BEST OF RAMONA 2019
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BEST OF RAMONA 2019 READERS POLL
15th ANNUAL RAMONA SENTINEL READERS POLL
BEST OF R AMONA 2019
BEST OF RAMONA
2019 READERS POLL
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And thanks to the readers who voted them in!
Acupuncture Antiques AsiAn restAurAnt Auto Body repAir Auto repAir/MechAnic BAnk BAr/night spot Best hAppy hour BreAkfAst Brewery
The wait is over! The results are in!
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congratulations, BEST OF RAMONA WiNNERS!
here is how ramona sentinel readers voted in our 15th annual online favorites poll. Many of the “incumbents” are back, but there are a few new faces, too. this guide showcases the businesses, restaurants and people whose excellent efforts make ramona one of the most wonderful places on the planet in which to live, work and play. your support and patronage will help them keep up their great work!
Congratulations to the Winners! – the ramona sentinel
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Burger cArpet cleAning chips & sAlsA chiroprActor coffee
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fitness/gyM flooring florist golf course grocery store
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hAir sAlon hArdwAre/luMBer heAting & A/c hoMe services ice creAM
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dAnce studio dAncing dentAl cAre dessert dinner
insurAnce kids sports leAgue lAndscApe MAteriAls legAl services live Music lunch MArgAritA MexicAn restAurAnt MortgAge coMpAny nAil sAlon
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dog grooMing equipMent rentAl event services eye cAre fAMily restAurAnt
orgAnic food pet sitter pizzA pluMBer pool services
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preschools printing propAne coMpAny rAMonA wine recycling resAle retAil store sAndwich
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skin cAre solAr spA/MAssAge tAck/feed store
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tAco tAsting rooM tire store veterinAry service wedding venue well service
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T hank you Ramona
for voting us
#1 Dentist again!
Quality Dentistry • Comfortable Environment Patient Focused Care • Latest Technology Bruce Laurie, DMD Christine Falkosky, DMD Timothy Miller, DDS
Implant and wisdom teeth consultations - No Charge
Special Exam, X-Rays & Cleaning
89
$
In the absence of gum disease. Expires 11-30-19
327 3rd Street, Ramona • 760.789.8537 • www.ramonadentalgroup.com • facebook.com/ramonadentalgroup
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“ Thank you from Ramona Ranch, your family winery.”
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Acupuncture 1. Ramona Acupuncture 2. Timeless Medicine and Acupuncture 3. Dianne Mallik
Antiques 1. Mason Jar 2. Antique Fair 3. Rangeland Home
Asian Restaurant 1. Wasa Sushi 2. Pinto Thai 3. Lemon Grass Thai
Auto Body Repair 1st Place Winner!
2018
RAMONA SENTINEL’S
BEST OF RAMONA READER’S POLL
1st Place Winner!
1. Fix Auto 2. Sun Valley Body and Paint 3. Dave’s Prestige Collision Service
OF RAMONA
Auto Repair/Mechanic
Wine and BEST #1#2BestBestRamona Tasting Room 2019 READERS POLL
Certified Sustainable | 23578 CA-78 | Ramona, CA 92065 RamonaRanchWines.com | Open Friday – Sunday, 11 to 6 pm
1st Place Winner!
BEST OF RAMONA
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THANK YOU for voting us your
#1 Carpet Cleaning Co. 8 Years-in-a-Row!
We appreciate your business!
1. Danny’s Truck & Auto 2. Dave’s Auto 3. RAE
Bank 1. Chase 2. Bank of Southern California 3. Bank of America
Bar/Night Spot 1. Reds Whites and Brews 2. Way Point Saloon 3. Cheers
Best Happy Hour Carpet • Upholstery • Tile
20
% OFF
Must present Ramona Sentinel coupon. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 12-31 19
1. Way Point Saloon 2. Reds Whites and Brews 3. D’Carlos
Breakfast 1. Kountry Kitchen 2. Ramona Café 3. Marinade on Main
Brewery 1. Smoking Cannon Brewery/Distillery 2. San Diego Sunshine 3. Turquoise Barn Cider
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Burger 1. Cheers 2. Boll Weevil 3. Up the Hill Grill
Carpet Cleaning 1. We Care Carpets 2. Vaca’s Carpet 3. Big D Cleaning & Restoration
Chips & Salsa 1. Nuevo Grille & Cantina 2. El Michoacan 3. La Cocina
Chiropractor 1. Cornerstone Chiropractic (Dr. Tony Woods) 2. Back to Health Dr. Michael O’Dell 3. Turpin Chiropractic (Dr. Richard Turpin)
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Thank You Ramona! We are honored to be voted B E S T OF RAMONA #1 for BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT and #2 for BEST BURGER. RAMONA SENTINEL’S
2017
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HALF OFF
THURSDAY NIGHT
ALL YOU CAN EAT
APPETIZERS EXPIRES 11-3-19 9
FISH FRY $
OPEN HALLOWEEN
8.99
EX EXPIRES 11-3-19
1st Place Winner!
