Best of Ramona 2019

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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CATEGORY IndEx | RAmOnA SEnTInEl page 4

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!

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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

BEST OF R AMONA 2019

“ 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

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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

2019 READERS POLL

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

BEST OF RAMONA 2019

READER’S POLL

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!

BEST OF RAMONA 2019 READERS POLL

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

2019 READERS POLL

(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

2019 READERS POLL

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!

BEST OF RAMONA

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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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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Best Hardware Store

Thank you for voting and making us your #1 place for Landscape Materials.

Family Restaurant

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1. John Little Catering 2. Seidl’s Party Supplies & Rentals 3. Something Delicious

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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!

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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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BEST OF R AMONA 2019 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!!

Learn about our new procedure, Lipofreeze, the revolutionary body contouring treatment that safely and effectively targets stubborn fat. Safe, permanent, no down time and guaranteed inch loss.

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Body Transformation Special A $379 package for only $37!

Package includes: • Laser Lipo Session Vibration • Vibration Plate Therapy Session • Weight Loss Strategy Consultation • Bioimpedance Test

• 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!

BEST OF RAMONA 2019 READERS POLL

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

2019 READERS POLL

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

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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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Congratulations to our

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