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The best of Ashe County While much of the nation continues to climb out of the Great Recession, it is undeniable that the business climate in Ashe County is better off than most. This is in large part thanks to a lively business community that is embraced by a wide range of shop keepers and professionals, and one that is forwarded by the business friendly attitude of local officials prescient enough to invest in infrastructure and other enhancements. Because of this, Ashe County business is a vibrant and growing force in our community. But, not to paint too rosy a picture — each individual business and professional success comes only with the effort of those who run, and the employees of, those businesses and service providers. In other words, only with hard work and a dedication to the community does a local business claim success. And, among the successful, only those with a level of work and dedication that surpasses their peers can claim to be the best in Ashe County. Which brings us to Jan. 23 at Hensley Hall at West Jefferson United Methodist Church and a gathering of more than 200 business owners, staff and professional service providers for an annual and growing event, Ashe Mountain Times’ “The Best of the Best in Ashe County.” It’s important to note that this gathering is more than a red carpet luncheon at which awards denoting the best of our business community are presented. Indeed, it is because those awards are chosen by the community — readers of Ashe Mountain Times and patrons of our local businesses who submit votes listing their top choices in more than
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Bob Washburn from LifeStore Bank addresses the audience at the Ashe County Best of the Best Awards on Monday, Jan. 23.
100 categories from accountant to women’s clothing — that the honor is so significant. All across Ashe County, a “best of” plaque hanging at the entrance of a business means you have stepped into an establishment deemed superior to all others as chosen not by a newspaper or an advertising department, but by those who matter most — its customers. That is no easy benchmark to achieve, and this is what the
Jan. 23 event’s keynote speaker, Robert “Bob” Washburn, president and chief executive officer of LifeStore Financial Group, meant when he said that there are five components of every successful and thriving business: vision, culture, respect, training and flexibility. Washburn is correct — as the more than five dozen businesses represented at the event could attest to. Each of those business-
es — and especially among them the event’s sponsors, Boondocks Brewing, Dr. Joel Yates General Dentistry and Parker Tie Co. — earned their place and recognition through superior customer service and an attitude of “giving back” to the community of which they are a part. In recognition of that service and attitude, Ashe Mountain Times is proud to present this special section listing all of our
award winners and many of their photos. More coverage is found in today’s paper and at our website, www.ashemountaintimes. com. For overcoming the significant challenges of a harsh economy and providing excellent service day-in and day-out, we salute each of the award winners in this section. They have our respect and, more, they have truly earned the title, “best of the best.”
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winner: Melissa Goodman runner-up: Christina Wagner runner-up: Taryn Boston
ANIMAL CLINIC
winner: Ashe Animal Hospital
ANTIQUE STORE
winner: Antiques on Main runner-up: The Antique Mall runner-up: Simple Life
APPLIANCE REPAIR winner: Jefferson Appliance runner-up: Bares Refurbished Appliances runner-up: Lowes
ART GALLERY
winner: RT Morgan Art Gallery runner-up: Catchlight Gallery runner-up: Frenchy’s Gallery of Fine Art
ASSISTED LIVING
winner: Forest Ridge Assisted Living runner-up: Margate Health & Rehab Center runner-up: Ashe Assisted Living
ATTORNEY
winner: John B. “Jak” Reeves runner-up: Ben Hurley runner-up: JJ Johnston
AUTO INSURANCE
winner: Miller Insurance Agency runner-up: Roten Insurance runner-up: LifeStore PHOTO BY DAWN SHUMATE
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Rachel Pugh and Josh Steelman join other ‘best of’ professionals Jan. 23.
