Best of Readers' Choice Awards 2021 - Bloomington/Normal & Beyond Winners by Panta Graph

BESTof R E A D E R S’

CHOICE AWARDS

BLOOMINGTON/NORMAL AND BEYOND

2021

S R E N N WI PANTAGRAPH MEDIA

SEP TEMBER 24, 2021 | SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT

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AUTOMOTIVE BEST AUTO BODY SHOP

BEST AUTO DETAILER

BEST AUTO REPAIR SHOP

BEST CAR WASH

BEST OIL CHANGE CENTER

BEST TIRE STORE

WINNER

Kurt’s Auto Body Repair Shop

Parkway Auto Laundry

Don Owen Tire

Parkway Auto Laundry

Don Owen Tire

Discount Tire

2025 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5823 www.kurtsautobody.com

Multiple Locations (309) 662-5335 parkwayautolaundryblono.com

620 W Olive St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8473 donowentire.com

Multiple Locations (309) 662-5335 parkwayautolaundryblono.com

620 W Olive St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8473 donowentire.com

1776 Bradford Ln, Normal, IL (309) 451-4090 www.discounttire.com

FAVORITES

Cook’s Auto Body

Bob Zook Auto Body Inc

Gearheads Garage

Rainstorm Car Wash

Speed Lube Oil Change Shop

415 N Towanda Ave, Normal, IL (309) 452-3555 www.cooksautobody.com

Mike’s Collision Center 1013 Ekstam Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7777 mikescollisioninc.com

411 Detroit Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9741 bobzookauto.com

1805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5542 www.gearheadsbloomington.com

S&S Paint & Body Inc

R & R Certified Tire and Auto LLC

2051 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5241 www.sandspaintbody.com

1003 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 557-0177 www.randrtireauto.com

Multiple Locations (309) 662-5335 rainstormcarwash.com

Club Car Wash

2702 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL (833) 416-9975 clubcarwash.com

1532 E College Ave, Normal, IL (217) 429-9512

Clay Dooley Tire and Auto Service 1507 E Vernon Ave, Bloomington, IL www.claydooley.com

Don Owen Tire

620 W Olive St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8473 donowentire.com

Clay Dooley Tire and Auto Service 1507 E Vernon Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-2886 www.claydooley.com

Thank You for Voting! • Best Dermatology office: 1st Place • Best Dermatologist: 1st Place: Dr. Lucy N. Wisdom 3rd Place: Dr. Thomas R. Brander • Best Nurse Practitioner: 2nd Place: Erin Redd, APN, CNP www.associatesindermatology.org 309-662-8813

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BEAUTY & GROOMING BEST BARBER

BEST BARBER SHOP

BEST COSMETIC SERVICES

BEST ESTHETICIAN

BEST ESTHETICIAN OFFICE

WINNER

Brandon Carroll— Shoey’s Barbershop

Station 710 Salon

Browsing By Sydney

Alyssa Brock— Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

Girl Friday

1207 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3532

710 South McGregor St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2710 station710salon.com

209 S. Prospect Rd. Suite 4M, Bloomington, IL (309) 660-1914 www.browsingbysydney.com

FAVORITES

Craig Skilondz—Downtown Ollie’s Barber Parlour

Shoey’s Barber Shop

Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

Paige Souhrada—Contours Day Spa

2502 E Empire St #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

1701 Tullamore Ave Ste C, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7727 www.contoursdayspa.net

Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

Girl Friday

Brooke Johnson—Girl Friday

507 N Center St A, Bloomington, IL (309) 821-0917 downtownollies.com

Tom Harrell—Bill’s Place

712 E Empire St B, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-5522

1207 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3532

Downtown Ollie’s Barber Parlour

507 N Center St a, Bloomington, IL (309) 821-0917 downtownollies.com

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143 www.girlfridaysalon.com

Don Owen Tire would like to thank McLean County for trusting us for your tire and auto service needs. 620 W Olive Street Bloomington, IL 61701 (309) 828-8473

1502 E Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61701 (309) 662-7987

donowentire.com

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143 www.girlfridaysalon.com

2502 E. Empire St. #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

2502 E Empire St #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

Contours Day Spa

1701 Tullamore Ave # C, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7727 www.contoursdayspa.net

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143 www.girlfridaysalon.com

Best Computer/ Smartphone Repair

(4 Years in a Row!)

Thank You for your Support! 802 S. Eldorado Road, Bloomington

309-807-3333 normalgadgets.com

FREE

Tempered Screen Protector

For any iPhone cell phone • Must present this ad. Expires 12-31-21

Thanks

for Voting Us #1 in Best Roofing & Siding Company (309) 831-7274 1206 S Adelaide St #3, Normal

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BEAUTY & GROOMING BEST HAIR SALON

BEST HAIR STYLIST

BEST NAIL SALON

BEST NAIL TECHNICIAN

BEST PLACE TO GET PAMPERED

BEST SPA

WINNER

Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa

Samantha Belcher— Mes Amis

Galaxy Nails

Kimberly Ensign— Adorn Nail Boutique

Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa

FAVORITES

Adorn Nail Boutique by Kimberly Ensign

Tristen Watchinski— Turnarounds Salon and Day Spa

Station 710 Salon

200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-0482 fox-n-hounds.com/

1328 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-1250 mesamishairnailsstudio. salonrunner.com

FAVORITES

Station 710 Salon

Emerald Howard— Girl Friday

710 McGregor St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2710 www.station710salon.com

Girl Friday

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143

Heidi McGowan— Elevation Salon

904 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-9400 www.elevationthesalon.com

403 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 823-8999

1242 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 824-7354 acrylicenhancements.com

Twins Nail

1319 N Veterans Pkwy #1A-B, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-8881

Thank you for choosing us! We are so proud to be the

#1 Meat and Steak Shop • Assorted Discount Bundles • Tons of FLAVORED Brats • Weekly Specials • Custom Processing

Bloomington Meats 2401 S. Bunn, Bloomington Phone 828-9731 Mon. & Tues.: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wed.–Fri.: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

“Best Meat on Bunn Street”

1242 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 824-7354 acrylicenhancements.com

2310 E Oakland Ave #6, Bloomington, IL (309) 445-0025

Monce Cedeno— Merle Norman

120 Krispy Kreme Drive Ste1, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4733 www.merlenormanstudio.com

200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-0482 fox-n-hounds.com

710 McGregor St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2710 www.station710salon.com

Girl Friday

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143

On behalf Of my awesOme staff, I wOuld lIke tO thank everyOne In the cOmmunIty whO vOted fOr ZOZZarO chIrOpractIc and rehab. we are very grateful fOr yOur suppOrt, and are cOmmItted tO prOvIdIng excellent chIrOpractIc care In an uplIftIng envIrOnment.

200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-0482 fox-n-hounds.com

Contours Day Spa

1701 Tullamore Ave # C, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7727 www.contoursdayspa.net

Pure Envy Salon & Spa 1706 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-1862 www.pureenvysalonspa.com

John Zozzaro, d.c.

Best Chiropractic Office (2 Years in a Row!)

Best Chiropractor John Zozzaro, D.C. (2 Years in a Row!)

309-862-2225 www.zozzaro.net 1713 ft. Jesse rd. ste d., normal Il

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T hank You

for voting us

Best AsiAn Food in Bloomington

AnD BEst MinoritY-oWnED LoCAL BusinEss

805 Morrissey Dr., Bloomington 309-828-2600 • Thaihouserestaurants.com

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BEAUTY & GROOMING

DRINKS

BEST TANNING SALON

BEST TATTOO ARTIST

BEST TATTOO SHOP

BEST BAR

BEST BARTENDER

WINNER

Girl Friday

Chad Ramsay— Illinois Tattoo Co

Illinois Tattoo Co

412 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0143

102 W Market St, Bloomington, IL (309) 454-2299

FAVORITES

The Ultimate Tan

Harley Huemann—Illinois Tattoo Co.

503 N Prospect Rd #106, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7272 www.theultimatetan.com

The Sun Room Tanning 401 N Veterans Pkwy # 3, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6563 stepintothesunroom.com

102 W Market St, Bloomington, IL (309) 454-2299

Jan Lancaster—Bistro

102 W Market St, Bloomington, IL (309) 454-2299

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278

FAVORITES

Iron & Ink Tattoo

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

Chelsea Heffernan— Mystic Kitchen

420 N Madison St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0091 ironandinktattoo.com

Charlie Roberts—Iron & Ink 420 N Madison St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0091 ironandinktattoo.com

Flingers Pizza Pub

1503 E. Vernon, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com

Blackwater13

626 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2811

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

Bistro

John Tiraboschi— Rob Dob’s Restaurant & Bar

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278;

801 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3434 robdobsbn.com

DRINKS BEST BLOODY MARY

BEST COFFEE SHOP

BEST HAPPY HOUR

BEST LOCAL BREWERY

BEST MARGARITAS

BEST PLACE TO BUY BEER

WINNER

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

5 Finance Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-2590 lilbeaverbrewery.com

Ancho & Agave

3006 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3200 www.anchoandagave.com

Binny’s Beverage Depot—Bloomington

1101 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 807-9401 www.craftedcommons.com

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

Lil Beaver Brewery

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

CRAFTED Coffee Brews

1409 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-0845 www.binnys.com/store-locator/ bloomington

FAVORITES

Brass Pig Smoke & Alehouse

Coffee Hound Roasters and Cafes

Bistro

Keg Grove Brewing Company

Hacienda Leon

Lil Beaver Brewery

Fiesta Ranchera

Keg Grove Brewing Company

602 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2978 www.brasspigsmokehouse.com

DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works

318 Towanda Ave, Normal, IL (309) 862-2337 destihl.com

407 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-7575 coffeehound.cafe

Fusion Brew

503 S Main St, Normal, IL (309) 454-9300 fusionbrew.com

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278

DR McKay’s Bar & Grill 909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6711 drmckays.com

712 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2021 keggrovebrewing.com

DESTIHL BREWERY

1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 862-2337 destihl.com

407 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2131 www.haciendaleonil.com

2103 Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-7320 www.fiestarancherarestaurants.com

5 Finance Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-2590 lilbeaverbrewery.com

712 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2021 keggrovebrewing.com

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DRINKS BEST PLACE TO BUY LIQUOR

BEST PLACE TO BUY WINE

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A COLD BEER

BEST PLACE TO TASTE WINE

BEST SMOOTHIE

BEST SPECIALTY DRINK

WINNER

Binny’s Beverage Depot—Bloomington

Schooner’s

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room 306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

CRAFTED Coffee Brews

1101 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 807-9401 www.craftedcommons.com

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

FAVORITES

1409 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-0845 www.binnys.com/store-locator/ bloomington

FAVORITES

Bistro

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

Keg Grove Brewing Company

Stave Wine Bar And Market

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278 www.mystickitchen.net

Hy-Vee

1403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278 www.hy-vee.com

810 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6841 schoonersbl.com

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

712 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2139 stavewinebar.business.site

