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BEST OF SOUTHERN TRIAD 2011 raffle winnerS First Prize: Karen Bowman, High Point Second Prize: Pam Stafford, Kernersville Third Prize: Vicki Young, Greensboro Southern Triad

ABOUT BEST OF SOUTHERN TRIAD 2011: HOW ARE WINNERS CHOSEN? Businesses with the most votes won. Voting was open June 12-June 27. Anyone over the age of 18 could vote.

HOW ARE RAFFLE WINNERS CHOSEN? Readers who commented or voted for 35 or more categories were eligible to win prizes. Winners are drawn at random from eleigble ballots.

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Category 1: Food, Drink, Dining & Entertainment Best Appetizers: Outback

Best Chicken: Big Eds Chicken Pit

Best Dessert & Best Bakery: Sweet Shoppe

For the best munchies, our readers travel Down Under for hot wings, cheese fries, grilled shrimp on the barbie or Outback’s famous bloomin’onion.

With over 10 mouthwatering choices, every bite is just right! 260 East Parris Ave, High Point

Big Eds Chicken Pit would like to give a Big Thanks to our customers for 12 years of patronage from the local community for making our famous southern style chicken #1 in High Point. Please dine with us Tues-Sat. for our fresh Chicken Pot Pies, Meatloaf, House made sauce, and great cakes and pies made daily. 105 Peacjhtree Street, High Point, 869-7584

Founded by Jim and Helen Sloop, with sister and brother -in- law Ruth and Bud Atkins, the Sweet Shoppe Bakery remains family owned by Ken & Judy Cagle and their son Ken Cagle Jr. The Sweet Shoppe Bakery has been in business for 65 years, beginning as a wholesale doughnut shop.

Even though they still have the best doughnuts in town, they now carry a full line of scratch baked pastries, brownies, cookies, cakes, pies, decorated cakes and wedding cakes. They even offer delivery! Stop by and indulge your sweet tooth! Where every bite’s a delight is at 2008 N Centennial Ave., 882-8026.

Best Buffalo Wings: East Coast Wings With 75 flavors of wings, shrimp, boneless wings and chicken fingers plus Angus Beef burgers, wraps, oversized salads, falling off the bone ribs and sizzling fajitas, East Coast Wings & Grill has something for everyone and the wings are on top again this year. To find a location visit www. eastcoastwings.com

Best Coffee: Starbucks

At Starbucks we always figured that putting people before products just made good common sense. So far it’s been working out for us. Our relationships with farmers yield the highest quality coffees. The connections we make in communities create a loyal following. Stop in today to try a cup of our award winning coffee.

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3792 Samet Dr. High Point 885-4444 200 Westwood Ave. High Point 883-7441 10102 S. Main St. Archdale 431-7890 900 W Cooksey Dr. Food Lion Shopping Center Thomasville, NC 472-0469

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Best French Fries: McDonalds McDonalds proves again this year they are your favorite place to enjoy hot crispy fries. Popular with Americans for years, our High Point area McDonalds are community service oriented and customer service minded operations striving to do a great job everyday. Located on N. Main St., S. Main St., High Point, Westchester Dr., Mall Loop Road, John Gordon Road, Greensboro Road, N. Main St. & I-85 in Archdale, Randolph St., Liberty Drive & Wal-Mart, Thomasville.

Best Hamburger: Cookout Some people claim the burgers at Cook Out are as good or better than the ones you grill at home. They may be right! With a wide variety of choices and sizes, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sure to be something for everyone. Three locations to serve you-2420 N..Main St. & 2923 S. Main St., High Point; and Thomasville.

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Best Hoagies, Subs, Sandwiches: Subway We would like to thank the community for selecting us as having the Best Hoagie. WE strive to be part of the community by the building of relationships, customer service and through the many organizations that we support. We welcome the invitation for us to bring our SUBMAN mascot to your sporting event and school. Come and experience the Subway difference at one of our eight locations.

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A close-knit, family owned restaurant, Carter Brothers BBQ & Ribs offers a friendly, smoke free atmosphere, great food and even better service. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and home made desserts, this restaurant is sure to please. Located at 2305 N. Main St., High Point 869-9948 and 3802 Samet Dr., High Point 841-2241; 10210 N. Main

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Best Salad/Bar: Ruby Tuesday

Best Chinese Restaurant: Chu’s Express

Best Asian Restaurant: Thai Herb

Ruby Tuesday’s fresh garden bar features fresh veggies, cold crisp greens, premium cheeses and a variety of dressings. Fresh fruits, potato salad, olives, and croutons add the finishing touches. Make it your way and as much as you like. 1044 Randolph St., Thomasville, 475-4152; 7611 Thorndike Rd., Greensboro, 841-0066

For over twelve years, Chu’s has offered great Chinese food which locals come back for again and again. Chu’s Express also provides their award winning Chinese cuisine for take out or free delivery.

1116 Eastchester Dr., High Point, 884-8748; 1677 Westchester Dr. High Point 887-1177

Best Buffet: Pioneer

At Chick-fil-A of High Point, it is always our pleasure to serve you! It is our team’s daily goal to serve high quality delicious food in a timely manner and to create a welcoming family friendly environment.

Thank you for recognizing and acknowledging us in the HPE Area’s Best!

