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CATEGORY INDEX

AUTOMOTIVE Auto Parts Store. . . . . . . . . . . .6 Auto Service Center . . . . . . . .3 Body Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 New Car Dealership . . . . . . . .7 Used Car Dealership. . . . . . . .7

BUSINESS PRACTICES Business Appearance. . . . . . .9 Company Community Involvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Customer Service . . . . . . . . 10

ENTERTAINMENT Bar/Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Bowling Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Social / Service Club. . . . . . 12 Home Improvement. . . . . . . . .

Carpet/Flooring Store . . . . 14 Electrician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Garden Center/Nursery. . . 13 General Contractor . . . . . . . 16 Heating/AC Contractor . . . 17 Lawn Equipment Dealer . . 18 Plumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Roofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Windows / Doors. . . . . . . . . 20

PERSONAL Animal Boarding / Sitting. 27 Barber Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Day Care/Preschool . . . . . .

Fitness Center. . . . . . . . . . . .

Hair Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Massage Theraphy . . . . . . .

Nail Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pet Grooming . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tanning Salon. . . . . . . . . . . .

25 21 22 24 23 26 23

PROFESSIONAL Accounting Firm . . . . . . . . .

Assisted Living Facility. . . .

Attorney’s Office . . . . . . . . .

Chiropractic Office . . . . . . .

Dentist Office . . . . . . . . . . . .

Financial Institution . . . . . .

Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . .

Insurance Agency . . . . . . . .

Nursing Home . . . . . . . . . . .

Optometrist Office . . . . . . .

Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Photography Studio. . . . . .

Real Estate Agency . . . . . . .

Veterinary Office . . . . . . . . .

28 29 28 30 32 34 36 38 41 37 33 31 39 35

RESTAURANT / FOOD Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Asian Cuisine. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Buffet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 42 44 44 46 45 46

Fast Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . .43.2 Grocery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Hamburgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Ice Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Italian Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Meat Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Mexican Cuisine. . . . . . . . . . 53 Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Produce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Sub /Deli Sandwiches . . . . 55 Wings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

RETAIL Appliance Store . . . . . . . . . . 57 Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Computer Store . . . . . . . . . . 58 Flower Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Furniture Store . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Pet Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Water Conditioning Supply63

ANNUA L Welcome to the Tenth Annual Crescent-News “Best of the Region” edition.

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 73 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 edition is an annual feature of The Crescent-News.

We invite you to review and enjoy this edition and see if your opinions of “the best” are shared by others in northwest Ohio.

ADVERTISER INDEX

Arps Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Biggby Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Bud’s Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 C Stephens Appliances Inc . . . . . . . . . 56 Captain D’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Carpet Wholesalers Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant . . . . . 53 Chief Super Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Culligan Sales & Service Of NW Ohio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Defiance Area YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Defiance Chiropractic Center. . . . . . . 30 Defiance Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Defiance Eagles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Defiance Optometric Group . . . . . . . 37 Defiance Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Defiance Therapeutic Massage And Wellness . . . . . . . . . 24 Defiance Veterinary Clinic. . . . . . . . . . 35 Den Herder Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . 37 Eric’s Ice Cream Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Estle Chevrolet Cadillac . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Estle Collision Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 First Federal Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 First Insurance Group Of Midwest Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Fitzenrider Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Four All Seasons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 GlennPark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Gustwiller Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hoffman Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Integrity Defiance Auto Body . . . . . . . 4 Jacob’s Meats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

DRAWING WINNERS

2 2016 Readers’ Choice

10TH

Just Dogs Grooming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Kahle Design And Build . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Ken’s Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Kircher’s Flowers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kissner’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit . . . . . . 27 Kristi’s Kanine Kuts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Laurel of Defiance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home . . . 37 Midwest Community Federal Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Moose Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Morris Floor Covering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Morris Heating (Carrier) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Myra J-A Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Nelson & Bobs Tireman Auto Service Center. . . . . 3 Progressive Auto Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Re/Max Realty Of Defiance. . . . . . . . . 39 Rod Brown Photography. . . . . . . . . . . 31 Roehrs-McMillen Insurance . . . . . . . . 39 Schaffer Funeral Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Seigman Siding Specialist. . . . . . . . . . 20 Solid Rock Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 St Mike’s Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Stambaugh Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 State Bank & Trust Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Steyer & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Tri-County Home Improvement . . . . 19 Twin Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 VFW Post 3360 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Whittaker Family Dental . . . . . . . . . . . 33

FIRST PLACE:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Gahagan, Napoleon SECOND PLACE:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grant Bradford, Continental THIRD PLACE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gary Bruce, Defiance

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Auto Service Center FIRST PLACE

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 Tireman's highest priority is serving its customers. The staff there is 100 percent committed to its valued customers and strives to make every part of a Tireman experience as hassle free and pleasant as possible.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Gary's Auto Repair Location: 901 Deatrick St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-784-1200

Zachary Young checks a set of brakes at Nelson and Bob’s Tireman.

Nelson and Bob’s is this year’s Best Auto Service Center winner.

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Readers’ Choice

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THANK YOU FOR TRUSTING US TO BE YOUR #1 AUTO BODY SHOP FOR 8 CONSECUTIVE YEARS!

Buster

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE = QUALITY RESULTS

Customer Satisfaction is our main concern!

COMPLETE COLLISON REPAIR COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR FOREIGN & DOMESTIC OVER 60 COURTESY CARS! No one walks away from us!

Preferred Shop for most insurance companies.

FREE ESTIMATES!

20502 CR 424 - Just off US 24 Exit 22 - Look for the “BIG DEER”

www.integritydefianceautobody.com

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2016 Readers’ Choice

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Body Shop

Jim Hermiller owner of Integrity Defiance Auto Body, Inc. reviews needed repairs with a customer. Integrity Defiance Auto Body prides itself on providing quality workmanship and repairs that exceed expectations making it the areas favorite body shop.

FIRST PLACE

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

YOU HAVE A CHOICE! (Don’t let your insurance company tell you where to get your repairs)

At Integrity Defiance Auto Body, having happy and satisfied customers doesn't happen by chance. Integrity's first priority is to go the extra mile with every repair. Their team of professionals provides their customers with quality workmanship. Integrity Defiance Auto Body strives to exceed every customers' expectations.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Estle Chevrolet Cadillac Collision Center Location: 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-8015

Thank You for Your Votes!

ESTLE CHEVROLET CADILLAC COLLISION CENTER 1515 N. Clinton St., Defiance

419-782-8015 or Toll-Free 1-888-782-8015 Thursday, August 11, 2016 2016

Readers’ Choice

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Auto Parts Store

Outside sales employee Larry Sherry (left) helps customer Tyler Rosebrock at Progressive Auto Parts, this year’s winner of Best Auto Parts Store.

Progressive Auto Parts has been serving the Defiance area for over35 years.

FIRST PLACE

Progressive Auto Parts - NAPA Location: 505 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-6321 At Progressive Auto, Parts the goal is to give excellent customer service to all customers while selling quality NAPA auto parts at a fair price.

We have heavy duty truck parts in stock, mix Martin Senour paint and make hydraulic hoses. We have been serving the Defiance area for more than 35 years and are looking forward to 35 more.

SECOND PLACE

AutoZone Location: 1803 N. Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:30 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2008

THIRD PLACE

Advance Auto Parts Location: 1844 N. Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-1467

6 2016 Readers’ Choice

THANK YOU

FOR TRUSTING US WITH YOUR AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS.

AT NAPA...WE KNOW HOW Free NAPA hat with any purchase while supplies last. with this coupon

PROGRESSIVE AUTO PARTS

Reserve Online - WWW.NAPAONLINE.COM - Pick Up in Store 505 Clinton Street, Defiance, Ohio 419-782-6321

Thursday, August 11, 2016

New Car Dealership FIRST PLACE

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 builds on a 30 year history, creating a dealership strong in the traditions of community involvement & customer service, while forging into the future with the latest technology and rock-bottom pricing.

From top quality service, body shop and parts, to new and used vehicle sales, the staff is there to serve you, its valued guests.

SECOND PLACE

Stykemain Buick GMC Estle salesman Bob Gutman stands in the showroom with a new Cadillac XT5. Estle, this year’s Best New Car Dealership, has been in the business for 30 years, leading the area in new Chevrolet and Cadillac sales.

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

THIRD PLACE

Mark Moats Ford Location: 20793 County Road 424, Defiance Hours: Sales: Monday, Thursday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, 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

Used Car Dealership FIRST PLACE

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 builds on a 30 year history, creating a dealership strong in the traditions of community involvement & customer service, while forging into the future with the latest technology and rock-bottom pricing.

From top quality service, body shop and parts, to new and used vehicle sales, the staff is there to serve you, its valued guests.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Mark Moats Ford Location: 20793 County Road 424, Defiance Hours: Sales: Monday, Thursday, 9 a.m-8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, 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

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Salesman Billy Nossaman stands with one of many pre-owned Chevy Silverados in the inventory at Estle Chevrolet Cadillac, this year’s Best Used Car Dealership. Estle keeps a great selection of used cars, with up to 150 vehicles in stock at all times.

Readers’ Choice

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Leaders in Community Banking

Leaders in Financial Expertise

Most Importantly, Leaders and Believers in our Communities

Thank You for Voting State Bank Best in Region Five Years in a Row! Sound advice. Smart money.

