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People & Places
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SERVER
ACCOUNTANT
BARTENDER
VETERINARIAN
Niki Elkins – Stone Canyon Pizza
Justin Ernzen – Ernzen & Ernzen
Nick Casale – Parkville American Legion
David Leighr – Long Veterinary Clinic
stonecanyonpizza.com
455 S. Sam Barr Drive, Suite 104, Kearney 256-4403 ernzencpa.com
11 Main St., Parkville 741-5387 legion.org
19615 E. Highway 92, Kearney 635-6616 animalhospitalkearney.com
Betty Garton – Daily Café & Grill
Rob Jones – RC Jones & Associates
Tara Thompson – Texas Roadhouse
Lawrence Kovac – Northland Mobile Veterinary Clinic
Look for additional silver anniversary coverage of this annual recognition in the Liberty Tribune, Gladstone Dispatch, The Kearney Courier and The Smithville Herald.
Brodie Larson – Texas Roadhouse
Lorraine Brant – L J Brant & Co.
Dennis Oberfoel – D’Barb & Grill
Wayne Morris – The Animal Clinic of Kearney
Thank you to all who voted and make the Northland the best the metro area has to offer!
INSURANCE AGENT
HAIR STYLIST
BARBER
AUCTIONEER
Donita Hunt – Allstate Insurance
Dana Speiser – New Beginnings
Jim Hess – Hess Style Shop
Jeff Cates – Cates Auction & Realty Co.
7501 NW Tiffany Springs Parkway, Kansas City 587-4181 agents.allstate.com
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney
194 W. Highway 92, Kearney 628-4827
1440 Iron St., North Kansas City 781-1134 catesauction.com
Michelle Russo – Salon Di Bella
Darrell McClung
Nigro Brothers Charity Auctioneers
Jill Sanders – Aspen Salon & Spa
Dennis Snapp – Ben Bolt Barber Shop
Josh Moyer – M & M Auction House
It’s an honor to share the Best
of the Northland winners for the 25th year. The following pages list the favorite venues, services, retailers, care providers and more — all chosen by our readers during voting this spring using write-in ballots.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
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HAIR/NAIL SALON
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Jerry Crocker – Roberts Robinson Chevrolet Buick GMC
Susan DeLisle – Briar Clippery
Shelby Diehl – Shelby Lynne Photography
Westbrook Care Center
New Beginnings
1501 Kearney Road, Excelsior Springs 630-3151
305 NW North Shore Drive, Kansas City 587-7393 bcdoggrooming.com
1600 NE 77th Street, Gladstone 824-4035
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney 628-2222 westbrookcarecenter.com
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney
Allan Saxon – Al’s Repair
Christina Ackman – Animal Attic of Gladstone
David Dice – Dice Photography
Serendipity Boutique & Day Spa
XO Nails
AKKA Karate USA
Salon Di Bella
Bronze (Tie) James Janesko and Jeremy Simmons – Roberts Chevrolet Buick of Platte City
Too Dog Gone Cute
Thank you for your support T and this honor for 2015 Top Northland Real Estate Agent Lyn Cheek Re/Max Revolution (816) 455-8600
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LOCAL NORTHLAND ARTIST
TANNING SALON
DAY SPA
BEST PLACE TO WORK
BEST PLACE TO WORK
Cathy Kline
Celsius Tannery
Salon Oasis & Day Spa
BankLiberty
Westbrook Care Center
8701 N. River Park Drive, Parkville 913-449-4460 facebook.com/cathyklineartgallery
celsiustan.com
8504 N. Church Road, Kansas City 415-3733 salonoasisanddayspa.com
banklibertykc.com
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney 628-2222 westbrookcarecenter.com
Dolores Limpic – Visual Design at Nell Hill’s
Sun Tan City
Betsy’s Massage
Liberty Hospital
Marx Dental
Sam Cangelosi
Kabana TANZ
Serendipity Boutique & Day Spa
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff
Owen Homes
More than 50 employees
Less than 50 employees
Thank you for voting for me
“Thanks for Voting Us Best Lawn Service Company in the Northland”
“One of the Best Pediatricians in the Northland”
Dr. Ermalyn Kubart
Mowing • Lawn Renovations Licensed • Insured • Fertilizing Snow Removal • Free Estimates
816-429-8100 75049085
loving-care for kids BIG and small 75027512
Thank you for voting us one of the
BEST CUPCAKES
in the Northland 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015
816.505.1777 Smallcakes of Burlington Creek 6127 NW 63rd Terr., KCMO 64151 • www.smallcakeskcn.com
75049883
8781 n. platte purchase drive kansas city, mo 64155 tel 816.587.3200 fax 816.587.7644 www.pediatriccarenorth.com
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Thank you for voting KME
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816.628.4049
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People & Places
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DUI/ TRAFFIC LAW
BANKRUPTCY LAWYER
EMPLOYMENT AGENCY
CHARITABLE ORG./ NONPROFIT
FINANCIAL ADVISOR/ PLANNER
Jeff Eastman – Keleher & Eastman
Christopher Fink – The Fink Law Firm
Flexible Staffing of Clay County
Hillcrest Transitional Housing
Kirk Fine – Waddell & Reed
403 NW Englewood Road, Gladstone 452-6030 keleher-eastman.com
8350 N. St. Claire Ave., Suite 225, Kansas City 505-1111 defendingyourrights.net
210 N. Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs 630-4600 flexstaffkcmo.com
6520 NW Prairie View Road, Kansas City 505-0200 hillcresttransitionalhousing.org
3000 NE Brooktree Lane, Kansas City 452-4000 kansascity.wrfa.com
William Voorhies
Anytime Labor
Assistance League of Kansas City
Jerry Snider – Snider & Talbot Financial Planning
Kelly Services
Disabled American Veterans
Mike Emmick – Edward Jones
John Chick – The Law Office of John E. Chick, Jr.
