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BEST ACCOUNTING FIRM
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Striegel Knobloch & Co LLC: John J Belletete CPA
Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning
Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa
Babb’s Service Company
Kruger Animal Hospital
115 W Jefferson St #200, Bloomington (309) 829-4303 www.skco.net
1210 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 807-4733 bratchercomfort.com
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Hamilton & Sikora, CPA 702 N Clinton St, Bloomington (309) 827-0363
Hjerpe & Tennison CPAS, LLC 2817 Reed Rd #2, Bloomington (309) 663-1120 www.hjerpecpa.com
Insight CPAs & Financial, LLC 2712 Mc Graw Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-1353 www.insightcpafinancial.com
McBeath Financial Group
203 Landmark Dr, Unit A, Normal (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com
Tax & Accounting Plus Inc 501 N. Clinton St, Bloomington (309) 827-4010 www.taxaccountingplus.com
2247 Springfield Rd, Bloomington (309) 829-9455 www.babbservice.com
1824 W Hovey Ave, Normal (309) 378-8082 www.krugeranimalhospital.com
Chambers Services Inc
K-9 Country Club
1102 W Macarthur Ave, Bloomington (309) 829-6750 www.chambersservicesinc.com
Hermes Service and Sales
414 Lumbertown Rd, Normal (309) 451-3647 k-9countryclub.net
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409 S Center St, Bloomington (309) 828-8111 www.hermesservice.com
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Masters Brothers
That Dapper Pet
4109 Wicker Rd, Bloomington (309) 661-0400 mastersbros.com
416 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-3277 www.thatdapperpet.com
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Core 3
Dick Van Dyke Appliance World
1716 RT Dunn Drive Suite 4, Bloomington (309) 808-2125 www.Core3Companies.com
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Apartment Mart Inc
912 N Linden St, Bloomington (309) 827-8576 www.apartment-mart.com
Excel Real Estate Management
1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington (309) 829-5885 www.excelrem.com
Redbird Property Management
200 N Linden St, Normal (309) 454-4888 redbirdapts.com
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Sherman’s
300 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 454-7700 www.shermansinc.com
Benson’s Appliance Sales and Repair
404 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-0369 www.bensonsappliance.com
Chambers Services Inc
1102 W Macarthur Ave, Bloomington (309) 829-6750 www.chambersservicesinc.com
J T’s Appliance Repair Bloomington (309) 454-3813
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Billy Bolen
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705 E Lincoln St, Bloomington (217) 766-7308 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com
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Mark Reynolds
Cook’s Auto Body
702 Bradley Dr, Bloomington (309) 825-7279 www.reynoldsauctions.com
415 North Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 452-3555 www.cooksautobody.com
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Bob Zook Auto Body Inc
104 E Center St, Le Roy (309) 962-8015 www.frickerauctions.com
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705 E Lincoln St, Bloomington (217) 766-7308 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com
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215 E Owsley St, Chenoa (309) 261-4537 prochnowauctions.com
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Parkway Auto Laundry
1001 Croxton Ave #3, Bloomington (309) 808-1751 www.gearheadsbloomington.com
Gearheads Garage
Heartland Bank and Trust Company
Multiple locations
Perfection Auto & Detailing 914 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 828-9090 www.perfectionauto.net
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411 Detroit Dr, Bloomington (309) 828-9741 bobzookauto.com
700 W Main St, El Paso (309) 527-6050 www.hellerstores.net
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Kurt’s Auto Body Repair Shop
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2025 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-5823 www.kurtsautobody.com
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Ziebart Superstore
2023 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-7878 www.zteamsuperstore.com
R & R Certified Tire and Auto 1003 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 557-0177 www.randrtireauto.com
Clay Dooley Tire and Auto Service
PNC Bank
Multiple locations www.pnc.com
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Busey
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Chase Bank
620 W Olive St, Bloomington (309) 828-8473 donowentire.com
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Hartnell Automotive
Commerce Bank
1314 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 808-2344
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Parkway Auto Laundry
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Illinois State University
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100 N University St, Normal (309) 438-2111 illinoisstate.edu
Refined Barber
Rainstorm Car Wash - Empire
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Heartland Community College
Fox & Hounds Day Spa
Perfection Auto & Detailing
Go Green Commercial Cleaning and Carpet Cleaning
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Shoey’s Barber Shop
Rainstorm Car Wash - Main
Illinois Wesleyan University
1207 Towanda Ave, Bloomington (309) 662-3532
814 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-2430 www.rainstormcarwash.com
M&M Cleaning
1510 S East St, Bloomington (309) 663-4242 www.m-mcleaning.com
1312 Park St, Bloomington (309) 556-1000 www.iwu.edu
Shorty’s Barber Shop
Thorntons
Papa Bear Carpet Care
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
8978 Mill Creek Rd, Bloomington (309) 275-9999 www.papabearcarpetcare.com
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Advanced Computing
Bradley University
1501 W Bradley Ave, Peoria (309) 676-7611 bradley.edu
Multiple Locations www.thorntonsinc.com
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1500 W Raab Rd, Normal (309) 268-8000 www.heartland.edu
914 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 828-9090 www.perfectionauto.net
205 1/2 North St, Normal (309) 452-1771 shortysbarbershop.net
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Bamjac Computers
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Nerds on Call
1700 Parkway Plaza #3A, Normal (309) 451-9600 callrnerds.com
901 West Illinois St, Urbana (217) 333-0302 illinois.edu
ASSOCIATES IN DERMATOLOGY Would like to say,
Thank You! DR. LUCY WISDOM DR. WISDOM VOTEDLUCY BEST DERMATOLOGIST IN BLOOMINGTON/NORMAL
Voted #1 Best DR. THOMAS BRANDER dermatologist was Honorable Mention in Bloomington/normal BEST DERMATOLOGIST
1404 Eastland Drive, Suite 204 Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 662-8813
Thomas R. Brander MD, Lucy N. Wisdom MD, Erin Redd APN, Kali Fever APN
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D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc
CEFCU
1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington (309) 452-9643 www.djspaintinginc.com
Vision Ventures Construction & Remodeling, Inc. 10363 Lyonheart Ln, Bloomington (309) 846-0564 www.visionventuresteam.com
Hoffman Ochs General Contractors
Illinois State Credit Union 1309 S. Center St, Normal (309) 451-8400 www.itsmycreditunion.org
IAA Credit Union
Mid-Illini Credit Union
Jon Kjeldgaard Construction
25156 E. 1400 North Road, Ellsworth (309) 275-3661
Nordine Remodeling LLC
BEST DAY CARE
BEST DJ SERVICE
Little Jewels Learning Center 4117 Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 662-0303 www.littlejewelslearningcenter.com
Heartland Child Development Lab
808 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 557-2541 www.iaacu.org
3807 General Electric Rd #1, Bloomington (309) 208-0879 www.hoffmanochs.com
112 Merle Ln #205, Normal (309) 888-4662 www.nordineremodeling.com
Multiple locations cefcu.com
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1811 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 661-1166 www.midillinicu.com
Prairieland Federal Credit Union 416 N. Kays Dr, Normal (309) 862-1838 www.notyournormalbank.com
1500 W Raab Rd, Normal (309) 268-8210 www.heartland.edu/cdl
Katie’s Kids Learning Center 1602 Glenbridge Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-5800 www.katieskids.net
Rogy’s Learning Place - Main St. 1106 S Main St, Normal (309) 452-9611 www.rogys.com
Scribbles Center For Learning 1415 Woodbine Rd, Bloomington (309) 665-0000 www.scribblescenterforlearning.com
YWCA Young Wonders Early Learning and Youth Development 1201 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-0461 www.ywcamclean.org
Glass Slipper Entertainment Bloomington (309) 310-5617 www.glassslipperentertainment.com
Light and Sound by Josh Ummel Atlanta (309) 846-4159
Absolute Light and Sound 201 W Walnut St, Hudson (309)275-5100 www.absolutelightandsound.com
Weddings With Wes Eureka, IL (309)264-1801
X-Treme Light & Sound
706 Trimmer Dr, Hudson (309) 319-0598 www.xtremelightandsound.com
BEST ELECTRICIAN
Wm. Masters, Inc
401 Olympia Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-8481 wmmastersinc.com
Masters Brothers
4109 Wicker Rd, Bloomington (309) 661-0400 mastersbros.com
Residential Electric Inc 2 Ash St, Bloomington (309) 829-4230 www.residentialehci.com
Weber Electric, Inc.
200 E Lafayette St, Bloomington (309) 827-7337
Wilcox Electric & Service Inc.
1801 Industrial Park Dr Unit B, Normal (309) 452-7099 www.wilcoxelectric.com
THANK YOU BARKER MoToRS... Where Winning is a
for voting
TradiTion 5 Star Dealer 99% Recommended • Voted in top 3 of local auto dealers One of the largest Buick/GMC inventories in Illinois
Come see why Barker is the better way to buy a car!
Thank you
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Come see why our customers choose us! 921 E. Washington • Bloomington, Illinois www.greentopgrocery.com
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PrideStaff
902 IAA Dr. Ste 2C, Bloomington (309) 661-1906 pridestaff.com
Randstad Manufacturing & Logistics and Office & Administration 1701 E Empire St Suite 350 Bloomington (309) 661-1020 www.randstadusa.com
Tamara’s Estate Sales
Heartland Bank and Trust Company
Bloomington (309) 662-3838 www.tamarasestatesales.com
Multiple locations www.hbtbank.com
Harty Auction Co
816 E Water St, Pontiac (815) 842-2384 www.hartyauction.com
Multiple locations cefcu.com
510 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-7111
Benefit Planning Associates Busey
Abbey Placements LLC
Multiple locations www.busey.com
IAA Credit Union
Children’s Home + Aid
808 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 557-2541 www.iaacu.org
403 S State St, Bloomington (309) 827-0374 www.childrenshomeandaid.org
Illinois State Credit Union
Manpower
1309 S. Center St, Normal (309) 451-8400 www.itsmycreditunion.org
1324 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 663-1324 manpowerillinois.com
712 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 661-2049 www.beneplanning.com
Mark Osnowitz - Merrill Lynch Wealth Management 2205 E.Empire Suite C, Bloomington (309) 664-8623 fa.ml.com/illinois/bloomington/ osnowitzgroup/
Thrivent Financial
2101 Eastland Dr Ste D, Bloomington (309) 664-7770 connect.thrivent.com/ heart-of-illinois-associates
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Go Green Commercial Cleaning and Carpet Cleaning
503 N Prospect Rd #103, Bloomington (309) 585-0423 www.gogreencommercialclean.com
Distinctly Clean
Bloomington-Peoria (309) 208-7450 www.distinctlyclean.net
Steam Green Carpet Cleaning Bloomington (309) 282-7453 www.steam-green.com
Steamatic of Bloomington Inc Bloomington (309) 828-7040 www.steamaticcuinc.com
True Clean Restoration
2203 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 664-8577 www.truecleanrestoration.net
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The Neighborhood Thrift Store
to All of my clIeNTS AND FRIeNDS for your support!
