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Brass Horn is a men’s specialty store, providing clothing, sportswear and accessories They have exceptional customer service and men’s merchandise.

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1st: Friar Tuck

601 E.William St. Decatur, Illinois 62523

2nd: Famous Liquor 3rd: Decanter

2nd: Kohls 3rd: Von Maur

Best Locally Owned

Best Music Store

1085 U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 875-1450

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LSA Resale Shop 421 E Cerro Gordo St. Decatur, IL 62523 217.233.2001 • www.lsadecatur.net

(217) 791-6400 delspopcorn.com

DECATUR POOL & SPA

Thank you! #1 POOL AND SPA SUPPLIES

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1st: Coney McKane’s 104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur, (217) 4751111 We are a full service family run and operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dessert and cocktails. We have recently tripled in size and beautifully remodeled by owner's husband, Doug Stukins.

Ten family members currently participate in the daily operations. That's four generations! We're a close knit group. We do employ some nonrelatives but we aren't sure which ones they are.

Menu includes many homemade soups, desserts and dinner items like Flo's meatloaf special accented with her own sweet and sour dressing.

We love our customers and applaud the arrival of our evening dinners.

2nd: Dales Southlake Pharmacy 3rd: Coffee Connection

Best Mattress Showroom 1st: Slumberland 265 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-0900

1st: Linda’s Music Center 2192 E. Wood St., Decatur (217) 428-1409

2nd: GB’s 3rd: Best Buy

1st: Brass Horn 108 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur, (217) 4229112 brasshorn.com

1st: Jo-Ann Fabric 4298 N. Prospect St., Decatur (217) 8752082

Best Vape Store 1st: Steam Engine Vaping Co. 1691 W. King St., Decatur, (217) 330-7208

2nd: Spacin’ Vapors 3rd: Blono Smoke

Best Pawn Shop

Best Shoe Store

1st: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn

1st: Von Maur

1065 W. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 875-6625 940 N. Illinois 121, Decatur, (217) 864-3741

2nd: Decatur Coin & Jewelry 3rd: Pawn King

Best Pet Shop 1st: Petsmart 1460 Koester Road, Forsyth, (217) 8761392

2nd: Millie and Bo’s Barkery 3rd: Homeward Bound Pet Shelter

1350 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth, (217) 877-2499

2nd: Raupp’s 3rd: Fleet Feet Sports

Best Sporting Goods Store 1st: Play It Again Sports 3004 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 872-2434 playitagainsportsdecaturil.com We are a locally owned store that buys and sells new and used sports equipment.

We carry the items other stores don't.

2nd: MC Sports 3rd: Scheels

Best Tanning Salon

Best Meat Market

Best Men’s Apparel and Accessories

Best Sewing Store

3rd: Blessingdales Thrift Shop

1st: The Decanter Fine Wine and Spirits

1st: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy

2nd: Butcher Block 3rd: House of Meats

2nd: Jan Master 3rd: Family Home and Patio

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Best Wine Selection

Best Pharmacy

135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A locally owned meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

We have been in the swimming pool and spa business for more than 35 years, plus the knowledge of our staff totals over 100 years altogether

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2nd: Hobby Lobby 3rd: Stewarts Sewing

2nd: Goods Furniture 3rd: Lebeda

1st: Jeffrey’s Meat Market

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1st: Larry Paul Tanning Salon

245 First Drive W., Decatur, (217) 4295165

425 W. Eldorado St., Decatur (217) 422-2000 1198 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-2000 3156 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 876-7300

2nd: Walgreens Route 36 3rd: Kroger, airport plaza

2nd: Solar Tan 3rd: Solar Tan, Mount Zion

Best Pool and Spa Supplies

Best Tattoo Shop

1st: Decatur Pool and Spa 2540 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Decatur (217) 877-3488 Decaturpoolandspa.com; decaturpoolspa@yahoo.com We are a second generation swimming pool and spa store. Featuring above ground and in-ground swimming pools, spa, chemicals, parts and year round service available.

1st: Oakwood Tattoo 139 S. Oakland St., Decatur, (217) 7065110

2nd: Low Key Studios 3rd: It’s Just a Little Prick

Best Thrift Store 1st: LSA Resale Shop 421 E. Cerro Gordo St., Decatur (217) 423-0122

2nd: New Life Thrift Shop

215 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-9463 thedecatur@sbcglobal.net A big Thank You to our wine loving friends for your continued support.

We are Decatur's only fine wine shop with over 500 hand selected wines from all around the World. Our goal is always to help our customers find the right wine in the price range with which they are comfortable. Selecting wines can be intimidating and we want to help make the process as easy as possible.

We also have a nice selection of spirits, craft beers, cheeses, salamies, Bunn Gourmet Prime Aged beef and wine accessories. Our Gift Cards are very popular.

With wine tastings every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. it is easy to "Taste the Difference!"

We are locally owned and operated. With case discounts and a Rewards punch card there is simply no reason to shop elsewhere. We will even carry your purchase to your car.

2nd: Friar Tuck 3rd: Famous Liquor

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2nd: Coney McKane’s 3rd: Decatur Pool and Spa

Best Fitness Equipment Store 1st: Play it Again Sports 3004 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 872-2434 playitagainsportsdecaturil.com We are a locally owned store that buys and sells new and used sports equipment.

We carry the items other stores don't.

2nd: Fleet Feet Sports 3rd: MC Sports

to the community you serve. We are proud to have donated flowers to The American Red Cross Heroes Ball, American Diabetes Association Kiss A Pig Gala, and we offer our '2+10=12' event every fall to collect food for the WSOY food drive. These are just a few examples of our commitment to our local community.

2nd: Svendsen 3rd: Shirley’s Flower Shoppe

Best Fresh Produce 1st: Kroger 1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur, (217) 8645031.

Best Flower Shop 1st: Secret Garden 664 W. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 3628081 secretgardendecatur@gmail.com The Secret Garden is a full service flower shop. We offer fresh floral arrangements for all occasions, green and blooming plants and unique gifts including handmade items. With three Illinois Certified Professional Florists, we can create anything from the traditional to the latest trend.

At The Secret Garden we believe that to grow your business you need to give back

2nd: Aldi 3rd: Richland Community College Farmers Market

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service. Good’s Furniture is a family business that is locally owned and operated by third generation owner, Tim Druessel. Many of our employees have been serving our customers for more than 25 years, and that experience helps us connect with our customers and give them the outstanding attention that they have come to expect from Good’s Furniture. Good’s only carries quality furniture and mattresses that our customers can enjoy for many years.

Our free delivery service caters to the customer’s schedule. We deliver and set up the customer’s new furniture, and remove any old items free of charge. It’s this combination of quality furniture and outstanding service that creates the connection with our customers. We appreciate being voted best furniture store for the 12th year in a row and we will work hard to earn it again next year.

2nd: Slumberland 3rd: Ashley Home Storet

Best Furniture Store Best Garden Center 1st: Goods Furniture

1st: Farmer’s Market

1360 Koester Drive, Forsyth, (217) 4292441 Good’s Furniture has been serving Decatur and surrounding communities for over 60 years with quality home furnishings and outstanding customer

1805 N. Main St., Decatur, (217) 877-6356 We are a garden center that has been operating in Decatur for 30 years. We have learned what our customers want and we try to provide plants that not only they want, but plants that will do well in our area.

We are Decatur's best place to buy any garden plants because of the large selection and the quality of care we give our plants. We have a staff that have all been here at least 10 years to help customers with their plant selections.

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435 E. Ash, Decatur (217) 877-0700 920 West Town Center Blvd., Champaign (217) 366-0300 4100 Conestoga Dr., Springfield (217) 744-7711 www.flooringamerica.com

2nd:. Cedar Lake Garden and Gifts 3rd: Connie’s Greenhouse

Best Gift Shop 1st: Giggles

#1 BEST FLOORING STORE

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR WINE LOVING FRIENDS FOR VOTING US AS: #1 IN WINE SELECTION!

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE! Phone (217) 422-9463 215 North Main Street Decatur, IL

124 N. Merchant St., Decatur (217) 4751099.

2nd: Haines & Essick 3rd: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy

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Best Hardware store 1st: Kenney’s Ace Hardware 2880 Mount Zion Road, Mount Zion, (217) 864-9314

2nd: Menards 3rd: Ace Hardware

Best Health Food Store 1st: Country Nutrition 645 W. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 877-6466 Countrynutritionstore.com; cnutri@sbcglobal.net We are a retail store selling vitamins, supplements and health food We provide great customer service, as well as knowledge about how all our products could help encourage health lifestyles.

2nd: Mari-Mann Herbs 3rd: GNC

1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur (217) 8645031

2nd: Aldi 3rd: Kroger, Brettwood village

Best All Around Bar 1st Paco’s Sol Bistro 237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com We are a full service restaurant serving made-from-scratch American cuisine with a Southwest flair. We have two full bars and space available for larger groups as well as smaller reservations.

We have the absolute best staff in town (in our opinion). We have built a little family that cares about each other as well as every guest that comes in. We want people to experience great food, good music and great fun every time they visit us. After all, what’s life, without a little sol?

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Wharf

Best All Around Restaurant

Best Hobby Store

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st: Hobby Lobby

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

1146 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth (217) 872-0936

2nd: Board Knight 3rd: JoAnn Fabrics

2nd Beach House 3rd Taproot

Best Jewelry Store

Best Alternative Bar

1st: Flora Gems

1st Lock Stock and Barrel

101 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-4111

2nd: Ray Eldridge Jewelry 3rd: E. Ryan Jewelry

Best Ladies’ Apparel and Accessories 1st: Von Maur 1350 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth, (217) 877-2499

2nd: Koh’ls 3rd: TJ Maxx

Best Grocery Store 1st: Kroger

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Best Lighting Store 1st: Menards 533 Market Drive, Forsyth (217) 877-8191

2nd: Dunker Electric Co. 3rd: Lighting Center

129 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 429-7411

2nd Paco’s Sol Bistro 3rd Decatur Brew Works

Best Appetizers 1st Paco’s Sol Bistro 237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

2nd Wharf 3rd Applebee’s

Best Asian/Chinese/ Japanese/Thai 1st Fuji Japanese Steakhouse 4292 Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 8720600 www.decaturfuji.com

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Places for Food 2nd First Wok 3rd Aloha

3rd Friar Tuck

Best Breakfast Best Bakery 1st Wildflour 256 W. Main St. Decatur, (217) 422-3300 www.wildflourartisanbakery.com Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe provides a taste of Europe in Central Illinois. We are a locally-owned, fullservice coffee shop, bakery and cafe.

