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NATION’S BEST. CLOSE to Home. Silver Cross Hospital
100 Top Hospitals like Silver Cross have better survival rates, fewer complications, shorter hospital stays and higher ratings from patients. Added to our Straight A’s for Patient Safety from the Leapfrog Group, our 100 Top recognition demonstrates that safety, quality and patient experience are at the heart of everything we do. So when you’re looking for one of the country’s best hospitals, look no further than Silver Cross — proud to be your 100 Top Hospital.
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Being named one of the nation’s 100 TOP HOSPITALS is something few hospitals ever achieve. So you can imagine how proud we are to earn this distinction for the 8th time!
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OUR CORE VALUES & BELIEFS Social Justice Everyone deserves access, equity, human rights, and participation in the community.
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Cornerstone is dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates and encourages diversity in all of its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community where all are appreciated and respected.
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Beth’s Dance Academy
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Village Flower Shop ONE OF THE BEST
Vaughan Dance Academy Dance Dimensions
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Palmer Florist Bella Fiori Flower Shop Inc
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Witches Night Out ONE OF THE BEST
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Trinity Christian School ONE OF THE BEST
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Thank you for voting me
BEST MORTGAGE BROKER OF WILL COUNTY for 5 consecutive years!
"I want to share my gratitude with the community for trusting me as your preferred mortgage loan professional. Your support is appreciated, and I'm truly honored to serve you." –Joe LaGiglia The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Five-Time Winner (2016–2020)
Joseph LaGiglia Senior Mortgage Loan Originator JosephL@MyOakLeaf.com P: 630-936-3242 24252 W Main St, Plainfield, IL 60544
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BEST MORTGAGE BROKERS OF WILL COUNTY for 3 consecutive years!
– Dave Holmes The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Three-Time Winner (2018–2020)
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"I appreciate everyone who took the time to vote for me. The support is overwhelming. To say I feel humbled, honored and thankful for all the support is an understatement. I'm looking forward to helping more clients with their lending needs in the coming year. Thank you!"
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Thank you! Thank you to our readers, staff and volunteers who chose Joliet Area Community Hospice as One of the Best in two categories: "Large Employer" and "Best Employer - Nonprofit Organization". Joliet Area Community Hospice is here to help those facing serious illness in our community. Our hospice care program and serious illness assistance provide relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of an illness — for both the patient and family. We will come to you — in your home, nursing home or assisted living residence — so you can avoid going out to doctors’ offices or hospitals. We’ll work with your doctors and insurance to coordinate your care. Our services are covered under Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. We also provide grief support to our hospice families and community members, offering a variety of programs and services to encourage healthy grieving before and/or after the death of a loved one. We have staff living and working in your communities. We are close by and ready to provide 24/7 support. Call 815-740-4104 anytime, night or day to speak to one of our triage nurses who will explain how we can help.
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Oak Leaf Community Mortgage would like to congratulate Joseph LaGiglia and David Holmes for their outstanding dedication to this community and for earning this high honor. Thanks to all of the readers who have trusted these gentlemen and our company with your homeownership needs over the last few years, and we look forward to continuing to serve you.
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Home Cut Donuts, Inc. Donut Den
The Southern Cafe Crest Hill Southern Belles
Hooters Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA
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Rialto Square Theatre Renaissance Center
The Dock at Inwood Sizzles
Donut Den Steve’s Bakery
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Happy Belly Chefs
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Dr. Douglas Ray Bierma M.D. was voted best Pediatrcian
Rowland Animal Clinic was voted best Veterinarian.
Chicken-N-Spice was voted best Chicken Wings and best Fried Chicken.
Joliet Town & Country Lanes was voted best Bowling Alley.
John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders Inc was voted best Auto Body Services
Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic was voted best Chiropractor.
Amy M. Mcpherson, DPM was voted best Podiatrist.
The Original Walt’s Ice Cream was voted best Ice Cream / Custard.
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First Bank of Manhattan was voted best Bank
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Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc. was voted bes Cleaning Service.
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Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse was voted best Gardening/ Landscaping.
Hamburgerseria was voted best Burger.
Gabrielle Horvat-Macias, Taylor Street Realty was voted best Real Estate Broker.
The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci was voted best Lawyer/ Law Firm.
Royal Restoration LLC was voted best Local Home Improvement Service/ Contractor.
La Mex was voted best Mexican Food. Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc. was voted best Heating / A.C.