Paemon Aramjoo – Aramjoo Law Firm
Thank you Northland. Your Votes have honored us for the 4th Consecutive Year as Best Assisted Living Community. 8300 N.W. BARRY RD. • KANSAS CITY, MO 64153 75047580
(816) 584-3200
www.BethesdaSeniorLiving.com
An Innovative Alzheimer’s & Dementia Community THE REAL DEAL IN MEMORY CARE Serving Active Men & Women With: • Secured Community with Home Like Atmosphere • Specially Trained & Caring Staff • Accessible & Gated Park Like Courtyard
• Engaging & Personalized Activities • Gourmet Meals & Restaurant Style Dining • Private Apartment Style Living
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Food & Drink
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FAMILY RESTAURANT
BREAKFAST RESTAURANT
DELI/SANDWICH SHOP
PIZZA PLACE
JJ’s Homestead Homestyle Family Restaurant
Kate’s Kitchen
The Rock Café & 4th Street Deli
Pizza Shoppe – Kearney
607 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-2505 jjshomestead.com
8002 N. Oak Trafficway, Gladstone 436-7200 kateskitchenkc.com
400 S. Jefferson St., Kearney 903-4010 kearneyrockcafe.com
921 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-3544 pizzashoppe.com
Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor
Corner Café – Flintlock Road
Panera Bread – Church Road
Minsky’s – Barry Road East
Cheddar’s Casual Cafe
JJ’s Homestead Homestyle Family Restaurant
Sorella’s Deli
Marco’s Pizza
Thanks for voting us one of the BEST of the Northland in 2 categories! BEST THRIFT STORE THE ReSALE SHOP 6601 N. Oak Trafficway 816-455-4485
Thanks Northland for voting
Olympus Custom Homes Best Home Builder!
BEST CHARITY Assistance League of Kansas City www.alkc.org
Serving the Northland for 32 years. 75049940
Thank you for voting!
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A boutique & yoga studio...naturally!
WINNER IN: • Best Yoga Studio • Best Boutique • Best Natural & Organic Products 108 W. WASHINGTON ST. • KEARNEY. MO 64060 • 816.635.3435
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816-781-3357 info@olympuscustomhomes.com
75048997
75048592
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July 30, 2015
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HAMBURGER JOINT
FAST FOOD RESTAURANT
BARBECUE RESTAURANT
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
LC’s Hamburgers Etc.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Smokehouse Barbeque
Red Lobster
7612 NW Prairie View Road, Kansas City 741-6027
9800 NE Barry Road, Kansas City 792-9902 freddysusa.com
smokehousebbq.com
450 NW Barry Road, Kansas City 468-6116 redlobster.com
Big Burger
Culver’s – Liberty
Wabash BBQ
Bonefish Grill
Hayes Hamburger & Chili
Wendy’s – Liberty
Smokin’ Guns BBQ
Trezo Mare Restaurant and Lounge
Thank You for Voting
We at McKnight Eye Centers would like to thank you so much for voting us Best of the Northland again. We are proud and humbled! We strive to treat our patients like family!
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McKnight
Best of the Northland!
2320 Armour Road • NKC • 816.472.1412
Eye Centers
515 N. State Route 291, Liberty MO 816-781-2900 • www.mcknighteyecenters.com 75049846
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Food & Drink STEAK HOUSE
CHICKEN RESTAURANT
Texas Roadhouse
Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor
168 N. Stewart Court, Liberty 781-9899 texasroadhouse.com
5410 NE Oakridge Road, Kansas City 454-9600 stroudsnorth.com
Hereford House
Down South Chicken Shack
LongHorn Steakhouse
ASIAN RESTAURANT
THANK YOU!
We are honored & blessed to be
Best of the Northland 3 years in a row!
Here to help your family when you need us most Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Parkinson’s Care Laundry • Housekeeping • Meal Prep Dressing • Bathing • Toileting Companionship • Activities Errands • Transportation Medication Reminders
Chick-fil-A – Liberty
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INDIAN RESTAURANT
Individualized Care Plans Trustworthy, Responsive Dependable Care Staff Full-time - Part-time Check-ins - 24/7
Hunan Garden – Kearney
Seva Cuisine of India
635 Highway 92, Kearney 628-6938
8674 NE Flintlock Road, Kansas City 407-9700 sevacuisineofindia.com
(816) 455 - 9300
Swagat
851 NW 45th St Gladstone, MO 64116
Wasahi Japanese Steak House
SeniorHelpers.com/KansasCityNorth
www.
Korma Sutra 75048598
China Wok
Serving Clay, Platte counties and surrounding areas
Preserving Independence - wherever you call HOME!
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July 30, 2015
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ITALIAN RESTAURANT
MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CUPCAKES
DOUGHNUT SHOP
Cascone’s Italian Restaurant
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant – Kearney
Sharin’ Sweets
Slivinskis’ Bakery
3733 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City 454-7977 cascones.com
105 S. Jefferson St., Kearney 903-9922 lafuentemexrest.com
100 E. Sixth St., Kearney 726-4058
180 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-2245 facebook.com/BetterBatter
Gino’s Italian Cuisine
Mi Ranchito
Smallcakes – Parkville
LaMar’s Donuts
Olive Garden – Liberty
Rancho Grande Cantina
ACES Cake Shop and Baker’s Supply
Donut King
8504 N. Church Road Kansas City, MO 64157 816-415-3733
www.salonoasisanddayspa.com Mon, Fri, Sat 9am-5pm Tue, Wed, Thu 9am-9pm Sunday Closed
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Best Day Spa
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Thank you for supporting Senior Star and inspiring people to embrace senior living. We are honored to serve you and to be named one of the “Best of the Northland� businesses. We will continue to offer World Class Service paired with our warm and friendly community.
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Food & Drink
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BAKERY
ICE CREAM/ FROZEN CUSTARD
CANDIES & CONFECTIONS
COFFEE SHOP
SPORTS BAR
Slivinskis’ Bakery
Baskin Robbins – Liberty
Sharin’ Sweets
MoJo’s Coffee House
Stables
180 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-2245 facebook.com/BetterBatter
118 N. Conistor St., Liberty 781-1031 baskinrobbins.com
100 E. Sixth St., Kearney 726-4058
100 E. Sixth St., Suite 3, Kearney 902-6656 facebook.com/mojoscoffee
627 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-3000 stablesgrill.com
ACES Cake Shop and Baker’s Supply
Sheridan’s Frozen Custard – Liberty
Classy Chocolate
Parkville Coffee
The Landing Eatery & Brew Pub
Hy-Vee – Liberty
Culver’s
Funky Monkey Corn Co.