Wildflour's baristas craft a variety of espresso-based drinks, as well as prepare gourmet loose-leaf teas, Italian sodas, and more. We bake onsite and from scratch, using only natural, cleanlabel ingredients, including real butter.

Our specialties include tarts, scones, and lemon bars. We also serve scratchmade soups, sandwiches, salads, spanakopita, and quiches daily.

Being a locally-owned small business, Wildflour is easily able to adapt to local tastes and demands. Our business evolved from a farmers' market stand to a small coffee shop to a bustling lunch spot, based on customers' requests. We strive to provide Decatur with "big city" options while maintaining a down-home atmosphere.

Wildflour fills a niche in the community as a venue for small-scale parties, bridal and baby showers. We also offer English-style afternoon teas, complete with finger sandwiches and petite sweets. Wildflour supports local artists and authors with free gallery space, open mic nights for poets and musicians, and meeting space for writers, knitters, and other artisans.

2nd Golden Glaze 3rd Panera

Best BBQ 1st Hickory River Smokehouse 2330 S. Mount Zion Road, Decatur (217) 864-1864 www.hickoryriver.com

1st Blue Spoon 120 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 422-1111 We provide morning food made fresh and to order with good ingredients in a socially intimate dining room in the heart of Oakwood.

Our foods are prepared with love, in house and to order with fresh and local ingredients when available. The gravy that is on our delectable shoes is made with our exclusive sausage recipe and from scratch. We also make our pancakes, granola and cookies from scratch and in-house. We are also a cash only business because keeping money in Decatur is important to us.

2nd Cracker Barrel 3rd Debbie’s Diner

1st Decatur Brew Works

2nd Benny’s 3rd Krekel’s, Mount Zion

Best Butcher Shop 1st Jeffrey’s Meat Market 135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A locally owned meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

Best Burger

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101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

2nd Donnie’s Homespun Pizza

801 E. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 429-1122 2320 E. Main St., Decatur, (217) 423-1719 1355 Ill. 48 North, Decatur, (217) 326-1021 1340 N. Ill. 121, Mount Zion, (217) 864-5725 3727 N. Woodford St., Decatur, (217) 875-4044

2nd Butcher Block 3rd House of Meat

2nd PT’s BBQ 3rd Baloos

Best Beer

1st Krekel’s

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Best Candy/Nut Shop 1st Del’s Popcorn Shop 142 N. Merchant St., Decatur (217) 4290037 1345 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth (217) 791-6400 delspopcorn.com; delspopcorn.forsyth@gmail.com Del's Popcorn Shop is a local business that has a long standing relationship with the community. Serving popcorn and candy since 1934, we pride ourselves on giving our customers treats and service they can't find anywhere else.

We have a great staff that really focuses on the customers and providing them with exactly what they are looking for.

2nd Del’s Express 3rd Kirlin’s

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Best Chili 1st Paul’s Confectionary 999 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 428-6665 Small mom and pop, local, family owned diner for breakfast and lunch and still a cash only establishment.

We make our own from scratch chili, homemade ice cream in a friendly atmosphere where you are treated like family. Thank you all for the continued support for the last 70 years at this location.

2nd Steak N Shake 3rd Krekel’s

Best Coffee 1st Coffee Connection 2505 N. Main Street, Decatur, (217) 3308065 Decaturcoffeeconnection.com

Best Chicken Wings

2nd Starbucks 3rd Black Iron Coffee Co.

1st Buffalo Wild Wings

Coldest Beer

851 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 877-8370

2nd Wing Stop 3rd Wing Heaven

1st Decatur Brew Works 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

2nd Wharf 3rd Lock Stock and Barrel

Thank You Decatur Community for Voting Perkins Restaurant & Bakery #2 Best Pie/Cake

Best Craft Beer

www.wildflourartisanbakery.com Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe provides a taste of Europe in Central Illinois. We are a locally-owned, fullservice coffee shop, bakery and cafe.

Wildflour's baristas craft a variety of espresso-based drinks, as well as prepare gourmet loose-leaf teas, Italian sodas, and more. We bake onsite and from scratch, using only natural, clean-label ingredients, including real butter.

Our specialties include tarts, scones, and lemon bars. We also serve scratchmade soups, sandwiches, salads, spanakopita, and quiches daily.

Being a locally-owned small business, Wildflour is easily able to adapt to local tastes and demands. Our business evolved from a farmers' market stand to a small coffee shop to a bustling lunch spot, based on customers' requests. We strive to provide Decatur with "big city" options while maintaining a down-home atmosphere .

Wildflour fills a niche in the community as a venue for small-scale parties, bridal and baby showers. We also offer Englishstyle afternoon teas, complete with finger sandwiches and petite sweets.

Wildflour supports local artists and authors with free gallery space, open mic nights for poets and musicians, and meeting space for writers, knitters, and other artisans.

2nd Mowry Baking and Candy Co. 3rd Christie Schroth

2nd Donnie’s Homespun Pizza 3rd Brew House

1st Debbie’s Diner 1st Debbies Diner 1404 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 423-4130

2nd Coney McKanes 3rd Blue Spoon

Best Donuts 1st Golden Glaze 2779 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 475-1828

2nd Dunkin Donuts 3rd Casey’s

154 Merchant St., Decatur, (217) 423-8323 2950 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 872-8282 1130 W. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 425-2755

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

Best Dessert

THANK YOU #1 FOR RESTAURANT 3 YEARS RUNNING! We wouldn't be here without all of you, so thank you for keeping it local!

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Best Diner

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

256 W. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-3300

2999 N. Monroe St., Decatur

2nd Dairy Queen 3rd Krekels

2nd Taproot 3rd Coney McKane’s

Favorite Beer

1st Wildflour

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104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur (217) 475-1111 ConeyMckanes.com We are a full service family operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and cocktails.

Grandma Flo is 82 years young showing up six days a week, making her creme and fruit pies from scratch using her special recipe crust. And a daily variety of her fresh baked cookies is also on hand.

1st Jimmy Johns

Best Cupcakes

1st Bud Light 2nd Blue Moon 3rd Miller Lite

Best Antique Shop 1st: Wabash Depot Antique Centre 780 E Cerro Gordo St. Decatur, (217) 233-0800 kimaukamp1@gmail.com We offer a full line of antiques and collectibles. Forty quality dealers offer a wide variety of antiques and collectibles of all eras in more than 10,000 square feet with layaway, credit cards and checks.

We are located in a restored 1901 Wabash train station and are listed on the national register of historic places.

Our dealers are dedicated and we provide professional attention to our customers. Open 7 days a week and most holidays.

2nd: Perfect Pair 3rd: Elwin Antique Mall and Raspberry Room Tea and More

Best Appliance Sales 1st: Dick Van Dyke 134 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Decatur, (217) 423-7424 www.appliance-world.com All we do is appliances, and we do them better than anyone else. “When you buy from us you get the whole store.”

We carry more than 40 brands of appliances, a free 5/10 year protection plan, factory trained service technicians and an in-store parts department.

2nd: Lowes 3rd: Menards

Best Battery Shop 1330 E. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 422-0281

1st Decatur Brew Works

2nd: Auto Zone 3rd: Wal-Mart

2nd Friar Tuck 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st Beach House 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217)

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carries a wide range of product from family riding to the serious enthusiast.

Spin City Cycles sets itself apart by simply treating people how we like to be treated. We love cycling and want to get more people out riding and spread the word on how fun it is. We, of course, sell bikes, accessories and provide service, but we also put on a lot of events. We host clinics, open houses, weekly rides and help put on some great organized rides throughout the year. There is also a reward program that lets you earn points on all your purchases from Spin City Cycles. Thanks to everyone who voted for us.

Best Cigar Store

2nd: Decatur Bicycle Shop 3rd: Fleet Feet Sports

2nd: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn 3rd: Decatur Gold and Coin

Best Bridal/Formal Wear 1st: David’s Bridal 2022 N. Prospect Ave., Champaign, (217) 359-2677 Southwest Plaza Shopping Center, 3201 S. Veterans Parkway, Springfield, (217) 5464462

2nd: Seno 3rd: Brass Horn

Best Butcher Shop 1st: Jeffrey’s Meat Market 135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A local owner meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

Best Camera Shop

Favorite Craft Beer 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

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1st: Rexx Battery

Best Fine Dining 237 N. Main St., Decatur, IL (217) 330-6483 • www.solbistro.com

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1st Coney McKanes American Eatery

Best Delivery

2nd Monicals 3rd Crawford’s Pizza

In appreciation we would like to offer $2.00 off the purchase of a whole pie From 5/2/16 through 5/8/16

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Best Downtown Dining

1st Decatur Brew Works 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

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1st: Best Buy 1450 Koester Road, Forsyth, (217) 8752418

2nd: Walgreens 3rd: Sams Club

1st: Goodfellas 160 N. Merchant St., Decatur, (217) 4226383

2nd: Smokers Den 3rd: Steam Engine Vape

whole lot more. We serve pizzas, subs and a wide variety of food while having a friendly courteous staff.

We go the extra mile for our customers.

We know their names and families. We strive for excellence.

2nd: Thorntons 3rd: Dollar General

Best Coin and Collectibles Shop

Best Electronics Store

1st: Decatur Coin & Jewelry

1st: Best Buy

104 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 423-0041

Best Convenience Store 1st: Casey’s General Store 290 S. North St., Argenta(217) 795-4715 mommamac48@live.com We are a convenience store plus a

1450 Koester Road, Forsyth (217) 8752418

2nd: B&C Television 3rd: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn

Best Family Owned 1st: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy 245 First Drive W., Decatur, (217) 4295165

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT Everyone at Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy & Colee’s Corner Drugs Appreciate your Loyalty 245 W. 1st Drive Decatur, IL Ph. 217-429-5165

845 Route 51 Forsyth, IL 217-330-9552

www.dalessouthlakepharmacy.com • Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-6 • Sat 8:30-3

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Music Store Y Your support of and loyalty to our store and the local economy are ar appreciated.