YourStateBank.com 8

2016 Readers’ Choice

. Financial Institution . Customer Service . Company Community Involvement . Business Appearance

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Business Appearance

Company Community Involvement

A rendering of the planned exterior of The State Bank and Trust The State Bank and Trust Company tent is busy at a recent Defiance Company, this year’s Best Business Appearance winner. State Bank event. State Bank, this year’s Company Community Involvement winner, strives to provide a facility that is clean and well maintained while is proud to give back to strengthen the community. offering unique history and charm to Defiance.

FIRST PLACE

FIRST PLACE

The State Bank & Trust Company

The State Bank & Trust Co. Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne 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 - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon; Drive-thru: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950

Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne 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- Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; Drive-thru: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950

At State Bank, staff members care about making a difference in the communities they State Bank strives to provide clean, well-maintained banking centers that offer serve. Whether they are educating youth, making financial contributions or donating time, its own unique history and welcoming hometown charm. Whether it is used as a they are investing resources to strengthen their communities; and they are proud to have gathering place to read the paper or hold meetings, a place to enjoy morning coffee the opportunity to give back. while catching up with neighbors or a place to enjoy lunch and escape from the everyday in its courtyard, the staff hopes that customers feel welcome and at home.

SECOND PLACE

First Federal Bank

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 601 Clinton St.: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; drive through Monday-Wed., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; 1177 N. Clinton: 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 through, Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626

First Federal Bank

THIRD PLACE

Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 601 Clinton St.: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; drive through Monday-Wed., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; 1177 N. Clinton: 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 through, Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626 Thursday, August 11, 2016 2016

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: 419-782-0518

Readers’ Choice

9

Customer Service FIRST PLACE

The State Bank & Trust Company Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne 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-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; Drive-thru: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419-783-8950 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.

SECOND PLACE A client is helped at The State Bank and Trust Company, this year’s Best Customer Service winner. State Bank has worked to make customers the top priority since its founding in 1902.

Kohl's Location: 08683 Ohio 66 North, 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

THIRD PLACE

Kroger Location: 1890 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742

Golf Course FIRST PLACE

Eagle Rock Golf Club Location: 211 Carpenter Road, Defiance Hours: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily Phone: 419-785-4423 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 2016 season and its staff is grateful for all of the encouragement they've received. It is growing quickly and the staff look forward to being the reader's #1 golf club choice again in 2017.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Auglaize Golf Club St. Mike's Golf Location: 19062 Ohio 111, Course Defiance Hours: Dawn to dusk, weather permitting Phone: 419-393-2211

Location: 26298 Mekus Road, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 7 a.m.

- 7 p.m.

Phone: 419-497-4675

St. Mike's Golf Course Friday Night Fish Fry - $9.00

All you can Eat Fish Choice of Potato, Cole Slaw (4:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

Friday Night Steak Special Surf & Turf Shrimp Dinner

November 9, 2016

ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY (Public Invited) CALL 497-4675

10 2016 Readers’ Choice

Tim Pfost, Wanda Knox and Jim Knox watch as Mike Burget putts on the 18th green at Eagle Rock Golf Club. Eagle Rock is this year’s winner for Best Golf Course. Eagle Rock strives to provide area golfers an enjoyable golf experience on a beautiful course.

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Bowling Alley

Colletta Sheets shows off the bowling balls at Defiance Recreation, this year’s Best Bowling Alley winner. Defiance Recreation offers reasonably priced bowling, a snack bar, cocktail lounge, pool table and pro shop.

FIRST PLACE

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; FridaySaturday, 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, family-oriented 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. We have a fully equipped pro shop to serve all your needs. Also, we provide benefits for people in need.

SECOND PLACE

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 Thursday, August 11, 2016

Thank you for making us your #1 Choice for Bowling and Family Fun!

We appreciate your business!

We have been serving the community since 1968!

THIRD PLACE

Bryan Lanes Location: 1307 W. High St., Bryan Hours: Tuesday, 1 p.m.-5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday, 1 p.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 1 p.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday, 6 p.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 419-636-2695

DEFIANCE RECREATION RECREA

2016 Readers’ Choice

1923 S. Jefferson St.

419-784-3666

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Social / Service Club FIRST PLACE

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., men only, 7 a.m.noon 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 Cook Kim Brown serves Rex Hasch and Neil Seimet at the Defiance Eagles. Defiance Eagles Aerie 372 is this with the club manager to book your date. year’s social and service club winner. Their reception hall, available to rent, can accommodate 500 people.

SECOND PLACE

Defiance Elks Location: 1760 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 2 p.m.-12 a.m.; Wednesday, Saturday, noon-12 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-5126

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Moose Lodge 2094

VFW Post 3360

Location: 841 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0779

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

THANK YOU!

We will continue to work hard to make the Defiance Moose a great social club.

Thank you to all who voted!

“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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OVER 50 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE

Thank You for voting us one of your favorite social clubs Hall Rentals Available for Weddings and Other Events Call for more information

419-782-2756

WE HAVE OPEN LUNCH SPECIALS 11am –1pm monday - Friday

VFW POST 3360 • 201 Clinton St. • Downtown Defiance Thursday, August 11, 2016

Bar/Tavern FIRST PLACE

Jersey's Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.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.

Stop standing on the sidelines and get in the GAME at Jersey’s Gameday Grill.

SECOND PLACE Keri Steffan serves Chris Spisak and Steve Meyer at the bar at Jersey’s Game Day Tavern, this year’s Best Bar or Tavern winner. Jersey’s offers game-day food, kids items, weekday lunch specials and carry-out service.

Kissner's Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-1116

THIRD PLACE

Miami and Erie Bar and Grill

Garden Center/Nursery FIRST PLACE

Kircher's Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.

SECOND PLACE

Location: 406 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-2 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-0360

Thank You for voting us

BEST FLOWER SHOP & BEST GARDEN CENTER IN THE REGION!

Lowe's Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9000 A staff member at Kircher’s Flowers waters potted plants outside the greenhouse. Kircher’s is this year’s Best Garden Center winner. They take pride in their soil, mixed and pasteurized on-site, and its benefits for their plants.

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THIRD PLACE

Menards Location: 08845 Ohio 66 Hours: Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Monday - Saturday, 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0436

www.KirchersFlowers.com Paulding: Monday-Saturday 9-5 1019 North Williams Street 419-399-3887 Defiance: Monday-Saturday 9-6 1119 Jefferson Avenue 419-784-5321

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Carpet/Flooring Store FIRST PLACE

Morris Floor Covering Location: 330 Greenhouse Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-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 its work and that is a big reason why they shop at Morris. Morris gets much return business and has been chosen THE BEST IN THE REGION SEVEN YEARS IN A ROW.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE (TIE) Staff member Ellen Kuckuck is shown with one of the many display samples on location at Morris Floor Covering. Morris is this year’s carpet and flooring store winner, a title it has won seven years in a row.

VOTED

#1

Carpet Mart Location: 08431 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Phone: 419-785-4617

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Carpet Unlimited Location: 215 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-5330

CARPET & FLOORING STORE SEVENTH YEAR RUNNING!

Thank You N.W. Ohio for your vote of confidence!

330 Greenhouse Ave., Defiance, OH

419-782-0801

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Customers

Electrician FIRST PLACE

Gustwiller Electric Supply

REASONS TO CHOOSE

CARPET WHOLESALERS #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8

You’ll always get the BEST quality flooring at the BEST price.

We buy direct from the mills and pass the savings on to you.

No gimmicks or bait & switch advertising - Just everyday LOW prices.

Location: 1822 Spruce St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 24-hour emergency service.

Phone: 419-782-6762 Gustwiller Electric has been serving Defiance and the surrounding areas for more than 38 years. It has a great customer base that it recognizes 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. The staff looks forward to working with you in the future.

SECOND PLACE

We have MILES of quality carpet in stock - Ready for next day installation.

Highland Center Electric

Our low overhead means even greater savings for you.

BEST sales team in NW Ohio. 75 years experience.

Location: 27622 Hoffman Road. Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-395-2577

FREE in-home estimates working with Design Coordinators Professional installation by the BEST installers with over 100 years of experience.

#9

BEST selection of the newest colors and styles from all the major manufacturers.

#10

BEST prices guaranteed.“Prices so low, even we don’t believe it.”

0% Interest ranging 6-12 months

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Stollsteimer Electric Woolace Electric Location: 19989 Switzer Road, Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-782-2623

Location: 1978 County Road 22A, Stryker Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-428-3161

with payments (w.a.c)

3 ROOMS OF CARPET INSTALLED W/ PAD

599

$

99

36 X 40 sq yards of 55¢ carpet

Must present Ad or Coupon. Cannot be used with other offers.

Expires 9/30/16

CARPET WHOLESALERS Think outside the Box...

Our over 23,500 satisfied customers did!

CARPET WHOLESALERS

Gustwiller Electric Supply has been owned by Steve and Charissa Kroeckel for the past 16 years. This year, readers voted Gustwiller Electric as their favorite electrician for the seventh year in a row. Pictured above are employees Garret Graham and Andy Buenger as they prepare for another day of service calls.

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DEFIANCE - 1921 SPRUCE ST. - 419-782-6016 NAPOLEON 419-592-8778 BRYAN 419-636-3633 VAN WERT 419-232-4681

www.carpetwholesalersltd.com

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USTWILLER Electric

THANKS!

We appreciate your trust!

1822 Spruce St., Defiance, Ohio 43512

419-782-6762

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General Contractor FIRST PLACE

Hoffman Builders Location: 659 Chinook Ave., 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!