Starbucks Coffee Co. – Barry Road
Tanner’s Bar & Grill
Thank You for voting us Best Bowling Center in the Northland
BALLET, POINTE , JAZZ , T AP, H IP H OP, M ODERN BETTER FACILITIES! BETTER INSTRUCTORS! Thank You to BETTER CLASS SIZES! BETTER PRICES!
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two great locations
www.IbsenDance.com
9550 N MCGEE
(RIGHT OFF NORTH OAK BEHIND McDONALDS)
Thank You Northland!
75050130
THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST IN THE NORTHLAND!
Thank you for voting for us in the 2015 Best of the Northland reader poll. We very much appreciate your support! t FEE ONLY FINANCIAL PLANNING t RETIREMENT PLANNING t INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
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Ross Reule, MD
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Food & Drink LIQUOR STORE
EverReady Pest Control Inc.
FARMERS MARKET
Thank you for Voting us Best of the Northland....again!! Party Place Liquors
Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers’ Market
101 Highway 92, Kearney 903-6969
111 N. Water St., Liberty 781-3575
Protect your Safe-Haven from these uninvited invaders Insects
Spiders
Termites
Bed Bugs
Rodents
Whether you call us once a week or once a year, we’ll call YOU ....
“Family” Gomer’s
Gladstone Farmers Market
7105 N Locust St. Gladstone, MO 64118
816 / 468-4002
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$10.00 Bubbles Wine & Spirits
We appreciate your Vote!!! Please use this for any EverReady Pest Control service
Parkville Farmers’ Market
(May not be combined with any other offer.
Exp: 09/30/15)
$10.00
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We’d Like to Thank You for Voting Us the Best Furniture Store nd. in the Northland.
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Voted 2015 “Best of the Northland” It has been our privilege to serve you for over 60 years.
Thank You!
—Beth, Greg & Laura Crowley
10 Northland Locations Serving You
At Highways 291 & 152 in Liberty Kansas City’s family owned furniture store for over 60 years 75049844
781-8002
www.crowleyfurniture.com
Including Parkville, Gladstone and Shoal Creek
banklibertykc.com
75050101
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GYM/WORKOUT FACILITY
YOGA STUDIO
BOWLING
BILLIARDS/POOL
GOLF COURSE
Gold’s Gym
Breathe Deep
Gladstone Bowl
Side Pockets
Paradise Pointe Golf Complex
goldsgym.com
12406 NE 172nd St., Kearney 635-3435 breathedeepnaturals.com
300 NW 72nd St., Kansas City 436-2595 gladstonebowl.com
600 NW Englewood Road, Kansas City 455-9900 sidepockets.com
18212 Golf Course Road, Smithville 532-4100
Anytime Fitness – Kearney
Zona Yoga – Liberty
Retro Bowl
Brass Rail
Staley Farms Golf Club
Planet Fitness – Barry Road
OM Prana Yoga & Consultants
AMF Pro Bowl Lanes
Retro Bowl
The National Golf Club of Kansas City
SLIVINSKIS’ BAKERY would like to thank all of our loyal customers for voting us
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BEST BAKERY BEST DONUTS 75049961
in the Northland
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MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO
PLACE TO HEAR LIVE MUSIC
NORTHLAND BAND
BIKE NIGHT
ROLLER SKATING RINK
AKKA
The Landing Eatery & Brew Pub
Harbour
Stables
Winnwood Skate Center
7504 N. Oak Trafficway, Gladstone 682-2428 akkanorthland.com
1189 W. Kansas St., Liberty 792-5230 landingeateryandpub.com
harbourtherockband.com
627 W. Highway 92, Kearney 903-3000 stablesgrill.com
4426 NE Winn Road, Kansas City 452-1171 winnwoodsk8.com
FastKick Martial Arts & Sport Taekwondo
Paul & Jack’s Tavern
One Night Stand
Worth Harley-Davidson
Northland Rolladium Skate Center
Pak’s Academy of Martial Arts
Bar Louie
Cherry Bomb
No. 9 Saloon Bar & Grill
River Roll Skate Center
Thank you for voting us the Best Chiropractors in The Northland!
305 NW Englewood Ct. • Suite 200 Gladstone, MO 64118 • 816-454-5433 MON 8-12 2-6:30 • TUE 8-2 • WED 8-12 2-6:30 THUR 2-6:30 • FRI 8-12 2-6:30
WE NOW OFFER SATURDAY 9 to NOON HOURS!
Conveniently located at 169 and Englewood Rd. next to Mazuma Credit Union. “Like” us on Facebook! 75048810
It is our goal as a team to provide you with the best overall health care. We use our knowledge as lifestyle doctors to help you move toward a balanced and vibrant state. We collect your goals and help you achieve them; not by treating disease, but by proactively treating the whole person as a self-healing, self regulating miracle. Dr. Bruce Rippee - C.C.W.P. Dr. Jim Wyllie - C.C.W.P., D.A.B.C.O Dr. Chris McClenney Dr. Jake Wyllie - C.C.W.P. Dr. Bennett Wyllie
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DANCE/GYMNASTICS STUDIO
TOURIST ATTRACTION
INDOOR RECREATION FACILITY
DEAL FOR FAMILY NIGHT OUT
FAMILY RECREATION
Ibsen Dance
Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun
PowerPlay
B&B Liberty Cinema 12
PowerPlay
436-7277 or 436-8885 ibsendance.net
4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City 454-4545 worldsoffun.com
509 NW Barry Road, Kansas City 268-4386, ext. 102 powerplaykc.com
2101 W. Kansas St., Liberty 781-4141 bbtheatres.com
509 NW Barry Road, Kansas City 268-4386, ext. 102 powerplaykc.com
Conservatory of Dance Education
Jesse James Farm & Museum
Amazing Play Fun Center
Pizza Ranch
Worlds of Fun/ Oceans of Fun
Mercury Gymnastics
Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary
Fun Run
PowerPlay
Platte County Community Center South YMCA
Thank You for voting us BEST BBQ in the Northland! Fast, Shiny, and Dry... Every Time! Kansas City (Zona Rosa): 816-587-3337 337 75050004
Gladstone: 816-454-4500
For catering and banquet information, call 816-454-4500 or the location nearest you. We ship nationwide. Visit www.SmokeHouseBBQ.com for details.