111 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 319-2139 stavewinebar.business.site

Stave Wine Bar And Market

Flingers Pizza Pub

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard

111 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 319-2139 stavewinebar.business.site

1503 E. Vernon, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com

33633 IL-9, Mackinaw, IL (309) 359-9463 www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com

Smoothie King

2109 Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0865 locations.smoothieking.com

Theo’s Microcreamery

107 E Beaufort St, Normal, IL (309) 454-9375 www.theosmicrocreamery.com

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

CRAFTED Coffee Brews

1101 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 807-9401 www.craftedcommons.com

Fusion Brew

503 S Main St, Normal, IL (309) 454-9300 fusionbrew.com

Thank you for voting us Best Orthodontic Office! 111 N. Regency Dr. Bloomington, IL 309-662-5331 orthodontic-associates.com

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EDUCATION BEST COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

BEST DANCE STUDIO

BEST DAY CARE CENTER

BEST LEARNING CENTER

BEST TRADE SCHOOL

WINNER

The Next Step Dance Studio

Little Jewels Learning Center

Children’s Discovery Museum

Heartland Community College

100 N University St, Normal, IL illinoisstate.edu

1 Auto Row Dr #400, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-1370 www.thenextstepds.net

FAVORITES

Heartland Community College

All About Dance Bloomington

Katie’s Kids Learning Center

The Little Art School

Paul Mitchell The School Normal

Illinois Wesleyan University

McLean County Dance Association

Illinois State University

1500 W Raab Rd, Normal, IL www.heartland.edu/

1312 Park St, Bloomington, IL www.iwu.edu

1602 Glasson St #3, Bloomington, IL (309) 386-1700 www.allaboutdance.org/bloomington

1316 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-7070 www.mcleancountydance.org

4117 Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0303 littlejewelslearningcenter.com

1602 Glenbridge Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-5800 www.katieskids.net

Scribbles Center For Learning, Inc.

1415 Woodbine Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 665-0000 www.scribblescenterforlearning.com

Thank You To Our #1 Customers For Voting Us Your

#1 Vape Shop

#1 CBD Store

5 Years In A Row!

Facebook.com/TwinCityVapor Instagram: twin.city.vapor

101 E Beaufort St, Normal, IL (309) 433-3444 www.childrensdiscoverymuseum.net

415 N Main St Studios 3 &, 4, Bloomington, IL (309) 830-3983 thelittleartschool.net

Mulberry School

1101 Douglas St, Normal, IL (309) 862-0510 www.mulberryschool.org

1500 W Raab Rd, Normal, IL (309) 268-8000 www.heartland.edu/

1503 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 862-3400 paulmitchell.edu/normal

HairMasters Institute of Cosmetology, Inc.

506 S Mc Clun St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-1884 hair-masters.com

810 E. Grove, Bloomington • 309-829-6841 www.schoonersbl.com Good Food • Good Folks • Good Times!

Thank You To All Of Our Loyal Customers Who Voted For Us! Best Chicken Wings (2 Years in a Row!)

Best Place to Have a Cold Beer 2nd Place for Best Chili 3rd Place for Best Outdoor Dining

Please Support Local Businesses!

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EDUCATION

ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS & PLAY

BEST TUTOR

BEST TUTORING CENTER

BEST BANQUET FACILITY

BEST DJ SERVICE

BEST GOLF COURSE

WINNER

Phil Grizzard—PH.G. Tutoring

Ph.G. Tutoring

DESTIHL BREWERY

BloNo Pizza Co.

210 W. Mulberry St. Normal, IL (309) 750-7925

210 W Mulberry St, Normal, IL (309) 750-7925; Best Tutoring Center

1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 862-2337 destihl.com

Faith Rinker Glass Slipper Entertainment

1304 Cross Creek Dr, Normal, IL (309) 829-5777 blonopizzaco.com

FAVORITES

Sylvan Learning of Bloomington / Normal

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington

Palma Entertainment

1501 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3332 www.gradysfunpark.com

Carrie Young—Independent

Kara Kirkus—Sylvan

211 Landmark Dr bldg d6, Normal, IL (309) 662-8537 locations.sylvanlearning.com

211 Landmark Dr, Bldg D6, Normal, IL (309) 662-8537 locations.sylvanlearning.com

Mathnasium

1503 E College Ave Suite H, Normal, IL (309) 585-0733 www.mathnasium.com/ bloomingtonnormal

10 Brickyard Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-6446 www.hilton.com

Reality on Monroe

111 E Monroe St, Bloomington, IL (309) 533-3500 realitybitesblm.com

1106 E Bell St Fl 2, Bloomington, IL

Sparrow Entertainment 47 Canada Ln, Bloomington IL (309) 669-7679

Grady’s Family Fun Park

DEN AT FOX CREEK

3002 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2300 www.bloomingtonparks.org

THANK Y YOU OU CENTRAL ILLINOIS FOR CHOOSING US! BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT, HARDWARE & LUMBER STORE!

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ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS & PLAY BEST KARAOKE

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE

BEST LIVE THEATRE VENUE

BEST MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY

BEST MOVIE THEATER

WINNER

The Castle Theatre

Community Players Theatre

Coffrin’s ATA Martial Arts

Marcus Bloomington Cinema

FAVORITES

Infinity Martial Arts

Normal Theater

Bistro

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278

209 E Washington St #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-0352 thecastletheatre.com

FAVORITES

JP’s Wheel & Ale House

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

Nightshop

The Castle Theatre

409 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 386-1642 jpswheelhouse.com

Kegler’s Pub

804 N Hershey Rd #2, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-8556 pheasantlanes.com/keglers-pub/

600 N East St, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2777 www.artsblooming.org

517 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-1983 nightshop517.com

201 Robinhood Ln, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-2121 www.communityplayers.org

600 N East St, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2777 www.artsblooming.org

209 E Washington St #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-0352 thecastletheatre.com

Thank you for voTing us The #1 hvaC Company 8 years in a row!

BesT air DuCT Cleaner

2601 GE Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-5425 kickwithus.com

1111 Wylie Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8015 www.marcustheatres.com

1815 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-7202 infinity-martialarts.com

(309) 454-9722 www.normaltheater.com

Frequency Martial Arts

AMC CLASSIC Normal 14

18 Currency Dr suite a, Bloomington, IL (309) 660-6780 frequencymartialarts.com

201 McKnight St, Normal, IL (309) 454-1829 www.amctheatres.com

We appreciate your support and look forward to serving all of your comfort needs.

#1 BesT hvaC

Company

(309) 454-1611

www.BratcherComfort.com

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ENTERTAINMENT, SPORTS & PLAY BEST NIGHT TIME HOT SPOT

BEST PLACE FOR FAMILY FUN

BEST PLACE FOR GAMING (NOT SLOTS/VIDEO GAMBLING )

BEST PLACE FOR KID’S PARTIES

BEST SLOTS/ VIDEO GAMBLING

FAVORITE WEEKEND ACTIVITY

WINNER

Bistro

BloNo Pizza Co.

Altitude Trampoline Park

BloNo Pizza Co.

Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278

1304 Cross Creek Dr, Normal, IL (309) 829-5777 blonopizzaco.com

1702 General Electric Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-1988 altitudebloomington.com

1304 Cross Creek Dr, Normal, IL (309) 829-5777 blonopizzaco.com

FAVORITES

Nightshop

Grady’s Family Fun Park

Red Raccoon Games

Children’s Discovery Museum

DR McKay’s Bar & Grill

Miller Park Zoo

517 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-1983 nightshop517.com

1501 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3332 www.gradysfunpark.com

Gill Street Sports Bar & Restaurant

Miller Park Zoo

3002 Gill St # B, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-6387 www.gillstreet.net

1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2250 www.bloomingtonparks.org

309 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9196 www.redraccoongames.com

Mass VR—Bloomington

4 Currency Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-6900 massvrbn.com

101 E Beaufort St, Normal, IL (309) 433-3444 www.childrensdiscoverymuseum.net

Miller Park Zoo

1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2250 www.bloomingtonparks.org

VOTED #1 BEST GIFT SHOP VOTED #1 BEST BOUTIQUE

909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6711 drmckays.com

Western Tap

1301 N Western Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 823-9810

Museum Square, Downtown Bloomington (309) 434-2295 downtownbloomington.org

1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2250 www.bloomingtonparks.org

Third Sunday Market (217) 202-2847 thirdsundaymarket.com

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FINANCIAL BEST ACCOUNTANT

BEST ACCOUNTING FIRM

BEST BANK

BEST CREDIT UNION

BEST FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER

WINNER

Shannon Stewart— American Tax & Accounting

Tax & Accounting Plus 501 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4010 taxaccountingplus.com

Commerce Bank

1339 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 823-7000 www.commercebank.com

Illinois State Credit Union

Commerce Bank

1309 S Center St, Normal, IL (309) 451-8400 itsmycreditunion.org

1339 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 823-7000 www.commercebank.com

Krista McBeath— McBeath Financial Group

FAVORITES

Rick Johnson—Tax & Accounting Plus

American Tax & Accounting

Heartland Bank & Trust Company

CEFCU

Heartland Bank & Trust Company

Alyssa Burkhalter— Mutual of Omaha Advisors

203 Landmark Dr Ste C, Normal, IL (309) 827-3266 www.amtax1040.com/

501 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4010 taxaccountingplus.com

203 Landmark Dr Ste C, Normal, IL (309) 827-3266 www.amtax1040.com

Sherri Chinski—Reiser Chinski & Co.

Striegel Knobloch & Co LLC

2206 Eastland Drive, #302, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7506 www.reiserchinski.com

115 W Jefferson St #200, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-4303 skco.net

200 W College Ave, Normal, IL (855) 244-1217 www.hbtbank.com

PNC Bank

1501 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 823-3185 pnc.com

2323 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (800) 542-3328 www.cefcu.com

Mid-Illini Credit Union 1811 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1166 www.midillinicu.com

203 Landmark Dr Unit A, Normal, IL (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com

200 W College Ave, Normal, IL (855) 244-1217 www.hbtbank.com

1705 Tullamore Ave Suite A, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2196 agents.mutualofomaha.com

CEFCU

Diane Ryan— DJR Tax Services

2323 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (800) 542-3328 www.cefcu.com

304 S Eldorado Rd UNIT 1A, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7111

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FINANCIAL BEST FINANCIAL PLANNING OFFICE

BEST INVESTMENT FIRM

BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY

BEST MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER

BEST TAX PREPARATION OFFICE

BEST TAX PREPARER

WINNER

McBeath Financial Group

203 Landmark Dr Unit A, Normal, IL (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com

McBeath Financial Group

203 Landmark Dr Unit A, Normal, IL (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com

First State Mortgage— Bloomington

Grace Nichols— Mid-Illini Credit Union 1811 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1166 www.midillinicu.com

American Tax & Accounting

203 Landmark Dr Ste C, Normal, IL (309) 827-3266 www.amtax1040.com

Joyce Floyd—Tax & Accounting Plus

FAVORITES

CEFCU

Milissa Ommen— Flagstar Bank

Tax & Accounting Plus

Shannon Stewart— American Tax & Accounting

Wrezinski Advisory Group LLC 807 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 473-9991 wgadvisor.com/

Heartland Bank & Trust Company

200 W College Ave, Normal, IL (855) 244-1217 www.hbtbank.com

502 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-9100 www.firststatemortgage.biz

Edward Jones

2323 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (800) 542-3328 www.cefcu.com

Heartland Bank & Trust Company

Mid-Illini Credit Union

www.edwardjones.com/us-en

200 W College Ave, Normal, IL (855) 244-1217 www.hbtbank.com

1811 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1166 www.midillinicu.com

2101 Eastland Dr STE D, Bloomington, IL (800) 945-7700 www.flagstar.com/

Grant Bellis— First State Mortgage

502 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-9100 www.firststatemortgage.biz/

501 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4010 taxaccountingplus.com

Reynolds Family Tax Service

208 S Seminary Street, Downs, IL (309) 808-6316

203 Landmark Dr Ste C, Normal, IL (309) 827-3266 www.amtax1040.com

Michael Reynolds— Reynolds Family Tax 208 S Seminary Street, Downs, IL (309) 808-6316

thank you For voting us #1

For 30+ years our goal has been to support and enhance the employment success and satisfaction of the communities in which we serve.

