMBING STORE

PLUMBER

WINNER

GILROY’S HARDWARE Manistee Plumbing Bear Lake Ace Hardware & Supply

JOSH BERRYHILL J&J PLUMBING Hogan Plumbing & Heating Manistee Plumbing Personal Plumbing Inc.

ROOFING/SIDING/ SEPTIC TANK AND WINDOW/GLASS/GUTTER SYSTEM CLEANING WINNER

BOB’S ROOFING COMPANY, INC.

WINNER

ANTHONY’S OUTDOOR SERVICES, LLC

Affordable Quality Construction (AQC) Micro Service Brooks Roofing Company Jack Vanderbie Builder Forbes Sanitation & Excavating LLC SMALL ENGINE REPAIR WINNER

GRAND RENTAL STATION Rapid Repair Small Engine Parkdale Auto Sales & Service

Thank you FoR youR voTe!

Builder for Remodeling-Finalist

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

PEOPLE COACH

FIREMAN

WINNER

LOCAL MUSICIAN- LOCAL MUSICIAN GROUP/CHOIR WINNER

AWESOME DISTRACTION

WINNER

KEN KOTT

MARK CAMERON

Eric Thuemmel Alvin Rischel, MHS Football

Jason Stamp at Eastlake Fire & Rescue Kevin Ware/ Filer Township Fire Department

POLICEMAN

PRESCHOOL TEACHER

TEACHER (K-12)

VOLUNTEER

WINNER

RAUL VASQUEZ JR

WINNER

RACHEL SARAH LOGAN MRS. CAMERON, VASQUEZ, STOMP Amber Hiipakka, MCC

Kirsten Goodspeed Chris Franckowiak

MAPS Preschool, Manistee, MI Lindsey Nowak

Cassie Miller Manistee Allison Veine

Onager Band The Downtowners

The Winner is... Thank You for Voting Us Best Electrician!

Tim Krause Larry Bialik

Licensed & Insured

Mark Krolczyk Owner

Phone: 231-723-8302 circuitz@ymail.com

Thank You for nominating and voting for us for Best Place to Volunteer! Visit our great pets on our Facebook Page or at: www.homewardboundmanistee.org

231-723-7387

WINNER

FATHER ZELJKO MANISTEE DIVINE MERCY Trinity Lutheran Church, Pastor Rohn Britton Bishop-the Tabernacle

OUT CANCER

Cathy Helmboldt Armory Youth Project Kendra Remai, Blossom Boulevard

PLACES BEST PLACE TO FOLLOW BUSINESS WITH ON SOCIAL MEDIA FRIENDLY EMPLOYEES WINNER

We Appreciate Your Business!

8155 Pine Creek Rd. Manistee, Michigan 49660

NICK VEINE

PASTOR/PRIEST

WINNER

MANISTEE BEVERAGE COMPANY

SNYDER’S SHOES

CAMPGROUND

CHURCH YOUTH GROUP

WINNER

Northern Exposure Insta Launch Campground & Marina

Evangelical Lutheran Church The Tabernacle Manistee Campus

Diner 31 Armory Youth Project Armory Youth Project Diner 31

ORCHARD ARMORY YOUTH BEACH STATE PROJECT Good Shepherd PARK

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

PLACES CIVIC GROUP

DATE NIGHT

DAY TRIP

EVENT

WINNER

RAMSDELL REGIONAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS Manistee Lions Elks Lodge

VOGUE THEATRE

FISHTOWN

FOREST FESTIVAL MANISTEE

Sleeping Bear Dunes Taco ‘Bout It Mexican G&D Alpaca Boutique Fusion Sleighbell weekend Lahey’s Pub & 4th of July parade Portage Point Cafe

When the going gets tough, the tough get towing! Offering 24/7 Emergency Towing and Accident Recovery to our neighbors in need. Call NOW for details! 231.383.0221

Thank You for Voting us One of the Best Towing Service in Manistee County!

