ADVERTISING DIRECTOR JOHN PFEIFER ADVERTISING COORDINATOR KIM FOWLER GRAPHIC DESIGNERS ANDREW MCBRIDE & JAY STEMM DESIGN COORDINATOR ROSE BAFFI
You’re #1 We all like to be the best. Occasionally – or sometimes frequently – we like to think that we’re the best. That thought is sometimes rooted in reality and at other times falls closer to the “wishful thinking” category. For those of us who run a business it is an encouraging and alltoo-infrequent day when we get a call or receive a compliment from a customer telling us that we – or one of our employees – is “the best”. When hundreds of our neighbors across Southern Illinois take the time to nominate and vote local businesses as “The Best” in a particular category it should provide a sense of immense pride for the business and each of their employees. My personal inclination is to rush out and patronize every business that was a winner; starting of course with winners in the coffee and dessert categories and quickly graduating to every other food and drink related winner. It’s a selfless job to be sure, but I know I’m up to the task. Although being a resident of the area for slightly less than a year, it’s heartening for me to realize how many of the “best” winners my wife and I already have enjoyed doing business with. Our goal for 2015 is to continue to seek out the best and be exemplary consumers of all the products and services that they offer. www.thesouthern.com was again voted Best Local Website so I understand the pride that accompanies being the best in a category. I’m thankful to everyone in our newsroom who updates our desktop and mobile sites regularly throughout the day as well as everyone else at The Southern who has a hand in making our website #1. So Congratulations to all of our winners and to the thousands of Southern readers who voted this year.
John Pfeifer, Publisher The Southern Illinoisan
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2014 READERS' CHOICE FOR
PLACES FOR FOOD BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT
BEST BAR
BEST BREWERY
Honorable Mention Jakes Meat Market
First Place Fujiyama
First Place Pinch Penny Pub
First Place Big Muddy Brewing
715 N Giant City Rd #11, Carbondale, (618) 549-2000 3000 W Deyoung St, Marion, (618) 993-9686
700 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, (618) 549-3348
1430 N. 7th Street Murphysboro, (618) 684-8833 Thanks Southern Illinois for voting us the number one brewery! In July 2009, Big Muddy Brewing opened it’s doors and became the first production brewery in Southern Illinois in over 50 years. We offers tours and tastings at out taproom as well as pints and growler refills every Saturday & Sunday Noon-6pm. Tours include a souvenir pint glass and tastings of all our beer flavors. We can accommodate a limited number of people on tours, please call and make reservations ahead of time: 618-684-8833.
1842 S. Walnut Street, Murphysboro, (618) 565-5063
Runner Up Hunan 710 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-1108
Honorable Mention Thai Taste 100 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-6900
Runner Up Brews Brothers Taproom 1105 Chestnut Street, Murphysboro, (618) 687-1111
Honorable Mention John Brown’s on the Square 1000 Tower Square Plaza, Marion, (618) 997-2909
Runner Up Scratch Brewing Co. 264 Thompson Rd, Ava, (618) 426-1415
Honorable Mention St. Nicholas Brewing Company 12 S. Oak Street, Du Quoin, (618) 790-9212
BEST BURGERS First Place Fat Patties
905 S. Court St., Marion
(618) 993-3906
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611 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 529-3287 Fat Patties has everything you think you’d find inside a college-town burger joint – and more. An energetic staff, Sharpie-ed picnic tables and eclectic wall art, owner Lance Jack is committed to filling his establishment with all of the tweaks and perks that keep customers young and old coming back. Jack has made his mark on the Carbondale dining scene. Quality ingredients and unique topping combinations can be enjoyed in the company of live music at Fat Patties, which opened in 2009. “We have people who come see the live music and tell us it reminds them of oldschool Carbondale,” Jack said. “That’s what we’re going for here.”