Thrift Isn’t What It Used To Be At The Neighborhood Thrift Store we strive to bring you quality new and gently used furniture, collectables, and antiques at an affordable price. We buy too! Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/neighbor.thrift
Thank for making us #1 Best Antique and Resale Shop
11 Westport Court, Bloomington (309) 662-7800 www.sweeneybrothers.com
203 Landmark Dr, Unit A, Normal (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com
Diane Ryon - DJR Tax Services
CEFCU
2310 E Oakland Ave #5, Bloomington (309) 662-6680 www.abbeyplacements.com
Sweeney Bros. Carpet & Rug Gallery
McBeath Financial Group
JUSTIN M. BOYD
Financial Representative
411 N. Main St., Bloomington
309.663.0652
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Casey’s Garden Shop
Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home
1505 N. Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-1424 www.caseysgardenshop.com
1800 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-1968 www.carmodyflynn.com
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Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home
1208 Towanda Ave, Bloomington (309) 829-1001 www.forgetmenotbloomington.com
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322 W Main St, Lexington (309) 365-2297 www.platform322.com
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100 W. Maple St, Fairbury (815) 692-2531 www.duffypilsmemorialhome.com
320 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 232-8031 www.verabuck.com
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The Door Doctor
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Childers Door Service of Central Illinois
Pontiac Granite Co
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Gutwein Quality Doors, Inc 1415 W Oak St, Fairbury (815) 692-6690 www.gqdoors.com
East Lawn Funeral Home 1102 Airport Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-8842 www.dignitymemorial.com/ east-lawn-funeral-home
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Pinnacle Door Company
1001 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 829-3667
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Heartland Granite & Quartz Countertops
13852 Carole Dr, Bloomington (309) 829-2178 heartlandgranite.net
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Fringe Salon and Beauty Lounge
909 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 862-9062 www.fringesalonandbeautylounge.com
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Fox & Hounds Day Spa
200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-0482 www.fox-n-hounds.com
Razorz Edge
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Franke Construction
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Molly Maid
D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc
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Segobiano Cleaning Service Bloomington
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1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington (309) 452-9643 www.djspaintinginc.com
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Clemens & Associates, Inc
409 S Center St, Bloomington (309) 828-8111 www.hermesservice.com
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LS Mechanical LLC
Miller Insurance Agency
802 W Chestnut St, Bloomington (309) 261-3091 lsmechanical.com
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D J’s Painting and Remodeling Inc
1502 E Jackson St, Bloomington (309) 452-9643 www.djspaintinginc.com
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McBeath Financial Group
Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa
203 Landmark Dr, Unit A, Normal (309) 808-2224 mcbeathfinancialgroup.com
Country Trust Bank
Majestic Interior Design
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Laurie Wallace Design Services
803 W Locust St, Bloomington (309) 827-0627 www.lauriewallacedesign.com
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Elliott Capital Management, Inc.
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Kruger Animal Hospital
1824 W Hovey Ave, Normal (309) 378-8082 www.krugeranimalhospital.com
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Prairie View Landscaping & Lawn Care Inc.
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Wells Fargo Advisors
Town & Country Animal Hospital
1705 Tullamore Ave Suite B, Bloomington (309) 662-8575 www.wellsfargoadvisors.com
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111 W. Front St, Bloomington (309) 827-0388 www.fineganlawfirm.com
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Ritchie Law Office
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Law Office of Patrick J. O’Rourke, Attorney At Law 2304 Stern Dr, Bloomington (309) 585-0714 www.pjolawpc.com/home
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Sunburst Nursery and Penn Landscaping
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Children’s Discovery Museum
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FS Custom Turf
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2020 Eagle Rd, Normal (309) 454-3600 www.lkmlandscaping.com
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4117 Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 662-0303 www.littlejewelslearningcenter.com
Katie’s Kids Learning Center 1602 Glenbridge Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-5800 www.katieskids.net
Montessori Children’s Centre 3 Yount Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-8736 www.montessorichildren.net
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211 Landmark Dr Bldg D6, Normal (309) 662-8537 www.sylvanlearning.com
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Mortgage Services III, LLC 502 N. Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 664-9100 www.MSIEasyPath.com
Illinois State Credit Union 1309 S. Center St, Normal (309) 451-8400 www.itsmycreditunion.org
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808 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 557-2541 www.iaacu.org
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Galaxy Nails
Speed Lube Oil Change Shop
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403 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 823-8999 www.galaxynailspa.net
1319 N Veterans Pkwy #1A-B, Bloomington (309) 663-8881
Adorn Nail Boutique
1242 E. Empire St, Normal (309) 824-7354 acrylicenhancements.com
Fox & Hounds Day Spa
710 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 828-3394 www.speedlube.net
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Car-X Tire & Auto / Davis Tire 1809 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-6366 www.carx.com
Don Owen Tire
200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-0482 www.fox-n-hounds.com
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Solace Salon and Spa
R & R Certified Tire and Auto LLC
401 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-0008
1003 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 557-0177 www.randrtireauto.com
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Westminster Village
Casey Roofing Inc
Window World of Bloomington
2025 E. Lincoln St, Bloomington (309) 663-6474 www.westminstervillageinc.com
Luther Oaks, a Lutheran Life Community 601 Lutz Rd, Bloomington (309) 664-5940 www.lutheroaks.org
Evergreen Village: Supportive Living
1701 S Evergreen Ln, Normal (309) 452-7300 www.evergreenslc.com/ evergreenvillageslf
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Meadows At Mercy Creek 1501 Mercy Creek Drive, Normal (309) 268-1501 www.meadowscommunities.org
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Able Roofing, Inc. Bloomington (309) 428-8403
Collins Roofing, Inc.
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Renewal by Andersen of Central Illinois 3307 W Farmington Rd, Peoria (866) 693-6707 rbaofcentralillinois.com
104 SW 1st St, Atlanta (309) 530-2698 roofingbycollins.com
A&M Remodeling
TJ’s Roofing LLC
Able Roofing, Inc.
Bloomington (309) 706-0252
Wolf Roofing Ltd. Normal (309) 706-0252
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Fox & Hounds Day Spa
200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-0482 www.fox-n-hounds.com
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202 Eldorado Rd Ste D3, Bloomington (309) 662-2900 www.aches-away.com
Beauty Brands
311 A S Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-8427 www.beautybrands.com
Skin Dimensions Day Spa
Bloomington (309) 428-8403
2499 Jacobssen Dr, Normal (309) 268-9980 www.skindimensionsdayspa.com
England Window & Door
True Health Chiropractic & Massage
613 Oglesby Ave, Normal (309) 454-6647
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BN Tanning
1418 Airport Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-2889 www.bntanning.com
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716 E Empire St Suite D, Bloomington (309) 660-9638
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Direct Travel (Suzi Davis Travel)
T J Blakeney Tree Service
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DJR Tax Services
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McBeath Financial Group
(309) 268-8000 www.heartland.edu
HairMasters Institute of
203Diane Landmark Dr, Unit A, Normal J. Ryon Cosmetology, Inc. (309) 808-2224 (309) 662-7111 • 510 IAA Dr., Bloomington IL 506 S McClun St, Bloomington mcbeathfinancialgroup.com (309) 828-1884 hair-masters.com
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115 W Jefferson St #200, Bloomington (309) 829-4303 www.skco.net
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Insight CPAs & Financial, LLC 2712 Mc Graw Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-1353 www.insightcpafinancial.com
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Honeymoon Headquarters
1907 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 663-6363
AAA Bloomington
2103 Veterans Pkwy #116, Bloomington (309) 663-6512 www.aaa.com
Magical Moments Vacations by Vanessa Stanhouse
Peoria Charter Travel
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Cody Tree Services Inc
6338 N 1475 East Rd, Heyworth (309) 473-2656
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Great Plains Blind Factory
1540 E College Ave #15A, Normal (309) 451-8626 greatplainsblindfactory.com
Window World of Bloomington 1716 R.T. Dunn Dr. #2, Bloomington (309) 827-5237 www.windowworldbloomington.com
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2407 S Main St, Bloomington (309) 663-5513 pennlandscaping.com
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Tax & Accounting Plus Inc
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BEST BIRTHING CENTER
BEST CANCER CENTER
Advocate BroMenn Medical Center
Community Cancer Center
1304 Franklin Ave, Normal (309) 454-1400 www.advocatehealth.com/bromenn
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
Gibson Area Hospital
Fox & Hounds Day Spa
Dr. Allison Beehner, DMD
Illinois CancerCare
Dr. Jay M. Bersche, DC & Dr. Jeffrey L. Dickhut, DC
Soderstrom Skin Institute
Dr. Mark Burgess, DMD
Midwest Regional Pain Center
1120 N Melvin St, Gibson City (217) 784-4251 www.gibsonhospital.org
2502 E Empire St B, Bloomington (309) 663-7220
Medical Hills Internists
St Jude Clinic
1401 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-8311 www.medicalhills.org
530 NE Glen Oak Ave, Peoria (309) 624-4945 www.stjude.org
Central Illinois Spine 1603 Visa Dr. #3, Normal (309) 268-9000 thespinedoctor.net
True Health Chiropractic & Massage
127 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington (309) 505-1007 truehealthchiropracticandmassage.com
Zozzaro Chiropractic & Rehab 1713 Fort Jesse Rd D, Normal (309) 862-2225 www.bloomingtonnormalchiropractor.com
Gentle Family Dentistry 1523 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 452-2404 bndentist.com
2111 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 663-6564 www.drmarkburgess.com
Dr. Nicholas E. Baker, DMD
2502 C E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-6222 laurarandolph.com
2501 E College Ave, Bloomington (309) 661-1155 www.blychiropractic.com
We would like to Thank McLean Co. for over 32 years of Business
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Laura C. Randolph M.D.