Best Carpet Store Best Bicycle Shop 1st: Spin City Cycles 1088 W. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 4297746 www.SpinCity.com We are a full service bicycle shop that

1st: Carpet Weavers 1971 E. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 876-9800

2nd: Flooring America 3rd: Lowes

Open M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-5p Closed Sunday 2192 E Wood St, Decatur (217) 428 -1409 www.facebook.com/lindasmusiccenter w

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health care facility that combines modern technology with the caring spirit of the original founders. St. Mary's offers a broad spectrum of comprehensive health services, including the latest diagnostic equipment, interventional cardiology, surgical and medical intervention, emergency medical care, outpatient radiation therapy, pain management and a sleep center. St. Mary's also offers a wide range of community education and wellness programs. The hospital also has both a unique intergenerational day services program and the community's only provider of hospital-based behavioral health services for all ages.

St. Mary's mission to reveal and embody Christ's healing love for all people through our high quality Franciscan health care ministry is what sets us apart from other businesses in the community. This coupled with our core values of respect, care, competence and joy make HSHS St. Mary's Hospital a great choice for your health care needs.

Best Pool Hall

Best Public Expo

1st Starship Billiards and the Enterprise Grill

1st Decatur Celebration

2nd Herald & Review 3rd Archer Daniels Midland Co.

2nd Bourbon Barrel 3rd Biggens Bar and Billiards

3015 Grand Prix Drive, Decatur, (217) 872-8882 www.starshipenterprisegrill.com; starship3015@comcast.net Captains log: stardate 362.2010.11.01.

On a recent planetary leave I sought a much needed earthly entertainment locale where I could relax and rejuvenate. I developed Starship and The Enterprise Grill and it offered the finest interstellar cuisine and cheer anywhere in the federation.

Entertainment also included billiards, darts, gambling and flat screens throughout. It was more fun than any Denebian slime devil roundup. In fact, I had such a hard time leaving I have already requested a return trip to this fantastic venue.

They offer exceptional customer service, large venue, ideal for Christmas parties, employee, retirement or birthday parties.

160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

2nd Farm Progress Show 3rd Bike Nite

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for them, helping them find things, from furniture to stoves to rare glass” She also said “Your business is not strange, it's unique. We can find forgotten items which reminds us of good times of childhood and youth.

2nd Greenwood Cemetery 3rd Lincoln Theatre

Best Resale Shop 1st LSA Resale Shop 421 E Cerro Gordo St, Decatur (217) 423-0122

2nd New to You Resale Shop 3rd Blessingdales Thrift Shop

Best Things to do at Celebration 1st Eat 2nd bands/music 3rd live entertainment

Best TV Show Best School Mascot 1st Mount Zion Braves Mount Zion High School, 305 S. Henderson St., Mount Zion (217) 864-2363

2nd Argenta-Oreana Bombers 3rd St. Teresa Bulldogs

1st Big Bang Theory 2nd Walking Dead 3rd Chicago Fire

Best Website 1st Facebook 2nd Herald & Review 3rd Brinkoetter

Best Shopping 1st Downtown Decatur 2nd Hickory Point Mall 3rd Von Maur

Best Strangest Place in Decatur

1st St. Louis, Mo. 2nd Chicago 3rd St. Louis, Mo. Cardinals game

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Best Fish Fry 1st The Wharf 201 W. First Drive, Decatur, (217) 423-5450

2nd Disabled American Veterans 3rd Our Lady of Lourdes

Best French Fries 1st McDonald’s 4030 E. Boyd Road, Decatur, (217) 872-1974 969 W. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 422-8149 109 E. Lucile Ave., Forsyth, (217) 875-7913 3005 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 877-9259 2799 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 425-2980

1835 E. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 423-1775

Best Hot Dog

Best Fried Chicken

2nd Coney McKanes 3rd Chicago Dogs

1st The Wagon 2nd KFC 3rd Popeyes

Best Grocery Store 1st Kroger 1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur (217) 864-5031

2nd Aldi 3rd County Market, Grand Ave.

2120 N. Oakland Ave. • Decatur, Illinois 62526 • 217-877-2611 www.jjswartzco.com

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Best Liquor Store

1st University Dogs 1105 W. Wood St, Decatur, (217) 422-2288

1987 N. Jasper St., Decatur, (217) 429-2260

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2nd University Dogs 3rd Krekel’s

Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt

1st Friar Tuck 1085 U.S. 51 North, Forsyth (217) 875-1450

2nd Famous Wine and Spirits 3rd Decanter

Best Margaritas

1st Cherry Berry

1st El Rodeo

130 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 330-8573 2 509 E. Nelson Park Road, Decatur (217) 330-7676

4204 N. Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-7547

2nd Culvers 3rd Krave, Mount Zion

2nd El Corral 3rd La Guadalajara

Best Martini 1st Beach House

Best Horseshoe

Best Italian

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st Olive Garden

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

3795 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 877-7470

2nd Darcy’s Pint 3rd Doherty’s Pub and Pins

THANK YOU Decatur Community for voting

#1 Best Coffee! 5 years in a Row #3 Locally Owned Business

J.J. Swartz Co. Celebrating Over 95 Years of Serving Central Ilinois.

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1575 N Water St, Decatur, (217) 429-3881 olgaapken1958@gmail.com I asked one customer what does she like about the shop. The answer was “We treat everybody as family, looking out

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422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com We offer a restaurant, bar, catering and waterfront dining.

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2nd Gin Mill 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

2nd La Gondola

Best Weekend Trip

1st Olga’s House of Stuff

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2nd Anna Thai 3rd Casa Fuentes

Best Pie/Cake

1st El Rodeo 4204 N. Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-7547

2nd El Corral 3rd La Guadalajara

Best New Restaurant (2015) 1st Crawfords Pizza and Pub 105 W. Main St., Maroa (217) 794-2700 170 W. Debby Drive, Mt. Zion (217) 864-1691 200 S. Main St., Moweaqua (217) 768-3255 crawfordspizza.com; crawfordespizza@gmail.com Matt and Hilary Crawford opened in Maroa in 2012. We offer dine–in, delivery and carryout. A full bar with a sports bar atmosphere that is still family friendly. Crawford’s pizza has something for everyone. Pizza and breadsticks to feed the family. Salads for lunch.

Sandwich and a beer to watch the game.

Mouthwatering wings. Our open concept allows us to easily seat large groups at all 3 locations. Moweaqua has 10 bowling lanes.

1st Coney McKanes American Eatery 104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur (217) 4751111 ConeyMckanes.com We are a full service family operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and cocktails.

Grandma Flo is 82 years young showing up six days a week, making her creme and fruit pies from scratch using her special recipe crust. And a daily variety of her fresh baked cookies is also on hand.

2nd Perkins 3rd Wildflour

holidays.

Our thin crust pizzas featuring quality ingredients and our signature special sauce served in a family friendly atmosphere by a great friendly staff.

1st Del Carmen’s East 221 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 428-5991 Delcarmenspizzaeast.com We are a small mom and pop pizzeria serving dine-in and carryout. Our menu contains pizza, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and soda. We serve lunch Monday through Friday and are open seven days a week, but closed most

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237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

Best Quick Lunch

Best Seafood

1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

1st Krekels

1st Red Lobster 997 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 875-3196 Redlobster.com Red Lobster offers sea-to-table quality seafood including fresh fish, crab legs, shrimp and live lobsters. We are home to our iconic cheddar bay biscuits, signature cocktails and the most anticipated event each year, Lobsterfest.

Our amazing team of employees sets us apart from the rest. They provide a great atmosphere for our guests to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family.

Best Romantic Dinner

2nd Beach House 3rd Fuji

1st Beach House

Best Soup

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

2nd Gin Mill 3rd Taproot

1st Panera 255 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 872-6435

4191 W. US 36, Decatur (217) 422-8800

2nd Allerton Mansion 3rd Younker House

Best Bingo 1st Majestic Hall 830 Illinois 121, Mount Zion, (217) 8643842 We host bingo sessions nine times a week. All proceeds support non-profit charities such as the local Lion's Club, several schools, show choirs and Booster Clubs.

Our reputation for fair and exciting games has been with us since we opened in 1993. We're always trying new games and exploring new innovations in gaming.

2nd Macon County Fairgrounds

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1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

Best Bed and Breakfast

801 E. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 429-1122 2320 E. Main St., Decatur, (217) 423-1719 1355 N. Ill. 48, Decatur, (217) 326-1021 1340 N. Ill. 121, Mount Zion, (217) 864-5725 3727 N. Woodford St., Decatur, (217) 875-4044

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Best Salads

2nd Panera 3rd Texas Roadhouse

2nd Monicals 3rd Sloans Calzones

2nd Burrito Truck 3rd Jimmy Johns

Best Pizza

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Best Event Facility 1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

4191 W. US 36, Decatur (217) 422-8800

2nd Mount Zion Convention Center 3rd Beach House

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Evolved DJ

1st Scovill Zoo 71 S. Country Club Road, Decatur,(217) 421-7435

Best Live Entertainment 1st Decatur Celebration 2nd Sliderz 3rd Chill on the Hill

Best Place to People Watch 160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

Best Local Band/Musician 1st Third Shift 2nd Jesse Hite 3rd Rock of Ages

Best Karaoke

Best Place for a First Date

2683 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 8759800

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

1st Decatur Celebration

2nd Avon Theater 3rd Overlook Adventure Mini Golf

1st Curly’s

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2nd Paco’s Sol Bistro 3rd Overlook Adventure Mini Golf

160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

Best Favorite Weekend Activity

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2nd Hickory Point Mall 3rd Wal-Mart

Best Place to Work 1st HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital 1800 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 464-2966 stmarysdecatur.com Founded in 1878 by three Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital is a 244-bed, all private room

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Thank You!!

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in Nelson Park on Beautiful Lake Decatur

Thank you for V Voting oting Beach house

www.decaturbeachhouse.com • 217-422-7202

Dear Folk The Avon s: Theater w ill be 100 years old this year!

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2nd Coney McKane’s 3rd Olive Garden

1st Texas Roadhouse 1155 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 876-7380

2nd Gin Mill 3rd Beach House

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Best Sushi 1st Fuji

2nd Asia House 3rd Anna Thai

Best Tacos

Best Subs/Sandwiches 1st Head West 136 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 7916623 We offer dine-in and delivery with online ordering available. We also offer specialty subs, soups, salads and catering.

We have a fun and friendly laid back atmosphere. We strive to offer the best quality and freshness in our products and look for the best brands to partner with.

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4292 Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 8720600 www.decaturfuji.com

Best Steak

2nd Jimmy Johns 3rd Subway

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1st Burrito Truck 277 E. Pershing Road, Decatur www.decaturfuji.com

fresh pizzas, sandwiches, pita wraps, calzones, craft beers and good times.

Live music happening every weekend and open mic night every Wednesday.