SECOND PLACE (TIE)

Kahle Design and Build Location: 4615 Adams Ridge Rd, Defiance Hours: Call for appointment Phone: 419-782-7749 Steve Hoffman of Hoffman Builders is shown installing door hardware on a remodeling job. Hoffman Builders was the top choice of CrescentNews readers for new home constuction and remodeling contractors in the Defiance area.

THANKS! From the Crew at Hoffman

Builders

SECOND PLACE (TIE)

McDonalds' Design & Build Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St. Suite 2200, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-4191

THIRD PLACE

Barth Builders & Supply Inc. Location: 1550 Ottawa Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-1141

Thank You for putting your confidence in us.

Hoffman Builders 419-782-2033

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3 Generations of Building Homes

Kahle Design & Build • 782-7749 Thursday, August 11, 2016

Heating/AC Contractor FIRST PLACE

Fitzenrider Inc. Location: 827 Perry St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; other times by appointment.

Phone: 419-784-0828 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.

Kevin Meyer goes to work as part of Fitzenrider, Inc.’s team. Fitzenrider, this year’s Best Heating and AC Contractor winner, has been servicing the Defiance area since 1955. It is a leader in refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, sheet metal fabrication and mechanical contracting.

THANK YOU FOR MAKING US YOUR

#1 CHOICE FOR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING!

SECOND PLACE

Morris Heating, AC United Heating & Plumbing & Air Location: 1801 Baltimore Road, Conditioning Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. 11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-4891

Cut your heating and cooling cost with a High Efficiency Trane Heating and Cooling System.

FITZENRIDER, INC.

827 Perry St., Defiance, Ohio 43512

419-784-0828

www.fitzenriderhvac.com

Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Air Conditioners • Geothermal • Boilers • Air Cleaners • Humidifiers • Ductless Air Conditioners Thursday, August 11, 2016 2016

THIRD PLACE

Location: 19573 Bostater Road, Defiance Hours: Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Phone: 419-428-2108, or 419784-0003

ToAll of Our Great Customers

Thanks for your votes!

MORRIS

HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING & PLUMBING WWW.MORRISHVAC.COM

State ID 26776

419-782-4891 or 419-576-4470 1801 BALTIMORE DEFIANCE, OH

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Plumber FIRST PLACE

Joshua Plumbing LLC. Location: 340 Northwood Drive, 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. The staff is there to help you and also can provide state certified back flow inspection.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Morris Heating, AC Mast Plumbing & Plumbing Company, Ltd. Josh Mast watches as Brian Hoffman of Joshua Plumbing works on a new water line. Joshua Plumbing was named the top plumbing contractor

by Crescent-News readers.

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

Location: 416 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon.

Phone: 419-782-5416

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Lawn Equipment Dealer FIRST PLACE

Arps Hardware

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 advice and assistance before and after the sale.

All Simplicity products come fully assembled and tested and come with delivery and personal instructions on operation. Arps also carries Echo chain saws, grass trimmers, leaf blowers and more. Arps also has reconditioned used mowers and provides service and parts for all brands.

Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9000

Menards Location: 08848 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Monday - Saturday 6:30 a.m. 10 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0436

Thank You

for making us your

# 1 Choice!

1400 S. Clinton St., Defiance, OH

419-782-1171

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Clerk Debbie Santo shows off some of Arps Hardware’s lawn equipment.

Arps Hardware is this year’s Best Lawn Equipment winner and is an authorized full-serviced Simplicity lawn equipment dealer.

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Roofer FIRST PLACE

Tri-County Home Improvement Location: 13883 County Road 162, Paulding Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-399-3964 Tri-County Roofing and Home Improvement is a team of skilled craftsmen and professionals dedicated to surpassing every customer's expectations.

Their clients recognize the importance of working with a local company to get the highest quality workmanship and customer service. For six consecutive years, it has been voted Best in the Region by Crescent-News subscribers. Tri-County has built its reputation in the community by proudly following its company motto, "Don't worry. You'll be happy!"

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Richland Roofing Gamby and Associates Construction Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 2200, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0141

Location: 07797 Ohio 15, Defiance Hours: 24-hour service Phone: 419-439-2423

Thursday, August 11, 2016 2016

Jake Lockhart and Nick Metz work diligently on a roof for Tri-County Home Improvement. Tri County was voted the area’s favorite roofing company for the sixth consecutive year.

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Windows / Doors FIRST PLACE

Seigman's Siding and Window Specialists Location: Defiance/Ayersville Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-395-1150 "Where customers send their friends." We approach each job with that customer's needs in mind and give them results to be proud of.

We are honored to be working on the homes of the next generation, their children. God, family and a hard work ethic have earned us the strong reputation for high standards and quality service that we strive for.

We are truly blessed to be awarded the trust and confidence of our customers.

Scott and Denny Seigman of Seigman’s Siding and Window Specialists, this year’s Best Windows and Doors winner. Seigman’s strives for high standards and quality service in its door and window installation.

THANK YOU

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.

SECOND PLACE

Dilly Door Company Location: 1640 Baltimore Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-1181

THIRD PLACE

Lowe's Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9000

“Where Customers Send Their FRIENDS!”

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Fitness Center FIRST PLACE

Defiance Area YMCA Location: 1599 Palmer Drive, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.-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.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Anytime Fitness

Curves

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. 1 p.m.; Members anytime.

Phone: 419-782-2111

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 Kristie Stollsteimer leads an enthusiastic rhythmic step class at the a.m-12:30 p.m., 3-6:30 p.m.; Defiance Area YMCA. The YMCA is this year’s winner for Best Fitness Saturday, 9-11 a.m.

Center. With two facilities, swimming pools, a weight room, racquetball Phone: 419-784-4111 courts, youth center, a skate park and much more, the Defiance Area YMCA takes pride in offering something for everyone in the community.

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US YOUR #1 CHOICE FOR FITNESS CENTER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Childcare Preschool Youth Sports Teen leaders club Youth Center Day Camps Gymnastics

Swim lessons 2 swimming pools Skate Park Fitness classes Silver Sneakers Two Locations

TWO LOCATIONS: 1599 Palmer Drive DEFIANCE

419-784-4747 Buchman Center 1000 Webster St. DEFIANCE

419-785-2997

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Barber Shop FIRST PLACE

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 Already consistently turning out pristine men's haircuts from timeless classics to today's modern styles, the 2015 addition of barber Raymond Castaneda has only enhanced our already skilled staff. Please know that whether it's coarse, curly, or straight hair, all our Bloomfield's haircuts are great. Locally owned and operated, our mission is to provide the classic American barbershop experience with our own twist. We are always looking to improve, so please stay tuned for what's to come in 2017.

SECOND PLACE

Silver Shears, Larry Duerk Location: 516 W. First St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday, 7:30 a.m.noon; Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Phone: 419-785-4361

THIRD PLACE (TIE) Raymond Castaneda and Chris Bloomfield consistently provide top shelf haircuts to meet the needs of their customers. Their efforts to keep up with modern hairstyles makes Bloomfield Hair Company the 2016 area’s favorite barber shop.

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Brian’s Cut & Style Don’s Barber Shop Location: 509 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.6 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-4247

Location: 620 Fifth St., Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.5 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-noon Phone:

Hair Salon FIRST PLACE

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! They stay 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 main concern is fulfilling their customers' needs and desires.

SECOND PLACE

Cynthia Michael's Location: 1208 Emory St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.8 p.m., or by appointment Phone: 419-784-5560

THIRD PLACE

Hair Salon East Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.Hairstylist Chris Turner works on customer Judy Larson’s hair at Salon 7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-noon; 206. Salon 206 is this year’s Best Hair Salon winner and are proud to Saturday by appointment have some of northwest Ohio’s most talented hair stylists.

Phone: 419-782-3763

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Nail Salon FIRST PLACE

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 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.

SECOND PLACE

VIP Nails

Amy Streicher (left) performs a manicure for a customer at Salon 206. Salon 206 is this year’s Best Nail Salon winner and provides spa manicures, spa pedicures and acrylic nail services.

THIRD PLACE

Hair Salon East

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

Location: 537 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-noon; Saturday by appointment Phone: 419-782-3763

Tanning Salon FIRST PLACE

Day Dreams Tanning Location: 414 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 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 Pura sunless 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.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

First Choice Magic Island Hair Cutters Bryan Location: 1842 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2121

Location: 206 W. Butler St., Bryan Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-636-1570

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Malibu Tan Bryan Location: 1242 S. Main St., Bryan Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Phone: 419-636-8040 Staff member Alisha Joost displays a tanning booth at Day Dreams Tanning, this year’s Best Tanning Salon winner. Day Dreams Tanning offers 11 tanning beds and a spray tan booth.

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Massage Theraphy FIRST PLACE

Defiance Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center Location: 8081 Adams Ridge Rd., Defiance Hours: Lobby hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m..-5 p.m.; evenings and Saturdays by appointment Phone: 419-497-2112 Health and wellness is beneficial for all ages. Defiance Therapeutic Massage & Wellness Center is a great place to provide the community with the best in neuromuscular therapy, relaxation massage, medical esthetics, reiki, reflexology and other specialized alternative therapies. These services compliment other methods of healing, traditional or alternative. With continued dedication in education, professionalism and creating a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere is what puts us with the best in the region!

