8th Annual
READERS’ HOICE WARDS C A The Crescent-News
2014 Selecting the
BEST of the REGION
A Special Supplement of
The Crescent-News
August 7, 2014
2014
READERS’ HOICE C The Crescent-News
WARDS A Selecting the
BESTof theREGION cAtegory index AUTOMOTIVE
Auto Parts Store. . . . . . . . . . Auto Service Center . . . . . . Body Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Car Dealership . . . . . . Used Car Dealership. . . . . .
30 31 29 32 33
COMMUNITY
Business Appearance. . . . . 49 Company Community Involvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Customer Service . . . . . . . . 49
DINING
Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Asian Cuisine. . . . . . . . . . . . . Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fast Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hamburgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ice Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meat Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . Mexican Cuisine. . . . . . . . . . Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pizza Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . .
53 59 55 52 59 54 55 56 57 57 56 58 52 51 59 60 61
Produce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sub /Deli Sandwiches . . . . Wings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENTERTAINMENT
Bar/Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bowling Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Place For Live Music . . . . . . Reception Hall . . . . . . . . . . . Social / Service Club. . . . . . Sports Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
51 61 61 62 63 43 46 45 43 46 47 44
HOME IMPROVEMENT . . . .
Carpet/Flooring Store . . . . Electrician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garden Center/Nursery. . . General Contractor . . . . . . . Heating/AC Contractor . . . Lawn Equipment Dealer . . Plumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows / Doors. . . . . . . . .
PERSONAL SERVICES
Animal Boarding / Sitting. Barber Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . Hair Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Massage Therapy. . . . . . . . . Nail Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pet Grooming . . . . . . . . . . . . Tanning Salon. . . . . . . . . . . .
2 - 2014 Readers' Choice
20 21 23 22 24 23 26 25 27 35 17 19 16 16 17 34 18
ANNUA L
Welcome to the Eighth Annual Crescent-News “Best of the Region” section.
Included on the following pages are results of the recent CrescentNews reader poll asking residents in northwest Ohio to name their favorite area businesses in 78 different categories. This supplement features the top three vote getters in each category. Readers were asked to complete and return ballot forms that were published several times in The Crescent-News during May and June. Those that responded were eligible to receive cash awards in a drawing. The winners are listed below. This special section is an annual feature of The Crescent-News. We invite you to review and enjoy this section and see if your opinions of “the best” are shared by others in northwest Ohio.
Advertiser index
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Accounting Firm . . . . . . . . . . .3 Attorney’s Office . . . . . . . . . . .3 Chiropractic Office . . . . . . . . .4 Day Care/Preschool . . . . . . 15 Dentist Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Financial Institution . . . . . . . .7 Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . 12 Nursing Home . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Optometrist Office . . . . . . . . .5 Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Photography Studio. . . . . . 13 Real Estate Agency . . . . . . . 14 Veterinary Office . . . . . . . . . 34
RETAIL Appliance Store . . . . . . . . . . Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer Store . . . . . . . . . . Flower Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . Furniture Store . . . . . . . . . . . Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grocery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pet Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toy Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8TH
37 37 38 39 40 39 50 41 35 42
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill . . . . 53 Arps Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Batt & Stevens Body Shop . . . . . . . . . 29 Bud's Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Buffalo Wild Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 63 C Stephens Appliances Inc. . . . . . . . . 36 Captain D's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Carpet Wholesalers Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Chief Supermarkets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Day Dreams Tanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Defiance Area YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Defiance Chiropractic Center . . . . . . . .4 Defiance Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 . . . . . . . . . 47 Defiance Optometric Group, Inc . . . . .5 Defiance Veterinary Clinic . . . . . . . . . 34 Den Herder Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . .9 Dilly Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Eagle Rock Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Eric's Irresistible Ice Cream. . . . . . 56, 58 Estle Chevrolet Cadillac. . . . . . . . . 32, 64 Estle Chevrolet Collision Center . . . . 29 First Insurance Group Of Midwest. . 12 Fitzenrider Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Four All Seasons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Glenn Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 BIGGBY Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Gustwiller Electric Supply. . . . . . . . . . 21 Hoffman Builders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Integrity Defiance Auto Body . . . . . . 28
drAwing winners
Jacob's Meats, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Just Dogs Grooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ken's Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Kissner's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit . . . . . . 35 Laurel Health Care Company . . . . . . 11 Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home . . . . .9 Lefty's Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Morris Floor Covering . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Morris Heating (Carrier). . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Nelson & Bobs Tireman Auto Service . . 31 Progressive Auto Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Re/Max Realty of Defiance . . . . . . . . . 14 Rod Brown Photography . . . . . . . . . . 13 Roehrs-McMillen Insurance . . . . . . . . 12 Salon 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .8 Seigman's Siding Specialist . . . . . . . . 26 Solid Rock Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 St John Lutheran School. . . . . . . . . . . 15 St Mike's Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Stambaugh Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 State Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Stykemain Buick-GMC Ltd . . . . . . . . . 33 Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Tri-County Roofing, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 VFW Post 3360 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Walmart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35, 38, 42 Weaner, Yoder, Hill And Weber, . . . . . . .3 Wendy's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Whittaker Family Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
FIRST PLACE:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Geiger Defiance $200 SECOND PLACE:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bobbie Brown, Defiance $50 THIRD PLACE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Oberlin, Defiance $25
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
Accounting Firm 1. Steyer & Co. Location: 2000 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1030 Steyer & Co., founded in 1982, provides accounting, tax and auditing services to a variety of manufacturing, construction, transportation, retail, health and governmental clients throughout northwest Ohio. But in addition to these traditional CPA services, Steyer & Company has also become a leader in providing tax and financial planning and consulting, bringing financial success to both businesses and individuals. The firm is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Private Companies Practice Section and has always received the highest evaluations possible for the quality of work and operations of the firm.
2. Shultz Huber & Associates Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 2000, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2000 Its client’s appreciate the personalized service of its local offices combined with the depth of resources and knowledge available throughout its five locations and 45 employees. Its focus is working with businesses and their owners to evaluate complex issues, develop practical solutions and improve financial performance. In addition to traditional accounting and tax engagements, it offers specialized consulting services in the areas of business valuations, forensic accounting, QuickBooks, human resources and IT.
3. Luderman & Konst Location: 317 Jefferson, Defiance; 105 E. High St., Hicksville; 321 E. Main St., Ottawa. Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Phone: Defiance, 419-782-7166; Hicksville, 419-542-8740; Ottawa, 419-523-5393 The Defiance based accounting firm encompasses nearly every aspect of financial life. It is experienced in all matters of accounting and taxation, IRS problem resolution, estates and trusts, business formation, real estate and business sales. The firm’s reputation for providing quality service reflects the high standards they demand of themselves. Luderman & Konst's high standards, responsive service and specialized staff spell the difference between their firm and the rest.
Wayne Erickson, Austin Kemerer, and Ken Boroff (left to right) of Steyer and Co. examine a few files for a client. Steyer & Co. provides accounting, tax and auditing services to a wide variety of clients.
Attorney’s Office 1. Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. Location: 401 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3010 Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. strives to meet clients’ needs with utmost confidentiality and in a professional manner. It is the goal to make clients feel at ease with the legal issues they bring to the firm. It gives Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. great pleasure to represent the residents of Defiance and surrounding counties for their legal needs.
2. Stephen K. Snavley Co. LPA Location: 505 Fourth St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8846 Since 1996, the law firm of Stephen K. Snavely has specialized in helping clients in northwest Ohio with estate planning, probate and real estate matters. In fact, Stephen Snavely is the only board certified estate law specialist in the Defiance area. Snavely has the compassion, skill and experience to help families through difficult times following the loss of a loved one. He enjoys finding innovative ways to allow people to preserve and pass on their assets at minimal financial risk.
3. Arthur, O’Neil, Mertz, Michel & Brown Location: 901 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Phone: 419-782-9881 Arthur, O’Neil, Mertz, Michel & Brown, Co., L.P.A. has been proudly serving clients for more than 40 years, specializing in personal injury, malpractice, work injury, domestic relations, disability and criminal defense.
Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. has been selected as the Best of the Region’s top attorney’s office.
The Lawyers and sTaff of
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Many Thanks to our customers and friends in Defiance and the surrounding counties for your votes. John W. Weaner - Stanley J. Yoder James K. Weaner Danny A. Hill II - Ian A. Weber
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
2014 Readers' Choice - 3
cHiroprActic oFFice 1. Defiance Chiropractic Center Location: 1770 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite 1, Defiance. Hours: Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. -7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-784-2300 The Defiance Chiropractic Center is the largest and most complete chiropractic facility in northwest Ohio. It specializes in holistic treatments for all types of back, joint and muscular disorders. The staff at DCC will tailor a wellness program specifically targeted to the needs of its patients using the least invasive yet highly-effective techniques and services. Through natural approaches, DCC hopes to achieve and maintain optimal health and wellness to area residents.
2. DeTray Chiropractic Center Location: 1844 East Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m.7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon Phone: 419-785-4215 Dr. Megan DeTray is an experienced doctor of chiropractic and continues to keep up-to-date on the changes and advancements in the chiropractic field. DeTray Chiropractic has carefully developed a staff that genuinely cares and listens to the patients’ needs. The staff feels blessed to be able to serve our community.
3. Dr. William Weippert and Dr. Randy Luderman Location: 210 N Harrison St., Sherwood Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. - noon Phone: 419-899-2142 Doctors Weippert and Luderman honor the inborn potential of everyone to be truly healthy. When asked what patients appreciate most about Dr.s Weippert and Luderman, long-time employee Diane replied, “ They spend more time working with the patient than on paperwork.” Patients feel free to fully discuss how they’re feeling and ask as many questions as needed. Education, experience and honoring the individuality of each patient make Dr.s Weippert and Luderman favorites with their patients.
Thank You N.W. Ohio for choosing us as your #1 Choice in Chiropractic Care! Dr. Jack Lorenz (standing) works on Ali Lammers’ back. Defiance Chiropractic Center is the largest and most complete chiropractic facility on Northwest Ohio.
4 - 2014 Readers' Choice
1770 Jefferson Ave. • 419-784-2300 The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
Optometrist Office 1. Defiance Optometric Group Location: 800 N. Clinton St., Suite D, Defiance Hours: Monday, 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1901 Defiance Optometric Group’s goal has always been to provide the best care possible, using the latest technology available in a friendly, family-like atmosphere. It is not only there to meet the patient’s visual needs but to improve their quality of life. The Defiance Optometric staff believes that the entire patient experience is important. The doctors and staff are committed to caring for patients, not just their eyes.
2. Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Center Location: 283 Stadium Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday and Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3937 The staff at Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Center is committed to providing the highest standard of health care with personalized service and quality products in a caring and friendly atmosphere.They inspire confidence in patients by utilizing state of the art technology and continually educating themselves. Establishing a lasting relationship with families and the community is Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Center’s pledge.
3. Professional Vision Services Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 1000, Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday- Friday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4831 At the office of Professional Vision Services, LLC, the mission is to contribute to a lifetime of healthy vision, providing each patient with the highest quality vision care. With continuing education to remain at the forefront of the profession, Professional Vision Services offers the latest eye care technology, professional services and products.
Thank you for voting us Best in the Region 3 years in a row!
Serving the community for over 60 years. Now accepting new patients
We accept GM/Davis, VSP, EyeMed, Spectera, BlueView Vision, Aetna and more
Dr. Daniel L. Meffley • Dr. Thomas E. Sandy • Dr. Deborah J. Stein 800 N. Clinton Street, Suite D Defiance, OH Dr. Deborah Stein examines a patient’s eyes during an appointment with the award-winning optometrist.
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
419-782-1901
www.defianceoptometricgroup.com
2014 Readers' Choice - 5
dentist oFFice 1. Defiance Dental Group Location: 245 Stadium Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-DENT At Defiance Dental Group the staff always strives to put patients first. For more than 50 years it has continued to treat everyone as family, has kept its services affordable and shown genuine care to patients of all ages. The goal? To keep you happy, healthy and smiling!
2. Whittaker Dental Group Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7746, 419-784-0776, 419-592-1981, 419-636-4204 At Whittaker Dental Group office's, staffs exists to meet the needs of every patient through a variety of services including cleaning, filling, dentures, same day crowns, periodontal surgery, IV sedation and wisdom tooth removal. Every Whittaker Dental Group practice includes exceptional dentists and a friendly knowledgeable staff that is compassionate.
3. Dr. Jason J Jaurez, DDS Location: 1075 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Friday - Sunday. Phone: 419-782-1126 Defiance Center for Dentistry is proud to offer a wide range of dental services to the Defiance community. From general services such as professional cleanings and extractions, to cosmetic and restorative services that can completely transform a person’s smile, its team is committed to providing exceptional care to its patients. Its office is equipped with the latest in advanced dental technology, allowing it to give patients the best quality of care available. At Defiance Center for Dentistry, the staff strives to provide care that is in the best interest of its patients, so that they can enjoy a healthy smile that will last a lifetime.
Dr. Luke Walz (sitting) examines Sarah Spallinger’s teeth and is making sure she is taking proper care of them. Defiance Dental Group has been selected as the best dentist office for the third consecutive year.
Thank You to all of our wonderful patients and our hardworking staff for making us the
#1 Dental Office in N.W. Ohio! Find us on Facebook for the latest news on your favorite dental office and fun contests!
245 Stadium Drive, Defiance, Ohio
419-782-DENT
www.defiancedentalgroup.com 6 - 2014 Readers' Choice
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
FinAnciAL institution 1. State Bank Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours: Main: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday. - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.- noon; Northtowne: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Chief: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, noon - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 State Bank’s goal is to be your financial services partner. Its experienced management team delivers proactive and innovative solutions, locally, through a caring, professional staff with a passion for service. Whether it’s a child’s first savings account, a young adult’s first car loan, a couple’s first home loan, financing the dream of owning a business or experiencing the joys of retirement, State Bank is honored to celebrate its customers’ milestones and proud to support the communities it serves. Sound advice. Smart money.
2. First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 At First Federal Bank, the team is known for strong customer relationships. Employees truly care for their customers and consider them friends and neighbors. By putting customers first, First Federal Bank is pushing communities forward. By caring for their customers and their families they are rewarded with loyalty. It’s a partnership that brings real value to neighborhoods. First Federal and its customers really are getting better together.
