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4 READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 Publisher Ed Choate e ditor Elizabeth Ridenour l ayout and d esign Joshua Cagle Writers Cathy Spaulding Ronn Rowland a dvertising d irector Brenda Adams a dvertising s ales e xecutives Angela Jackson Kristina Hight Therese Lewis readers’ choice is a publication of the Muskogee Phoenix. 214 Wall Muskogee,StreetOK74401 Phone: (918) 684-2828 email: (918)Addressprohibited.contentReproductionnews@muskogeephoenix.comoruseofeditorialorgraphicinanymannerwithoutpermissionisadvertisinginquiriesto684-2804. MUSKOGEE muskogeephoenix.com Features 10 17 Whitney LLamas Roughneck Roofing 31 snoW king on the cover Illustration by Joshua Cagle 2022 E di T ion VOTESTHEARE IN 2022 MUSKOGEE muskogeephoenix.com
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Finalists: Civitan Club, Soroptimist International of Muskogee best community event c hi L i c ook- o ff. This is one of the biggest events in Muskogee that draws contestants and tasters from all over the region. Money raised goes toward helping children.
Finalists: Firstar Bank, Queen City + Co. muskogee’s most iconic business c het’s d airy f reeze. Chet’s has been a staple in Muskogee for about 75 years. Lots of memories made at this popular establishment.
We asked you to choose the best of the best in the Muskogee area. Whether it’s the best burger, people, dealerships or one of the other more than 199 categories, you voted. Here are the results.
Finalists: Hoopes Hardware, Inc., MyPlace Bar-BQ- West best laW office w right, s tout and w i LB urn. If you are in need of knowledgeable lawyers who can assist you with a variety of legal needs, this office is the place to call.
Finalists: Hammons Hamby & Price, Hayes Law Office best local band Maddie k . Music, M usician. Maddie is a favorite local and area singer/songwriter/musician.
BeSt auto best auto body shoP t hree r i V ers a uto c o LL ision. Three Rivers Auto Collision will have you and your vehicle back on the road in no time with friendly, quality service. Finalists: Port City Body Shop, Collision Center of Muskogee best auto detail store t hree r i V ers a uto c o LL ision. Looking for a clean car? Look no further than Three Rivers Auto Collision. Finalists: Polish to Perfection, Dr. T’s best auto glass tinting t he t int s ho P / t int Lady. This is not the first time The Tint Shop/ Tint Lady has taken home this honor and for good reason — a proven track record. Finalists: Certified Audio & Security (Ace’s), Reaction Wraps & Graphics
Finalists: Sitting Guitar, American Bank of Oklahoma best Place to take a date aP ex c ine M a — Muskogee. Looking for thrillers or romance, Apex Cinema features some of the best current movies available.
Finalists: Shirley Hilton-Flanary, Gay Parker best civic club Muskogee e xchange cL u B . The Exchange Club of Muskogee works hard all year to help fund organizations that help Muskogee’s children.
Finalists: Muskogee Public Schools, Fort Gibson Public Schools
Finalists: Oklahoma Festival of Ballooning, Symphony in the Park best manufacturing g eorgia-Pacific. GeorgiaPacific announced plans earlier this year to upgrade areas of its 640-acre bath tissue, towel and napkin manufacturing operations in Muskogee. Finalists: Wheeler Metals, Dal-Tile most friendly business in muskogee c hick-fi L a . Not only is the food top-knotch, but the service and employees can’t be beat.
Finalists: Hayseed Band, Roy Weathers Band best Painted guitar art f irstar Muskogee.
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Finalists: Firstar Bank, Hollywood Hair Salon & Nails best school sPirit h i LL da L e Pu BL ic s choo L s. Hilldale Hornets aren’t afraid to show their school spirit!
Special categorieS best boss Lance Bowden. Lance Bowden employees’ are proud to work for Muskogee’s best boss!
Finalists: The Break, Bricktown Brewery best Place to take the family h onor h eights Park. Whether it’s playground fun, picnics, hiking or just smelling the flowers, Honor Heights is enjoyed by all. Finalists: River Country Water Park, The Castle of Muskogee best Place to Work Jack c . Montgo M ery Va Medica L c enter. Employees work together for a common goal — helping their patients. But they also say it’s a great place to work.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 7 Pleasant Valley would like to thank ever yone who voted us BEST NURSING FACILITY Pleasant Valley Healthcare Center 1120 Illinois Street Muskog ee , OK 74403 (918) 682-5391 We Care Like Family Health Care & Rehab Ser vices
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10 READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 Llamas wants customers to feel, look good Story and Photo S By Cathy Spaulding
Service Spotlight esthetician ‘LoVes’ heLPing
Esthetician Whitney Llamas seeks to help people feel good, as well as look good.
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“No two facials are ever the same,” she said. “Everybody has different things they want to see changed in their skin. If they have certain skin care goals, we work with those goals, as well as their skin type.”
“You have people with aging skin, so they want to work on their fine lines and wrinkles,” she said. “Or people have dull skin, and they just want to have glowing, healthy looking skin.”
Llamas has been an esthetician since 2018.“Ilike just seeing my clients happy,” she said. “Skin care is not always immediate. It takes time. It takes dedication from both me and the client. So, when they’re happy, when they’re smiling, when they’re relaxed and feeling good, that’s when I know I’ve done a good job. It always helps to see those long-term results.”
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“I love helping people,” she said. “I love meeting people, and I love helping peo ple.”Llamas, who works at The Ritz Salon, 1209 N. York St., specializes in facials and full body waxing. She recalled having skin problems as a younger adult. “So I know what it feels like to not love and feel 100 percent comfortable in my skin,” she said. “So, I like to help people to love their own skin.”
For example, if someone with extra dry skin wanted to work on aging, Llamas said she would work on hydrating the skin, but making sure they are not over-exfoliating or causing any sensitivity.
Llamas said she adapts her facials to her clients’ skin.
“Dryness can also lead to sensitivity,” she said.She works with various skin types, in cluding dry, oily or sensitive, as well as work with acne or pigmentation.
Waxing services include eyebrow and lip waxes, underarm waxes, and bikini waxes.
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Finalists: Pizza Inn, Golden Corral best caterer Mahy L on’s. If you want to make sure your event is a success, look no further than Mahylon’s.
Finalists: James Hodge HyundaiMuskogee, Kyle Edwards Buick GMCMuskogee best used automobile dealershiP k y L e e dwards Buick g M c Muskogee. No matter what type of vehicle you are in the market for, Kyle Edwards Buick GMC Muskogee can help you.
Finalists: EJ Mayes Auto RepairWrecker, Red Beard Garage & Towing BeSt Food & dining c hina k ing. China King offers some of the best Asian food in Muskogee with a plethora of choices for every palate.
Finalists: Road & Trail-Yamaha best Place to buy an atv Motor sP orts of Muskogee. If you’re looking for off-road fun with an ATV, MotorSports of Muskogee is ready to serve you.
