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Table of Contents
3 Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 5 Lighthouse Financial Services 7 Indiana Real Estate Connection 9 El Compadre Mexican Restaurant 11 Williams Carpenter Realtors 13 Ringer and Daniels 15 Gallion’s Supermarket
Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center By Lee Hadley
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oosiers are living longer than ever before but longevity also poses challenges. There is an everincreasing need for quality health care for older citizens. Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was one of the first health care facilities to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the Bedford area. With both shortterm and long-term care available, Westview stands ready to meet the needs of an aging population. “Westview is a stable health care facility that has been serving the community for 46 years,” said Diane Baxter, director of marketing and admissions. “Health care is rapidly changing and Westview strives to be a leader in new training techniques and technology.” The facility offers private shortterm rehabilitation suites and private short-term Medicaid suites. Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational and speech therapy. The Auguste’s Cottage Memory Care facility serves as a resource for Alzheimer’s and dementia-related questions and concerns. Respite care and hospice care are also available. Westview partners with many
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Health care is rapidly changing and Westview strives to be a leader in new training techniques and technology.” –Diane Baxter other health care organizations to provide continuity of care for residents. Physicians and hospital case managers often assist the Westview team in educating the community about available services. Word of mouth recommendations are one of the facility’s top sources of referrals. “The goal of these partnerships
is to provide the highest quality of life possible for our residents,” said Baxter. “In the 2015 customer satisfaction survey, 99 percent of respondents stated that they were satisfied with the quality of care provided.” Television and telephone service are available to both short-term and long-term residents at no extra charge, and the facility also offers transportation to and from local appointments, including dialysis. On-site amenities include an in-house beauty and barber shop, laundry services, pet therapy, and 24/7 visitation hours. Westview can also assist with pre-surgery planning, including reserving a suite prior to scheduled surgery. By handling all of the details ahead of time, Westview is able to provide peace of mind, without any unwelcome financial surprises, for surgery patients. To stay active in the local community, Westview hosts events at assisted living facilities, senior citizens centers and senior apartments in the Bedford area. There is a lighthearted Brunch and Bingo gathering on the third Tuesday of each month, which takes place at Westview. On the third Thursday of
each month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Westview provides a pastry and coffee event for patrons aged 55 and older at Magic Morning Bakery. Westview is managed by American Senior Communities, which has more than 90 locations across Indiana. Westview’s staff is experienced in facilitating emergency admissions from home and knows how to work with the Medicaid process. The management team has more than 280 years of collective health care experience. Westview provides full-time, part-time and temporary employment for more than 100 citizens of Bedford and the surrounding area. The facility works hard to maintain a tight-knit group of employees who care about clients and each other. Staff members participate in monthly team-building events, have opportunities to earn “CARE bucks” to shop in the Westview store and enjoy discounts for many services. “Westview focuses on ‘growing our own’ and strives to assist employees in advancing their careers with education and promotions,” Baxter said. “At Westview, caring people make the difference.” See our ad on the back page
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The team at Lighthouse has closed multiple loans with our company over the last year and as someone that works with brokers all over the country I have to say I’m impressed! As a representative of one of the country’s largest mortgage lenders, I work with brokers all over the United States and there are not many brokers out there that can do what they do, which is why most of their loans close in an average of 15 days!
- Steve A.
We just want to say “thank you” to Lighthouse Financial Services of Indiana. We are extremely satisfied with the entire loan process, and how they worked so hard for us. Going through a home buying experience is never easy, yet they made us feel very comfortable and each step was clearly communicated. We truly appreciate the honesty and integrity that they have, and the personal relationships with their clients.