3. Midwest Community Federal Credit Union Location: Main Office - 08770 Ohio 66, Defiance; Deerwood - 1481 Deerwood Dr., Defiance; Napoleon - 1429 Scott St., Napoleon Hours: Main Lobby: Monday - Wednesday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Thursday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Main Drive-up: Monday-Wednesday, 7:30 a.m - 6 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 7 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m - 2 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. ; Deerwood Drive-up: Monday - Wednesday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Thursday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Napoleon Lobby: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ; Napoleon Drive-up: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 6:p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 0p.m. Phone: Main Office - 419-783-6500 Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a financial cooperative that serves the needs of its members who are also owners. The goal is to help with its members’ financial success and it shows in everything Midwest Community Federal Credit Union does. Come join today and it help make your financial dreams a reality.
State Bank has many locations throughout Northwest Ohio and Indiana.
Thank You for Voting Us Among the Best!
DEFIANCE OFFICE STAFF: Front (L-R) Jayne Westhoven, Lyndsey Short, Mary Herman, Bev Manon Back (L-R) Deb Woodard, Dr. Hill, Dr. Burke, Diane Bonin
NAPOLEON OFFICE STAFF: Front Dr. Jeff Tritle Middle (L-R) Shana Daniels, Saundra Okuley, Teresa Vanover Back (L-R) Kennedy Flower, Kayla Dunbar
NOW FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS! 1330 Scott St., Napoleon, OH
419-592-1981 We welcome our newest Defiance Office to our family!
517 N. Clinton St. Defiance, OH
419-782-0776
201 Van Gundy Dr. Bryan, OH
419-636-4204
503 Fifth St., Defiance, OH
419-782-7746 www.whittakerdental.com
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
2014 Readers' Choice - 7
FunerAL Home 1. Schaffer Funeral Home Location: 529 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Normal business hours, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., phones answered 24 hours per day by staff Phone: 419-784-2441 Having been in business for more than 160 years, Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. takes pride in the fact that it can honestly say “we are still locally and independently owned.” The staff serves people of all faiths from the Defiance area community. The staff strives to provide the most meaningful service to families during a most difficult time of their lives, and their services continue beyond the funeral with aftercare. Schaffer Funeral Home Inc. is more than just a business it is your friends and neighbors. Please visit the website at www. schafferfh.com.
2. Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home Location: 1753 S. Clinton St., Defiance, Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Phone: 419-782-0075 Mike and Jayne Roessner bought the funeral home from Dave Lawson in 1980, the same year they were married. The business was established in 1929 and they built their new funeral home facility, located at 1753 S. Clinton St., in Defiance in 1999.
3. Den Herder Funeral Home Location: 1000 W. Wayne St., Paulding Hours: Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Phone: 419-399-2866 Serving the community since 1920, the Den Herder Funeral Home strives to give the care and respect each family deserves during the loss of a loved one. Its commitment is to provide the finest service with compassion and precise attention to detail, while keeping in mind spiritual and financial needs. “Families First-Service Always.”
Dan Schaffer holding the new finger print necklace along with other personalized jewelry.
Thank You Readers for voting us #1 Funeral Home!!! Some key components we feel are important to our business:
• Full service independently owned funeral home serving Defiance and all surrounding communities for over 160 years. • Serving all faiths and beliefs while treating everyone like family. • Phones are answered 24 hrs/day by staff, not an answering service. • Selling only USA made caskets and vaults.
We have added new features for your web experience with us. They include: • Ordering flowers directly from our site • enhanced Obituaries with a Guest Book, automatic email Subscription when new notices are posted • New ways to send condolences such as food gifts and sympathy cards We celebrate the lives of those who make our area a great place to live.
Schaffer fUNeraL hOMe, INc.
529 Jefferson Ave. - Defiance, Ohio 43512 - Phone 419-784-2441 www.Schafferfh.com
8 - 2014 Readers' Choice
Front left to right: Jeff Strayer, Sara Underhill, Bryan Evinger. Back: Dan Schaffer, Owner.
The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
THANK YOU for voting us No. 2 We are #2
Thank You
So we try harder. Obviously, we try hardest to be nice. You are served by the owner and not taken for granted.
for voting us “one of the Best”!
We do the right thing. Look for new ways and try harder.
Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home information hotline 1-877-705-1304
1000 W. Wayne Street P.O. Box 27 Paulding, OH 45879
defiancefuneralhome.com
pHArmAcy 1. Rite Aid Pharmacy Location: 618 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Pharmacy: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Front End: MondaySaturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0155 Rite Aid strives to provide superior customer service through its 15-minute pledge, its courtesy refill service and its clean, wellorganized store. Be sure to sign up for text alerts so you will know when your prescription will be ready, and also to take advantage of Rite Aid’s wellness plus program, where customers can save up to 20 per cent on front-end merchandise. And don’t forget, they provide a variety of immunization services, especially with flu season quickly approaching!
2. Meijer
Toll Free:
(419) 399-2866 (800) 399-3522
3. Kroger Pharmacy
Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance, Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 With more than 200 stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky, the company continues to handle its business based on the simple philosophy that led Hendrik Meijer to start the business in the first place: “...take care of your customers, team members, and community... and all of those will take care of you, just like a family.” Having been family-owned for more than 80 years, Meijer is as much about family as it is about business.
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Location: 1880 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5742 The Kroger Co. operates nearly 2,000 retail pharmacies in 31 states, each staffed with caring professionals dedicated to helping people lead healthier lives. Kroger pharmacists provide more than just prescriptions and over-the-counter medications; they provide advice and support, and are a trusted source of information. Kroger pharmacists are professionally trained to administer vaccinations too. Let them help you protect your health!
Rodger McKelvey discusses a prescription with a customer. Rite Aid provides numerous prescriptions to meet their client’s needs
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Nursing Home / Assisted Living Facility 1. The Laurels of Defiance Location: 1701 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, here to serve. Phone: 419-782-7879 The reason why readers keep The Laurels of Defiance as the best in category is simple, it’s the outstanding staff. They are the best! Without them the facility would be just like all the rest. They hear it all the time from customer testimonials about how wonderful the employees are. Short-term or long-term stay, The Laurels will exceed your expectations. Outstanding customer service is what sets it apart.
2. GlennPark of Defiance Location: 2429 William A. Diehl Court., Defiance Hours: Call anytime and ask for Julie. Phone: 419-782-3000 The GlennPark Senior Living Community is the residents’ home. The staff is there by invitation to serve, to care, to nurture and protect. Residents participate in life as much as they are able and are encouraged to be independent and self sufficient. The staff provides the kind of options, opportunities, and care that they would expect their own loved ones to receive. They believe enjoying well-balanced, home-cooked meals with friends in pleasant surroundings can enliven lives. When needed, each resident will receive superior health care privately and discreetly. Each resident has personal worth. They will not allow this dignity to be diminished.
3. Genesis Healthcare Twin Rivers Center Location: 395 Harding St., Defiance Hours: Open 24/7 Phone: 419-784-1450 Twin Rivers is a 93-bed center located in a residential area near ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital. The center has the most tenured management team of any center in Defiance, and has many staff members with more than 10 years of service to the patients and residents.
Sue Stuller, an LPN at Laurels, enters data into the computer. Laurels is once again the recipients of the Best of the Region’s best nursing home and assisted living.
Congratulations to the Glenn Park Community
2014 Award Recipient
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100% Occupancy Award
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Best “Invisible” Healthcare Award
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Best Activities and Events Award “The Chancellor Way” Award Given for “Hospitality, with invisible healthcare, in a home-like setting.”
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Thank You NW Ohio!
The Best Just Keeps Getting Better Congratulations to the staff at The Laurels for getting voted the best Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in the six county area. To be voted as the best from a group of many excellent nursing and rehab facilities is incredible. To accomplish this five consecutive years is phenomenal. We honestly try to impact our business in a way that our peers try to follow. Scoring high on other various consumer surveys helps us exceed our business objectives here at the Laurels.
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insurAnce Agency 1. First Insurance Group of Midwest Inc. Location: 419 Fifth St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5431 First Insurance Group is dedicated to pursuing every opportunity to create solutions and alternatives that best fit each clients’ needs. By combining local decision making, a philosophy of giving back, and a commitment to you, First Insurance Group is protecting what matters most. Because some things are just better together.
2. Grant Insurance 3. RoehrsAgency McMillen Location: 324 Clinton St., Defiance Insurance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-n0oon Phone: 419-782-7176
Grant Insurance Agency was founded in 1936 as a fullservice independent insurance agency, and has always had a strong commitment to providing a wide variety of insurance coverage, from personal to business and financial planning. Grant Insurance carefully selects a group of financially sound, reputable insurance companies that provide the best coverage for the most competitive price. The agency maintains a high standard of excellence in the service provided to clients. Grant Insurance is proud to be a fourth-generation family business, and is excited to continue the family tradition of superior customer service far into the future.
Location: 414 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - noon Phone: 419-784-3979
Roehrs-McMillen Insurance has been a locally owned family agency since 1930. The staff works with several different companies to save you money and is small enough to give you personal service. They believe in treating every customer as if they were Roehrs-McMillen’s only customer.
We would like to thank our customers for their loyalty and for choosing First Insurance Group as the insurance company of choice for 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
Protecting what matters most. Andy Weisgerber discusses Janet Heller’s insurance plan with her. First Insurance Group is dedicated to pursuing every opportunity to create solutions and alternatives that best fit each client’s needs.
Firstii.com Not FDIC Insured. Not a Deposit. May Lose Value. No Bank Guarantee. Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency.
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414 Clinton Street Defiance,Ohio Phone: (419) 784-3979 Fax: (419) 782-9889 Email: rmi@defnet.com
Thank you for being one of our customers. We appreciate you, and your loyalty. The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
Photography Studio 1. Rod Brown Photography Location: 651 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m.– 8 p.m. Phone: 419- 782-6131. Rod Brown Photography strives to produce the best quality, uniquely posed, finely crafted portraits that can be found in northwest Ohio. Rod Brown Photography has been in business for more than 30 years. Rod and his staff continue to study by attending and giving seminars to stay abreast of the latest trends in photography. Rod and his wife, Lynda, attend state, district and national photographic competitions to keep testing their ability and to improve their work. The most important part of any business is the staff. Lynda is the office manager, Tammy Kappen is sales consultant and Rod is head photographer.
2. Bella Luce Photography Studio Location: 402 Ffifth St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, noon-5 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, Sunday by appointment Phone: 419-782-1079 Bella Luce Photography Studio is not a high volume studio. Time is taken with clients so they will not feel rushed or stressed. Clients are regarded as friends. The business also bought a historic home located at the corner of Jefferson and Fifth Streets in Defiance and has been tracing the history of the house. In 1877 it was a boarding house, saloon and an ice dealer. Bella Luce Photography is so excited to have found this space! There is exposed brick and a fireplace, hardwood floors and high ceilings. Work is on going, but that is not stopping the business from using the property. Bella Luce has also branched out to the Louisville, KY. area.
3. Kelly Smith Masterson Photography Location: 29234 Ohio 18 East, Defiance Hours: Hours by appointment for your convenience. Phone: 419-782-0352 Serving the Defiance area for over 30 years. Making the switch from film to digital has been challenging, and has given Kelly Smith Masterson the opportunity to continually reinvent her studio. Faithfully serving repeat clients and attracting new ones each and every year keeps Kelly Smith Masterson in step with how doing business has changed and will continue to change. Customer service and dedication to clients’ wishes remain at the top of her daily list.
Rod Brown switches roles and goes from behind the camera to in front as he poses for his Best of the Region award.
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reAL estAte Agency 1. Re/Max Realty of Defiance Location: 1401 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday by appointment. Phone: 419-784-3029 Re/Max has been a part of the Defiance community for more than 25 years. All agents are full-time, dedicated professionals that strive to offer extraordinary service to their customers by being honest, fair, loyal, and educated individuals. Re/Max is also very supportive in giving back to the community through non-profit and charitable organizations. Its customers have made Re/Max who it is and the staff will continue to strive to be outstanding agents with outstanding results because of them.
2. Sam Switzer Realty Location: 322 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4116 Sam Switzer Realty is your hometown real estate company, with 20 sales associates to help with all of your real estate needs. It specializes in residential and commercial real estate, and offers auction services to help meet client needs. Sam Switzer Realty is selling Defiance and the surrounding areas, yard by yard!
Thank You to all our Customers
for continuing to make us the “Favorite Real Estate Agency” in the six-county area.
3. Northwest Real Estate Service Location: 1940 E. Second St., Defiance. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; other times by appointment. Phone: 419-784-0615. “We’re having a great year!” reports Beth Sigg, owner/broker of Northwest Real Estate Services in Defiance. “Sellers are back in the market as prices are stabilizing in most price ranges and buyers are taking advantage of low interest rates and great value.” With a staff of agents with customer needs in mind, Northwest’s reputation has been built on community involvement and hard work for its clients.
Left to Right: Brent Joost, Sue Hale, Cindi Sprague, Matt Joost, Melanie Resendez, Travis Spitnale.
For over 25 years Re/Max Realty of Defiance has been committed to serving the community by striving to be outstanding agents with outstanding results.
1401 S. Jefferson, Defiance
419-784-3029
Re/Max has been serving the Defiance community for more than 25 years.
Realty of Defiance, Inc.
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Tracy Frederick (left) registers Heather Hogan’s (right) daughter, Cheyenne, for preschool in the fall.
1. Ark Cooperative Preschool
St. John Lutheran Preschool
Location: 400 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5551
“A Great Place To Grow”
The Ark Cooperative Preschool has been a staple in Defiance for 24 years. The school employs five teachers and aides. Being a cooperative preschool allows the parents of the preschooler to participate in the classroom, chaperone on field trips, and in decision making related to daily activities. Ark Preschool offers structured learning for youngsters between two and five years of age. Children attending Ark enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities, following a state curriculum preparing the student for their entry into kindergarten.
2. St. John Lutheran Preschool and Tiger’s Den DayCare Location: 655 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1751 At St. John Lutheran Preschool and Tiger’s Den DayCare the parents appreciate the staff. All teachers have at least an associate’s degree in early childhood education and teachers really care about the children. The philosophy is: all children are unique and special. Plus, the program is part of St. John Lutheran School, so the children have the benefit of being in a school environment. The Tiger’s Den is a great stepping stone to transition into public school, private or St. John Lutheran. Come and check it out! The staff will be happy to answer any questions.
2. Holy Cross Catholic Preschool Location: 1745 S. Clinon St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-784-2021 At Holy Cross, faith is at the center of the curriculum to enhance a student’s academic development. Holy Cross is blessed to have a dedicated and nurturing teaching staff that provides students the best in Catholic education. Through the school’s pre-K program students learn the academic skills needed to prepare them for kindergarten and also learn the building blocks to developing strong character and leadership skills.