Considering Thai food an art that combines century old Eastern and Western influences harmoniously into one tasty Thai dish is the philosophy that has this restaurant winning the hearts and taste buds of our readers. If you would like to experience Authentic Thai food cooked by a chef with more than 20 years experience, consider yourself invited!

1116 Eastchester Dr. High Point.

Never skimping on quality, Pioneer Family Restaurant has been pleasing our readers and their customers for decades with their 90+ item buffet, salad & dessert bar. Once you’ve tried the fresh home cooked dishes and hand carved meat, you’ll understand why they were voted the best buffet in the area! Located at 10914 N. Main St., Archdale 861-6247

Best Caterer: Plain & Fancy Exquisite food beautifully presented has always been the signature of Plain & Fancy Caterers. Whether for dozens or thousands, the professionals at Plain & Fancy are experts in combining all the right elements for your individual special event. 3021 N. Main Street High Point, NC 869-4842

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Best Fast Food Restaurant: Chick-fil-A

Best Home Cooking Restaurant: Rainbow

We want to thank all of our customers for 30 years of great loyalty. We hope to continue serving you.

We appreciate you all very much. 1715 Westchester Dr. HP 336-889-3133 rainbowfamilyrestaurant.com

Best Italian Restaurant: Giannos

Enterprise readers chose Gianno’s pastas, stone oven pizzas, grilled items and salads as the Best Italian fare in our area once again. You can dine in or let them cater your next occasion. Gianno’s casual dining atmosphere invites you to relax and unwind. Come by today and enjoy their freshly prepared entrees. 1124 Eastchester Dr., High Point 885-0762

Best Lunch Restaurant: Nick’s Sub Shop If you’ve ever been to Nick’s and sunk your teeth into one of their mouthwatering subs, homemade pasta dishes or outstanding salads, you understand why they’re the top spot for lunch. Nick’s has been in business at the same location for over 20 years We offer a variety of classic subs, salads, and sandwiches, as well as Greek, American & Italian Dishes. 102 W Fairfield Rd # 101 High Point.

Best Iced Tea: Carter Brothers Most Southerners, natives or transplants love their iced tea regardless of the season. Every year it’s a close vote!

Overcoming stiff competition, Carter Brothers BBQ & Ribs Sweet Tea is your favorite. Just try a sip. You’ll be sold!

2305 N. Main St., High Point 869-9948 and 3802 Samet Dr., High Point 841-2241.

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Best Mexican Restaurant: La Hacienda

Best New Restaurant: Kozzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Best Romantic Restaurant: Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern

Over seventeen years ago La Hacienda became High Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Mexican restaurant. They are still High Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite today. If you ask our readers, La Hacienda serves up the most authentic south of the border entrees around including tacos and fajitas, LaHa offers chicken, beef, or vegetarian entrees with great salsa and guacamole. Four convenient locations: 2826-A S. Main St., High Point; 1116 Eastchester Dr., High Point; 1552-E Dixie Dr., Asheboro; and 1218 Bridford Pkwy, Greensboro.

Our mission is to provide you with the best quality ingredients & friendly service. All the food here at Kozzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grille is made fresh to order daily.

Offering the best in salads, subs,pitas and sandwiches, we are located at 1179 E. Lexington Avenue, High Point, NC in the College Village Shopping Center.336-885-6999

Most Romantic Restaurant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for that perfect place to bring your special someone, then look no further. Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern offers a comfortable, relaxing and aesthetically pleasing environment perfect for couples on their first date or those celebrating an anniversary. Whichever case it may be, Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern is the place to be for all of your romantic encounters!

Best Milkshake: Cookout Area readers have once again chosen Cookout as the place for the perfect milkshake. They may be right!

Their handspun milkshakes are made to order with fresh ingredients. With over 40 flavors to choose from, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sure to be something for everyone.Three locations to serve you-2420 N..Main St. & 2923 S. Main St., High Point; and Thomasville

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Good Time,â&#x20AC;? is being created by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bestâ&#x20AC;? in outdoor eating. Have â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bestâ&#x20AC;? time enjoying live music and dancing or a laid-back atmosphere of casual dining.

Hamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offers family friendly services and entertainment for any age. Our readers have chosen Hamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as their outdoor eating favorite. Located: 2001 N. Main St., High Point and 5840 Samet Drive, High Point.

Best Overall Restaurant: Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern

Best Overall Restaurant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern offers a wide variety of eclectic dishes, daily bar and food specials, ½ price wine on Wednesdays, live entertainment on Thursdays and the most pleasurable dining experience in High Point all at a reasonable price. Whether it is a romantic rendezvous, a special event in their private dining Room, cocktails with friends or dinner with family, Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern can meet all of your dining needs and Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much more!

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Best Outdoor Eating: Hamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Best Seafood: Skippers

Skipperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood has won the hearts of our readers by offering large portion sizes, a menu complete with a variety of homemade favorites and a list of daily specials that equal a win-win for local diners.

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Outback provides excellent service, great steaks and a fabulous bar in a laid back atmosphere where everyone can enjoy a taste of Australia.

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Best Breakfast: Carter Brothers

Best Child-Friendly Restaurant: Chick-fil-A

Best Apartment Community: Laurel Springs

Come on in. Make yourself at home. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll soon see why our readers have voted Carter Brothers Barbecue as the best restaurant for breakfast.

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a breakfast sandwich youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hankering for or a full breakfast plate, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to be disappointed at Carter Brothers, just satisfied.