Lawson’s Garage Inc was voted best Auto Maintenance/Repair.
Village Flower Shop was voted best Florist.
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Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center was voted best Birtday Party Venue.
Axion Dental was voted best Dentist.
Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage was voted best Mortgage Broker.
Omega Plumbing was voted best Plumber.
Taste of Joliet was voted best Festival/ Local Event. Bliss Hair Studio was voted best Beauty Salon.
Athletico Physical Therapy Shorewood was voted best Physical Therapy.
Alden Estates of Shorewood was voted best Senior Care Facility.
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Double-J-Sports Bar Inc. was voted best Sports Bar.
Mickey’s Gyros was voted best Gyro.
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Cemeno’s Pizza was voted best Thin Crust Pizza.
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Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.
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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.
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Cornerstone Services was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.
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Merchants and Manufacturers Bank was voted best Financial Institution/Service City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.
Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Employer Under 100 employees
SERVPRO of Joliet was voted best Family Owned Business Employer.
St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.
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Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.
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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.
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Cornerstone Services was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.
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Merchants and Manufacturers Bank was voted best Financial Institution/Service City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.
Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Employer Under 100 employees
SERVPRO of Joliet was voted best Family Owned Business Employer.
St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.
Syl’s Chophouse was voted best Fine Dining.
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Emediate Cure Quick Care was voted best Family Practice/ Primary Care Doctor.
Will County Brewing Company was voted best Microbrewery.
Eye 2 Eye was voted best Eye Doctor.
Trinity Christian School was voted best Preschool/ Daycare.
Habitat for Humanity Joliet ReStore was voted best Resale / Antique Shop.
Jacob Henry Mansion was voted best Banquet Facility.
Posh West Boutique was voted best Gift Shop.
The Dock at Inwood was voted best Lunch.
Milano Bakery Inc was voted best Bakery.
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Kevin Molloy- State Farm Insurance Agent was voted best Insurance Agency.
Mistwood Golf Club was voted best Golf Course.
Binny’s Beverage Depot was voted best Liquor Store.
Al’s Steak House Restaurant was voted best Steak.
Fred C Dames Funeral Home and Crematory was voted best Funeral Services.
Crispy Waffle was voted best Breakfast.
Hinsdale Orthopaedics was voted best Orthopaedic Doctors.
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Home Cut Donuts, Inc. was voted best Donuts.
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Babe’s was voted best Hot Dog.
Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center was voted best Car Wash.
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Inwood Athletic Club was voted best Health/ Fitness Club.
Witches Night Out was voted best Non-Profit Annual Fundraising Event
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria was voted best Deep Dish Pizza.
City Wide Mattress was voted best Mattress Store.
Portillo’s Hot Dogs was voted best Italian Beef.
Station One Smokehouse was voted best BBQ.
Fine Tunes Center for the Arts was voted best Family Recreation.
Wermer Rogers Doran & Ruzon LLC was voted best Accountant/ Financial Advisor.
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Beth’s Dance Academy was voted best Dance Studio. Happy Belly Chefs was voted best Catering.
Ask Dress Boutique was voted best Clothing Boutique.
K9 Tailshakers was voted best Pet Service/ Supplies.
The Floor 4U.com was voted best Flooring Store.
Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Therapeutic Services.
Mitchell’s Food Mart was voted best Meat Market/Butcher Shop.
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Knights of Columbus 4400 was voted best Fish Fry.
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Merichka’s Restaurant was voted best Poor Boy.
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Family. Friends. Community.
2020 Proud to be voted one of the Best Dentists in Will County!
Thank you to all of our current and future patients!..We couldn’t do it without you!
Rick Hakey, Agent 24048 W Lockport Street Plainfield, IL 60544 Bus: 815-436-5608 rick@rickhakey.com
We’re all in this together.
State Farm® has a long tradition of being there. That’s one reason why I’m proud to support all our local communities! Thank you for selecting Team Hakey Three Consecutive Years in a row Best of Will County!
Here to help life go right.