When asked what sets us apart from other businesses, the answer would be our Calabrese style pizza. The Calabrese style pizza is a concept from Calabria, a region in southern Italy. We cater to guests’ different tastes by offering a wide array of vegetarian options, as well as plenty of choices for the meatatarians. We cater to each guests’ craft beer palate by offering multiple options of each beer type. We pride ourselves on quality of product and

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customer service. Overall it is a unique local pizzeria that focuses on the quality of the Calabrese style pizza, customer service, our guest’s individual tastes, rotating craft beer selection, personal interaction and supporting local artists/musicians.

2nd Panera 3rd Anna Thai

2nd El Rodeo 3rd Pacos Sol Bistro

Best Vegetarian Restaurant 1st Donnie’s Homespun Pizza 126 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 4244344 www.donnieshomespun.com Donnie’s Homespun Pizza is located near the campus of Millikin University and serves the Decatur community at large.

The kitchen is open every day serving

Thank You

Voted #1 Best New Restaurant In 2015!

Maroa 105 W. Main St. 217-794-2700

Mt. Zion 170 W. Debby Dr. 217-864-1691

PLUS ONE OF THE ING BEST BOWL ALLEY’S & BEST PIZZA DELIVERY!!

Moweaqua 200 S Main St. 217-768-3255

Thank You Decatur For Voting Us #1 Heating & Air Service (12 Years in a Row!)

Thank you Over 20 Years of Service - Quality Reliability - Honesty

www.airkinginc.com 250 E. Eldorado St. Decatur, IL

Decatur

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(217) (217) (309) 423-9949 355-1808 821-0111

Voted #1

Voted #1

Best Locally Owned Business

for Best Pies & Cakes and Best Desserts

Stop By! Great food- Inviting atmosphere And Local hospitality

Life is Short- Eat Dessert First!

Especially when it’s one of Flo’s pies!

Downtown At the corner of Prairie and N. Main • 100 E Prairie, Decatur, IL • (217) 475-1111

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Entertainment Best Art Gallery 1st Decatur Area Arts Council 125 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 423-3189

2nd Gallery 510 and Oakwood Tattoo 3rd Kirkland Fine Arts Center

Best Banquet Facilities 1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

are one-of-a-kind. All 36 entrees are prepared using recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation.

2nd Decatur Conference Center and Hotel Sports Zone

Best Community Event 1st Decatur Celebration Downtown Decatur, (217) 423-4222

2nd Chill on the Hill 3rd Arts in the Park

4191 U.S. 36 West, Decatur, (217) 422-8800

Best Country Club

2nd Mount Zion Convention Center 3rd Beach House

1st South Side Country Club

Best Bowling Alley 1st Spare Time Lanes 2870 N. Jasper St. Decatur, (217) 8753141 www.bowldecatur.com, sparetimelanesdecatur@gmail.com

2nd Pla-Mor 3rd Crawfords, Moweaqua

Best Casino 1st Par-a-dice 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria, (309) 699-7711

2nd Decatur Conference Center and Hotel 3rd Starship and Woody’s

Best Comedy Club

1650 Cottage Drive, Decatur, (217) 4237789 www.southsidecountryclub.com; southsidecountryclub@comcast.net Thank you for voting South Side Country Club number one in Reader's Choice 2015. You will find that the private 18-hole golf course is one of the most beautiful and well maintained in central Illinois. South Side also offers causal dining and an outstanding banquet facility. There are several membership options such as corporate, young professional, non-resident, social and summer social. If you've never been a member of South Side, you can take advantage of the Link membership and enjoy the club with reduced dues and zero minimum spending for one year.

The mission of South Side Country Club is to ensure sustainability and value by providing casual yet quality facilities and services to meet the social and golf needs of our members, their families and their guests.

2nd Country Club of Decatur

1st Main Hangar 1st Main Hangar 910 S. Airport Road, Decatur, (217) 4217452 MainHaingerRestaurant.net The Main Hangar Restaurant is a family owned and operated business located in Decatur serving authentic Sicilian and American Cuisines for breakfast (Saturdays only), lunch, and dinner.

There are 36 entrées on the Main Hangar Restaurant's dinner menu that

Best Dance Studio 1st Debbie’s Dance Studio 2828 N. Main St., Suite 208, Decatur, (217) 877-9009 ddsdance.com We provide all varieties of dance and movement classes for ages 2 and up.

Tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, strength, stretch and hiphop all taught

in a fun energetic and positive environment. Through dance, students develop a joy of movement a sense of rhythm, improved coordination and posture, creative thinking skills as well as the value of discipline, commitment and work ethic. We even offer princess and black light birthday parties.

Our instructors make us unique. We provide ongoing training to our staff to ensure we are always providing our students and parents with the best experience possible. Our instructors have been trained in Los Angeles and attend frequent dance conventions and seminars to stay up-to-date on current techniques and dance styles. We offer classes for those looking for a fun weekly activity or come join our award winning competition team. Whether you are young or young at heart, we have something for you.

2nd Steps Dance Complex 3rd Studio B

Best Day spa 1st Capelli’s Studio and Spa 345 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 233-4233 Capellisstudio.com Full service salon and spa that goes beyond your everyday beauty care needs. Services include: 3D and 4D ultrasounds, hair care, lash extensions, massage therapy, skin treatments and professional airbrush makeup.

We are constantly trying to further our education to be able to give clients the best experience. Our number one goal is to make sure after every customer that we have given them not only a great service but send them home with knowledge. Our industry is ever changing, so it is our job to stay ahead of education with furthering sanitation,

Best Golf Course Public 1st Scovill Golf Course

trends, and any health related information.

3909 W. Main St., Decatur, (217) 4296243

2nd Amy’s Massage 3rd Annies

2nd Hickory Point Golf Course 3rd Red Tail Run

1st Toby Tucker, 95Q 250 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-9595 www.95Q.com

2nd David Lee 3rd Stephanie Britton

Best Facebook Page 1st WAND-TV 904 W. South Side Drive, Decatur, (217) 424-2500 www.wandtv.com WAND's mission is to provide the best news, sports and weather coverage in central Illinois. We air The Doctors, Dr. Oz, Meredith Vierra, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune and quality programming such as The Blacklist, Dateline and Sunday Night Football.

WAND provides viewers with information across multiple platforms: on-air, online and mobile covering over 21 counties in Illinois and Indiana.

2nd Decatur IL Moms 3rd Decatur Anonymous

Best Golf Course Private 1st Country Club of Decatur 135 N. Country Club Road, Decatur (217) 428-3415 ccofdecatur.com

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Best Lake Club

Best Slots

1st Beach House

1st Woody’s

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

1190 W. Southside Drive, Decatur, (217) 420-1009 We are a bar and gaming establishment opened early for video slots. We are also the home of the J.B. Bloody Mary. We have a welcoming environment to all.

2nd River Rats 3rd Dolphin Boat Club

2nd Curly’s 3rd Starship

Best Historic Site

Best Local Sports Team

1st Allerton Park

1st Mount Zion Braves

Best Sports Complex

Best DJ Event

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515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, (217) 333-3287 allerton.illinois.edu, allertoninfo@illinois.edu Located in Monticello, about 28 miles southwest of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Robert Allenton Park has been described as a “fantasy land of neoclassical statues, Far Eastern art, and huge European-style gardens surrounding a Georgian-Revival mansion.” The park, which hosts approximately 100,00 visitors a year, features 14 formal gardens including Chinese maze garden and over 100 ornaments and sculptures. A complimentary garden tour is offered the third Saturday of every month, April to October.

In addition to the gardens, Allerton Park consists of over 1,500 acres of natural area, including a 30-acre demonstration prairie and over 14 miles of hiking trails. The mansion and Allerton Park are available for meetings, conferences and some of the most picturesque weddings imaginable.

2nd Avon Theater 3rd Lincoln Theater

Mount Zion High School, 305 S. Henderson Drive, (217) 864-2363

2nd St. Teresa Bulldogs 3rd Argenta-Oreana Bombers

1st Decatur Indoor Sports Complex

Best Movie Theater

2nd Decatur YMCA 3rd Mount Zion fieldhouse

1st Avon Theater 426 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 422-8151 www.theavon.com

2nd Strand Cinema 3rd Hickory Point 12 Theaters

Best Nighttime Hot Spot

1st Avon Theater 426 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 422-8151 www.theavon.com

2nd Kirkland Fine Arts Center 3rd Lincoln Theater

Best TV Personality

5995 Illinois 36 East, Decatur, (217) 8649227

1st J.C. Fultz, WAND-TV

2nd Lincoln Lounge 3rd Lock Stock and Barrel

904 W. South Side Drive, Decatur, (217) 424-2500 www.wandtv.com

Best Patio

1st Sliderz Bar & Grill

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

2nd Chill on the Hill 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

Best Theatre Venue

1st Sliderz Bar & Grill

Best House Band Venue 5995 Illinois 36 East, Decatur, (217) 8649227

1295 W. Wood St., Decatur (217) 429-3472

1st Beach House

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Wharf

2nd Dawn Sterling, WAND-TV 3rd Sean Streaty, WAND-TV

Best Video Gambling

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THE DOWNTOWN DECATUR BUSINESSES

Thank You For Voting Downtown Decatur

#1

In Shopping We Appreciate Your Votes And Support

Basket Case Catering ...where homemade cookin’ is served in handmade baskets THANK YOU FOR VOTING US

#3 BEST CATERER!

1st Curly’s

Best Karaoke 1st Curly’s 2683 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 8759800

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Sliderz Bar & Grill

Best Radio Show 1st 95Q 250 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-9595 www.95Q.com

2nd Aric Lee Show 3rd Busboom and Wolfe AND WBGL

2683 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 875-9800

2nd Woody’s 3rd Pop’s Place and Mom’s Place

Tracy Ferrill 4163 E. Emery Rd. Oreana, IL 62554 217-433-2175 basketcasecatering@gmail.com

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Entertainment Best Art Gallery 1st Decatur Area Arts Council 125 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 423-3189

2nd Gallery 510 and Oakwood Tattoo 3rd Kirkland Fine Arts Center

Best Banquet Facilities 1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

are one-of-a-kind. All 36 entrees are prepared using recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation.