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Christian Values Fostered! Quality Care and Education! Ages 2-5 -
2 year olds - Grown Up & Me - 1 half day/week 3 year olds - 2 and 3 half day classes per week 4 year olds - 3 and 5 half day classes per week Tigers’ Den Christian Childcare Center Academic standards - Ohio Department of Education
The Tigers’ Den Christian Child Care Center
- Ages: 3 years - 8th grade - Hours: 6:30am - 6pm, Monday - Friday - Year round Program - Full or Part time enrollment - Hourly Rates Available - Licensed by the Ohio Dept. of Education Cost assistance program for Tigers’ Den
available for qualifying applicants through NOCAC
655 Wayne Avenue, Defiance Contact Nancy Kemper • 419-782-1751 kemper-sjl@defnet.com
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mAssAge tHerApHy 1. Indigo 2. Exhale Body Therapeutic and Soul Location: 523 Second St., Defiance Massage & Hours: By appointment - evening and weekend hours available Bodyworks, LTD Location: 309 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-784-9449 For almost a decade, the business has had the privilege of serving the hardworking and loyal people of Defiance County. It proudly works with veterans claims, workman's compensation and personal injury cases.
Annette Miller is owner of Indigo Theraputic Massage and Bodyworks Ltd. Indigo is located in downtown Defiance and is again the reader's choice for massage therapy.
"It’s not a job to me, its part of who I am. At the end of the day I am blessed, I do what I love and love what I do," says Annette Miller.
3. Detray Chiropractic
Phone: 419-438-6522
Exhale Body and Soul is proud to serve and support the Defiance community. Whether you’re looking for stress reduction, pain relief or prenatal care, allow the staff thee help you achieve your goal of a healthier lifestyle. Let its family of skilled therapists introduce you to a relaxing and tranquil environment, check your stress at the door and leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. The staff looks forward to serving the great Defiance area community for years to come.
Location: 1844 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH 43512 Hours: Monday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon Phone: 419-785-4215 Dr. Megan DeTray is an experienced doctor of chiropractic and continues to keep up-to-date on the changes and advancements in the chiropractic field. At DeTray Chiropractic, it has carefully developed a staff that genuinely cares and listens to the patients’ needs.
HAir sALon 1. Salon 206 Location: 206 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., or by appointment. Phone: 419-782-4600 Salon 206 is blessed to have some of northwest Ohio’s most highly talented hair stylists, nail techs and massage therapists. They are true artists in their field! The staff stays current by attending educational classes and hair shows on the latest trends in color, sexy cuts, spa manicures and pedicures, waxing services and facial needs. Their clients enjoy a new bridal makeup and Julianna Cosmetics line. Their main concern is fulfilling their customers’ needs and desires.
2. Hair Salon East Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday by appointment Gage Moore gets his hair cut at Salon 206 Phone: 419-782-3763 by Lora Williams. Salon 206 offers many services for their customers from hair At Hair Salon East, the staff strives to listen to clients and styling to having massage therapists on assist them in looking and feeling their best. Hair Salon site. East offers a variety of services, ranging from hair cuts and hair coloring to nail services and waxing. It considers its loyal clients as family and is always welcoming new clients.
3. First Choice Haircutters Location: 1842 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2121 Experience its fresh, friendly and affordable approach to women’s, men’s and kids’ hairstyles. Show off your style with a new haircut and hair color or try highlights and curls. Its hair stylists are friendly, current and creative, offering full-service, professional hair care for the entire family. With no-appointment convenience,
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you can drop by any time. First Choice Haircutters is right in your neighborhood, so pop in today.
From all of us at Salon 206
Thank You to all who voted us one of the Best!
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Nail Salon 1. Salon 206 Location: 206 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., or by appointment. Phone: 419-782-4600
2. VIP Nails Location: 519 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6162
Salon 206 is a very busy place, with spa manicures, spa pedicures, and acrylic nail services. The main goal is to provide a relaxing and professional atmosphere. The warmth of the paraffin wax helps ease arthritis pain, and concentrated lotions will help client’s hands and feet look and feel their best. It is a pleasure to welcome new customers, and it is also rewarding for the staff to keep your nails healthy and beautiful on a regular basis.
VIP Nails provides a full nail salon that includes manicures and pedicures. It has been a family owned business for 18 years and have stayed at the same location and has kept the same prices for 14 years. It is a nail salon by day and Mixed Martial Arts training facility by night. VIP Nails cares about the community and offers a free MMA afterschool program for children and teens. Its employees love what they do, are hard-working, honest, and will keep you entertained. But most importantly they care about the community.
3. Hair Salon East
3. USA Nails
Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-782-3763 At Hair Salon East, the staff strives to listen to clients and assist them in looking and feeling their best. Hair Salon East offers a variety of services, ranging from hair cuts and hair coloring to nail services and waxing. It considers its loyal clients as family and is always welcoming new clients.
Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday, noon - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3138 USA Nails has been offering nail care and nail products at its salon for years. It is proud of being known as a fashion forward establishment in the nail industry. It always provides friendly service and makes each client’s nail tips look great
Nail tech Jennifer Shindler works on Katelyn Weible’s nails at Salon 206
Barber Shop 1. Bloomfield’s Hair Cut Company Location: 224 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7987 World class barbers performing world class hair cuts is what you will find at Bloomfield’s. Through a mix of new and old school barbering techniques, attention to detail, and a true passion for their trade, they turn out consistent top-level hair cuts. Classic or contemporary, old school fades to new school faux-hawks, a man simply cannot get a better hair cut anywhere. Combine all of this with a unique atmosphere and exceptional customer service, and you get a special place like Bloomfield’s.
2. Golden Razor Location: 412 Fifth St., Defiance. Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.–noon. Phone: (419) 782-5226 Golden Razor offers the finest in professional hair care for men, women and children, including cuts, colors, perms, and waxing. Your appearance is as important to them as it is to you, and they make certain that the staff has the finest training and experience. Golden Razor is a locally-owned company and many of its stylists have been with the Golden Razor for more than 30 years.
3. Don’s Barber Shop Location: 620 Fifth St, Defiance Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. - noon Phone: 419-782-3286 Don has barbered the Defiance area for more than 45 years and Don’s Barber Shop was established in 1979. Don does cutting and styling for all ages.
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Owner Christopher Bloomfield is giving a haircut to Brian Justinger. Bloomfield’s offers many great services to its customers while providing a unique experience.
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tAnning sALon 1. Day Dreams Location: 414 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7866 Day Dreams tanning salon offers 11 state-of-the-art beds with the best prices in town. It also has a UV free Mystic spray tan booth that gives you a flawless golden tan that lasts up to seven days. Tanning not for you? Try the Hydro Massage Bed with complimentary aromatherapy that massages you with water jet pressure without getting undressed and that is substantially more affordable than a masseuse. New clients get a FREE week of tanning!!!
2. First Choice Hair Cutters Location: 1842 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2121 First Choice Hair Cutters always strives to provide excellent customer service to its tanning guests. The salon offers a variety of tanning packages and discounts on lotions to meet the needs of its loyal guests. The goal is to continue to provide a clean, welcoming salon environment which offers exceptional service during every visit.
3. Tan I Am Location: Northtowne Mall, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sunday noon- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6500 Tan I Am is committed to the quality tanning services and products that are essential in achieving a great tan. However, its friendly people really make the difference. Each one of the staff is a state-certified professional and more than happy to help you achieve your golden glow. Don’t forget it also offers spray tans performed by trained professionals.
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Fitness center 1. Defiance Area YMCA Location: 1599 Palmer Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 5 am-10 p.m.; Saturday, 5 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-4747 The Defiance Area YMCA has much to offer including two facilities, two swimming pools, hot tub, sauna, state-of-the-art nautilus equipment, weight room, racquetball courts, indoor track, five gymnasiums, childcare, preschool, youth center, skate park and more. It is more than just a fitness center and has something for everyone in the community.
2. Anytime Fitness Location: 08959 Ohio 66, Defiance. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 4 -7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Members anytime. Phone: 419-782-2111 Anytime Fitness, “The Club for Busy People”, is open 24/7, 365 days a year. You hold the key, literally! Anytime Fitness has a state-of-the-art security system, state-of-the-art strength and cardio equipment and offers personal training. Private restrooms with showers and 24/7 fitness classes are also provided. The facility is located on Ohio 66 N, next to Asia Grill and Menards.
3. Curves Location: 613 W. Third St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6 a.m. –12:30 p.m., 3-6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, 7:30 a.m–12:30 p.m., 3-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9-11 a.m. Phone: 419-784-4111 Curves is a weight-loss facility specially designed for women. It features Curves Complete, the only program that includes exercise, meal plans and coaching - all in one place. They feature a 30-minute workout in a fun, friendly, circuit training atmosphere. Workouts can be adapted to women of all ages. They now partner with Jillian Michaels on all new workouts designed exclusivity for Curves.
Katelyn Samples and Jordan Monnier work with a YMCA member who is recovering for a shoulder injury. The YMCA offers many different fitness classes and facilities.
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Did you know we are so much more: We are a family facility that has something for everyone! Childcare Preschool Youth Sports Teen leaders club Youth Center Day Camps Gymnastics
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cArpet/FLooring store 1. Morris Floor Covering Location: 330 Greenhouse Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday, 6:30-9 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0801 Morris Floor Covering takes a lot of pride in living up to its word and believes that a floor should be installed properly. The staff wants customers to feel confident shopping there and will install flooring as per a manufacturer’s specifications. Morris Floor Covering believes that customers are happy with their work and that is a big reason why they shop at Morris. Morris Floor Covering gets much return business and has been chosen THE BEST IN THE REGION 5 YEARS IN A ROW.
2. Carpet Wholesalers Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Van Wert Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6016 Carpet Wholesalers is proud of the reader support it received in the carpet and flooring category. Its 25 employees treat every project like they were working in their own home. From the time you start working with their professional design staff until the time their expert installers are cleaning up, they want you to feel like family. Carpet Wholesalers is a locally owned-family business, which is proud of its dedicated employees and over 20,000 satisfied customers. Visit its website at www.carpetwholesalersltdnw.com and like it on Facebook.
3. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 Whether you’re looking for laminate or vinyl flooring, hardwood, tile, or carpet, Lowe’s has everything needed to create the perfect look for your home. From a wide selection of rugs to accessories like wall base and underfloor heating, you’ll find customizable solutions to all your flooring needs at Lowe’s.
Ellen Kuckuck is looking at carpet samples at Morris Flooring, which was selected as the best carpet provider in the region.
Voted #1 Carpet & Flooring Store
fifth year running
Thank You N.W. Ohio for your vote of confidence!
Front (L-r): Ellen Kuckuck, Dave Morris BACK (L-r): Joe Grunden, Rudy Morris, Adan Cruz Missing from photo: Connie Haver
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330 Greenhouse Ave.,Defiance, OH
419-782-0801
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Customers
Electrician 1. Gustwiller Electric Supply Location: 1822 Spruce St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 24-hour emergency service. Phone: 419-782-6762
REASONS TO CHOOSE
CARPET WHOLESALESERS #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8
You’ll always get the BEST quality flooring at the BEST price.
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BEST selection of the newest colors and styles from all the major manufacturers.
We buy direct from the mills and pass the savings on to you. No gimmicks or bait & switch advertising - Just everyday LOW prices. We have MILES of quality carpet in stock - Ready for next day installation. Our low overhead means even greater savings for you. BEST sales team in NW Ohio. 75 years experience. FREE in-home estimates working with Design Coordinators Professional installation by the BEST installers with over 100 years of experience.
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Gustwiller Electric has been serving Defiance and the surrounding areas for more than 37 years. It has a great customer base that they recognize as being the main reason for its success. Gustwiller Electric Supply works to provide customers with quality, professional work. Its electricians take the time to listen to you and work hard to fulfill your electrical needs. They look forward to working with you in the future.
2. Highland Center Electric Location: 27622 Hoffman Road. Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-395-2577 The staff at Highland Center Electric believes this award was achieved by hard work, dedication to customers and quality craftsmanship. They strive to provide the best service available. Pride is taken in a job done well. Customers are their Number 1 priority!
3. R G Electric Location: 502 Ravine, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5102 Since 1992 RG Electric has been providing services for new and old houses as well and commercial business.
BEST prices guaranteed. “Prices so low, even we don’t believe it.”
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General Contractor 1. Hoffman Builders Location: 659 Chinook Drive, Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-782-2033 Hoffman Builders has been family-owned and operated for more than 25 years. To better serve Defiance-area customers, it is a member of the Home Builders’ Association and the BBB. Working closely with you throughout the construction process, Hoffman Builders always strives to provide excellent customer service. Whether it’s home remodeling, an addition, or construction of a new home, let family-owned Hoffman Builders help your family make your dream home a reality!
2. McDonalds’ Design & Build, Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4191 McDonalds’ Design & Build is a family owned general contractor specializing in commercial, institutional and industrial projects in northwest Ohio. The business was originally established in 1946 as a residential and service station contractor. Today, the business is owned by four of Raymond McDonald’s children. The company employs an average of 20 people and is currently located in the McDonald Professional Center building in downtown Defiance.
3. Kahle Design and Build Location: 4615 Adams Ridge Road, Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-782-7749 Kahle Design and Build is a three-generation business of home builders dating back to 1954 and specializing in custom homes and condominiums as well as all types of remodeling. It is known in the area for quality built homes which was a tradition that the grandfather established when he started the company. The company serves Defiance, Henry and the surrounding counties of northwest Ohio. The company is known in the area for its design of buildings and layouts. Browse its website and take a look, see what you like, and you’ll get hooked. Just give Kahle a call!
THANKS! From the Crew at Hoffman
Jeff Lawson is shown in the shop at Hoffman Builders cutting wood for a project. Hoffman Builders was voted best in region for general contractors.
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Garden Center/Nursery 1. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 At Lowe’s, staff members know what makes your garden grow. From seeds to soils, wheelbarrows to window boxes,Lowe’s has everything needed to make your garden spaces spring to life. All perennial plants, trees and shrubs come with a one-year guarantee.
2. Kircher’s Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m; Sunday, Noon-5 (seasonally). Phone: 419-784-5321 Kircher’s Flowers Inc. has a knowledgeable and creative staff comprised of more than three growers and seven garden center associates. It provides quality plants and a helpful knowledge of all plants. Its growers believe the secret of success is in its soil. Kircher’s mixes and pasteurizes soil at its location.
3. Menards Location: 08845 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Monday - Saturday 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0436 A family-owned company started in 1960, Menards is headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and has 280 home improvement stores located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Today, Menards® is known throughout the home improvement industry as the low price leader; it’s no wonder their famous slogan – SAVE BIG MONEY – is so widely known and easy to remember.
Tim Fannin and Cathy Birkemeier are shown with flowers in the Lowe's garden center which has been voted best in the region.