Bly Family Chiropractic
“We’re More Than Just Tires!” 309-828-8473
BEST DENTIST
200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-0482 www.fox-n-hounds.com
407 E Vernon Ave #2, Normal (309) 452-9701 www.mihoaonline.org
6 Westport Ct, Bloomington (309) 722-4020 birthcenterbn.com
Dr. Jessica Bruin
BEST COSMETIC SERVICES
Eastland Chiropractic & Lifestyle Center 2406 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 662-8418 www.eastlandchiro.com
Mid Illinois Hematology Associates
Birth Center of Bloomington Normal
BEST CHIROPRACTOR
407 E Vernon Ave # 1, Normal (309) 451-8500 www.cancercenter.org
3105 Magory Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-2102 illinoiscancercare.com
2200 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 662-3311 www.osfhealthcare.org
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Bloomington Modern Dentistry 2817 Reed Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-5921 www.bloomingtonmoderndentistry.com
Gregory M. Randolph, DDS
Twin City Plastic Surgery
2502 C East Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-6772 www.twincityplasticsurgery.com
Randolph and Gray Family Dentistry 119 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-1326 www.randolphdentistry.com
Pediatric Smiles Of Bloomington
Ulta Beauty
1615 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-5929 www.ulta.com
1112 Trinity Lane, Bloomington (309) 663-7339 pediatricsmilesofbloomington.com
Thank you for naming us the Reader’s Choice Award for
Best Art Gallery
309-662-7987
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Dr. Lucy Nelson Wisdom, MD Associates in Dermatology 1404 Eastland Dr #204, Bloomington (309) 662-8813 www.associatesindermatology.org
Dr. Adrienne Schupbach, MD Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Institute 3024 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 451-3376 www.dermatologistbloomington.com
Dr. Carl W. Soderstrom, MD Soderstrom Skin Institute 2100 Jacobssen Dr, Normal (309) 268-9980 www.soderstromskininstitute.com
Dr. Doug Leone, MD
Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Institute 3024 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 451-3376 www.dermatologistbloomington.com
Dr. Kent S Taulbee, MD 2418 E Lincoln St, Bloomington (309) 663-6386 doctors.advocatehealth.com
BEST DOCTOR
Dr. Jessica Bruin
Eastland Chiropractic & Lifestyle Center 2406 E. Washington St., Bloomington (309) 662-8418 www.eastlandchiro.com
Dr. Brian A Emm, MD
Bloomington Pediatrics & Allergy 306 St Joseph Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-0504 www.bloomingtonpediatrics.com
Aaron Traeger, MD
Advocate Children’s Medical 3024 E. Empire St, Bloomington (309) 268-2727 www.drtraeger.com
Dr. Adam D. Houghton, MD Bloomington Primary Care 9 Heartland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-7642 www.bloomingtonprimarycare.com
Dr. Alan S. Ginzburg, MD
Advocate Medical Group 1302 Franklin Avenue Suite 3400, Normal (309) 556-8300 doctors.advocatehealth.com
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Gailey Eye Clinic
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Evolve Fitness
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1008 N Main St, Bloomington (800) 325-7706 gaileyeyeclinic.com
11 Finance Dr Suite 1, Bloomington (309) 826-6050 myevolvefitness.com
Eye Surgical Associates
Advocate BroMenn Health & Fitness Center
1505 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-7700 www.eye-surgical.com
All About Eyes
1111 Trinity Ln, Bloomington (309) 433-9355 www.advocatehealthfitness.com
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Central Illinois Eyecare, LLC
Four Seasons Health Club
407 N. Kays Dr, Normal (309) 454-1010 bettervisionforlife.com
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McLean County Eye Center
2401 Airport Rd, Bloomington (309) 661-8611 www.4seasons-club.com/clubs/ four-seasons-ii
1607 Visa Dr, Normal (309) 663-2700 www.2020medical.com
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Four Seasons II
816 S. Eldorado Rd Suites 1 & 2A, Bloomington (309) 662-8346 bnaudiology.com
Always HEAR Hearing Center
2101 Eastland Dr Suite F, Bloomington (309) 664-6200 www.alwayshear.net
Peoria Ear Nose & Throat Group
7301 N Knoxville, Peoria (309) 689-0312 www.peoriaent.com
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716 E Empire St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-8122 www.heartlandhms.com
Merle Pharmacies Inc
203 E Locust St, Bloomington (309) 828-2242
Carepaks Health Services, Inc.
209 Susan Dr, Normal (309) 454-1000 www.carepakshs.com
Orthomotion
2422 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 828-0203 www.orthomotiontech.com
OSF Home Medical Equipment 5405 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria (309) 655-3440 www.osfhealthcare.org
McLean County Orthopedics 1111 Trinity Lane #111, Bloomington (309) 663-6461 www.mcleancountyorthopedics.com
Joshua J. Smith, PT
Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy 2103 Veterans Pkwy Suite 332, Bloomington (309) 585-1809 www.ivyrehab.com/location/bloomington-il
Clint Boone
Athletico Physical Therapy 1704 Eastland Dr Unit 15, Bloomington (309) 664-7766 www.athletico.com
Cody Wickenhauser, PT
Orthopedic & Sports Enhancement Center 2406 E. Empire St, Bloomington (309) 663-9300 orthopedicsec.com/
OSF Rehabilitation Services/ Balance & Dizziness Center 2200 Fort Jesse Rd Suite 230, Normal (309) 661-6260 www.osfhealthcare.org
Dr. Laura C. Randolph, MD
We would like to
Diane J. Ryon
Dr. Bill Somers, DVM
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DJR Tax Services all of our supporters who voted us the 510 IAA Dr, Bloomington #1 Best Accountant and Best Tax (309) 662-7111 Preparation! We truly enjoy working
Twin City Plastic Surgery 2502-C East Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-6222 www.laurarandolph.com
Americana Animal Hospital 1405 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-3241 www.bloomington-normalvet.com
Dr. Jeffrey S. Poulter, MD
SmartVet Mobile Veterinary Service
1505 Eastland Dr #350, Bloomington (309) 663-1222 drpoulter.com
Dr. Chad Tattini, MD
Twin City Plastic Surgery 2502-C East Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-1007 www.chadtattinimd.com
1537 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 830-6454 thesmartvet.com
Dr. Bernie Bleem, DVM Kruger Animal Hospital 1824 W Hovey Ave, Normal (309) 378-8082 www.krugeranimalhospital.com
Dr. Paige Holt, MD
Dr. David A. Bortell, DVM
Twin City Plastic Surgery 2502-C East Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-4444 www.paigeholtmd.com
Hjerpe & Tennison CPAs 2817 Reed Rd #2, Bloomington (309) 663-1120 www.hjerpecpa.com
Le Roy Veterinary Clinic 1010 N West St, Le Roy (309) 962-7421
Dr. Otis Allen, DO
Sherri Chinski
Diane J. Chinski Ryon & Co., LLP Reiser, 2206 Eastland Dr # 302, Bloomington (309) 662-7111 • 510 IAA Dr., Bloomington IL (309) 663-7506 www.reiserchinski.com
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with you and are so humbled for this recognition. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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Striegel Knobloch & Co, LLC 115 W Jefferson St #200, Bloomington (309) 829-4303 www.skco.net
Mark Nicholas
Bortell Animal Hospital 2712 E Lincoln St, Bloomington (309) 662-3633 bortellanimalhospital.com
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BEST BARTENDER
BEST CHEF
BEST HAIR STYLIST
Jan Lancaster
Ricky Sanchez
Amelia Hamilton
The Bistro 316 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-2278
Adam Hearn
Drifters Pub 612 North Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-1920 www.drifterspub.com
Ali Brooks
Longbranch Again 102 Garfield Ave, Cooksville (309) 725-3297
Fort Jesse Cafe 1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Axel Jimenez
Joshua Rinker
Josh Pytlewski
Hair by Shua 2507 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 664-4446
State Farm Insurance Agent 1520 E. College Ave, Normal (309)451-3276 www.axelismyagent.com
Manny Martinez
Hayleigh Byers
State Farm Insurance Agent 202 S Eldorado Rd, Suite A2, Bloomington (309) 663-5111 www.mizellteam.com
Ritchie Law Office 2409 E Washington St C, Bloomington (309) 662-7000 www.ritchielawoffice.com
Jeremy Bradley
Helen Ogar
Oh Baby Hair and Day Spa 1605 Morrissey Dr #105, Bloomington (309) 662-2229 www.ohbabysalon.com
Stu Hummel
Lauri Meins
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 www.epiphanyfarms.com/stuhummel
Hello Beautiful Salon 112 Boeykens Place, Normal (217) 741-9858
Troy Tomlinson
Natasha Pfau
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
Beauty Brands 311 A S Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-8427 www.beautybrands.com
Thanks for voting us #1 Best Tacos! Best Burritos! Best Mexican!
We are grateful for Central Illinois’ businesses and citizens for helping to grow Taqueria El Porton into what it is today
(309) 820-1625 901 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701 www.taqueriaelporton.com
Thank You For Voting East Lawn Funeral Home & East Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery “Best Funeral Home” Celebrating Each Life LIKE NO OTHER.