Finalists: Bricktown Brewery, Mahylon’s best chili sP eedway g ri LL e. When it’s cold outside, you just can’t beat Speedway Grille for a hot bowl of chili.
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Finalists: Kyle Edwards Buick GMC, Tommy Nix Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram- Muskogee best Place to buy a used truck Jay h odge c he V ro L et of Muskogee. Looking for a used truck? Jay Hodge Chevrolet can find the right truck to meet your needs.
Finalists: Jay Hodge Chevrolet of Muskogee, Car-Mart of Muskogee best Place to buy a recreational vehicle c &L rV c enter. If you’re ready to hit the road and spend some time away from home, C&L RV Center can help you get there.
Finalists: Kyle Edwards Buick GMCMuskogee, Discount Tire-East best neW automobile dealershiP Ja M es h odge f ord Muskogee. If you’re looking for a new Ford, James Hodge can help you find just the right vehicle.
Finalists: James Hodge Ford of Muskogee, Kyle Edwards Buick GMC best oil/lube Qua L ity o ne Lu B e & r e Pair. For fast, dependable service, Quality One Lube & Repair knows how it’s done.
Finalists: Grease Monkey, Discount Tires-West best Place to buy a motorcycle Motor sP orts of Muskogee. Looking to hit the open road on a new motorcycle? MotorSports of Muskogee offers several different brands to get you moving.
Finalists: Discount Tires-West, Goad’s Tire Shop best Wrecker service Morgan t owing & r eco V ery. Battery dead? Need a tow? Morgan Towing has you covered with prompt, efficient service.
Finalists: Harps Food Stores, Tiffany Tennant best breakfast Boo M -a-rang d iner. Whether you just want bacon and eggs or biscuits and gravy, Boom-a-rang can get your day started right.
Finalists: Mel’s Diner, Speedway Grille best brunch Boo M -a-rang d iner. With a great menu offering a variety of dishes, Boom-a-rang can satisfy your hunger.
Finalists: Fort Gibson Bakery, Harps Food Stores best bbQ r unt’s Bar-BQ & g ri LL . Runt’s offers some great barbecue as well as catfish, steaks and prime rib.
Finalists: Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, Mahylon’s best buffet c hina k ing. Whether it’s beef, pork, shrimp or chicken, China King’s buffet has something for everyone.
Finalist: Earl’s Lake Country RVs best Place to buy a neW truck Ja M es h odge t oyota. James Hodge Toyota has a great selection of new trucks to fit a variety of needs.
Finalists: Amish Country Store & Restaurant, MyPlace Bar-B-Q-East best doughnuts c hand L er r oad d onuts. Anyone on the hunt for glazed, jelly, chocolate or plain can be served by Chandler Road Donuts.
Finalists: Road Track & Trail- Yamaha, Kyle Edwards Buick GMC best tire store h arrison t ire & s u PPLy. Harrison Tire & Supply offers a variety of wheels and tires to choose from.
Finalists: Queen City + Co., Starbucks best dessert h ar M ony h ouse. Harmony House’s delectable sweets will keep you coming back.
Finalists: Sakura, Chow’s Express best bakery h ar M ony h ouse. Harmony House has been creating traditional baked goods for 30 years.
Finalists: MyPlace Bar-B-Q-East, Boom-a-rang Diner best chicken fried steak Boo M -a-rang d iner. If you’re hungry for chicken fried steak, Booma-rang serves the best.
Best of Muskogee best auto rePair shoP d iscount t ires — w est. Discount Tires — West can make quick repairs and help get you back on the road.
Finalists: MyPlace Bar-B-Q-East, MyPlace Bar-B-Q-West best birthday cake h ar M ony h ouse. Harmony House offers several choices of flavors to get just the right birthday cake for that special person.
Finalists: Wendy’s, Boom-a-rang Diner best coffee e r Ly r ush d ri V e-thru. The York Street business is perfect for on-the-go commuters who need their coffee.
Finalists: Vicki Greer, La Antigua best catfish Mo MM a c ’s. People come to Momma C’s for their home cooking, but the catfish is king.
Finalists: Jack’s, Daylight Donuts
Finalists: Max’s Garage, Muskogee Golf Club best casino c herokee c asino — f ort g i B son. The multi-hued lights outside entice people inside to enjoy 500 electronic gaming machines.
Finalists: Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, MyPlace Bar-B-Q-East best sandWiches M c aL ister’s d e L i. McAlister’s offers hand-crafted sandwiches, fresh salads, enormous spuds and their famous sweet tea.
Finalists: Boom-a-rang Diner, Speedway Grille best homestyle cooking
Finalists: McDonald’s, Beacon DriveInn best food truck s now k ing. The name is deceiving because they serve much more than snow cones. Check out the tasty fruit cups that have become a Muskogee favorite.
Finalists: Buffalo Wild Wings, Muskogee Golf Club best steak z o LL ie’s r estaurant. Zollie’s offers some of the most tender filets, ribeyes and T-bone steaks to satisfy your tastes.
Finalists: Maylon’s, Colton’s Steak House and Grill best tacos d on Ju L io’s. Don Julio’s serves up the best tacos and other great tasting authentic Mexican food.
Finalists: Jose’s Mexican Restaurant, La Antigua Mexican Grill BeSt entertainment/ travel best bar/nightlife Muskogee Brewing c o. Looking for a friendly place to kick back and relax with your favorite brew, Muskogee Brewing Co., has you covered.
best fast food Place c hick-fi L a . With great food and the friendliest service, Chick-fil-A can’t be beat as Muskogee’s best fast food place.
Finalists: Homeland, Mini-Max Food Store best hamburger/ cheeseburger Beacon d ri V e- i nn. For a juicy, flavorful burger, Beacon can’t be beat.
Finalists: Beacon Drive-Inn, Frank-nSwine best kid’s menu c hick-fi L - a . What kid doesn’t love chicken strips or nuggets? Chick-fil-A serves them up with a choice of a small side item, a kid-size drink and a prize.
Finalists: Mattie Jane’s On Main, Harmony House best seafood r ed Lo B ster. If you are a fan of seafood, Red Lobster offers a variety, and don’t forget the biscuits.
Finalists: American Pie, Domino’s best margarita Lo P ez g ri LL Mexican r estaurant. If you’re looking for the best margarita in Muskogee, readers have chosen Lopez Grill’s as the winner.
Finalists: KFC, Momma C’s best grocery store aL di. If you’re looking for quality at the grocery store, look no further than Aldi.
Finalists: La Antigua Mexican Grill, El Charro best milkshake
Finalists: Boom-a-rang Diner, McDonald’s best italian food g ino’s. For all of the comfort food of Italy, such as pastas, pizzas, and fresh, hot bread, find it at Gino’s.
Brau M ’s. With two locations in Muskogee, Braum’s offers thick milkshakes in as many flavors as it has in its bins.
Finalist: Creek Nation-Muskogee best hotel h o M e 2 s uites B y h i LtonMuskogee. With separate sleeping and living spaces, their studio and one-bedroom suites provide you with a comfortable stay.