2nd Decatur Conference Center and Hotel Sports Zone

Best Community Event 1st Decatur Celebration Downtown Decatur, (217) 423-4222

2nd Chill on the Hill 3rd Arts in the Park

4191 U.S. 36 West, Decatur, (217) 422-8800

Best Country Club

2nd Mount Zion Convention Center 3rd Beach House

1st South Side Country Club

Best Bowling Alley 1st Spare Time Lanes 2870 N. Jasper St. Decatur, (217) 8753141 www.bowldecatur.com, sparetimelanesdecatur@gmail.com

2nd Pla-Mor 3rd Crawfords, Moweaqua

Best Casino 1st Par-a-dice 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria, (309) 699-7711

2nd Decatur Conference Center and Hotel 3rd Starship and Woody’s

Best Comedy Club

1650 Cottage Drive, Decatur, (217) 4237789 www.southsidecountryclub.com; southsidecountryclub@comcast.net Thank you for voting South Side Country Club number one in Reader's Choice 2015. You will find that the private 18-hole golf course is one of the most beautiful and well maintained in central Illinois. South Side also offers causal dining and an outstanding banquet facility. There are several membership options such as corporate, young professional, non-resident, social and summer social. If you've never been a member of South Side, you can take advantage of the Link membership and enjoy the club with reduced dues and zero minimum spending for one year.

The mission of South Side Country Club is to ensure sustainability and value by providing casual yet quality facilities and services to meet the social and golf needs of our members, their families and their guests.

2nd Country Club of Decatur

1st Main Hangar 1st Main Hangar 910 S. Airport Road, Decatur, (217) 4217452 MainHaingerRestaurant.net The Main Hangar Restaurant is a family owned and operated business located in Decatur serving authentic Sicilian and American Cuisines for breakfast (Saturdays only), lunch, and dinner.

There are 36 entrées on the Main Hangar Restaurant's dinner menu that

Best Dance Studio 1st Debbie’s Dance Studio 2828 N. Main St., Suite 208, Decatur, (217) 877-9009 ddsdance.com We provide all varieties of dance and movement classes for ages 2 and up.

Tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, strength, stretch and hiphop all taught

in a fun energetic and positive environment. Through dance, students develop a joy of movement a sense of rhythm, improved coordination and posture, creative thinking skills as well as the value of discipline, commitment and work ethic. We even offer princess and black light birthday parties.

Our instructors make us unique. We provide ongoing training to our staff to ensure we are always providing our students and parents with the best experience possible. Our instructors have been trained in Los Angeles and attend frequent dance conventions and seminars to stay up-to-date on current techniques and dance styles. We offer classes for those looking for a fun weekly activity or come join our award winning competition team. Whether you are young or young at heart, we have something for you.

2nd Steps Dance Complex 3rd Studio B

Best Day spa 1st Capelli’s Studio and Spa 345 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 233-4233 Capellisstudio.com Full service salon and spa that goes beyond your everyday beauty care needs. Services include: 3D and 4D ultrasounds, hair care, lash extensions, massage therapy, skin treatments and professional airbrush makeup.

We are constantly trying to further our education to be able to give clients the best experience. Our number one goal is to make sure after every customer that we have given them not only a great service but send them home with knowledge. Our industry is ever changing, so it is our job to stay ahead of education with furthering sanitation,

Best Golf Course Public 1st Scovill Golf Course

trends, and any health related information.

3909 W. Main St., Decatur, (217) 4296243

2nd Amy’s Massage 3rd Annies

2nd Hickory Point Golf Course 3rd Red Tail Run

1st Toby Tucker, 95Q 250 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-9595 www.95Q.com

2nd David Lee 3rd Stephanie Britton

Best Facebook Page 1st WAND-TV 904 W. South Side Drive, Decatur, (217) 424-2500 www.wandtv.com WAND's mission is to provide the best news, sports and weather coverage in central Illinois. We air The Doctors, Dr. Oz, Meredith Vierra, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune and quality programming such as The Blacklist, Dateline and Sunday Night Football.

WAND provides viewers with information across multiple platforms: on-air, online and mobile covering over 21 counties in Illinois and Indiana.

2nd Decatur IL Moms 3rd Decatur Anonymous

Best Golf Course Private 1st Country Club of Decatur 135 N. Country Club Road, Decatur (217) 428-3415 ccofdecatur.com

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Best Lake Club

Best Slots

1st Beach House

1st Woody’s

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

1190 W. Southside Drive, Decatur, (217) 420-1009 We are a bar and gaming establishment opened early for video slots. We are also the home of the J.B. Bloody Mary. We have a welcoming environment to all.

2nd River Rats 3rd Dolphin Boat Club

2nd Curly’s 3rd Starship

Best Historic Site

Best Local Sports Team

1st Allerton Park

1st Mount Zion Braves

Best Sports Complex

Best DJ Event

THANK YOU FOR MAKING US #1 KARAOKE & VIDEO GAMBLING & #2 SLOTS

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515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, (217) 333-3287 allerton.illinois.edu, allertoninfo@illinois.edu Located in Monticello, about 28 miles southwest of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Robert Allenton Park has been described as a “fantasy land of neoclassical statues, Far Eastern art, and huge European-style gardens surrounding a Georgian-Revival mansion.” The park, which hosts approximately 100,00 visitors a year, features 14 formal gardens including Chinese maze garden and over 100 ornaments and sculptures. A complimentary garden tour is offered the third Saturday of every month, April to October.

In addition to the gardens, Allerton Park consists of over 1,500 acres of natural area, including a 30-acre demonstration prairie and over 14 miles of hiking trails. The mansion and Allerton Park are available for meetings, conferences and some of the most picturesque weddings imaginable.

2nd Avon Theater 3rd Lincoln Theater

Mount Zion High School, 305 S. Henderson Drive, (217) 864-2363

2nd St. Teresa Bulldogs 3rd Argenta-Oreana Bombers

1st Decatur Indoor Sports Complex

Best Movie Theater

2nd Decatur YMCA 3rd Mount Zion fieldhouse

1st Avon Theater 426 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 422-8151 www.theavon.com

2nd Strand Cinema 3rd Hickory Point 12 Theaters

Best Nighttime Hot Spot

1st Avon Theater 426 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 422-8151 www.theavon.com

2nd Kirkland Fine Arts Center 3rd Lincoln Theater

Best TV Personality

5995 Illinois 36 East, Decatur, (217) 8649227

1st J.C. Fultz, WAND-TV

2nd Lincoln Lounge 3rd Lock Stock and Barrel

904 W. South Side Drive, Decatur, (217) 424-2500 www.wandtv.com

Best Patio

1st Sliderz Bar & Grill

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

2nd Chill on the Hill 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

Best Theatre Venue

1st Sliderz Bar & Grill

Best House Band Venue 5995 Illinois 36 East, Decatur, (217) 8649227

1295 W. Wood St., Decatur (217) 429-3472

1st Beach House

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Wharf

2nd Dawn Sterling, WAND-TV 3rd Sean Streaty, WAND-TV

Best Video Gambling

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THE DOWNTOWN DECATUR BUSINESSES

Thank You For Voting Downtown Decatur

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Basket Case Catering ...where homemade cookin’ is served in handmade baskets THANK YOU FOR VOTING US

#3 BEST CATERER!

1st Curly’s

Best Karaoke 1st Curly’s 2683 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 8759800

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Sliderz Bar & Grill

Best Radio Show 1st 95Q 250 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-9595 www.95Q.com

2nd Aric Lee Show 3rd Busboom and Wolfe AND WBGL

2683 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 875-9800

2nd Woody’s 3rd Pop’s Place and Mom’s Place

Tracy Ferrill 4163 E. Emery Rd. Oreana, IL 62554 217-433-2175 basketcasecatering@gmail.com

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2nd Coney McKane’s 3rd Olive Garden

1st Texas Roadhouse 1155 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 876-7380

2nd Gin Mill 3rd Beach House

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company • State Farm Indemnity Company • Bloomington, IL

Best Sushi 1st Fuji

2nd Asia House 3rd Anna Thai

Best Tacos

Best Subs/Sandwiches 1st Head West 136 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 7916623 We offer dine-in and delivery with online ordering available. We also offer specialty subs, soups, salads and catering.

We have a fun and friendly laid back atmosphere. We strive to offer the best quality and freshness in our products and look for the best brands to partner with.

Readers’ Choice 2015

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4292 Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 8720600 www.decaturfuji.com

Best Steak

2nd Jimmy Johns 3rd Subway

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1st Burrito Truck 277 E. Pershing Road, Decatur www.decaturfuji.com

fresh pizzas, sandwiches, pita wraps, calzones, craft beers and good times.

Live music happening every weekend and open mic night every Wednesday.

When asked what sets us apart from other businesses, the answer would be our Calabrese style pizza. The Calabrese style pizza is a concept from Calabria, a region in southern Italy. We cater to guests’ different tastes by offering a wide array of vegetarian options, as well as plenty of choices for the meatatarians. We cater to each guests’ craft beer palate by offering multiple options of each beer type. We pride ourselves on quality of product and

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customer service. Overall it is a unique local pizzeria that focuses on the quality of the Calabrese style pizza, customer service, our guest’s individual tastes, rotating craft beer selection, personal interaction and supporting local artists/musicians.

2nd Panera 3rd Anna Thai

2nd El Rodeo 3rd Pacos Sol Bistro

Best Vegetarian Restaurant 1st Donnie’s Homespun Pizza 126 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 4244344 www.donnieshomespun.com Donnie’s Homespun Pizza is located near the campus of Millikin University and serves the Decatur community at large.

The kitchen is open every day serving

Thank You

Voted #1 Best New Restaurant In 2015!

Maroa 105 W. Main St. 217-794-2700

Mt. Zion 170 W. Debby Dr. 217-864-1691

PLUS ONE OF THE ING BEST BOWL ALLEY’S & BEST PIZZA DELIVERY!!

Moweaqua 200 S Main St. 217-768-3255

Thank You Decatur For Voting Us #1 Heating & Air Service (12 Years in a Row!)

Thank you Over 20 Years of Service - Quality Reliability - Honesty

www.airkinginc.com 250 E. Eldorado St. Decatur, IL

Decatur

Champaign

Bloomington

(217) (217) (309) 423-9949 355-1808 821-0111

Voted #1

Voted #1

Best Locally Owned Business

for Best Pies & Cakes and Best Desserts

Stop By! Great food- Inviting atmosphere And Local hospitality

Life is Short- Eat Dessert First!

Especially when it’s one of Flo’s pies!