Thank you for voting Massage Heights Best of the Northland!
75050151
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9225 NE 152 Hwy, Kansas City MO 64158 816.792.4783 • www.massageheights.com
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 IN 2015!
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Real Estate
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REAL ESTATE AGENT
REAL ESTATE AGENCY
HOME BUILDER
NEW HOME SUBDIVISION
Lyn Cheek – RE/MAX Revolution
RE/MAX Revolution
Olympus Custom Homes
Urban North
2850 Kendallwood Parkway, Kansas City 455-8600 lynshomes.com
2850 Kendallwood Parkway, Kansas City 455-8600 movin-on-up.net
1611 Ashton Circle, Liberty 781-3357 olympuscustomhomes.com
9331 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City 721-9400 refinedkc.com
Brian Hill – Keller Williams
RE/MAX 1st Choice – The Rucker Group
Owen Homes
Brentwood Hills
Angela Stephenson – RE/MAX Innovations
Keller Williams Kansas City Northland
Craig Archer – New Mark Homes
Staley Farms
Dr. Leighr, Dr. Bowers and the entire staff at Long Veterinary Clinic would like to thank our loyal customers for voting Dr. Leighr one of the Best Veterinarians in the Northland.
THANK YOU FOR VOTING RONALD C. MULLENNIX BEST OF THE NORTHLAND
Located At:
Areas of Practice Estate Planning, Business Law, Real Estate, Probate & Trust Administration
We look forward to many more years of helping animals in our community. 19615 Hwy 92 East • Kearney 816-635-6616 75050182
Thank YouLiberty’s Florist from
SERVING
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COMMUNITY
SINCE
1964
Ronald C. Mullennix Attorney at Law
Law Offices
Withers, Brant, Igoe & Mullennix P.C.
on the historic Liberty Square 18 East Franklin, Liberty, MO 64068 816.781.4707 • www.dageeflorist.com
Serving Liberty and the Northland 2 South Main Street | Liberty MO 64068 (816) 883-2613 | rmullennix@withersbrant.com
“A Florist Who Cares!”
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MORTGAGE COMPANY
APARTMENT COMPLEX
ASSISTED LIVING COMPLEX
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
BankLiberty
Westbrook Villa
Westbrook Care Center
Residences at Liberty Place
banklibertykc.com
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney 628-2222 westbrookcarecenter.com
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney 628-2222 westbrookcarecenter.com
1050 Kent St., Liberty 781-0300 fairwaymanagement.com
Cornerstone Mortgage
The Gardens at Barry Road
The Gardens at Barry Road
Senior Star at Wexford Place
CommunityAmerica Credit Union
The Retreat at Walnut Creek
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff
Thank You! For Voting Oakhill Day School Best in the Northland
We are proud to offer students ages Two through Eighth Grade a small and individualized learning environment full of unique educational experiences including Physical Education five days a week, Farm to School lunches, Technology and more! 75049698
NOW ENROLLING! Call 816.436.6228 to schedule a tour. www.oakhilldayschool.org
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Thank you for voting us one of the BEST in the Northland! Dr. Morris and staff
THANK YOU
for Voting Our Clinic one of the 816.628.4035 www.animalclinickearney.com “Best of the Northland.”
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• Lifts/Leveling Kits • Wheels & Tires • Custom Exhaust • Dealer Services • Performance Accessories • Truck, Jeep & SUV Accessories
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PAROCHIAL/ PRIVATE SCHOOL
UNIVERSITY/ COLLEGE
ONLINE COLLEGE
PRESCHOOL/ DAY CARE
Oakhill Day School
Park University
Park University
Guardian Angel Care Center
7019 N. Cherry St., Gladstone 436-6228 oakhilldayschool.org
8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville 741-2000 park.edu
8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville 741-2000 park.edu
105 S. Prospect St., Kearney 628-5205
St. Therese School
William Jewell College
University of Phoenix
Creative Kids Learning Center
Northland Christian School
Metropolitan Community CollegeMaple Woods
Metropolitan Community CollegeMaple Woods
Hands on Montessori School
Thank You for Voting
the Kearney Price Chopper
the BEST GROCERY STORE in the Northland We would like to THANK all of our wonderful customers for voting us one of the BEST ROOFING COMPANIES in the Northland!
Trusted name in roofing for over 40 years! 75049988
New Roofs • ReRoofing • Major/Minor Repairs Maintenance • Inspections • Storm Damage www.acordroofing.com • (816) 891-0639
701 Watson Drive Kearney, MO 64060 (816) 628-6626 75050127
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EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING/TUTOR
TEACHER GRADES K-6
TEACHER GRADES 7-12
COACH
Sylvan Learning
Katie Hoy Dogwood Elementary School
Gaylen Mast Winnetonka High School
Josh Gray – Football Kearney High School
888-338-2283 sylvanlearning.com
1400 Cedarwood Parkway, Kearney 903-1400 khs.ksdr1.net
5815 NE 48th St., Kansas City 413-5500 nkcschools.org
715 E. 19th St., Kearney 628-4585 khs.ksdr1.net
The Tutoring Center
GiGi Leighr – Southview Elementary
Lori Dameron – Oak Park High School
Blake Seifert – Platte County High School Football
Mathnasium
Mark Dieckman – Nashua Elementary
Michelle Lawrence – Kearney High School
Sharon Miller – Kearney FIRST Robotics
ou C w.p fo t ou hec ara r sp r w k 36 Hole golf complex dis ec ebs ep ia ite • Posse and Outlaw oin ls! teg • Right on shores of Smithville Lake olf .co Huge golf shop m ww
Thank You
75048076
for voting us as your Favorite Golf Course!
Membership opportunities available
Award winning pro shop www.paradisepointegolf.com
Excellent tournament venue
Pro Shop 816-532-4100 18212 Golf Drive Smithville, MO 64089
4,000 sq. ft. banquet facility
Snack bar, driving range, lessons available Exciting “Hideout Lounge”
to all our Friends who chose us as the “Best of the Northland”
“I’d like to thank all my current and past clients and look forward to serving the North community for many more years in the future!”