SECOND PLACE

Exhale Body & Soul Location: 523 W. Second St., Defiance Hours: By appointment - evening and weekend hours available Phone: 419-438-6522

THIRD PLACE

Myra J's Location: 1133 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Gina's Hours: Monday, 1 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thursday, 1 p.m.6:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Salon Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 8 a.m..-3 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-7177

Front Row: Sonja Michaelis, Carrie Radzik, Whitney Snyder, Back Row: Jillene McMichael and Lori Bostelman.

Not Pictured:Karan Gottwald and Michelle McDonald

Carrie Radzik massages the back of a customer at Defiance Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center.

Defiance Therapeutic Massage, this year’s winner for Best Massage Therapy, offers neuromuscular therapy, relaxation massage, medical esthetics, reiki, reflexology and other services for customers of all ages.

Defiance Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center would like to thank patients, friends, and the surrounding communities for their loyalty and support.

You are greatly appreciated.

DTMWC strives to achieve successful alternative therapies, and looks forward to continuing to provide excellent service in the upcoming years. Thank you for voting for Defiance Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center as your favorite!

8081 Adams Ridge Rd Defiance, OH www.defiancetherapeutic.com 419-497-2112

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Day Care/Preschool

Ark Preschool Director Tracy Frederick (flowered shirt) explains the school’s programs to Kelly Hartzell and her children Aubreel and Shannon. Ark Preschool has now helped prepare children for kindergarten for 26 years.

FIRST PLACE

Ark Cooperative Preschool Location: 400 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-5551 The Ark Cooperative Preschool has been a staple in Defiance for 26 years.

The school employs four 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 2 and 5 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.

SECOND PLACE

Holy Cross Preschool Location: 1745 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Beginning Aug. 24: Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-2021

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THIRD PLACE

Rainbow Promise Location: 561 Carter Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.6 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0861

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Pet Grooming FIRST PLACE

Just Dogs Grooming Salon Location: 131 E. Broadway Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-7739 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.

SECOND PLACE

Kristi's Kanine Kuts Location: 23257 Watson Road, Defiance Hours: By appointment Phone: 419-393-2229

Staff members at Just Dogs Grooming Salon pamper a dog. Just Dogs, which takes care of full grooming for dogs as well as toenail care, medicated baths and remoisturizing treatments, is this year’s Best Pet Grooming winner.

We would like to thank our clients for voting us

“Best Pet Groomer”!

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Best Friends Pet Grooming Location: 22615 Second St., Defiance Hours: By appointment Phone: 419-784-3647

Front Row: Tessa Tewksbury, Jenelle Nutter, Tasha Caldwell Top Row: Brenda Sanchez and Carol Leach

131 Broadway Defiance, OH 43512

419-782-7739

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Pet Supplies Plus Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0046

419.393.2229 23257 Watson Road, Defiance

Thanks to all of our clients who “BEG” to come to Kristi’s Kanine Kuts.

Our sincere thank you for your patronage.

Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 5 pm

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Animal Boarding / Sitting FIRST PLACE

Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit Location: 17418 Harris Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon and 6 p.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-395-2571 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!"

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Defiance Veterinary Clinic

Defiance Area Animal Hospital

Location: 1730 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595

Location: 08757 Ohio 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0166

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 & Staff

Kountry Kennel Bed & Biscuit

"A vacation getaway for your pet"

Call Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit at Kennel assistant Renee Limbacher holds a dog at Kountry Kennel Bed and Biscuit, this year’s winner for best animal boarding service. Kountry Kennel is a family-owned and operated facility that offers climate controlled accommodations and large secure outside play areas.

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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Attorney’s Office FIRST PLACE

Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. Location: 401 Wayne Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-3010 Our firm is dedicated to serving the needs of folks in Defiance and surrounding counties and has done so for over 50 years. The attorneys and staff at Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd. approach each matter with concern, honesty and integrity, to continue the trust we have earned throughout our service to the community!

SECOND PLACE

Stan Yoder (left) and Jim Weaner sit at a desk at Weaner, Yoder, Hill & Weber, Ltd., this year’s winner of Best Attorney’s Office. Their firm has served the Defiance area for more than 50 years.

THIRD PLACE

Stephen K. Snavley Clemens, Korhn, Co. LPA Liming & Location: 505 Fourth St., Warncke Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-8846

Location: 419 Fifth St., Suite 2000, Defiance

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-6055

Accounting Firm FIRST PLACE

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 & Co. 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 quality of work and operations of the firm.

SECOND PLACE

Shultz Huber & Associates Inc. Location: 101 Clinton St., Suite 2000, Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Summer, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2000

THIRD PLACE

Luderman & Konst Location: 317 Jefferson Ave., 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

Thank You!

For selecting our firm “The Best of the Region”

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Partner Mike Steyer and manager Kris Odell review financial statements for a client of Steyer and Co. The local accounting firm was founded in 1982 and provides accounting, tax and auditing services, as well as tax and financial planning and consulting, for businesses and individuals.

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Assisted Living Facility FIRST PLACE

GlennPark of Defiance Location: 2429 William A. Diehl Court., Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours, seven days a week.

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. The GlennPark Senior Living Community will not allow this dignity to be diminished.

SECOND PLACE

Kingsbury Place Location: 245 W. Rosewood Ave., Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours, seven days a week.

Phone: 419-782-6324

THIRD PLACE

Hillside Country Living Location: 9876 County Road 16, Bryan Hours: Open 24 hours, seven days a week.

Phone: 419-636-4508

Three GlennPark Senior Living Community residents garden together.

Glenn Park is this year’s Best Assisted Living Facility winner. GlennPark strives to create a true home and community for its residents.

Thank You for voting us THE BEST Assisted Living Facility in the six county area! ♥

♥

At GlennPark Senior Living Community our residents call this home. They participate in life as much as they are able and we encourage them to be independent and self sufficient.

We provide options and opportunities, and care for them as our own. They enjoy well balanced, home cooked meals with friends in pleasant surroundings.

When needed, superior health care is provided.

♥

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Stop by and visit with us and see for yourself why we are not just different, we are better!

For information, Call 419-782-3000 • 2429 William A Diehl Ct. • Defiance, OH 43512 Thursday, August 11, 2016 2016

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Chiropractic Office FIRST PLACE

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 The building of Defiance Chiropractic Center, this year’s Best Chiropractic winner. It is the largest Ohio. It has six chiropractors and two massage chiropractic facility in northwest Ohio, with six chiropractors and two massage therapists. therapists, along with the Foods For Living Store, all located within the same building. It offers appointments Monday through Saturday and it is open two evenings each week. The DCC hopes to achieve and maintain optimal health and wellness to area residents.

Location: 1844 East Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday, Location: 210 N. Harrison St., Sherwood Wednesday, 9 a.m-5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; open every other Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 6 a.m. - noon Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Phone: 419-899-2142 Phone: 419-785-4215

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

DeTray Chiropractic Center Dr. William Weippert & Dr. Randy Luderman

Thank You N.W. Ohio for choosing us as your #1 Choice in Chiropractic Care!

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Left to Right Front Row: Dr. Shane Klingler, Dr. Jack Lorenz, Dr. William Lorenz Back Row: Dr. Richard Thomas, Dr. Brent Hesselschwardt, Dr. John Kemper

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Photography Studio FIRST PLACE

Rod Brown Photography Location: 651 Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Monday, Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m.7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-1 pm.; Saturday, by appointment.

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 Rod Brown Photography was selected as the area’s favorite photography studio for the seventh straigh year. their work. The most important part Rod and his staff continue to attend and give seminars and participate in photographic competitions to of any business is the staff. Lynda is improve their work in photography in Northwest Ohio. the office manager, Tammy Kappen is sales manager and Rod is head photographer.

SECOND PLACE

Emilie's Photo Designs Location: 30080 Coressel Road, Defiance Hours: By appointment Phone: 419-758-3348

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Haley Elizabeth Studios Hours: By appointment Phone: 419-956-9908

THIRD PLACE (TIE)

Reflections Photography By Becky Hours: By appointment Phone: 419-438-2678

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Dentist Office FIRST PLACE

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, we strive to put our patients first. For more than 50 years, we have continued to treat everyone as family, kept our services affordable and provided quality dental care to patients of all ages. Our goal?

To keep you happy, healthy and smiling!

SECOND PLACE

Whittaker Family Dental Location: 100 Stadium Drive, Suite A, Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-784-0775

THIRD PLACE

Defiance Center for Dentistry Location: 1075 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m.

- 5 p.m., closed Friday - Sunday.

Phone: 419-782-1126 Tami Backhaus at Defiance Dental Group cleans a patient’s teeth.

Defiance Dental Group is this year’s Best Dentist Office winner. It has been helping to keep patients in the Defiance area happy, healthy and smiling for more than 50 years.

Thank You to all of our wonderful patients and our hardworking staff for making us the

#1 Dental Office in N.W. Ohio 5 years in a row!

Find us on Facebook for the latest news on your favorite dental office and fun contests!

245 Stadium Drive, Defiance, Ohio

419-782-DENT

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Pharmacy FIRST PLACE

Rite Aid Pharmacy Location: 618 N. Clinton St.; 1816 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 618 N. Clinton St.: 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: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; 1816 E. Second St.: Pharmacy: MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Front End: MondaySaturday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 a.m.