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FOOD FAVES / ETHNIC CUISINE BEST ASIAN FOOD

BEST CHINESE FOOD

BEST INDIAN FOOD

BEST ITALIAN FOOD

BEST MEXICAN FOOD

WINNER

Thai House of Bloomington IL

Grand Cafe

Aroma Indian Restaurant & Bar

805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2600 thaihouserestaurants.com

2205 E Oakland Ave a2, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-0324 www.grandcafellc.com

FAVORITES

Anju Above

Mandarin Garden House

220 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2323 http://www.epiphanyfarms.com

FAVORITES Puran India

China Star

106 Mall Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-1118 www.mandaringardenhouse.net

616 W Raab Rd E, Normal, IL (309) 663-4580 www.chinastarbl.com

407 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2131 www.haciendaleonil.com

FAVORITES

Lucca Grill

116 E Market St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-7521 luccagrill.com

Signature India Bloomington

Avanti’s Italian Restaurant

1407 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-2226 www.signatureindiablm.com

Thank you for over 46 years of supporT!

Voted #1 Best

Hacienda Leon

1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

1704 Eastland Dr Ste 10, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0885 www.puranindian.com

106 Mall Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-1118 www.mandaringardenhouse.net

Mandarin Garden House

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

716 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-0076 www.aromabloomington.com

3302 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-4435 avantisnormal.com

Ancho & Agave

3006 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3200 www.anchoandagave.com

Taqueria El Porton

901 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-1625 imenupro.com/+150z-1

BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD

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Under the Ground BloNo, or UtG for short, is a meal prep service offering a rotating variety of vegan and vegetarian selections each week.

Thank you for voting us…

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THE NEXT STEP A S Y O U R FA V O R I T E DA N C E S T U D I O SIX YEARS IN A ROW!

WE LOVE OUR DANCE FAMILY!

1st Place for Best Day Care Together We Grow… One Jewel At A Time!

CHECK US OUT AT WWW.THENEXTSTEPDS.NET OR CALL 309-585-1370

Visit one of our locations for a tour today! Call 309-662-0303 www.littlejewelslearningcenter.com

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SODERSTROM SKIN INSTITUTE SAYS

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FOOD FAVES / MENU ITEMS BEST BBQ

BEST BURGER

BEST BURRITO

BEST CHICKEN WINGS

BEST CHILI

BEST COOKIES

WINNER

Annie’s Eats Carry-Out And Catering

Green Gables Bar & Grill

Hacienda Leon

Schooner’s

17485 E 2500 Rd N, Hudson, IL (309) 747-2496 greengablesgrill.com

407 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2131 www.haciendaleonil.com/

FAVORITES

Brass Pig Smoke & Alehouse

The Town Well, LLC 208 W Main St #7543, Stanford, IL (309) 379-2281

901 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-1625 imenupro.com/+150z-1

1310 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2628 www.mugsyspub.com

Bandana’s Bar-B-QBloomington

Meatheads Burgers and Fries

Ancho & Agave

DR McKay’s Bar & Grill

601-699 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 824-0803 www.annieseatsblono.com/

602 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2978 www.brasspigsmokehouse.com/

502 IAA Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7427 www.bandanasbbq.com

305 N Veterans Pkwy #107, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8866 www.meatheadsburgers.com/

Taqueria El Porton

3006 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3200 www.anchoandagave.com

Fort Jesse Cafe

Grove Street Bakery

810 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6841 schoonersbl.com

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

812 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0270 www.grovestreetbakery.com

FAVORITES

Mugsy’s

909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6711 drmckays.com

Schooner’s

810 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6841 schoonersbl.com

Parkview Inn

1003 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4280 parkviewinnbloomington.com

Ivy Lane Bakery

405 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-1774 www.ivylanebakery.net

Insomnia Cookies

117 E Beaufort St, Normal, IL (309) 326-5814 insomniacookies.com/locations/ store/1099

Thank you, Fans! THANK YOU For Voting Us #1 In Best Apartment Rental Company in Bloomington-Normal! 1502 E. Jackson Bloomington, IL 61701 www.ExcelREM.com

(309) 829-5885

Our sincerest thanks for making us your choice for best live music venue and Best live Theatre Venue 3rd Place follow the castle theatre on

for a complete schedule, tickets and venue info, visit

THECAstleTheatre.com

209 e washington street in downtown bloomington, IL | info: 309-820-0352 free parking

From the Ritchie Law Office, Ltd.Team

Best Jewelry Store & Best Locally-Owned Business Love Means Everything. jacklewisjewelers.com

Thank You for Your Votes of support! 1st Place for

1st Place for

Best lawYer

Chad A. Ritchie

Best law firm

2203 E. Empire St. Suite G, Bloomington

309.662.7000

www.ritchielawoffice.com

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 Thank you! It is TRULY an Honor and a Privilege Your SMILE is your LOGO Your PERSONALITY is Your BUSINESS CARD HOW you LEAVE others FEELING after an EXPERIENCE with YOU is Your TRADEMARK

ROXANNE HARTRICH RE/MAX CHOICE Voted Best Realtor 2018, 2020, 2021 Top 3 2019 Voted Best Local Business 2019 & Top 3 2020 & 2021 for Kara & Kaylee’s Kloset Voted Best Nonprofit/Service 2021

Call me at 309-532-1445

“Where HOME meets COMMUNITY HEART” *each office is independently owned and operated 2203 Eastland Dr Bloomington 309-664-8500

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FOOD FAVES / MENU ITEMS BEST CUPCAKES

BEST DESSERT

BEST DONUTS

BEST EGG ROLLS

BEST FRIED CHICKEN

BEST GYROS

WINNER

Sugar Mama Bakery

Busy Corner

Denny’s Doughnuts and Bakery

Grand Cafe

Pop Up Chicken Shop

The Rock Restaurant

1107 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0459 www.dennysdoughnuts.com

2205 E Oakland Ave a2, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-0324 www.grandcafellc.com

FAVORITES

Janet’s Cakes & Catering

Grove Street Bakery

Thai House of Bloomington IL

116 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 473-8231 sugarmamabakery.net

302 Eureka St, Goodfield, IL (309) 965-2361 abusycorner.com

FAVORITES Janet’s Cakes & Catering

504 Guido Cir, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-0684 www.janetscakes.net

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

2109 Veterans Pkwy #13, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-5735 www.nothingbundtcakes.com

1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

812 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0270 www.grovestreetbakery.com

Krispy Kreme

201 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-7400 site.krispykreme.com

805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2600 thaihouserestaurants.com

Mandarin Garden House 106 Mall Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-1118 www.mandaringardenhouse.net

1006 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-3999 keepitpopup.com

203 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 451-4976 therockrestaurant.net

FAVORITES

Fort Jesse Cafe

Super Gyros

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

115 Susan Dr # A, Normal, IL (309) 452-4046

Parkview Inn

Garden of Paradise

1003 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4280 parkviewinnbloomington.com

1412 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0255 thegardenofparadise.com

Thank you for voting Flingers first place in 3 categories!

BEST PIZZA

BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT

BEST BAR

ORDER ONLINE!

PICKUP WINDOW!

flingerspizzapub.com 1503 E. Vernon, Bloomington

DELIVERY!

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FOOD FAVES / MENU ITEMS BEST HORSESHOE

BEST HOT DOG

BEST PIE/CAKE

BEST PIZZA

BEST SALADS

BEST SANDWICH

WINNER

Fort Jesse Cafe

Windy City Wieners

Busy Corner

Flingers Pizza Pub

The Pass Pub & Grill

Pop Up Chicken Shop

FAVORITES

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

116 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 200-8164 windycitywieners.com

302 Eureka St, Goodfield, IL (309) 965-2361 abusycorner.com

1503 E. Vernon, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-8838 flingerspizzapub.com

2303 E Washington St., Suite #600 Bloomington IL (309) 662-7277 thepasspub.com

FAVORITES

Spotteddog

Portillo’s Hot Dogs

Janet’s Cakes & Catering

Tobin’s Pizza

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Lucca Grill

DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works

1504 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0378

The Town Well, LLC 208 W Main St #7543, Stanford, IL (309) 379-2281

202 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 200-8086 www.portillos.com

Sam’s Club

2151 Shepard Rd, Normal, IL (309) 454-3138 www.samsclub.com

504 Guido Cir, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-0684 www.janetscakes.net

1513 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-0410 http://tobinspizza.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes 2109 Veterans Pkwy #13, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-5735 nothingbundtcakes.com

116 E Market St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-7521 luccagrill.com

1006 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-3999 keepitpopup.com

Fort Jesse Cafe

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

1701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7375 www.olivegarden.com

318 Towanda Ave, Normal, IL (309) 862-2337 destihl.com

Chick-fil-A

101 S Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 268-9500 chick-fil-a.com

Thank You For Voting Us #1! Best Travel Agent Marci McCarrey

Best Travel Agency 1503 E College Ave., Unit D, Normal, IL (309) 662-6951, ext.129 Toll Free 800-448-0572

travel@peoriacharter.com

www.peoriachartertravel.com

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FOOD FAVES / MENU ITEMS BEST SEAFOOD

BEST SOUP

BEST STEAK

BEST SUSHI

BEST TACOS

BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD

WINNER

Tony’s Tacos

Under the Ground Blono

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

Panera Bread

Bloomington Meats

Anju Above

1401 S Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0336 locations.panerabread.com

2401 Bunn St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9731 www.bloomington-meats.com

220 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2323 www.epiphanyfarms.com

304 N Main St, Normal, IL (309) 585-1332 www.tonystacosbn.com

FAVORITES

Jonah’s Seafood House

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Jim’s Steak House

La Bamba Mexican Restaurant

Ancho & Agave

306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL (309) 694-0946 www.jonahsseafood.com

Red Lobster

714 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-9405 redlobster.com

1701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7375 www.olivegarden.com

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

2307 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4142 www.jimsbloomington.com

Alexander’s Steakhouse 1503 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 454-7300 alexanderssteak.com

129 E Beaufort St C, Normal, IL (309) 452-2243 http://labambaburritos.com

3006 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3200 www.anchoandagave.com

Yumz Asian Cuisine

Hacienda Leon

120 Krispy Kreme Drive, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7375 www.krispykreme.com

407 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-2131 www.haciendaleonil.com

2 River Run, Downs, IL (309) 212-0333

FAVORITES Nightshop

517 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-1983 nightshop517.com

Epiphany Farms Restaurant

220 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com

Best Insurance Agent Jim Spachman (2 Years in a Row!)