Finalists: La Antigua Mexican Grill, Las Cazuelas best mexican food s enor Lo P ez Mexican g ri LL . Tour the multiple flavors of Mexico and beyond, with such favorites as chimichangas, fajitas and tacos.
Finalists: MyPlace Bar-B-Q-East, Speedway Grille best hot dog c het’s d airy f reeze - e ast. Chet’s east side location mimics the original with great dogs that can be topped with chili, cheese, onions, relish.
Finalists: Beacon Drive-Inn, Freddy’s Frozen Custard best Pizza Pizza i nn. Pizza Inn has long been a staple in Muskogee, and their buffet offers popular pizzas and pastas.
Finalists: Holiday Inn ExpressMuskogee, Fairfield Inn & SuitesMuskogee best live music venue o k L aho M a Music h a LL of fa M e. OMHOF draws some of the best local musicians in the area and the best visiting bands.
Finalists: Don Julio’s Tacos, Mama Tig’s best french fries Beacon d ri V e- i nn. People know all about good french fries, and they say Beacon’s are the best.
Finalists: Pisano’s, American Pie Wood-Fired Pizza best salad bar Pizza i nn. The salad bar at Pizza Inn features an array of fresh veggies, pasta and more.
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Finalists: Fatt Fries LLC, JJ’s Burgers & Dawg’s Food Truck best fried chicken c har L ie’s c hicken. Look for the boxing bandy when you want fried chicken and chunks. This locallyowned chain has sought to do “what’s right for the customer” since 1975.
Finalists: Max’s Garage, Love Hatbox West Hanger
Mo MM a c ’s. Whether it’s wings and waffles or pork chop sandwich, Momma C’s has the very best of homestyle cooking.
Finalists: Momma C’s, Golden Corral best sPorts bar Bricktown Brewery. With burgers, pizza and meatloaf on the menu, Bricktown Brewery offers more than just a winning sports theme.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 15 ADULT AND TEEN CHALLENGE We are Honored by the Recognition! Please help us continue to change lives! Lakeland Shopping Center 328 Eastside Blvd. 918-913-9579 WE PICK UP DONATIONS! BEST THRIFT SHOP/RESALE SNOW KING thru open 7days aWeek 1311 Gibson St. BEST FOOD TRUCK Thank you Muskogee for 12 years of Love & Support. We are honored. Gracias! THANK YOU! Your Support for Small Businesses is Appreciated! We are Honored to be named BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE Not just for Kids, but the Entire Family! Clothing, Accessories and much more 113 S. Edmond Pl., Muskogee (behind Charlies Chicken East) 2625 Old Shawnee Road, Muskogee, OK 74403 Hours: M-F9-6 •Sat 9-4 fi h Ob ur rst 2 years a ve een thanks to our employees and customers! AMAZING urs: M F 9 6 • S Find us on 918 912 -2130109 NMain Street •918-912-2367 Mon.-Fri. 7am-5:30pm lSat. 10am-4pm Thank YousoMuch for Voting Us Best Place to Buy aGift Gourmet infused olive oil and balsamic vinegars. Our tasting bar allows you to sample over 20 flavors. Our products areavailable in 8 different states. 918-910-5309 BossL adyHotline 918-360-1749 bigpapasokietoke.com 4100 South 32nd St. W | Muskogee,OK. 74401 OPEN 24 HOURS Thank YouMuskogee!! We are honored to be Best Dispensar y&CBD Shop Thank you, Oklahoma! It’sgreat to be in Muskogee and be Voted #1 for BEST SPORTS BAR and we thank you for your support and look for ward to ser ving you again! 415 W. Shawnee 918-910-5970 Sun.-Thurs. 11am-10pm; Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm “It’sbeen such ahard year and this column has been cathartic for me. Your feedback always makes me feel less alone. Thanks so much for this recognition.” Voted Best Local Columnist Holly Rosser Miller We’re Proud to be Voted BEST JEWELRYSTORE 1910 North York St. Suite F• 918-682-0233 •Follow Us: best museum f i V e c i V i L ized t ri B es. Explore the wealth of artistic and historic treasures of the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw and Seminole. Finalists: Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame, Three Rivers Museum best Park h onor h eights Park. Muskogee’s own gathering place, Honor Heights dazzles in any season with its azaleas, butterfly house, fall foliage and Garden of Lights. Finalists: River Country Water Park, Civitan Park best Playground h onor h eights Park. Youngsters and young-at-heart enjoy the slides, climbing towers and ramps at Honor Heights’ playground. Finalists: Civitan Park, Robison Park best rv Park Meadow B rook rV Park. With a location on U.S. 69, Meadowbrook RV Park’s location is handy for its residents. Finalists: Crossroads Park, Fort Gibson RV Thank Youfor the Votes and Recognition for... Best Fire/Water Damage Restoration Best Carpet Cleaning Fire &Water -Cleanup &Restoration™ Muskogee/McIntosh Counties &Tahlequah 918-913-4490 24/7 Emergency Ser vice 402 W. Hwy.62, Ft. Gibson
Finalists: Gabe Mosteller/American Bank of Oklahoma, Ron Morton/ TTCU best barber Jere M y “Pat” Patterson/ o rigina L Bar B ers. Pat has developed a following for professionalism and attention to detail.
Finalists: Cliff Garrett/Garrett Funeral Home, Keith Biglow/Biglow Funeral Home best insurance agent Jon k o LB / s tate far M Muskogee. Jon Kolb stands ready to help you with all of your insurance needs whether it’s your home, boat or vehicle.
Finalists: Zac Albritton/Allstate Muskogee, DJ Witty/State Farm best hair stylist s ue Pha M / h o LLywood h air s a L on. Pham has quite a following and enjoys offering her customers their choice in colors, cuts and styles.
Finalists: Allison Fischer/Southside Dermatology, Erin Roberts/Epiphany Dermatology best emergency medical technician Bi LLy c aV es/M ce M s . Billy Caves has a gentle touch and is well-schooled in caring for people who are in need of compassion.
Finalists: Bailey Sexton/Muskogee Federal Credit Union, Jason Hiner/ Firstar Bank best orthodontist d r. h oo P es/ h oo P es d entistry. Dr. Hoopes helps his patients achieve the smiles they need to put their best foot forward.
Finalists: Brigette Bearden, Jocelyn Bartley Interior Design best laW enforcement officer n ick f ord/MP d . As a seasoned Muskogee police officer, Nick Ford knows how to get along with people and make them comfortable as he works to resolve problems around the city.
Finalists: Ernie/Ernie’s Pharmacy, Evalyn Massey/Economy Pharmacy best dermatologist d r. Jeff e nds L ey. Skin giving your problems? Dr. Jeff Endsley can get you back on track and come up with a plan to ease your mind.
Finalists: Chris Velona/MCEMS, Kristen Bias/MCEMS best esthetician w hitney L L a M as/ t he r itz. If you’re looking to refresh and look your best, start with Whitney Llamas.