Phone: 618 N. Clinton St.: 419-782-0155; 1816 E. Second St.: 419-782-7832 At Rite Aid, we have a personal interest in your health and wellness and offer products and services to help our patients live healthier, happier lives. Rite Aid is the place for all of your immunization needs, especially with flu season quickly Rite Aid Pharmacy, featuring its Wellness Plus Plenti program, was choosen approaching. Don't forget to sign up for Rite Aid's Wellness Plus Plenti, where the area’s favorite pharmacy. Shown above are pharmacists Holly Snyder customers can earn up to 20 percent off of their front-end purchases. (left) Jan Brandehoff (center) and Allison Agoston.

THIRD PLACE

Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance, Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Phone: 419-783-2800

THIRD PLACE

Walgreens

THIRD PLACE

Walmart

Location: 1829 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Pharmacy: MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2499

Location: 1805 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-2389

Thank You for Voting Us Among the Best!

We promise to provide our patients with the ultimate care in all aspects of dentistry. This includes delivering the highest quality of technical care and treating our patients with respect, courtesy, and compassion.

THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS!

NEW DEFIANCE OFFICE! 100 Stadium Drive Defiance, OH

419-784-0775

201 Van Gundy Dr. Bryan, OH

419-636-4202 1330 Scott St., Napoleon, OH

419-592-1981

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Financial Institution FIRST PLACE

The State Bank & Trust Company Location: Main Banking Center; Northtowne 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-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; Drive-thru: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: Main: 419-783-8950; Northtowne: 419783-8950 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 The State Bank and Trust Company, this year’s Best Financial Services winner, provides an honored to celebrate its customers' milestones and experienced management team to help find financial solutions for its customers. proud to support the communities it serves.

Thank you, Defiance!

Thank you for voting us among the top financial institutions in the area.

We appreciate your business!

Soar through your day with a bank that adds value to your life and business. At First Federal Bank, we offer sound financial advice and have all the products you need to bank beyond the branch like mobile deposit, bill pay and more!

Being “better together” is more than a motto. We truly care for our customers and consider them friends and neighbors. That’s why we invest our resources to serve the communities where we work and live. And that’s what makes us better together.

First-Fed.com

SECOND PLACE

First Federal Bank Location: 601 Clinton St., Defiance; 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 601 Clinton St.: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; drive through Monday-Wed., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; 1177 N. Clinton: 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 through, Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-5130; 419-782-6626

THIRD PLACE

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.; ThursdayFriday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Main Drive-up: MondayWednesday, 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

601 Clinton St., Defiance | 419-782-5130 1177 N. Clinton St., Defiance | 419-782-6626

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Veterinary Office

A Name We Trust

FIRST PLACE

Defiance Veterinary Clinic

We have been members of Midwest Community FCU since 2008 and it has been a 5 star experience the entire time. We originally joined due to a reference from a close friend and have since continued our financial business because of the great member service, friendly staff and continued advantages of being a member of a credit union. In 2012, we refinanced our mortgage due to a fabulous offer to maintain the mortgage with Midwest Community instead of selling off the loan to a different financial institution, and it was a wonderful experience. Karen Relyea handled everything professionally and made it so easy for us to transition to Midwest. We have since added accounts for our children, most recently a checking account for our teenage daughter. We wanted her to start her finances with a business we knew she could trust. Ellie Adkins took a lot of time explaining the details of the account to our daughter and made sure if she ever had any questions to be sure and ask. We truly appreciate the time and effort everyone at Midwest puts in to make sure their members are priority. We will definitely continue to recommend Midwest Community FCU to family and friends because they have always exceeded our expectations.

-The Kruse Family

Location: 1730 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-7595 The Defiance Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary hospital for all small animals from dogs and cats to rabbits, guinea pigs and more. Its doctors, technicians, and assistants deliver comprehensive and compassionate care for every pet with every visit. It provides the highest quality medical and surgical services to each patient with a warm and personal touch.

SECOND PLACE

Defiance Area Animal Hospital Location: 08757 Ohio 66 North, Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-0166

THIRD PLACE

Fountain City Veterinary Hospital Location: 1202 S. Main St., Bryan Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1:30-6 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-636-5081

Karen Relyea

Real Estate Financial Service Representative

419-783-6556

www.midwestcommunity.org

Brynn Tadena (left) and Dr. Renae Gerschutz checkout dog Dagny at Defiance Veterinary Clinic. Defiance Veterinary Clinic is this year’s Best Veterinary Office winner and is a full-service veterinary hospital for all small animals.

We would like to thank our clients for their loyalty and for voting us

Best in the Region 5 Years in a Row!

Main Office Deerwood Branch Coming Soon Napoleon Branch Bryan Branch 08770 State Route 66 1481 Deerwood Drive 1239 Bryan Branch S. Main Street 1429 N Scott Street Defiance, OH 43512 Defiance, OH 43512 1239 S. Main Street Napoleon, OH 43545 Bryan, OH 43506 Bryan, OH 43506

Defiance Veterinary Clinic Like us on facebook

1730 S. Jefferson, Defiance

419-782-7595

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Funeral Home FIRST PLACE

Schaffer Funeral Home Location: 529 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Normal business hours, Monday-Friday, 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 165 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.

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THIRD PLACE

Lawson-Roessner Funeral Home Location: 1753 S. Clinton St., Defiance, Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Phone: 419-782-0075

Den Herder Funeral HomePaulding,Ohio Location: 1000 W. Wayne St., Paulding Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 365 days Dan Schaffer displays new personalized license prints a year for loved ones at Schaffer Funeral Home. Schaffer Phone: 419-399-2866 Funeral Home has been locally and independently owned for over 165 years.

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 165 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.

• 100% Handicap Accessible 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

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Left to right: Dan Schaffer, Owner., Bryan Evinger, Jeff Strayer.

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Optometrist Office FIRST PLACE

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 and protect the future of their vision.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.

SECOND PLACE

Brunswick Eye and Contact Lens Optician Chelsea Mansfield (right) and Dr. Deborah Stein work inside Defiance Optometric Group. Defiance Optometric Group, this year’s winner for best optometrist office, strives to meet their patients’ visual needs, improve their quality of life and protect the future of their vision.

Location: 283 Stadium Dr, Defiance Hours: Monday, 8:45 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-3937

THIRD PLACE

Darryl Mathewson, OD Location: 417 Fourth St., Defiance Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; open two Saturdays per month, 9 a.m.-noon Phone: 419-782-9595

Thank you for voting us Best in the Region 5 years in a row!

NEW SIGN, but the SAME NAME & the SAME OWNERS 1753 S. Clinton St., Defiance, OH • 419-782-0075 - lawsonroessner.com

THANK YOU

for voting us “One of the Best!”

1000 W. Wayne Street P.O. Box 27 Paulding, OH 45879

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Serving the community for over 60 years.

Accepting New Patients

We accept GM/Davis,VSP, EyeMed, Spectera, BlueView Vision and most insurances

Dr. Daniel L. Meffley • Dr. Thomas E. Sandy • Dr. Deborah J. Stein 800 N. Clinton Street, Suite D Defiance, OH

(419) 399-2866 Toll Free: (800) 399-3522 Phone:

2016 Readers’ Choice

419-782-1901

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Insurance Agency FIRST PLACE

First Insurance Group of Midwest Inc. Location: 511 Fifth St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-5431 At First Insurance Group, you will find a team of professionals that can offer a policy that protects what is most important to you. By working with wellestablished insurance carriers, it can provide numerous options tailored to fit your specific business needs. Its goal is to offer you quality, clarity and peace of mind, because some things truly are better together.

SECOND PLACE

Grant Insurance Agency

From left, Steve Grosenbacher and Susan Friedricksen of First Insurance Group of Midwest, Inc., sit with customers Doug and Drew Shindler. First Insurance Group, this year’s Best Insurance Agency winner, works with well-established insurance carriers to serve the Defiance area.

Location: 324 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-7176

THIRD PLACE

Roehrs-McMillen Insurance 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

Thank you for voting us “Best in Region!”

We would like to thank our customers for their continued loyalty and for choosing First Insurance Group as your insurance company of choice.

Protecting what matters most. firstinsurancegrp.com | 800-875-5431

Bowling Green | Bryan | Defiance | Lima | Maumee | Oregon Not FDIC Insured. Not a Deposit. May Lose Value. Not Guaranteed by the Bank. Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency.

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Real Estate Agency FIRST PLACE

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 almost 30 years. All of its agents are full-time, dedicated professionals who strive to offer extraordinary service to its customers by being honest, fair, loyal and educated individuals. Re/Max is the number one name in real estate globally and is growing with over 100,000 agents worldwide. Re/Max is also very supportive in giving back to the community through non-profit and charitable organizations. "It's truly about our customers," says Matt Joost (agent/owner of Re/Max Realty Potential first-time home buyer Justin Chronister (second from left) is assisted by Matt Joost (left), Sue Hale of Defiance). "We will continue to and Brent Joost of Re/Max Realty of Defiance. Re/Max is this year’s Best Real Estate Agency winner and has make every effort to be 'outstanding been part of the Defiance community for nearly 30 years. agents with outstanding results."

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THIRD PLACE

Sam Switzer Realty Realty Five of Location: 322 Clinton St., Defiance Defiance Hours : Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-4116

Location: 503 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; after hours by appointment Phone: 888-766-8627

Thank You

to all our Customers

Brent Joost

Jim Diehl

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.

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Matt Joost

Susan Hale

Travis Spitnale

Cindi Sprague

Re/Max is once again very humbled and honored to receive this award.