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AUTO REPAIR SHOP winner: Blue Ridge Truck runner-up: Miller’s Body Shop runner-up: Ashe County Ford
AUTO SALESPERSON winner: Andy Calhoun runner-up: Steve Johnson runner-up: Jeff Dollar
AUTO SUPPLY STORE winner: Carquest runner-up: O’Reillys runner-up: NAPA
BAKERY
winner: Sweet and Savory runner-up: Bobby D’s runner-up: Ingles
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winner: LifeStore runner-up: Yadkin Bank runner-up: State Employees Credit Union
BANQUET FACILITY winner: Boondocks Brewing
runner-up: Jefferson Landing runner-up: Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre
BAR
winner: Boondocks Brewing runner-up: Helen’s Sports Bar runner-up: The Hotel Tavern
BARBECUE RESTAURANT
winner: Smoky Mountain Barbecue runner-up: When Pigs Fly
BARBER
winner: Olde Towne Barber Shop runner-up: Derrek’s runner-up: Jefferson Barber Shop
BEAUTY SALON
winner: Salon 27 runner-up: HQ Salon runner-up: Becky and Company
BED AND BREAKFAST
winner: Meadowsweet Garden Inn runner-up: Buffalo Tavern runner-up: The River House SEE BEST ON PAGE 5
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BODY SHOP
winner: Taylor’s Collision Center runner-up: Randy Jones Body Shop runner-up: Ashe County Ford
BREAKFAST RESTAURANT
winner: The Log House Restaurant runner-up: Shatley Springs runner-up: The Hillbilly Grill
BUFFET
winner: Village Inn Pizza runner-up: Winners Circle runner-up: Pizza Hut
BUILDING SUPPLY STORE
winner: Parker Tie Co. runner-up: Blevins Building Supply runner-up: Lowes
CABLE TV COMPANY winner: SkyLine/SkyBest runner-up: Morris Broadband runner-up: Dish Network
CAR DEALER (NEW)
winner: West Jefferson Chevrolet runner-up: Ashe County Ford PHOTO BY DAWN SHUMATE
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DJ Hart and Connor Hart, from Hart Power Equipment, pose with their awards at the Best of the Best in Ashe County Monday, Jan 23. Hart Power Equipment won Best of the Best Power Equipment Shop and Lawn Mower Shop.
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Sherman and Beth Lyle representing the Hotel Tavern.
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CAR DEALER (USED)
winner: Mount Jefferson Motors runner-up: Steve Johnson Auto World runner-up: Midtown Motors
CARPET CLEANER
winner: Waddell and Blevins Carpet Cleaners runner-up: Medics
CHICKEN RESTAURANT
winner: Bojangles runner-up: When Pigs Fly runner-up: Smoky Mountain Barbecue
CHINESE RESTAURANT winner: Osaka
CHIROPRACTOR
winner: Current Chiropractic Clinic
CHRISTMAS TREE FARM
winner: Sturgill’s Tree Farm runner-up: Sexton’s Tree Farm runner-up: Mile High
runner-up: Jefferson United Methodist runner-up: Ashe Co Worship Center
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CIVIC/COMM ORGANIZATION
winner: Ashe Habitat For Humanity runner-up: Ashe County Arts Council runner-up: The Sharing Center
COACH (LOCAL SPORTS)
winner: Laura Foster runner-up: Brian Hampton runner-up: Stephanie Nichols
COFFEE SHOP
winner: Bohemia runner-up: The Harvest Cafe runner-up: West Jefferson Coffee House
COMPUTER REPAIR SERVICE
winner: Ashe Computer Service runner-up: Max 5 runner-up: Head PC Repair
CHURCH
winner: West Jefferson First Baptist
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Kilby & Hurley BEST LAW FIRM 2016 Thank you Ashe County for your support and confidence in our firm Our Staff: John T. Kilby, Ben Hurley, Linda Badger, Sandy McVey, April Russell and Sarah Roark
Kilby & Hurley Attorneys and Counselors at Law
122 N. Jefferson Ave. P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336.246.3144
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CONVENIENCE STORE winner: The Corner Market runner-up: Nathan’s Creek General Store runner-up: Mountain Grocery
COSMETOLOGIST winner: Curtis Baldwin runner-up: Nicole Blevins runner-up: Kelly Barr
DANCE STUDIO
winner: April’s School of Dance runner-up: Dancing Debbies
DAY CARE CENTER
winner: Learn Through Play Too runner-up: Ashe Development Center runner-up: Generations
DELI
winner: Ingles runner-up: Sweet and Savory runner-up: The Corner Market
DENTIST
winner: Dr Joel Yates General Dentistry runner-up: Timothy Rector D.D.S. runner-up: Amato Dentistry
DINNER RESTAURANT winner: Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks runner-up: Park Vista runner-up: The Hotel Tavern
DRUG STORE
winner: People’s Drug Store runner-up: CVS runner-up: Jefferson Drug SEE BEST ON PAGE 10
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Ken Jones and Debra Patterson representing Meadowsweet Gardens Inn.