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

PLACES FAMILY FUN NIGHT

FUNDRAISING EVENT

GIRL’S/GUY’S NIGHT OUT

HOLIDAY EVENT

LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS

WINNER

VOGUE THEATRE

STOMP OUT LITTLE RIVER SLEIGH BELL BREAST CANCER CASINO PARADE FOUNDATION, Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Sleighbell Festival INC Fusion Victorian Christmas

Striketown Backstage Hobbies & Games Armory Youth Project Douglas Valley Drive (Downtown Manistee)

Paint the Town Pink

Manistee

G&D ALPACA BOUTIQUE Diner 31 Lavender Florals

MOST UNIQUE BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY

PARK FOR A PICNIC

PLACE TO BUY A CHRISTMAS TREE

WINNER

ARCADIA 1ST STREET G&D ALPACA AUTHENTIC 231 BOUTIQUE PROVISIONING MARSH NATURE BEACH MANISTEE, PRESERVE MICHIGAN Surroundings Inc. CENTER

Backstage Hobbies & Games (Downtown Manistee)

Orchard Beach State Lavender Florals Park Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC G&D Alpaca Boutique

Magoon Creek Natural Area Lions Pavilion

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH Calvin Lutz Farms Meister’s for Christmas by Meister Tree Farm

PLACE TO CELEBRATE PLACE TO TAKE OUT PLACE TO TAKE YOUR PLACE TO TAKE YOUR A BIRTHDAY OF TOWN VISITORS KIDS ON A RAINY DAY PET FOR A WALK WINNER

TJ’S PUB Chopo’s Northside Bar Bungalow Inn

WINNER

FIFTH AVENUE BEACH

WINNER

VOGUE THEATRE

WINNER

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH

Arcadia Marsh Nature Children’s Musuem Magoon Creek Preserve Ludington Natural Area Magoon Creek Armory Youth Project Orchard Beach State Natural Area Park

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THANK YOU FOR NOMINATING AND VOTING FOR US FOR BEST PLACE TO BUY MEAT, BEST PLACE TO BUY STEAK AND BEST PLACE TO BUY DELI MEAT & CHEESE! www.dublinstore.com • 231-859-4121

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

2021 People’s Choice For Law Office in Manistee

Voted Best Law Firm and Best Attorney

It is certainly humbling to be chosen as people’s choice in these two categories. Our office has benefited from wonderful clients, a great staff, and the shared wisdom from so many people. Thank you all so much for being there for us over the last 26 years.

255 River Street, Manistee, MI

231-723-3250

Manisteelawyer@Gmail.com

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November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

PLACES PLACE TO VOLUNTEER

PLACE TO WORK

PLACE TO WORSHIP

PLAYGROUND

SUMMER CAMP

WINNER

Armory Youth Project Vogue Theatre

Diner 31 Authentic 231 Provisioning Center

Manistee Campus Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church

Fifth Avenue Beach

Theatre Camp Spirit Of The Woods Conservation Club

VETERAN OWNED BUSINESS

WALKING TRAIL

WEDDING VENUE

YOUTH SPORTS CLUB

WINNER

HOMEWARD PACKAGING TRINITY LUTHERAN LIGHTHOUSE PORTAGE LAKE BOUND ANIMAL CORPORATION CHURCH PARK BIBLE CAMP The Tabernacle SHELTER Stronach Park OF AMERICA Ramsdell Summer

MUFFLER MAN MAGOON MANISTEE CREEK PARK

RAMSDELL THEATRE

Dr. Shrink, Inc. Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve Silver Lining Charters Arcadia Dunes Baldy Trailhead

Crystal Mountain (Michigan) LakeStar Farms

ARMORY YOUTH PROJECT Manistee Recreation Association Manistee Swim Team

Congratulations, winners! THANK YOU!!! The team at Essential Real Estate extends our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who voted us the favorite “Real Estate Office” in Manistee! We are also extremely thankful for each client we’ve had the pleasure of helping since our beginning on July 1st of 2020. In addition to our office being nominated, our Broker/Owner Therran Ferguson (a Manistee native) is also Manistee’s reader’s choice favorite, “Realtor.” After having sold hundreds of properties and 10’s of millions in total sales volume in our local market, this is truly a milestone he is humbled by. Receiving this recognition reminds us that supporting locally owned and family-run businesses in Manistee is what it’s all about. “Root for the home team…!” Whether you’re buying, selling, or in need of property management services, Essential Real Estate is a one-stop shop in Manistee for all your Essential Real Estate needs. We’re dedicated to producing results and look forward to serving the Manistee area for many years to come! From all of us at Essential Real Estate, “Thank You for your continued support!”