Located at 2305 N. Main St., High Point 869-9948 and 3802 Samet Dr., High Point 841-2241.

Our readers have chosen Chick-Fil-A as the best place to take the kids. With a family friendly atmosphere and every childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite food â&#x20AC;&#x201C; chicken nuggets â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Chick â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fil-A is the perfect place to relax and enjoy some low stress family time. As an added benefit, their great kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meals are not only nutritious; they contain prizes designed to foster good values, and of course, to entertain. 2700 North Main St., High Point, 869-7280, and 3855 John Gordon Lane, 841-2382

If you are looking for quality and comfort and an apartment that meets your needs, Laurel Springs Apartment Homes is the place for you. Our readers are impressed by the various features and amenities they offer: a/c, cable ready, spacious closets, fitness center, laundry facility, swimming pool(s), play ground, and much more. Located: 1281 Old Plank Rd. High Point. (877) 362-0740

Best Wait Staff: Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern

When you dine at Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not just going for the great food or the excellent serviceâ&#x20AC;Ś well actually you are going for the excellent service!

The wait staff at Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern is outstanding!

Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re friendly, outgoing, competent and true pillars of the profession. Their high standard of service is noticeable from the moment you walk in till the moment you leave. So for your next outing, let the professional, courteous and friendly wait staff at Osoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern cater to your every need!

Best Restaurant in Archdale/Trinity: Pioneer

Have a taste for down-home Southern cooking?

At Pioneer Family Restaurant you can choose from a 90-item buffet, salad & dessert bar or fresh cut USDA Choice charbroiled steaks. Good service and great food in a family atmosphere will have you going back for more. Banquet rooms are available.

Daily specials offered for lunch and dinner.

Located at 10914 N. Main St., Archdale 861-6247

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brusterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on North Main Street would like to thank our loyal customers for voting us best ice cream in High Point.â&#x20AC;?

Brusterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has more than 140 recipes to choose from resulting in incredibly smooth ice cream made from real ingredients.

Every generous scoop is made in-house.

At any given time, we serve up to 24 flavors of ice cream, plus yogurt, sorbet, sherbet and Italian ices.

2011 North Main Street High Point, NC

Longhorn Steakhouse welcomes guests into a warm, relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of a Western rancherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home where friendly, attentive servers help guests unwind and savor a great steakhouse meal.

Known for its passion for grilling inspired by the American West, Longhorn proudly serves steaks, chicken and fish that are always fresh, never frozen.

Best Restaurant in Thomasville: Tville Diner Thomasvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best restaurant is modeled after a railroad dining car (which is what it originally was) and serves great home style meals, along with their popular daily specials. Owners Gary & Josh Hill also serve up fabulous chicken wings and desserts.

Arrive early for lunch if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to wait.

132 W. Main St., Thomasville 472-3322

We would like to thank our Loyal Golf Enthusiasts for Voting Oak Hollow the best golf course course in the Area and Blair Park as COME OUT 1st Runner Up. TO PLAY & For more information go to www.oakhollowgc.com (336) 883-3260

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High Point Bank has been serving the area for 106 years. They were voted the best in the area because they provide exceptional customer care, innovative products and services and the latest technologies to their customers. They offer a variety of financial products to meet their customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs, backed by their proven strength and stability in the community; plus their employees continue to strive for excellence in customer service and community volunteerism. From technological services like online banking to common sense products such as Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Club Savings, the Bank seeks innovative ways to serve its customers. With nine offices in High Point, Jamestown, Kernersville and Greensboro you are sure to find a location near you. For more information visit www.highpointbank.com or call 881.3400.

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Category 2: PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS Best Dance Studio: Dance Shop

Best Fitness Center: The Rush

Best Golf Course: Oak Hollow

The Dance Shop of Archdale has been a staple in the Archdale-Trinity community for over 25 years and was originally founded by Mrs. Debbie Roberts in 1977. The location at 241 Laura Ave in Archdale offers over 6000 sq feet of studio space, including 3 studio rooms, boys and girls locker rooms, student lounge, costume room, spacious lobby, and Starstruck Dancewear retail store. The Dance Shop proudly opened its second studio located in Asheboro at 1520A East Dixie Dr. in 2006. Please visit them online at www. thedanceshoponline.com formore information.

Discover The Rush in 23 locations in Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Visit The Rush near you and see why we are voted â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Clubâ&#x20AC;? year after year by the communities we serve.

As a member of The Rush, you will soon realize that where you work out does make a difference! 2620 N. Main High Point 889-6915

Steve High, club pro invites you and your friends to play Oak Hollow. This 18-hole championship course was designed by Pete Dye, and is ranked among the top public courses in the United States.

The course offers a challenging layout, excellent greens, well stocked pro shop, grill and a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Tee times are available on line. wwww.oakhollowgc.com Located at 3400 Centennial Ave., High Point 883-3260

Best Employment Agency: The Personnel Center Servicing all employment services from temporary to general placement, we specialize in warehouse, technical, secretarial, maintenance, light industrial, data processing, clerical and accounting. Come see why we were voted the best. (336) 841-6644 101 Neal Pl, #104, High Point, NC 27262

Best Funeral Services: Cumby The Cumby staff strives to offer the best possible service with care and compassion to families during their time of need. They believe that a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s final wishes should be carried out with dignity and respect. Cumby Family Funeral Service has two locations to serve you: 1015 Eastchester Dr., High Point 889-5045 and 206 Trindale Rd., Archdale 431-9124, as well as their new Life Tribute Center at Eastchester Drive.