Ed Kavanaugh ORTHODONTIST
We Style Smiles
9401 N. Oak Trafficway, Ste 120, Kansas City, MO 64155 645 W. 92 Hwy., Kearney, MO 64060 1911 W. Jesse James Rd., Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Angela Stephenson, RE/MAX Innovations 816-260-7294 • www.AgentAngieKC.com
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1-800-422-8759 • www.edkavanaughortho.com
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MEDICAL CLINIC
Liberty Hospital
The Liberty Clinic
2525 Glenn Hendren Drive, Liberty 781-7200 libertyhospital.org
2609 Glenn Hendren Drive, Liberty 781-7730 libertyhospital.org
North Kansas City Hospital
Meritas Health Gashland
Saint Luke’s North Hospital – Barry Road
The Kearney Clinic
Thank you Northland for voting Lamar’s Donuts Among the Best Donuts in the Northland for 2015. 1183 Kansas St. Liberty, MO
1 OFF
$ 75048166
One Dozen Donuts
I am very thankful for the great support shown to me from the Northland. Justin Ernzen CPA
455 Sam Barr Dr #104 Kearney, MO 64060
75048615
On behalf of Ernzen & Ernzen, LLC we are grateful to the Northland for naming Justin Ernzen “Best Accountant.” We look forward to many more years of service in our community.
www.ernzencpa.com
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FAMILY PHYSICIAN
OB/GYN
CHIROPRACTOR
OPTOMETRIST
Dr. James Marx – Meritas Health Vivion
Dr. Mary Clare Reardon – Northland Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Mark Stratham – Kearney Family Chiropractic Center
Dr. Glen Pate – Discover Vision Center
781-7820 northlandobgyn.com
301 Platte-Clay Way, Suite B, Kearney 628-6738 kearneyfamilychiro.com
9401 N. Oak Trafficway, Suite 200, Kansas City 478-1230 discovervision.com
Dr. Jay W. Kimball – Meritas Health Park Plaza
Dr. David W. Myers – Meritas Health Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Bruce Rippee – Chiropractic Life Center
Dr. Ann C. Waterman – Liberty Optometric Office
Dr. Robert Drogen – Creekwood Family Care
Dr. Timothy Billharz – Northland Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Paul Foster – Foster Chiropractic Center
Dr. Barry Bowles – Kearney Vision Care
2000 NE Vivion Road, Kansas City 453-1314 meritashealth.com
Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers' Market Produce, Meats, Eggs, Baked Goods, Prepared Foods.
Saturdays, August 1st 1st through October 31st 7 a.m. to Noon through Sept.. 8 am. to Noon in Oct..
75050011
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Thanks for Voting Us Best Farmers' Market Two Years in a Row.
816-581-6523 816 581 6523
Thank you for voting us one of the
Design
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BEST IN THE NORTHLAND! Celebrating 12 years!
B u i l d
Flexible Staffing of Clay County, LLC
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OwenHomesKC.com
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Thank you for voting us Best of the Northland 2015!
210 N. Jesse James Rd., Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 (816) 630-4600
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DENTIST
PEDIATRIC DENTIST
ORTHODONTIST
EYE SURGEON
Dr. Robert Marx – Marx Dental
Dr. Louis Pollina – Dentistry for Children
Dr. Ed Kavanaugh
Dr. Andrew Moyes – Moyes Eye Center
5708 N. Broadway St., Gladstone 452-2000 marxdental.com
548-3400 kidsdentistkc.com
800-422-8759 edkavanaughortho.com
5151 NW 88th St., Kansas City 746-9800 moyeseye.com
Dr. William Reed
Feldhaus Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Steven Billings – Braces by Billings
Dr. Scott J. McKnight – McKnight Eye Centers
Dr. Joseph E. Evans
Dr. Scott Thomas – Shoal Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Kurt Kavanaugh – Kurt Kavanaugh Orthodontics
Dr. Kathryn Hembree – Northland Eye Specialists
Thank you for Voting JJ’s Homestead
Best Family Restaurant & Best Breakfast
Thank You...
Open Daily 6:00 am to 9:00 pm Breakfast Served until 11:00 am
“...to all our clients & everyone that has trusted us and who have helped make us a success in the Northland since 2002. We will be here as long as you want us here.”
607 W. 92 Hwy., Kearney, MO 64060
75050205
816-903-2505
Randy, Kristy, Ashley, Tricia, Mary Ann, Cristen, Daniele, Deb and Liz, Your No Worries Pet Care Team
816-415-9267
Thank You for Voting Us as one of the
Best in the Northland “Creativity is Intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein
75050252
1600 Swift, iff Suite 300 North Kansas City, MO 64116 816-572-3191 • srsdesignkc.com
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PEDIATRICIAN
PODIATRIST
Dr. John Hertenstein – Health Care for Children
Dr. Matthew Nielsen – Comprehensive Foot Centers
9501 NE 81st Terrace, Suite 100, Kansas City 792-1170 healthcareforchildrenkc.com
455-1155 compfoot.com
Dr. Paul Lively – Health Care for Children
Dr. Robert A. Shemwell
Dr. Ermalyn Kubart – Pediatric Care North
Dr. James J. Good – Mid-America Foot & Ankle Specialists
would liike to th hank the Northland for voting uss
#1 Best Grocery Store in the Northland for the
11th straight year.
Thank You
to everyone who voted Dr. Haas and Dr. Snyder as Best in the Northland
Thank you to all our customers! Robert W. Haas, M.D.
Ryan R. Snyder, M.D.