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Will County Brewing Company
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Croatian Cultural Club Knights Of Columbus #382
Beef Shack Chicken-N-Spice
MyGrain Brewing Company Mad Hatchet Brewing
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LIQUOR STORE
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Chicken-N-Spice
Binny’s Beverage Depot
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
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White Fence Farm Restaurant Chicken-N-Spice Shorewood
Iron&Glass Taproom & Bottleshop Joe’s Beverage Warehouse
Maurie’s Table Giordano’s
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Mickeys Gyros
The Dock at Inwood
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Gyro Shack Johnny’s Beef & Gyros
Chicken-N-Spice Thayer Bros Deli & Grille
Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA Freedom Brothers Pizzeria and Alehouse
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POOR BOY
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Babe’s
Mitchell’s Food Mart
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Jerrie’s Dogs & More Joe’s Hot Dog
Tischler’s Market C P Meat Market Inc
Cookie’s Restaurant & Lounge Babe’s
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SPORTS BAR
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The Original Walt’s Ice Cream
La Mex
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Hazel Marie’s Minooka Creamery
Sunshine Mexican Cafe (Party Time RJ) Habanero Mexican Fine Cuisine
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Cemeno’s Pizza ONE OF THE BEST
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Merichka’s Restaurant ONE OF THE BEST
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Double-J-Sports Bar Inc ONE OF THE BEST
Heroes West Sports Grill On The Rocks Joliet
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Al’s Steak House Restaurant ONE OF THE BEST
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Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic ONE OF THE BEST
Community Chiropractic Center Anew Medical And Rehabilitation, Dr. Lisa Rubis
Entertainment both days!
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Axion Dental
Come and see what everyone is talking about!
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Thank You for voting us one of the Best Florists in Will County! November 23rd - 29th Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Come join us for our very first Merry Mercantile - an Outdoor Market Filled with Fresh Holiday Decorations. Opening Monday, November 23rd
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The Best of Will County! I continue to proudly provide you professional representation with personal attention Because it’s not just a house, it’s your home.
We are Proud to be voted One of the Best Municipality Employers! SM-CL1834128
2019
VOTED “One of the Best” Senior Care Facilities in Will County
2020
Thank you for voting us one of the best for the second year in a row!
IS IT TIME TO FIND YOUR LOVED ONE A NEW HOME?
(773) 255-4981 • rauccilaw.com
12631 W. 187th Street Mokena, Illinois 60448 Call us at 815-485-5680 SM-CL1833142
Thank You For Voting Me “One Of The Best” Realtors In Will County And Putting Your Trust in My Real Estate Skills! I appreciate my family, friends & clients immensely, for your support!
2020
2017
Diane Lambert 815-509-0656 dlambert@coldwellhomes.com www.dianemlambertrealtor.com
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• Diamond International Society member for Sale Production • Certified Relocation Marketing and Buyer Agent • #1 agent in the Shorewood Office 2015, 2016 & 2018 • Multi-Million Dollar Sales Agent • Ninja Selling Agent • 30 Years as a Real Estate Banker • Chairman of the Board for The Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce • Shorewood Hugs Member • Shorewood Ambassador • Shorewood Village Clerk
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Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence
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HEALTH&BEAUTY
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EYE DOCTOR
ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR
BEST
BEST
Eye 2 Eye
Hinsdale Orthopaedics
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Kuhar Vision Care C&C Vision Gallery
Illinois Orthopedic Institute Dr. Anuj S. Puppala, MD
FAMILY PRACTICE/ PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR BEST
Emediate Cure Quick Care- Joliet & Shorewood ONE OF THE BEST
Home | Elemental Care - Health & Wellness Center Steve Cataldo, DuPage Medical
HEALTH / FITNESS CLUB
Being voted one of the best restaurants in the steak category this year is quite an honor as a newer restaurant. We take the utmost pride in all we do and absolutely love that our community is taking notice! Thank you to all who voted for our chophouse and we hope to continue to bring the best toWill County for many years to come.
BEST
Inwood Athletic Club 2020
ONE OF THE BEST
158 N. CHICAGO ST. JOLIET 815-409-7411 | WWW.CUT158CHOPHOUSE.COM
House Of Valor Fitness And Nutrition Phantom Kickboxing & Fitness SM-CL1833130
Proud to Be Voted One of Will County’s Best! Call to find out why Window World of Joliet was voted one of Will County’s Best Local Home Improvement Services.
We install year-round. Call for a free virtual or in-person quote! CALL (815) 729-3100
2020
AMERICAN
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MOTORSPORTS 2020
WE ARE PROUD TO BE VOTED ONE OF THE BEST IN AUTO MAINTENANCE & REPAIR, TWO YEARS IN A ROW!