Finalists: Dr. Kyle Vrooome/Vroome Orthodontics, Dr. Hall/Tangelo Orthodontics
Finalists: Dr. McCall/ McCall’s Dentistry, Dr. Andrew Walker/Fort Gibson best Pharmacist g reg/ e cono M y e ast. If you’re not feeling well, Greg at Economy East can get your prescriptions filled quickly and efficiently.
16 READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 Reade R s’ Choi C e best travel agency aaa . From recommendations on destinations and activities to AAA maps and more, AAA’s trusted travel resources are here for you when you’re ready to plan your travels.
Finalists: Kellen Smith/Hyundai of Muskogee, James Gillean best auto salesPerson Mi L es Jackson/ n issan of Muskogee. Jackson knows the car business and can help you find just what you’re looking for.
Finalists: Dr. Kincaid/Cherokee Nation, Dr. Jason Dansby best dentist d r. Massad. No need to be nervous when you go to Dr. Massad for your dentistry needs. With a light touch and a compassionate attitude, Dr. Massad can help you have a winning smile.
Finalists: Jose Mendez/La Antigua, Ashley Bushey/Bricktown Brewery best doctor d r. h oos/ h oos Pediatric and a do L escent. Making kids comfortable with their trip to the doctor comes naturally for Dr. Hoos.
Finalists: The Joy of Travel, Erica Shaw BeSt people best administrative assistant t renton s tinnett/Bowden Pest c ontro L . Stinnett is friendly, experienced and excels at the job.
Finalists: Holly/Holly’s Day Spa, Morgan Page/Holly’s Day Spa best firefighter s te V e Beau Vais/Muskogee f ire d e Part M ent. Beauvais is ready at a moment’s notice to battle house fires, free people in trapped vehicles and assist with all kinds of emergency situations.
Finalists: Jake Cox/Muskogee Fire Dept., Blake Anderson/Muskogee Fire Dept. best funeral director s tacy d one L son/ c ornerstone f unera L h o M e. Stacy Donelson is well-versed in caring for your loved ones as well as your family in your time of grief.
Finalists: Alyssa Dunlap/My Salon, Chrissy Edgmon/My Salon best interior decorator wa L ker Law L ey. For all the latest in interior design, Lawley has a finger on the pulse of the industry.
Finalists: Lawrence Stewart/MPD, Dillion Swain/MPD best loan officer s hir L ey h i Lton- fL anary/ aM erican Bank of o k L aho M a. Hilton-Flanary has helped many Muskogee residents finance their dream homes.
Finalists: Zac Hobbs/Garrison Barber-Fort Gibson, Ty Diep/ Hollywood Hair best bartender n ate s tone B arger/Max’s. Nate knows just the right blends and brews to satisfy customers.
Finalists: Samantha Sallee/American Bank, Christie Geisler/Firstar Bank best auto mechanic n ick c annon/ n ix a uto M oti V e. Service with a smile and professionalism put Nix Automotive heads above the rest.
Finalists: Greg Mims/Nissan of Muskogee, Rikki Rutledge/Honda of Muskogee best banker s hir L ey h i Lton- fL anary/ aM erican Bank of o k L aho M a. Hilton-Flanary is well-versed in mortgages and has helped countless people to secure the homes of their dreams.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 17 Thank YouMuskogee! We appreciate your vote for BEST FURNITURE STORE Se eOur Exciting Ne wArrivals! We have ever ystyle youneed to make your house feel at home. Muskogee’s Hometown FurnitureStore Since1968 www.bobloftisfurniture.com Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm 2501 East Shawnee 918-687-8461 Home of Everyday LowPrices Res ident ialand CommercialRoofing Licen sed&Insured Free In spection s& Estima tes TE DDER'S ROOF ING 918- 50 4-24 44 Scot tTedder 918- 577-7622 Chri sR ichard s teddersroofing37@gmail.com Ou rfamilyatTedders Roofing wouldl iketosay THANKYOU to the communityfor theyears of su pport youhaves hown us al ltheseyea rs. THANK YOU! We appreciateyou shopping localwithus forthe past 15 years. Muskogee’s Best Medical Equipment/Apparel 517 W. Broadway •918-683-8383 Iamhumbled and honored to receive The Best Builder award and very proud to be building and working in the Muskogee area. -Mike Williams MIKE WILLIAMS CUSTOM HOMES, LLC. 918-684-8596 Facebook@ MikeWilliamsCustomHomesBemodeling THANK YOU for allowingus to serve you for over 47 years! Mor gan Towing &Recover y
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READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 19 For over 56 years, you’ve entrusted Bowden Pest Contr ol with your homes and with your families. The tangible, multi-generational relationships we’ve built, arewhat we’ve come to value most. It’s with heartfelt appreciation that we thank you for your generous support in voting Lance Bowden for BEST BOSS, Tr enton Stinnett for BEST ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT and the entir eteam for BEST PEST CONTROL. We’reincredibly proud to be members of our wholesome community and look forwardtocontinuing to serve you. 1115 Del Lane •Ft. Gibson •918-478-2174 Monday-Friday 8:00am –5:00pm •customerservice@bowdenpest.com Thank You Muskogee
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READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 21 Sweet treats keep customers coming Story and Photo S By Cathy Spaulding
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Visitors have enjoyed Snow King’s Mexican twist on snacks for nearly 12 years, since it opened on a grocery store parking lot. It has remained a family operation ever since.Yahuitl said that, in those first years, people came for the fruit cups. “Now it’s mostly everything,” she said. “People came and wanted snow cones.” So the family bought snow cone machines. “Now, if they want a snow cone, they get a snow cone and if they want a fruit cup, they get a fruit cup,” she said. “We like to try new things.”
The snow cone menu goes beyond sweet fruit flavors. The Little Devil snow cone has lemon-lime ice and is topped with salt, fresh lime, chili powder and spicy cham oy.Family involvement keeps the Snow King going, she said.“We’ve been together, helping out my brother, Miguel Yahuitl, he’s the owner,” she said. “He started slowly, but once we came together as a family, the community helped us.”Maricruz Yahuitl said Snow King prepares its snacks to order.“We thank the community for following us,” she said.
M exican snacks treat L oca L s for 12 years
There’s the fruit cup, which brims with sticks of jicama, pineapple, honeydew, watermelon and cantaloupe covered in lime juice and a spicy dilled fruit sauce called chamoy.
There’s corn in a cup, which features corn, mayonnaise and chili powder. There’s agua fresca, water infused with fruit.“We make them fresh,” said Maricruz Yahuitl, who works at the Snow King stand. “People like to mix them with watermelon and pineapple.”
O ver the years, Snow King has introduced Muskogee to flavorful Mexican snacks, or botanas.
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People are in for a spicy surprise when they get snow king’s Little devil snow cone, which nayeli Mata prepares to serve.
Finalists: Valerie/Cherokee Nation Pediatrics, Rachel Page/Saint Francis Muskogee best Postal carrier k ristie r oo P /Muskogee us P s . Roop goes out of her way to make sure she serves customers on her route and has a friendly disposition.
Phoenix Vi LL age. You can enjoy the courtyards, picnic area and take a dip in the swimming pool.