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Coffee 1. Starbucks 2. Packards 3. Dunkin Donuts
VCA Adobe Animal Hospital
BEST OF RAMONA 2019 READERS POLL
Where your pet’s health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal.
2548 MAIN ST. • 760.788.1392 HOURS: SUN-THURS 11AM-9PM • FRI-SAT 11AM-10PM
It has been a pleasure taking care of your pets for the last 37 years. The growth we’ve experienced over the years is because of clients like YOU, who faithfully support our business. We at VCA Adobe Animal Hospital appreciate your trust, and we’ll do our BEST to continue to give you the kind of service you DESERVE!
760.789.7090
www.vcaadobe.com Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-5:30pm | Sat. 8:00am-4:00pm 218 Etcheverry Street, Ramona, CA 92065
Like us on Facebook! Check our Facebook page for daily updates, learning seminars & more! facebook.com/vcaadobeanimalhospital
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A BIG Thank You Ramona! Dr. Susan Homesley
Laser Surgery Co-Management General Optometry Contact Lenses • Learning Disabilities
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Dance Studio 1. Ramona Julian Academy of Dance 2. Turning Pointe School of Dance 3. Ramona Rebels Elite
Dancing 1. Par Lounge 2. Way Point Saloon 3. D’Carlos
BEST EYE CARE
Dental Care 1. Ramona Dental Group (Drs. Bruce Laurie and Christine Falkosky) 2. Dr. Malcolm J. Boykin 3. Dr. Grant Liske
Dessert 1st Place Winner!
BEST OF RAMONA
Ramona Medical Center 1516 Main Street, Suite 102 Ramona, CA 92065
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(760) 789-0950 Fax (760) 789-6057
1. London Bakery 2. KD Doughnuts and Desserts 3. Valencia’s Crem de la Crem (Cali Cream)
Dinner 1. Marinade on Main 2. D’Carlos 3. Up The Hill Grill
Thank You For Voting Us Ramona’s #1 Tire Store 8 Years in A Row 1st Place Winner!
BEST OF RAMONA
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15% OFF FREE MOST TIRES AND SERVICES.
Most vehicles. Must present coupon. Expires 11-30-19
BRAKE INSPECTION
Most vehicles. Must present coupon. Expires 11-30-19
760.789.3600 | WWW
760.789.3600 |WWW.RONSTIRES.COM
2560 Main St. | Ramona (Next to BollWeevil) 2560 Main St. | Ramona Boll Weevil) Hours:MON-FRI 8-6 | SAT (Next 8-4 | SEto HABLA ESPANOL| Hours
Thank you for voting Danny’s the BEST AUTO REPAIR/MECHANIC in Ramona!
We Appreciate Your Business, Ramona! 1st Place Winner!
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2019 READERS POLL
DANNY’S
TRUC K AND AUTO
20% OFF 20% $
30K - 60K - 90K
MANUFACTURER’S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICE
(most vehicles with coupon) ANY BRAKE SERVICE
With your New Muffler Replacement FREE Danny’s or Exhaust System Repair. Discount Card Most Vehicles With Coupon Expires 10/31/15
Expires 11-30-19 Expires 11-30-19
20
OFF
Must present coupon. NOt valid with any other discount. Most cars & light trucks. Expires Expires 11-15-18 11-30-19
729 D. Street ! Ramona
760 789-6177 Se Habla Español www.dannysramona.com
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Dog Grooming
Thank You for voting us #1 Best Recycling
1. Fuzz n Buzz Dog Grooming 2. Animal Artistry’s Grooming 3. Kathy’s Country Pet Shop
Equipment Rental 1. Piva Equipment Services 2. BJ’s Rentals 3. Dardeen Equipment & Materials
1st Place Winner!