- R. and B. Delphia
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EMAIL: jparsley@lighthousein.com
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We help first time home buyers navigate the process to home ownership.” – Jason P. Parsley
Lighthouse Financial Services B By Lee Hadley
uying a new home can be scary. It’s the single biggest financial transaction most people will conduct in their lives — a seemingly endless parade of numbers and obscure terms that invoke stress and confusion. With so many financing options available — or so few, depending on circumstances — the steady guiding hand of a knowledgeable mortgage professional can make all the difference. “We help first time home buyers navigate the process to home ownership,” said Jason P. Parsley, owner of Lighthouse Financial Services, originators of VA, FHA, USDA and conventional loans. Since every financial situation is different, the mortgage process starts with gathering some basic information about the buyer’s desired loan, current income and debt obligation. Lighthouse Financial Services has a convenient online form to begin the application process. Buyers will be promptly contacted by a loan officer to discuss their needs in more depth and to explore the loan options that will meet their needs. Most conventional loan programs offer competitive interest rates, but most also usually require a five
percent down payment and a “fair” to “good” credit score. Some buyers may fail to meet this standard. but there are programs designed to help those unable to qualify for a conventional loan. “We are actively adding new lending licenses and programs to better help all home buyers,” said Parsley. Among programs that help home buyers is the FHA loan program, which is backed by the Federal Housing Administration. Home buyers have an easier time qualifying for an FHA mortgage because the lender incurs less risk. Borrowers who typically benefit most by an FHA loan are first-time buyers and those who have less than perfect credit — and those with small down payments, since an FHA loan requires a down payment of just three percent. The VA loan program also helps many clients who work with Lighthouse Financial Services. A VA loan is a mortgage loan guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. This program is available to almost all active duty personnel and honorably discharged veterans. Parsley takes special pride in helping veterans achieve their dream of home ownership.
“We do our best to take care of our veterans,” he said. “They have done so much for us with their service to the country.” Qualified VA borrowers can purchase a home with no money down and do not pay private mortgage insurance. The Department of Veteran Affairs charges a funding fee for the service of guaranteeing the loan, but the fee can be wrapped into the mortgage. Some disabled veterans may qualify for a waiver of the funding fee if they receive any disability payments from the VA or if they are considered to be at least 10 percent disabled. Lighthouse Financial Services can also help customers identify types of loans they might not be familiar with, like USDA loans. Borrowers who are purchasing or refinanc-
ing outside of major metropolitan areas might qualify for a USDA loan insured by the US Department of Agriculture. Not just for farmers, these loans are generally available to anyone who meets minimum credit guidelines and local area income requirements. Many small communities just outside of metropolitan areas qualify as rural areas according to the Department of Agriculture, and these flexible loans can be used for existing homes, foreclosures or new construction with no prepayment penalty. Every mortgage program at Lighthouse Financial Services also comes with Parsley’s personal commitment to quality customer service. “Clients are not just a number here,” said Parsley. “We appreciate and take care of our home buyers.”
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Indiana
RealEstateConnection 2427 Washington avenue • Bedford, IndIana 47421
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“Get Results With Professionals!”
Your Indiana Real Estate Connection Team Amy Seputis-Roll, Broker
Diana Underwood, Broker
Amy moved to Mitchell in 2001 with her family to attend Indiana University. With a strong passion for animals, she began to work at Bedford Veterinary Medical Center in 2002 as a veterinarian assistant. Jack and Karen Jones met Amy when they brought their pets to the office. Jack had listed Amy’s first home and he had commented that the home was staged well and she should sell real estate. She thought about it and decided she really did love keeping informed about homes that were bought and sold in the area. She decided to get her license and start her new adventure with Jack and Karen Jones at Indiana Real Estate Connection. Amy continues to work part time at Bedford Veterinary Medical Center because she still loves working with her vet family, all the furbabies, and their owners. Since she does work at the vets many people ask if she is a full time realtor, and her answer is “YES!” Since becoming a Realtor, Amy has become very experienced in the process of buying and selling homes of not only owner owned homes but also foreclosed homes. Amy has a passion to be the very best at what she does, staying up to date daily in order to make certain each transaction is completed with utmost professionalism and concern for her clients. She has been told by her clients that she goes above and beyond the call of a realtor to have a transaction close. Amy loves being a realtor, and being able to see the smiles on peoples’ faces when they find the home they love! She also says that she loves being a part of the Indiana Real Estate Connection Team!