Finalists: Knapper Universal, The Garrison best carPet cleaning se VP ro of Muskogee. Kids and dogs tracking up the carpet?
SERVPRO of Muskogee can return your carpets to their former glory.
Finalists: Matt Price, Larry D. Moore best auctioneer Bartho L et a uction. Frank Bartholet does his job with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
Finalists: Terry Mullens, Heaven’s
Best best traditional martial arts s trict Ly f itness. If you want to learn to defend yourself or just get fit, Strictly Fitness can help.
Finalists: Chupp, Bailey Davis best barber shoP o rigina L Bar B ers. Original Barbers capitalizes in traditional barber shop services. They exceed clients’ expectations and have a passion for what they do.
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Finalists: Soaring Eagle Jiu Jitsu, Dragonfly Dojo
Finalists: Ken Doke, Johnny Teehee best nurse c indy Parsons/ t hree r i V ers cL inic. Parsons practices nursing with compassion and care.
Bethany Bow L ine, c Pa . If you’re not good at numbers, don’t fear because Bowline has the skills to keep your accounting and taxes accurate and up to date.
Finalists: State Farm, Farmers Insurance best mortgage comPany f irstar Bank. Firstar has the knowledgeable staff to help you finance your dream home.
Finalists: Amy Hasler/Fort Gibson Intermediate, Jennifer Clark/Hilldale best volunteer k i M Ja Q uez. Jaquez has been active in several organizations around town because she enjoys helping others.
Finalists: Carissa Drew/Boom-a-rang Diner, Shi Kelley/Bricktown Brewery BeSt Financial ServiceS best accounting firm/cPa/taxes
Finalists: Bret’s Bail Bonds, Highers Bonding best bank f irstar Bank. Firstar is a locally managed bank. They have been named one of the high-performing community banks in the country.
Finalists: The Landings-Fort Gibson, Raintree best attorney Justin s tout. Stout is an attorney at Wright, Stout & Wilburn and can help you with your legal needs.
Finalists: Arvest Bank, American Bank of Oklahoma best Place to get a loan f irstar Bank. Firstar is a locally managed bank. They have been named one of the high-performing community banks in the country.
Finalists: Chuck Hudgins/Muskogee USPS, Grant Mitchusson/Muskogee USPS best real estate agent Betty B L ackwe LL / re M ax . Blackwell works hard to find her clients just the right home, and when it’s time to sell, she knows the market and is ready to deal.
Best of Muskogee best local Politician aV ery f rix. Frix has proven that he is a politician that is interested in improving the lives of his constituents.
Finalists: Armstrong Bank, American Bank of Oklahoma best check cashing service f irstar Bank. Firstar is a locally managed bank. They have been named one of the high-performing community banks in the country.
Finalists: Kathy Hewitt/CPA, Clothier & Co. best bail bondsman o kie Bai L Bonds. In a fix and need a bail bonds agent? Okie Bail Bonds is available to help with payment plans available.
Finalists: Arvest Bank, Mabrey Bank best credit union Muskogee f edera L c redit u nion. Muskogee Federal Credit Union was established in 1936, and has thousands of members at three locations.
Finalists: Grace Evans/Muskogee High School, Bryon Brust/First Financial best Waiter/Waitress aM y k aiser/Mahy L ons. Kaiser will make sure all of your needs are met when you dine at Mahylon’s.
Finalists: Communication Federal Credit Union, TTCU best financial adviser Bryon Brust/ f irst f inancia L s erV ices. Brust enjoys working with people who are interested in their financial future, understands the importance of financial security and believes your financial goals deserve his personal attention.
Finalists: Christine Archer/Firstar Bank, TJ Ellis/Edward Jones best insurance comPany f irstar i nsurance. Firstar is a full-service personal and commercial insurance provider serving a client base across Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Finalists: Armstrong Bank, American Bank of Oklahoma BeSt FamilyHome/perSonal/ServiceS best aPartment comPlex
Finalists: Cheryl Andrews/21st Century, Holly Rosser Miller/ Interstate Properties best teacher Jack r eaV is/Muskogee h igh s choo L . Reavis ranks high with students at Muskogee High School.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 25 Wright, Stout &Wilburn Iamhonored you selected me as BEST ATTORNEY, thank you for your support! 300 W. Broadway •Muskogee, Ok., 918.682.0091 •www.wswlaw.com Justin Stout Bethany D. Bowline CPA, INC., PC Certified Public Accountant 1002 N. MAIN STREET MUSKOGEE, OK 74401 918-683-7881 Thank YouMuskogee! I’m so grateful &truly blessed 2234A E. Shawnee Rd. 918-687-5950 Mon.-Fri. 9am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm Thanks Muskogee for Voting us Your #1 Shoe Store! We appreciate you shoppingwith us and look forward to serving you again. THANK YOUMUSKOGEE 16 E. Marin Luther King •Muskogee AND THE TRAIN IS STILL NEXT DOOR TODAY 918-682-5517 16 E. Martin Luther King •Muskogee For 74 Good Yearsof Business… Looking forward to more! 928 NorthYork, Ste. 11, Muskogee,Okla (918) 682-1457 www.cherokee-temps.com EEO C We wouldliketogivea bigTHANK YOUtothe citizens of Muskogee once againfor Voting Cherokee Temps, Inc. Best Employment Agency in the Muskogee PhoenixReaders’Choiceawards! We have proudlyser vedMuskogeefor over 25 yearsand arelooking forwardtomanymore. Thank youtoour clients foryourbusiness andtoour employeesfor your hard work anddedication. GodBless Americ a! From theCherokeeTemps Family!! Dine in -Carry Out CurbSide -Door Dash Thank Youfor 16 Years of Support! 120 N. MAIN ST •918.682.0500 Saturday Brunch 11am-3pm Family Friendly Dining FULL MENU SERVED DAILY11AM-10PM DAILYSPECIALS KIDS MENU
Finalists: Harris Electric, Tody’s Electric best emPloyment agency c herokee t e MP s. Cherokee Temps specializes in providing temporary and long-term employees in the industrial, administrative, and health occupation work force.
Finalist: Unique Dry Cleaning best electrical services e tchison eL ectric. Got a flicker that needs attention? Etchison offers fast service and reasonable prices.
Finalists: Crawford Pest Management LLC, Ace Pest Management best Pet grooming t own & c ountry Pu P LL c . Want Fido to be clean and fluffy? Check out Town & Country Pup.
Finalists: Filthy Gorgeous, Honor Heights Grooming best PhotograPhy service B L eak h ouse Photogra P hy.
Finalists: Little Okie Academy, Tiny Tots Childcare best comPuter rePair service t he P c Landing z one. The knowledgeable folks at The PC Landing Zone can help get your computer up and running.
Finalists: Spark Services, iMobile Cellular & TV Repair best consignment store n ico L e’s cL oset. Saundra Marshall and her daughter Nicole established Nicole’s Closet, a consignment shop offering many styles and some designer brands for a fraction of what a shopper might spend in a big box store.