Downtown At the corner of Prairie and N. Main • 100 E Prairie, Decatur, IL • (217) 475-1111

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Best Mexican Restaurant

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2nd Anna Thai 3rd Casa Fuentes

Best Pie/Cake

1st El Rodeo 4204 N. Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-7547

2nd El Corral 3rd La Guadalajara

Best New Restaurant (2015) 1st Crawfords Pizza and Pub 105 W. Main St., Maroa (217) 794-2700 170 W. Debby Drive, Mt. Zion (217) 864-1691 200 S. Main St., Moweaqua (217) 768-3255 crawfordspizza.com; crawfordespizza@gmail.com Matt and Hilary Crawford opened in Maroa in 2012. We offer dine–in, delivery and carryout. A full bar with a sports bar atmosphere that is still family friendly. Crawford’s pizza has something for everyone. Pizza and breadsticks to feed the family. Salads for lunch.

Sandwich and a beer to watch the game.

Mouthwatering wings. Our open concept allows us to easily seat large groups at all 3 locations. Moweaqua has 10 bowling lanes.

1st Coney McKanes American Eatery 104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur (217) 4751111 ConeyMckanes.com We are a full service family operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and cocktails.

Grandma Flo is 82 years young showing up six days a week, making her creme and fruit pies from scratch using her special recipe crust. And a daily variety of her fresh baked cookies is also on hand.

2nd Perkins 3rd Wildflour

holidays.

Our thin crust pizzas featuring quality ingredients and our signature special sauce served in a family friendly atmosphere by a great friendly staff.

1st Del Carmen’s East 221 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 428-5991 Delcarmenspizzaeast.com We are a small mom and pop pizzeria serving dine-in and carryout. Our menu contains pizza, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and soda. We serve lunch Monday through Friday and are open seven days a week, but closed most

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237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

Best Quick Lunch

Best Seafood

1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

1st Krekels

1st Red Lobster 997 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 875-3196 Redlobster.com Red Lobster offers sea-to-table quality seafood including fresh fish, crab legs, shrimp and live lobsters. We are home to our iconic cheddar bay biscuits, signature cocktails and the most anticipated event each year, Lobsterfest.

Our amazing team of employees sets us apart from the rest. They provide a great atmosphere for our guests to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family.

Best Romantic Dinner

2nd Beach House 3rd Fuji

1st Beach House

Best Soup

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

2nd Gin Mill 3rd Taproot

1st Panera 255 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 872-6435

4191 W. US 36, Decatur (217) 422-8800

2nd Allerton Mansion 3rd Younker House

Best Bingo 1st Majestic Hall 830 Illinois 121, Mount Zion, (217) 8643842 We host bingo sessions nine times a week. All proceeds support non-profit charities such as the local Lion's Club, several schools, show choirs and Booster Clubs.

Our reputation for fair and exciting games has been with us since we opened in 1993. We're always trying new games and exploring new innovations in gaming.

2nd Macon County Fairgrounds

Readers’ Choice 2015

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Fun

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

Best Bed and Breakfast

801 E. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 429-1122 2320 E. Main St., Decatur, (217) 423-1719 1355 N. Ill. 48, Decatur, (217) 326-1021 1340 N. Ill. 121, Mount Zion, (217) 864-5725 3727 N. Woodford St., Decatur, (217) 875-4044

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Best Salads

2nd Panera 3rd Texas Roadhouse

2nd Monicals 3rd Sloans Calzones

2nd Burrito Truck 3rd Jimmy Johns

Best Pizza

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Best Event Facility 1st Decatur Conference Center and Hotel

4191 W. US 36, Decatur (217) 422-8800

2nd Mount Zion Convention Center 3rd Beach House

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Evolved DJ

1st Scovill Zoo 71 S. Country Club Road, Decatur,(217) 421-7435

Best Live Entertainment 1st Decatur Celebration 2nd Sliderz 3rd Chill on the Hill

Best Place to People Watch 160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

Best Local Band/Musician 1st Third Shift 2nd Jesse Hite 3rd Rock of Ages

Best Karaoke

Best Place for a First Date

2683 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 8759800

2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

1st Decatur Celebration

2nd Avon Theater 3rd Overlook Adventure Mini Golf

1st Curly’s

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2nd Paco’s Sol Bistro 3rd Overlook Adventure Mini Golf

160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

Best Favorite Weekend Activity

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2nd Hickory Point Mall 3rd Wal-Mart

Best Place to Work 1st HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital 1800 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 464-2966 stmarysdecatur.com Founded in 1878 by three Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital is a 244-bed, all private room

THANK YOU FOR

VOTING – Beach house a favorite

Thank You!!

Thank You!!

Caterer | All around Restaurant | Seafood-Steak-Martini Best place for a first date | Fine Dining & Romantic Dinner Patio | Event & Banquet Facility

2301 Dr. 2 301 01 E. Lake Lak ake Shore Dr “It’ always “It’s a greatt day att the Beach House!” l

in Nelson Park on Beautiful Lake Decatur

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www.decaturbeachhouse.com • 217-422-7202

Dear Folk The Avon s: Theater w ill be 100 years old this year!

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Avon Theater “Head Honcho” Matinée Price $6.50 (All Shows Before 6 PM) ADULTS: $8.00 SENIORS (60 and up): $6.50 CHILDREN: (Under 12): $6.50 www.TheAvon.com 426 N. Water • Downtown Decatur

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health care facility that combines modern technology with the caring spirit of the original founders. St. Mary's offers a broad spectrum of comprehensive health services, including the latest diagnostic equipment, interventional cardiology, surgical and medical intervention, emergency medical care, outpatient radiation therapy, pain management and a sleep center. St. Mary's also offers a wide range of community education and wellness programs. The hospital also has both a unique intergenerational day services program and the community's only provider of hospital-based behavioral health services for all ages.

St. Mary's mission to reveal and embody Christ's healing love for all people through our high quality Franciscan health care ministry is what sets us apart from other businesses in the community. This coupled with our core values of respect, care, competence and joy make HSHS St. Mary's Hospital a great choice for your health care needs.

Best Pool Hall

Best Public Expo

1st Starship Billiards and the Enterprise Grill

1st Decatur Celebration

2nd Herald & Review 3rd Archer Daniels Midland Co.

2nd Bourbon Barrel 3rd Biggens Bar and Billiards

3015 Grand Prix Drive, Decatur, (217) 872-8882 www.starshipenterprisegrill.com; starship3015@comcast.net Captains log: stardate 362.2010.11.01.

On a recent planetary leave I sought a much needed earthly entertainment locale where I could relax and rejuvenate. I developed Starship and The Enterprise Grill and it offered the finest interstellar cuisine and cheer anywhere in the federation.

Entertainment also included billiards, darts, gambling and flat screens throughout. It was more fun than any Denebian slime devil roundup. In fact, I had such a hard time leaving I have already requested a return trip to this fantastic venue.

They offer exceptional customer service, large venue, ideal for Christmas parties, employee, retirement or birthday parties.

160 E. Main St, Decatur (217) 423-4222

2nd Farm Progress Show 3rd Bike Nite

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for them, helping them find things, from furniture to stoves to rare glass” She also said “Your business is not strange, it's unique. We can find forgotten items which reminds us of good times of childhood and youth.

2nd Greenwood Cemetery 3rd Lincoln Theatre

Best Resale Shop 1st LSA Resale Shop 421 E Cerro Gordo St, Decatur (217) 423-0122

2nd New to You Resale Shop 3rd Blessingdales Thrift Shop

Best Things to do at Celebration 1st Eat 2nd bands/music 3rd live entertainment

Best TV Show Best School Mascot 1st Mount Zion Braves Mount Zion High School, 305 S. Henderson St., Mount Zion (217) 864-2363

2nd Argenta-Oreana Bombers 3rd St. Teresa Bulldogs

1st Big Bang Theory 2nd Walking Dead 3rd Chicago Fire

Best Website 1st Facebook 2nd Herald & Review 3rd Brinkoetter

Best Shopping 1st Downtown Decatur 2nd Hickory Point Mall 3rd Von Maur

Best Strangest Place in Decatur

1st St. Louis, Mo. 2nd Chicago 3rd St. Louis, Mo. Cardinals game

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#1 RV Dealer

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Kitchen Remodeler

11 YEARS RUNNING

Thank You to Our Customers & Employees

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US 51 Maroa • 217-794-2292

Best Fish Fry 1st The Wharf 201 W. First Drive, Decatur, (217) 423-5450

2nd Disabled American Veterans 3rd Our Lady of Lourdes

Best French Fries 1st McDonald’s 4030 E. Boyd Road, Decatur, (217) 872-1974 969 W. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 422-8149 109 E. Lucile Ave., Forsyth, (217) 875-7913 3005 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 877-9259 2799 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 425-2980

1835 E. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 423-1775

Best Hot Dog

Best Fried Chicken

2nd Coney McKanes 3rd Chicago Dogs

1st The Wagon 2nd KFC 3rd Popeyes

Best Grocery Store 1st Kroger 1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur (217) 864-5031

2nd Aldi 3rd County Market, Grand Ave.

2120 N. Oakland Ave. • Decatur, Illinois 62526 • 217-877-2611 www.jjswartzco.com

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Best Liquor Store

1st University Dogs 1105 W. Wood St, Decatur, (217) 422-2288

1987 N. Jasper St., Decatur, (217) 429-2260

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2nd University Dogs 3rd Krekel’s

Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt

1st Friar Tuck 1085 U.S. 51 North, Forsyth (217) 875-1450

2nd Famous Wine and Spirits 3rd Decanter

Best Margaritas

1st Cherry Berry

1st El Rodeo

130 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 330-8573 2 509 E. Nelson Park Road, Decatur (217) 330-7676

4204 N. Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-7547

2nd Culvers 3rd Krave, Mount Zion

2nd El Corral 3rd La Guadalajara

Best Martini 1st Beach House

Best Horseshoe

Best Italian

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st Olive Garden

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

3795 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 877-7470

2nd Darcy’s Pint 3rd Doherty’s Pub and Pins

THANK YOU Decatur Community for voting

#1 Best Coffee! 5 years in a Row #3 Locally Owned Business

J.J. Swartz Co. Celebrating Over 95 Years of Serving Central Ilinois.

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2nd Gin Mill 3rd Taproot

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COFFEE CONNECTION

1575 N Water St, Decatur, (217) 429-3881 olgaapken1958@gmail.com I asked one customer what does she like about the shop. The answer was “We treat everybody as family, looking out

VOTED

422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com We offer a restaurant, bar, catering and waterfront dining.

We only focus on our business and family, striving to learn more and get a little better every day.