I am a local person growing up in northern Lawrence County, Needmore area and attended Indiana University. I had a great career teaching elementary school f or 42 years. It was very rewarding and I met so many wonderful students, parents, and fellow teachers. Later in my career I decided to pursue real estate as well. I began in 1980 and worked at two other agencies before coming to Indiana Real Estate Connection. I truly enjoy working with our agents. I have the opportunity to meet new clients and assist them in making their choices for a new home. I have had experience in managing foreclosed properties. Real estate is like all businesses, things are always changing. I do wish to use my skills and experience to help people make the best choices for their lives. Do give me a call and I will be happy to help begin the path to satisfaction in buying and/or selling.
812-675-1200 griffie127@yahoo.com
Kathy Mowery, Broker 812-279-2424 Kmowery22@yahoo.com
I am a Lawrence county native, growing up in the Springville area, and graduating from Oolitic High School. My husband David and I have 2 daughters, Darla (Trent) Anderson and Beth (Kurt) Godlevske and 5 grandchildren. I grew up in a retail environment with my father owning Parker Volkswagon. By watching my dad at an early age, I learned the importance of honesty and taking care of the customers’ needs and satisfaction. This has enabled me to work with the public and help them with all of their real estate needs. I have been in the real estate world since 1978. I have enjoyed the many people I have met in my years of working with real estate and helping them to find the exact home for their needs. I retired from Ford-Visteon in 2008 and since have been in the real estate field full time. Buying or selling a home is a forever changing business, give me a call and let me help you in your pursuit of your “Forever Home”.
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Ruby Fletcher-Robertson, Broker
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My interest in the real estate business began when my first husband’s uncle, John Bridges, talked to Mike and me about his rental properties and gave us a book about the management of rentals. John Bridges and that book were the spark that led my husband and myself into obtaining our real estate licenses in 1973. That’s when I got the Real Estate ‘bug’, so to speak, and have never gotten rid of it! We liked working on properties that needed to be brought up to speed so that led us into flipping some homes and obtaining some rentals through the years that followed. I’ve always enjoyed all aspects of the real estate field and enjoy meeting the wonderf rful people associated with the business. Along with selling real estate I’ve spent time in the classroom for a total of thirt rty-eight years. Most of my teaching time was at Oolitic Jr Hi/Middle School where I taught Science. Many wonderf rful people went through my Science class and I call many of them friends today. I have two sons. Devin, my older son, works at Crane and he and his family live nearby. Daniel, my younger son, works for Stanley Corporation in Indy and his family live in Fishers Indiana. My husband Dan and I live on a small farm near Bedford and spoil our grandchildren when we get the chance. We are members of Leatherwood Christian Church and love part rticipating in activities of the church. We belong to the TriCounty Antique Tractor Club and you can find us at many local antique tractor shows. I enjoy the activities of the Altrusan Sorority along with gardening and reading in my spare time. I’ve met many wonderf rful and interesting people associated with real estate sales. I’ve always liked the fact that no two days were exactly alike. It is fun helping clients find that propert rty that is just right for them. Every client is diff fferent and every propert rty is diff fferent, so having the right help in the process is imperative. You can get the right people to help in the process at Indiana Real Estate Connection. I’m proud to be a Realtor at Indiana Real Estate Connection where you will find the experience, the knowledge, and the help you might need to accomplish all of your real estate dreams.
Jack Jones, Broker Owner 812-583-1166
Rich Murdy, Broker 812-278-0699 rmurdy@hotmail.com
Rich start rted as a Real Estate Agent in the early 1990’s and became an associate broker about three years later. Rich enjoys buying and selling vacant lots and has always loved to deal with open land. Some of Rich’s interest include flying. He is a Pilot ften. Rich is also a professional Engineer, and flies over the area quite oft rt time Locksmith, and a Ham Radio operator (Hamsphere). As a part rt of a Ham Radio operator Rich is a VE Tester for new people part rface Warf rfare trying to get their license. Rich retired from Naval Surf fter 41 years and 10 month’s service as a Mechanical and center aft Electronics Engineer. He has a BSME from Iowa State University, Ames IA and an MSEE from Rose Hulman Terre Haute IN. Rich is a Veteran of the US Army and was a Light Weapons Infantry in the Vietnam war. He now does volunteer work for the Veterans Administration by driving for the VA. two days a month. We at Indiana Real Estate Connection thank Rich and all Veteran’s for their service and are proud to have a veteran on our team of Realtors.