Finalists: BKB Mechanical Heating & Air, Hollifield Service Company best home builder Mike w i LL ia M s c usto M h o M es LL c . If you want a builder who listens to your wants and needs and makes sure your home is built to your specifications, call Mike Williams.
Finalists: The Glam Hair Lash Nails, Pro Nails best Painting service w i L son Painting. Wilson Painting is who you are looking for when you need to update.
Hollywood offers just the finishing touches you need to complete your look.
Finalists: Integrity Staffing, Action Group Staffing best fire/Water damage restoration serVP ro . SERVPRO’s staff is trained to handle emergencies such as water, fire or mold.
Finalists: Amazing Chem-Dry, Clean Pro best florist Po PP y’s g arden fL ora L d esign. Full-service florist and event planner creating for weddings, events, everyday floral needs and everything in between.
Finalists: Avery Lawn Care, Lawn Mafia best nail salon h o LLywood h air s a L on & n ai L s.
Finalists: Mandy Lynn Lundy Portrait Artist, Courtlyn Stout Photography best Place of WorshiP t he Brick c hurch. Family is the focus at The Brick Church.
Finalists: Next2 New, Second Peek Boutique best dry cleaners a rcher cL eaners. If you have a stain on your favorite dress or just need a pair of pants pressed, Archer can help keep your wardrobe in top condition.
Finalists: Tri-State Mobile Home Sales, Clayton Homes best Place to buy metal buildings w hee L er Meta L s. Wheeler offers a complete line of metal building systems for commercial, agricultural, industrial, warehouses, workshops, or personal use. Finalists: Amazing Moves 24/7 Portable Building Sales, US Barn best Place to get a tattoo sP ur L ock’s eMP oriu M . Spurlock’s offers fine quality tattooing and piercing. Finalists: The Parlor Hair & Ink, J&G Tattoo and Body Piercing
26 READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 Reade R s’ Choi C e best child care/ day care Jack & Ji LL Learning c enter. Jack & Jill offers a nurturing, warm environment, and kids are excited to attend every day.
Finalists: Clifford D. Garrett Funeral Home, Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors best glass comPany c rowder a uto gL ass. Crowder was established 2006 in Muskogee. They do everything mobile, which means they come to you.
Finalists: Bebb’s Flowers and Gift, Lakeland Muskogee best funeral home c ornerstone f unera L h o M e. Call Cornerstone when you need the assistance of a caring, compassionate funeral home to help you in your time of grief.
Finalists: Cluck and Cluck Glass, Anchor Auto Glass best hair salon h o LLywood h air s a L on. Hollywood Hair Salon has fair prices and offers great customer service.
Finalists: The Glam, My Salon best heating and ac service h ix a ir. Hix can help warm your home in the winter and keep you cool in the summer.
Finalists: Toon’s Painting, Baker’s Custom Painting best Pest control Bowden t er M ite & Pest c ontro L . Fort Gibson-based Bowden Pest Control provides professional services aimed at clearing everything from fleas to bedbugs to cockroaches.
Finalists: Louie Slape, Deatherage Homes best laWn/landscaPing services z a Pata’s Lawn & t ree. If you’re looking for a lawn care services, look no further than Zapata’s Lawn & Tree to provide a nice, tidy lawn.
Bleak House specializes in boudoir photography for that special someone.
Finalists: New Community Church, Boulevard Christian Church best Place to buy a manufactured home t he h o M e s tore. The Home Store sells expertly crafted manufactured homes at a great value.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 27 DISCOUN TT IRES WIS EMAN BRO SI NC SINCE 1970 WESTSIDE 918-687-4822 •503 N32ND EASTSIDE 918-687-7461 •1200 NYORK TIRES •B RAKES •M UF FL E RS OIL CHANGES •A LIGNMENTS THANK YOU! We appreciate yourBusiness! WE AREHONORED TO BE NAMED: 9 BEST AU TO REPAIR SHOP The Wiseman family has been providing quality automotive ser vice to satisfied customers for 52 years. “Thank you for choosing me as the Best Banker and Best Loan Officer in Muskogee I am humbled by your faith in me to get the job done It is with a smile on my face and gratitude in my heart that I thank you very, very much.” —Shirley 2401 Chandler Road Main: 918-686-7300 Mobile: 918-231-7777 Shirley Hilton-Flanary NMLS# 704034 MEMBER FDIC auto |h ome |l if e|b usin ess 200 S. Le eS tre et |F ort Gib son |w ww.f ir star ins ura nc e.co m| 918-4 78-6128
Finalists: Parker Family Clinic, NeoHealth best home health services s ooner h o M e h ea Lth. A committed home health team offers homebound patients a variety of services.
Finalist: Jeffrey Endsley, DO best disPensary Big Pa Pa’s o kie t oke. Big Papa’s carries the best medical grade products in the state.
Finalist: Sleepy Hollow Mobile Home Park best tanning salon Best tanning s a L on. Ultra Tan & Beauty Inc. Check out the tanning beds at Ultra Tan. Customers praise the helpful staff and powerful, clean beds.
Finalists: Health Biz, Inc., East Side Fix
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Finalists: Premier Audiology, Beltone Hearing best cbd store Big Pa Pa’s o kie t oke. Big Papa’s provides top-quality CBD to Muskogee consumers.
Pleasant Valley offers assisted living services for those who need a little extra help but are not ready for a nursing facility.
Finalists: Uplift Tree Trimming, Brian Royse best Wedding venue 810 r anch. 810 Ranch has become one of the most popular venues for weddings and other important events.
Finalists: Tanzone, Lavish On Lee best mini-storage a - aVanti s e L f- s torage. A-Avanti offers various sizes for all of your storage needs.
Finalists: Davis Field Storage, Blue Line Storage best moving comPany aM azing Mo V es 24/7 LL c . Need help moving to a new home? Amazing Moves 24/7 can make the process easier.
Finalists: Two Men and a Truck, Morris Moving Company best Pools services t hree r i V ers Poo L s and sPas. Not sure how to maintain your pool?
Three Rivers has knowledgeable professionals who can help.
Finalists: Lotus Gold, Okie Medical MMJ Dispensary best children’s health care h oos Pediatric and a do L escent c are PLL c . Parents can expect a variety of health care services for their children.
Finalists: Children’s Clinic, Premier Pediatrics best chiroPractor office eVans c hiro P ractic cL inic. Dr. Robbie Evans sees patients from all walks of life who are seeking help with injuries and ailments.
Epiphany aims to keep patients’ skin clear and healthy.
Finalists: Native Grass Dispensary, Flower Power Dispensary best fitness/Wellness s trict Ly f itness. Home of the annual Weight Loss Challenge, Strictly Fitness helps customers build a better body with a variety of cardio and weight equipment.
BeSt medical/HealtH best assisted living P L easant Va LL ey h ea Lth c are.
Finalists: Enhabit Home Health, Community Home Health, Inc. best health food/ nutrition store o kie e nergy and n utrition. Okie has metabolism boosting energy “teas” and total meal replacement shakes and smoothies.