Therran Ferguson

Broker/Owner 231-510-1790

Michael Kruse

Realtor/Associate 231-690-8882

Jenna Mahoney

Realtor/Associate 231-942-9334

Sales & Property Management 231-299-1180

www.MIEssentialRealEstate.com

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

Thank you for voting Best Hearing Center/Place to Buy Hearing Aids Finalist:

Surgeon - J Ben Hengy, D.O. Outpatient Medical Facility

Best Allergist J. Ben Hengy, D.O.

Best Audiologist Mary VanDrie M.A., CCC-A

Manistee 231-398-9536 1806 E. Parkdale Avenue, Suite 3 Manistee MI • 49660

Ludington 231-843-6557 250 N Nelson Road, Suite 1 Ludington MI • 49431

Thank You ManisTee and everyone for voting us Best Nail Salon and voting Tina for Best Manicurist.

NAILS 2000 Full Service Nail Care 365 River St. Manistee

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE APPETIZER MENU

ASIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER

TJ’S PUB

THE FUSION

The Painted Lady China Buffet Saloon Mary’s Asian Cuisine Painted Lady Saloon

BAKERY

BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

WINNER

THE DAILY BAKEHOUSE

THE PAINTED LADY SALOON

Orchard Market Two Slices

Diner 31 A&W Restaurant

BAR

BAR MENU

WINNER

231-398-2685 132 Monroe Street, Manistee (231) 299-3022

sTop in and Try our wings and burgers Thank you for voTing us besT of in 5 caTegories! Best Sports Bar • Best Bar Best Burger • Best Wings Best Bartender - Josh Sagala

Thank you for voting us Best Auto Parts Store & Best Auto Accessory Store

Auto Value of Manistee Corner of River St. and US-31 Mon. - Fri. 7:30 - 6:00 Saturday 8 - 5 • Sunday 10 - 3

(231) 398-2976

Parts for All Domestic and Import Autos Dupont Automotive & Industrial Coatings Gates Hydraulic Heavy Duty Parts - ATV Parts - Marine Parts

CHOPO’S NORTHSIDE BAR Stu’s Pub Inc The Painted Lady Saloon

THE PAINTED LADY SALOON Chopo’s Northside Bar Traks Bar & Grill

BARISTA

BARTENDER

WINNER

HEATHER SHRAM/PORT CITY BREW Kathy at Goody’s Rita at Goody’s

JOSHUA SAGALA Janette Stu’s Pub Jessica Smith Stu’s Pub

BBQ/RIBS WINNER

GENO’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL Sparks BBQ Bungalow Inn

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE BREAKFAST SPOT

BREW PUB

BUFFET

BURGERS

CAKE SHOP

WINNER

THE PAINTED LADY SALOON Diner 31 Lakeside Café

CHOPO’S NORTHSIDE BAR TJ’s Pub North Channel Brewing Company

CHINA BUFFET Kaleva Tavern Little River Casino Resort

CHOPO’S NORTHSIDE BAR A&W Restaurant The Painted Lady Saloon

TWO SLICES Sherry’s Sheer Delight Meijer

CARRY OUT

CASUAL DINING

CATERER

CHICKEN WINGS

CHILDREN’S BIRTHDAY

WINNER

Saloon Diner 31

TJ’s Pub Bungalow Inn

BIG AL’S PIZZA THE PAINTED The Painted Lady LADY SALOON

ZUPIN’S CATERING Danielle Hoffman Your Mom’s Place

CHOPO’S NORTHSIDE BAR

NORTHERN FALLS MINI GOLF-CONES

The Painted Lady Saloon Stu’s Pub Inc

Pizza Hut Diner 31

THANK YOU FOR NOMINATING AND VOTING FOR US:

• BEST GENERAL DENTISTRY PRACTICE • BEST DENTIST • BEST CHILDREN’S DENTIST

504 Water St. • Manistee

723-7957 Dr. Geoffrey Paine Dr. Tyler A. Smith

www.manisteedentists.com

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE CHILDREN’S MENU

CHILI

COCKTAIL

COFFEE SHOP

COOK/CHEF

WINNER

DINER 31

WENDY’S

A&W Restaurant The Painted Lady Saloon

TJ’S PUB

PORT CITY BREW

The Painted Lady Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Saloon Fusion Goody’s Juice & Java Painted Lady Saloon Iron Fish Distillery Diner 31

BRIAN KISSEL AT MANISTEE NATIONAL Ed Krummins, Painted Lady Saloon Aaron Preuss Lakeside Cafe Bear Lake

CUPCAKES

CURBSIDE

DELIVERY

DESSERT

WINNER

SUGAR MOMMA’S BAKE MY DAY COOKIES GOURMET BAKED (JULIE SCHMELING) GOODS TO ORDER Two Slices The Daily BakeHouse

Connie Watson Lindeman Two Slices

DINER 31

BIG AL’S PIZZA

Authentic 231 Two Slices

Authentic 231 Diner 31

HWINNERH

231.723.38683 zupincatering.com

Thank You

for voting

Zupin Catering LLC “No Worries Catering”

Best Caterers

For Ten Years In A Row!

Where the Best Eye Care and Eyewear Come Together Vision Center Place to Buy Glasses

Thank you for all your votes!

384 1st Street, Manistee, MI 49660 231.723.9911 www.coastalwoodsvision.com

THE GLENWOOD Two Slices Bluefish Kitchen + Bar

DINNER FOR $10 OR UNDER

DONUTS/BAGELS

WINNER

BIG AL’S PIZZA

WESCO

The Painted Lady Saloon A&W Restaurant

Cafe 1907 Goody’s Juice & Java

FAMILY FRIENDLY

FISH FRY

WINNER

Diner 31 Bungalow Inn

Chopo’s Northside Bar Lakeside Cafe

FRENCH FRIES

FRIED CHICKEN

WINNER

Doc’s Sauble River Inn Diner 31

Grille 44 Traks Bar & Grill

THE PAINTED THE PAINTED LADY SALOON LADY SALOON

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RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE HAPPY HOUR

HOT DOG

ICE CREAM/ YOGURT

KID FRIENDLY RESTAURANT

LATE NIGHT EATS

WINNER

Rory’s Detroit Coney Cart Lake Gulls Concessions & Rentals

Papa J’s Ice Cream & Eatery Arcadia Ice House

The Painted Lady Saloon

Bar TJ’s Pub

LOCAL BEER

LOCAL WINERY

LUNCH SPOT

LUNCH UNDER $10

MARGARITA

WINNER

TJ’S PUB Chopo’s Northside Bar Stu’s Pub Inc

A&W DAIRY QUEEN BIG AL’S PIZZA BIG AL’S PIZZA Diner 31 RESTAURANT (TREAT) Chopo’s Northside

NORTH ST. AMBROSE CHANNEL BREWING CELLARS COMPANY Northern Natural LLC Chopo’s Northside Bar Ludington Bay Brewing Co

Douglas Valley

MEAT MARKET

MEXICAN

WINNER

SANDERS MEAT PACKING INC

LA RIVIERA MEXICAN GRILL

ONEKAMA EZ MARKET Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion Bear Lake Market Roadhouse NEW RESTAURANT

OUTDOOR DINING/PATIO

WINNER

KETCH 22

TJ’S PUB

Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion Cafe 1907

Diner 31 Cabbage Shed

PIZZA

PLACE FOR MIXED DRINKS

WINNER

BIG AL’S PIZZA

TJ’S PUB

Ertie’s Forest Trail TJ’s Pub

Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion Stu’s Pub Inc

TJ’S PUB The Painted Lady Saloon Diner 31

A&W RESTAURANT Diner 31 The Painted Lady Saloon

TACO ‘BOUT IT MEXICAN FUSION TJ’s Pub The Glenwood

HWAY TO GOH No Matter What Your Flooring Need Is....