Best Hearing Aid Service: HP Audiological

High Point Audiological has served Enterprise readers since 1984. Dr. Michelle Novakovich and the staff of High Point Audiological offer diagnostic testing for all ages, as well as hearing aid evaluation and dispensing. Their goal is to help their clients regain their ability to hear and communicate effectively. 1008 Hutton Lane, Suite 108, High Point; 884-5959

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Best Asian Restaurant: Thai Herb

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Best Lunch Restaurant: Nick’s Sub Shop

Best Appetizers: Outback Best Buffalo Wings: East Coast Wings Best Chicken: Big Eds Chicken Pit Best Coffee: Starbucks Best Dessert: Sweet Shoppe Best French Fries: McDonalds Best Hamburger: Cookout Best Hoagies, Subs, Sandwiches: Subway Best Hot Dogs: Dog House Best Ice Cream: Brusters Best Iced Tea: Carter Brothers Best Pizza: Sir Pizza Best Salad/Bar: Ruby Tuesday Best Bakery: Sweet Shoppe Best Breakfast: Carter Brothers Best Buffet: Pioneer Best Caterer: Plain & Fancy Best Bar-B-Que: Carter Brothers Best Chinese Restaurant: Chu’s Express Best Fast Food Restaurant: Chick-fil-A Best Home Cooking Restaurant: Rainbow Best Italian Restaurant: Giannos

Best Milkshake: Cookout Best Mexican Restaurant: La Hacienda Best New Restaurant: Kozzy’s Best Outdoor Eating: Ham’s Best Overall Restaurant: Oso’s Tavern Best Romantic Restaurant: Oso’s Tavern Best Steaks: Outback Best Seafood: Skippers Best Wait Staff: Oso’s Tavern Best Restaurant in Archdale/Trinity: Pioneer Best Child-Friendly Restaurant: Chick-fil-A Best Restaurant in High Point: Longhorn Best Restaurant in Thomasville: Tville Diner Category 2: People, Places & Things Best Apartment Community: Laurel Springs Best Bank/Credit Union: High Point Bank Best Dance Studio: Dance Shop Best Employment Agency: The Personnel Center Best Fitness Center: The Rush Best Funeral Services: Cumby Family Funeral Best Golf Course: Oak Hollow

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Best Hotel/Inn/Motel: Cou

Best Insurance Agency: Hig Best Movie Theater: Regal Best Pet Store: Petsmart Best Pharmacy: CVS

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Best Veterinarian: Northwo

Best Lawyer/Law Firm: Mc

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Best Assisted Living: Provid

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Best Resale & Consignment Store: Platos Closet Best Dry Cleaning/Laundry: A Cleaner World Best Floral Shop: Lazy Daisy Best Carpet Cleaning: Danny’s Carpet

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Best Antique Store: Vintage Antiques

Best Furniture Store: CAPA Furniture

Best Electronic Store: Best Buy

Best Garden Center/Nursery: Price Nursery

Best Internet Service: North State

Best Grocery Store: Harris Teeter

Best Flooring & Carpet Store: Elkes

Best Hardware Store: Beason’s Hardware

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Best Gifts & Collectibles Store: Christie’s Hallmark Best Heating & Air Service: Eanes Best Hair Salon: Hair Kutts Best Gas Station/Convenient Store: Sheetz

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Best Pool & Spa Store: B&H Pool & Patio Shop Best Jewelry Store: Simon Best Motorcycle/ATV Dealer: Polarius Best Mattress & Bedding Store: Mattress Firm

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Best Tire Store: Beamer Tire

Best Nail Salon: Premier

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Best Financial Planning: High Point Bank

Best Office Supply Store: Office Depot

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Best Massage Therapy: About Face

Best Self Storage: Quality Storage

Best Auto Repair Shop: Hayworth

Best Tanning Salon: The Tan Line

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Best Automobile Dealer: Vann York

Best Used Car Dealership: Vann York

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Best Beauty/Day Spa: About Face

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Best Bicycle Shop: Bicycle Toy & Hobby

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Best Bookstore: Barnes & Noble

Photographer: Studio 104

Best Cellular Phone Company: North State Communications

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Best Clothing Store: Belk

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Best Custom Decor: Design’s by Wayne

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Best Hotel/Inn/Motel: Courtyard Mariott

Best Movie Theater: Regal Cinemas:Palladium

Best Pharmacy: CVS

No wonder why Enterprise readers voted Courtyard Marriott as the best hotel with 99 amenity-packed rooms with free wi-fi access, indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, 55 seat meeting room and now being remodeled to add a Bistro serving breakfast and dinner, a Starbucks and a Go Board. They have also been the winner of Courtyard Marriottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top honor. So rest assure, staying at Courtyard Marriott in High Point is a great choice. 1000 Mall Loop Road, High Point; 882-3600

High Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest all-stadium seating theater features 14 wall-to-wall screens, state-of-the-art DOLBY and DTS DIGITAL sound systems, luxury high back rocking seating. The theater features a gourmet concession line up. Guests can log on 24 hours a day to condolidatedmovies.com for show times, tickets and information.