THANK YOU 201 MCDONALD AVE., JOLIET 60431 • 815-730-0563 SM-CL1832870
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WILL COUNTY BREWING COMPANY
We are Proud to be voted
THE BEST Brewery, THREE years in a row!
1142 W. Jefferson St., Shorewood • 815-582-4157 • Willcountybrew.com
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A Special Shout out to all of those who voted for us and our Many Customers...We couldn't make it happen without you
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FOR VOTING FOR US!
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HEALTH&BEAUTY
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PEDIATRICIAN
SENIOR CARE FACILITY
BEST
BEST
Dr. Douglas Ray Bierma M.D.
Alden Estates of Shorewood
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Aschinberg Pediatrics Thomas Moore, MD
Our Lady of Angels Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence
PHYSICAL THERAPY
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
BEST
BEST
Athletico Physical Therapy - Shorewood
Divas Salon & Spa
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Brightmore Physical Therapy DuPage Medical Group
Tranquility Massage and Bodywork CoCo Marie’s Lash & Wax Studio
PODIATRIST BEST
Amy M. Mcpherson, DPM ONE OF THE BEST
Joe M George D.P.M. Essington Podiatry Group, Dr. Ada Paolucci and Dr. Andrew Wahl
2020
Thanks for voting us “The Best”
Auto Body Services in Will County
For THREE Consecutive Years!
2018
2019
2020
(815) 726-0003 | 826 Violetta Ave. | Joliet SM-CL1832865
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2020
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Thank You for recognizing us as i The Best Accounting Firm in Will County! 755 Essington Road • Joliet 815 730-6250 • wrdr.com
�hank ou
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Helping you with your accounting needs for 63 years! SM-CL1832319
for voting
BEST Orthopedic Physician Services & Anuj Puppala, M.D. as “One of the Best” Orthopedic Doctors of Will County by Readers’ Choice
Anuj Puppala, M.D.
Call to Make an Appointment: 951 Essington Rd. Joliet, IL 60435
815.744.4551 SM-CL1832385
www.hinsdale-orthopaedics.com
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HOUSE&HOME CLEANING SERVICES
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HEATING/ A.C.
PLUMBING
BEST
BEST
BEST
Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc.
Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc.
Omega Plumbing
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Zark Heating and Air-conditioning HAS Services
AMP Plumbing & Mechanical R.J. GRAHAM PLUMBING
ONE OF THE BEST
Exquisite Carpet Cleaning Bulldog Carpet Cleaning
FLOORING STORE BEST
The Floor 4U.com ONE OF THE BEST
LOCAL HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE BEST
Royal Restoration LLC ONE OF THE BEST
Marchio Tile & Carpet The Flooring Guys
Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co., Inc. Window World of Joliet
GARDENING/ LANDSCAPING
MATTRESS STORE
BEST
Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse ONE OF THE BEST
Sunshine Garden Center Bothwell Farms
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PETS
BEST
City Wide Mattress ONE OF THE BEST
Mike’s Furniture Turk Furniture
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PET SERVICES/ SUPPLIES BEST
K9 Tailshakers ONE OF THE BEST
BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare Karol Mitcheff-Neybert, Trainer. Mokena PetSmart.
VETERINARIAN BEST
Rowland Animal Clinic ONE OF THE BEST
Shorewood Animal Hospital Animal Care Center of Plainfield
VOTED ONE OF THE BEST BANKS IN WILL COUNTY
Thank You
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For Selecting Me Readers’ Choice
Best Pediatrician
I’m Proud to Serve this great community and take care of the ones you Love.