We’ve Got You Covered. Thank you for voting us Best Carpet, Flooring and Hardwood Store!

HAGLUND’S FLOOR COVERING 308 Parkdale Ave., | Manistee 723-9415 | Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30 | Sat. 9-12

Thank you Manistee County for voting Comfort Center Best Appliance Store, Best Furniture Store, Best Mattress Store

US 31 North • Manistee (Across from hospital) 231-723-8391

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT BEER

PLACE TO BUY PLACE TO BUY DELI CARRYOUT WINE MEAT AND CHEESE

WINNER

PLACE TO BUY MEAT

PLACE TO BUY PRODUCE

WINNER

MANISTEE BEVERAGE COMPANY

DUBLIN GENERAL STORE

Wesco Meijers

Meijer St. Ambrose Cellars

Meijer Bear Lake Market

Sanders Meat Packing Inc ONEKAMA EZ MARKET

PLACE TO BUY SEAFOOD

PLACE TO BUY STEAK

RESTAURANT

RESTAURANT FOR RESTAURANT FOR FRIENDLY SERVICE HOME COOKING

WINNER

MEIJER

DUBLIN GENERAL STORE

Family Fare Supermarket Saddle Up Gas & Grocery

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Larry’s Grocery M-55 Market

R E D E E M E D Furniture, Decor and More!

THE GLENWOOD The Painted Lady Saloon Diner 31

Thank you for voting us: Best Home Décor/ Home Decorating Best Locally Made Product Best Resale/Thrift Shop Your support is appreciated!

Over 50 Vendors! Stop In Today!

231-887-4222

172 Memorial Dr. • Manistee (Next to Family Dollar)

Thank you for voting us Best Lawn Care Service and Best Lawn Repair Call: 231-233-6951 Email: jusgreen711@gmail.com

WINNER

DINER 31 TJ’s Pub The Painted Lady Saloon

ORCHARD MARKET Z&N Farm, LLC Meijer

WINNER

THE PAINTED LADY SALOON Diner 31 Cafe 1907

RESTAURANT FOR SEAFOOD/FISH

RESTAURANT FOR STEAK

WINNER

BLUEFISH KITCHEN + BAR

THE GLENWOOD

The Painted Lady Saloon Chopo’s Northside Bar

Bungalow Inn Manistee National Golf & Resort

ROMANTIC DINNER

SALAD

WINNER

THE GLENWOOD

THE PAINTED LADY SALOON

Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club Bluefish Kitchen + Bar

Bungalow Inn TJ’s Pub

SANDWICH

SELECTION

WINNER

TWO SLICES

TJ’S PUB

TJ’s Pub The Painted Lady Saloon

The Painted Lady Saloon Diner 31

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE SMOKEHOUSE

SOUP

WINNER

Sparks BBQ North Channel Brewery Southern Sin-Thesis

TJ’s Pub Cafe 1907

SPORTS BAR

SUSHI

WINNER

SWEET SMOKE THE PAINTED BBQ MANISTEE LADY SALOON

CHOPO’S NORTHSIDE BAR Stu’s Pub Inc The Painted Lady Saloon

231-723-7743

Your “LINKE” to professional auto body repair.

Thank You for Voting us

Blue Moon Cafe Ludington, MI Meijer

• Professional Auto Body Repair • Foreign & American Made • Precision Color Matching

Again This Year!

423 Parkdale Avenue • Manistee

231.723.7206

WINNER

BRIANNE KRUMINS PAINTED LADY SALOON Tana at Chopo’s Northside Bar Lexie Thompson at Diner 31

WINE BAR

WINE MENU

WINNER

Northern Natural LLC Bluefish Kitchen + Bar

Edward P. Hybza, D.C.