(309) 662-1222 Eastlawn-Bloomington.com
Finegan & Rinker 111 W. Front St, Bloomington (309) 827-0388 www.fineganlawfirm.com
Chris Mizell
Destihl Restaurant & Brew Works 318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Shelby Parker
Rosie’s Pub 106 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 827-7019 rosiespubbn.com
Amanda Willette
Law Office of Patrick J. O’Rourke 2304 Stern Dr, Bloomington (309) 585-0714 www.pjolawpc.com/home
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 www.epiphanyfarms.com
Joe Fogerty
Schooner’s 810 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 829-6841 schoonersbl.com
Justin M Boyd
COUNTRY Financial Representative 411 N. Main St, Bloomington (309) 663-0652 justinmboyd.com
Ken Myszka
BEST LAWYER
BEST INSURANCE AGENT
Beauty Brands 311 A S Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-8427 www.beautybrands.com
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COUNTRY Financial Representative 402 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 820-9598 representatives.countryfinancial.com/ jeremy.bradley/
Jim Spachman
State Farm Insurance Agent 2501 E College Ave A, Bloomington (309) 661-1700 www.statefarm.com
Chad A. Ritchie
Ogar & Miller 108 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 827-8551 www.ogarmiller.com
Julia Davis
Julia Davis Law Firm, LLC 409 S Prospect Rd Suite F, Bloomington (309) 661-1104 www.juliadavislaw.com
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BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST BEST MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER
Megan Veerman
Mortgage Services III, LLC 502 North Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 664-7070 MSIEasyPath.com/grant-bellis
Katie Chambers
Kyle Sellers
loanDepot 2412 E. Washington St Suite 4B, Bloomington (309)-283-3801 www.loandepot.com/ksellers
Magnolia Salon 5 Westport Ct, Bloomington (309) 533-7117 magnoliasalonil.com
Jennifer Studebaker
Muscle Artistry 716 E Empire St Suite F, Bloomington (309) 212-2148 www.muscleartistry.com
Mark Blain
Marine Bank 1508 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 268-9100 www.ibankmarine.com
Bekime Feezor-Branch McAllister Family
Liberty Village of LeRoy 509 Buck Rd, Le Roy (309) 962-5000 www.libertyvillageofleroy.com
Sonseeray Overbey
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center 2200 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 662-3311 www.osfhealthcare.org/st-joseph/
Joey Evans
Jason Huff
Bridget Sczepanik
Stout Chiropractic 208 Parkinson St, Normal (309) 454-8622 www.stoutchiropractic.com
Susan Schrlau
Andrew Mitchell
ISU Credit Union 1309 S. Center St, Normal (309) 451-8400 www.itsmycreditunion.org
Fox & Hounds Day Spa 200 W Monroe St # 2, Bloomington (309) 829-0482 www.fox-n-hounds.com
Mike Lorenzen
Rebecca Stiles
Waterstone Mortgage 3901 GE Road Suite 2, Bloomington (309) 275-2054 www.rebeccamortgage.com
BEST NURSE
BEST NEWSPAPER CARRIER
Grant Bellis
Vitality Bodyworks 409 S Prospect Rd Suite A, Bloomington (309) 706-0318 www.vitalitybodyworks.net
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Shelley Willard
BEST PHOTOGRAPHER
Annie LeNeve Photography Bloomington (309) 846-0522 www.annielenevephotography.com
Studio Barbie Photography 1309 S. Madison, Bloomington (309) 825-6809 www.studiobarbie.com
Kim Ramirez
Caitlin and Luke Photography
Amy L. Golden, FNP
Native Among You Photography
1701 E Empire St Suites 360-305, Bloomington (309) 340-9518 caitlinandluke.com
Advocate BroMenn Medical Center 1304 Franklin Ave, Normal (309) 454-1400 www.advocatehealth.com/bromenn/
OSF HealthCare 1701 E. College Ave, Bloomington (309) 664-3000 www.osfhealthcare.org
Bloomington (847) 769-1586 www.nativeamongyou.com
Barbara Hancock, RN
Sarah Petersen Photography
Advocate BroMenn Medical Center 1304 Franklin Ave, Normal (309) 454-1400 www.advocatehealth.com/bromenn/
2807 Rainbow Ave, Bloomington (217) 714-4882 www.sarahpetersenphotography.com
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Roxanne Hartrich
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Pastor Mike Baker
RE/MAX Choice 2203 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 532-1445 www.thebeckygerigteam.com
Eastview Christian Church 1500 North Airport Rd, Normal (309) 451-5000 eastview.church
Couillard & Company Real Estate Solutions
Father Michael Pica
Keller Williams Realty 2401 E Empire St B, Bloomington (309) 827-4663 www.viewcentralillinoishomes.com
Jason Collins
St Patrick of Merna 1001 N Towanda Barnes Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-7361 stpatrickmerna.org
Pastor Ted Max
RE/MAX Rising 501 S. Towanda Barnes Rd, Bloomington (309) 726-1453 www.BNRealty.com
Vale Church 3211 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-8508 vale.church
Team Wycoff Realtors
Pastor Thomas Wirsing
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices — Snyder Real Estate 1 Brickyard Dr, Bloomington (309) 242-2647 www.TeamWycoff.com
Tom Petersen
RE/MAX Rising 501 S. Towanda Barnes Rd, Bloomington (309) 310-1218 www.remaxrising.com
Trinity Lutheran Church 801 S Madison St, Bloomington (309) 828-6265 www.trinluth.org
Rev. Vaughn Hoffman
Wesley United Methodist Church 502 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 827-8046 www.wesley-umc.com
BEST TATTOO ARTIST
BEST ART GALLERY
Chad Ramsay
McLean County Arts Center
Illinois Tattoo Co. 109 W. Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 454-2299 www.illinoistattooco.com
Alex Godair
Illinois Tattoo Co. 109 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 454-2299 www.illinoistattooco.com
Mikey Baker
ShowLove Tattoo Studio 2310 E Oakland Ave #12B, Bloomington (309) 287-8845
Ducky
Iron and Ink Tattoos 420 N Madison St, Bloomington (309) 585-0091
Smokin’ Aces Tattoo Company 622 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 585-2546 smokinaces.tattoo
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Merlot and A Masterpiece 412 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 532-2500 merlotandamasterpiece.com
Inside Out: Accessible Art Gallery and Cooperative
200 W Monroe St #102, Bloomington (309) 838-2160 www.insideoutartcoop.org
Pontiac Community Art Center 209 W Madison St, Pontiac (815) 419-2472
University Galleries
11 Uptown Circle #103, Normal (309) 438-5487 galleries.illinoisstate.edu
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BEST BAKERY
Grove Street Bakery
812 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 827-0270
Sugar Mama Bakery
116 W North St, Bloomington (309) 473-8231 www.sugarmamabakery.net
Ivy Lane Bakery
405 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 585-1774 ivylanebakery.net
Janet’s Cakes & Catering 504 Guido Cir, Bloomington (309) 664-0684 www.janetscakes.net
Kelly’s Bakery and Cafe 113 N Center St, Bloomington (309) 820-1200 www.kellysbakeryandcafe.com
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BEST BAR
BEST BBQ
Flingers Pizza Pub
Bandana’s Bar-B-Q
DESTIHL Brewery
Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que
BEST BANQUET FACILITY
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
DESTIHL Brewery
1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 420-0159 www.destihl.com
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 420-0159 www.destihl.com
502 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-7427 www.bandanasbbq.com
1603 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 664-0044 www.famousdaves.com
Anju Above
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington 10 Brickyard Dr, Bloomington (309) 664-6446 doubletree3.hilton.com
Anju Above
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Rosie’s Pub
Longhorn Smokehouse
106 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 827-7019 www.rosies-pub.com
Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
33633 IL-9, Mackinaw (309) 359-9463 www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
The Bistro
316 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-2278
5 Currency Dr, Bloomington (309) 661-0433 longhornsmokehousebbq.com
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BEST BREAKFAST
BEST BURGER
Fort Jesse Cafe
Green Gables Bar & Grill
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Garden of Paradise
1412 E. Empire St, Bloomington (309) 585-0255
Carmela’s Restaurant
2303 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 662-0186
17485 E 2500 Rd N, Hudson (309) 747-2496 www.greengablesgrill.com
Meatheads
Two Locations in B-N www.meatheadsburgers.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works
Old Bank Restaurant & Bar
Shannon’s Restaurant
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
1305 S Mercer Ave, Bloomington (309) 664-0808 www.shannonsfivestar.com
201 E Center St, Le Roy (309) 468-0112 www.epiphanyfarms.com/oldbank/
107 S. Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 808-6838 www.redrobin.com
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BEST BURRITO
BEST CANDY/NUT SHOP
BEST CATERING
Taqueria El Porton
The Chocolatier, Inc.