Thank you to our amazing community for such support during these trying times. Please know my staff and I are honored to be part of such a wonderful community! We appreciate you! Jim Spachman Agency

309-661-1700 | www.jimspachman.com 2501 E College Ave., Bloomington, IL 61704

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FOOD FAVES / RESTAURANTS BEST BREAKFAST

BEST CHEF

BEST FAST FOOD

BEST FINE DINING

BEST OUTDOOR DINING

BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT

WINNER

Fort Jesse Cafe

Nick Birky— Ft Jesse Cafe

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

Chick-fil-A

101 S Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 268-9500 chick-fil-a.com

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 862-2337 destihl.com

1503 E. Vernon, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-8838 flingerspizzapub.com

FAVORITES

Garden of Paradise

Troy Tomlinson— Biaggi’s

Pop Up Chicken Shop

Epiphany Farms Restaurant

Ancho & Agave

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal, IL (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com

1412 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0255 www.thegardenofparadise.com

3010 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

Justin Paul—Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

The Original Pancake House

115 S Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 222-2533 www.normaloph.com

1401 S Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

1006 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-3999 keepitpopup.com

Culver’s

901 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7070 culversmenu.com

DESTIHL BREWERY

3006 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 590-3200 anchoandagave.com

220 E Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2323 http://www.epiphanyfarms. com/220-e-front

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room 306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net

Schooner’s

810 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6841 schoonersbl.com

Flingers Pizza Pub

1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room 306 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-2344 www.mystickitchen.net/

Thank You for Your Support!

for Best ContraCtor/ remodeler – John traeger

for Best WindoW Company

for Best handyman serviCes

for Best ContraCtor/ remodeling Company

Kitchens & Baths - Finished Basements - Windows - Doors & More! Email: John@traegerconstruction.com Phone: (309) 454-4729

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FOOD FAVES / SPECIALTIES BEST BAKERY

BEST BUTCHER/ MEAT SHOP

BEST CANDY/NUT SHOP/ POPCORN SHOP

BEST CATERING

BEST FOOD TRUCK

BEST ICE CREAM OR FROZEN YOGURT SHOP

WINNER

Grove Street Bakery

Bloomington Meats

Donny B’s Gourmet and Gifts

Annie’s Eats Carry-Out And Catering

Healthy in a Hurry (702) 378-4951

1019 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6022

FAVORITES

The Garlic Press

A to Z’ Catering and Parties

2401 Bunn St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9731 www.bloomington-meats.com

1220 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-3511 www.donnybpopcorn.com

FAVORITES

Ivy Lane Bakery

College Hills Meat Shop

405 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-1774 ivylanebakery.net

Denny’s Doughnuts and Bakery

1107 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0459 www.dennysdoughnuts.com

1522 E College Ave #1, Normal, IL (309) 452-2222 www.collegehillsmeatshop.com

Hy-Vee

1403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com

Gene’s

601-699 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 824-0803 www.annieseatsblono.com

812 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0270 www.grovestreetbakery.com

108 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 452-8841 thegarlicpress.com

Chocolatier Inc

3 Finance Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 821-0277 the-chocolatier-bloomington. myshopify.com

1002 N Linden St, Bloomington, IL (309) 622-3266 atozscateringandparties.com

Butcher Block Burger Stop

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

A to Z’ Catering and Parties

1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-8322 biaggis.com

1002 N Linden St, Bloomington, IL (309) 622-3266 atozscateringandparties.com

Carl’s Ice Cream Factory 1700 W College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 454-7732 www.carlsicecream.com

Theo’s Microcreamery

107 E Beaufort St, Normal, IL (309) 454-9375 www.theosmicrocreamery.com/

We’re Honored to be Your First Choice...

Best Financial Planner Best Financial Planning Office Best Investment Firm Krista McBeath

(5 years in a row!)

(4 years in a row!)

309.808.2224 • McBeathFinancial.coM

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST ASSISTED LIVING

BEST BIRTHING CENTER

BEST CANCER CENTER

BEST CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

BEST DENTAL OFFICE

WINNER

The Village At Mercy Creek

Carle BroMenn Medical Center 1304 Franklin Ave, Normal, IL (309) 454-1400 carle.org/locations/carlebromenn-medical-center

Community Cancer Center

Central Illinois Spine

Gentle Family Dentistry

407 E Vernon Ave, Normal, IL (309) 451-8500 cancercenter.org/

Dr. Jay Bersche DC— Central Illinois Spine

FAVORITES

Westminster Village

OSF St. Joseph Medical Center

Illinois CancerCare

Zozzaro Chiropractic & Rehab

Dr. John Zozzaro DC— Zozzaro Chiropractic and Rehab

Randolph and Gray Family Dentistry

1501 Mercy Creek Drive, Normal, IL (309) 268-1501 www.franciscanministries.org

2025 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6474 www.westminstervillageinc.com

Luther Oaks

601 Lutz Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 557-8000 www.lutheroaks.org

2200 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3311 www.osfhealthcare.org/st-joseph

Birth Center of Bloomington Normal

6 Westport Ct, Bloomington, IL (309) 454-1400

3105 Magory Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-2102 illinoiscancercare.com

Carle Cancer Center

509 W University Ave, Urbana, IL (217) 383-3010 carle.org/services/institutes/ cancer-center

1603 Visa Dr #3, Normal, IL (309) 268-9000 thespinedoctor.net

1713 Fort Jesse Rd # D, Normal, IL (309) 862-2225 bloomingtonnormalchiropractor.com

Stout Chiropractic Clinic PC

208 Parkinson St, Normal, IL (309) 454-8622 stoutchiropracticnormal.com

1603 Visa Dr #3, Normal, IL (309) 268-9000 thespinedoctor.net

1713 Fort Jesse Rd # D, Normal, IL (309) 862-2225 bloomingtonnormalchiropractor.com

Dr. Jeffrey Stout DC— Stout Chiropractic

208 Parkinson St, Normal, IL (309) 454-8622 stoutchiropracticnormal.com

1523 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 452-2404 bndentist.com/

119 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-1326 www.randolphdentistry.com/

Burgess & Bardell

2111 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6564 www.drmarkburgess.com

Thank You! To all our loyal customers for voting for us. We Work For You!

We are honored and blessed. Best Accounting Firm -AND-

Best Tax Preparer - Joyce Floyd Best Tax Preparation Office

Our Tax Professionals Have 17-34 Years Experience!

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Best Accountant - Rick Johnson taxaccountingplus.com • 309-827-4010 • 501 N. Clinton, Bloomington

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST DENTIST

BEST DERMATOLOGIST

BEST DERMATOLOGY OFFICE

BEST EYE CENTER

BEST EYE DOCTOR

WINNER

Dr. Allison Beehner—Gentle Family Dentistry

Dr. Lucy Wisdom—Associates in Dermatology

Associates In Dermatology

1523 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 452-2404 bndentist.com

1404 Eastland Dr STE 204, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8813 associatesindermatology.org

VisionPoint Eye Center

Catharine Crockett— VisionPoint Eye Center

FAVORITES Greg Randolph— Randolph and Gray Family Dentistry

119 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-1326 www.randolphdentistry.com

Mark Burgess—Office of Dr. Mark Burgess and Dr. Janet Bardell

2111 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6564 www.drmarkburgess.com

1404 Eastland Dr STE 204, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8813 associatesindermatology.org

1107 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7700 www.visionpointeye.com

FAVORITES

Dr. Adrienne Schupbach— Dermatology & Mohs

Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Institute

Gailey Eye Clinic

Jeffrey Huettemann— VisionPoint Eye Center

3024 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 451-3376 www.dermatologymohsinstitute.com

Dr. Thomas Brander— Associates in Dermatology

Soderstrom Skin Institute

1404 Eastland Dr STE 204, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8813 associatesindermatology.org

2100 Jacobssen Dr, Normal, IL (309) 268-9980 soderstromskininstitute.com

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Thank You for voting us 1st Place for Best Mexican and Best Burritos! And 2nd Place for Best Margaritas and 3rd Place for Best Tacos!

Always Authentic Mexican! Hacienda Leon Gift Cards... the perfect gift! 407 N. HERSHEY RD, BLOOMINGTON 309-319-2131 Haciendaleonil.com

1107 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7700 www.visionpointeye.com

1008 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (800) 325-7706 gaileyeyeclinic.com

Specs Around Town

317 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-7327 www.specsaroundtown.com/

1107 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7700 www.visionpointeye.com

David Landess—VisionPoint Eye Center 1107 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7700 www.visionpointeye.com

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Best Barber Shop – WINNER Best Hair Salon – Second Place Best Place To Get Pampered – Second Place Best Esthetician – Meg Ryan – Runner Up 710 McGregor St. Bloomington, IL 61701 309-827-2710 | Station710salon.com

THANK YOU for voting us Best BBQ and Best Catering! 601-699 N Clinton St, Bloomington

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST FITNESS CENTER / HEALTH CLUB

BEST HEARING AID CENTER

BEST HOME CARE

BEST HOSPITAL

BEST INDEPENDENT LIVING

BEST MASSAGE CENTER

WINNER

Carle Health & Fitness Center

BloomingtonNormal Audiology

SYNERGY HomeCare

Carle BroMenn Medical Center

Westminster Village

Movement Massage

2025 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6474 www.westminstervillageinc.com

1111 Trinity Lane, Bloomington, IL (309) 433-9355 www.carlehealthfitness.com

816 South Eldorado Road, Suites 1 & 2A, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8346 bnaudiology.com

115 Susan Dr Unit G, Normal, IL (309) 808-3047 synergyhomecare.com

1304 Franklin Ave, Normal, IL (309) 454-1400 carle.org/locations/carlebromenn-medical-center

FAVORITES

Crunch Fitness

Christie Clinic in Bloomington on Empire St.