We thank all our customers over the years for their loyalty and welcome the opportunity to serve the needs of others.

A. J. Hench

Home for the Cure

1401 S. Jefferson, Defiance

Realty of Defiance, Inc. Readers’ Choice

419-784-3029

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Thank You NW Ohio!

The Best Just Keeps Getting Better

Congratulations to the staff at The Laurels of Defiance for getting voted best Nursing Home in the six county area. To be voted as the best from a group of many excellent nursing homes is incredible. To accomplish this seven consecutive years is phenomenal. We honestly try to impact our business in a way that our peers try to follow. Deficiency - Free survey from Ohio Department of Health and other various consumers survey helps us exceed our business objectives here at the Laurels.

7 Straight Years As # 1!

Wow! Incredible!

L aurels The

O f

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A Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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1701 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance, OH 419-782-7879 www.laurelsofdefiance.com Thursday, August 11, 2016

Nursing Home FIRST PLACE

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 our staff, the facility would be like all the rest. We hear it all the time from our customers, about how wonderful the employees are. The Laurels will exceed your expectations. Outstanding customer service, provided by the outstanding staff...that's what sets us apart from the rest.

SECOND PLACE

Twin Rivers Center Location: 395 Harding St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-1450

THIRD PLACE

Brookview Healthcare Center Location: 214 Harding St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-1014

Residents enjoy the shade outside at The Laurels of Defiance. The Laurels is this year’s Best Nursing Home winner. The Laurels strives to exceed expectations with a staff that sets them apart.

HERE WHEN YOU NEED US...

FOR ALL YOUR SKILLED NURSING AND REHAB NEEDS

THANKS FOR YOUR VOTES! Serving the area for over 35 years!

Twin Rivers Center

395 Harding Street, Defiance, OH 43512

419-784-1450

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Appetizers FIRST PLACE

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.

SECOND PLACE

Jersey's Gameday Grill Joann Deitrick smiles as she is served the “Classic Combo” appetizer at Applebee’s. Applebee’s, featuring late-night, half-price select appetizers, was choosen as the area’a favorite place for appetizers.

Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, Saturday: 11 a.m.midnight; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-956-0925

THIRD PLACE

Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Rd, Defiance Hours: Sunday & Monday, 11a.m.

- 9 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 419-785-4434

Asian Cuisine FIRST PLACE

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 We are greatly honored to be recognized for our Asian cuisine for the sixth year in a row. The China Garden staff appreciates all its business and looks forward to another amazing year.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Hot Rice Location: In the Northtowne Mall, 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9838

Waitress Christina Gehring serves a customer at China Garden, this year’s winner for Best Asian Cuisine. China Garden has won this award six years in a row.

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Deb Hampton, Piper Hampton and Prynn Hampton enjoy a meal at McDonald’s. McDonald’s, which has several locations in the Defiance area, is this year’s Best Fast Food winner.

Destiny Icenhower, Shannon DeWitt and Daytona DeWitt enjoy burgers at Wendy’s in Defiance. Wendy’s, this year’s Best Hamburger winner, has a motto of “fresh, never frozen,” and makes all hamburgers fresh and made to order.

Alexis Wallen serves fries at the Defiance north side McDonald’s location. McDonald’s fries, made from high-quality potatoes cooked in canola blend cooking oil, are this year’s Best Fries winner.

Fast Food

Hamburgers

French Fries

FIRST PLACE

McDonald's Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: 1111 N. Clinton St.: Monday - Saturday, 5 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, 6 a.m.-midnight; 1740 E. Second St.: Monday-Saturday, 5 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 6 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 1111 N. Clinton St., Defiance: 419782-6498; 1740 E. Second St., Defiance: 419-782-6400 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.

SECOND PLACE

Wendy's Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Sunday-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

THIRD PLACE

Arby's Location: 1502 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10 a.m.-2 a.m.; Friday - Saturday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-4499

FIRST PLACE

Wendy’s Location: 1819 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Sunday-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 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.

SECOND PLACE

Jersey’s Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-956-0925

THIRD PLACE

Applebee’s Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-784-2279

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FIRST PLACE

McDonald's Location: Defiance, Paulding, Bryan, Montpelier Hours: 1111 N. Clinton St.: Monday - Saturday, 5 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, 6 a.m.-midnight; 1740 E. Second St.: Monday-Saturday, 5 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 6 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 1111 N. Clinton St., Defiance: 419-7826498; 1740 E. Second St., Defiance: 419-7826400 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.

SECOND PLACE

Wendy's Location: 18219 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: Dining Room: Sunday-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

THIRD PLACE

Burger King Location: 1180 N. Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-2010

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Bakery FIRST PLACE

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.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Chief Supermarket A Little Slice of Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Heaven Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Kim Meek, owner of Meek’s Pastry Shop, serves Kay Gerber. Meek’s, this year’s winner for Best Bakery, is a family-owned and operated bakery in downtown Defiance.

Hours: Defiance, MondaySunday, 6 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: Defiance, 419-782-9156

Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Summer hours, Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon.

Phone: 419-980-5250.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Breakfast FIRST PLACE

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.

Defiance Pancake House Location: 2023 S. Jefferson Ave. Hours: Sunday-Tuesday, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Wednesday-Saturday, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782- 1111

Bud's Restaurant Location: 506 Second St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9101

Jane Retcher of Bob Evans serves customers Naomi and Lyle Mohr.

Bob Evans is this year’s winner for Best Breakfast.

Bob Evans’ Defiance location has an extensive menu of breakfast options for any guest.

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Coffee FIRST PLACE

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 At Biggby Coffee, our staff is always willing to deliver a great beverage and wonderful coffee experience. We enjoy serving our community and our outstanding customers daily. We will be celebrating our 10th anniversary in February and are looking forward to many more! Stop in and see our great team of baristas. If you are not a coffee lover, we have several other types of beverages and wonderful food items. All of our beverages can be made over ice, frozen, or hot. "B Happy, Have Fun, Make Friends, Love People, Drink Great Coffee!"

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Cabin Fever Coffee Tim Hortons Location: 312 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Phone: Downtown; 419-782-5400

Location: 524 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 5 a.m.10 p.m., drive-thruopen 24 hours Phone: 419-782-3500

Jess Moss, Jen Tack and Alexis Stamm serve coffee to customer Marsha Hoffman (right) at Biggby Coffee. Biggby is this year’s Best Coffee winner. The Defiance location of Biggby Coffee celebrates its 10th anniversary this coming February.

THANKS

treated

for voting us your favorite coffee shop!

BOGO FREE (BOGO = Buy One Get One of equal/lesser value)

any grande specialty beverage

CODE 200217

hot, iced, or frozen!

720 N. Clinton St • Defiance Expires 9/15/16 Good on any grande/super favorite latte, creme freeze smoothie, tea latte or hot chocolate. Good at this location only. No copies of this coupon will be accepted. Not good with any other offer. For franchise information visit biggby.com.

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Buffet FIRST PLACE

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. It has two party rooms available for any get together, at no cost to customers.

Hostess Marte Rogers puts on the pizza at the Asian Grill Buffet. Winner of this year’s Best Buffet category, the Asian Grill Buffet offers Chinese, Japanese and American food at at “all-you-can-eat” buffet.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Frisch's Big Boy

Sweetwater Chophouse

Location: 1830 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. (Dine-in, carry out, or drive through) Phone: 419-784-3421

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

Dessert FIRST PLACE

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 our variety of puddings, hand dipped sundaes and milkshakes (malts). Bud's has you covered! Look us up on Facebook, "Buds Restaurant. "

The staff of Bud's Restaurant would like to say...

Waitress Heather Meenan serves a slice of Bud’s Restaurant’s famous pie to customer Bonnie Kaemming. Bud’s is this year’s winner for Best Desserts. They offer a wide variety of fresh pies for the season, along with puddings, sundaes and milkshakes.

THANK YOU to all of our customers who voted us SECOND PLACE one of the best for the A Little Slice of t 10th year in a row!

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Desserts Lunch Specials

1st

BUD’S RESTAURANT

Since 1939

505 Second St., Defiance • 419-782-9101

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Heaven

Location: 518 Clinton St., Defiance.

Hours: Summer hours, Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.noon.

Phone: 419-980-5250

THIRD PLACE

Applebee's Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.midnight Phone: 419-784-2279

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Fish FIRST PLACE

Captain D's Seafood Location: 08923 Ohio 66, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m.11 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-2004 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.

SECOND PLACE

Kissner's Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-1116

THIRD PLACE

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

THANK YOU

For choosing Captain D’s as the Best Fish of the Region Ten years in a row!

When you love seafood this much, it’s gotta be D’s...

Home of the $4.99 meal deals.

Captain D’s Seafood offers a variety of meals prepared just the way you like.

Jackie Aldrich (right) and Dylan Hauser, ready to serve hungry customers at Captain D’s Seafood. Captain D’s menu is this year’s Best Fish winner.

Captain D’s seafood dishes are made fresh by hand each day.

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Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 10:30 to 10:00 Friday & Saturday 10:30 to 11:00 Thursday, August 11, 2016

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Grocery FIRST PLACE

Chief Supermarket Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Defiance, Monday-Sunday, 6 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: Defiance, 419-782-9156 Chief Supermarket 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.

SECOND PLACE

Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance, Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-783-2800

THIRD PLACE

Kroger Location: 1890 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742

Customer Katelyn Zimmerman (left) is helped by Chief Supermarket produce manager Connie Shaffer (center) and store director Stacey Butler. Chief, part of the Defiance community since 1951, was voted the area’s favorite grocery store.