Lawn Equipment Dealer and assistance before and after the sale. All 1. Arps Hardware advice Simplicity products come fully assembled and tested 2. Lowe’s Location: 1400 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. -8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1171 Arps Hardware is an authorized full-service Simplicity dealer where customers get professional
and come with delivery and personal instructions on operation. Arps also carries MTD and Snapper walk-behind mowers as well as Echo chain saws, grass trimmers, leaf blowers and more. Arps also has reconditioned used mowers and provides service and parts for all brands.
3. Menards
Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000
Location: 08845 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Monday Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0436
When it comes to tackling and caring for your lawn and greater outdoor area, Lowe’s has the generators, chain saws, lawn mowers, tractors, pressure washers, trimmers, log splitters, wood chippers, augers and lawn aerators you need. The staff will also show you what to look for and how to use it with buying guides and how-to articles and videos.
A family-owned company started in 1960, Menards is headquartered in Eau Claire, WI and has 280 home improvement stores located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Today, Menards is known throughout the home improvement industry as the low price leader; it’s no wonder their famous slogan – SAVE BIG MONEY – is so widely known and easy to remember.
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Cara Boehm is shown checking out at Arps Hardware. Arps is a full-service Simplicity dealer as well as offering other great brands.
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Heating/Ac Contractor 1. Fitzenrider, Inc.
2. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing
Location: 827 Perry St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; other times by appointment. Phone: 419-784-0828
Location: 1801 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4891
Established in 1955 in Defiance, Fitzenrider inc. started as a refrigeration service company in the home garage of company founder, Paul Fitzenrider. The company’s reputation for quality has since made it an area leader in refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, sheet metal fabrication and mechanical contracting. Superior service has always been its focus and will lead it to new levels of customer satisfaction in the years ahead.
Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing has been a family-owned business since 1956 and strives to give customers the best service possible. It is a dealer and carrier of HVAC products and gives free estimates on the comfort system that best suits you and your home. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing provides heating, AC, and air purification as well as bath remodels, water systems, tank and tank-less water heaters, and more.
3. Stark’s Plumbings & Heating Services Location: 02425 CR 12C, Bryan Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-636-3606 Stark’s Plumbing & Heating Services Inc. is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest level of quality service. The goal is to ensure that every customer is 100 percent satisfied with the willingness to recommend Stark’s Plumbing and Heating Services to family and friends.
3. United Heating & A/C Location: 19573 Bostater Road, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-428-2108 United Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing was established by Billy Henderson in 1985 and was known as Henderson Heating & Air. It started as a small company handling residential new construction and service work.
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rooFer 1. Tri-County Roofing Location: 13883 County Road 162, Paulding Phone: 419-399-3964 Tri-County Roofing and Home Improvement's goal is not just to meet, but rather exceed customer expectations. A few distinguishing characteristics it has built its reputation on are: hiring skilled craftsman, becoming the only GAF Master Elite contractor in the area by going through extensive training, delivering professional customer service, continuing to improve system efficiency, staying up to date on technologies and materials and utilizing feedback to consistently strive for excellence.
2. Richland Company Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 2200, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0141 Richland Company been providing professional roofing service in new construction, total roof replacement, repair, and maintenance for commercial, public and manufacturing buildings for more than 50 years. The only family-owned, full-service roofing company in the area, they expertly install shingles, slate, Spanish tile, builtup roofs, single-ply systems, modified, metal or virtually any other roofing system available.
3. Hoffman Builders Location: 659 Chinook Drive, Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-782-2033 Hoffman Builders has been family-owned and operated for more than 25 years. To better serve Defiance-area customers, it is a member of the Home Builders’ Association and the BBB. Working closely with you throughout the construction process, Hoffman Builders always strives to provide excellent customer service. Whether it’s home remodeling, an addition, or construction of a new home, let family-owned Hoffman Builders help your family make your dream home a reality!
These Tri-County Roofing employees will make sure that your roofing job is finished quickly and professionally. From left, are Joe Vielma, John Sisley, Mike Carter, Eric Fitch and Rob Ellis.
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Plumber 1. Joshua Plumbing LLC. Location: 253 Corwin St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.–noon Phone: 419-782-1320 At Joshua Plumbing the focus is on service and not sales. Joshua Plumbing LLC. is in business to provide customers with service on a variety of plumbing issues such as sewer and drain cleaning, water line repair and replacement and fixture installation as well as minor plumbing repairs. Joshua Plumbing can stop a running toilet or run a camera through a sewer line. It is there to help you and also can provide state certified back flow inspection.
2. Mast Plumbing Company, Ltd. Location: 416 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon. Phone: 419-782-5416 At Mast Plumbing, Dave and Sean rely on fair prices and quality workmanship to satisfy customers, new and old. They have customers that have been with them for more than 30 years. They also offer complete plumbing repair and replacement, water heaters, and sewer and drain cleaning. Mast Plumbing Company, Ltd. is fully insured and state licensed in plumbing and boiler replacement and repair (state ID # 24479).
3. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing Location: 1801 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4891 Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing has been a family-owned business since 1956 and strives to give customers the best service possible. It is a dealer and carrier of HVAC products and gives free estimates on the comfort system that best suits you and your home. Morris Heating, AC & Plumbing provides heating, AC, and air purification as well as bath remodels, water systems, tank and tank-less water heaters and more.
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TO ALL OUR sUppORTeRs We are humbled that you took the time to vote for us. God, family, and a hard work ethic have earned us the strong reputation for high standards and quality service that we strive to achieve.
Brian Hoffman of Joshua Plumbing is working on a pipe outside of a home just off South Clinton Street.
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Windows / Doors 1. Seigman's Siding and Window Specialists Location: Defiance/Ayersville Hours: Phone: 419-395-1150 “Where customers send their friends.” That’s where Seigman's Siding and Window Specialists owe much of its success. Old fashioned workmanship is its goal. It approaches each job with that customer’s needs in mind and gives them results to be proud of. God, family and a hard work ethic have earned it the strong reputation for high standards and quality service that it strives for. Seigman's Siding and Window Specialists are truly blessed to be awarded the trust and confidence of its customers.
2. Dilly Door Company Location: 1640 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1181 It installs quality products from Seaway and Polaris. Its installers have all been installing for 15 plus years. It takes pride in giving its customers a quality product for a good price.
3. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 Lowe’s has been helping its customers improve the places they call home for more than 60 years. Founded in 1946, Lowe’s has grown from a small hardware store to the second-largest home improvement retailer worldwide.
Kevin Doenges is shown working on a window at a project house that Seigmen's Siding and Window is redoing for a customer.
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Body sHop 1. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. Location: 20502 County Road 424 West, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-784-4808 Receiving this honor every year is proof that it has happy and satisfied customers. Its first priority is to go the extra mile with every repair and exceed every expectation of quality workmanship. Making that happen is a team of professionals, each one an asset to the company. But, its greatest assets are all the friends that walk through its front door every allowing it serve them and the community.
2. Batt & Stevens Body Shop Location: 07959 Independence Road, Defiance (Jewell) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday by appointment only. Phone: 419-497-3111 Batt & Stevens has been in business for more than 25 years. It specializes in complete auto body repair and painting for all makes and models. Its technicians are ASE certified with all work being guaranteed. Batt & Stevens has earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Stop in for a free estimate today with no appointment necessary. Come in with confidence and drive out with satisfaction.
3. Estle Chevrolet Collision Center Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-8015 Estle Chevrolet Collision Center’s commitment to complete customer satisfaction is evident during every phase of the repair process. The center is top-notch at repairing all makes and models, but if you drive a GM vehicle, Estle is the choice for you! Estle’s GM and ASE trained technicians use original parts to get your vehicle back to showroom condition.
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WHY TRUST ANYONE ELSE FOR YOUR BODY SHOP NEEDS? • We have GM & ASE Trained Technicians ready to get your car back to showroom condition • We use OE parts when available • Our waterborne paint is environmentally friendly • We’re experts at Insurance Claim Handling
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Auto service center 1. Nelson and Bob’s Tireman Location: 1723 Upton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8821 Nelson & Bob’s Tiremans’ highest priority is serving its customers. The staff there is 100% committed to its valued customers and strives to make every part of a Tireman experience as hassle free and pleasant as possible.
2. Integrity Defiance Auto Body Inc. Location: 20502 County Road 424 West, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. - Noon Phone: 419-784-4808 To put it plain and simple, Integrity Auto Body doesn’t rip off their customers. When you are quoted a price for repair, that is the price you will pay. There are no hidden fees and no surprise charges for extra parts when you see the final bill. Their team communicates all replacement parts and repair procedures needed to make your vehicle safe and operating properly. Your car is as important to them as their own.
3. Estle Service Center Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.- noon. Phone: 419-782-8015 Customer satisfaction is always Estle’s first priority. It continues to make your experience an excellent one by providing superior service at competitive prices. The Estle Service Center will match all competitor’s tire quotes and strives to be the best service department in the area.
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Rick Jones of Nelson & Bob’s Tireman is working on a customer's tire. Rick and many other employees will provide a hassle free experience.
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new cAr deALersHip 1. Estle Chevrolet Cadillac Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Thursday 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8015 Estle Chevrolet Cadillac is a brand new, state of the art dealership that is building on a 30-year history. The staff at Estle works daily to create a new dealership, one satisfied customer at a time. From top quality service, body shop and parts, to new and used vehicle sales, the staff is there to serve you, their valued customers.
2. Stykemain Buick GMC Location: 25124 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: Mon,Thu, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Tues, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Wed, Fri, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5252 For four generations, the Stykemain family has been selling and servicing vehicles in Defiance and the surrounding areas. They take pride in treating each customer as part of their family and strive to meet each of their individual needs. They want to thank all of their customers for allowing them the opportunity to be selected for this award. The dealership looks forward to working with you while meeting your future transportation needs.
3. Mark Moats Ford Location: 20793 County Road 424, Defiance Hours: Sales: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Service: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon. Phone: 419-784-5444 Serving the Defiance County area since 1916, Mark Moats Ford provides superior customer service and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere for your car shopping experience. Please stop out to visit the remodeled Kent Hoffman (left) and Bob Gutman are shown with one of the many new cars on Estle’s lot. dealership and enjoy the new drive-in service area. The staff at Mark Moats Ford looks forward to seeing you soon and thanks you for continued support. Estle Chevrolet Cadillac offers many great new and used cars.
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Kent Hoffman (left) and Bob Gutman are shown with one of Estle’s many used cars. Estle Chevrolet Cadillac offers many new and used cars with great customer service.
1. Estle Chevrolet Cadillac Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Thursday, 8:30 a.m - 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30 a.m- 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m -3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8015 Estle Chevrolet Cadillac is a brand new, state-of-the-art dealership that is building on a 30-year history. The staff at Estle works daily to create a new dealership one satisfied customer at a time. From top quality service, body shop and parts, to new and used vehicle sales, the staff is there to serve you, their valued customers.
Thank You for your patronage!
2. Stykemain Buick GMC Location: 25124 Elliott Road., Defiance Hours: Monday,Thursday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Tuesday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5252 For four generations, the Stykemain family has been selling and servicing vehicles in Defiance and the surrounding areas. They take pride in treating each customer as part of their family and strive to meet each of their individual needs. They want to thank all of their customers for allowing them the opportunity to be selected for this award. The dealership looks forward to working with you while meeting your future transportation needs.
3. Integrity Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Location: 20390 County Road 424, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7373 More than 300 used vehicles are available from the Integrity Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram big auto mall dealership. According to Auto Trader, Integrity Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram has the number one selection in northwest Ohio of unique and desirable pre-owned vehicles. Its commitment is to provide top-notch service and to find you the right vehicle that exceeds your expectations. You are the reason Integrity Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram is in business.
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pet grooming 1. Just Dogs Grooming Salon Location: 131 E. Broadway Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7739
Kristi’s Kanine Kuts has been serving the Defiance area since 1997. The staff believes in improving its grooming salon, equipment, and products to keep up with the changing needs of your pet.
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At Just Dogs Grooming Salon, each and every client is pampered with lots of T.L.C. Whether a dog needs a full day at the spa, or just needs care for its toenails, the staff does its very best to treat each client’s special needs! The salon also has a variety of medicated baths and re-moisturizing treatments just for dogs.
2. Kristi’s Kanine Kuts Location: 23257 Watson Road, Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-393-2229
Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0046 The Pet Supplies Plus Groom Room offers professional grooming at a reasonable price. It has seasonal specials and a wide selection of optional service. It also has a talented grooming staff that can offer a wide array of cuts and trims for dogs and cats. Appointments are available today! Don’t forget about the self-serve dog wash where pet parents can wash their dogs themselves, for a flat rate.
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Carol Leach and Brenda Sanchez are shown grooming Emmitt at Just for Dogs Grooming Salon.
3. Bryan Area Animal Hospital Location: 12771 Ohio 34, Bryan Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-636-3848
Location: 1730 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595
They want you to visit us and let them show you how they can make your pet comfortable and care for your baby as much as you do. They truly take pride in providing up to date and thorough health care for your furry family members. Give them a call today to schedule an appointment at 419-636-5081. The staff is always looking forward to seeing new clients and pets as well as familiar faces.
The staff at Bryan Animal Hospital love their jobs.
The Defiance Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility staffed by a family of professional and courteous doctors, technicians, and assistants. It is committed to providing personal and compassionate service with each and every visit. It takes pride in knowing its patients and strives to form a partnership with them regarding their pets’ health care.
2. Defiance Area Animal Hospital Location: 08757 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday, Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0166 Defiance Area Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Defiance. The
Michelle, Defiance Veterinary Clinic’s receptionist, is weighing Liberty prior to her annual physical exam. professional and courteous staff at Defiance Area Animal Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for its highly-valued patients. The facility is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for its clients. Defiance Area Animal Hospital strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Defiance and surrounding areas.
We would like to thank our clients for their loyalty and for voting us Best in the Region for 2014!
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We would like to thank our clients for voting us “Best Pet Groomer”! 131 Broadway Defiance, OH 43512
419-782-7739 Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 5 pm
I would like to thank the staff for your dedication and hard work! Brenda
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AnimAL BoArding / sitting 1. Kountry 2. Defiance Kennel Bed Vet. Clinic Location: 1730 S. Jefferson & Biscuit Ave., Defiance Location: 17418 Harris Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Phone: 419-395-2571
Siberian Husky Zoey is shown playing with Brittney Kelm at Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit.
Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit is a family-owned and operated business where pets and their owners are not just its customers but part of the Kountry Kennel family. The business provides guests a variety of spacious and comfortable climate-controlled accommodations and large secure outside play areas. At Kountry Kennel your pets’ comfort and care are the number one priorities. Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit is “a vacation getaway for your pet!”
Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595
The Defiance Veterinary Clinic offers boarding for cats, dogs, birds and other small mammals. Its professional and friendly staff understands that each pet is unique and makes every effort to ensure that your pet is as comfortable as possible during his or her stay. They care for your pets just like its own and give each pet individualized attention at no extra cost. Check out its Facebook page to see some of their recent guests!
3. Julias Pet & House Sitting Location: 19445 Powers Road, Defiance Phone: 419-439-2151 Julia’s Pet Sitting is a desirable alternative to having your pet placed in a kennel, because the pet is able to remain in a safe and familiar environment while you are away. Your pets can stay home and enjoy their usual routine making it easier for them to endure your absence. People who are working longer hours, traveling for work or vacationing know pet sitting gives them assurance that someone is checking on their home and providing companionship for their pets. Julia’s Pet and House sitting is insured, bonded and a member of Pet Sitters Associates, LLC.
3. Pampered Pets Bed & Biscuit Location: 655 American Way, Napoleon Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Phone: 419-592-7387 Whether your pet likes to romp and play, or simply relax and be pampered, you can rest assured that your dog or cat (or both!) will enjoy a vacation at Pampered Pets Bed and Breakfast. The trained, dedicated staff looks forward to pampering your pet with plenty of one-on-one attention. Why Pampered Pets Bread and Breakfast? It has a modern pet care complex with skylights for natural light, comfortable and safe suites for both canines and felines and plenty of amenities. It also provides fun activities and pet care packages for every budget. A veterinarian is on-call 24 hours a day and the business proudly serves multiple locations including Napoleon and Fort Wayne.
pet suppLies 1. Pet Supplies Plus Thank you Crescent-news Readers! To all our four-legged friends and their families- thank you for voting kountry kennel Bed and Biscuit your #1 rated Pet kennel/Sitter in the six county area. We greatly appreciate your loyalty and support. From The STaFF aT KounTry Kennel Bed and BiScuiT Sharon & Ron Wellman-Owners/Managers Tyler Ferland-Kennel Assistant
Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit "A vacation getaway for your pet"
Planning a fall Getaway? Call Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit at 419-395-2571 to book your pet’s reservation today! Does your pet need a vacation during the holiday season? We are currently accepting reservations for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
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Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0046 At Pet Supplies Plus, the staff tries to help owners make the best choices for their pet. They assist with choices like choosing a healthy diet, picking the best toy or treat or deciding the best environment. Pet Supplies Plus also offers a wide selection of natural dog and cat foods as well as anything else a pet may need.
2. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809
handle its business based on the simple philosophy that led Hendrik Meijer to start the business in the first place: “...take care of your customers, team members, and community... and all of those will take care of you, just like a family.” Having been familyowned for more than 80 years, Meijer is as much about family as it is about business.
3. WalMart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390 WalMart tries its best to carry the products for its customers at a great price. it tries its best to make sure its customers come back to its store for its products to save money to live better in these times. Thanks for shopping at WalMart.
With more than 200 stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky, the company continues to
Thank You for your Vote! 1804 N. Clinton St. Defiance, OH 43512
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To Our Valued Customers
Thanks for the vote of confidence. It has been our pleasure serving you!
“C” Stephens Inc. 311 E. Second St., Defiance • 419-782-7741 HOURS: Mon., 9am - 8pm; Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9am - 6pm; Sat. 9am - 3pm 36 - 2014 Readers' Choice
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Appliance Store 1. “C” Stephens, Inc. Location: 311 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7741 “C” Stephens is a locally-owned family business serving the Defiance area since 1946. Its customers have come to appreciate the quality products, great prices and exceptional customer service offered by “C” Stephens. For all of your appliance needs, stop at “C” Stephens.
2. Lowe’s Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9000 Lowe’s has everything you need in home appliances. Shop its selection of brand name products for ranges, ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, microwaves, small appliances, vacuums, and more. The store’s appliance buying guides make it easy to choose the best appliances to fit your lifestyle.
3. Sears Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Phone: 419-783-2900 Sears has become a favorite place for appliances because of its awesome customer service, friendly associates, frequent promotions, and convenient location. Sears is the local only company to carry all top 10 brands, including its top brand, Mary Jackson (left) and Deborah Flores stand in the show room at "C" Stephens. Kenmore. It also has a great service team, outstanding delivery team, and industry-leading product protection agreements. They offer many appliances for their customers. Stop in at Sears, and shop the appliance department.
Clothing 1. Kohl’s Location: 08683 Ohio North, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518 Kohl’s continues to drive its business by delivering the best quality for the best price. It is continually striving to give customers a great shopping experience by giving them great availability of items and great customer service.
2. JCPenney Location: In the Northtowne Mall, 1500 N.Clinton St. Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3100 Child ext. 292, Men’s 336, Women’s 330 More than a century ago, James Cash Penney founded his company as an active and responsible member of the community and earned a special place in the hearts of American families. Today, as JCPenney invests in the future of its business, it is committed to building on a proud legacy of responsible corporate citizenship by advancing social, environmental and ethical standards across its operations. At JCPenney, associates are working to integrate sustainability into everything from their global supply chain to the environmental impact of their stores.
3. Elder-Beerman
3. Maurice’s
Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sunday, noon – 5 p.m. Phone: (419) 784-4000. Elder-Beerman customers are always commenting about the terrific men’s selection at its store and how organized and easy it is to shop. Elder-Beerman has a great assortment of men’s suit separates, dress shirts and pants from brands such as Calvin Klein, Dockers and Kenneth Roberts. Its customers also shop the store for exclusive private brands like John Bartlett, Ruff Hewn and the newest addition, Mambo, which is targeted to a younger, more casual consumer.
Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 p.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, Noon - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8145 Maurice’s is a subsidiary of Ascena Retail Group, Inc. which includes Maurice’s, Catherine’s, Dressbarn, Justice, and Lane Bryant. Maurice’s is the fashion store for women that embrace who they are and want to express their unique style. The store offers real style for real lives, in sizes 1-24. Maurice’s currently operates 900 stores in 46 states and Canada.
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Jeannie Stork (left) and Nancy Jackson show a display of clothes at Kohl’s. Kohl’s was selected as the best clothing store in the region.
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computer store 1. Solid Rock Computers
2. Office Max
Location: 522 Clinton St., Defiance; 818 Perry St., Napoleon Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6151; 419-592-2600
Location: 135 Stadium Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4300
Solid Rock Computers continually strives to exceed customer expectations and the votes show it! Serving Northwest Ohio for more than 16 years with honesty and integrity, it is constantly growing. Between both locations, it has 11 technicians with more than 80 years of combined experience. Solid Rock Computers service all makes and models for more than 11,000 customers and 400+ business clients.
Office Max associates are committed to providing every computer customer with a complete, individual solution to fit their needs - backed by quality service and support.
3. WalMart Location: 1804 N Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390 WalMart tries its best to carry the products for its customers at a great price. it tries its best to make sure its customers come back to its store for its products to save money to live better in these times. Thanks for shopping at WalMart.
3. Best Price Computers Location: 625 Fifth St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-439-3500 Best Price Computers is the oldest computer store in Defiance being open for 25 years and always putting the customer first.
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Ed Taft, Desmond Shepherd and Joe Gayer, are shown in the show room at Solid Rock Computers. Solid Rock offers service and sales for their customers.
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Flower Shop 1. Fancy Petals Florist Location: 301 Hopkins St. , Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4353
Gift Shop 1. Four All Seasons Location: 316 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4227
Fancy Petals Florist prides itself on customer service, contemporary designs, and beautiful gift items. It strives to consistently improve its designer’s education and customer service techniques. Give Fancy Petals a try for any of your floral or gift needs by calling 419-782-4353 or go online at FancyPetalsFlorist.com. Find out for yourself why Fancy Petals has been voted the #1 floral shop in the Defiance area.
Four All Seasons cherishes the friendships that have been established and looks forward to serving new customers in the future by creating a warm and friendly atmosphere for a relaxing shopping experience. It believes Defiance is the perfect example of small town America and encourages everyone to discover the magical shops within the downtown shopping district. Visit its website at www.shopfourallseasons.com
2. Kircher’s Flowers
2. Nest
Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5321
Location: 701 W First St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-438-8186
Kircher’s friendly customer service associates and artistic floral designers aim to make every customer’s flower Nest is your place for home decorations and gifts. At Nest, the staff provides unique, quality name accessories, buying experience simple and enjoyable. The staff at Kircher’s works hard at providing excellent customer and gifts in an environment that inspires creativity and a unique sense of style. service and the highest quality products in the area.
3. Kroger Location: 1880 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742
3. Kohl’s
Location: 08683 Ohio 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: 419-783-0518
Kohl’s has a wonderful range of gifts for all ages and events. It’s customers are able to find what they are Kroger has served Defiance’s east side and outlying areas for more than 30 years. With a grocery, bakery, looking for to meet the needs of that special person. floral shop, pharmacy, deli, and butcher shop, Kroger strives to provide quality, convenience and value to its customers. The philosophy of Kroger is that serving customers is a privilege and that superior value and service is paramount to customer satisfaction. You can find the right flowers for the right occasion at Kroger.
Four All Seasons' owner Connie Gruenhagen is shown in her shop on Clinton Street. Four All Seasons offers many different gifts for many occasions. We would like to thank -you for choosing Four All Seasons as your favorite Gift Shop. We look forward to serving you in the future by offering unique gifts and home accessories. Our customers are the best and we think of them as friends and family.
THANKS SO MUCH!
Vonda Tijerina of Fancy Petals Florist is shown with a display that was prepared for a customer.
visit our website www.shopfourallseasons.com or follow us on Facebook
Located in the Heart of Downtown Defiance
316 Clinton Street • 419-782-4227
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Furniture store 1. Ken’s Furniture Location: 1710 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6801 or toll free, 1-800-678-4838 Ken’s Furniture has established itself as one of the leading retailers of fine furniture in the region with its quality merchandise, friendly atmosphere and competitive pricing. Ken’s Furniture is also very communityminded supporting several charitable causes including The Furniture Bank and the House of Ruth. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Ken’s has served multiple generations of furniture shoppers and looks forward to continuing this tradition.
2. New To You Furniture Location: 408 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-6828 New To You Furniture is the only store in northwest Ohio to give trade-in dollars toward furniture purchase. It also pays cash for clean used furniture. New To You Furniture offers a large selection of quality, clean, preowned furniture with many unique items that will inspire your creativity. It is not just another store but a destination. Stop in and see for yourself what everyone is talking about.
3. King’s Sleep Shop and Home Furnishings Location: 102 E Jackson St., West Unity Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-924-2525 King’s Furniture and Bedding originally called “The Sleep Shop” had a modest start in 2000. The store carried mattresses along with bedroom furniture. Over the years it has expanded many times in the small town of West Unity, Ohio. It now carries a full assortment of furniture, bedding, accessories and area rugs. The year 2012 marked another milestone for the growing company when it opened a second location in Fremont, IN. Between the two locations it now has total selling space of more than 35,000 square feet. There is bound to be something that you’ll fall in love with!
3. Rupp Furniture Location: 203 N. Defiance St., Archbold; 205 S. Main St., Bryan Hours: Archbold: Monday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Defiance: Monday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phone: 419-446-2551 (Archbold) or 419-636-1121 (Bryan) It’s on sale when you are ready to buy! Shop locally at Rupp Furniture in Archbold and Bryan.The stores have more than 50,000 square feet of showroom in downtown Archbold, and more than 15,000 square feet in Bryan … making Rupp the largest furniture dealer in northwest Ohio! Rupp Furniture offers free delivery within 50 Miles with a $500 purchase and will ship anywhere. Call or email for pricing.
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Ken’s Furniture & MATTRESS CENTER
Steve Buchholz , Mike Shock and Laurie Zigler show a customer around the Ken’s showroom.
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Jewelry 1. Stambaugh Jewelers Location: 512 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4061 Stambaugh Jewelers is a third-generation independent jewelry store. Its clients enjoy the very best in diamond selection and engagement rings as well as classic and trendy fashion jewelry. With expert repairs onsite and custom design services, its friendly and knowledgeable staff creates a unique and fun jewelry buying experience. Let them show you why “No one does ‘I do’ like they do.”
2. Kohl’s Location: 08683 Ohio 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday- Saturday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518 Kohl’s has a beautiful selection of fine and costume jewelry. It is very proud of its inventory and always has someone available to assist customers with this very special purchase.
3. Samuels Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-4110 Samuel’s guiding principle is to treat those with whom they come in contact-customers, associates, shareholders, suppliers, and communities the same way they would expect to be treated in similar circumstances. It will deliver fully on its commitments by providing superior value through innovation, creativity, and personal attention, thus meeting or exceeding every customer’s expectations. It tries to provide everyone with opportunities for meaningful challenges, empowering them to achieve and be rewarded in Owner Scott Stambaugh shows Heather Moats jewelry designs. Stambaugh Jewelers is the an atmosphere of total trust and respect, thus becoming a model for teamwork and open communications one stop shop for jewelry in the region. throughout the Samuel organization.
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toy store 1. WalMart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Phone: 419-784-2390 WalMart wants its customers to know that it appreciates their business and that it sets the expectations for the store. It expects a clean store, friendly service and the toys they want, at competitive prices. Walmart prides itself on meeting and exceeding those expectations. It values customers’ time and understand that keeping up on current trends and having great items in stock is important to them.
2. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 Meijer offers a huge selection of great toys for all ages at low prices. The staff works hard to bring you the most popular toys with a wide selection that will make the entire family happy. So visit Meijer for all your toy needs and a Meijer team member will be ready to help you with fast, friendly service.
3. Dollar Tree Location: 1500 North Clinton St, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 419-784-4936 Dollar Tree has worked hard to create an environment where shopping is fun and exciting... a place where its customers can discover new treasures every week... a store where entire families can enjoy hunting for that special something. Customers can also shop online for larger quantities of the same items you would find in its stores. Everything you need for every day, every holiday, every occasion... and every single item is only $1 (or less)!
3. Toys “R” Us Location: Lima, Toledo, Fort Wayne Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: Toys “R” Us is the world’s leading dedicated toy and juvenile products retailer with 874 stores in the United States and 660 more in other countries. It provides shoppers in its stores and on its websites with a broad selection of distinctive and extraordinary toys. In addition, it exclusively operates the legendary FAO Schwartz® Brand and its flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New York City.
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WalMart'sToy department is fully stocked with every toy a child might dream about. The Defiance store has toys to meet every child's dreams. Here, managers Quinton Stechschulte (left), Olivia D'Ambrosia and Renee Sampson check a display.