CVS offers convenient pharmacy services along with health and beauty products, photo developing, and seasonal products. Their convenient pharmacy drive through is a big plus with many area readers.

The friendly professional staff keep their customers coming back. Eight area locations in High Point, Archdale and Thomasville to serve you.

Best Pet Store: Petsmart

Best Place for Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Birthday Party: Putt-Putt

Best Insurance Agency: High Point Bank

HPB Insurance Group, A High Point Bank Company works with you to identify the insurance services that are right for you, your family or your business.

They partner closely with top rated insurance carriers to provide you the best coverage and strive to provide exemplary customer service. Their success is a result of the exceptional service and sound insurance advice they provide with locations in High Point, Greensboro and Kernersville. For more information visit www.hpbinsurance.com or call 881.3500

When you need something for your family pet, you can count on Petsmart to have it. From pet food and supplies to pet training, grooming or boarding, Petsmart has you covered. They have the answers to your questions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Petsmart. 365 Eastchester Dr., High Point; 887-0525

Birthday parties are just so much fun at Putt-Putt Golf and Games. In addition to the rounds of miniature golf, they also have the game room to keep kids busy in case thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bad weather. Fresh pizza, ice cream and birthday cake round out the festivities.

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Best Place to Take a Date is: Outback Okay Mates. The best steaks around are found Down Under – at Outback, that is. Cooked to order they are sure to have you coming back for more. Outback provides excellent service, great steaks and a fabulous bar in a laid back atmosphere where everyone can enjoy a taste of Australia.

260 E. Parris Ave, High Point, 885-6283

Best Real Estate Company: Price & Assocaties Ed Price and Associates, locally owned and operated has been assisting our customers for over 9 years. With over 85 agents and 4 offices in the Triad, we are able to serve you with commercial, New Home Communities and all of your residential real estate needs. Thank you Triad!

Best Retirement Community: Pennybryn Pennybyrn at Maryfield is your local Triad retirement community offering assisted living, independent retirement living, and nursing home care in the Greensboro and High Point NC area. You don’t have to wash dishes, mow grass, or even pay taxes. Instead, create the lifestyle of your choice, filled with friends, laughter and spontaneity. Pennybyrne is located at 109 Penny Road, High Point. Just call 821-4050 to schedule your personal tour today!

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Best Veterinarian: Northwood Does Buster have the blues? If so, you may want to take him in to see Dr. Zielinski and his helpful staff at Northwood Animal Hospital. Voted â&#x20AC;&#x153;Top Dogâ&#x20AC;? by our readers, Northwood Animal Hospital offers a full-service veterinary medical facility. The professional and courteous staff at Northwood Animal Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for their highly-valued patients. They are located at 507 Eastchester Drive, High Point. 887-2606

Best Lawyer/Law Firm: McAllister

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The McAllister Firm, PLLC is committed to providing exceptional legal services in a personal, effective and cost-efficient manner. A clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trust in us is a sacred trust to us. The firm offers legal services for a wide range of personal and corporate needs, including civil and criminal litigation, business and corporate law, mediation, personal injury, wills and estates, estate planning and administration, and domestic relations. We are located at 201 Neal Place High Point, NC 27262 Phone (336) 882-4300 (behind Longhorn Steakhouse)

Best Doctor - Family Practice: Emerywood Medical Specialties

The Internal Medicine and Rheumatology group of physicians at Emerywood Medical Specialties are our readers choice when it comes to their health. They have been providing comprehensive health care to patients aged 18 and older since 1978. Dr. Kevin L. Burns, Dr. Warren G. Gallemore, Dr. Robert M. Gay, Jr., Dr. Nelson E. Pollock are the board certified physicians and Patricia Doyle, PA is the certified physician assistant that make this practice special.  A Cornerstone Health Care Practice located at 810 Lindsay St., High Point; 802-2060

Best Doctor - Pediatrician: Dr. Bardelas If you are looking for relief from allergies and asthma then J. A. Bardelas, MD is the doctor to see. He specializes in adult and child asthma and allergies. Dr. Bardelas is certified by American Board of Allergy & Immunology. You can find Dr. Bardelas at Allergy & Asthma Center of N.C. 100 Westwood Ave., High Point; 883-1393 and 104 E. Northwood St., Greensboro; 373-0936

Best Hospital: High Point Regional

Having provided Health Care Services in our community for more than 10 decades, readers chose HPRHS as the best Hospital. Their mission has been to provide exceptional health services to the poeple of our region. This year they are proud to be one of the Top 50 Heart Hospitals in the Nation, and the only one in North Carolina. High Point Regional Hospital offers 384 private beds for medical and surgical patients and has its foundation in six primary service areas: Carolina Regional Heart Center, The Hayworth Cancer Center, The Neuroscience Center, The Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center, The Emergency Center and The Piedmont Joint Replacement Center. Located at 601 N. Elm St., High Point; 878-6000. www. highpointregional.com *Our vision* is to be the best health care organization in everything we do â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the best place to receive care, the best place to work and the best place to practice medicine.

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Best Mortgage Company: High Point Bank

Best Assisted Living: Providence Place

Best Photography Studio/Photographer: Studio 104

High Point Bank believes that buying your first home or your dream home is a very important milestone in life. That is why they have a dedicated staff to assist you. They offer convenient mortgage loans at very attractive rates. Both fixed and variable rates are available with terms to fit your financial needs. Visit one of their local offices to discuss your options.