Thank Yo u !

#1 Grocery Store 10 years in a row! Where you shop matters!

Stacey Butler www.chiefsupermarkets.com 48 2016 Readers’ Choice

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Dustin Roehrig /Chief_Market Thursday, August 11, 2016

Ice Cream FIRST PLACE

Eric's Ice Cream Factory Location: 1830 E. Second St., 1225 S. Clinton St. and 1600 N. Clinton St., Defiance; 1022 Center St., Bryan Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 1830 E. Second: 419-770-2422; 1225 S. Clinton: 419-784-2422; 1600 N. Clinton: 419-980-5923; Bryan: 419-633-2690 Eric's Ice Cream Factory features fantastic, homemade ice cream, made right here in Defiance. Eric's features both homemade, hand-crafted, hard ice cream and soft serve ice cream.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

DQ Grill & Chill

Dad's Dairy Depot

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

Location: 1845 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Friday, 4 p.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Eric’s Ice Cream Factory, voted favorite place for ice cream winner feature its own homemade ice cream. Above Olivia Mast serves an ice cream cone at one of Eric’s five area locations.

Thank You for voting us Best Ice Cream In The Region 10 years in a row!

215 East Wooster Bowling Green, OH Thursday, August 11, 2016

1022 Center Street Bryan, OH

1830 East Second Defiance, OH

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1600 North Clinton Defiance, OH

1225 South Clinton Defiance, OH

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Italian Cuisine FIRST PLACE

SECOND PLACE

Stefano's Ristorante Rafife's Location: 515 Hopkins St., Mediterranean Defiance Bistro & Sam's Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; bar is open Bar and Grill Wednesday-Saturday, 4 p.m.2:30 a.m.

Phone: 419-784-0111 Since 1986, Defiance restaurant owner Stephan Assaf has successfully served the finest authentic Italian food in his Defiance establishment.

His current facility is Stefano's Ristorante and also specializes in delicious prime rib and seafood.

Location: 1829 E. 2nd St., Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.2 p.m.; 3:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Saturday, 3:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Kitchen and bar open until 1 a.m. Thursday-Saturday; Closed Sunday and Monday.

Phone: 419-782-6868

THIRD PLACE

Applebee’s Stefano’s Ristorante was voted by Crescent-News readers as their favorite place for Italian cuisine, a category offered for the first time this year.

Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.midnight Phone: 419-784-2279

Pizza FIRST PLACE

Lefty's Pizza Location: 1018 Ralston Ave., Suite 101, Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-0789 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.

SECOND PLACE (TIE)

Marco's Pizza Location: 900 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-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

SECOND PLACE

Pizza Hut

Jessica and Christopher Watts watch as Lori McCormick (left) prepares a pizza at Lefty’s Pizza. Lefty’s works to find the best ingredients for their pizza and is this year’s selection for favorite place for pizza.

Location: 1133 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sun.-Thurs.,, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight Phone: 419-782-8314

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Produce FIRST PLACE

Meijer Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-783-2800 Meijer receives fresh produce deliveries six to seven days per week. We carry many locally grown items, in addition to organic items. We work hard to offer a great shopping experience, every time you shop with us!

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Chief Supermarket Kroger Daniel Barajas, Brian Cherry and Mark Fackler stand with a produce display at Meijer. Meijer is this year’s Best Produce winner. Meijer receives fresh produce deliveries six to seven days a week and offers locally grown and organic produce as well.

Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Defiance, MondaySunday, 6 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: Defiance, 419-782-9156

Location: 1890 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5742

Lunch FIRST PLACE

SECOND PLACE

Kissner's

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! Look us up on Facebook, "Buds Restaurant".

Location: 524 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-1116

THIRD PLACE

Sweetwater Chophouse Location: 211 Carpenter Rd., 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

“I credit my staff for all their hardwork! “

Honored to be at the top of your list for 10 Straight Years. THANK YOU.

- Karl Kissner Waitress Heather Meenan serves her customers LouAnn and David Kanagy with a smile at Bud’s Restaurant. Bud’s is this year’s Best Lunch winner. Its menu features both old style comfort foods and new dishes that keep up with the current trends.

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BANQUET ROOMS - HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE Check us out online at: www.kissnersrestaurant.com Check us out on Facebook

Downtown Defiance, OH • OPEN 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM

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Meat Counter

Jacob’s Meats, which began as a slaughterhouse and wholesale meat business back in the 1940’s, not only produces top quality meats for its retail store on State Route 66, but for many of the area’s finest restaurants, also. Pictured is owner Mike Stork (right) along with employee Lyndi Brown. The Stork family has owned the business since 1964.

FIRST PLACE

The Best Choice...

Jacob's Meats Location: 08127 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.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Chief Supermarket Fort Defiance Location: Defiance, Napoleon, Meats Bryan, Wauseon, Paulding Hours: Defiance, MondaySunday, 6 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: Defiance, 419-782-9156

Location: 1214 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-2982

THANK YOU! LEAN MEATY SLAB-STYLE

$3.00 OFF 5 LB. BOXED

PORK SPARERIBS

SPECIAL PRICE!

10 LB. BOXED RIB TIPS

ONLY

GROUND CHUCK PATTIES

$19.95

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SH HEALTHY FAVORITE! FRE SKINLESS BONELESS

CHICKEN BREAST ONLY

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FREE! ONE DOZEN

LARGE EGGS

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$5.00 ea.

LIMIT 10

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$12.90

9 OZ. ANGUS BEEF

$1.99 lb.

CHEESE CHUNKS

$1.89lb.

WITH $15.00 MEAT PURCHASE LIMIT 1 DOZEN

AUGUST GRILL MEAT PACKAGE FREE! 1 LB. PORK SAUASGE

ONLY

$59.95

PHONE: 419-782-7831 or FAX an order at: 419-782-8128 Food Stamps Welcome

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Open Mon.-Fri. 7-5; Sat. 7 to Noon

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Mexican Cuisine FIRST PLACE

Casa Vieja Mexican Grill 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.

SECOND PLACE

El Mezcal

THIRD PLACE

Dos Amigos

Location: 1495 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2201

Location: 1121 Harrison Ave., Defiance Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.7 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-1962

Sergio Mata rings up a bill at the register of Casa Vieja Mexican Grill.

Casa Vieja, celebrating its ninth anniversary, has been the area’s favorite mexican restaurant the past four years.

Thank you for choosing us

1ST PLACE FOR MEXICAN FOOD! A special thanks to Defiance City for your support and continued loyalty the past 9 years.

ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL Thursday, August 25th 10% OFF your entire bill!

Help us celebrate our 9 year anniversary!

Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant is a family owned business with 3 locations!

Defiance, Archbold & Opening soon....

100 Jackson St., Delta, OH

Thursday, August 11, 2016

1048 E. Second St. Defiance, OH 43512

419-782-7624

Some try to copy, but Casa Vieja has the original best food!

Case Vieja is not affiliated with any other Mexican Restaurant.

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Steak FIRST PLACE

Applebee's Location: 1003 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.midnight Phone: 419-784-2279 Applebee's is the largest casualdining 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 Applebee’s waitress Liz Foster serves Dustin Siler and Kris Casey a juicy pick it up with carside to-go serviceApplebee’s steak. Applebee’s, the world’s largest casual-dining chain, is where they deliver your hot food right to your car. this year’s Best Steak winner.

SECOND PLACE

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

THIRD PLACE

Jewell Cafe Location: 27983 Jewell Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.

Phone: 419-497-5211

Wings FIRST PLACE

Buffalo Wild Wings Location: 1120 Hotel Drive, Defiance Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 a.m.

Phone: 419-784-9464 The Buffalo Wild Wings team strives for our guests to receive the ultimate experience while visiting our location. Be our MVP and enjoy Fast Break Lunch (15 minutes or less), Wing Tuesday, Boneless Thursday, Happy Hour or our Party Menu! We are wings, beer, sports.

SECOND PLACE

Jersey's Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-956-0925

THIRD PLACE

Frickers Location: 1005 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Sunday, 11 a.m.- 2:30 a.m.

Phone: 419-782-9464

Buffalo Wild Wings, this year’s winner for favoite place for wings, offers an extensive menu of wing selections. Pictured above, Dawn Steffey (right) serves baskets of BWW’s award-winning wings to Samantha Wanemacher and Blake, Emily and Arya Creque.

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Sub /Deli Sandwiches FIRST PLACE

Subway Location: 825 N. Clinton St., 1804 N. Clinton St. (WalMart), 1203 S. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 825 N. Clinton St. and 1203 S. Clinton St.: Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; 1804 N. Clinton St. (Walmart): Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Phone: 825 N. Clinton St.: 419-782-2448; 1203 S. Clinton St.: 419-782 2558; 1804 N. Clinton St. (Walmart): 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 attributes its winning way to the great customers that visit Subway daily, making the job enjoyable each and every day.

SECOND PLACE

THIRD PLACE

Jersey's Gameday Grill Location: 1995 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 11 a.m.midnight; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Phone: 419-956-0925

Marco's Pizza Location: 900 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-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

Thanks for your loyalty and support by voting our subs

Subway employee Cheryl Minahan hands a customer his sandwich.

Subway is this year’s Best Sub and Deli Sandwich winner. Subway offers a wide variety of customizable sandwiches made with fresh-cut vegetables and bread baked daily.