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Bar/Tavern 1. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 A friendly corner tavern for over 85 years is the best way to describe Kissner’s. Whether it’s after a ball game or before prom, Kissner’s is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that offers a large variety of food and spirits. The original decor adds to the overall experience of time honored service to the customer.
2. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11a.m.-10p.m., Friday-Saturday: 11a.m.-1a.m. Phone: 419-956-0925 Jerseys, your hometown Gameday Grill, is a unique place to hang out with your friends or enjoy dinner with your family. It offers a variety of food such as wings, pizza, subs, burgers and appetizers. Also, don’t forget the kids items! Join Jerseys for its weekday lunch specials, dine in with quick service or call for carry-out. For all you sports fans, enjoy watching your favorite team on one of its 28 TV screens, and enjoy listening at your very own table with one of the Sounddog speaker boxes. Thank you for all your support. Stop standing on the sidelines and get in the GAME at Jersey’s Gameday Grill. Owner Karl Kissner is shown behind the bar making a drink for a customer. The tavern has always been a staple in Defiance as a meeting place for family and friends.
Place For Live Music 1. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Every Saturday night. Phone: 419-785-4434 Overlooking the beautiful 18th hole at Eagle Rock Golf Club, Sweetwater Chophouse is the place to be before and after your round of golf, or just to enjoy a beautiful setting for drinks or a meal with friends. Every Saturday night all summer, come party on the patio, 8 p.m. - midnight, with great area bands playing your favorite music, along with fantastic food and drink specials! Grab a cocktail or your favorite summer drink at our brand new “Tiki Bar” on the patio.
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Many popular bands play on weekends at Sweetwater Chophouse where good drink, good food and good fun have become synonymous.
Location: 711 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1761 The main floor hall offers seating for 385 people, public address system, flat screen with DVD and VCR for both audio and visual needs. Extra features include a complete wet bar and service, podium, kitchen service window and large A.D.A. restrooms. The subtle wall coverings enhance any decorations or motif. Hall rental is $600. All hall rentals require a surety deposit of $200 which will be refunded upon completion of your event.
2. Ryno's Downtown Bar & Grill Location: 501 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Tuesday-Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - ? Phone: 419-782-6669
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For keeping kissner’s at the top of your list. - karl kissner I credit my staff for all their hardwork!
Banquet Rooms noW Handicap accessiBle Check us out online at: www.kissnersrestaurant.com
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Downtown Defiance, OH Open 5:30 am – 1:00 am
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Jerseys bar is shown above and offers customers a great place to view a game on one of their 28 TVs while enjoying enjoy great food and drinks.
1. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 11a.m.-10p.m., Friday - Saturday, 11a.m.-1a.m. Phone: 419-956-0925 Jerseys, your hometown Gameday Grill, is a unique place to hang out with your friends or enjoy dinner with your family. It offers a variety of food such as wings, pizza, subs, burgers and appetizers. Also, don’t forget the kids items! Join Jerseys for its weekday lunch specials, dine in with quick service or call for carry-out. For all you sports fans, enjoy watching your favorite team on one of its 28 TV screens, and enjoy listening at your very own table with one of the Sounddog speaker boxes. Thank you for all your support. Stop standing on the sidelines and get in the GAME at Jersey’s Gameday Grill.
2. Buffalo Wild Wings Location: 1120 Hotel Drive, Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 a.m.-12 a.m., Friday - Saturday 11 a.m.- 1 midnight Phone: 419-784-9464 The Buffalo Wild Wings team strives to deliver the highest quality food and service to its guests. Be their guest and enjoy the great limited time menu items, happy hour specials and takeout along with wings, beer, and sports.
3. Frickers Location: 1005 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.- 2:30 a.m. Phone: 419-782-9464
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goLF course 1. Eagle Rock Golf Club Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance Hours: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily Phone: 419-782-2101
2. Auglaize Golf Club Location: 19062 Ohio 111, Defiance Hours: Dawn to dusk, weather permitting Phone: 419-393-2211
Eagle Rock Golf Club is an exceptional public golf course offering a unique and enjoyable golf experience with friendly and expert service. The vision is to provide the opportunity for everyone to enjoy the game of golf at the most beautiful course in northwest Ohio. Eagle Rock Golf Club has had a busy and exciting 2014 season and its staff is grateful for all of the encouragement they’ve received. it is growing quickly and looks forward to being the reader’s #1 golf club choice again in 2015.
Customer service is Auglaize Golf Club’s number one goal. The course is proud to be voted as one of the best conditioned courses in the area.
3. St. Mike’s Golf Course Location: 26298 Mekus Road, Defiance, Hours: Sunday - Saturday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone: 419-497-4675 St. Mike’s is a public golf course that offers an enjoyable 18 holes and reasonable prices as well as full banquet facilities.
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Martha Mallott is giving a private lesson on the practice green at Eagle Rock Golf Club. Eagle Rock offers a beautiful 18-hole golf course as well as private and group lessons.
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Bowling Alley 1. Defiance Recreation Location: 1923 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Summer: Sunday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-midnight Winter: Sunday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-midnight; Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.- 2:30 a.m. Phone: 419-784-3666 Coletta Sheets believes her bowling establishment was voted number one because of the friendly, familyoriented atmosphere and her friendly employees. They thrive to keep customers happy and coming back. They also strive to keep their bowling machines running smoothly and with less breakdowns, which in turn, keeps leagues running smoothly. It is reasonably priced. Defiance Recreation also has a snack bar, cocktail lounge and pool table to accommodate everyone, young and old.
2. C&H Lanes Location: 1942 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, 5:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. -11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0881 C&H Lanes leagues and open bowling have increased tremendously this year because they try to give their customers what they want. They have men’s and women’s leagues (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday), Friday night is cosmic bowling and they focus hard on family fun. They have youth programs on Saturday mornings for ages 3-19 years old. They also specialize in holding events including birthday parties, fun raisers and benefits. If you name it, they will try it. Their motto is good bowling+good friends+good food=great time. Dan’s Pro Shop can drill new or used equipment and can also order anything and everything within a day or two.
3. Hanes Lanes Location: 120 W. Jackson St., Paulding Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, Noon-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-midnight Phone: 419-399-4022 Hanes Lanes offers rentals for the entire facility and lane rentals. It is also handicap accessible, including wheelchair ramps and ball ramps. School kids are invited every Friday throughout the school year for bowling. If you think you can improve their bowling alley the staff at Hanes Lanes is open to suggestions and change. People love that it is clean and a great place for a party.
Coletta Sheets stands next to the brand new scoring system that has been installed at Defiance Recreation.
Reception Hall 1. Knights of Columbus Hall Location: 111 Elliott Road., Defiance Hours: Phone: 419-782-3536 Rental Info: 419-395-1047 The K of C Hall, located at 111 Elliott Road has a large paved parking lot, is conveniently located across the street from four lodging sites, within walking distance of restaurants and grocery stores and is air conditioned. The spacious hall, which is on the ground floor, making for easy accessibility, will accommodate over 500 guests. The hall has a drive up car port for inclement weather and also has a large kitchen and walk in cooler for use by rental parties. This rental facility have 42 round tables and 70 plus rectangular tables available for use to accommodate most any function whether it be a banquet, wedding or any other type function.
2. Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 Location: 711 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1761 The Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 reception hall can accommodate 500 people and is handicap accessible. It has options for long and round tables, as well as a widescreen television, DVD player and video player to suit your rental needs. Call 419-782-1761 to schedule an appointment with the club manager to book your date.
3. UAW Local 211 Location: 2120 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: 419-784-5399 The K of C Hall in Defiance is a popular reception hall for weddings, dinners and other events. The UAW Local 211 facility holds 450 people, and has a full kitchen for guests to use. Wedding receptions, The facility can seat more than 500 and is conveniently located at 111 Elliott Road near graduation parties, reunions, anniversary parties, benefits, and more can all be held there! The hall also has a stage for Deejays or bands. There are trustees on call 24 hours a day if they are needed. overnight lodging and Defiance's busy North Clinton St. area.
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sociAL / service cLuB 1. Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 Location: 711 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1761 Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 has a spacious social room to accommodate its large membership. Its a very friendly club, with daily lunch specials and a regular menu for its members and the public. Come join them!
2. VFW Post 3360
Stick McBroom and Perry Leonard are served at Eagles Aerie 372 by bartender Tony Behringer.
Location: 201 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Wednesday, 7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.; Thursday - Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2756 As a veterans organization, it strives to make the post a friendly place to come into and enjoy good friends and comradeship or a place to talk to someone who has been “there”. Bring the family and enjoy some good food. It has lunch specials every day.
3. Defiance Lions Club Location: PO Box 833., Defiance Hours: 12:00-1:00 p.m from September- May on the first and thrid Thursday of each month, From June-August we meet only on the third Thursday of each month. Phone: Chartered in January 1941, the Defiance Lions Club boasts 32 members. The main charitable cause of the Lions Club is Sight Conservation, through which numerous people have been financially assisted in receiving eye care services and materials. The assistance is often crucial in order to allow people to return to or find work which otherwise may not have been an option for them. Key annual events include the Halloween Parade, Turkey Trot, and Auction/Raffle.
Thank You for voting us one of your favorite social clubs Hall Rentals Available for Weddings and Other Events Call for more information
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VFW Post 3360 • 201 Clinton st. • Downtown Defiance The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
“People Helping People” The Fraternal Order of Eagles upholds and nourishes the values of home, family, and community that are so necessary and it seems, so often ignored and trampled in today’s society.
If you are interested in joining or would like to reserve a reception hall please call...
Defiance Eagles 419-782-1761
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Thank you for recognizing our Committment to Community Our team is proud to lead and support various community activities, organizations and boards throughout our region. Among them are:
American Cancer Society American Red Cross Ayersville Athletic Boosters Ayersville Education Foundation Bryan Area Chamber of Commerce Board Bryan Rotary Club Children’s Liturgy of the Word at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Continental Elementary School PTO Continental Schools T-Ball Association Defiance Area Chamber of Commerce Board Defiance Area Foundation Donor Developement Committee Defiance Area Foundation Defiance Area YMCA Board Defiance Area YMCA Festival of Trees Committee Defiance City Council Defiance City Cultural Commission Defiance City School Board Defiance City School Levy Committee Defiance College Board of Trustees Defiance College Community Bible School Defiance College Purple and Gold Board Defiance Community Improvement Corporation Board Defiance Development and Visitors Bureau Board Defiance Lions Club Defiance Optimist Club Defiance Rotary Club Defiance Softball Association Delta Eagles Auxillary Friends of the Defiance Public Library Art in the Park Committee Great Northern Sportsmans Club Board Holgate Board Of Education Holy Cross Catholic School Advisory Council
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Junior Achievement Defiance Junior Achievement Wauseon Kiwanis of Paulding County Montpelier Rotary Club MS Society New Home Development Advisory Committee Next Generation Defiance Northwest Ohio Community Action Summer Lunch Program Northwest State Community College Board Ohio State Banking Commission Board One Step at a Time Out of the Darkness Paulding Chamber of Commerce Board Pioneer Chamber of Commerce Board ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital Board ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital Foundation Board ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital ProAm Committee ProMedica Fund Development Committee Relay For Life Sacred Heart Catholic Church Stateline Gem and Mineral Society Board Teach Children to Save Day Committee U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary United Way Allocations Committee United Way Board United Way Community Engagement Center United Way Day of Caring Wauseon Friends of Public Access Williams County Crime Stoppers Williams County Junior Achievement Board Member Women’s Giving Circle of Defiance County The Crescent-News - August 7, 2014
Company Community Involvement 1. The State Bank Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours: Main: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday. - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.noon; Northtowne: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Chief: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, noon - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 At State Bank, staff members care about making a difference in the communities they serve. Whether they are educating Colleen Wiseman (left) poses for a picture youth, making financial contributions or donating time, they with Hayleigh Torrez (right) at State Bank’s are investing resources to strengthen their communities; and Community Appreciation Day this past June. they are proud to have the opportunity to give back.
Customer Service 1. The State Bank Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours: Main: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday. - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.- noon; Northtowne: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Drivethru: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Chief: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, noon - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: State Bank was founded in 1902 and although banking products, services, technology and regulations have changed significantly since then, one constant remains; customers are its priority. State Bank wouldn’t exist without them so it strives every day to make banking a positive experience. Familiar faces, service that exceeds your expectations, unique solutions for your financial needs; this is what you will find at State Bank. The State Bank family is neighbors helping neighbors find solid direction for their financial decisions.
Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday-Saturday, 24 hours; Sunday, 6 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-782-9156
At First Federal Bank, associates see themselves as more than just a bank. They are passionate about serving customers and the community. Each of their offices strengthens its community by supporting local initiatives, events, and projects with both time and resources. First Federal Bank empowers its employees to care for the neighborhoods they call home. In fact, their motto is “Better Together,” and they truly believe in that philosophy. First Federal Bank believes the partnership between First Federal, its customers, and the community makes us all stronger. We really are better together!
Chief Supermarkets is deeply involved in the communities where its stores are located. The continued success of the company is linked to the vitality of the areas in which it operates. Chief wants the communities it serves to be the best they can be, for the benefit of their associates and customers. During the past four years, Chief has raised over $150,000 during Good Neighbor Day, an initiative to help feed the hungry and replenish area food pantries.
Location: 08683 State Route 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m-11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-0518 Kohl’s mission is to be the leading family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering quality exclusive and national brand merchandise to customers in an environment that is convenient, friendly, and exciting.
3. Shultz Huber & Associates Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 2000, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2000 At Shultz Huber & Associates Inc. client’s appreciate the personalized service of local offices combined with the depth of resources and knowledge available throughout the firm’s five locations and 45 employees. The focus is working with businesses and their owners to evaluate complex issues, develop practical solutions and improve financial performance. In addition to traditional accounting and tax engagements, Shultz Huber & Associates, Inc. offers specialized consulting services in the areas of business valuations, forensic accounting, QuickBooks, human resources and IT.
Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne Banking Center; Chief Banking Center Hours: Main: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday. - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.- noon; Northtowne: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Chief: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, noon - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950; Chief: 419-783-8915 State Bank strives to provide clean, well-maintained banking centers that offer their own unique history and welcoming hometown charm. Whether it is used as a gathering place to read the paper or hold meetings, a place to enjoy morning coffee while catching up with neighbors or a place to enjoy lunch and escape from the “everyday” in their courtyard, the staff hopes that customers feel welcome and at home.