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2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217) 422-7202 Decaturbeachhouse.com

2nd Gin Mill 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

2nd La Gondola

Best Weekend Trip

1st Olga’s House of Stuff

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Best Candy/Nut Shop 1st Del’s Popcorn Shop 142 N. Merchant St., Decatur (217) 4290037 1345 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth (217) 791-6400 delspopcorn.com; delspopcorn.forsyth@gmail.com Del's Popcorn Shop is a local business that has a long standing relationship with the community. Serving popcorn and candy since 1934, we pride ourselves on giving our customers treats and service they can't find anywhere else.

We have a great staff that really focuses on the customers and providing them with exactly what they are looking for.

2nd Del’s Express 3rd Kirlin’s

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Best Chili 1st Paul’s Confectionary 999 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 428-6665 Small mom and pop, local, family owned diner for breakfast and lunch and still a cash only establishment.

We make our own from scratch chili, homemade ice cream in a friendly atmosphere where you are treated like family. Thank you all for the continued support for the last 70 years at this location.

2nd Steak N Shake 3rd Krekel’s

Best Coffee 1st Coffee Connection 2505 N. Main Street, Decatur, (217) 3308065 Decaturcoffeeconnection.com

Best Chicken Wings

2nd Starbucks 3rd Black Iron Coffee Co.

1st Buffalo Wild Wings

Coldest Beer

851 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 877-8370

2nd Wing Stop 3rd Wing Heaven

1st Decatur Brew Works 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

2nd Wharf 3rd Lock Stock and Barrel

Thank You Decatur Community for Voting Perkins Restaurant & Bakery #2 Best Pie/Cake

Best Craft Beer

www.wildflourartisanbakery.com Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe provides a taste of Europe in Central Illinois. We are a locally-owned, fullservice coffee shop, bakery and cafe.

Wildflour's baristas craft a variety of espresso-based drinks, as well as prepare gourmet loose-leaf teas, Italian sodas, and more. We bake onsite and from scratch, using only natural, clean-label ingredients, including real butter.

Our specialties include tarts, scones, and lemon bars. We also serve scratchmade soups, sandwiches, salads, spanakopita, and quiches daily.

Being a locally-owned small business, Wildflour is easily able to adapt to local tastes and demands. Our business evolved from a farmers' market stand to a small coffee shop to a bustling lunch spot, based on customers' requests. We strive to provide Decatur with "big city" options while maintaining a down-home atmosphere .

Wildflour fills a niche in the community as a venue for small-scale parties, bridal and baby showers. We also offer Englishstyle afternoon teas, complete with finger sandwiches and petite sweets.

Wildflour supports local artists and authors with free gallery space, open mic nights for poets and musicians, and meeting space for writers, knitters, and other artisans.

2nd Mowry Baking and Candy Co. 3rd Christie Schroth

2nd Donnie’s Homespun Pizza 3rd Brew House

1st Debbie’s Diner 1st Debbies Diner 1404 N. 22nd St., Decatur, (217) 423-4130

2nd Coney McKanes 3rd Blue Spoon

Best Donuts 1st Golden Glaze 2779 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 475-1828

2nd Dunkin Donuts 3rd Casey’s

154 Merchant St., Decatur, (217) 423-8323 2950 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 872-8282 1130 W. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 425-2755

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

Best Dessert

THANK YOU #1 FOR RESTAURANT 3 YEARS RUNNING! We wouldn't be here without all of you, so thank you for keeping it local!

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Best Diner

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

256 W. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-3300

2999 N. Monroe St., Decatur

2nd Dairy Queen 3rd Krekels

2nd Taproot 3rd Coney McKane’s

Favorite Beer

1st Wildflour

FOR VOTING US AS YOUR

104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur (217) 475-1111 ConeyMckanes.com We are a full service family operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and cocktails.

Grandma Flo is 82 years young showing up six days a week, making her creme and fruit pies from scratch using her special recipe crust. And a daily variety of her fresh baked cookies is also on hand.

1st Jimmy Johns

Best Cupcakes

1st Bud Light 2nd Blue Moon 3rd Miller Lite

Best Antique Shop 1st: Wabash Depot Antique Centre 780 E Cerro Gordo St. Decatur, (217) 233-0800 kimaukamp1@gmail.com We offer a full line of antiques and collectibles. Forty quality dealers offer a wide variety of antiques and collectibles of all eras in more than 10,000 square feet with layaway, credit cards and checks.

We are located in a restored 1901 Wabash train station and are listed on the national register of historic places.

Our dealers are dedicated and we provide professional attention to our customers. Open 7 days a week and most holidays.

2nd: Perfect Pair 3rd: Elwin Antique Mall and Raspberry Room Tea and More

Best Appliance Sales 1st: Dick Van Dyke 134 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Decatur, (217) 423-7424 www.appliance-world.com All we do is appliances, and we do them better than anyone else. “When you buy from us you get the whole store.”

We carry more than 40 brands of appliances, a free 5/10 year protection plan, factory trained service technicians and an in-store parts department.

2nd: Lowes 3rd: Menards

Best Battery Shop 1330 E. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 422-0281

1st Decatur Brew Works

2nd: Auto Zone 3rd: Wal-Mart

2nd Friar Tuck 3rd Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st Beach House 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, (217)

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carries a wide range of product from family riding to the serious enthusiast.

Spin City Cycles sets itself apart by simply treating people how we like to be treated. We love cycling and want to get more people out riding and spread the word on how fun it is. We, of course, sell bikes, accessories and provide service, but we also put on a lot of events. We host clinics, open houses, weekly rides and help put on some great organized rides throughout the year. There is also a reward program that lets you earn points on all your purchases from Spin City Cycles. Thanks to everyone who voted for us.

Best Cigar Store

2nd: Decatur Bicycle Shop 3rd: Fleet Feet Sports

2nd: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn 3rd: Decatur Gold and Coin

Best Bridal/Formal Wear 1st: David’s Bridal 2022 N. Prospect Ave., Champaign, (217) 359-2677 Southwest Plaza Shopping Center, 3201 S. Veterans Parkway, Springfield, (217) 5464462

2nd: Seno 3rd: Brass Horn

Best Butcher Shop 1st: Jeffrey’s Meat Market 135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A local owner meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

Best Camera Shop

Favorite Craft Beer 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

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Shopping

1st: Rexx Battery

Best Fine Dining 237 N. Main St., Decatur, IL (217) 330-6483 • www.solbistro.com

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1st Coney McKanes American Eatery

Best Delivery

2nd Monicals 3rd Crawford’s Pizza

In appreciation we would like to offer $2.00 off the purchase of a whole pie From 5/2/16 through 5/8/16

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Best Downtown Dining

1st Decatur Brew Works 101 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-8683

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1st: Best Buy 1450 Koester Road, Forsyth, (217) 8752418

2nd: Walgreens 3rd: Sams Club

1st: Goodfellas 160 N. Merchant St., Decatur, (217) 4226383

2nd: Smokers Den 3rd: Steam Engine Vape

whole lot more. We serve pizzas, subs and a wide variety of food while having a friendly courteous staff.

We go the extra mile for our customers.

We know their names and families. We strive for excellence.

2nd: Thorntons 3rd: Dollar General

Best Coin and Collectibles Shop

Best Electronics Store

1st: Decatur Coin & Jewelry

1st: Best Buy

104 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 423-0041

Best Convenience Store 1st: Casey’s General Store 290 S. North St., Argenta(217) 795-4715 mommamac48@live.com We are a convenience store plus a

1450 Koester Road, Forsyth (217) 8752418

2nd: B&C Television 3rd: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn

Best Family Owned 1st: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy 245 First Drive W., Decatur, (217) 4295165

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT Everyone at Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy & Colee’s Corner Drugs Appreciate your Loyalty 245 W. 1st Drive Decatur, IL Ph. 217-429-5165

845 Route 51 Forsyth, IL 217-330-9552

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Best Carpet Store Best Bicycle Shop 1st: Spin City Cycles 1088 W. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 4297746 www.SpinCity.com We are a full service bicycle shop that

1st: Carpet Weavers 1971 E. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 876-9800

2nd: Flooring America 3rd: Lowes

Open M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-5p Closed Sunday 2192 E Wood St, Decatur (217) 428 -1409 www.facebook.com/lindasmusiccenter w

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2nd: Coney McKane’s 3rd: Decatur Pool and Spa

Best Fitness Equipment Store 1st: Play it Again Sports 3004 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 872-2434 playitagainsportsdecaturil.com We are a locally owned store that buys and sells new and used sports equipment.

We carry the items other stores don't.

2nd: Fleet Feet Sports 3rd: MC Sports

to the community you serve. We are proud to have donated flowers to The American Red Cross Heroes Ball, American Diabetes Association Kiss A Pig Gala, and we offer our '2+10=12' event every fall to collect food for the WSOY food drive. These are just a few examples of our commitment to our local community.

2nd: Svendsen 3rd: Shirley’s Flower Shoppe

Best Fresh Produce 1st: Kroger 1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur, (217) 8645031.

Best Flower Shop 1st: Secret Garden 664 W. Eldorado St., Decatur, (217) 3628081 secretgardendecatur@gmail.com The Secret Garden is a full service flower shop. We offer fresh floral arrangements for all occasions, green and blooming plants and unique gifts including handmade items. With three Illinois Certified Professional Florists, we can create anything from the traditional to the latest trend.

At The Secret Garden we believe that to grow your business you need to give back

2nd: Aldi 3rd: Richland Community College Farmers Market

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service. Good’s Furniture is a family business that is locally owned and operated by third generation owner, Tim Druessel. Many of our employees have been serving our customers for more than 25 years, and that experience helps us connect with our customers and give them the outstanding attention that they have come to expect from Good’s Furniture. Good’s only carries quality furniture and mattresses that our customers can enjoy for many years.

Our free delivery service caters to the customer’s schedule. We deliver and set up the customer’s new furniture, and remove any old items free of charge. It’s this combination of quality furniture and outstanding service that creates the connection with our customers. We appreciate being voted best furniture store for the 12th year in a row and we will work hard to earn it again next year.

2nd: Slumberland 3rd: Ashley Home Storet

Best Furniture Store Best Garden Center 1st: Goods Furniture

1st: Farmer’s Market

1360 Koester Drive, Forsyth, (217) 4292441 Good’s Furniture has been serving Decatur and surrounding communities for over 60 years with quality home furnishings and outstanding customer

1805 N. Main St., Decatur, (217) 877-6356 We are a garden center that has been operating in Decatur for 30 years. We have learned what our customers want and we try to provide plants that not only they want, but plants that will do well in our area.