Karen Jones, Office Administrator 812-277-9227
Karen received her Real Estate license in 2008. She has worked as office administrator and agent until 2015, when at this time she put her license in referral and remains the office administrator. Karen has always backed me in everything I’ve done, and has supported me with a never give-up attitude. The old saying behind every successful man is a strong woman and I believe that to be true. Before Karen went into Real Estate she had a very successful cleaning business. Karen loves animals and works hard to give the best possible care to all of her pets. She has taken in several dogs and cats over the years and when she sees one in need she never just drives by, she stops and helps with whatever is needed. Here is just one true story, I’ll tell and try to keep it short. When traveling down 16th Street a truck was pulling out of the shopping strip mall, Karen noticed a small kitten falling out from under the engine area of the truck into the street. We stopped, Karen gets out, grabs up this mangled little kitten, not considering the heavy traffic and her own safety. When she was able to get back in our car we noticed Karen’s arms were scratched and her hands had been bitten out of fear from the kitten. We rushed the kitten to the vets not knowing just how bad the kitten was. Sadly, the kitten had to be put down. I would say that’s the end of the story but now that Karen had these bites and scratches from a kitten that no one knew where it came from, she had to be treated for possible rabies. Karen is just that type of person. Her heart is so full of love for these sweet little animals that can’t speak for themselves. I think someday when we get to heaven there will be several little dogs and kittens waiting just to say thank you to Karen.
Visit www.IndianaRealEstateConnection.com For More Information
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We do more than just show homes.” – Jack Jones
Indiana Real Estate Connection
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ack Jones, broker and owner of Indiana Real Estate Connection, feels strongly that real estate is not just about buying and selling property — it’s about people. And while he has worked in real estate for more than 10 years, he didn’t develop this philosophy behind a desk. He developed it behind a grocery counter. For more than 23 years, Jack Jones worked six days a week as a meat cutter. “When you think about it, going to the grocery every week is not the most pleasant thing,” Jones said. He recalled that when customers seemed weary of weekly trips to the grocery, he engaged them in conversation. He listened to people who visited his counter, letting them share their comments, feelings and frustrations. These conversations helped him become a better listener. When he helped his parents
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relocate to southern Indiana, the owner of the company that built his parents’ home took notice of his skills with the process — and with Jack Jones people. Within a few years, Jones was selling manufactured homes for a living. After receiving licensure as a real estate broker, Jones opened Indiana Real Estate Connection in 2007. Indiana Real Estate Connection has a staff of several full-time brokers who are committed to helping people accomplish their buying and selling goals. “We do more than just show homes,” Jones said. Staff members guide buyers through every step of their real estate transactions, which can be as unique as the people they
serve. They help buyers secure financing and connect them with home inspectors. They consider taxes, interest, and insurance costs when providing buyers with realistic estimates of monthly payments. Jones cited Luke 6:31 — “Do to others as you would have them do to you” — as the company mantra, adding that when staff treat clients the way they would like to be treated, everyone feels more comfortable and confident with the process. Jones added that patience is also critical in real estate matters. Brokers often use terminology that is unfamiliar to first-time buyers and sellers. Helping clients understand what is happening can make the process run much more smoothly. Buyers and sellers aren’t the only ones who benefit from this approach. White River Humane Society, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Bedford
Police Department are just some of the organizations that Indiana Real Estate Connection supports on a regular basis. They also participate in Safe Night, a free event that aims to prevent drug and alcohol use in young people by offering fun, safe alternative activities. Jones sees real estate as a field that is constantly changing. His staff, along with other members of the Bedford Board of Realtors, stays up-to-date with trends, regulations and other factors that influence buying and selling throughout the region. He believes that all realtors in the Bedford area do a remarkable job of working together to help clients in the area. When it comes to what he really wants people to know about Indiana Real Estate Connection, Jones said the message is simple: “Our goal is to have happy satisfied clients, and we want you to be one of them.”