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2017 Gowns arriving daily 423 East Second St. West Jefferson, NC 336-246-9990
Pharmacy Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
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DRY CLEANER
winner: Mountaineer Cleaners
ELECTRICIAN
winner: Worley’s Electric Inc. runner-up: Russell Electric runner-up: Parker Electric
EMT
winner: Rob Blevins runner-up: Wayne Osborne runner-up: Nathaniel McCoy
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
winner: Parkway Theatre runner-up: Cardinal Lanes runner-up: Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre
FARM SUPPLY STORE winner: Parsons Farms & Supply runner-up: Tractor Supply runner-up: Southern States
FAST FOOD RESTAURANT winner: McDonald’s runner-up: Hardees runner-up: Bojangles
FINE DINING
winner: The Hotel Tavern runner-up: Boondocks Brewing runner-up: Jefferson Landing
FIRE FIGHTER
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BEST BREAKFAST 2016 Thank you for all your votes! Serving the very best in homestyle cooking!
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Betty and Johnny Worley representing Worley’s Electric Inc.
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FLOORING STORE
GOLF COURSE
winner: Mountain Aire Golf Club runner-up: Jefferson Landing
winner: Appalachian Flooring & Tile GROCERY STORE runner-up: Ashley’ Hardwood winner: Ingles Flooring runner-up: Food Lion runner-up: Parker Tie Co.
FLORIST
winner: Village Florist runner-up: Jefferson Florist runner-up: Four Gals and a Florist
FORESTRY MANAGEMENT
winner: Anthony Farmer runner-up: Tim Lewis
FORMAL WEAR
winner: Pam’s Unique Boutique runner-up: Pretty n Pearls
FUNERAL HOME
winner: Badger Funeral Home runner-up: Boone Family Funerals
FURNITURE STORE
winner: Jim’s Corner Furniture runner-up: Hometown Furniture runner-up: Habitat ReStore
GIFT SHOP
winner: Tis’ the Season runner-up: Martha Mae’s Emporium runner-up: Petal Pusher Designs
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winner: Little’s Fitness and Health runner-up: Family Central
HAMBURGER
winner: When Pigs Fly runner-up: Boondocks Brewing runner-up: Black Jack’s Pub & Grille
HARDWARE
winner: Parker Tie Co. runner-up: WJ Hardware runner-up: Lowes
HEATING AND AIR COMPANY
winner: Scott Brothers Heating & Air runner-up: Severt Heating runner-up: Blue Ridge Air
HEATING OIL DEALER winner: Blue Ridge Energies runner-up: H&W Oil Company runner-up: Colvard Oil Co.
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Cathy Clark, Rozie Bolac and Dr. Tyler Callahan attend the Jan. 23 event in West Jefferson.
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A capacity group of more than 200 award winners at the Jan. 23 Best of the Best of Ashe County.
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Thank you Ashe County for voting Worley's Electric Inc. BEST ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Worley's Electric Inc. is a full service electric repair service and installation company.
We appreciate your votes and look forward to serving you in 2017
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Worley's Electric Inc. "Let us fix your shorts!"