Runner Up S&B’s Burger Joint 1237 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-2191
BEST CHICKEN WINGS First Place Buffalo Wild Wings 1435 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-4686
Runner Up Thai Taste 100 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-6900
Honorable Mention Michael’s 313 E. Broadway Boulevard, Johnston City, (618) 983-3436
BEST FRIED CHICKEN First Place Giant City Lodge 460 Giant City Lodge Rd, Makanda, (618) 457-4921
Runner Up Bottom’s Up Family Bar and Grill 3683 Neunert Rd, Jacob, (618) 763-4615
Honorable Mention Popeye’s 500 East Walnut Street, Carbondale, (618) 490-1636
FOOD BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT First Place Cummare’s 1023 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, (618) 687-3700 Cummare’s Restaurant in Murphysboro, Illinois, is a family owned Italian restaurant. The owners are always present and clients can count on homemade Italian food that is consistently tasty. We stand out from other Italian restaurants because our food is made with the finest ingredients in our small kitchen. We offer delicious salads and desserts along with our entree selections. Our clients especially enjoy our fine selection of Sicilian wines. From pizza to lasagna to wines from Sicily, those who frequent our restaurant or first time visitors will delight in our ethnic recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation. Each week Cummare’s offers specialty dishes along with our standard menu. Hand-tossed pizzas, fruitti de mare, various pastas, meat specialties and also vegetarian dishes can be topped with bolognese, marinara or Alfredo sauces that are made daily in our kitchen.
Runner Up Bennie’s 309 N Market St, Marion, (618) 997-6736
Honorable Mention Italian Village 405 S Washington St, Carbondale, (618) 319-4156
you! Visit us at our newest location in Carterville, or enjoy the best Mexican food at one of our other locations in Carbondale, Marion, DuQuoin, Harrisburg, Carmi, Mt. Carmel and Benton and in Mt.Vernon, IN – 9 total locations to serve you! 1906 Coolidge Ave, Marion, (618) 997-0162
Runner Up Sergio’s 203 N Williams St., Murphysboro, (618) 684-6254 1400 S 16th St., Herrin, (618) 942-8085 1330 W. McCord, Centralia, (618) 533-5801
Honorable Mention Don Sol 2406 Williamson County Pkwy, Marion (618) 997-8181
First Place Tequila’s 100 N Glenview Dr, Carbondale, (618) 457-4026 Looking for the BEST Mexican food and drinks in town? Want to enjoy your meal in a casual, laid back atmosphere? Want authentic Mexican food that is prepared fresh daily? Search no further! Tequilas is your place!
A Taste of Ol’ Mexico! Wherever you are in southern Illinois you are sure to find a location near
First Place 17th Street Bar & Grill 32 N 17th St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-3722 2700 17th St, Marion, (618) 998-1114 Murphysboro, Illinois was recently named one of “11 Top BBQ Cities in America” by Thrillist, thanks to 17th Street. Mike Mills and his crew are proud to support and shine a spotlight on Southern Illinois, sharing the gospel of barbecue and their delicious food both in Southern Illinois and nationwide. At 17th Street, barbecue is a culture, not a concept. The restaurant is
a community gathering place where guests become family. Rooted in history and family, their delicious barbecue smoked using local apple wood and their famous Magic Dust®. Owner Mike Mills has devoted his life to the pits and is considered by his peers a true pioneer, legend, and leading force in the barbecue world.
Runner Up Pat’s BBQ 1673 Business Hwy 13, Murphysboro, (618) 687-4227
Honorable Mention Bandanas 309 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 490-1777
BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT First Place Midland Inn 7570 Old Hwy 13, Murphysboro, (618) 529-9133 Midland Inn is Illinois’ Best Kept Secret. We have something for everyone: steaks, pizza, Mexican, burgers and the best margaritas around.