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felio “Roy” Perez and Guadalupe “Lupe” Perez, owners of El Compadre Mexican Restaurant, know exactly who should receive the credit for their continued growth: customers.
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– Roy Perez “It’s all about how the towns and cities we are expanding into receive us,” said Roy Perez. “We really rely on the people to be open to a new place and welcome us.” The Perezes opened the first El Compadre in Paoli with partner Jose Nunez in 2005 to provide casual dining, good Mexican food and great service. It proved to be a popular combination and the restaurant soon expanded to Mitchell and Bedford. Nunez retired near the end of 2015, leaving Roy and Lupe to run all three locations. “We decided to expand to Bedford because of how well the business was doing in Mitchell, “said Roy Perez. “We had many customers coming from Bedford encouraging us to open an El Compadre
there too.” Patrons come from all over the region to enjoy El Compadre’s authentic Mexican food and margaritas. Chips and salsa are complimentary and drink specials are plentiful. “We just try to please all of our customers from all around central Indiana,” said Roy Perez. The restaurant employs more
than 30 people across the three locations. It’s a lot of lives to for the Perezes juggle, but the employees are part of the family in “family business.” “The diversity of our employees is one of the things that we are most proud of,” said Roy Perez. “We offer employment to single mothers, college students, recent graduates and even some high school
students, and they have the opportunity to hold a number of different positions in our company.” El Compadre offers to-go orders at every location, which include chips and salsa. All three locations also offer party rooms for rent, and the party rooms stay busy. “We’ve had baby showers, birthdays, graduation parties and even makeovers,” said Roy Perez. “If you can think of a reason to have a party, we have a room for you.” The Perezes are pondering future expansions of the restaurant but loyal customers can rest assured that the high standards of El Compadre Mexican Restaurant will be maintained. “We would like to thank all of customers for their continuous support and acceptance into the community,” said Roy Perez. “We will continue to strive for a nice, clean and professional restaurant — and of course innovating new and delicious Mexican food.”
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n 1973, Bedford businessman Cecil Williams opened a small real estate office in a corner of his Carousel Restaurant. The restaurant is long gone but the real estate business quickly grew to be Lawrence County’s top real estate firm. In 2000, Williams Realtors merged with an Indianapolis company to create Williams Carpenter Realtors. Today, Williams Carpenter Realtors provides complete residential real estate services from 31 locations around central and southern Indiana. “Our real estate services are designed to make buying or selling a home easier, quicker and more rewarding, “ said Susan Wykoff, managing broker for the Bedford office. The key to Williams Carpenter Realtors’ success is having 650 agents serving Indiana’s home buyers and sellers. Seventeen of these agents work in the Bedford office. The company prides itself on offering the most extensive training program for real estate agents
in Indiana. “If our agents are successful in listing and selling homes, while creating a satisfied client for life, we consider the Susan Wykoff company successful,” said Jim Newell, director of marketing/advertising. “Their success translates to our success.” The company does everything it can to make sure potential buyers are looking at Williams Carpenter homes. Buyers and sellers alike benefit from the company’s extensive promotion of its listings and the company’s brand. “Most real estate companies put a sign in their client’s yard and a listing on the internet,” said Newell. “Our Home Marketing System uses a multi-media advertising approach that reaches more potential buyers.” Williams Carpenter Realtors
can advertise homes in two dozen newspapers, an in-house magazine with 50,000 copies distributed across Indiana, a weekly TV program called Showcase of Homes every Sunday morning on RTV6 and a TV Home of the Day commercial during the daily RTV6 6 p.m. news. Its online presence is extensive, combining a complete saturation of local and international real estate websites with its own homegrown smartphone app. This integrated approach is designed to allow Williams Carpenter Realtors to sell homes faster, for more money and with minimal inconvenience to the seller. Although growing quickly — the company added 100 new agents this year and completed mergers with three smaller firms — Williams Carpenter Realtors is committed to upholding its high standards. “We’re always looking for opportunities to expand our presence in Indiana,” said Newell.