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Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m-5 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626
2. Kohls
Business Appearance 1. The State Bank
The State Bank image reflects a clean and vibrant look. Last year State Bank released this new image and it has been well received by the community.
2. First Federal Bank 3. Chief Supermarket
Coletta Sheets (left) gives a pair of bowling shoes to Cyndi Ensign of State Bank. State Bank helped upgrade the automatic scorers this past year at Defiance Recreation.
2. First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m - 5 p.m.Saturday 8 a.m. - Noon Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 First Federal Bank is very diligent about the upkeep of their Corporate Office, Operations Center and branch locations. They have staff dedicated to the maintenance of those facilities and take great pride in what they do.
3. Cabin Fever Location: 312 Clinton St, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, open at 7 a.m. Phone: 419-782-5400 Cabin Fever loves its coffee, family and customers. The staff loves seeing you walk in the doors and allowing them to be part of your day! Cabin Fever exists to put a smile on your face and to serve an excellent gourmet drink. They love the fact that customers are comfortable meeting friends there for a perfect cup of coffee.
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Grocery 1. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday-Saturday 24 hours; Sunday 6 a.m. - Midnight Phone: 419-782-9156 Chief Supermarket is a local family-owned grocery store that has been a part of the Defiance community since 1951. Chief stands for honesty, fairness, and integrity. Customer service is still as much a focus today as it was in 1951. Chief believes in giving back and being involved in the community, while partnering with community groups to make Defiance a better place.
2. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance, Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 The Meijer grocery team works hard to give its customers a great shopping experience every time. The friendly team members are always willing to help find what customers are seeking. The store continues to offer many national brands as well as its own brands. Meijer’s competitive prices make it a local favorite year after year.
3. Kroger Location: 1880 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742 Kroger has served Defiance’s east side and outlying areas for more than 30 years. With a grocery, bakery, floral shop, pharmacy, deli, and butcher shop, Kroger strives to provide quality, convenience and value to its customers. The philosophy of Kroger is that serving customers is a privilege and that superior value and service is paramount to customer satisfaction.
Store Manager Stacey Butler (front) and Director of Marketing Annette Hoeffel examine some produce. Chief’s wide array of produce is one of many reasons why they were voted as best grocery store.
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For voting Chief the #1 Grocery Store 8 years in a row!
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Meat Counter 1. Jacob’s Meats Location: 08127 St.Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7831 Jacob’s Meats has been family-owned and operated for more than 60 years. Top quality meats and friendly professional services are what makes Jacob’s Meats the area’s favorite. Jacob’s features a full line of USDA choice beef, lean trim pork, Amish poultry, seafood and a large selection of frozen foods. A full deli line of fresh sliced meats, Holmes County cheeses, its own smoked meats, and the area’s finest homemade brats are also available. By the piece or the pound, you get only the best at Jacob’s Top Quality Meats.
2. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday-Saturday, 24 hours; Sunday, 6 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-782-9156 Since 1951, Chief’s professional meat cutters have possessed a wealth of information. They still grind and cut beef fresh throughout the day, hand wrap each cut, and will gladly cut your meat to order. The experience of Chief associates in the meat department, quality USDA Choice beef, all natural pork, freshly ground cuts and Miller’s All Natural Chicken are all reasons customers think of Chief Premium Quality Meats when shopping for fresh meat.
3. Fort Defiance Meats Location: 1214 S Clinton St., Defiance, OH 43512 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.- 2 p.m. Phone: 419-784-2982
Produce 1. Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: 24 hours / 7 days a week Phone: 419-783-2809 Meijer prides itself on having the freshest produce in town. They work closely with local farmers and distribution centers to offer customers the best product in town. The store continues to carry many varieties of fruits and vegetables that customers have come to expect. Its produce team works hard to offer a great shopping experience every time customers shop with Meijer.
2. Chief Supermarket
Plenty of produce selection at Meijer’s.
3. Kroger
Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday - Saturday, 24 hours; Sunday, 6 a.m.- midnight Phone: 419-782-9156
Location: 1880 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742
The produce at Chief Supermarket is the one of the best in the region for many reasons, including quality and variety. However, it goes deeper than that with a friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean stores and eye-catching merchandising. Chief’s Produce Adventure sales offer quality produce at insanely low prices. Customers will always find Chief’s produce departments clean with fresh products consistently available from which to choose.
Many people are unaware that Kroger has buying offices throughout the country. Kroger inspectors travel to the farms to carefully examine produce in the fields near your store. Look for locally-grown produce during your next visit.
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Phone: 419-782-7831 or Fax an order at: 419-782-8128 Food Stamps Welcome
Open Mon.-Fri. 7-5; Sat. 7 to Noon
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Breakfast 1. Bob Evans Location: 1835 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily Phone: 419-782-1350 Bob Evans is a great place for families of all ages to gather for a hearty meal. The restaurant is beautiful and accommodating for meetings or just a quick bite on your break! It has ample parking and a consistent menu with several delicious options that are sure to please any palate. The friendly staff knows many guests by name and provides a familiarity that makes people feel welcome and at home.
2. Defiance Pancake House Location: 2023 S. Jefferson Avenue Hours: Monday – Saturday 7 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone: 419-782- 1111 Customers, both new and old and loyal friends enjoy the Defiance Pancake House breakfast menu that’s available all day. It makes a point to cater to seniors and children with daily and weekly specials. The Defiance Pancake House staff looks forward to another year of enjoying their customers.
2. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Quality, service and large portions - these are just three of the many things that make Kissner’s special for breakfast. A nice selection of omelets and breakfast entrees plus a bottomless cup of fresh coffee makes Kissner’s a favorite place to start the day.
Kent and Judy VanWagner (sitting) are served by Heather Rodriguez a fresh batch of Bob Evan’s special Red, White and Blue pancakes.
Lunch 1. Bud’s Restaurant Location: 505 Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9101 Bud’s Restaurant stays with the old style comfort foods that are always favorites but Bud’s isn’t afraid to try new things and keep up with the current food trends. You never know what you may find on the “special” board, so stop in!
2. Breadstyx Bistro Location: 200 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m Phone: 419-782-5106 Breadstyx Bistro bakes its own bread (and lots of other stuff too!) and creates its own soups and salads because it makes a difference.
3. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Home cooking and fast service are what make Kissner’s lunch specials, special! Kissner’s uses a lot of Peg Kissner’s recipes for lunch plates and soups. Cooking from scratch is the best way. Kissner’s says its customers deserve the best.
The staff of Bud's Restaurant would like to say... THANK YOU to all of our customers who voted us one of the best for the st 7th year in a row!
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Mick Mack enjoys a delicious lunch at Bud’s. Bud’s offers a diverse selection of lunch options.
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BUD’S RESTAURANT Since 1939
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Appetizers 1. Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279 Applebee’s is the largest casual-dining chain in the world, drawing people of all ages and lifestyle with its fun, family-friendly atmosphere and signature bar and grill menu. Those looking for a great deal can find it with the 2 for $20 menu, $6.99 Lunch Combos and late night 1/2 Price Select Appetizers. If you’re in need of speed and convenience, you can always order delicious food online at order.applebees.com and pick it up with carside to-go service-where they deliver your hot food right to your car.
2. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Executive Chef Aaron Weible has created a unique and varied appetizer menu for Sweetwater Chophouse. There are 15 appetizers on its menu. Some of its guests’ favorites include Margherita Flatbread, Meteor Wings, Bacon-wrapped Scallops, Spicy Ginger Tuna Roll and Buffalo Turkey Dip. its appetizers can be a meal in themselves, or to share before one of the chef’s delicious entrees, sandwiches, or pasta dishes all created with the freshest local and seasonal ingredients.
3. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11p.m., Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-956-0925 Jerseys, your hometown Gameday Grill, is a unique place to hang out with your friends or enjoy dinner with your family. It offers a variety of food such as wings, pizza, subs, burgers and appetizers. Also, don’t forget the kids items! Join Jerseys for its weekday lunch specials, dine in with quick service or call for carry-out. For all you sports fans, enjoy watching your favorite team on one of its 28 TV screens, and enjoy listening at your very own table with one of the Sounddog speaker boxes. Thank you for all your support. Stop standing on the sidelines and get in the GAME at Jersey’s Gameday Grill.
Shelyce Brown and Thaddeus Seibert enjoy an order of pretzel sticks. Applebee’s offers a wide variety of appetizers.
Thank You
DEFIANCE AREA for your votes making us #1!
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FIRST PLACE for the six-county areas’
favorite sAlAD, appetizer + steak
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coFFee 1. BIGGBY Coffee Location: 720 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0266 Biggby coffee is a place for everyone, from coffee lovers to creme freeze drinkers. It strives to honor its operating philosophy by not just serving up a tasty drink, but by also serving it up with a smile. For Biggby staff members it’s not just about speedy service. It’s about getting to know customers and being involved in the community. At Biggby, they try to make customers welcome and to have the ultimate coffee house experience. Please stop by and try one of Biggby’s delicious beverages and say “Hi,” to is wonderful baristas.
2. Tim Hortons Location: 524 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 5 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday - Saturday, 5 a.m. - midnight Phone: 419-782-3500 Tim Hortons guiding mission is to deliver superior quality products and services for guests and communities through leadership, innovation and partnerships. Its vision is to be the quality leader in everything it does.
3. Cabin Fever Coffee Location: 312 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday open at 7 a.m. Phone: Downtown; 419-782-5400 Cabin Fever loves their coffee, family, and customers. They love seeing you walk in the doors and allowing them to be part of your day! Cabin Fever exists to put a smile on your face and to serve an excellent gourmet drink. They love the fact that customers are comfortable meeting friends there for a perfect cup of coffee.
Kayla Rowe mixes up a fresh cup of coffee. Biggby Coffee offers a plethora of coffees and pastries to kick start your morning.
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Dessert 1. Bud’s Restaurant Location: 505 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9101 Bud’s pie always speaks for itself. Whether it’s the fresh pie of the season-peach, strawberry or Ohio apple or the ever popular coconut, banana, chocolate, peanut butter, the list is vast and delicious. Don’t forget its homemade bread pudding. Bud’s has you covered!
2. A Little Slice of Heaven Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.–noon. Phone: 419-980-5250 A Little Slice of Heaven offers more than 50 flavors of cheesecake throughout the year, as well as chocolate covered-cherries, cinnamon rolls, buckeyes and turtles. Its flavors change from season to season and monthly. Once you taste the cheesecake, you will understand why it is named “A Little Slice of Heaven.”
3. Erics All American Ice Cream Location: 1830 E. Second St., 1225 S. Clinton St. and 1600 N. Clinton St., Defiance; and 1022 Center St., Bryan, OH Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 419-770-2422, 419-784-2422, 419-980-5923 What’s for dessert? Ice cream! Also, enjoy an angus steak burger, grilled sandwich, wrap, or baked ciabatta sandwich and enjoy one of our handcrafted ice creams for dessert. Eric’s has been a reader favorite for ice cream, eight straight years. Larry Max and Sue Mayer can not wait to dig in to some of Bud’s famous peach pie.
Bakery 1. Meek’s Pastry Shop Location: 315 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5 a.m.- 3 p.m. Phone: 419-782-4871 Fresh breads, yummy cakes, delicious cookies and fantastic donuts! The sights and smells of fresh baked delectable delights will make your mouth water as soon as you walk through the door. Meek’s is still family-owned and operated.
2. Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Monday-Saturday, 24 hours; Sunday, 6 a.m.-midnight. Phone: 419-782-9156 Chief Supermarket has a full-service bakery with all of your traditional favorites, from donuts to specially decorated cakes. The Chief bakery is best known for special recipe cookies made from scratch each day. Chief’s bakery associates are what make the Chief bakery a local favorite.
3. A Little Slice of Heaven Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: Wednesday - Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Phone: 419-980-5250. A Little Slice of Heaven offers more than 50 flavors of cheesecake throughout the year, as well as chocolate covered-cherries, cinnamon rolls, buckeyes and turtles. Its flavors change from season to season and monthly. Once you taste the cheesecake, you will understand why it is named “A Little Slice of Heaven.”
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Kay Gerber stops by for her daily morning coffee and delightful breakfast to start her morning at Meek’s.
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FAst Food 1. McDonald’s
HAmBurgers 1. Wendy’s
Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m.-midnight Phone: McDonald’s has a commitment to deliver only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. McDonald’s is always listening to customers and is dedicated to providing more delicious choices to feel good about in the coming months and years.
Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive-thru open untill 1 a.m. every day. Phone: 419-782-0603 Regina Kauffman (behind the counter) takes Jean Polhamus’ order for her supper.
2. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. ; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive-thru open until 1 a.m. every day. Phone: 419-782-0603 Dave Thomas made a promise to all of Wendy’s customers years ago. He promised we would deliver to each and every customer quick accurate friendly service, quality food, clean restaurants, and food safety. The staff tries to live up to those promises every day at Wendy’s of Defiance. They try to deliver a quality product each day and do so with a smile on their face. These are the reasons customers have selected Wendy’s as one of their favorite fast food restaurants.
3. Arby’s Location: 1502 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 9 a.m.-2 a.m.; Friday - Saturday 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Phone: 419-782-4499 Arby’s is the place for people hungering for a unique, better tasting alternative to traditional fast food. It’s the favorite place for people who crave something different and better. Serving one-of-a-kind menu items, Arby’s is well known for slow-roasted and freshly sliced roast beef sandwiches and famous Market Fresh® sandwiches, wraps and salads, made with wholesome ingredients and served with the convenience of a drive-thru.
Dave Thomas started Wendy’s with one main goal, to make the best hamburger in the business. Wendy’s motto is “Fresh Never Frozen.” All Wendy’s hamburgers are made with fresh ground beef. Hamburgers are made to order. Each customer receives a hot and juicy hamburger. These are the reasons people love Wendy’s Hamburgers.
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FrencH Fries 1. McDonald’s Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m.-12 a.m. Phone: McDonald’s fries’ distinctive taste is a result of its commitment to using only the highest quality ingredients. Its world famous fries are made from top-quality potatoes cooked in a canola blend cooking oil, which provides 0 grams of trans fat per serving.
2. Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Monday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. ; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Drive-thru open until 1 a.m. every day. Phone: 419-782-0603 Fries on the side! Nothing goes better with a hot ’n juicy hamburger or plump, juicy chicken fillet than Wendy’s piping-hot fries cooked to beautiful, golden-brown perfection.
3. Burger King Location: 1180 N. Clinton St., Defiance. Hours: 24 hours a day Phone: 419-782-0603 Burger King’s goal is to deliver exceptional customer service to each and every customer during each and every visit while serving hot and fresh food.
J.J. and Kristi Mansfield enjoy a delicious McDonald’s meal including their award-winning fries.