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HOME BUILDERS
winner: Hess and Son Construction runner-up: New River Custom Builders
HOME COOKING RESTAURANT
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HOSPITAL
winner: Ashe Memorial Hospital
HOTEL/MOTEL
winner: Holiday Inn Express runner-up: Nations Inn
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INSURANCE AGENCY winner: State Farm Insurance runner-up: Miller Insurance Agency runner-up: LifeStore
winner: Shatley Springs runner-up: Donna’s Country Kitchen INSURANCE AGENT runner-up: The Log House Restaurant winner: Carroll Roten runner-up: Chris Miller HOME DECOR STORE runner-up: Chrissy Brittain winner: Petal Pusher Designs runner-up: Perry Evans Home runner-up: Martha Mae’s Emporium
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INTERNET PROVIDER winner: SkyLine/SkyBest runner-up: Centurylink
INVESTMENT FIRM winner: Edward Jones runner-up: LifeStore
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ITALIAN RESTAURANT winner: Bobby D’s runner-up: Vera’s Pizza runner-up: Pizza Hut
JAPANESE RESTAURANT
winner: Osaka runner-up: Shokudo’s
JEWELER
winner: Steve Segraves runner-up: Earl Sheets runner-up: Coleman Perry
JEWELRY STORE
winner: The Jewel Shoppe runner-up: Perry’s Goldmine runner-up: The Jefferstone
LANDSCAPE COMPANY winner: Mountain Advantage runner-up: Northwest Landscaping
LAW FIRM
winner: Kilby & Hurley runner-up: Grady Lonon runner-up: Johnston and Johnston
LAWN & GARDEN winner: Lowe’s runner-up: Southern States runner-up: Tractor Supply
LAWN MOWER STORE
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LUMBER STORE winner: Parker Tie Co. runner-up: Lowe’s runner-up: L&E Lumber
LUNCH RESTAURANT winner: Sweet and Savory runner-up: When Pigs Fly runner-up: Boondocks Brewing
MEDICAL PRACTICE
winner: High Country Family Medicine runner-up: Ashe Medical Associates runner-up: Mount Jefferson Family Medicine
MASSAGE THERAPIST winner: Joyce Current runner-up: Margie Shinkle runner-up: Julie Smith
MEXICAN RESTAURANT
winner: Monte D Rey runner-up: Plaza Del Sol
Josh Roten and the staff of Badger Funeral Home appreciates the readers of Ashe Mountain Times for voting them Best Funeral Home in Ashe County, seven years in a row. As Ashe county’s oldest funeral home, we are honored to serve the citizens of Ashe County. Our staff is dedicated to fulfilling your families needs during a difficult time. We appreciate your vote of confidence and look forward to serving you in 2017. Be
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Representing Dr. Joel Yates General Dentistry from left, front row: Amanda Pritchard, Amanda Kirby, Angie Blevins, Pam Bard. Back Row: Jenny Summey, Brett Summey Sr, Joel Yates, Kate Yates.
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Thanks for voting us best building supply and lumber store in Ashe County!
help you plan your project, deliver your material to where you need it. We strive to meet all our customers needs.
Thanks Ashe County for voting us Best Hardware Store 2016!
Joey McClure and his paint department were selected top paint distributor for # 1 in the World by Orgill Distributors and number 1 by the readers of the Ashe Mountain Times!
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MOBILE PHONE COMPANY winner: Carolina West Wireless runner-up: Bark Mobile runner-up: Verizon Wireless
MORTGAGE COMPANY
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Best Plumbing Contractor
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Melissa Wier, Mitch Phillips and Colleen Dixonn representing State Farm Insurance.
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Jeremy Marsh and Larry Lyalls representing Rid-A-Bug Exterminating.
Jerry Abreu representing Mountain View TV & Satellite Center.
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Buyer, owner, operations manager 36 years
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Callie Grubb representing Blue Ridge Elementary School.
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MOTORCYCLE/ATV SHOP winner: C. C. S. Inc.
NAIL SALON
winner: Salon 27 runner-up: Today Nails
NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
winner: Boondocks Brewing runner-up: Helen’s Sports Bar runner-up: Parkway Theatre
NURSE
winner: Courtney Barker runner-up: Julie Graybeal runner-up: Olivia Jenkins
NURSE PRACTITIONER
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Dewane Bare, Ronnie Bare and Laura Bare representing Bare Plumbing.
winner: Cathy Clark runner-up: Derek McClure runner-up: Shirley Warner
NURSING HOME
winner: Margate Health & Rehab runner-up: Forest Ridge Assisted Living runner-up: Ashe Services for Aging
OFFICE SUPPLY STORE winner: Creative Printers runner-up: Walmart
OPTOMETRIST
winner: Dr. Mandy Lanier runner-up: Dr. John Ryan runner-up: Dr. Don Temple
ORTHODONTIST
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We’re Proud to be Recognized as Ashe County’s Best New Car & Truck Dealer
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Located in Boone and Jefferson 610 State Farm Road Boone, NC • 828.264.0042
183 Doctors Park Drive Jefferson, NC • 336.717.1147
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Pam Neaves and Billie Gardner representing Pam’s Unique Boutique.
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Thanks to Ashe Mountain Times readers as well as the donors, volunteers and partner families who have made Habitat for Humanity successful in Ashe County since 2008.
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PAINT STORE
winner: Parker Tie Co. runner-up: Lowe’s
PAINTER
winner: Ed Hoosier runner-up: Bare Customs runner-up: Dewey Sturgill
PAVING COMPANY winner: Tri County Paving runner-up: Shatley’s Paving
PAWN SHOP
winner: Railroad Pawn runner-up: Lansing Pawn
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Donna Harless and Trina Martin representing Salon 27.