Best Auto Body Shop

WINNER

TJ’S PUB

331 4th St. | Manistee

FUSION

WAITER/ WAITRESS

Lake Gulls Concessions & Rentals The Fillmore

Chiropractic. Whole Food Nutrition. In office Massage Therapy

BODY SHOP, INC.

VEGAN/ VEGETARIAN

TWO SLICES

Thank you Manistee for voting Dr Hybza Best Chiropractor!

ST. AMBROSE CELLARS

linkesbodyshop.com

Serving the Manistee Area Since 1941

Orchard Market’s Thank you for voting us Best Place To Buy Produce!

FREE SOIL 8400 N. US-31 8am-6pm Daily

231-464-5534

LUDINGTON

212 S. Pere Marquette Hwy. 8am-6pm: Mon-Sat. 9am-5pm: Sun.

231-843-4603

Open 7 Days A Week • Family Owned Since 1960 • Visit Our Website www.orchardmarket.us

TJ’s Pub Manistee Beverage Company

Serving The Manistee Area Since 1914. Thank you for voting us Best Local Hardware Store and Best Paint & Paint Supplies.

231-723-8335 | 87 Division Street, Manistee

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

SHOPPING ANTIQUE

APPLIANCE STORE

BOUTIQUES

CELLULAR PHONES/ ACCESSORIES

COMPUTER STORE/REPAIR

WINNER

NU 2 U RESALE STORE

COMFORT CENTER

Maryann’s Antiques Port City Emporium

Precision Appliance Service Continental Home Center

NU 2 U Resale Store Lavender Florals

CONVENIENCE STORE

CURBSIDE SERVICE

DELIVERY

DISCOUNT STORE

FEED STORE

WINNER

Lavender Florals Authentic 231 Provisioning Center

Authentic 231 Provsioning Center

WESCO ONEKAMA EZ MARKET Saddle Up Gas & Grocery

SURROUNDINGS VERIZON AUTHORIZED RETAILER INC.

DUNEGRASS BIG AL’S PIZZA Lavender Florals CO

WIRELESS ZONE

AT&T Store Cricket Wireless Authorized Retailer

TOWNLINE BARGAIN BARN Dollar Tree Bear Lake Market

JACKPINE BUSINESS CENTER Harlan Linke TekNik Computer Repair

FAMILY FARM & HOME South Side Plaza Tannerville Feeds

Thank You!

for voting us Best Asphalt Contractor. We have been proudly serving Northwestern Michigan since 1998. Thank you for entrusting us with all your asphalt paving and maintenance needs. 231.723.6482 • service@BriansSuperiorSealcoating.com BriansSuperiorSealcoating.com

November 2021 • Manistee News Advocate • READERS’ CHOICE

SHOPPING FLORIST SHOP

FURNITURE STORE

WINNER

STACEY’S FLOWER’S & GIFTS Lavender Florals Pleasanton Valley Greenhouses, Inc

COMFORT CENTER NU 2 U Resale Store Lundquist Furniture

50 Filer Street, Suite 216 • Manistee

723-2221

www.boehmfamilychiropractic.com

GARDEN CENTER GREENHOUSE/PLANTS

GIFT SHOP

WINNER

WEESIES BROTHERS GARDEN CENTER & LANDSCAPING Orchard Market Our Field of Dreams

WINNER

REDEEMED FURNITURE ART AND DECOR NU 2 U Resale Store Port City Emporium

JEWELRY STORE

LIQUOR STORE

WINNER

CC JEWELERS OF MANISTEE Port City Emporium Gold & Silver Exchange LOCAL HARDWARE STORE WINNER

WAHR HARDWARE Gilroy’s Manistee Bear Lake Ace Hardware & Supply

fOr vOtiNG uS beSt SpecialtY SHOp, We lOve ServiNG Our cOMMuNitY!