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
3 Finance Dr, Bloomington (309) 821-0277 www.chocolatier.ws
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
Los Potrillos
BEER NUTS
1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
901 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 820-1625 www.taqueriaelporton.com
201 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 862-0824
Chipotle Mexican Grill
103 N Robinson St, Bloomington (309) 827-8580 www.beernuts.com/cashews
Hy-Vee
Multiple locations www.chipotle.com
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
Herradura
Minonk Chocolate Company
909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-3961 herradurabloomington.com
550 N Chestnut St, Minonk (309) 432-2541 cunninghamscandies.com
The Garlic Press
Tony’s Tacos
304 N Main St, Normal (309) 585-1332
108 W North St, Normal (309) 452-8841 www.thegarlicpress.com
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works
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BEST CHICKEN WINGS
BEST CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINER
Mugsy’s
Children’s Discovery Museum
1310 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-2628 www.mugsyspub.com
Schooners
810 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 829-6841 www.schoonersbl.com
Anju Above
101 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309) 433-3444 childrensdiscoverymuseum.net
Altitude Trampoline Park
1702 General Electric Rd Suite 4, Bloomington (309) 663-1988 www.altitudebloomington.com
Grady’s Family Fun Park
318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
1501 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-3332 www.gradysfunpark.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
Buffalo Wild Wings
The Zoo Lady And Her Zoo Crew
Two Locations in B-N www.buffalowildwings.com
Bloomington-Normal (309) 532-1642 facepaintingzoolady.com
DR. McKay’s
We Rock the Spectrum
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Moe’s Southwest Grill Multiple locations www.moes.com
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403 E Front St, Bloomington, IL 61701 (309) 823-8999
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1717 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal (309) 386-1085 www.werockthespectrumbloomington.com
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BEST CHILI
BEST CHINESE
BEST COFFEE
BEST COMMUNITY EVENT
Mandarin Garden House
Coffee Hound Roasters and Cafes
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Multiple locations www.steaknshake.com
106 Mall Dr, Normal (309) 454-1118 www.mandaringardenhouse.net
Fort Jesse Cafe
1520 E. College Ave Suite S, Normal (309) 454-7218 www.greatwallchinesenormal.com
Steak ’n Shake
Great Wall
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
China Star
2402 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 663-4580 chinastarnormal.com
Old Bank Restaurant & Bar 201 E Center St, Le Roy (309) 468-0112 www.epiphanyfarms.com/oldbank/
Schooners
Dunkin’ Donuts
Thai House of Bloomington IL
503 N Main St, Normal (309) 454-9300 fusionbrew.com
The Grand Cafe
Wendy’s
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Multiple locations www.dunkindonuts.com
805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 828-2600 www.thaihouserestaurants.com
2205 East Oakland Ave A2, Bloomington (309) 828-0324 grandcafellc.com
Multiple Locations www.wendys.com
407 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-7575 coffeehound.net
Hot Wok Express
401 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-5300 www.hotwokbloomington.com
810 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 829-6841 www.schoonersbl.com
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Fusion Brew
Starbucks
Multiple locations www.starbucks.com
200 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 829-9599 downtownbloomington.org/farmers-market
Bruegala: A Festival of Beer @ The Corn Crib www.bruegala.com
3rd Sunday Market
2301 W. Market St, Bloomington (217) 202-2847 thirdsundaymarket.com
Sugar Creek Arts Festival Uptown Normal
Sweet Corn Blues Festival Uptown Normal
BEST CUPCAKES
Sugar Mama Bakery
116 W North St, Bloomington (309) 473-8231 www.sugarmamabakery.net
Sweet Temptations Bakery
2303 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 212-2637 sweettemptationscupcake.com
Grove Street Bakery
812 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 827-0270
Hy-Vee Bakery
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
Janet’s Cakes & Catering 504 Guido Cir, Bloomington (309) 664-0684 www.janetscakes.net
Central Illinois’ Farm to Table Destinations Best Fine Dining
Best Sushi
Best Catering
Best Vegetarian
Best Seafood
Best Banquet Facility
Best Chef (Ken Myszka)
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BEST DANCE STUDIO
The Next Step Dance Studio #400, 1 Auto Row Dr, Bloomington (309) 830-3453 www.thenextstepds.net
Twin Cities School of Dance
1301 Morrissey Dr # 1, Bloomington (309) 663-9333 www.tcbdance.com
Dance Factory
3 Towanda Service Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-8840 www.stacysdancefactory.net
McLean County Dance Association
1316 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 829-7070 www.mcleancountydance.org
Uptown Dance
114 W North St, Normal (309) 585-2174 www.uptowndancenormalillinois.org
BEST DELIVERY
BEST DESSERT
Flingers Pizza Pub
Busy Corner
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BEST DINER
BEST DONUTS
Fort Jesse Cafe
Denny’s Doughnuts and Bakery
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
302 Eureka St, Goodfield (309) 965-2361 www.abusycorner.com
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Jimmy John’s
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works
Busy Corner
Avanti’s Italian Restaurant
Carl’s Ice Cream Factory
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works
D.P. Dough
Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
Multiple Locations www.jimmyjohns.com
Two Locations in B-N www.avantisnormal.com
121 E Beaufort St, Normal (309) 888-9663 www.dpdough.com
Tobin’s Pizza
1513 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-0410 tobinspizza.com
318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Two Locations in B-N carlsicecream.com
107 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309) 454-9375 www.emackandbolios.com
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
302 Eureka St, Goodfield (309) 965-2361 www.abusycorner.com
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Grove Street Bakery
812 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 827-0270
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BEST EVENT FACILITY
BEST FAST FOOD
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
Healthy in a Hurry
600 N East St, Bloomington (309) 434-2777 www.artsbloomington.org
Bloomington (702) 378-4951
BEST FINE DINING
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Epiphany Farms Restaurant
Fort Jesse Cafe
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
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Den At Fox Creek Golf Course 3002 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington (309) 434-2300 www.BloomingtonGolf.org
Prairie Vista Golf Course
DESTIHL Brewery
Chick-fil-A
1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 420-0159 www.destihl.com
101 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 268-9500 www.chick-fil-a.com
The Castle Theatre
209 E Washington St #1, Bloomington (309) 820-0352 www.thecastletheatre.com
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington
Two Locations in B-N www.culvers.com
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
202 Landmark Dr., Normal (309) 200-8086 www.portillos.com
Ewing Cultural Center
The Rock Restaurant
48 Sunset Rd, Bloomington (309) 438-6333 ewingmanor.illinoisstate.edu
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
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Culver’s
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203 W North St, Normal (309) 451-4976 www.therockrestaurant.net
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Crestwicke Country Club
15671 E 910 North Rd, Bloomington (309) 829-8092 www.crestwicke.com
Highland Park Golf Course 1613 S Main St, Bloomington (309) 434-2200 www.cityblm.org
Ironwood Golf Course
1901 N Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 454-9620 www.normal.org/1284/Golf-Ironwood
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302 Eureka St, Goodfield (309) 965-2361 www.abusycorner.com
1211 Holiday Dr, Bloomington (309) 820-9777 pizzaranch.com
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1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 420-0159 www.destihl.com
Pizza Ranch
3212 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 662-1114 www.baxtersgrille.com
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David Davis Mansion
203 W North St, Normal (309) 451-4976 www.therockrestaurant.net
1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington (309) 828-1084 www.daviddavismansion.org
Super Gyros
McLean County Museum of History
Ephesus Restaurant
Ewing Cultural Center
115 Susan Dr., #A, Normal (309) 452-4046
1406 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 585-0514 www.ephesusrestaurant.us
200 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-0428 www.mchistory.org
48 Sunset Rd, Bloomington (309) 438-6333 ewingmanor.illinoisstate.edu
Normal Theater
1412 E. Empire St, Bloomington (309) 585-0255
209 W North St, Normal (309) 454-9720 www.normaltheater.com
Windy City Wieners
Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center
Garden of Paradise
Two Locations in B-N www.windycitywieners.com
2678 E. 873rd Rd, Oglesby (815) 667-4726 www.starvedrockstatepark.org
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Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
D’Arcy’s Pint
661 W Stanford Ave, Springfield (217) 492-8800 www.darcyspintonline.com
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BEST ICE CREAM
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
Carl’s Ice Cream Factory
202 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 200-8086 www.portillos.com
Windy City Wieners
Two Locations in B-N www.windycitywieners.com
Bloomington Meats
Two Locations in B-N carlsicecream.com
Gene’ s Dairy Delight
1019 S Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-6022 genesicecream.com
Cold Stone Creamery
6992 N 2075 East Rd, Downs (309) 378-4382
2401 Bunn St, Bloomington (309) 828-9731 www.bloomington-meats.com
301 S. Veterans Pkwy Suite 405, Normal (309) 807-2945 www.coldstonecreamery.com
Schooners
Gameday Grill
Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream
810 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 829-6841 www.schoonersbl.com
The Spotted Dog
1504 Morrissey Dr. Bloomington (309) 585-0378
6992 N 2075 East Rd, Downs (309) 378-4382
The Rock Restaurant 203 W North St, Normal (309) 451-4976 www.therockrestaurant.net
107 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309) 454-9375 www.emackandbolios.com
Oberweis
2105 Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 808-2382 www.oberweis.com
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Puran Indian Restaurant
BEST ITALIAN
BEST KARAOKE
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
The Bistro
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BEST LIVE THEATRE VENUE
The Castle Theatre
Community Players Theatre 201 Robinhood Ln, Bloomington (309) 663-2121 www.communityplayers.org
1704 Eastland Dr #10, Bloomington (309) 663-0885 puranindia.com
1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
316 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-2278
209 E Washington St #1, Bloomington (309) 820-0352 www.thecastletheatre.com
Thai House of Bloomington IL
Caffe’ Italia Ristorante
Kegler’s Pub at Pheasant Lanes
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
Jazz UpFront
Ewing Cultural Center
805 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 828-2600 www.thaihouserestaurants.com
Aroma Indian Cuisine
716 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 808-0076 aromabloomington.com
Bloom Bawarchi
503 N Prospect Rd #104, Bloomington (309) 277-3678 www.bloombawarchi.com
Signature India Bloomington 1407 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-2226 www.signatureindiablm.com
511 Chancellor Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-0100 www.caffeitaliaristorante.com
Avanti’s Italian Restaurant Two Locations in B-N www.avantisnormal.com
804 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-8556 pheasantlanes.com/keglers-pub
DR. McKay’s
909 N. Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-6711 www.drmckays.com
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Lunker’s
1701 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 663-7375 www.olivegarden.com
104 S Linden St, Normal (309) 451-3474
The Lucca Grill
Ride the Nine Shooter’s Lounge
116 E Market St, Bloomington (309) 828-7521 luccagrill.com
503 N Prospect Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-1009 www.ridethenine.com
600 N East St, Bloomington (309) 434-2777 www.artsbloomington.org
600 N East St, Bloomington (309) 434-2777 www.artsbloomington.org
107 W Front St, Bloomington (309) 200-8216 www.jazzupfront.com
48 Sunset Rd, Bloomington (309) 438-6333 ewingmanor.illinoisstate.edu
Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
Illinois Shakespeare Festival
33633 IL-9, Mackinaw (309) 359-9463 www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com
Nightshop
517 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-1983
48 Sunset Rd, Bloomington (309) 438-6333 www.illinoisshakes.com
The Castle Theatre
209 E Washington St #1, Bloomington (309) 820-0352 www.thecastletheatre.com
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Normal CornBelters
Fiesta Ranchera Mexican Restaurant
Taqueria El Porton
Marcus Bloomington Cinema + IMAX
1000 W Raab Rd, Normal (309) 454-2255 www.normalbaseball.com
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Illinois State Redbirds Football