Liberty Orthopedics
7117 N. Prospect Ave., Gladstone, MO • 816-452-6500 109 N. Blue Jay Dr., Liberty, MO • 816-792-3210
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816.781.6066
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CARDIOLOGIST
DERMATOLOGIST
IN-HOME CARE
SPORTS MEDICINE
Dr. Michael Gibson – Liberty Hospital
Sunflower Dermatology & Medical Day Spa
Focus Healthcare Solutions
Liberty Hospital Sports Medicine
2521 Glenn Hendren Drive, Liberty 407-5490
1805 NW Platte Road, Suite 120, Riverside 472-0400 sunflowerdermatology.com
950 Highway 92, Kearney 628-5303 focusedhealth.com
398 N. Blue Jay Drive, Liberty 407-2315 libertyhospital.org
Dr. Dwarak Soundarraj – Liberty Cardiovascular Specialists
Dr. Ross Reule – Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center
Liberty Hospital Home Health
Saint Luke’s Sports Rehabilitation
Dr. Christopher Rouse – Northland Dermatology
Senior Helpers
ARC Physical Therapy+
would like to thank everyone the voted us one of the
Best Hardware Stores in the Northland We have served the Kearney area for over 60 years and look forward to many more in the future!
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
700 E 92 Hwy, Kearney, MO • 816-628-6111 75050203
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Congratulations
Medical
URGENT CARE
ORTHOPEDIC Thank You to everyone who voted Dr. Haas and PHYSICIAN Dr. Snyder as Best in the Northland
Creekwood Family Care Urgent Care
Robert W. Haas, M.D. Dr. Robert W. Haas – Ryan R. Snyder, M.D. Liberty Orthopedics Liberty Orthopedics
Children’s Mercy Northland
2521 Glenn Hendren Dr. Ste. 204
Doctor’s Building, Liberty Hospital Campus, Liberty, MO 64068 www.libertyorthopedics.com 2521 Glenn Hendren Drive, Suite 204, Liberty 816.781.6066 781-6066 libertyorthopedics.com 75050207
5601 NE Antioch Road, Suite 12, Gladstone 913-588-1227 kumed.com
to all of our winners!
Dr. Ryan R. Snyder – Liberty Orthopedics Pamper your pooch at
Meritas Health Gashland
Too Dog Gone Cute, Dr. Daniel D. Weed – Saint Luke’s Health System
where it’s all about your pet!
75050567
We are the Parkville area’s most trusted dog grooming service. Our Services include a full range of hair cutting and grooming services, doggy teeth brushing and much more.
Thank You for This Honor
Contact Us today to find out about our puppy program. You’ll simply love it dog gone it... and your pet will too!
10905 NW 45 HWY – PARKVILLE
816-591-8703 Thank You for Voting Us Best Chicken Restaurant!
416 E. Mill Street • Liberty, MO 64068
816-883-8326
75050025
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Medical AUDIOLOGIST
AESTHETIC/ COSMETIC MEDICINE
Connect Hearing
Boulware Medical Clinic
connecthearing.com
1131 W. Highway 152, Liberty 792-5577 boulwaremedicalclinic.com
Dr. Jennifer Schumacher – Midwest Medical Specialists
Jacque Jenkins – Envy Salon
Dr. Lainey Lake – Associated Audiologists
Dr. Molly Menser – Sunflower Dermatology & Medical Day Spa
#BeMoreAtMCC
Classes begin August 17th.
, WE RE MORE THAN A GREAT START
FUNKY MONKEY CORN COMPANY THANKS OUR COMMUNITY FOR VOTING US THE BEST IN THE NORTHLAND!
MCC-Maple Woods is the right college for students who want a quality academic experience or a jumpstart on their career. Maple Woods is also honored to be reconginzed as one of the “Best in the Northland” educational institutions.
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7115 N. Locust St., Gladstone, MO 64118 • (816) 701 - 6232 funkymonkeycorncompany.com
MCC-MAPLE WOODS
• Accident & Injury • Work-Related Injuries • Divorce & Custody • Traffic Tickets • Criminal Defense • Bankruptcy • Drunk Driving
Find out your next steps to enroll by:
(816) 505-1111 8350 N. St. Clair Ave. Suite 225
visiting: mcckc.edu/newstudents email: mw.admissions@mcckc.edu call: 816.604.1000
The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code. (chapter 7)
75049353
75050325
www.DefendingYourRights.net CHRIS FINK cfinklaw@gmail.com ATTORNEY AT LAW
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PLUMBING COMPANY
ELECTRICIAN
EXTERMINATOR
ROOFING COMPANY
HOME EXTERIORS COMPANY
Hampton Plumbing
Joe Kilowat
All Pro Pest Control Services
Acord Roofing Co.
Kent Mohler Exteriors
1026 W. Innovation Drive, Kearney 628-5069 hamptonplumbing.net
6506 Royal St., Pleasant Valley 792-4888 joekilowatt.com
56 East St., Kearney 635-6407
9225 NW 63rd St., Parkville 891-0639 acordroofing.com
100 E. Sixth St., Kearney 628-4049 kmexteriors.com
Liberty Plumbing, Heating & AC
International Brotherhood of Electric Workers
Contact Termite Pest Control
Owen Homes
Owen Homes
Scott’s Custom Plumbing
Innovative Electrical Solutions
Ever-Ready Pest Control
Ameristar Roofing & Restoration
Lowe’s – Liberty
wants to
Thank You for voting us one of the
WORTH HARLEYDAVIDSON
is Proud to be a part of the Northland Community!
9400 NW PRAIRIE VIEW RD., KANSAS CITY, MO 64153, 816-420-9000 WWW.WORTHHARLEY-DAVIDSON.COM 75049944
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APPLIANCES
MASSAGE THERAPY
NATURAL/ORGANIC PRODUCTS
LAWN SERVICE
LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT
Lowe’s – Liberty
All About You Therapeutic Massage
Sprouts – Kansas City North
Patton Lawn Service
Lowe’s – Liberty
1920 N. Stewart Road, Liberty 407-2140 lowes.com
1170 W. Kansas St., Suite I, Liberty 407-9665 allaboutyoutherapeuticmassage.org
8383 N. Booth Ave., Kansas City 222-0202 sprouts.com
1900 Parkside Drive, Liberty 429-8100
1920 N. Stewart Road, Liberty 407-2140 lowes.com
Pence’s HVAC & Appliances
Serenity on the Square
GreenAcres Market
Houseworth Lawn Care
Gladstone Gardens
The Home Depot – Church Road
Massage Heights
Breathe Deep
Wolfe Lawn & Landscape
Bettis Industries
Thank You
for voting us Best of the Northland!