OSF Home Care Services

OSF St. Joseph Medical Center

The Village At Mercy Creek

Aches Away Massage Specialists

Carle ENT & Audiology

All Ways Caring HomeCare— Bloomington, Illinois

301 Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 807-3388 www.crunch.com/locations/ normal

Four Seasons Health Club

904 Four Seasons Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-2022 www.4seasons-club.com

2502 E Empire St, Ste. A, Bloomington (217) 366-1387 www.christieclinic.com

207 Landmark Dr a, Normal, IL (309) 268-3200 carle.org

211 Landmark Dr # D3, Normal, IL (309) 451-5925 osfhealthcare.org

211 S Prospect Rd Suite 4, Bloomington, IL (309) 270-3409 www.allwayscaring.com

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2412 E Washington St #6, Bloomington, IL (309) 826-9456

2200 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3311 www.osfhealthcare.org

1501 Mercy Creek Drive, Normal, IL (309) 268-1501 www.franciscanministries.org

3807 General Electric Rd Ste 3, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-2900 aches-away.com

St. Louis Children’s Hospital

Luther Oaks

Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa

1 Childrens Pl, St. Louis, MO (314) 454-6000 www.stlouischildrens.org

601 Lutz Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 557-8000 www.lutheroaks.org

200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-0482 fox-n-hounds.com

Thank you for Voting us #1

Best Tree Service

Best

Auctioneer 309-662-4444 hbtbank.com

Tyler Blakeney TJ Blakeney Tree Service 309-319-0630

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST

BEST MED SPA

BEST MEMORY CARE

BEST NURSE PRACTITIONER

BEST OBGYN

BEST OBGYN OFFICE

WINNER

Amanda Boitnott—LMT

Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

The Village At Mercy Creek

Kim Bankston— Bloomington Primary Care

Dele Ogunleye— Advanced Women’s Healthcare

Advanced Women’s Healthcare

9 Heartland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7642 bloomingtonprimarycare.com

2111 E Oakland Ave b, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-3068 www.awhcare.com

FAVORITES

2103 E. Washington St. Suite 1d, Bloomington (309) 370-8184 amandasmassage.abmp.com

1501 Mercy Creek Drive, Normal, IL (309) 268-1501 franciscanministries.org/ village-at-mercy-creek

2502 E Empire St #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444

bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

FAVORITES

Craig Vincent—Stout Chiropractic Clinic PC

Serenity MedSpa

Westminster Village

Erin Redd—Associates in Dermatology

Rachel Dalton—Heart of Illinois OBGYN

Elizabeth “Betty” Scanlon—Bloomington Primary Care

Sherri Thornton— Women for Women

208 Parkinson St, Normal, IL (309) 454-8622 stoutchiropracticnormal.com

Kristina Felker— Movement Massage

2412 E Washington St Ste #6, Bloomington, IL (309) 826-9456 www.franciscanministries.org

328 Susan Dr, Normal, IL (309) 661-1800 www.theserenitymedspa.com

2025 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6474 www.westminstervillageinc.com

Chad Tattini MD LLC—Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Carriage Crossing Senior Living

902 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-1007 www.chadtattinimd.com

1402 Leslie Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 603-2500 carriagecrossingsl.com/ locations/bloomington

1404 Eastland Dr STE 204, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8813 associatesindermatology.org

9 Heartland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7642 bloomingtonprimarycare.com

1302 Franklin Ave #2800, Normal, IL (309) 454-3456 hoiobgyn.com

1302 Franklin Ave #2200, Normal, IL (309) 888-9900 www.bnwomenforwomen.com

2111 E Oakland Ave b, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-3068 www.awhcare.com

Women for Women

1302 Franklin Ave #2200, Normal, IL (309) 888-9900 www.bnwomenforwomen.com

Heart of Illinois Obstetrics & Gynecology 1302 Franklin Ave #2800, Normal, IL (309) 454-3456 hoiobgyn.com

Thank you for Voting us #1

Best

OrthOdOntist! Dr. Kurt Bowers, D.D.s., M.s. Bowers orthodontic specialists

2810 E. Empire st., suite A, Bloomington, iL 61704

309-663-0415

www.bowersortho.com

2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

The McLean County Arts Center 601 N. East St. Bloomington, IL mcac.org 309-829-0011 Your member-supported 501(c)3 non-profit Arts Agency for McLean County

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST ORTHODONTIST

BEST ORTHODONTIC OFFICE

BEST PEDIATRIC OFFICE

BEST PEDIATRICIAN

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER

WINNER

Kurt Bowers—Bowers Orthodontics

Orthodontic Associates of Central Illinois, PLLC

Bloomington Pediatrics

Aaron Traeger—Carle BroMenn Outpatient Center

2810 E Empire St Suite A, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0415 www.bowersortho.com

111 N Regency Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5331 www.orthodontic-associates.com

306 St Joseph Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0504 bloomingtonpediatrics.com

3024 E Empire St #3F, Bloomington, IL (309) 556-7337 carle.org

Matthew Welker—Avenger Combat & Conditioning (309) 433-5527

FAVORITES

Kate Finlen—Orthodontic Associates

Bowers Orthodontic Specialists

Carle Pediatrics Bloomington

Kimberly Marshall— Bloomington Pediatrics & Allergy

Melanie Barrett— Crunch Fitness

111 N Regency Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5331 www.orthodontic-associates.com

2810 E Empire St Suite A, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0415 www.bowersortho.com

Scott Peterson—Orthodontic Associates

Drake Orthodontics

111 N Regency Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5331 www.orthodontic-associates.com

310 Susan Dr #1, Normal, IL (309) 808-0054 www.bnbraces.com

3024 E Empire St #3F, Bloomington, IL (309) 556-7337 carle.org

OSF Medical Group: Pediatrics

302 St Joseph Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-3100

306 St Joseph Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0504 bloomingtonpediatrics.com

301 Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 807-3388

Brian Emm—Bloomington Pediatrics

Michael Sullivan— Crunch Fitness

306 St Joseph Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0504 bloomingtonpediatrics.com

301 Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 807-3388 www.crunch.com/

Thank you for voting us Best Vet Clinic and Best Veterinarian! SmartVet Dr. Laura Peterson • Dr. Erin Adkins Dr. Romanie Walter

1537 Fort Jesse Rd., Normal, IL • (309) 830-6454 thesmartvet.com

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST PHARMACY

BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST

BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY OFFICE

BEST PLASTIC SURGEON

BEST PLASTIC SURGERY OFFICE

WINNER

Walgreens

Dr. Erin Gambetti, DPT, SCS, LAT, ATC— Central Illinois Spine

Central Illinois Spine

Chad Tattini—Plastic Surgery Associates

Chad Tattini MD Plastic Surgery Associates

FAVORITES

Hy-Vee

Poonam McAllister—Central Illinois Institute of Balance

1502 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 862-4156 walgreens.com

1403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-3050 hyvee.com

CVS

1130 S Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1839 cvs.com

1603 Visa Dr #3, Normal, IL (309) 268-9000 thespinedoctor.net

211 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 663-4900 ciibpt.com

Courtney Yamada—Mclean County Orthopedics

1111 Trinity Lane #111, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6461 mcleancountyortho.com

1603 Visa Dr #3, Normal, IL (309) 268-9000 thespinedoctor.net

902 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-1007 www.chadtattinimd.com

FAVORITES

Central Illinois Institute of Balance

Laura Randolph—Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

211 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 663-4900 ciibpt.com/

McLean County Orthopedics

1111 Trinity Lane #111, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6462 mcleancountyortho.com

2502 E. Empire St. #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

Paige Holt—Randolph & Holt Plastic Surgery and Med Spa

2502 E. Empire St. #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

2502 E Empire St #C, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-4444 bloomingtonnormalplasticsurgery.com

Jeffrey S. Poulter, M.D., FACS

1505 Eastland Dr #350, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-1222 drpoulter.com

Thanks for voting us 1st Place for Best Auto Body Shop nine years in a row! Prompt, Courteous Service

We can fix anything. McLean County’s Choice for 48 years! Kurt Zimmer, Owner • Ryan Zimmer 2025 Ireland Grove Rd., BL • 309-662-5823

www.kurtsautobody.com Like Us On

Front row = Travis Riddle, Rick Hilton, CC Biggs, Joe Woith, Ryan Zimmer, Dodie Williamson Back row = Jeff Meyer, Mike Reynolds, Derrick Hankins, Tommy Pfister, Owen Pfister, Rich King, Kyle Woith

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HEALTH & WELLNESS BEST PODIATRIST

BEST PODIATRY CENTER

BEST PRIMARY CARE OFFICE

BEST PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER

BEST SENIOR LIVING FACILITY

WINNER

Craig Cortese— Cortese Foot & Ankle

Cortese Foot & Ankle Clinic

Bloomington Primary Care

Dr. Adam Houghton— Bloomington Primary Care

The Village At Mercy Creek

FAVORITES

Todd Snoeyink—OSF

OSF Medical Group—Podiatry

Medical Hills Internists

Dr. Stephen Pilcher— Bloomington Primary Care

1607 Visa Dr #5b, Normal, IL (309) 452-3000 cortesefootandankle.com

1701 E College Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-3000 osfhealthcare.org

Gerald Paul, MD—McLean County Food & Ankle

3801 General Electric Rd STE 4, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-9001 www.mcleancountyfootandankle.com/

1607 Visa Dr #5b, Normal, IL (309) 452-3000 cortesefootandankle.com

1701 E College Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-3000 osfhealthcare.org

Heartland Foot & Ankle Associates, P.C.

10 Heartland Dr Ste B, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-9975 www.heartlandfootandankle.com/

9 Heartland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7642 bloomingtonprimarycare.com

1401 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-8311 www.medicalhills.org

OSF Medical Group— Primary Care

2200 Fort Jesse Road Suite 110 Normal, IL (309) 661-6290 www.osfhealthcare.org/primary-care/

9 Heartland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7642 bloomingtonprimarycare.com

Dr. Sven Klauss— Medical Hills Internists

1401 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-8311 www.medicalhills.org

1501 Mercy Creek Drive, Normal, IL (309) 268-1501 www.franciscanministries.org

Westminster Village

2025 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6474 www.westminstervillageinc.com

Luther Oaks

601 Lutz Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 557-8000 www.lutheroaks.org

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS BEST AIR DUCT CLEANING SERVICE

BEST APPLIANCE SERVICE

BEST APPLIANCE STORE

BEST CARPET CLEANING

BEST CONTRACTOR/ REMODELER

BEST CONTRACTOR/ REMODELING COMPANY

WINNER

Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning

Dick Van Dyke Appliance World

Sherman’s

Sweeney Bros Restorative Rug and Carpet Cleaning

John Traeger—Traeger Construction

1210 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 807-4733 bratchercomfort.com/

1611 Clearwater Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-8300 www.appliance-world.com

300 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-7700 www.shermansnow.com

FAVORITES

PRO Air HeatingCooling-ElectricalGeothermal

Sherman’s

Dick Van Dyke Appliance World

2701 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-3415 www.proairhvac.com/

D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc. 1715 Bradford Ln #125, Normal, IL (309) 451-1290 www.drplumbingusa.com/

300 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-7700 www.shermansnow.com/

OK Appliance

906 Four Seasons Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4221 www.okappliance.net/

1611 Clearwater Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-8300 www.appliance-world.com/

OK Appliance

906 Four Seasons Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4222 www.okappliance.net/

D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc

910 Hanlin Ct, Normal, IL (309) 454-4729

1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-9643 djspaintinginc.com

FAVORITES

AquaDry LLC

Scott Biddle—Biddle Construction

Traeger Construction Co

Restoring Touch Carpet Cleaning

Ryan Scritchlow— Scritchlow Concrete Lifting and Slab Jacking

Vision Ventures Construction and Remodeling

11 Westport Ct, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-9199 www.sweeneybrothers.com/ cleanhome.htm

(317) 735-2678

(800) 747-7731 therestoringtouch.com/

(309) 310-1721 biddleconstruction.net

(877) 287-0402 www.scritchlowconcretelifting.com/

910 Hanlin Ct, Normal, IL (309) 454-4729

10363 Lyonheart Ln, Bloomington, IL (309) 846-0564

Thank YOU For Voting Us #1 in Bloomington-normal!