“The biggest challenge is finding the people or company that best matches our company attitude.” As a local company that has enjoyed sustained success throughout Indiana and beyond, Williams Carpenter Realtors understands the value of community roots but it is also able to bring strong corporate partnerships to the neighborhoods it serves. “We partner with numerous corporate sponsors operating in the Bedford area or in conjunction with the local Bedford office, including Ruoff Home Mortgage, HSA Home Warranty, Regions Bank and many more,” said Wykoff. “Our services don’t stop at the county line,” she added. “We also offer a comprehensive relocation center, servicing transferring families and corporations. Our team of dedicated relocation specialists will assist from start to finish, across Indiana, across America or globally in 40 countries around the world.”
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ane Austen wrote, “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” But if your home is in southern Indiana, it can be hard to find comfort in peak summer heat. Fortunately, Ringer and Daniels can help. Since 1994, owner Jeff Ringer and his staff have provided reliable, local support for HVAC systems of all kinds. Their staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to respond to emergency requests when the air gets too warm — or cold — for your home or business. Ringer and Daniels service all brands of HVAC systems, and their experts are prepared to install custom ductwork, geothermal loops and other cutting-edge technology that maximizes comfort while minimizing energy costs. And even if that heating or cooling emergency
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happens in the middle of the night, Ringer and Daniels help customers sleep easy with a one-year labor warranty and 10-year part warranties on many of the HVAC components they install. Heating and air conditioning systems aren’t the only things they build to last. Ringer and Daniels also offer custom-built additions to homes and businesses, as well as custom-built homes. From start to finish, Ringer and Daniels guarantee client satisfaction on every project. They take extra steps to ensure everyone involved has a clear understanding of every task, sometimes even poring over blueprints to develop the perfect plan. The results are no surprise — in Readers’ Choice voting, TimesMail readers named Ringer and Daniels their favorite home builder for three of the last four years.
Looking to build, expand, or renovate your home? Not sure where to start? What about the cost — is it out of your price range? No need to worry; Ringer and Daniels have you covered. They offer free estimates on construction projects, as well as many other services. They have carried Better Business Bureau accreditation since 2008, and also earned a BBB rating of A+. Their technicians even carry North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification, qualifying them as “best in the trade,” according to Angela Ringer. NATE, an independent certification group for HVAC technicians, says that this certification “makes good business sense. Aside from certifying advanced training and proficiency to those in the [heating and cooling] industry, NATE-certification delivers a strong sense of pride,
professionalism and trust in those who wear our patch.” For more than 20 years, Bedford area residents have trusted their homes and businesses to the licensed professionals at Ringer and Daniels. Their constant community presence fosters a local familiarity that some businesses struggle to create. The results of their expert work — from foundation to flue, and everywhere in between — can be seen in countless homes and businesses. Whether you plan to enlist Ringer and Daniels to build an entire home or simply install a humidifier, you can be sure they are committed to excellence. Angela Ringer sums it up: “Many of us have favorite sayings or mottos we live our life by. We have two: ‘If it’s not exceptional, it’s not acceptable,’ and ‘We listen and we deliver.’”
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oyalty. Quality. Value. Meat! When you ask Gallion’s Supermarket customers why they shop at the store, you hear the same answers again and again. They’ve been loyal customers for 40 years. They get good deals at the store. And they definitely appreciate the meat. The meat counter at Gallion’s is a local favorite, known for offering fresh cut options. The store makes an effort to provide quality steaks at low prices. Their ground chuck is also a top seller. Eugene Burch, meat manager, sums up the grocery’s meat motto in four simple words: “Good service. Quality product.” Gallion’s also offers a $2.99 tenderloin that is known far and wide for its value and flavor. People sometimes call the store just to make sure tenderloins are in stock. Gallion’s employees take the notion of good value seriously. The store offers frequent specials, which are advertised in local newspapers. For example, the store recently offered a punch card promotion that gave bonus savings for loyal customers. When customers’ punch cards were full, a store manager scratched off the seal to reveal a savings between $1 and $1,000. They’ll even carry the groceries out to the car for you, a tradition since they were founded 40 years ago. Don’t forget to try the tenderloin!
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