Miracle Ear stands ready to pair thorough service with modern technology to improve and repair hearing.
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Finalists: Clear Blue Water Pools, Sandy’s Pools and Spas best tree service g rass Monkey Lawn c are. If you have a tree that’s causing you problems, call Grass Monkey Lawn Care to get to the root of your problem.
Finalists: Janway Chiropractic and Acupuncture Clinic, Hines Chiropractic Clinic best dentist office Muskogee fa M i Ly d entistry. Muskogee Family Dentistry helps ease customers’ fears about going to the dentist, providing quick and helpful service. Finalists: McCall Dental Studio, Three Rivers Health Center best dermatology office eP i P hany d er M ato L ogy.
Finalists: Patio on the Hill, Crowning Moments
Finalists: Gil Miller Roofing Co Inc., Tedder Roofing best mobile home Park Be LL a Vista Vi LL age (for M er Ly r i V erside Mo B i L e h o M e c o MM unity). Bella Vista Village is a community where neighbors become friends and the community becomes family.
Finalists: Champion Fitness, Soaring Eagle Fitness best Practitioner’s office Muskogee Pediatric and fa M i Ly h ea Lth s o L utions. The physicians and staff of Muskogee Pediatric and Family Health Solutions are committed to the health and wellbeing of your family.
Finalists: Chinowth & Cohen Realtors, CS Raper & Son best roofing comPany r oughneck r oofing. If a storm has damaged your home, or it’s time for a new roof, Roughneck will have you covered.
Finalists: Drew’s Plumbing, Ron-Co Rooter and Plumbing best real estate comPany c entury 21 cL inken B eard. Century 21 Clinkenbeard Agency specializes in residential and commercial properties. They make it their mission to make the buying and selling of your home and other properties as simple as possible.
Finalists: Eastgate Village Retirement Center, Country Gardens Assisted Living Community best audiologist/ hearing aid clinic Mirac L e e ar h earing c enter.
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 29 625 N. York 918-6 87-030 8 700 W. Okmulgee 918-6 87-553 1 1213 W. Cherokee, Wagoner 918-20 1-704 7 309 S. College Ave., Tahlequah 918-456-3671 Lakeland Shopping Center •918-683-2639 Ser ving Muskogee’sFitness Needs for Over 30 Years We AreThankful and Honored to be Named Best •Traditional Martial Arts •Fitness /Wellness THANK YOU MUSKOGEE! We appreciate Our Customers! “Not Fast Food, Good Food Fast” What an Honor to be Voted The Best: •Breakfast •Brunch •Chicken Fried Steak so much for voting Zomac School of Music as the best place to buy amusical instr ument in Muskogee. “Weare blessed to have such wonder ful suppor ters and customers.” Eastern Oklahoma's Largest Music Store 918-910-5111 SCHOOL OF MUSIC ThankYou d Music Scho We are honored to have again been voted: • Best Hot Dog • Most Iconic Place 321 N. York 3510 W. Okmulgee •BESTBARBER SHOP •BESTBARBER Jeremy “Pat”Patterson Muskogee’sMostExclusive Barber Shop 1312 S. York |918-931-3313 Tues-Fri 9-6 |Sat 8-4 Bookanappointmentatwww.obmuskogee.com Walk-ins Welcome 1100 N. York • 918-683-4690 Tues. thr uSat.11am– 9pm | Dine in • Carr y-out • Drive-thr u The Szabo Family extends our heartf elt “Thank You” forbeing voted Muskogee’s Best Steak OurTeamfromleft to right: ArmandiSzabo, SzabiSzabo (owners) StephonYates, employee;Samantha Szabo, Daniel Szabo(ow ner). Checkour FB page forDaily Specials Come in andmeetthe team andenjoy therestofour menu includingBurgers, Fish,BBQ andSandwiches. Ever ything madefromscratch! We are so honored to be Voted Muskogee’s BEST LAWN & LANDSCAPING SERVICES We value our customers and look forward to serving new friends! Fully Insured • Free Estimates 918-990-0946
30 READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 THANKYOU MUSKOGEE! 841N.MainSt• 918-683-6605 nissanofmuskogee.com We aresoproud youselected Mr.MILESJACKSON As BEST AUTOMOTIVE SALESPERSON Miles is ahardworker and committed Salesperson here at Nissan of Muskogee. He is agreat assettousand the community.Wesincerely appreciate your vote! We Appreciate Your Vote! Carr y-out and Deliver yWhereAvailable Thank You, Muskogee! All Day Buf fet, Ever yDay. Best Pizza Best Salad Bar THANK YOU PARENTS of MUSKOGEE AREA For Voting our Dr.Tracy Hoos as Best Doctor Best Children’sHealth Care 904 WOkmulgee St, Muskogee, OK 74401 918.910.7991•Hoosediatrics.com WE ARE OPEN !
READERS’ CHOICE | 2022 31 New roofing companyselected by readers Story and Photo S By Ronn Rowland
“I use this roofing business as an avenue to give back to the community,” Lane said. “I try to give back to the community, but it also helps me get my name out there.”
newcoMer Makes iMPact on residents
His jobs surround all aspects of roofing, from repairs to re modeling.“Iwould say that 80% of our business is re-roofs,” he said.
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Stephen Lane has only been in business 15 months.
Lane worked for Roughneck Supply for almost 10 years be fore he formed the limited liability company (LLC) for Rough neck Roofing in 2020. He said he started his first project with Roughneck Roofing in May 2021.
A Fort Gibson native. Lane played soccer at Bacone College. When his soccer career ended, he said it was time to spread his wings.“Born and raised in Fort Gibson,” he said. “I ended up mov ing away for 15 years with a different business doing operations management for a logistics company. You end up coming back home…I left as fast as I could when I was 18. “Now I’m here with my wife, who teaches in Fort Gibson, an 8-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son.”
Roughneck Roofing was based in Fort Gibson until recently. Now his base of operations is located at 2421 S. York St., #14, sharing the same office area with his former employer, Rough neck Supply.
stephen Lane recently moved roughneck roofing from fort gibson, his hometown, to new office space on south york street in Muskogee.
“I had received my roofer’s license in the mail, and the very next day, a friend of mine asked if I knew a reliable roofing con tractor,” Lane said. “I showed him a copy of my license and said, ‘Give me a chance.’ You could say that was a little bit of luck, but you need that sometimes.”
“Another 10% we have commercial and the other 10% is re pairs.”
“There will be a wall to separate the two businesses,” he said. “But I clearly have a history with those guys.”
So upon hearing that Roughneck Roofing was selected by the Muskogee Phoenix readership as the top roofing company, he was thrilled.
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Finalists: Wordy Gurdy, Sudoku BeSt SHopping/StoreS best ag/laWn eQuiPment store t ractor s u PPLy. Tractor Suppluy offers products for home improvement, agriculture, lawn and garden maintenance, livestock, equine and pet care.
Finalists: Father Look-A-Like Contest, Cutest Couple Valentine Photo contest best local columnist h o LLy r osser Mi LL er.