• Best Home Painter • Best Contractor/Remodeling Company • Best Interior Design

WE WOULDN’T BE CELEBRATING 30 YEARS THIS YEAR WITHOUT YOU! DJsPaintingInc.com | 309-452-9643 |

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS BEST ESTATE SALE COMPANY

BEST FLOOR CLEANING/ CARE

BEST FLOORING STORE

BEST FURNITURE STORE

BEST GARAGE DOOR COMPANY

BEST HOME BUILDER

WINNER

Beyond Normal Estate Sales

M&M Carpet Cleaning, Bloomington IL

Carpet Weaver’s Flooring & Furniture Gallery

Whitacre’s Furniture

The Door Doctor

Hoffman Ochs Contractors

316 W Main St, Lexington, IL (309) 287-0689 beyondnormal.co/ beyondnormal-estate-sales

1510 S East St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4242 www.m-mcleaning.com

820 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-4300 carpetweaversflooring.com

FAVORITES

AquaDry LLC

Sweeney Bros. Carpet & Rug Gallery

Tamara’s Estate Sales 2004 Farm Dr, Normal, IL (309) 662-3838

8861 Old Route 66 Shirley, IL (309) 242-0334

11 Westport Ct, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-9199 sweeneybrothers.com

Gem’s Carpet Cleaning Plus, L.L.C.

Bloomington Carpets

1320 N Main St, Pontiac, IL (815) 844-4424

gemscarpetcleaningplusreviews.com/

104 Woodrig Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-1442 www.bloomingtoncarpets.com

704 S Broadway St, Hudson, IL (309) 726-1305 www.whitacresfurniture.com

1312 S Main St unit 1 n, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-3738 thedoordr.com/

FAVORITES

Martin’s Home Furniture

Childers Door Service

Keystone Homes Custom Home Builders & Home Remodelers

501 Chancellor Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7733 martinshomefurniture.com

Sherman’s

300 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-7700 www.shermansnow.com

102 W Walnut St, Hudson, IL (309) 827-3222 www.childersdoor.com/

DH Pace Garage Doors of Central Illinois

419 Bronco Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-3667 dhpacecentralillinois.com/

3807 General Electric Rd # 1, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-3540 www.hoffmanochs.com

2203 Eastland Dr, Suite 6, Bloomington, IL (309) 275-0836 mykeystonehomes.com

Trunk Bay Companies

304 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-9229 www.trunkbaycompanies.com

Best Furniture Store Voted 1 #

3 Years in a Row!

Thank you to all of our loyal customers for voting for us. For 29 years our family has offered quality handmade furniture made by Amish Craftsmen. 704 S. Broadway, Hudson

(309) 726-1305 Visit Our Showroom in Hudson Only minutes North of Bloomington

www.WhitacresFurniture.com HOURS: Monday-Saturday 9-5

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS BEST HOME CLEANING

BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT/ HARDWARE STORE

BEST HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

BEST HOME PAINTER

BEST HVAC COMPANY

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN

WINNER

Molly Maid of Bloomington Normal

Menards

Impressive Inspections Inc

DJ’s Painting & Remodeling 1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-9643 djspaintinginc.com

D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc

1311 Courtland Ave., Normal, IL (309) 220-6889 www.impressiveinspections.com

Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning 1210 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 807-4733 bratchercomfort.com

1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-9643 djspaintinginc.com

FAVORITES

Wm. Masters, Inc

Majestic Interior Design

401 Olympia Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8481 www.wmmastersinc.com

808 S Eldorado Rd # 1, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7828 majesticinteriordesign.com

PRO Air HeatingCooling-ElectricalGeothermal

The Refined Cottage

7 Finance Dr # 5, Bloomington, IL (309) 392-4164 mollymaid.com

900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com

FAVORITES

Merry Maids of Bloomington-Normal

Ace Hardware

Sego Inspections Inc

(309) 226-4419 merrymaids.com

Melissa’s Marvelous Services (309) 532-3052

204 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 454-5413 www.acesetsthepace.com

3213 Kirkwood Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 533-2463 www.segoinspections.com/

Lowe’s Home Improvement

Trustworthy Home Inspections

2101 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-6467 www.lowes.com/

9379 N 1750 East Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 261-7407 trustworthyinspector.com/

Todd Ingold— Ingold Painting

Wes Ummel— MLP Painting & Powerwashing Towanda, IL (309) 242-1068

2701 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-3415 www.proairhvac.com

Bloomington, IL (815) 343-0803 therefinedcottage.com

Thank You For Voting For Us!

Voted #1 Best Appliance Service 1611 Clearwater Ave. Bloomington 309-827-8300 Appliance-World.com

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS BEST LANDSCAPER

BEST LAWN MAINTENANCE

BEST LUMBER STORE

BEST MATTRESS STORE

BEST PAINT STORE

BEST PEST CONTROL SERVICES

WINNER

Bellas Landscaping

Menards

Sherman’s

Don Smith Paint Company

American Pest Control, Inc.

2405 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5263 www.bellaslandscaping.com

900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com

FAVORITES

Penn Landscaping and Sunburst Nursery

R.P. Lumber Company

2407 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-5513 pennlandscaping.com

Freitag Seasonal Services

20200 N 250 East Rd, Danvers, IL (309) 275-7741 www.freitagseasonalservices.com

2407 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-5513 pennlandscaping.com

LKM Mowing and Landscaping

2020 Eagle Rd, Normal, IL (309) 454-3600 www.lkmlandscaping.com

2440 S Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-6067 www.rplumber.com

Hines Supply

908 White Oak Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 205-3100 www.hinessupply.com

300 Landmark Dr, Normal, IL (309) 454-7700 www.shermansnow.com

www.donsmithpaintandwallpaper.com

801 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-6915 callamericanpest.com

FAVORITES

Mattress Firm Bloomington

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store

Mosquito Squad of Central Illinois

1 Auto Row Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-2938 www.mattressfirm.com

1208 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-8541

1906 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 452-1242 www.sherwin-williams.com

1009 Zepher Drive, Athens, IL (217) 516-3141 mosquitosquad.com

Menards

First Strike Termite & Pest Control

Sleep Number

506 IAA Dr Suite 105, Bloomington, IL (309) 316-9199 www.sleepnumber.com

900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com

902 N Linden St, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-0746 www.firststrikepestcontrolinc.com

Voted: •Best Place to get Pampered •Best Spa •Best Hair Salon There is no time more fitting to say “Thank You” than right now! We are so grateful for the support of our amazing community! Our very deserving stylists, massage therapists, estheticians, and nail techs say thank you for voting for us!

#1 BEST COFFEE SHOP #1 BEST SMOOTHIE #2 BEST SPECIALTY DRINK Sincere thanks for your votes and support of our local business.

It is a pleasure to fill your cup! 309-829-0482 Fox-n-hounds.com

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Central Illinois Where AMAZING Happens!!

MOST EXPERIENCED NON-SURGICAL SPINAL DECOMPRESSION DOCTOR IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS Best Chiropractic Office (2 Years in a Row!)

Best Chiropractor Dr. Jay Bersche D.C.

Best Physical Therapy Office

1603 Visa Drive #3, Normal 309-268-9000 www.thespinedoctor.net

Best Physical Therapist

Dr. Erin Gambetti DPT, SCS, LAT, ATC (2 Years in a Row!)

We thank you for voting for us! If you or a loved one need our help, connect with us on our website or call 309-268-9000

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS BEST PLUMBER

BEST PLUMBING SERVICE

BEST POOL BUILDER

BEST PRESSURE WASHING

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT

BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM

WINNER

Colin White—Platinum Plumbing

Covenant Plumbing

AMG Pressure Washing

Roxanne Hartrich— RE/MAX Choice

The PACK at REMAX Rising

418 Olympia Dr., Suite 8, Bloomington, IL (309) 316-6936 www.PlumbingByCovenant.com

Reliable Pools, Inc. (309) 532-1687 reliablepoolsblono.com

1528 N. Hershey Rd, Bloomington IL (309) 660-8974 www.amgpressurewashing.com

FAVORITES

Delayne Stickling— Covenant Plumbing

CK Brush Plumbing, Heating & Drain Cleaning

Etcheson Spa & Pool

1201 Major St Suite A, Normal, IL (309) 516-0123 platinumplumbingnow.com

418 Olympia Dr., Suite 8, Bloomington, IL (309) 316-6936 www.PlumbingByCovenant.com

Shane Martin— Covenant Plumbing

418 Olympia Dr., Suite 8, Bloomington, IL (309) 316-6936 www.PlumbingByCovenant.com

715 N Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-3768 ckbrush.com

Platinum Plumbing

1201 Major St Suite A, Normal, IL (309) 516-0123 platinumplumbingnow.com

1201 S Main St, Normal, IL (309) 452-5727 www.etchesonspaandpool.com

Backyard Pool & Patio 2401 1/2 East Empire Street, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-2772 www.backyardpoolpatio.com

Thank You for Voting Us #1 in Best Home Care! (2 Years in a Row!) Bloomington / Normal (309) 808-3047 www.synergyhomecare.com

2203 Eastland Dr Suite #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 532-1445 roxannehartrich.remax.com

1015 Ekstam Drive, Bloomington (309) 319-7792 remaxrising.com

FAVORITES

D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc

Taylor Hoffman— Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

The Couillard Group— Keller Williams Revolution

Rhendy Bradshaw— RE/MAX Rising

Team Wycoff Realtors — Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Central Illinois Realtors

1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 452-9643 djspaintinginc.com

Power Wash Services, Inc.