Located on Main St. and on Westchester Dr. in High Point and in Kernersville. Contact them at 881-3400

Providence Place offers a wide range of living opportunities for seniors in a caring, Christian environment. Facilities include Westchester Village Independent Living; Westchester Manor Health and Rehabilitation; two memory care centers; and Westchester Harbour, a new state-of-the-art Assisted Living Center. 1701 Westchester Drive In High Point.

888-4560 www.providenceplacenc.com

STUDIO 104 celebrates the fine art of photography with a simple, elegant portrait style. They specailize in capturing the spirit of life through children and familes. Come meet Rick Gibbons and Doug Peninger PPA certified photographers. They are located on 3710 N. Main Street High Point 8837104

Best Continuing Education: GTCC

Best Chiropractor: Stroud Chiropractic

Voted the readers choice for Continuing Education, GTCC is is the third largest Community College in North Carolina and operates from three campuses; the main campus in Jamestown at 601 High Point Road, the High Point Campus, 901 South Main Street, the Greensboro Campus at 3505 East Wendover Avenue, and two centers; the T. H. Davis Aviation Center at 260 North Regional Road, Piedmont Triad International Airport and the Small Business Center, 207 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro

Jimmy Tomlin has been a consistent award-winning feature writer for The High Point Enterprise for more than 20 years. For many of those years, he drew additional reader attention with weekly humor columns, some that also won awards. A University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill graduate with a B.A. in journalism, Tomlin was a reporter for two years and feature editor for four years for his hometown newsaper, the Statesville Record & Landmark before joining the Enterprise. Tomlin, whose non-work interest include â&#x20AC;&#x153;all sports, especially volleyball,â&#x20AC;? music and photography is a genuine people-person who for more than a decade has led the fundraising effort to buy Christmas presents for children of parents living with HIV-AIDS.

The staff at Stroud Chiropractic helps patients get rid of pain without surgery or drugs and emphasizes personalized, natural treatment with the latest tools in Chiropractic Technology. This philosophy has earned them the favorite among our readers this year. Dr. Stroud is located at 3204 Archdale Road.

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Best Reporter/Tv Personality: Shannon Smith / cindy Farmer The readers (and viewers) have spoken and their favorite reporter & tv personality was a tie between local FOX 8 personalities Shannon Smith & Cindy Farmer. Combining local news content with entertaining feature stories have earned this dynamic duo top ratings with the residents of Greater High Point!

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Best Resale & Consignment Store: Platos Closet Short on cash? Platos pays cash on the spot for your gently used spring, summer, fall and winter clothes that are in style and in great condition. They buy and sell gently used clothes, shoes and accessories for teens and twenty somethings and are located at 274 Eastchester Dr. 905-7344

Best Carpet Cleaning: Danny’s Carpet Oh No! Red wine on the new white carpet? Paw prints on the foyer rugs? Hightraffic stains down the hallway? Have no fear, Danny’s Here! Danny’s Carpet Cleaning Services has won “ Best Carpet Cleaning Service!” Our readers believe that Danny’s knows how to get it clean! Don’t let those stains and spills stress you out! Give Danny’s a call at: 336-431-6776 Located: 108 Ashworth Ct., Trinity.

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Eanes Heating & Air provides exceptional service on all types of home comfort systems – any brand – any model! We’re proud to feature Carrier products and offer new High Efficiency System installation incentives everyday, including up to $500 in 2011 Federal Energy Tax Credits and Local Utility Rebates up to $400!

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Best Antique Store: Vintage Antiques Are you looking for that time-less accent piece or special collectors item? Look no further. Antique & Vintage Furnishings has been awarded “The Best” antique store by our readers. Whether you are searching for classic style, vintage appeal, or that antique flavor, Antique & Vintage Furnishings is your place to shop. Located: 658 N. Main St. High Point. 336-886-5126

Best Electronic Store: Best Buy Basing their business promises on the single notion that “technology should serve people, and not the other way around,” makes Best Buy “The Best” store when buying electronics. Their customer-driven attitude allows our readers to purchase technology that lives up to it’s promises. Located: 410 Four Seasons Town Ctr., Greensboro

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Best Internet Service: North State Communications

Get on the Nation’s Fastest Mobile Broadband Network with AT&T through North State Communications. Our readers depend on NSC for the latest in high tech phones and on their network of support staff to provide excellent service.

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Best Flooring & Carpet Store: Elkes

Best Gas Station/Convenient Store: Sheetz

Best Mattress & Bedding Store: Mattress Firm

The Elkes family have proudly served High Point since 1969. With the largest selection of beautiful, stylish carpet on sale, plus brand-name hardwood flooring, laminate and tile, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find everything you need to make your home look its best - all at great low prices. They are located at 1585 Gable Street, High Point.

Above all else, Sheetz is about providing kickedup convenience while being more than just a convenience store. Sheetz is a mecca for people on the go. If you need to refuel your car or refresh your body they have what you need to keep you moving on to whatever comes next. Sheetz is open 24/7/365. Even on Christmas day. Stop by and visit one of our local stations. NC 68 in High Point, Finch Farm Rd.- Trinity, and our new location coming soon to Archdale.