PEST CONTROL COMPANY winner: Rid-a-Bug Exterminating runner-up: Terminix
PET SUPPLY STORE winner: Happy Tails runner-up: Tractor Supply runner-up: Southern States
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Keith Woodie and Denise Woodie representing Antiques on Main.
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2016 BEST AUTO INSURANCE AUTO • HOME • COMMERCIAL LIFE • MEDICAL MILLER INSURANCE AGENCY Serving Ashe County for over 50 years!
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Tony and Angie Miller representing the Log House Restaurant.
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PHARMACIST
winner: Aletha Eller runner-up: Greg Bowers runner-up: Lynn Ferguson
PHARMACY
winner: Jefferson Drug runner-up: CVS runner-up: Rite Aid
PHYSICIAN
winner: Dr Kevin Kurtz runner-up: Dr Melinda Wosnick runner-up: Dr Hank Clay
PIZZA RESTAURANT winner: Bobby D’s runner-up: Village Inn Pizza runner-up: Pizza Hut
PLACE TO WORK
winner: SkyLine/SkyBest runner-up: High Country Family Medicine runner-up: LEVITON
PLUMBER
winner: Bare Plumbing runner-up: Doby’s Plumbing runner-up: W.R.Blevins Plumbing SEE BEST ON PAGE 30 PHOTO BY DAWN SHUMATE
Heather Samudio and Cameron Keziah representing Forest Ridge Assisted Living.
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BEST RENTAL STORE
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Visit us for every event need or construction/landscaping rental need! • Tables • Chairs • Linens • Dance Floors • Tents (all sizes)
• Excavators • Portable Restrooms • Hydro Seeder • Pressure Washers • Skid Steers
JEFFERSON
RENT-ALL, INC. 427 S. Main Street Jefferson, NC 28640
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POLICE OFFICER
winner: John Muldowney runner-up: Greg Spencer runner-up: Brad Jordan
POLITICIAN
winner: Sue Counts runner-up: Jonathan Jordan runner-up: Jeff Rose
POWER EQUIPMENT SHOP winner: Hart Power Equipment runner-up: Richardson’s Air Cooled Engines
PROPANE COMPANY winner: Blue Ridge Energies runner-up: Ferrellgas runner-up: G&B Energy
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Aerial Youngbar, Julie Wyatt and Teresa Weddington representing Village Florists.
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BEST HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
Seven Years and Counting Thank You to The Best Customers Scott Brothers specializes in: Maintenance, Service, Repair and Installation of Mini-splits, Geo-thermal, Heat Pumps, Gas & Oil Furnaces! Financing - Available WE HAVE SYSTEMS TO FIT EVERY BUDGET AND EVERY HOME!
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Shawna Martin and Rachel Robbins representing Holiday Inn Express of West Jefferson.
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Thomas Reed and Michelle McDaniel representing Northwest Tree Service.
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Joyce Current and Dr. Cameron Current representing Current Chiropractic Clinic.
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Best Politician 2016
I’m grateful first of all to my family, and to all those who participated in my campaign and this hard-fought election. It’s been an honor to spend the last year of my life campaigning for clean water, good schools, and a fair economy for working people. I congratulate Rep. Jordan on his victory, and hope he will take seriously the concerns of the thousands of voters in Ashe and Watauga Counties.
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We appreciate your votes and your support and look forward to serving you in 2017 622 S. Main Street Jefferson, NC 28640 336.846.HAIR (4247)
BEST FAST FOOD RESTAURANT 2016 We Appreciate Your Support! 11 Ashmont Dr. • West Jefferson, NC • (336) 246-3061
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Julie Graybeal, Rachel Pugh, Angie Miller and Kendra Turner representing High Country Family Medicine.
Ashe Memorial Hospital Ashe Memorial Hospital has heard your voice and has answered the need for more physicians and access to specialty services!
We have added the following specialty service lines: Cardiology • ENT Services • Oncology/Chemotherapy • FUSE Endoscopy Orthopedics • Pediatrics • Vascular Surgery • Hospitalists • Geriatrics
Mountain Family Care Center Caring for you and your family through all stages of life!