324 Maple Street • Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 & Sat 7:00 - 3:00
Event Services
760-789-0516 • www.ramonadisposal.com
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Eye Care
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1. Dr. Susan Homesley 2. Ramona Eye Care
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1. Boll Weevil 2. Amici’s 3. Mamma Rosa’s
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Economizers BEST
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Best Hardware Store
Thank you for voting and making us your #1 place for Landscape Materials.
Family Restaurant
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1st Place Winner!
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1. John Little Catering 2. Seidl’s Party Supplies & Rentals 3. Something Delicious
BEST 2019 READERS POLL
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10% off your next visit. Expiration 11-30-19
209 10th St, Ramona • 760.789.4950 • www.economizersbesthardware.com
THANK YOU RAMONA FOR VOTING! WHAT AN HONOR TO BE #1 IN 2018 & 2019 Ramona has many choices. THANK YOU RAMONA for voting Town & Country Home Loans as your #1 Mortgage Broker. It is my privilege to do business with the community I live and work in and it is my pleasure to continue to serve you. I sincerely appreciate your loyalty over the 30+ years of originating loans here in our hometown. I strive to excel in the mortgage industry and am honored to have clients like you! The 1980s
The 1990s
The 2000s
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2019
Stephanie Norvell 760.789.9995 • Cell: 760.505.5626 976 Main Street Ramona www.townandcountryhomeloans.com DRE # 01264727/#01101300 • NMLS # 334331 / #260434
~ “I was there for you then and I am still here for you today!” ~ PURCHASE • REFINANCE LOANS • CONVENTIONAL • FHA • VA • REVERSE MORTGAGES
1st Place Winner!
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Thank You Ramona For Voting Us The #1 Nail Salon for Eight Years!
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Fitness/Gym 1. ADMA Elite Training 2. Anytime Fitness Center 3. Ramona Fitness Center
Flooring 1. The Carpet Lady 2. C. Dalton Flooring 3. Regal Flooring/The Blinds Spot
Florist 1. Sun Valley Florist 2. English Rose Flowers and Gifts 3. Stater Bros.
Pamper yourself in a luxurious, sanitary environment
10 OFF %
1672 Main Street, Suite A
all $20 and up services
(between Rite Aid & Stater Bros) FREE WiFi Open Mon-Sat: 9-7pm Sun: 9-6pm
Expires 10-31-19 Not Valid with any other offers
760-787-5909
Golf Course 1. San Vicente 2. Mt. Woodson 3. Barona
Grocery Store 1. Stater Bros. 2. Albertsons 3. Ramona Family Naturals
Thank you for voting for us Ramona!!
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• Free Bottle of Probiotics to help heal your gut • Free Pilates, Barre or Yoga Class Expires 11-30-19
Dr. LeiLani Vidal, D.C., Q.M.E. D
Doc Doctor of Chiropractic • Qualified Medical Examiner Cli Clinic Director, Better Health & Wellness Center www www.bhwc-poway.com
760-706-LIPO
www.TheLipoLounge.com 2260 Main Street, Ramona | 12455 Poway Road, Poway | 28364 Vincent Moraga Suite A, Temecula
Instagram: lipo.lounge www.facebook.com/ The Lipo Lounge
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Hair Salon 1. Ramona Beauty Supply & Salon 2. Bellamia Salon, Spa & Boutique 3. Moxie Salon
1st Place Winner!
BEST
Thank you for voting us Ramona’s #1 Solar Company 3 years in a row!
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Hardware/Lumber
2019 READERS POLL
1st place
1. Ransom Brothers/True Value 2. Ace Hardware 3. Ramona Lumber
BEST SOLAR Info@simmssolar.com
Heating & A/C
760-643-8678 simmssolar.com
1. Action Air 2. House Calls Appliance Repair 3. Classic Cooling & Heating
Thank you for voting Marinade on Main #1 Best Lunch and #1 Best Dinner!
AMERICAN FOOD WITH A SOUTHERN TWIST
Home Services 1. House Calls Appliance Repair 2. Mr. Ron’s Appliance Repair 3. MK Handyman and Painting (Mike Kull)
• Derived from fresh ingredients and locally-sourced produce • Served alongside our favorite local beer and wine • Devoted to family, friends and our community
Mention this ad and receive free coffee weekdays during breakfast.
Ice Cream 1. Yogurt Barn 2. Valencia’s Crem de la Crem (Cali Cream) 3. Coldstone
Tuesday- Friday 8am-3pm & 5pm-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-9pm
1st Place Winner!