Visit any of our 12 area locations and start sleeping better tonight. Mattress Firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knowledgeable sales associates help you choose from a broad selection of all the best brands at all the best prices. Mattress Firm Save Money. Sleep Happy.Visit our store on 2117 N. Main Street High Point 887-3476

Best Gifts & Collectibles Store: Christieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hallmark Christieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hallmark is a Gold Crown store offering a wide variety of Hallmark items including greeting cards, stationery, invitations and party supplies.

They also offer a tremendous selection of Yankee Candles, Vera Bradley, Crocs, Ornaments, handpainted wine glasses and stoppers, even jewelry, PURSES and sandals.Christies is located in the Oak Hollow Mall. 885-0410

Best Pool & Spa Store: B&H Pool & Patio Shop With over 40 years in the pool industry, B & H knows how to service and to satisfy their customers and have been chosen as the best place to get a pool or pool supplies.From pool service and installation .... to chemicals and accessories ... in the mind of our readers, nobody does it better!

Visit them today at 201 West Market Center Dr. High Point. 841-3222

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Best Financial Planning: High Point Bank

When planning for the future our readers selected High Point Bank as their favorite place to get help. Since 1905 High Point Bank & Trust Company has helped generations of families, businesses and organizations plan for their future. They provide objective asset management you can rely on to grow and protect your financial assets now and into the future. Contact them at 336-8813600 or www.highpointbank.com

Best Massage Therapy: About Face High Point Enterprise readers have chosen About Face as the best place for a day of relaxation and pampering. Established in 1978, About Face provides skin care and day spa services that are usually only found in larger cities and resort areas. Owner Todd Poovey offers Chanel, Clarins, SkinCeuticals, and Orlane products, in addition to the popular BareEssentials cosmetics. About Face also carries several exclusive accessory lines, such as Longchamp bags and Simon Sebbag jewelry, as well as the best in fragrance and bath-and-body lines. 1107 N. Main St., High Point 889-0400, aboutfacedayspa.com

Best Auto Repair Shop: Hayworth Having vehicle trouble? Head over to “The Best” Auto Repair place around: Hayworth Auto Repair. They specialize in all types of auto repair as well as drive-ability problems. They are family-owned, Christian based, honest and reliable. Our readers find those qualities pleasing and have voted Hayworth Auto Repair as their winner! Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-5:30. Located: 4211 W. Lexington Ave., High Point.

Best Automobile Dealer: Vann York Vann York started selling Pontiacs in High Point 35 years ago. They now sell ten different brands at four different locations. Even though they have grown, their focus remains unchanged. Vann York is about building relationships that last with their customers, their employees, and their community.

422 Eastchester Dr. High Point, 336-841-6200 www.vannyorkauto.com

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Best Bookstore: Barnes & Noble

Barnes & Nobles is your choice as the place to pick up that new novel or magazine. This chain is known for its vast selection and great service. Come by to browse, for the children’s programs, or to have a coffee and relax.

906 Mall Loop Rd., High Point, 886-1331.

Best Cellular Phone Company: North State Communications Get on the Nation’s Fastest Mobile Broadband Network with AT&T through North State Communications. Our readers depend on NSC for the latest in high tech phones, and on their network of support staff to provide excellent service.

NSC has many convenient locations in High Point, Thomasville, Archdale and Randleman. Call 336-886-3600or visit northstate.net

Best Clothing Store: Belk With a wide variety of merchandise from clothing to cosmetics and jewelry, and even housewares, Belk has it all. They are noted for their selection, quality and sales.. Belk offers their customers a free box to go, alterations, gift registry, hassle-free return policy and more. Belk at Oak Hollow Mall, 921 Eastchester Drive, High Point, 884-8512

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Best Beauty/Day Spa: About Face Whether you need a facial, massage, manicure, pedicure, or one of our other wonderful services, our trained, licensed technicians will work their magic to give you the best in spa therapy. Located on 1107 N.Main Street in High Point our trained, licensed specialists will tend to your every need. Whether it is a half-hour massage to ease tense neck muscles, or an entire day of escape from stress, we can find the treatment package that is right for you.

Best Bicycle Shop: Bicycle Toy & Hobby Driving down Main Street you can’t miss biggest bicycle in High Point. A local landmark, the bicycle marks the spot for the area’s favorite bicycle dealer. For over 80 years Danny and Dolly Jennings and family have provided Trek bikes , as well as offering service on everything they sell - bicycles, mopeds, scooters, and schwinn fitness equipment. They also have accessories and cycling apparel.

Bicycle Toy & Hobby Sales, 2000 N. Main St., High Point, 889-BIKE.

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Best Custom Decor: Designs by Wayne

Best Dry Cleaning/Laundry: A Cleaner World

Best Garden Center/Nursery: Price Nursery

Thank you High Point Area for naming Design By Wayne LLC the â&#x20AC;&#x153;areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best custom decoratorâ&#x20AC;? We want to continue â&#x20AC;&#x153;bringing our best to our High Point community.â&#x20AC;? Come to see us.

For 42 years, A Cleaner World has taken pride in providing the best quality dry cleaning in High Point. Established in 1969, today ACW provides shirt laundry and alterations, as well as high quality carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning They also go the extra mile in giving the best customer service possible. Five High Point area locations to serve you: 1530 N. Main St., 2517 S. Main St., 2527 Eastchester Dr., 1103 Eastchester Dr.; 102 W. Main St., Jamestown; 801 Julian Ave., Thomasville.