211 N Clinton St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-3846 www.powerwashservices.com

304 N. Hershey Road, Bloomington, IL (309) 287.6513 www.coldwellhomes.com

1015 Ekstam Drive, Bloomington (309) 533-9815 www.rhendywithremax.com

2401 E Empire St b, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-4663 bloomingtonhomes.com

1 Brickyard Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 242-2647 www.teamwycoffrealtors.com

Thank You

to everyone who voted for us! AMERICANA ANIMAL HOSPITAL DR. BILL SOMERS & DR. SADIE RIEGLER

1405 Morrissey Dr., Bloomington 309-662-3241 | bloomingtonnormalvet.com

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HOME SERVICES & FURNISHINGS

LOCAL

BEST ROOFING COMPANY

BEST SIDING COMPANY

BEST TREE SERVICE

BEST WINDOW COMPANY

BEST WINDOW TREATMENT COMPANY

BEST ART GALLERY

WINNER

Integrity Roofing LLC

TJ Blakeney Tree Service

Traeger Construction Co

The Well Dressed Window

McLean County Arts Center

1206 S Adelaide St #3, Normal, IL (309) 831-7274 integrityroofingllc.net

8585 E 1950 North Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-0630

FAVORITES

Carlson Exteriors Inc.

Oak Bros Tree Care & Removal LLC

3004 Gill St #800, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-9001 carlsonexteriors.com

All Seasons Roofing

1312 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-1439 allseasonsroofing-il.com

3004 Gill St #800, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-9001 carlsonexteriors.com

Window World of Bloomington

1716 R T Dunn Dr Suite 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5237 windowworldbloomington.com

14658 E 925 North Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 392-4127

bloomingtontreeservicecompany.com

Flynn Tree Services

221 Denman Rd, Carlock, IL (309) 376-3851 www.flynntree.com

910 Hanlin Ct, Normal, IL (309) 454-4729

(309) 275-3165 www.blindsbloomington.com

601 N East St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-0011 mcac.wildapricot.org

FAVORITES

Window World of Bloomington

1716 R T Dunn Dr Suite 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5238 windowworldbloomington.com

Pella Windows & Doors of Normal 1717 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 663-7132 www.pellabranch.com

Eaton Studio

1716 R T Dunn Dr Suite 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5239 windowworldbloomington.com

411 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-1575 www.eatonstudiogallery.com

Drapery Decor

The Hangar Art Co.

2003 Hedgewood Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 336-3260 drapery-decor.com

105 W Jefferson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 319-8672 www.thehangarartco.com

T hank You!

to All Of Our Loyal Clients for Voting Us... Best Accountant Shannon Stewart

Best Tax Preparation Office

Best Accounting Firm

Best Tax Preparer Shannon Stewart

203 Landmark dr. Suite C, normaL 309-827-3266 www.amtax1040.Com

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LOCAL BEST COMMUNITY EVENT

BEST EVENT FACILITY

BEST HISTORIC SITE

BEST LOCAL BAND/ MUSICIAN

BEST LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS

BEST MINORITY-OWNED LOCAL BUSINESS

WINNER

Sugar Creek Arts Festival

Vrooman Mansion

David Davis Mansion

Jack Lewis Jewelers

Thai House of Bloomington IL

Uptown Normal (309) 829.0011 mcac.org

5425, 701 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8816 vroomanmansion.com

FAVORITES Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market Museum Square, Downtown Bloomington (309) 434-2295 downtownbloomington.org

David Davis Mansion Glorious Garden Festival 1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-1084 daviddavismansion.org

1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-1084 daviddavismansion.org

www.brushville.com

Brushville

1704 Eastland Dr #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0538 www.jacklewisjewelers.com

FAVORITES

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

Vrooman Mansion

Gingerbread House Toys

The Rock Restaurant

600 N East St, Bloomington, IL (309) 434-2777 www.artsblooming.org

5425, 701 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-8816 vroomanmansion.com

Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center

McLean County Museum of History

1413 Leslie Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-4300 www.parkeregency.com

200 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0428 www.mchistory.org

Dan Hubbard danhubbard.net

Style in Stereo

(309) 660-5290 palma-entertainment.com

915 E Washington St #3, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-8811 gingerbreadhousetoys.com

Kara and Kaylee’s Kloset

360 Wylie Dr. Suite 710, Normal, IL (309) 532-1445

805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2600 thaihouserestaurants.com

203 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 451-4976 therockrestaurant.net

A to Z’ Catering and Parties

1002 N Linden St, Bloomington, IL (309) 622-3266 atozscateringandparties.com

Thank you to all of our amazing supporters for your nominations and votes! Thank you for nominating us for Best Steak and Coldest Beer

• Best Cheeseburger - 2nd Place • Best Horseshoe - Runner Up Taco Tuesday Weekly • Steak Night 2nd & 4th Thursday • Daily Drink and Lunch Specials • Video Gaming

208 W Main St #7543, Stanford, IL • (309) 379-2281

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PETS & ANIMALS BEST ANIMAL DAY CARE

BEST KENNEL/ BOARDING

BEST PET GROOMING SERVICE

BEST PET STORE

BEST VETERINARIAN

BEST VETERINARY OFFICE

WINNER

Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa

Paws Up Pet Grooming

PetSmart

William Somers— DVM Americana Animal Hospital

SmartVet Mobile Veterinary Service

405 Olympia Drive, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0880 www.paradisepethotelandspa.com

405 Olympia Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0880 www.paradisepethotelandspa.com

507 Pine St, Normal, IL (309) 808-0389 www.pawsuppetgrooming.com

1606 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-3961 petsmart.com

FAVORITES

K-9 Country Club

Premium Pet Supply

Romanie Walter— SmartVet

Town & Country Animal Hospital

414 Lumbertown Rd, Normal, IL (309) 451-3647 www.k-9countryclub.net

Paws Up Pet Grooming

Kruger animal hospital

Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa

507 Pine St, Normal, IL (309) 808-0389 www.pawsuppetgrooming.com

1824 W Hovey Ave, Normal, IL (309) 452-5111 www.krugeranimalhospital.com

405 Olympia Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-0880 www.paradisepethotelandspa.com

Thank You for Voting for Us!

Best Place for Kids Parties

(Best of 4 Years in a Row!) Ask About Our New Monthly Memberships

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* 2 Hours of Jump per Day. Visit Park for Details Altitudebloomington.com 1702 G.E. Road, Bloomington (309) 663-1988

1500 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-2153 www.frommfamily.com/r/1787

Pet Supplies Plus

1720 Bradford Ln #102, Normal, IL (309) 585-1035 www.petsuppliesplus.com

(309) 662-3241 www.bloomingtonnormalvet.com

1537 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 830-6454 thesmartvet.com

1537 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal, IL (309) 830-6454 thesmartvet.com/

901 N Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 452-1717 www.tcah.net

Matt Bussan— Town and Country Animal Hospital

Americana Animal Hospital

901 N Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 452-1717 www.tcah.net

1405 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3241 www.bloomingtonnormalvet.com

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SERVICES BEST APARTMENT RENTAL COMPANY

BEST AUCTION COMPANY

BEST AUCTIONEER

BEST CELLULAR SERVICE PROVIDER

BEST COMPUTER/ SMARTPHONE REPAIR

BEST ELECTRICAL SERVICES COMPANY

WINNER

1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-5885 excelrem.com/

Mark Reynolds Auctions

Kevin Birlingmiar— Heartland Bank & Trust Company

Verizon

Normal Gadgets

Corn Belt Energy

FAVORITES

Ironwood Gardens Apartments

Wapella Auction House

Mark Reynolds—Mark Reynolds Auctions

Excel Real Estate Management

2000 N Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 888-4321

702 Bradley Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 825-7279

700 Walnut Cir, Wapella, IL (217) 935-6286

401 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-8915 www.hbtbank.com

702 Bradley Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 825-7279

www.ironwoodgardensapartments.com

Redbird Property Management

200 N Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 454-4888 redbirdapts.com

Barrett Auction House

705 E. Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL (217) 766-7308 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com

Billy Bolen—Bolen Auction service (309) 275-8145

Thank You

To Our Loyal Customers Who Voted For Us! We Are Honored To Have Placed In 5 Categories!

504 IAA Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 664-6977 www.verizon.com

802 S Eldorado Rd Suite A3, Bloomington, IL (309) 807-3333 www.normalgadgets.com

1502 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-5330 www.cornbeltenergy.com/

FAVORITES

AT&T Store

Advanced Computing

2109 Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3262 attvip.com

Verizon Authorized Retailer, The Digital Store

401 Olympia Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8481 wmmastersinc.com

Bamjac Computers

Ameren Illinois

107 Mall Dr, Normal, IL (309) 862-2670 bemobile.com

1103 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 287-9501 bamjac.net

909 N. Hershey Rd., Bloomington 309-662-6711

www.drmckays.com

503 E Lafayette St, Bloomington, IL (800) 755-5000 www.ameren.com/illinois/

To Our Loyal Customers Who Voted For Us! We Are Honored To Have Placed In 4 Categories.

Best Bar Best Slots / Video Gambling Best Happy Hour Best Chicken Wings Wheel and Alehouse Best Burger Open 7 Days a Week!

Wm. Masters, Inc

1540 E College Ave #10B, Normal, IL (309) 454-5152 computersbn.com

Open 7 Days a Week!

Best Karaoke Best Slots / Video Gambling Best Fried Chicken Best Sandwich 409 N. Hershey Rd., Bloomington 309-386-1642

www.jpswheelhouse.com

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SERVICES BEST ELECTRICIAN

BEST FUNERAL HOME

BEST HANDYMAN SERVICES

BEST INSURANCE AGENT

BEST INSURANCE COMPANY

BEST INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER

WINNER

Kristopher Walker— Masters Bros

Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home

Traeger Construction Co

Jim Spachman— State Farm

State Farm

MetroNet Bloomington Normal

4109 Wicker Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-0400 mastersbros.com

1115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2415 www.calvertmemorial.com

FAVORITES

Jason Sorensen— Livey Electric

Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home

16777 Old Colonial Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2625 liveyelectric.com

Gary Hulen— Hulen Electric

201 S Hilton St, Heyworth, IL (309) 473-3373

1800 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-1968 www.carmodyflynn.com

Kibler Brady Ruestman Memorial Home

1104 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2422 www.kiblerbradyruestman.com

910 Hanlin Ct, Normal, IL (309) 454-4729

FAVORITES

Biddle Construction; (309) 261-5966 biddleconstruction.net

RLH Handyman Services, LLC Bloomington IL (309) 310-8243

2501 E College Ave, Ste A, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1700 www.jimspachman.com

1 State Farm Plaza, Bloomington, IL (309) 766-2311 www.statefarm.com

503 N Prospect Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 386-1300 www.metronetinc.com

FAVORITES

Steve Haas—State Farm

COUNTRY Financial

Xfinity Store by Comcast

2315 E Empire St STE 1, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-3456 www.stevehaasagency.com

1705 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (866) 268-6879 www.countryfinancial.com

Chris Mizell—State Farm

McBeath Financial Group

202 S Eldorado Rd b1, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-5111 www.mizellteam.com

203 Landmark Dr Unit A, Normal, IL (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com

303 Veterans Pkwy # 125, Normal, IL (800) 934-6489 www.xfinity.com

Mediacom

205 E. Olive Stree, , Bloomington (877) 636-7193 www.mediacomcable.com

Thank You for Voting Us #1 in Best Plumbing Service!