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Thank You BEST OF RAMONA 2019 READERS POLL
We are so thankful to still live in one of the best towns in California. Our community has always supported each other. Again, thank you for having to do. such complete confidence in what we – Bellamia
Bellamia Salon 745 Main Street Ramona 760-788-3275 Bellamiaramona.com
865 Main Street, Ramona 760-440-3171 | MarinadeOnMain.com
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Insurance 1. Annick Selby Insurance Services 2. Amber Ramirez - Farmer’s Insurance 3. Al Slocum - Wateridge Insurance
Kids Sports League
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Lunch 1. Marinade on Main 2. Amici’s 3. Up The Hill Grill
Margarita
1. Ramona Rebels Elite 2. Ramona Pony Baseball 3. Pop Warner Football
1. Nuevo Grille & Cantina 2. Way Point Saloon 3. Mariscos Mar de Cortez
Landscape Materials
Mexican Restaurant
1. Economizers 2. Piva Equipment Rentals 3. Dardeen Equipment and Materials
1. Mariscos Mar De Cortez 2. El Michoacan 3. Mananas
Legal Services
Mortgage Company
1. Krysak & Associates 2. Sciarretta Law 3. Jeremiah F. Reid
1. Town & Country Home Loans 2. San Vicente Mortgage 3. H5 Financial
Live Music
Nail Salon
1. D’Carlos 2. Main Stage 3. Par Lounge
1. Venus Nails 2. Ramona Beauty Supply & Salon 3. Colours Hair and Nails
1st Place Winner!
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Thank you Ramona, for voting us #1 Best Preschool!
THOMSEN LEARNING CENTER 1122 B St, Ramona • (760) 440-0014
BEST OF RAMONA 2019
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Organic Food
• Emergency Assistance Programs • Community Grants • Medical Equipment Loan Program • Scholarships • Volunteering
1. Ramona Family Naturals 2. Grebar Farms 3. Harbour Farms
Pet Sitter 1. Kritter Kamp 2. Adobe Animal Hospital 3. Wigglebutts n Whiskers
Pizza 1. Amici 2. Mamma Rosa 3. Ramona Lisa’s
Plumber
Serving Ramona and the Backcountry Since 1983
Thank you for voting us #1 Resale and #1 Retail Store! Shop • Donate • Volunteer STORE HOURS: Monday- Saturday: 9:30am-5pm Donation Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm • Saturday: 9am-4pm 1st Place Winner!
Brand New and Gently Used Items www.Foodand Clothescloset.org
BEST 760-789-4458 • 733 Main Street, Ramona OF RAMONA
2019 READERS POLL
NOT FOR PROFIT 501(C)3 TAX ID #33-005939
Established in 1989
KRITTER KAMP Kountry Lodging For All Size Dogs & Cats
1. Jim Haworth Plumbing Service 2. AAA and Goforth 3. Ramona’s Plumber
What a way to celebrate our 30th Anniversary! Thank you for voting us #1 Best Pet Sitter!
Pool Services
For Reservations Call Kamp Kounselors Jim and Kim Lasley and Krysta Ramos
1. Webb Pool & Spa Supply 2. Platinum Pool Care 3. Leslie’s Pool Supplies
• Pick up and delivery in Ramona and all of San Diego County • Be on the lookout for upcoming specials 1st Place Winner!
BEST OF RAMONA
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760-788-6799 • kritterkamp89@yahoo.com • 25155 Creek Hollow Dr. Ramona
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Thank you Ramona for voting us as your #1 Best Flooring Company Ramona’s Ramo Ra mona mo na’s ’s full full servic ful service se ice residential & commercial flooring floor orin ing center
The
1st Place Winner!
CARPET Lady CHRISTINE PRATER
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FREE ESTIMATES!
2019
Lic# 780932
1174 MAIN STREET, SUITE C • RAMONA 92065 • BUS: 760-789-6929 CELL: 619-709-1638
Thank you to all my Fuzz N Buzzers. I am honored to have been voted Best of Ramona and I appreciate you all so much! Much love to you all and your fur babies! Thanks again Shanda & Jordan Cashman Fuzz N Buzz Dog Grooming Shanda Strametz-Cashman Dog Groomer Call or Message for Appointment 760-445-3214 Facebook: Fuzz N Buzz Dog Grooming
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Preschools 1. Thomsen Learning Center (TLC) 2. Ramona Lutheran Christian School 3. Busy Bee Preschool
Printing 1. Bonez Marketing 2. Ramona Printing and Graphics 3. The Graffix Shack
Propane Company 1. Kamps Propane 2. Amerigas/Proflame 3. Ferrellgas
Ramona Wine 1. Ramona Ranch Vineyard & Winery 2. Turtle Rock Ridge 3. Chuparosa Vineyards
Recycling 1. Ramona Disposal 2. Richardson Recycling 3. Recycling on Earth
Resale 1. Ramona Food and Clothes Closet 2. Uptown Boutique 3. Goodwill
Retail Store 1. Ramona Food & Clothes Closet 2. Bishers Quality Meats 2. Firearm Supply Co.