Price Nursery; the Triadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BEST kept secret for your garden and landscape needs! Offering a full array of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, fountains, pottery and garden gifts. We also offer licensed landscape and hardscape contractor service.

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Best Daycare Center: Fairfield Enrichment

Fairfield Enrichment Center was established in 1994.

They are a family owned and operated facility and have grown from 68 children to 145 children in two programs. The Child Care Center offers Preschool and Child Care services for children between the ages of six weeks and five years of age. FEC is located at 1307 East Farifield Rd. High Point. 434-1529

Best Department Store: Belk Belk offers the brand names and quality our readers look for when shopping for menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing. Their sales associates share this commitment to providing customers with style and quality at smart prices. Shop Belk today and learn why our readers chose them as High Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite.

Belk is located at Oak Hollow Mall,921 Eastchester Drive, High Point, 884-8512.

Best Floral Shop: Lazy Daisy

Lazy Daisy proudly serves the High Point area, offering unique arrangements created from the finest materials. Friendly prompt service and area deliveries make Lazy Daisy your choice for the Best Florist in town! 106 Rockspring Road, High Point, 889-2800

Best Furniture Store: CAPA Furniture Thinking of re-decorating the guest room, or upgrading the living room? Capa can help you with your decorating needs. Chosen as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Furniture Store,â&#x20AC;? by our readers, Capa offers various styles to suit even the most extravagant taste. Call Capa today and start designing your furniture dreams.

336-885-9999. Located: 319 N. Main St., High Point.

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Harris Teeter continues to provide the finest grocery shopping experience around. The large bakery/deli department with fresh baked goods, experienced butchers in the meat department, and a large wine selection are just a few reasons our readers love Harris Teeter. They now offer an extensive salad bar, Starbucks and pharmacy to complete your shopping experience. Their friendly staff work to help make your shopping experience even more enjoyable.

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Best Hardware Store: Beasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hardware Beeson Hardware has been providing hardware and lumber for residential, commercial and industrial customers for over 100 years. Beeson Hardware services our customers through our four divisions; Hardware & Lumber, Industrial Products, Contract Hardware and Decorative Hardware & Plumbing.

Come visit us at 201 Sheffield St. High Point 821 2100 or www.beesonhardware.com

Best Heating & Air Service: Eanes Eanes is a customer driven company that strives to maintain a tradition of excellence by making their products and services beneficial, accessible, and affordable. Our readers are truly satisfied with the services that Eanes provides, and have chosen them â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bestâ&#x20AC;? in Heating & Air Services. Eanes provides quick response time and a positive experience to customer service calls and are proud to do the job right the first time. Located: 328 Burton Ave., High Point. 336-883-3903

Best Hair Salon: Hair Kutts Our readers chose Hair-Kutts as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bestâ&#x20AC;? hair salon around. These ladies have â&#x20AC;&#x153;cutâ&#x20AC;? the competition by using their superior techniques. From classic-elegance to extreme-chic in cuts, color & styling, Hair-Kutts offers a wide variety of style to suit any personality. Come by and experience the newest technique, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Feather Locking,â&#x20AC;? and receive a generous THANK YOU from the hair artist at HairKutts for allowing them to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE BEST.â&#x20AC;? Located: 2620 N. Main Street, High Point.

Best Jewelry Store: Simon Jewelers Simon Jewelers is proud to have the opportunity to serve such a wonderful community. We strive to provide a professional experience through our extensive selection of jewelry and time pieces and our array of repair and design services. 1345 N. Mian Street, High Point 887-9394.

Best Motorcycle/ATV Dealer: Polaris

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Polaris of High Point offers a great selection of ATVs for work or play and is also the local distributor for Victory motorcycles. the. Stop by their newly renovated showroom today to see the latest models.

2924 N. Main St., High Point, 882-2900

Best Nail Salon: Premier

The staff at Premiersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nail would like to thank everyone that voted. THANK YOU TRIAD! 3700 North Main Street Suite 110 High Point 887-5565

Best Office Supply Store: Office Depot

Desks, pens, computers, binders, software, paperâ&#x20AC;Ś.

The inventory list at Office Depot is immense.

Fortunately, the friendly staff can help you locate whatever you need for home, school or office.

Taking care of business has never been easier or more affordable. Located: 274 Eastchester Dr., High Point, 869-8744; 3900 Brian Jordan Place, High Point, 841-4020.

Best Self Storage: Quality Storage

Best Tanning Salon: The Tan Line

For the last 14 years Ricky, Lori, and the staff of the Tan Line have been committed to providing the best possible tanning experience for their customers. They offer state-of-the-art tanning beds, UV-free airbrush tanning, and a wide selection of tanning products.

Visit them to discover why they are once again our readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; favorite tanning salon.

2705 North Main St., High Point, 887-2500

Best Used Car Dealership: Vann York Vann York started selling Pontiacs in High Point 35 years ago. They now sell ten different brands at four different locations. Even though they have grown, their focus remains unchanged. Vann York is about building relationships that last with their customers, their employees, and their community.

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For those of us with too much stuff, Quality Self Storage is the answer. They even offer two different ways to store your belongings. They offer regular storage units for things you would store in a garage or attic. The second option is temperature controlled storage, perfect for fine furniture, records, art or antiques. Call Quality today and learn why they are our readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; choice for areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best storage. Located: 2629 N. Main, High Point. 336-869-7615

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