901 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 820-1625 www.taqueriaelporton.com
El Toro
3805 Ballybunion Rd, Bloomington (309) 661-2500 www.eltororestaurante.com
Los Potrillos
Ovation 10 Bloomington
201 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 862-0824
415 Detroit Dr, Bloomington (309) 661-2452 www.carmike.com
Central Illinois Flying Aces Hockey
Herradura
Fiesta Ranchera Mexican Restaurant
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101 S. Madison St, Bloomington (309) 434-2980 www.flyingaceshockey.com
909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-3961 herradurabloomington.com
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201 McKnight St, Normal (309) 454-1829 www.amctheatres.com
Illinois State Redbirds Men’s Basketball
Chili’s Grill & Bar
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Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In Movie Theatre
2107 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-8060 www.chilis.com
Normal Community High School Athletics
3900 East Raab Rd, Normal (309) 557-4570 il.8to18.com/nchs/
Los Potrillos
201 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 862-0824
909 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-3961 herradurabloomington.com
Tony’s Tacos
304 N Main St, Normal (309) 585-1332
The Bistro
316 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-2278
1111 Wylie Dr, Bloomington (309) 828-8081 www.marcustheatres.com
100 N University St, Normal (309) 438-2111 illinoisstate.edu
100 N University St, Normal (309) 438-2111 illinoisstate.edu
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Anju Above
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
Flingers Pizza Pub
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
1175 S Sangamon Ave, Gibson City (217) 784-8770 www.harvestmoondrivein.com
Nightshop
517 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-1983
The Normal Theater 209 W North St, Normal (309) 454-9720 www.normaltheater.com
Pub II
102 N Linden, Normal (309) 452-0699
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DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works 318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Flingers Pizza Pub
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
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Busy Corner
302 Eureka St, Goodfield (309) 965-2361 www.abusycorner.com
Janet’s Cakes & Catering 504 Guido Cir, Bloomington (309) 664-0684 www.janetscakes.net
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works 318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Hy-Vee Bakery
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
Sugar Mama Bakery
116 W North St, Bloomington (309) 473-8231 www.sugarmamabakery.net
BEST PIZZA
Flingers Pizza Pub
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Grady’s Family Fun Park
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
1501 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-3332 www.gradysfunpark.com
The Lucca Grill
1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington (309) 434-2250 www.cityblm.org
116 E Market St, Bloomington (309) 828-7521 luccagrill.com
Anju Above
Miller Park Zoo
Altitude Trampoline Park
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
1702 General Electric Rd Suite 4, Bloomington (309) 663-1988 www.altitudebloomington.com
Giordano’s
Children’s Discovery Museum
Tobin’s Pizza
Rader Family Farms
1505 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 403-0432 giordanos.com/locations/bloomington
1513 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-0410 tobinspizza.com
101 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309) 433-3444 childrensdiscoverymuseum.net
1312 Ropp Rd, Normal (309) 275-8765 www.raderfamilyfarms.com
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Altitude Trampoline Park
1702 General Electric Rd Suite 4, Bloomington (309) 663-1988 www.altitudebloomington.com
Children’s Discovery Museum 101 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309) 433-3444 childrensdiscoverymuseum.net
Artful Designs
502 N Prospect Rd, Bloomington (309) 664-6655 www.artfuldesignsonline.com
Grady’s Family Fun Park
1501 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-3332 www.gradysfunpark.com
Miller Park Zoo
1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington (309) 434-2250 www.cityblm.org
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BEST SALADS
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works 318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Jason’s Deli
321 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 451-1564 jasonsdeli.com
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
Flingers Pizza Pub
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
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BraiZe
1413 Leslie Dr Unit #2, Bloomington (309) 262-2270 braizefood.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Jason’s Deli
321 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 451-1564 jasonsdeli.com
Kelly’s Bakery and Cafe
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Red Lobster
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Zoup! 115 Krispy Kreme Dr, Bloomington (309) 319-9600 www.zoup.com
714 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-9405 www.redlobster.com
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Panera Bread
DR. McKay’s
909 N. Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-6711 www.drmckays.com
Baxters American Grille
Flingers Pizza Pub
Two Locations in B-N www.panerabread.com
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
3212 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 662-1114 www.baxtersgrille.com
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
Gameday Grill
6992 N 2075 East Rd, Downs (309) 378-4382
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
Lucky 7’s
Kelly’s Bakery and Cafe
1501 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-8322 www.biaggis.com
The Rock Restaurant
Jonah’s Seafood House
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220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
113 N Center St, Bloomington (309) 820-1200 www.kellysbakeryandcafe.com
203 W North St, Normal (309) 451-4976 www.therockrestaurant.net
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Bloomington Meats
Anju Above
2401 Bunn St, Bloomington (309) 828-9731 www.bloomington-meats.com
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-8704 www.epiphanyfarms.com/restaurants
Alexander’s Steakhouse
Yumz Asian Cuisine
1503 E College Ave, Bloomington (309) 454-7300 www.alexanderssteak.com
120 Krispy Kreme Dr, Bloomington (309) 808-4302 www.yumzasiancuisine.com
Baxters American Grille
3212 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 662-1114 www.baxtersgrille.com
Epiphany Farms Restaurant 220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
Jim’s Steak House
2307 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 663-4142 www.jimssteakhouse.net
Hy-Vee
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
Kobe Hibachi Steak House
401 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-1300
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Taqueria El Porton
901 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 820-1625 www.taqueriaelporton.com
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Nightshop
DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works
517 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-1983
318 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 862-2337 www.destihl.com
Tony’s Tacos
304 N Main St, Normal (309) 585-1332
220 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 828-2323 epiphanyfarms.com
Coffeehouse & Deli
Fiesta Ranchera Mexican Restaurant
114 E. Beaufort St, Normal (309)452-6774 www.coffeehousenormal.com
Healthy in a Hurry Bloomington (702) 378-4951
307 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 454-1300 www.flattopgrill.com
Veracruz
Healthy in a Hurry
Multiple locations www.fiestarancherarestaurants.com
1704 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-9500
Flat Top Grill
Bloomington (702) 378-4951
White Oak Brewery
1801 Industrial Park Dr, Normal (309) 828-4077 www.whiteoak.beer
DR. McKay’s
909 N. Hershey Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-6711 www.drmckays.com
Flingers Pizza Pub
1503 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 820-8838 www.flingerspizzapub.com
The Bistro
316 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-2278
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Lucky Garden
706 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-1333 www.luckygardenbloomington.com
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FAVORITE WEEKEND ACTIVITY
BEST ANTIQUE SHOP
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Neighborhood Thrift Store
200 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 829-9599 downtownbloomington.org/ farmers-market
3rd Sunday Market
2301 W. Market St, Bloomington (217) 202-2847 thirdsundaymarket.com
DESTIHL Brewery
1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 420-0159 www.destihl.com
Miller Park Zoo
1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington (309) 434-2250 www.cityblm.org
Sugar Creek Arts Festival Uptown Normal
406 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-2500 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com
Bronze Giraffe Antiques
BEST APPLIANCE STORE
BEST AUTO DEALER
BEST BICYCLE SHOP
Sherman’s
Brad Barker Honda
Wilson Cycle Sales & Service
300 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 454-7700 www.shermansinc.com
1602 General Electric Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-9591 www.bradbarkerhonda.com
Dick Van Dyke Appliance World
Barker Buick GMC Cadillac
310 Wylie Dr, Normal (309) 452-7594
1611 Clearwater Ave, Bloomington (309) 827-8300 appliance-world.com
2030 E. Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-4391 www.ShopBarker.com
A Gridley Antiques
Benson’s Appliance Sales and Repair Service
Baum Chevrolet-Buick
217 E Front St, Bloomington (309) 829-9615 www.gridleyantiques.com
Alley Kats Arts & Antiques 401 S. Center St, Bloomington (309) 820-0777 www.alleykatsantiques.com
Bobzbay
419 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 740-2012 www.bobzbay.com
THE PANTAGRAPH
404 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-0369 www.bensonsappliance.com
Lowe’s Home Improvement 2101 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 661-6467 www.lowes.com
Sears
1631 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 664-4800 www.sears.com
810 W Van Buren St, Clinton (217) 935-3156 baumchevybuick.com
424 N. Main St, Bloomington (309) 829-6824 www.wilsonscycle.com
Bloomington Cycle and Fitness
915 E Washington St Suite 1, Bloomington (309) 820-8036 www.bloomingtoncycleandfitness.com
Vitesse Cycle Shop
206 S Linden St, Normal (309) 454-1541 www.vitessecycle.com
Heller Ford
700 W Main St, El Paso (309) 527-6050 www.hellerstores.net
Heller Motors
720 S Deerfield Rd, Pontiac (815) 842-1128 www.hellermotors.com
Thanks for voTing us
Best Music Shop
3 years in a row!
& one of Blo-no’s Top LocaLLy owned Businesses
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BEST FLOORING STORE
Carpet Weavers
BEST FRESH PRODUCE
Green Top Grocery
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BEST FURNITURE STORE
Martin’s Home Furniture
820 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-4300 www.carpetweaversflooring.com
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
501 Chancellor Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-7733 www.martinshomefurniture.com
CarpetsPlus COLORTILE of Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Whitacre’s Furniture
710 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-9101 cpctofblm.com
Floor’d Concepts
1202 Eastport Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-5672 floordconceptsinc.format.com
Flooring Depot
1402 Commerce Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-0145 www.flooring-depot.net
Sweeney Bros. Carpet & Rug Gallery
11 Westport Court, Bloomington (309) 662-7800 www.sweeneybrothers.com
200 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 829-9599 downtownbloomington.org/ farmers-market
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market 403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 445-6018 www.freshthyme.com
Habitat for Humanity ReStore 1402 W Washington St, Bloomington (309) 454-6047 www.bnrestore.org
Jackson’s Farm Fresh Produce
Sherman’s
Wendell Niepagen Greenhouses and Garden Center
Beyond Normal LLC
916 E Grove St, Bloomington (309) 828-2722 www.abhatcherygarden.com
Growing Grounds
1610 S Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-4343 growinggrounds.com
Owen Nursery & Florist
300 Landmark Dr, Normal (309) 454-7700 www.shermansinc.com
The Garlic Press
108 W North St, Normal (309) 452-8841 www.thegarlicpress.com
A B Hatchery & Garden Center
406 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-2500 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com
BEST GIFT SHOP
1505 N. Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-1424 www.caseysgardenshop.com
2010 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington (309) 828-4580 www.niepagens.com
Neighborhood Thrift Store
2329 Springfield Rd, Bloomington (309) 827-5444 jacksonsproduce.com
Casey’s Garden Shop
704 S. Broadway, Hudson (309) 726-1305 www.whitacresfurniture.com
Hy-Vee
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
BEST GARDEN CENTER/NURSERY
1700 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-1800 www.owennursery.com
112 W North St, Normal (309) 451-1473 beyondnormal.co
Hobby Lobby
306 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 451-0025 www.hobbylobby.com
Mole Hole
1615 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 663-2241 www.moleholeofeastland.com
The Gingerbread House
915 E Washington St Suite 3, Bloomington (309) 827-8811 www.gingerbreadhousetoys.com
Thank You for Choosing Martin’s for Your Home Furniture!