Drive up or call us at 815.730.2307
D gl R Douglas R. Bierma, MD
We have four Joliet locations 1415 W Jefferson St | 2801 W JeffersonSt
Member FDIC
700 W. Jefferson St. Shorewood 815-741-2888
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Your Support is a Gift Thank You
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Gabrielle Horvat-Macias Broker-Agent 815.703.6277 taylorstreetrealty.com
2020
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FirstMidwest.com
2020
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1301 Larkin Ave | 212 N Chicago St
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES H ACCOUNTING H FUNERAL H REAL ESTATE H ACCOUNTANT/ FINANCIAL ADVISOR
FUNERAL SERVICES
BEST
Wermer Rogers Doran & Ruzon LLC
BEST
BEST
Fred C Dames Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd. Carey Financial Services, Tom Carey (Tie) Paul Kaczmarek Primerica (Tie)
Farkas Funeral Home Tezak Home to Celebrate Life
INSURANCE AGENCY BEST
BANK
ONE OF THE BEST
David Holmes, Oakleaf Community Mortgage Missy Trepel, First Midwest Bank
Kevin Molloy- State Farm Insurance Agent
REAL ESTATE BROKER
First Bank of Manhattan
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Rick Hakey - State Farm Insurance Agent John Wright - State Farm Insurance Agent
Gabrielle Horvat-Macias, Taylor Street Realty
BEST
BEST
Merchants and Manufacturers Bank First Midwest Bank
LAWYER/ LAW FIRM
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICE BEST
Three Rivers Association of Realtors ONE OF THE BEST
CraftnDraft Inc., Graphic Design Studio Ragusa’s Promo Advertising
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MORTGAGE BROKER
RETAIL
BEST
The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci
ONE OF THE BEST
Carrie Mitcheff, Century 21 Pride Realty Diane Lambert, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
ONE OF THE BEST
AuBuchon & Pennuto Law, LLC James Flanagan Attorney At Law A Professional Corporation
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CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
GIFT SHOP
RESALE / ANTIQUE SHOP
BEST
BEST
BEST
Ask Dress Boutique
Posh West Boutique
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Posh West Boutique Moody Blues Jeans Boutique
Daniel Richard Jewelers SaraBoo Creek
Audiophil’s Records Bring it Home “Again”
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“ONE OF THE BEST� Mortgage Brokers in Will County! Missy Trepel
Residential Lender, NMLS# 576737 Missy.Trepel@ďŹ rstmidwest.com FirstMidwest.com/MissyTrepel 815.774.2249
Thank you to all who voted M&M Bank the Best Financial Services Employer & One of the Best Banks in Will County!
Thank you for voting us...
WINNER in the 2020 RE ADERS CHOICE AWARDS
One of the
BEST in the MATTRESS S TO R E category
BLACK FRIDAY SALE!
SAVE
500
UP $ TO
on select TEMPUR-PEDICÂŽ Mattress Sets with adjustable Base
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C E L E B R AT I N G
Y E A R S
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JOLIET
| 2901 RING ROAD |
(815) 439-8820
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Proudly providing quality Chiropractic care to Will County patients of all ages for 10 years!
2020
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“Thank you Will County! I am honored and humbled to receive this award. Thank you for trusting me with your care.
Thank You for Voting me as
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TWO YEARS IN A ROW!
It is such an honor to win the
Best Burger of Will County 2020
“Thank You”
for voting Emediate Cure “The Best” Family Practice and one of “The Best” Healthcare Employers
• Family Owned •Open 9-9 Everyday, including weekends & Holidays. •No appointment needed. Walk-Ins welcome.
A huge thank you to all who voted! We wouldn’t be here without our wonderful customers and dedicated restaurant team.
1508 Essington Rd., Joliet 1039 Brookforest Ave., Shorewood.
EmediateCure.com | 815-733-5952
2020
1015 Essington Rd. Joliet | 815-725-2883 www.hamburgerseria.com SM-CL1833529
THANK YOU TO OUR PATIENTS AND FRIENDS
that voted for us again, for
ONE OF THE BEST DENTISTS IN WILL COUNTY! Malinowski and Sefcik DDS 903 129th Infantry Dr Suite 100 • Joliet IL 60435 815 725 1605 • www.malinowskisefcik.com
The officers and members of the Croatian Cultural Club extend our thanks and appreciation to all who voted us as one of the top 3 fish fry’s in Joliet! We appreciate your support and patronage of the club. The Croatian Cultural Club has been in establishment for over 60 years. Our club offers everyday low drink prices, live video gaming, great music and our famous Friday Fish Fry’s with our delicious parsley potatoes. Please check out our website for upcoming events. www.Croatianculturalclub.com Hope to see you at the club soon!
Trinity Christian Preschool
SM-CL1833215
Thank you to my clients for voting me One of the Best Insurance Agents in Will County. I am grateful.
Two Locations: Shorewood & Plainfield 815-577-9310 ext.31 www.trinitychristian.info
2020
John Wright, Agent
THANK YOU for voting Trinity Christian Preschool “THE BEST” preschool in Will County!