• Primary Medical Home • Geriatrics/Internal Medicine
• Pediatric, OB and Adult Care
• Same Day Appointments • Flu Shots
• Same Day Appointments Available • Home Visits Available • Flu Shots
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John Reeves and Brantley Price attend Best of Ashe County on Jan. 23.
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REAL ESTATE AGENT winner: Kim Hurley runner-up: Melinda Poe runner-up: Michael DePalma
RENTAL STORE
winner: Jefferson Rent- All runner-up: Ashe Rental Agency
SALAD BAR
winner: Village Inn Pizza runner-up: Winners Circle runner-up: Ingles
SCHOOL
winner: Blue Ridge Elementary runner-up: Mountain View runner-up: Ashe County High School
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL winner: Callie Grubb runner-up: David Blackburn runner-up: Dustin Farmer
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
winner: Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks runner-up: Country House Restaurant runner-up: The Hotel Tavern
SNOW REMOVAL winner: Greg Holman runner-up: Terry Greene runner-up: Kenneth Patrick
SOFT DRINK
winner: Dr. Pepper runner-up: Coca Cola runner-up: Pepsi
STEAKHOUSE
winner: Winners Circle runner-up: Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks runner-up: The Hotel Tavern
SURGEON
winner: Dr. Charles Jones runner-up: Dr. Tammy Thore runner-up: Dr. Stephen Fleming
TAX SERVICE
winner: Goodman and Boston runner-up: Christina Wagoner runner-up: Lib Bare
Zero-Turn Rider with Exclusive Steering Wheel Control. YES, it’s positive drive – but steerable!
TEACHER
winner: Ruth Ashe runner-up: Deborah Hess runner-up: Phyllis Ashley
TELEPHONE COMPANY winner: SkyLine/SkyBest runner-up: Century Link
TIRE STORE
winner: Ashe Tire runner-up: WalMart runner-up: Grease Monkey Kwik Lube
TREE SERVICE
winner: Northwest Tree Service runner-up: Cox Tree Service runner-up: JR Tree Service
TV DEALER
winner: Mountain View TV & Satellite Center runner-up: Joe’s TV & Satellite Service
VETERINARIAN
winner: Dr.Lee Beckworth runner-up: Dr. Matthew Blevins runner-up: Dr Jessica Darnell
WAITER/WAITRESS winner: Kayla Osborne runner-up: Angie Burr runner-up: Jodie Lemly
WINDOW/DOOR STORE winner: Parker Tie Co. runner-up: Lowe’s
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VOTED BEST FLOORING STORE 2016 Brandi Phipps and Cathy Goodman from Appalachian Flooring & Tile appreciate your business and extend a heartfelt thank you for voting them as Best Flooring Store in Ashe County. We look forward to fulfilling your flooring needs in 2017.
WINGS
winner: When Pigs Fly runner-up: Boondocks Brewing runner-up: Country House Restaurant
WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE winner: Cato Fashions runner-up: Libby’s runner-up: The Ladybug
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm | Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Kelly Mcneil, Freddie Stalter, Brenda Barker and Teresa Penegar representing Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks.
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Sue Counts accepts the award for Best Politician.
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Courtney Barker accepting her award for Best Nurse.
Thanks Ashe County for Voting Us the #1 Dance Studio for the Third Consecutive Year!
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Stop by our dance studio in Jefferson Station in Downtown West Jefferson for information on the different genres of dance we offer for all ages, plus visit our dance store for all your dancing needs! Fun for the whole family.
(336) 846-1545
20 E. Ashe St., Ste. 35 (Inside Jefferson Station)
West Jefferson, NC 28694
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Angie Miller accepting the award for best Physician on behalf of Dr. Kevin Kurtz.
Thank You for making us your Thanks Ashe County for voting us
Best Coffee Shop 2016
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01 West State Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 336.246.4359
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Thank you Ashe County for voting MOUNTAIN AIRE SEAFOOD & STEAKS Best Seafood Restaurant 2016 and Best Dinner Restaurant 2016 A special thank you goes out to all those who have voted and supported us over the years.
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Rob Blevins representing Ashe County Emergency Services.
It is with great pride that we prepare our arrangements specifically for each occasion. Every arrangement is custom designed to fit your occasion and your budget. Thank you! We promise to continue to do the best flowers in Ashe County. I give you my word.
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Donna Wilkinson representing Learning Thru Play Too.
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