#1 BEST GOLF COURSE
THANK YOU.
WE TRULY APPRECIATE YOUR VOTES,
AND YOU.
#1 BEST DANCING
#2 BEST WEDDING VENUE 1st Place Winner!
Resort 24157 San Vicente Road, Ramona | 760-789-8290 | sanvicenteresort.com
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Sandwich 1. Jersey Mikes 2. Ramona Family Naturals 3. Country Wine & Spirits
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Thank You
Skincare 1. Bellamia Salon 2. Riviera Wellness Spa 3. Lipo Lounge
FOR VOTING US #1 BEST INSURANCE FOR 2019!
Solar
Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15th and runs through December 7th!
1. Simms Solar 2. Watts New Under the Sun Inc 3. BMC Solar
1012 Main St #105
760-789-0006 AnnickInsurance.com
Spa/Massage
annick@annickselby.com
1. Bellamia Salon, Spa & Boutique 2. Riviera Wellness Spa 3. China Blue
Water Wise Well Service
Tack/Feed Store 1. Kahoots 2. Elstons Hay & Grain 3. Tractor Supply
We appreciate your support and thank you for your votes Water Wise Well Service • 760-789-7551 • Lic# 1037321
Ramona/Julian ACADEMY VOTED BEST DANCE STUDIO IN RAMONA
Guiding, Teaching and Caring for the Children of Ramona for over 30 years! Give the Gift of Dance with Ramona/Julian Academy of Dance Gift Certificates
OVER 100 CLASSES PER WEEK!
OF DANCE BEST 1st Place Winner!
OF RAMONA
ENTIRE STORE 15%OFF!
2019 READERS POLL
Some Select items Save up to 60%! Sale ends 10-31-19 Must present coupon to redeem.
WINNER Top Studio Award at Competition • Outstanding Choreographer Award Most Entertaining Award • Best Sportsmanship Award Kindness Award • Showmanship Award • Directors Choice Award Studio Excellence Award • Age Appropriate Costume & Choreography Award
Grand Champion Award • National Champions Locally owned and operated, proudly serving Ramona and Julian for over 30 years!
OCTOBER IS ‘BRING A FRIEND’ MONTH!!! MILITARY, FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE 1530 Main Street, Suites 13, 14, 15 & 16, Ramona 760-789-1711 • rjad@sbcglobal.net
www.ramonadance.com
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Taco 1. La Cocina 2. Mariscos Mar De Cortez 3. El Michoacan
Tasting Room 1. Turtle Rock Ridge 2. Ramona Ranch Vineyard & Winery 3. La Finquita
Tire Store
Thank you Ramona for voting
“The Mason Jar”
as your #1 Antique Store Use this ad for 30% off your next purchase
1. Ron’s Tire & Brake 2. Country Tire 3. Traction Tire
Veterinary Service 1. High Valley Veterinary Hospital 2. Adobe Animal Hospital 3. Ramona Animal Hospital
1st Place Winner!
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The Mason Jar • 652 Main Street Ramona • 760-789-7525 1st Place Winner! 1st Place Winner! 1st Place Winner!
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Our family truly appreciates and thanks you for your support and your vote! Sincerely, Ric & Kim Vermeulen
Wedding Venue 1. Mt. Woodson Castle 2. San Vicente Resort 3. Milagro Winery
Well Service 1. Ransom Pump and Supply 2. Water Wise Well Service 3. Aspin Well Drilling
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Customer Appreciation Certificate $20 o any service Bring in this coupon or men on this ad.
Dave’s Auto 310 13th St, Ramona
760-788-1770
www.ramonasmog.com
Keep the business in Ramona to keep Ramona in business
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Winners!
and thank you to the Readers who voted them in!
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Thank you to the community of Ramona for your continued support. We are excited and humbled to have been voted the #1 training facility three years in a row. We couldn’t do it without you!
701 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065 (760) 214-6866 admaelitetraining.com