Best of the Region!

825 N. Clinton St. 419-782-2448 1203 S. Clinton St. 419-782-2558 Defiance, Ohio

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To Our Valued Customers

Thanks for the vote of confidence. It has been our pleasure serving you!

LOAD IN YOUR WORST. MAYTAG WILL GIVE IT THE BEST. With the PowerWash® system, only a Maytag® washer rolls up its sleeves to give you the Best Cleaning in the industry.* And we’re proud to say they’re designed, engineered and assembled in the U.S.A.

“C” Stephens Inc.

311 E. Second St., Defiance • 419-782-7741 HOURS: Mon., 9am - 8pm; Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9am - 6pm; Sat. 9am - 3pm 56 2016 Readers’ Choice

Over 70 years Selling in Defiance Area

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Appliance Store FIRST PLACE

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.

SECOND PLACE

Lowe's Location: 1831 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-9000

THIRD PLACE

Zeller Appliance Location: 622 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-3317

Mary Jackson (left) and Debbie Flores stand behind a row of stoves at C Stephens, Inc. C Stephens was voted this year’s favorite appliance store.

It is a locally-owned business that has been in Defiance since 1946.

Clothing FIRST PLACE

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: 419-782-0518 The staff is proud to serve Defiance and the surrounding counties by delivering the best quality for the best price with great savings for the family.

It is always striving to give customers a great shopping experience through its customer service and great availability of items.

SECOND PLACE

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, Children's ext. 292; Men's 336; Women's 330

THIRD PLACE

Marshall's Location: 1500 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-2490

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Kohl’s, this year’s favorite clothing store, prides itself on excellent customer service and great savings. Store manager MJ Theodore (left) and assistant store manager Randi Manon sort a rack of stylish clothing at Kohl’s.

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Flower Shop FIRST PLACE

Kircher's Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-5321 Kircher's friendly customer service associates and artistic floral designers aim to make every customer's flower buying experience simple and enjoyable.

The staff at Kircher's works hard at providing excellent customer service and the highest quality products in the area.

SECOND PLACE

Fancy Petals Florist

Joann Priest creates a floral arrangement at Kircher’s Flowers. Kircher’s is this year’s Best Flower Shop winner. It takes pride in its floral designers’ talents and its friendly customer service.

Location: 301 Hopkins St., Defiance Hours: Summer hours, MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon; After Labor Day, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-4353

THIRD PLACE

Kroger Location: 1882 E. Second St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours every day Phone: 419-784-5740

Gift Shop FIRST PLACE

Four All Seasons Location: 316 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-4227 We are so honored to be selected as the 2016 Reader's Choice for best gift shop.

We treasure our loyal customers and the friendships that have developed over the years. We strive to offer a variety of gifts for any occasion and offer friendly customer service. We think of our customers as family, so we would like to show our appreciation to you during our ninth anniversary celebration from Aug. 1113. Stop by for refreshments and receive 20 percent off one item.

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!

Four All Seasons, celebrating its ninth anniversary in August, was voted the area’s favorite gift shop. Connie Gruenhagen displays some of the items available for purchase at Four All Seasons.

SECOND PLACE

The Nest 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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Location: 635 Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Phone: 419-438-8186

THIRD PLACE

Kircher's Flowers Location: 1119 Jefferson Ave., Defiance Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-784-5318 Thursday, August 11, 2016

Computer Store

Daniel Starr displays a laptop at Solid Rock Computers. Solid Rock is this year’s Best Computer Store. Solid Rock has been serving northwest Ohio for more than 16 years.

THANK YOU FOR VOTING OUR ESTABLISHMENT #1

FIRST PLACE

Solid Rock Computers Location: 517 W. Second St., Defiance; 818 Perry St., Napoleon Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Phone: Defiance, 419-782-6151; Napoleon, 419-592-2600 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 over 11,000 customers and 400+ business clients.

SECOND PLACE

Office Max 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

1st

#1 Computer Store!

THIRD PLACE

Walmart Location: 1804 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-2390

Please visit our Defiance location or for your convenience, we have a store in Napoleon

WE MOVED!

NOW LOCATED AT

517 W. Second St., Defiance 818 N. Perry, Napoleon

419-782-6157

419-592-2600

Business Technology Specialists

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Thank You to the BEST customers IN THE REGION for voting us #1 for 10 straight years!

We will continue to work to exceed your expectations.

Proud of Our Community. Proud of Our Employees. Thankful for our Customers.

Our Employees and their Families

Andy, Andrea, Trace and Nicholas Buchholz

Laurie Ziegler and Ken Cymbola

Steve and Marilynn Buchholz

John & Denise Pannell

Michael, Megan, McKenna, Madison and McKailyn Shock

John & Silvia Ricica

David Kruse & Maxx

Dena, Tim, Kendall and Aden Shafer

Amanda, Abby, Terri, Emily and Allison Willitzer

Our Community is important to us

Our Community has supported us and helped us become successful. We appreciate our customers, we wouldn’t be here without you. You are important to us so we constantly strive to be the best we can be for our customers, we truly enjoy helping you make your house your home.

Owners Lynn and Sharon

As owners, we are actively involved in the day to day operation of our business. We try to offer the best customer service we can. We pride ourselves in having beautiful furniture on display in our showroom and if you don’t see what you are looking for, we will be happy to assist you in ordering that perfect piece for your home.

1710 Jefferson Avenue, Defiance, Ohio • (419) 782-6801

www.kensfurnitureinc.com

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Furniture Store FIRST PLACE

SECOND PLACE

Ken's Furniture

Ashley Furniture Home Store

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.-4 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 community-minded supporting several charitable causes including: The Furniture Bank and the House of Ruth. Celebrating its 43rd anniversary this year, Ken's has served multiple generations of furniture shoppers and looks forward to continuing this tradition.

Location: 130 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-782-3131

THIRD PLACE

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 or 419-980-8600

Andy Buchholz and David Kruse load a chair for delivery from Ken’s Furniture. Ken’s is this year’s Best Furniture Store winner. Ken’s Furniture celebrates its 43rd anniversary this year.

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Jewelry FIRST PLACE

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, engagement rings as well as classic and trendy fashion jewelry. With expert repairs on-site and custom design services, its friendly and knowledgeable staff creates a unique and fun jewelry buying experience. Let Stambaugh Jewelers show you why no one does "I do" like they do."

SECOND PLACE

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: 419-782-0518

THIRD PLACE

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, Children's ext. 292; Men's 336; Women's 330

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Scott Stambaugh (left) assists a customer at Stambaugh Jewelers, this year’s winner for best jewelry. Stambaugh Jewelers is a third-generation independent jewelry store that also offers on-site repairs and custom design services.

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Pet Supplies FIRST PLACE

Pet Supplies Plus Location: 1524 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 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.

SECOND PLACE

Walmart

THIRD PLACE

Meijer

Location: 1805 N. Clinton St., Defiance Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-784-2389

Location: 137 Elliott Road, Defiance Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week Phone: 419-783-2800

Trisha Melioli holds a pet ferret at Pet Supplies Plus. Pet Supplies Plus is this year’s winner in the pet supplies store category. The staff at Pet Supplies Plus offers a wide selection of pet foods, toys and other supplies and can also assist with choosing a healthy diet, the best toys and a safe environment for your pet.

Water Conditioning Supplier FIRST PLACE

SECOND PLACE

Culligan Location: 22183 Ohio 18, Defiance; 425 Winzeler Drive, Bryan Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon Phone: Defiance, 419-782-9756; Bryan, 419-636-2236 Culligan has offered quality water treatment products in the area for over 55 years. Water treatment for households, businesses, factories and ponds is the main focus of business for Culligan. State of the art equipment, along with life warranties and a service department on call six days a week, make great customer service possible. The most important asset to Culligan is customer satisfaction and that is why it offers 24-hour vending at a very low cost. Greg VanDyke leads the staff in offering services that will meet each customer's needs.

®

better water. pure and simple.®

Memmer's Water Tech Inc. Location: 26705 Blanchard Rd., Defiance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: 419-395-2252

THIRD PLACE

Chad's Water Treatment Location: 1004 Westfield Ave., Bryan Hours: By appointment Phone: 567-239-8252

Greg VanDyke www.culligan.com 419.782.9756 / 419.636.2236 / 419.542.6171 Water Softening • Bottled/Drinking Water Commercial • Salt Delivery • Sulfur Removal Pond Treatment • Sales & Service

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When area residents say “Hey, Culligan Man,” they are referring to Greg VanDyke of Culligan Sales and Service of Northwest Ohio.

VanDyke has been offering his expert knowledge of water quality for more than 25 years, earning an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Above, Van Dyke prepares a high efficiency water softener for installation.

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For your votes & for your business!

FAVORITE NEW CAR DEALERSHIP FAVORITE USED CAR DEALERSHIP

THE ESTLE CHEVROLET CADILLAC SALES STAFF. Left to Right: Todd Bartley (General Manager), Kent Hoffman, Bob Gutman, Robert Burton, Billy Nossaman, Mark Chamberlain, Lance Estle, Andrea Estle, Mike Meyer (Finance Manager), Tom Davis, Fritz Fortman, Bob Estle (Owner)

Creating a New Dealership...

One Satisfied Customer at a time!

1515 North Clinton St. Defiance, Ohio

419-782-8015 or Toll-Free 1-888-782-8015

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