Finalists: Anita Wright-Cammie’s Salon, McDaniel Family Chiropractic best medical sPa h o LLy’s d ay sPa. Holly’s customers can choose from a variety of options, including massage, facials, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, electrolysis and non-surgical liposuction.
Finalists: Muskogee Family Medicine, Parker Family Clinic BeSt oF muSkogee pHoenix best comic striP g arfie L d. Originally published locally as Jon in 1976, then in nationwide syndication from 1978 as Garfield, it chronicles the life of the title character, Garfield the cat; Jon Arbuckle, his human owner; and Odie, the dog.
Finalists: Restaurant Feature, Question of the Day sPecial section/ magazine g reen c ountry Li V ing. Readers made it clear that Green Country Living is their favorite magazine. It offers people a chance to meet their neighbors, take a peek inside their homes, discuss the latest trends and more.
Finalists: Olde America Antique Mall, Red Shed Flea Market
Finalists: Eastgate Retirement Center, The Springs Skilled Nursing & Therapy best Pharmacy e cono M y Phar M acy. Two branches in Muskogee are dedicated to professional, prompt and personal service.
Finalists: Luxe Skin & Beauty Bar LLC., NuAge Medical Spa best medical suPPly/ aPParel store k ristie’s s cru B s ho P LL c . Kristie’s offers a great selection of uniforms, scrubs and accessories.
Finalists: Xpress Wellness Urgent Care-North, Xpress Wellness Urgent Care-South best vision center h og L e e ye c are c enter. Hogle offers full vision exams and will diagnose conditions so that your eyes remain healthy.
Finalists: Compassus, Complete Hospice Care best hosPital s aint f rancis. Par of the Saint Francis Health System since 2017, this hospital offers high-quality, comprehensive and innovative care across the region.
Finalists: Dr. Lambert, Dr. Whatley best doctor’s office d r. g ary La MB ert. Lambert and his staff are dedicated to making sure you get the care you deserve to feel your best.
Finalists: Action Seating & Mobility, Alternacare best nursing home P L easant Va LL ey h eath c are. Pleasant Valley helps residents retain as much freedom and independence as possible as well as providing medical care to keep residents healthy.
Finalist: Ernie’s Pharmacy best urgent care center u rgent c are of Muskogee. Urgent Care of Muskogee specializes in treating non-life-threatening illnesses and symptoms.
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Finalists: Eye Care of Muskogee. Stewart & Trimble Optometry best Physical theraPy e xce L Physica L t hera P y. Whether you’ve had an injury at home or in the workplace, Excel can help you get back on your feet.
Finalist: Micki J. Shelton best re-occurring feature o kie f ro M Muskogee. For 52 weeks a year, the Phoenix has been featuring some famous and not-sofamous Okies from Muskogee.
Finalists: Marvin’s, Keith Hardware best antiQue store h attie’s h ouse a nti Q ues. Something old and something new can be found in the countless booths of unique gifts and furnishings.
Services include medications and supplies, individualized care, nutrition, respite care and grief counseling.
Finalists: Zits, Peanuts best facebook contest n urses w eek/Best n urse c ontest. Readers couldn’t wait to nominate the best nurse in Muskogee, and there are plenty of great ones here to choose from.
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Finalists: Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center, Cornerstone Hospital best massage h o LLy’s d ay sPa. Holly’s customers can choose from a variety of options, including massage, facials, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, electrolysis and non-surgical liposuction.
Finalists: Summit Physical Therapy, Access 2Healthcare Solutions Best d octor d r. h oos. Friendly staff, knowledgeable practices and trustworthy service all come together at Dr. Hoos’ office.
Finalists: Muskogee Beverage, Broadway Liquor best men’s clothing store o kie o utfitters. Okie Outfitters was built upon the idea that a man should have a place to find something for himself, something for a friend and feel like he’s at home.
Finalists: Lowe’s Home Improvement Store, Ace Television & Appliance best cell Phone store at & t s tore. AT&T offers cell phones, smartphones, tablets and accessories.
Finalists: TJ Maxx, Ross best musical instrument store z o M ac s choo L of Music. Lessons, accessories, instruments and much more fill the musical needs of customers.
Finalists: 918 Vapes, Discount Smoke Shop best sPorting goods store d unha M ’s sP orts. Shoppers can find a wide variety of apparel and sporting goods to get you active.
Finalists: Cooper’s Furniture, Galleria Furniture best locally oWned hardWare store h oo P es h ardware. In Muskogee for more than 80 years, the business has carried plenty of hardware and gift items.
Finalists: Hibbett Sports, Mike’s Outdoor best thrift shoP s u P er t hrift. Located in Lakeland Shopping Center, this store provides goods for sale to support women who are struggling with homelessness, pain and despair.
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Finalists: Okie Gals Boutique, Economy Pharmacy best selection of Wine usa Li Q uors & w ine c e LL ars. USA offers friendly service, knowledgeable employees and a great selection. Finalists: Pecan Creek Winery, Broadway Liquor best shoe store Brown’s s hoe f it c o. o f Muskogee. Brown’s offers the latest styles of shoes for men, women and children in athletic, casual and dress styles.
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Finalists: The Samaritan Center of Muskogee, The Salvation Army Family Store best Women’s clothing store Pinon c reek t rading c o. Pinon Creek Trading Co. is a locally owned boutique that specializes in gifts, women’s clothing and accessories.
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Finalists: Oktaha Surplus Outlet, A Second Peek Boutique best flooring store Lowe’s h o M e iMP ro V e M ent. Whether you’re looking for tile, carpet or large area rugs, Lowe’s has a great selection.
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Finalists: Sammy’s Jewelry, Daniel’s Jewelers best liQuor store usa Li Q uors & w ine c e LL ar. USA offers friendly service, knowledgeable employees and a great selection.
Finalists: Okie Mart, Keith Hardware & Supply best locally oWned home imProvement store o kie Mart. Shoppers can find a wide variety of products, from groceries and pet supplies to flooring and building materials.
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Finalists: Madewell Wireless, Cricket Wireless best children’s clothing store o kie g a L s Bouti Q ue. Okie Gals offers clothing items, tumblers, freshies, hats, wristlets and more.
Finalists: Grandview, Shawnee Crossing best smoke/vaPe shoP Pinky’s sM oke s ho P and aPPare L . Pinky’s offers a variety of items for their discerning customers.
Finalists: Andy’s Convenience, Toby’s Pit Stop best locally–oWned discount store o kie Mart. Shoppers can find a wide variety of products, from groceries and pet supplies to flooring and building materials.
Finalists: Kids and More, TJ Maxx best convenience store Quik t ri P. The Tulsa-based chain sells a variety of snacks, coffee and cold drinks. They’ll even make you a pizza while you’re filling up your vehicle with gas.
Finalist: Hoopes Hardware best JeWelry store h a L ey & L L oyd. Locally owned by Mike Haley, this store describes itself as the “most trusted jeweler in the market.”
Finalist: Square Deal best office suPPly f i V e s tar o ffice s u PPLy. Five Star has everything you need to furnish and maintain your office.
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