Liberty Plumbing, Heating, & AC LLC is a fourth generation family owned and operated business serving the Liberty area for over 90 years. -Richie & Mary Robinson, and Shaun Robinson
75049189
• Certified Trane Dealer • Trane Furnaces and AC • Heat Pumps • Hydronic Heat • Zoning systems • Air Purifiers
• Humidifiers • Garbage Disposals • Tank and Tankless Water Heaters • Bathroom Remodel • Backflow Testing
Liberty Plumbing, Heating, & AC LLC (816) 781-1469
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GARDEN/NURSERY CENTER
CARPET CLEANER
GROCERY STORE
CONVENIENCE STORE
HOME IMPROVEMENT COMPANY
Penrod’s Greenhouse
Pratt Carpet Cleaning
Price Chopper – Kearney
QuikTrip – Kearney
Lowe’s – Liberty
14820 Jesse James Farm Road, Kearney 628-6011 penrodsgreenhouse.com
405 E. 20th Terrace, Kearney 628-5602
701 Watson Drive, Kearney 628-6626 mypricechopper.com
401 E. Sixth St., Kearney 635-3859 quiktrip.com
1920 N. Stewart Road, Liberty 407-2140 lowes.com
Family Tree Nursery
Stanley Steemer
Hy-Vee – Gladstone
Casey’s General Store – Kearney
The Home Depot – Church Road
The Home Depot – Church Road
EverReady Services
Sprouts – Kansas City North
Pour Boys – Liberty
Kent Mohler Exteriors
Thank you for naming
Westbrook Care Center/Villas The Best Kept Secret The Best Place to Work The Best Apartment Complex & The Best Assisted Living Facility
A RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY AND INDEPENDENT LIVING APARTMENTS 401 PLATTE CLAY WAY • KEARNEY, MO • 816.628.2222 • westbrookcarecenter.com 75049972
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ANTIQUE STORE
INTERIOR DESIGN
FURNITURE STORE
MEN’S CLOTHING STORE
WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE
The Parkville Antique Mall
Nell Hill’s
Crowley Furniture
Dillard’s
Design in the City
180 English Landing Drive, Parkville 746-6255 parkvilleantiquemall.vpweb.com
4101 N. Mulberry Drive, Kansas City 746-4320 nellhills.com
200 N. Highway 291, Liberty 781-8002 crowleyfurniture.com
7350 NW 87th Terrace, Kansas City 741-0707 dillards.com
4163 N. Mulberry Drive, Kansas City 746-5544 designinthecitykc.com
Bradford’s Antiques
SRS Design
Nell Hill’s
Kohl’s – Church Road
Serendipity Boutique & Day Spa
Timeless Treasures Antique Mall
Two Blind Girls
Men’s Warehouse
Kohl’s – Church Road
PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS
” BEST” OF THE NORTHLAND
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CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE
THRIFT STORE
CONSIGNMENT STORE
MUSIC STORE
DRY CLEANER
Payton’s Closet
Savers
My Home To Yours
Meyer Music
Pride Cleaners
10 N. Main St., Liberty 792-2489
300 Highway 291, Liberty 792-4477 savers.com
6970 N. Broadway, Gladstone 420-9444 myhometoyourskc.com
6312 NW Barry Road, Suite 14, Kansas City 746-0500 meyermusic.com
442-8555 pridecleaners.com
Dillard’s
The ReSale Shop
Koley Poley
Vintage Stock
Foster’s Cleaners
Kohl’s
Synergy in Style Thrift Store
Payton’s Closet
Palen Music Center
Gene’s Cleaners
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And the winners are... The votes are in and you selected these Meritas Health physicians and services as the best in the Northland. Thank you for recognizing the expertise and dedication of our healthcare professionals. With more than 100 physicians in more than 30 Northland locations, there’s a Meritas Health provider that’s “Best” for you, too. From maternity, pediatrics, primary care, specialty care, surgery, and occupational and rehabilitation medicine, we personalize and coordinate a health plan that keeps you and your family well — now and for a lifetime.
)DPLO\ 0HGLFLQH Jay Kimball, MD Meritas Health Park Plaza
)DPLO\ 0HGLFLQH James Marx, DO Meritas Health VIvion
2% *<1 David Myers, MD Meritas Health Obstetrics & Gynecology
Visit MeritasHealth.com WR ĤQG D SK\VLFLDQ QHDU \RX The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has granted Patient Centered Medical Home recognition at the highest level for Meritas Health primary clinics.
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THANK YOU for voting TDR the Best Used Vehicle Dealership in the Northland! We are honored to be named one of the BEST Northland businesses, for two straight years!
TDRAutoPlaza.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 9 TO 8 • FRIDAY 9 TO 6 • SATURDAY 9 TO 5
877.612.2518 801 Country Ave. • Kearney, MO 64060
TDR Auto Plaza is Changing The Way Used Cars Are 75050225
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BED AND BREAKFAST
HARDWARE STORE
JEWELRY STORE
FLORIST SHOP
HEATING AND COOLING COMPANY
Stone-Yancey House
Westlake Ace Hardware – Gladstone
Balano Fine Jewelry
Bea’s Flowers & Gifts
A&R Comfort Heating & Cooling
421 N. Lightburne St., Liberty 415-0066 stoneyanceyhouse.com
5945 NE Antioch Road, Gladstone 454-9900 westlakehardware.com
111 NW Barry Road, Kansas City 436-6888
100 W. Washington St., Kearney 628-6811 beasflowers.com
6909 NW 76th Place, Kansas City 721-3883 arcomfortair.com
Main Street Inn
Porters Building Centers
Meierotto Jewelers
Gladstone Flowers
Liberty Plumbing, Heating & AC
P & G Hardware
Champagne Jewelers
D’Agee & Co. Florist
Amazing Comfort Heating and Cooling
Thank You!
Personalized Care for Smiles of All Ages
To everyone who voted us as Best in the Northland
75049951
• Specializing in Orthodontics for Adults & Children • Complimentary Exam • Invisalign Preferred Provider • Saturday and Evening Appointments Available • Just East of Metro North Mall
9 time recipient of the “Best of t h Northland e ” award !