309-316-6936

plumbingbycovenant.com

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SERVICES BEST LAW FIRM

BEST LAWYER

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

BEST PLACE OF WORSHIP

WINNER

Ritchie Law Office, Ltd.

Chad A. Ritchie— Ritchie Law Office, Ltd. 2203 E Empire St STE G, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7000 www.ritchielawoffice.com

Karen Stauffer Photography

Eastview Christian Church

115 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (815) 414-6088 www.karenstauffer.com

1500 North Airport Rd, Normal, IL (309) 451-5000 eastview.church

FAVORITES

Law Office of Patrick J. O’Rourke

Amanda Willette— Law office of Patrick J. O’Rourke

Connie Mowery Cup of Jo Photography

2203 E Empire St STE G, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7000 www.ritchielawoffice.com

2304 Stern Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0714 pjolawpc.com

Finegan, Rinker & Ghrist

111 W Front St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0388 www.fineganlawfirm.com

2304 Stern Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 585-0714 pjolawpc.com

Todd Bugg— Dunn Law Firm

1001 N Main St suite a, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-6241 dunnlaw.com

Vale Church

101 East Division Street Bloomington IL (309) 824-2907 cupofjophotography.com

Sarah Petersen Photography (815) 694-0718

www.sarahpetersenphotography.com

BEST SERVICE BEST PRINTING COMPANY ORGANIZATION OR CLUB WINNER

WINNER

The Copy Shop

Kara & Kaylee’s Kloset

302 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5466 www.thecopyshoponline.com

FAVORITES

bopi

3211 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-8508 www.vale.church

1705 S Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (800) 298-2674 www.bopi.com

Saint Patrick Catholic Church of Merna

Meltdown Creative Works

1001 N Towanda Barnes Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7361 stpatrickmerna.org

360 Wylie Dr Suite 710 Normal, IL (309) 532-1445

409 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 310-1978 www.meltdowncreative.com

Baby Fold

108 E Willow St, Normal, IL (309) 452.1170 www.thebabyfold.org

Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal

1615 Illinois St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-3034 bgcbn.org

4 Years! BEST HOMEBUILDER!

Thank You

h o ff m a n o c h s . c o m

to all our customers, friends & families! We appreciate your support!

Central Illinois’Dream Builders

309.208.0879

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SERVICES

SHOPPING

BEST SPIRITUAL LEADER

BEST STAFFING AGENCY

BEST TRAVEL AGENCY

BEST TRAVEL AGENT

BEST ANTIQUE SHOP

BEST BICYCLE SHOP

WINNER

David McBurney— Trinity Lutheran Church

Express Employment Professionals

Peoria Charter Travel

Marci McCarrey— Peoria Charter Travel

Neighborhood Thrift Store

801 S Madison St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-6265 www.trinluth.org

2203 E Empire St #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6922 www.expresspros.com/ bloomingtonil

FAVORITES

Jan Lancaster—Bistro

316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-2278

902 IAA Dr Suite 2C, Bloomington, IL (309) 661-1906 www.pridestaff.com/ bloomington

Mike Baker—Eastview Christian Church

Abbey Placements LLC

PrideStaff

1500 North Airport Rd, Normal, IL (309) 451-5000 eastview.church

2310 E Oakland Ave #5, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-6680 abbeyplacements.com

1503 E College Ave Unit D, Normal, IL (309) 662-6951 peoriachartertravel.com

1503 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 662-6951 peoriachartertravel.com

406 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2500

FAVORITES

Direct Travel

Jill Stralow— Direct Travel

Bronze Giraffe Antiques

2415 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (800) 397-1455 directtravelci.com

AAA Bloomington

2103 N Veterans Pkwy Ste 116, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-6512 chicago.aaa.com

2415 E. Washington St., Bloomington (800) 397-1455 directtravelci.com

Julie Gildner— Direct Travel

2415 E. Washington St., Bloomington (800) 397-1455 directtravelci.com

Bloomington Cycle and Fitness

915 E Washington St suite 1, Bloomington, IL (309) 820-8036 www.bloomingtoncycleandfitness.com

FAVORITES Vitesse Cycle Shop

1720 Bradford Ln, Normal, IL (309) 452-7594 bronze-giraffe-antiques. business.site

206 S Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 454-1541 www.vitessecycle.com

Birch & Beams Home

Wilson Cycle Sales & Service

107 S Chestnut St, Le Roy, IL (309) 200-6081 birchandbeams.com

426 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-6824 www.wilsonscycle.com

SHOPPING BEST BOUTIQUE

BEST CBD STORE

BEST CONSIGNMENT/ RESALE SHOP

BEST FLORIST

BEST GARDEN CENTER/ NURSERY

BEST GIFT SHOP

WINNER

Sandy’s Secret Wednesdays

Twin City Vapor

Bloomington ReStore— Habitat for Humanity of McLean County

Casey’s Garden Shop

Sandy’s Secret Wednesdays

304 Sunset Dr suite a, Le Roy, IL (309) 200-6164 sandyssecretwednesdays.com

7413, 1328 E Empire St STE C, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-8273 twincityvapor.com

FAVORITES

La La Boutique

Beyond / Hello Bloomington Cannabis Dispensary

314 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 386-1397

Apricot Lane Boutique Normal

206 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 585-2337 apricotlaneboutique.com/ store/normal/

501 Northtown Rd, Normal, IL (309) 434-5141 beyond-hello.com

The Smoker’s Den

606 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-9200 smokersden.co

1505 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-1424 www.caseysgardenshop.com

FAVORITES

Carle BroMenn Resale Boutique

Forget Me Not Flowers

AB Hatchery & Garden Center

1402 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 454-6047 www.bnrestore.org

1322 S Main St, Normal, IL (309) 556-7467 carle.org/giving/ways-to-give/ resale-boutiques

Neighborhood Thrift Store

406 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-2500

1208 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-1001

www.forgetmenotbloomington.com

Beck’s Family Florist

312 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-3632 www.becksfamilyflorist.com

916 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-2722 abhatcherygarden.com

Wendell Niepagen Greenhouses and Garden Center 2010 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-4580 www.niepagens.com

304 Sunset Dr suite a, Le Roy, IL (309) 200-6164 sandyssecretwednesdays.com

FAVORITES The Garlic Press

108 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 452-8841 thegarlicpress.com

Crossroads Fair Trade Goods and Gifts

428 N. Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-0121 www.crossroadshandcrafts.com

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SHOPPING BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST HOBBY/ CRAFT STORE

BEST JEWELRY STORE

BEST MUSIC STORE

BEST OPTICAL BOUTIQUE

BEST PLACE TO BUY FRESH PRODUCE

WINNER

Hy-Vee

Hobby Lobby

Jack Lewis Jewelers

The Music Shoppe Inc.

1107 Optique at VisionPoint Eye Center

Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market

1403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com

306 Towanda Ave, Normal, IL (309) 451-0025 www.hobbylobby.com

1704 Eastland Dr #1, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0538 www.jacklewisjewelers.com

FAVORITES

Meijer

1900 E College Ave, Normal, IL (309) 888-0800 www.meijer.com

Green Top Grocery 921 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com

Red Raccoon Games

Hustedt Jewelers

1540 E College Ave # 4, Normal, IL (309) 452-7436 www.themusicshoppe.com

FAVORITES Carl’s Pro Band

1107 Airport Road, Bloomington, IL (309) 662-7700 www.visionpointeye.com/ 1107-optique

FAVORITES

Specs Around Town

Jackson’s Produce

309 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9196 www.redraccoongames.com

713 IAA Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-2299 hustedtjewelers.com

1806 E Empire Street Service Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-4676 www.carlsproband.com

317 N Center St, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-7327 specsaroundtown.com

Michaels

Solid Gold Jewelers Inc

Waiting Room

Gailey Eye Clinic

200 Greenbriar Dr a, Normal, IL (309) 268-4007 www.michaels.com

124 W North St, Normal, IL (309) 452-1612 www.solidgoldjewelers.net

113 W. North St, Normal, IL (309) 452-4222 waitingroomrecords.com

Museum Square, Downtown Bloomington (309) 434-2295 downtownbloomington.org

1008 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (800) 325-7706 gaileyeyeclinic.com

2329 Springfield Rd, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5444 jacksonsproduce.com

Fresh Thyme Market

403 N Veterans Pkwy Unit 2, Bloomington, IL (309) 445-6018 www.freshthyme.com

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SHOPPING BEST SEWING STORE

BEST SHOE STORE

BEST SPORTING GOODS STORE

BEST TOY STORE

BEST VAPE STORE

WINNER

1210 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-6591 www.adriansshoesandrepair.com

DICK’S Sporting Goods

Gingerbread House Toys

216 Shiner St, Hudson, IL (309) 485-1010 www.hudsonsewingstudio.com

1608 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 807-1908 www.dickssportinggoods.com

915 E Washington St #3, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-8811 gingerbreadhousetoys.com

7413, 1328 E Empire St STE C, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-8273 www.twincityvapor.com

FAVORITES

JOANN Fabrics and Crafts

Von Maur

WildCountry

Red Raccoon Games

BEYOND / HELLO Normal Cannabis Dispensary

Sewing Studio

1701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-7672 stores.joann.com

Wee Sew Shop

1210 Towanda Ave Ste 18, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-3975

Adrian’s Shoes & Repair

301 Veterans Pkwy, Normal, IL (309) 454-2048 www.vonmaur.com

Fleet Feet Bloomington

105 Krispy Kreme Drive Suite #5, Bloomington, IL (309) 808-3220 www.fleetfeet.com/s/bloomington

203 S Linden St, Normal, IL (309) 452-0222 wildcountry4fun.com

Read’s Sporting Goods 812 IAA Dr, Bloomington, IL (309) 663-0355

309 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 828-9196 www.redraccoongames.com

The School Shop

1224 Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL (309) 827-5555 www.theschoolshopstore.com

Twin City Vapor

501 Northtown Rd, Normal, IL (309) 590-3005 beyond-hello.com

The Smoker’s Den

606 N Main St, Bloomington, IL (309) 829-9200 smokersden.co

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Best Senior Living Facility

1051 Mercy Creek Dr., Normal 309-268-1501 www.villageatmercycreek.org

Thank you for voting for The Village at Mercy Creek!

Best Memory Care

Best Assisted Living

Best Independent Living

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Doing our best for you! Best Eye Center VisionPoint Eye Center Best Optical Shop 1107 Optique at VisionPoint Eye Center Recipient of Multiple Best Doctor Awards Every morning, the VisionPoint team gathers to begin our day with a shared vision. We commit to providing every patient with excellent medical care in an extraordinary visit. Thank you for expecting the best of us! We are so grateful: To our patients for their trust To our staff for their skilled, patient-focused teamwork To our community for supporting local businesses To all who nominated and voted for VisionPoint Eye Center, 1107 Optique and our doctors.

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