WE COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
THANK YOU For Voting us Your #1 Home Painter, Contractor/Remodeler, and Interior Designer in Bloomington- Normal! 4th Year 2nd Year
2nd Year
Eastland Dr. at Hershey Rd. • Bloomington
309.662.7733
STORE HOURS: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 10am-8pm Wed & sat 10am-6pm www.martinshomefurniture.com
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BEST CONTRACTOR/REMODELER
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BEST GROCERY STORE
Hy-Vee
BEST HOBBY STORE
Hobby Lobby
BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT/ HARDWARE STORE
Menards
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BEST JEWELRY STORE
Jack Lewis Jewelers
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
306 Towanda Ave, Normal (309) 451-0025 www.hobbylobby.com
900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com
1704 Eastland Dr Suite 1, Bloomington (309) 663-0538 www.jacklewisjewelers.com
Green Top Grocery
200 Greenbriar Dr A, Normal (309) 268-4007 www.michaels.com
Michaels
Lowe’s Home Improvement
Solid Gold Jewelers Inc.
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
Bobzbay
ALDI
Two Locations in B-N www.aldi.us/en/
Bremer Jewelry
105 Krispy Kreme Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-9700 bremerjewelry.com
204 E. College Ave, Normal (309) 454-5413 www.acehardware.com
Red Raccoon Games
CarpetsPlus of Bloomington 710 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 663-9101 cpctofblm.com
1615 E Empire St Suite 1100, Bloomington (309) 662-4500 rogersandhollands.com/eastland-mall
The Home Depot
Wm. MarKen Jewelers
309 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-9196 redraccoongames.com
Schnucks
318 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-0370 theyarngardenbloomington.com
Two Locations in B-N www.schnucks.com
Ace Hardware
124 North St, Normal (309) 452-1612 www.solidgoldjewelers.net
419 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 740-2012 www.bobzbay.com
Kroger
Multiple locations www.kroger.com
2101 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 661-6467 www.lowes.com
The Yarn Garden
795 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-4031 www.homedepot.com
We Couldn't Have Done it Without You!
Rodgers & Hollands Jewelers
713 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-2299 www.wmmarken.com
BEST LIQUOR STORE
Binny’s Beverage Depot
1409 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-0845 www.binnys.com
Friar Tuck Beverage
2401 Maloney Dr, Bloomington (309) 664-5890 www.friartuckonline.com
Budget Liquors
200 S. Linden St, Normal (309) 454-2337 www.budget-liquors.com
Green Top Grocery
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
Hy-Vee
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
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416 Kays Drive, Normal or 1722 Hamilton rd, Bloomington
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Sewing
in CentRal illinoiS
1503 E. College Ave., Suite C Normal, IL • (309) 452-7313 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:30-6 Sat: 9:30-5 Sun: 12-4
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Thanks to all our loyal supporters for voting us one of the Top op Auto Repair Shops and Oil Change Centers! Why Us? We employ ASE-certified technicians for all areas of work performed and our staff possess several years of experience in the auto repair industry. We take pride in being able to provide fast affordable service so we can get you back on the road faster without breaking the bank. 1003 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL www.randrtireauto.com
Call Today! 309-577-0177
Thanks for voting us the Best Dessert and Best Pie & Cake.
2nd Place, Best Diner. Honorable Mention, Best Fried Chicken Stop by today for one of our delicious desserts!
302 South Eureka Street, Goodfield 309-965-2361 • www.abusycorner.com
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VOTED BEST REALTOR IN THE 2018 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS! “So Very Thankful and Humbled! Grateful for those who Challenge and Inspire Me to Always Exceed Expectations & Spread Kindness Wherever I go!” – Roxanne Hartrich
As a 25 Year Resident of Bloomington Normal, Roxanne has dedicated herself to the Betterment of this Community: Through her efforts of Running her Own Non Profit Kara and Kaylee’s Kloset (Dress Donation Program that Exchanges Loaned Dresses in Exchange for Community Volunteer Work in Honor of Her Angel Kara) to her Own Volunteer Efforts with: The American Cancer Society, The Miracle League, Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, Special Olympics, Home Sweet Home Mission, Relay For Life, Power In Purple Celebrity Top Fundraiser 2017, Power in Purple Campaign Recruiter 2018, Finalist for The Athena Leadership Award for Mclean County 2017, Fundraiser for The Neville House, Multiple Back Pack Drives, and Feed the Children. Her work in our Community Speaks for itself ~ You can find an Abundance of Amazing Reviews on Zillow from Roxanne and Becky’s Clients who cannot say enough about their Excelling Service and Renewed Faith in Humanity.
“Blessed to be a part of the RE/MAX Choice family and work along side my long time friend & mentor BECKY GERIG ~ Hall of Fame Legend ~ The Most Knowledgeable ~ Experienced ~ Driven ~ Family First ~ Devoted Realtor in B/N!” - Roxanne
Roxanne’s Motto is: A Positive Attitude Can Change the World ~ Make Today Amazing ~ Spread Kindness & Compassion like Confetti!
Roxanne Hartrich RE/MAX Choice The Gerig Team
309-532-1445
www.thebeckygerigteam.com
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. 2203 Eastland Drive, Bloomington
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BEST LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS
Wendell Niepagen Greenhouses and Garden Center
2010 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington (309) 828-4580 www.niepagens.com
Fort Jesse Cafe
1531 Fort Jesse Rd #1, Normal (309) 451-5656 www.ftjessecafe.com
BEST LUMBER STORE
Menards
900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com
Lowe’s Home Improvement 2101 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 661-6467 www.lowes.com
Alexander Lumber Co.
Green Top Grocery
1707 E Hamilton Rd, Bloomington (309) 662-0339 www.alexlbr.com
Jack Lewis Jewelers
R.P. Lumber Company
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
1704 Eastland Dr Suite 1, Bloomington (309) 663-0538 www.jacklewisjewelers.com
The Music Shoppe Inc. 1540 E. College Ave, Normal (800) 322-5019 www.TheMusicShoppe.com
Multiple Locations www.rplumber.com
The Home Depot
795 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-4031 www.homedepot.com
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BEST MEAT SHOP/SELECTION
Bloomington Meats
2401 Bunn St, Bloomington (309) 828-9731 www.bloomington-meats.com
The Music Shoppe Inc.
Specs Around Town Optical Boutique
1540 E. College Ave, Normal (800) 322-5019 www.TheMusicShoppe.com
317 N Center St, Bloomington (309) 827-7327 www.specsaroundtown.com
Carl’s Pro Band
1008 N Main St, Bloomington (800) 325-7706 gaileyeyeclinic.com
Gailey Eye Clinic
1806 E Empire St Service Rd, Bloomington (309) 828-4676 www.carlsproband.com
Green Top Grocery
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
Kidder Music
802 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington (309) 692-4040 www.kiddermusic.com
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
The Fresh Market
Reverberation Vinyl
200 Greenbriar Dr # C, Normal (309) 888-4192 www.thefreshmarket.com
We offer quality roofing services at unbeatable prices. No job too big or too small! Here at Able Roofing we pride ourselves in customer satisfaction Call us today for your free estimate and discover why we’re one of the best.
All About Eyes
101 N Veterans Pkwy #301, Bloomington (309) 663-2700 www.allabouteyes.com
Hy-Vee
Thank you!
309-428-8403
BEST OPTICAL SHOP
College Hills Meat Shop
1522 E. College Ave. #1, Normal (309) 452-2222 www.collegehillsmeatshop.com
1302 N Main, Bloomington (309) 830-3750
We are honored to be voted one The Best Roofing and Siding & Window Companies
www.ableroofingillinois.com
BEST MUSIC SHOP
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Eye Surgical Associates
1505 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-7700 www.eye-surgical.com
McLean County Eye Center 1607 Visa Dr, Normal (309) 663-2700 www.2020medical.com
Thank you for voting us #1! “Best Oil Change Center”
We appreciate your business! Mike Long Manager
“Mike has been servicing customers for the past 35+years! He looks forward to continuing that great service for many more!” Thank you for all you do!
~Speed Lube
Come visit Mike and his team for your next 10 minute oil change!
710 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL • (309) 828-3394 904 N Main St # B, Bloomington, IL • (309) 557-0748 1011 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL • (309) 663-5136 1532 E College Ave, Normal, IL • (309) 268-0500
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HOTEL & DAY SPA, LLC
Everything You Need Under One Woof! Accessories, Food, Decor, Essential Oils & Much More! 405 Olympia Drive, Bloomington, IL 61704 paradisepethotelandspa.com •
309-662-0880
Thank You For Voting For Us!