8407 N. Main St.• Kansas City, MO 64155 816-420-8100 • www.KavanaughOrtho.com
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BARBER SHOP
BEAUTY SALON
PET STORE
POOL & SPA COMPANY
BANK
Hess Style Shop
New Beginnings
PetSmart
Pepper’s Pool & Spa
KCB Bank
194 W. Highway 92, Kearney 628-4827
401 Platte-Clay Way, Kearney
petsmart.com
7409 N. Oak Trafficway, Gladstone 468-5080 peppershottubs.com
628-6050 kcbbank.com
Casablanca Haircutting
Salon Di Bella
Petco
Northland Pool Management
Kearney Trust Co.
Darrell’s Style Shop
First Impression Salon
Miles of Exotics
Hot Spot Pools & Spas
BankLiberty
GO KEARNEY BULLDOGS! Congratulations to these Kearney School District teachers and coaches for being named the Best in the Northland!
Thank you for voting us one of the BEST bodyshops in the northland!
Thank you for always Pursing Excellence Today for Tomorrow!
KCI Collision Center
#bulldogpride Teachers: Katie Hoy, Michelle Lawrence, GiGi Leighr Coaches: Josh Gray, Sharon Miller From the staff of Kearney School District
75050128
816-270-0800
Auto Body Repair - Mechanical Services - Auto Sales
75050133
11000 HWY 92 Platte City, MO 64079 P: 816-270-0800 F: 816-270-2214 www.kcicollision.com
Congratulations
Jennifer Schumacher, AuD
for being voted as one of the Best of the Northland!
Midwest Medical Specialists is proud of you!!!
We are a multi-specialty practice with ENT and Dermatology. Audiology Services include: Hearing evaluations, assisted listening devices, hearing aids, pediatric audiology services
ENT services include: Sinus Disorders, Ear, Balance & Hearing Disorders, Snoring and Sleep Disorders, Reflux Management, Thyroid Disorders, Pediatric ENT, Neck Masses, Hoarseness and Voice Disorders, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Jennifer Schumacher, AuD Audiologist
Eric C. Christensen, M.D.* American Board of Otolaryngology
Erika Ward, AuD Audiologist
Avon C. Coffman, D.O.* American Board of Otolaryngology American Osteopathic Board of Otorhinolaryngology
Frank C. Koranda, M.D., M.B.A.* American Board of Otolaryngology American Board of Dermatology Brian M. Hendricks, D.O.* American Osteopathic Board of Otorhinolaryngology
Our practice also offers Dermatology and Skin Renewal services. Colleen M. Reisz, M.D.* American Board of Dermatology
Deborah B. Ohlhausen, M.D.* American Board of Dermatology
Jill S. Wallace, M.D.* American Board of Dermatology
Joseph Brant Schneider, D.O.* American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
Peter M. Knabel, D.O.* American Board of Dermatology
Kristin Sands, P.A.-C Lisa Orrick, P.A.-C
Creekwood Medical Building · 5330 N. Oak Trafficway, Suite 201 · Kansas City, MO 64118 · (816) 454-0666 Georgetown Medical Building · 8901 W. 74th Street, Suite 145 · Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 · (913) 722-0020 Seaport Complex/Mariner Building · 123 Westwoods Drive · Liberty, MO 64068 · (816) 883-2965 *Board Certified College Blvd. DERM Office · 8490 College Blvd. · Overland Park, KS 66210 · (913) 722-5551 Shawnee Mission Outpatient Pavilion · 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite A-275 · Lenexa, KS 66227 · (913) 722-0020 75050234
816-454-0666 • Office hours: Mon-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • www.midwestmedicalspecialists.com
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CREDIT UNION
COMPUTER REPAIR
TATTOO PARLOR
BOUTIQUE
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CommunityAmerica Credit Union
Northland Computer
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Automotive
NEW VEHICLE DEALERSHIP
July 30, 2015
Liberty Tribune - The Kearney Courier - Gladstone Dispatch - The Smithville Herald
USED VEHICLE MOTORCYCLE DEALERSHIP Our customers say that we just make it easy!
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Northtowne Lincoln
Roberts Robinson Chevrolet Buick GMC
Worth Harley-Davidson
NTB
Al’s Repair
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9400 NW Prairie View Road, Kansas City 420-9000 worthharley-davidson.com
ntb.com
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Gary Crossley Ford
TDR Auto Plaza
LCC Powersports (Liberty Cycle Center)
Discount Tire
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Thanks once again for honoring us as the Best from 2011 - 2015!
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Al’s Repair
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KCI Collison Center
Jiffy Lube
Cook’s Collision Repair
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PARKVILLE ANTIQUE MALL
CVS
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Automotive
July 30, 2015
Liberty Tribune - The Kearney Courier - Gladstone Dispatch - The Smithville Herald
CAR WASH
AUTO CUSTOMIZATION
AUTO TINTING
Green Lantern Car Wash
KC Customs
N.W. Audio
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2600 NW Prairie View Road, Platte City 858-2303 nwaudio.net
1600 NW Prairie View Road, Platte City 858-3200 robertschevroletbuick.com
American Pride
N.W. Audio
KC Tint Works
Wicklunds CARSTAR
The Better Wash
Tallantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hot Rods & Auto Body
Tint Master
AUTO DETAILING
Roberts Chevrolet PLATTE CITY Buick
1600 Prairie View Road, Platte City, Missouri 64079 Sales: 816-858-3200 Service: 866-704-0358
Congratulations to all of the winners for the 25th anniversary of the Best of the Northland! A special thank you to everyone who voted as well. Look for ballots for the 26th edition in our newspapers next spring.
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Thanks Northlanders for voting Gary Crossley Ford Best New AND Used Vehicle Dealership in the Northland Again!
Todd Crossley Dealer Principal
Gary Crossley
Gary Montoya General Manager
John Moore Used Vehicle Sales Manager
Howard Lonsdale Sales Manager
Leon Garrett Body Shop Manager
Michael York Service Director
Lisa Haffecke OfďŹ ce Manager
Ben Pacheco General Sales Manager
Brandon Culbertson Quick Lane Manager
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Sue McQueen Parts Manager
Josey Moore Sales Manager
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8050 N. Church Rd. I-35 & 152 Hwy.
816-781-4844
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