We are Decatur's best place to buy any garden plants because of the large selection and the quality of care we give our plants. We have a staff that have all been here at least 10 years to help customers with their plant selections.

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435 E. Ash, Decatur (217) 877-0700 920 West Town Center Blvd., Champaign (217) 366-0300 4100 Conestoga Dr., Springfield (217) 744-7711 www.flooringamerica.com

2nd:. Cedar Lake Garden and Gifts 3rd: Connie’s Greenhouse

Best Gift Shop 1st: Giggles

#1 BEST FLOORING STORE

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TASTE THE DIFFERENCE! Phone (217) 422-9463 215 North Main Street Decatur, IL

124 N. Merchant St., Decatur (217) 4751099.

2nd: Haines & Essick 3rd: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy

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Best Hardware store 1st: Kenney’s Ace Hardware 2880 Mount Zion Road, Mount Zion, (217) 864-9314

2nd: Menards 3rd: Ace Hardware

Best Health Food Store 1st: Country Nutrition 645 W. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 877-6466 Countrynutritionstore.com; cnutri@sbcglobal.net We are a retail store selling vitamins, supplements and health food We provide great customer service, as well as knowledge about how all our products could help encourage health lifestyles.

2nd: Mari-Mann Herbs 3rd: GNC

1818 Airport Plaza, Decatur (217) 8645031

2nd: Aldi 3rd: Kroger, Brettwood village

Best All Around Bar 1st Paco’s Sol Bistro 237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com We are a full service restaurant serving made-from-scratch American cuisine with a Southwest flair. We have two full bars and space available for larger groups as well as smaller reservations.

We have the absolute best staff in town (in our opinion). We have built a little family that cares about each other as well as every guest that comes in. We want people to experience great food, good music and great fun every time they visit us. After all, what’s life, without a little sol?

2nd Lock Stock and Barrel 3rd Wharf

Best All Around Restaurant

Best Hobby Store

1st Paco’s Sol Bistro

1st: Hobby Lobby

237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

1146 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth (217) 872-0936

2nd: Board Knight 3rd: JoAnn Fabrics

2nd Beach House 3rd Taproot

Best Jewelry Store

Best Alternative Bar

1st: Flora Gems

1st Lock Stock and Barrel

101 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 429-4111

2nd: Ray Eldridge Jewelry 3rd: E. Ryan Jewelry

Best Ladies’ Apparel and Accessories 1st: Von Maur 1350 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth, (217) 877-2499

2nd: Koh’ls 3rd: TJ Maxx

Best Grocery Store 1st: Kroger

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Best Lighting Store 1st: Menards 533 Market Drive, Forsyth (217) 877-8191

2nd: Dunker Electric Co. 3rd: Lighting Center

129 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 429-7411

2nd Paco’s Sol Bistro 3rd Decatur Brew Works

Best Appetizers 1st Paco’s Sol Bistro 237 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 330-6483 Solbistro.com; glo@solbistro.com

2nd Wharf 3rd Applebee’s

Best Asian/Chinese/ Japanese/Thai 1st Fuji Japanese Steakhouse 4292 Prospect Ave., Decatur, (217) 8720600 www.decaturfuji.com

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Best Breakfast Best Bakery 1st Wildflour 256 W. Main St. Decatur, (217) 422-3300 www.wildflourartisanbakery.com Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe provides a taste of Europe in Central Illinois. We are a locally-owned, fullservice coffee shop, bakery and cafe.

Wildflour's baristas craft a variety of espresso-based drinks, as well as prepare gourmet loose-leaf teas, Italian sodas, and more. We bake onsite and from scratch, using only natural, cleanlabel ingredients, including real butter.

Our specialties include tarts, scones, and lemon bars. We also serve scratchmade soups, sandwiches, salads, spanakopita, and quiches daily.

Being a locally-owned small business, Wildflour is easily able to adapt to local tastes and demands. Our business evolved from a farmers' market stand to a small coffee shop to a bustling lunch spot, based on customers' requests. We strive to provide Decatur with "big city" options while maintaining a down-home atmosphere.

Wildflour fills a niche in the community as a venue for small-scale parties, bridal and baby showers. We also offer English-style afternoon teas, complete with finger sandwiches and petite sweets. Wildflour supports local artists and authors with free gallery space, open mic nights for poets and musicians, and meeting space for writers, knitters, and other artisans.

2nd Golden Glaze 3rd Panera

Best BBQ 1st Hickory River Smokehouse 2330 S. Mount Zion Road, Decatur (217) 864-1864 www.hickoryriver.com

1st Blue Spoon 120 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 422-1111 We provide morning food made fresh and to order with good ingredients in a socially intimate dining room in the heart of Oakwood.

Our foods are prepared with love, in house and to order with fresh and local ingredients when available. The gravy that is on our delectable shoes is made with our exclusive sausage recipe and from scratch. We also make our pancakes, granola and cookies from scratch and in-house. We are also a cash only business because keeping money in Decatur is important to us.

2nd Cracker Barrel 3rd Debbie’s Diner

1st Decatur Brew Works

2nd Benny’s 3rd Krekel’s, Mount Zion

Best Butcher Shop 1st Jeffrey’s Meat Market 135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A locally owned meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

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801 E. Wood St., Decatur, (217) 429-1122 2320 E. Main St., Decatur, (217) 423-1719 1355 Ill. 48 North, Decatur, (217) 326-1021 1340 N. Ill. 121, Mount Zion, (217) 864-5725 3727 N. Woodford St., Decatur, (217) 875-4044

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1st: Friar Tuck

601 E.William St. Decatur, Illinois 62523

2nd: Famous Liquor 3rd: Decanter

2nd: Kohls 3rd: Von Maur

Best Locally Owned

Best Music Store

1085 U.S. 51, Forsyth, (217) 875-1450

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1st: Coney McKane’s 104 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur, (217) 4751111 We are a full service family run and operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dessert and cocktails. We have recently tripled in size and beautifully remodeled by owner's husband, Doug Stukins.

Ten family members currently participate in the daily operations. That's four generations! We're a close knit group. We do employ some nonrelatives but we aren't sure which ones they are.

Menu includes many homemade soups, desserts and dinner items like Flo's meatloaf special accented with her own sweet and sour dressing.

We love our customers and applaud the arrival of our evening dinners.

2nd: Dales Southlake Pharmacy 3rd: Coffee Connection

Best Mattress Showroom 1st: Slumberland 265 E. Ash Ave., Decatur, (217) 877-0900

1st: Linda’s Music Center 2192 E. Wood St., Decatur (217) 428-1409

2nd: GB’s 3rd: Best Buy

1st: Brass Horn 108 E. Prairie Ave., Decatur, (217) 4229112 brasshorn.com

1st: Jo-Ann Fabric 4298 N. Prospect St., Decatur (217) 8752082

Best Vape Store 1st: Steam Engine Vaping Co. 1691 W. King St., Decatur, (217) 330-7208

2nd: Spacin’ Vapors 3rd: Blono Smoke

Best Pawn Shop

Best Shoe Store

1st: Decatur Jewelry & Pawn

1st: Von Maur

1065 W. Pershing Road, Decatur, (217) 875-6625 940 N. Illinois 121, Decatur, (217) 864-3741

2nd: Decatur Coin & Jewelry 3rd: Pawn King

Best Pet Shop 1st: Petsmart 1460 Koester Road, Forsyth, (217) 8761392

2nd: Millie and Bo’s Barkery 3rd: Homeward Bound Pet Shelter

1350 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth, (217) 877-2499

2nd: Raupp’s 3rd: Fleet Feet Sports

Best Sporting Goods Store 1st: Play It Again Sports 3004 N. Water St., Decatur, (217) 872-2434 playitagainsportsdecaturil.com We are a locally owned store that buys and sells new and used sports equipment.

We carry the items other stores don't.

2nd: MC Sports 3rd: Scheels

Best Tanning Salon

Best Meat Market

Best Men’s Apparel and Accessories

Best Sewing Store

3rd: Blessingdales Thrift Shop

1st: The Decanter Fine Wine and Spirits

1st: Dale’s Southlake Pharmacy

2nd: Butcher Block 3rd: House of Meats

2nd: Jan Master 3rd: Family Home and Patio

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135 S. Oakland Ave., Decatur, (217) 7915498 Jeffreysmeatmarket44@gmail.com A locally owned meat shop with packaged product as requested. Fresh meat can be cut how customer requests.

We have fresh meat and smoked meat.

We have been in the swimming pool and spa business for more than 35 years, plus the knowledge of our staff totals over 100 years altogether

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2nd: Hobby Lobby 3rd: Stewarts Sewing

2nd: Goods Furniture 3rd: Lebeda

1st: Jeffrey’s Meat Market

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1st: Larry Paul Tanning Salon

245 First Drive W., Decatur, (217) 4295165

425 W. Eldorado St., Decatur (217) 422-2000 1198 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-2000 3156 N. Water St., Decatur (217) 876-7300

2nd: Walgreens Route 36 3rd: Kroger, airport plaza

2nd: Solar Tan 3rd: Solar Tan, Mount Zion

Best Pool and Spa Supplies

Best Tattoo Shop

1st: Decatur Pool and Spa 2540 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Decatur (217) 877-3488 Decaturpoolandspa.com; decaturpoolspa@yahoo.com We are a second generation swimming pool and spa store. Featuring above ground and in-ground swimming pools, spa, chemicals, parts and year round service available.

1st: Oakwood Tattoo 139 S. Oakland St., Decatur, (217) 7065110

2nd: Low Key Studios 3rd: It’s Just a Little Prick

Best Thrift Store 1st: LSA Resale Shop 421 E. Cerro Gordo St., Decatur (217) 423-0122

2nd: New Life Thrift Shop

215 N. Main St., Decatur (217) 422-9463 thedecatur@sbcglobal.net A big Thank You to our wine loving friends for your continued support.

We are Decatur's only fine wine shop with over 500 hand selected wines from all around the World. Our goal is always to help our customers find the right wine in the price range with which they are comfortable. Selecting wines can be intimidating and we want to help make the process as easy as possible.

We also have a nice selection of spirits, craft beers, cheeses, salamies, Bunn Gourmet Prime Aged beef and wine accessories. Our Gift Cards are very popular.

With wine tastings every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. it is easy to "Taste the Difference!"

We are locally owned and operated. With case discounts and a Rewards punch card there is simply no reason to shop elsewhere. We will even carry your purchase to your car.

2nd: Friar Tuck 3rd: Famous Liquor

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