Kellie’s Hallmark Shop Lavender Florals HOME DÉCOR/ HOME DECORATING

Bear Lake Market Family Fare Supermarket

Thank You

NU 2 U RESALE STORE

GROCERY STORE

MEIJER

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!

MANISTEE BEVERAGE COMPANY

• Natural SpiceS • Natural HerbS • HaNd-Mixed bleNdS • Gift baSketS • MOre

fiNd YOur perfect bleNd!

378 River St., Manistee, MI 49660 Open tue. - Sun. 10am - 5pm (231) 510-1768 NorthernSpiceCo.com

Thank you for voTing us:

Best Tax Preparer & Best accountant

507 Water Street | Manistee, MI 49660 231-723-8305 | Fax 231-723-6097 mthompsoncpa@gmail.com

Manistee Bev Quencher’s Corner LLC

LICENSED Thanks for Voting Us Best Assisted Living/Retirement Community/Nursing Home! We appreciate the support of the community. Assisted And Respite Care • Life-Enriching Activities On Call 24 Hour Supervision • Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted

For a tour, call 231-723-1000

Reside • Reflect • Relax

1835 12th St., Manistee, MI 49660 ~ www.rlmgmt.com PH (231) 723-1000 The desire of Retirement Living is to honor God by providing the elderly with a lifestyle that values their identity, their independence and their dignity.

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

SHOPPING LOCALLY MADE PRODUCT

LUMBER/BUILDING SUPPLIES

MATTRESS STORE

PAINT AND SUPPLIES

PROVISIONING CENTER/DISPENSARY

WINNER

Wee Bee Jammin’ Port City Emporium

Onekama Building Supply

Redeemed Furniture Art & Decor

Lumber / Stihl Gilroy’s Manistee

Dunegrass Co. The WellFlower Cannabis

RECREATION VEHICLES

RESALE/THRIFT SHOP

SPECIALTY SHOP

WINNER

REDEEMED LINKE LUMBER COMFORT WAHR AUTHENTIC 231 FURNITURE ART CO CENTER HARDWARE PROVISIONING AND DECOR Gilroy’s Manistee Lundquist Furniture Gill-Roy’s Hardware/ CENTER

VACATION TRAILER SALES Fun -N- Sun RV Lakeshore RV Center

NORTHERN SPICE COMPANY

REDEEMED FURNITURE, DECOR AND MORE NU 2 U Resale Shop Patina Upscale Resale

NU 2 U Resale Store Lavender Florals

Thank you, Manistee for again voting us:

BesT excavaTor!

We would not be here without the support of our community and customers. We are truly grateful to live and work in beautiful Manistee County.

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL EXCAVATION & MARINE CONSTRUCTION

STORE FOR SOMETHING FOR STOREFRONT EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY WINDOW DISPLAY WINNER

MEIJER NU 2 U Resale Store Port City Emporium

WINNER

THE OUTPOST OF MANISTEE The Ideal Kitchen NU 2 U Resale Store

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THANK YOU FOR NAMING WSCC THE BEST COLLEGE IN THE REGION!

community here to serve our

college educating our area leaders

degree programs

$1,400

average tuition cost per semester

(231) 845-6211

since 1967

certificate programs

westshore.edu

Thank You for Nominating and Voting for Us! Thank You to our dedicated and hardworking staff that made this possible. WINNERS FOR THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: • Breakfast Spot • Casual Dining • Family Friendly Restaurant • Fish Fry • French Fries • Fried Chicken

• Salad • Soup • Bar Menu • Bang for Your Buck • Restaurant for Home Cooking • Bartender-Brianne Krumins

READERS’ CHOICE • Manistee News Advocate • November 2021

Everyone’s

Favorite Pizza BEST PIZZA! BEST EMPLOYEES! BEST CUSTOMERS! BEST COMMUNITY!

WE THANK YOU ALL!

THANK YOU...

For Voting Us “readers ChoiCe” in 7 Categories

• CARRY OUT • DINNER FOR $10 AND UNDER • KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT • LATE NIGHT EATS • PIZZA • DELIVERY

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723-6239

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