FisH 1. Captain D’s Seafood
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For choosing Captain D’s as the Best Fish of the Region eight years in a row!
Captain D’s Seafood offers a top quality seafood product that is made hot and fresh, by hand and made specially for its guests. Captain D’s, believes in friends serving friends great seafood every day.
2. Kissner’s Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Phone: 419-782-1116 Top quality, large servings and the alternative of grilled fish is what sets Kissner’s apart. The lightly hand breaded, fresh water walleye (pickerel) has been a customer favorite for many years.
Autumn Apleton (right) and Jackie Aldrish (left) holding a tray full of Captain D’s fish, shrimp, hush puppies, and other seafood.
3. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Sweetwater Chophouse is led under the culinary supervision of Chef Aaron Weible and bringing to northwest Ohio the opportunity to dine and relax in this trendy upbeat atmosphere as though you traveled to the big city. Not a reservation-based restaurant, although it does accept them for parties of six or more. You will find a great selection of fish and other delicious foods.
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ice creAm 1. Eric’s Ice Cream Location: 1830 E. Second St., 1225 S. Clinton St. and 1600 N. Clinton St., Defiance; and 1022 Center St. Bryan Hours: Monday - Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, noon - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-770-2422; 419-784-2422 A category winner for eight-straight years, Eric’s offers incredible, fresh ice creams, fantastically friendly service and a fun, summer atmosphere. Eric’s features both homemade hard ice creams and soft ice cream. It is “udderly” grateful for its huge fan base.
2. DQ Grill & Chill Location: 1036 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-784-3748 DQ has been a favorite since 1938. Premium DQ Soft Serve, which everyone loves, can be found in DQ Blizzard Treats, sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes, Moolattes, and more! DQ also has a new Orange Julius Premium Fruit Smoothie line that will knock your socks off! Locally owned and operated, they are sure to be your favorite! See you at DQ.
3. Dee & Gee’s Dairy Bar Location: 27951 Ayersville-Pleasant Bend Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 am-9:30 pm; Sunday, 2 pm - 9:30 pm Phone: 419-395-1922 Follow the main roads to downtown Ayersville and visit the one and only Dee & Gee’s Dairy Bar. It is a place where customers have become part of the Dee & Gee family. A family-owned and operated business for the Gracie (right) and and Zoe Gerber (left) enjoy some of their father Eric Gerber's ice cream. past 22 years, Dee & Gee’s is a gathering place for friends and families to relax and enjoy great ice cream. Eric’s is a recipient of the Best of the Region’s Best Ice Cream for the eighth-straight year.
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Asian Cuisine 1. China Garden Location: 109 George Isaac Blvd., Defiance Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. -9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-3888 It’s an honor to be recognized for the fourth year in a row for serving some of the best Chinese cuisine in the six surrounding counties. The China Garden staff appreciates all its business and looks forward to another amazing year.
2. Asian Grill Buffet 3. Hot Rice Location: 08959 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8988
Location: In the Northtowne Mall, Defiance. 1500 N. Clinton St. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 419-782-9838
Asian Grill Buffet restaurant features a variety of authentic Chinese cuisine on its sushi bar and hibachi grill. It offers fresh ingredients allowing Alex Li prepares a meal full of meats and vegetables to serve for lunch. China Garden has guests to prepare their own Chinese dish. Their buffet been selected for the best Asian cuisine for the fourth straight year. also offers prepared Chinese dishes.
Mexican Cuisine 1. Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant Location: 1048 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday.-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Phone: 419-782-7624 Casa Vieja Mexican Grill in Defiance, offers authentic Mexican cuisine with personal, group and business dining accommodations. It offers a richly varied menu of fresh, natural ingredients, wholesome sauces and a combination of flavorful spices that encourage a depth of flavor.
2. Dos Amigos
3. Taco Bell
Location: 1121 Harrison Ave., Defiance Hours: Mon - Thur, 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Fri & Sat, 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.; Sun, 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1962 Dos Amigos may be young but its popularity continues to grow. It was opened in 2013 and its growth is due in large part to its customers. Its wide variety of Mexican cuisine are one reason why customers continue to come back. With a friendly staff and good food, Dos Amigos is looking forward to the future.
Location: 1902 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 a.m.; Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 a.m. Phone: 419-784-0990 Taco Bell puts its customers front and center, delivering excellent customer service, innovative and delicious products and value. In 2013, Taco Bell ranked number 6 on the QSR 50 list, was named Ad Age “Marketer of the Year,” and reached Managers Rosario and Sergio Mata pose in front of Casa Vieja’s numerous Best of the Region over $1 billion in sales of Doritos Locos Tacos. “Live Mas” is awards. more than a company tagline; it’s a way of life at Taco Bell.
Buffet 1. Asian Grill Buffet Location: 08959 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 10:30 a.m.9:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone: 419-782-8988 The Asian Grill Buffet offers a variety of Chinese, Japanese and American cuisine. Its food is always fresh and carefully prepared. It is an ‘all you can eat’ buffet. They have two party rooms available for any get together, at no cost to customers.
Meliza Cirrus stirs the potatoes to keep them fresh for the eager customers at Asian Grill Buffet.
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2. Sweetwater Chophouse
3. Frisch’s Big Boy
Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Its Sunday brunch buffet is your best choice for a varied and extraordinary selection of delicious breakfast and lunch dishes. Experience a beautiful view of Eagle Rock Golf Club while enjoying Chef Aaron’s combination of both traditional and unique buffet items, such as biscuits and gravy, Belgian waffles, chianti-braised beef, house-made soup of the day and sweets prepared by the Eagle Rock pastry chef.
Location: 1830 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 7 days a week 7 a.m.-11 p.m. (Dine-in, carry out, or drive through) Phone: 419-784-3421 The secret to preparing and maintaining an outstanding weekend breakfast buffet and a fantastic soup, salad, and fruit bar is an extraordinary team of committed managers and employees. What makes Frisch’s food so delicious and different is that it makes so much from scratch, with carefully sourced ingredients. Weekends until 1:30 p.m., an array of hot and fresh breakfast favorites can be found at Frisch’s Breakfast and Fruit Bar. Quality product and seasonal rotation of bar selections ensure that Frisch’s breakfast buffet and soup, salad and fruit bar remain top-of-mind amongst northwest Ohio diners. Frisch’s Big Boy - What’s Your Favorite Thing?
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pizzA 1. Lefty’s Pizza
3. Marco’s Pizza
Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0789
Location: 623 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Tuesday, 3 p.m.-midnight; WednesdayThursday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Special hours for party orders and business lunches are available. Contact store manager for your request. Phone: 419-784-1555
Lefty’s is dedicated to providing customers friendly and courteous service and the best tasting pizza, using only the best ingredients; no imitations. The Lefty’s staff continually does its best to make each dining experience with them a memorable one. This is what makes Lefty’s a reader favorite again this year.
Headquartered in Toledo, Marco’s Pizza is the fastest-growing pizza company in the U.S. (based on the number of stores signed into development since 2007). Marco’s was founded by native Italian, Pasquale “Pat” Giammarco, and is committed to making Authentic Italian pizza with fresh ingredients. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate more than 500 stores in 35 states, and the Bahamas. In the summer of 2014 Puerto Rico and India are slated to open the first of many Marco’s stores in those locales. Marco’s was recently voted number 3 by Consumer Reports, and is fast becoming recognized as one of the top-performing restaurant franchises in the country in addition to have the best, “Authentic” Italian pizza.
2. Pizza Hut Wingstreet Location: 1133 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-782-8314
Alyssa Aschemeier is ready to serve a finished pizza to eager customers.
Pizza Hut Wingstreet strives to consistently provide a great experience! Whether diners are looking to dine-in, order delivery, or carry out, Pizza Hut Wingstreet has great team members that are focused on the product: great Pizza Hut pizza, pasta, and wings. The newly remodeled facility with all-new furnishings, finishes, and decor has helped it become current and to be noticed by readers. Maybe it’s kind of basic, but the staff tries to be nice, timely, and have great food!
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Pizza Delivery 1. Marco’s Pizza
2. Lefty’s Pizza
Location: 623 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday -Tuesday, 3 p.m.-midnight; Wednesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 1 a.m.; Sunday 11 a.m -11 p.m. Special hours for party orders and business lunches are available. Contact store manager for your request. Phone: 419-784-1555
Kyle Shirk, David Burns, and Paul Gebers (left to right) are ready for their first delivery of the day for Marco's Pizza.
Salad 1. Applebee’s
2. Bob Evans
Location: 1003 N. Clinton St.., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279
Location: 1835 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 6 a.m.- 10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-1350
Applebee’s is the largest casual-dining chain in the world, drawing people of all ages and lifestyles with its fun, family-friendly atmosphere and signature bar and grill menu. Those looking for a great deal can find it with the 2 for $20 menu, $6.99 Lunch Combos and late night 1/2 Price Select Appetizers. If you’re in need of speed and convenience, you can always order delicious food online at order.applebees.com and pick it up with carside to-go service where they deliver your hot food right to your car.
Bob Evans Farms, Inc. is a growing family of regional brands. The company owns and operates nearly 600 full-service restaurants and a complete line of retail food products under the Bob Evans and Owens names. Bob Evans Restaurants are located in 19 states with a heavy concentration in the Midwest. For more than 50 years, it has been bringing farmfresh foods to its restaurant and grocery customers. Its success is built on the basics: high-quality food and excellent hospitality. This foundation, along with its product development and consumer research, is at the heart of its continued growth and solid financial performance.
Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-784-0789 Lefty’s focus is ensuring that its pizza is delivered fresh, hot and as quickly as possible. Meeting customers’ needs is its number one goal.
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As Marco’s Pizzaria celebrates 35 years of success, it also celebrates 25 years of continuous service to the Defiance community. Providing catering, fundraising and party discounts for all organizations, Marco’s Pizza has consistently been the premier delivery and carryout pizza establishment in the region. With dough made fresh daily, Marco’s professionallytrained staff continually provides high quality foods to the Defiance community, showing once again Marco’s Pizza has the taste you love!
Location: 1800 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m. -10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Phone: 419-782-5255
3. Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 Whether it’s for lunch or dinner, Sweetwater Chophouse’s unique and delicious salads are sure to please! Its salads come in small and large sizes, depending on your appetite, and you may choose to add grilled chicken or shrimp if you prefer. All of its salad dressings are house-made in Chef Aaron’s kitchen. Some customer favorites include the Sweet Wedge, Walnut Chicken, and Asian Salmon.New for 2013: “Lunch in a crunch” offered Monday through Friday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Get in and out in a hurry with its overloaded soup and salad bar with over 50 items, all prepared fresh daily!
Applebee’s added to its salad choices by including the new Seasonal Berry and Spinach Salad.
Steak 1. Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.midnight Phone: 419-784-2279
Phil Johnston and Mary Ann Johnston enjoy a cut of Applebee’s award winning sirloin steak.
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Applebee’s is the largest casual-dining chain in the world, drawing people of all ages & lifestyle with its fun, family-friendly atmosphere and signature bar and grill menu. Those looking for a great deal can find it with the 2 for $20 menu, $6.99 Lunch Combos and late night 1/2 Price Select Appetizers. If you’re in need of speed and convenience, you can always order delicious food online at order.applebees. com and pick it up with carside to-go service where they deliver your hot food right to your car.
2. Sweetwater 3. Black Chophouse Lantern Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance. Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Phone: 419-785-4434 At Sweetwater Chophouse, you will enjoy a wide variety of menu choices from the newly updated menu. Steaks are cooked to your specification, seasoned with its signature “Chef Aaron’s Dust”, and finished with any unique toppings. Enjoy your choice of a tender and flavorful Ribeye, T-Bone, New York Strip, Sirloin, or Filet Mignon.
Location: 200 Clinton St., downtown Defiance Hours: Monday - Thursday 4 p.m. - 9 pm Friday & Saturday 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone: 419-782-2283 The Black Lantern offers a uniquely casual elegance that sets the stage for celebrating special occasions. Did you know that they also offer full service catering. 2 guests thru 6000 guests? They have even catered a picnic for 22, 500 guests.
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Sub/Deli Sandwiches 1. Subway Location: 825 N. Clinton St., 1804 N. Clinton St. (WalMart), 1203 S. Clinton St. Hours: Open early for breakfast. Phone: 419-782-2448, 419-782 2558, 419-782-0143 Subway offers a wide variety of subs that are made the way you like them with vegetables cut fresh and bread baked daily. It attribute its winning way to the great customers that visit Subway daily making their job enjoyable each and every day.
2. Breadstyx Bistro Location: 200 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone: 419-782-5106 Breadstyx Bistro bakes its own bread (and lots of other stuff too!) and creates its own soups and salads because it makes a difference.
3. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11a.m. - 10p.m., Friday - Saturday: 11a.m. - 1a.m. Phone: 419-956-0925 Jerseys, your hometown Gameday Grill, is a unique place to hang out with your friends or enjoy dinner with your family. Variety of food such as wings, pizza, subs, burgers, appetizers, and don’t forget the kids items too! Join us for our weekday lunch special, dine in with quick service or call for carry-out. For all you sports fans, enjoy watching your favorite team on one of our 28 tvs, and enjoy listening to it at your very own table with one of the Sounddog speaker boxes. Thank you for all your support, stop standing on the sidelines, and get in the GAME!! Jersey’s Gameday Grill
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Brittni Szabo (standing) is serving Kyle Phipps and Tracie Steingass (sitting) Buffalo Wild Wings’ famous and award-winning wings.
1. Buffalo Wild Wings Location: 1120 Hotel Drive, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m., Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight. Phone: 419-784-9464 The Buffalo Wild Wings team strives to deliver the highest quality food and service to its guests. Come in,see for yourself and check out the newly remodeled store. Don’t miss any of the16 signature sauces or five seasonings.
2. Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11a.m.- 10p.m., Friday-Saturday, 11a.m. - 1a.m. Phone: 419-956-0925 Jerseys, your hometown Gameday Grill, is a unique place to hang out with your friends or enjoy dinner with your family. It offers a variety of food such as wings, pizza, subs, burgers and appetizers. Also, don’t forget the kids items! Join Jerseys for its weekday lunch specials, dine in with quick service or call for carry-out. For all you sports fans, enjoy watching your favorite team on one of its 28 TV screens, and enjoy listening at your very own table with one of the Sounddog speaker boxes. Thank you for all your support. Stop standing on the sidelines and get in the GAME at Jersey’s Gameday Grill.
3. Frickers Location: 1005 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Sunday, 11 a.m.- 2:30 a.m. Phone: 419-782-9464
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