Visit us at our Open House Sunday, January 24, 2021 2:00-4:00pm 901 Shorewood Drive, Shorewood
1050 Essington Rd Joliet, IL 60435 Bus: 815-725-5052 john@wrightjd.com Hablamos Español *Average annual per household savings based on a 2019 national survey by State Farm® of new policyholders who reported savings by switching to State Farm. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company Bloomington, IL State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company of Texas Richardson, TX 2001308 SM-CL1833769
The right insurance at the right price is available now. On average, you’ll save $536*! All you need to do is make the switch. It’s easy. Just call me today. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®
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BEST EMPLOYERBUSINESS TO BUSINESS BEST
Three Rivers Association of Realtors ONE OF THE BEST
BEST EMPLOYER- EDUCATION BEST
St Mary Immaculate Parish School ONE OF THE BEST
University of St. Francis Lewis University
BEST
Silver Cross Hospital ONE OF THE BEST
Emediate Cure Quick Care-Shorewood C&C Vision Gallery
BEST EMPLOYER- INDUSTRIAL BEST
ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery ONE OF THE BEST
All American Recycling Ecolab
BEST EMPLOYER- MUNICIPALITY BEST
BEST EMPLOYERSERVICE INDUSTRY BEST
PrideStaff ONE OF THE BEST
J.D. Brown Pharmacy Merichka’s Restaurant
BEST EMPLOYER- WAREHOUSE BEST
The Wine Cellar Outlet Joliet ONE OF THE BEST
Amazon Fulfillment Center - MDW4 Wilton Industries
BEST EMPLOYER- FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS
City of Joliet
LARGE EMPLOYER OVER 100 EMPLOYEES
BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
BEST
SERVPRO of Joliet
Village of Plainfield Shorewood Village Hall
Silver Cross Hospital
ONE OF THE BEST
Chignoli Auto Sales Divas Salon & Spa
BEST EMPLOYER- FINANCIAL INSTITUTION/SERVICE BEST
BEST EMPLOYER- NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION BEST
Cornerstone Services ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Joliet Area Community Hospice Will County Sheriff’s Office
SMALL EMPLOYER UNDER 100 EMPLOYEES BEST
Merchants and Manufacturers Bank
Joliet Area Community Hospice St. Mary Immaculate Parish
Divas Salon & Spa
ONE OF THE BEST
BEST EMPLOYER- RETAIL
ONE OF THE BEST
First Bank of Manhattan Busey Bank
BEST
Dan’s Homemade Candies ONE OF THE BEST
Bella Fiori Flower Shop Inc David Nelson Exquisite Jewelry
St. Mary Immaculate Parish Chicken-n-Spice
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Village Realty Cornerstone Services
BEST EMPLOYER- HEALTHCARE
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of Joliet as Best Employer-Family owned business. We are grateful, humbled and proud to serve our community!
SM-CL1829144
THANKYOU TO ALL WHO VOTED US “THE BEST” Business to Business Service Business to Business Employer
2020
2020
SM-CL1833410
303 Springfield Ave. Joliet 815-744-4520 | www.trarealtors.net
We are up to date on the latest technology and equipment needed for safe collision repair.
SERVPRO® Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated SM-CL1833953
Our collision technicians are highly trained and certified.
We work with all insurance companies and help with the entire claim process.
Phone: 815-478-7200 • Fax: 815-478-7222 100 Railroad St, Manhattan, IL 60442
ManhattanCollisionReviews.com www.facebook.com/ManhattanCollisionCenter
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Funeral Homes in Will County in The Herald News Readers Choice Contest! 2019
1211 Plainfield Road Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 722-0524 • www.tezakfuneralhome.com
2020
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Will County for Voting Us
“Best” Thin Crust Pizza!
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We are Open for Delivery, Curbside, Phone & Online Orders 1327 N. Raynor Ave. Joliet | (815) 726-4441 PalmerFloristInc.com
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2020
Bria an Bou uton, O.D.
Thank you to everyone who voted us
Specializing in Comprehensive Eye Exams, Diabetic Examinations, Cataract Evaluations, Full Glaucoma Care, Eye Disease, Eye Infections & Eye Injuries
“ONE OF THE BEST” Beauty Salons in the Herald-News Readers’ Choice Contest!
SM-CL1833533
HUSH SALON 24913 S. Sage, Channahon 815.828.5871 HushSalonOnSage.com
SM-CL1829134
Call and schedule an appointment today!
We accept Medicare, Most Vision Plans, Medical Insurances & Care Credit. We also have a large selection of Eyewear & Contact Lens options available.
Eye 2 Eye Vision Center
2537 Plainfield Rd. • Joliet 815-577-2020
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