Thank you
to all the wonderful Central Illinois families who have supported our practice. Your children are a joy and keep us laughing. Thanks Many Thanks also to our staff for their hard work and enduring commitment. Dr. Hall and Dr. Sara 1112 Trinity Lane, Bloomington, IL 61704 309.663.7339 • PediatricSmilesOfBloomington.com
Thank You to all of our Patients and Friends! I am honored to be voted one of the
BEST CHIROPRACTORS
Thank You For Voting For Us! Solid Hardwood • Amish Made • Free Local Delivery
in Central Illinois 1713 Fort Jesse Road, Suite D, Normal
Located in Hudson - Just Minutes North of Bloomington
704 S. Broadway • Hudson 309-726-1305 www.whitacresfurniture.com
Thank you for voting us the Best Estate Sale Company! Looking forward to seeing you at our next 100 sales
- Pam & Joh Thank you n
309.662.3838 • www.tamarasestatesales.com
Thomas D. Hall, DMD Sara Rauen Dardis, DDS, MS
John Zozzaro, D.C.
309-862-2225 zozzaro.net
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing clients and friends/family for all your dedication and votes. We hope to continue to be your first choice for many years to come!!
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109 W. MONROE ST. BLOOMINGTON, IL
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BEST PAINT STORE
Don Smith Paint
BEST PET GROOMING & SUPPLIES
BEST RESALE SHOP
That Dapper Pet
Neighborhood Thrift Store
1208 Towanda Ave, Bloomington (309) 827-8541 www.donsmithpaintandwallpaper.com
416 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-3277 www.thatdapperpet.com
Sherwin-Williams
Paradise Pet Hotel & Day Spa
1906 E. College Ave, Normal (309) 452-1242 www.sherwin-williams.com
406 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 827-2500 neighborhoodauctionhouse.com
Belly Rubs Dog Grooming, Inc.
Paint Depot Inc.
Dog Space
507 Pine St, Normal (309) 808-0389 www.dogspacegrooming.com
The Home Depot
Salty Dawg Pet Salon
795 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 452-4031 www.homedepot.com
Pontiac RV
15481 East 2000 N Rd, Pontiac (800) 729-5419 www.pontiacrv.com
1322 S Main St, Normal (309) 556-7467
Clothes Mentor
1407 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 662-0111 www.clothesmentor.com/bloomington/
1520 E. College Ave, Normal (309) 452-3559 www.bellyrubsgrooming.com
2407 General Electric Rd # A, Bloomington (309) 664-6733 paintdepotinc.com
BEST RV DEALER
Advocate BroMenn Thrift Shop
407 Olympia Dr, Bloomington (309) 662-0880 paradisepethotelandspa.com
Menards
900 Greenbriar Dr, Normal (309) 452-6299 www.menards.com
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Quality RV
5518 E. 200 N. Rd, McLean (309) 874-3289 www.qualityrv.com
Habitat For Humanity ReStore 1402 W. Washington St. (309) 454-6047 www.bnrestore.org
Home Sweet Home Ministries 303 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington (309) 828-7356 hshministries.org
115 Susan Dr, Normal (309) 807-3299 saltydawgpetsalon.com
Thank you
for onCe again Voting the Community CanCer Center the Best CanCer Center in the area! We are the CanCer Center of ChoiCe for CanCer Care in the eastern region of Central illinois.
real people real ConneCtion real help
“Truly appreciated that all the staff was always upbeat and positive. We were always received with the smile. That makes a big difference!”
407 east Vernon aVenue normal, il 61761
“The care I got was great. I’ve never seen such caring staff. I want to thank everyone so very much. I was made to feel very special. Thank you all.”
309-451-8500
“Could not have asked for better treatment. Can’t say enough about this place. Would recommend this center to anyone needing this help. What a wonderful group who welcomed us.”
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BEST SHOE STORE
BEST SEWING STORE
Adrian’s Shoes & Repair
Sewing Studio
1210 Towanda Ave, Bloomington (309) 827-6591 www.adriansshoesandrepair.com
1503 E. College Ave, Normal (309) 452-7313 www.sewingstudionormal.com
Von Maur
JOANN Fabrics and Crafts
301 Veterans Pkwy, Normal (309) 454-2048 www.vonmaur.com
1701 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 663-7672 www.joann.com
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse
The Counted Needle
1500 E. Empire St B3, Bloomington (309) 606-7014 www.dsw.com
512 IAA Dr # 2, Bloomington (309) 661-1550 www.thecountedneedle.com
Vogel’s Tailor Shop
103 W Monroe St, Bloomington (309) 827-2540
Fleet Feet Sports Bloomington
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DICK’S Sporting Goods
1776 Bradford Ln, Normal (309) 451-4090 www.discounttire.com
Read’s Sporting Goods
620 W Olive St, Bloomington (309) 828-8473 donowentire.com
Don Owen Tire
812 IAA Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-0355
Bass Pro Shops
Armando Tire Services
Fleet Feet Sports Bloomington
Car-X Tire & Auto / Davis Tire
WildCountry
Clay Dooley Tire and Auto Service
Murray’s Shoe Store
203 S Linden St, Normal (309) 452-0222 www.wildcountry4fun.com
Laura Randolph, MD Voted #1 Plastic Surgeon in the 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards!
1212 S. Adelaide St, Normal (309) 452-4399 armandotireservice.com
1000 Bass Pro Shops Dr, East Peoria (309) 427-3400 www.basspro.com
105 Krispy Kreme Dr Suite #5, Bloomington (309) 808-3220 www.fleetfeetbloomington.com
Wee Sew Shop
Discount Tire
1608 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 807-1908 dickssportinggoods.com
105 Krispy Kreme Dr Suite #5, Bloomington (309) 808-3220 www.fleetfeetbloomington.com
1210 Towanda Ave Suite 18, Bloomington (309) 829-3975 www.weesewshop.com
BEST TIRE STORE
BEST SPORTING GOODS STORE
1809 Eastland Dr, Bloomington (309) 663-6366 www.carx.com
1507 E. Vernon Ave, Bloomington (309) 662-2886 www.claydooley.com
Parkway auto lauNdry (your Pal in Car Care)
winning
“Thank you. It has been a privilege to take care of patients for 14-years in our community!”
#1 Best auto detailer #1 Best Car wash •The OFFICIAL CAr WAsh FOr ILLInOIs WesLeyAn UnIversITy AThLeTICs •The OFFICIAL CAr WAsh FOr ILLInOIs sTATe UnIversITy AThLeTICs •The OFFICIAL CAr WAsh FOr The O’brIen AUTOmOTIve TeAm
Full Detail Service available
Parkway auto Laundry has two fuLL service Locations in Normal and BloomiNgtoN! our BloomiNgtoN faCility our Normal faCility is loCated oN: is loCated oN: 1701 s. Morrissey dr. 307 greenBriar dr. BLooMington, iLLinois 61704 norMaL, iL 61761
www.laurarandolph.com (309) 664-6222 2502-C East Empire Street, Bloomington
(309) 662-5335 Hours: 8:00 aM - 6:00 PM Monday-saturday 9:00 aM - 2:00 PM sunday (weather PerMitting)
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BEST WINE SELECTION
Twin City Vapor
1328 E Empire St C, Bloomington (309) 829-8273
1409 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 661-0845 www.binnys.com
The Smoker’s Den
2401 Maloney Dr, Bloomington (309) 664-5890 www.friartuckonline.com
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gingerbread house TOY S TORE The Gingerbread House
915 E Washington St Suite 3, Bloomington (309) 827-8811 www.gingerbreadhousetoys.com
Binny’s Beverage Depot
Friar Tuck Beverage
Red Raccoon Games
309 N Main St, Bloomington (309) 828-9196 redraccoongames.com
Two Locations in B-N smokersden.co
Green Top Grocery
The School Shop
1224 Towanda Ave #25, Bloomington (309) 827-5555 www.theschoolshopstore.com
Toys”R”Us
1703 E Empire St, Bloomington (309) 662-6464 www.toysrus.com
Walmart
Multiple Locations www.walmart.com
921 E Washington St, Bloomington (309) 306-1523 greentopgrocery.com
Smoke Rings Etc.
1414 S Main St, Bloomington (309) 808-4039 www.smokeringsetc.com
Hy-Vee
1403 N. Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington (309) 663-3050 www.hy-vee.com
Smoker’s Choice
1212 Towanda Ave, Bloomington (309) 527-7579 www.smokerschoiceil.com
Stave Wine Bar And Market 111 W North St, Normal (309) 319-2139
DOWNTOWN THAT DAPPER PET Boutique + Spa Bloomington, IL
“Because pets ARE family”
Bloomington
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For Best Pet Grooming ooming and Supplies 416 N. Main St., Blm. • (309) 827-3277 • thatdapperpet.com
Thank You For Voting Us #1 #1 BEST BICYCLE SHOP Largest Selection of
Bikes and Accessories in Central, IL
(309) 829-6824 www.wilsonscycle.com
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Congratulations Downtown Bloomington Readers’ Choice 2018 Winners!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR NOMINEES!
The People have spoken: You will find what you’re looking for in Downtown Bloomington, your home for Shopping, Dining, Service and Entertainment! Alley Kats Arts & Antiques
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
Ogar & Miller
Anju Above
Hermes Service and Sales
Red Raccoon Games
Asahel Gridley Antiques
Illinois Tattoo Co.
Refined Barber
The Bistro
Inside Out: Accessible Art Gallery and
Rosie’s Pub Shelby Parker - Rosie’s Pub
Bobzbay
Cooperative
The Castle Theatre
Iron and Ink Tattoos
Coffee Hound
Ivy Lane Bakery
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Jan Lancaster - The Bistro
Downtown Ollie’s Barber Parlour
Jazz UpFront
Drifters Pub
Kelly’s Bakery and Cafe
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
The Lucca Grill
Finegan & Rinker
McLean County Museum of History
Vera & Buck Floral Studio & Farm
Fox & Hounds Day Spa
Merlot and A Masterpiece
Vogel’s Tailor Shop
Galaxy Nails
Neighborhood Thrift Store
Wilson Cycle Sales & Service
Habitat for Humanity of McLean County
Nightshop
The Yarn Garden
The Smoker’s Den Smokin’ Aces Tattoo Company Specs Around Town Optical Boutique Striegel Knobloch & Co LLC That Dapper Pet Thomson & Weintraub, LLC