Runner Up Mary Lou’s 114 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-5084
Honorable Mention Newell House 201 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-6400
BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT
BEST PLACE FOR BBQ
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FOOD BEST PLACE FOR BREAKFAST First Place Harbaugh’s 901 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 351-9897
Runner Up Mary Lou’s 114 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-5084
Honorable Mention Cracker Barrel 2602 W Main St, Marion, (618) 993-6306
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First Place Larry’s House of Cakes First Place Quatro’s Deep Pan Pizza 1807 W Main St, Carbondale,
500 E Walnut St, Carbondale, (618) 351-9183 1128 N Carbon St, Marion, (618) 993-6565
(618) 519-9378 905 S Court St, Marion, (618) 993-3906 Larry’s House of Cakes has been helping Runner Up Fat Patties Southern Illinois Live the Sweet Life for over 50 years! Whether it is a daily indulgence by 611 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, treating yourself to a cupcake or brownie; or (618) 529-3287 celebrating a special occasion like a new birth or a retirement, we are honored & proud to Honorable Mention Steak be a part of turning your daily moments into and Shake lasting memories! 2724 W Deyoung St, Marion, Our business is a family-owned business (618) 993-3939 that provides fresh, quality pastries at a 1365 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-2187 reasonable price. We give our customers a personalize touch by decorating their pastries to their specific needs and desires. It is our BEST PLACE FOR COFFEE goal to be your life-long baker helping you celebrate birthdays, graduations, weddings, baby showers, anniversaries, retirements, and First Place Longbranch all the other blessings life brings your way! 100 E Jackson St, Carbondale, (618) 529-4488
BEST PLACE FOR PIZZA
Runner Up Walt’s Pizza 213 S Court St, Marion, (618) 993-8668
Honorable Mention Pagliai’s
218 W Freeman St, Carbondale, (618) 549-5326
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Runner Up Rule of Pie
Runner Up Gloria Jean’s 1237 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-3153
Honorable Mention Starbucks 501 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, (618) 457-5313 608 W Walnut St, Carbondale, (618) 453-5530
1308 Walnut Street Murphysboro, (618) 565-5189
Honorable Mention Cool Spoons 695 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, (618) 529-5030
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FOOD BEST PLACE FOR SANDWICHES First Place McAlister’s Deli 1382 East Main Street, Carbondale, (618) 319-4028 2704 17th St, Marion, (618) 997-1300
Runner Up Jacks Meat Market & Deli
BEST PLACE FOR SOUP
1842 Walnut Street Murphysboro, (618) 565-5063
First Place Panera Bread
Honorable Mention Arnie’s Deli 2031 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 529-4300
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#1 Fitness Center! For over 50 years Gold’s Gym has been the most recognized name in fitness. Always at the forefront of fitness, equipped with the best amenities and the latest in cardio and strength training equipment as well as the most dynamic group exercise programs including Zumba, yoga, group cycling, muscle endurance training. At Gold’s Gym, you’ll find an energetic, supportive environment full of all kinds of people who are committed to achieving their goals. Today more than ever, Gold’s Gym realizes that strength comes in many forms… whether it’s the strength to be a better parent, the strength to overcome diabetes or the strength to be a better athlete. Thank you to our clients and community for choosing us as Best Fitness Center in the Southern Illinoisian Reader’s Choice Best of 2015 Awards! At Gold’s Gym, our mission is simple: We’re here to help you realize your strength… Serving Southern Illinois area with 2 locations
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1126 E Walnut St, Carbondale, (618) 457-5755
Runner Up McAlisters 1382 East Main Street, Carbondale, (618) 319-4028 2704 17th St, Marion, (618) 997-1300
BEST PLACE FOR SUSHI
Honorable Mention O’Charley’s
First Place Fujiyami
2808 W Deyoung St, Marion, (618) 993-1555
715 N Giant City Rd #11, Carbondale, (618) 549-2000 3000 W Deyoung St, Marion, (618) 993-9686
Runner Up Qin Guan 1285 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 351-1222
Honorable Mention Kaya 817 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-0968
FOOD BEST WINERY
Runner Up Alto Vineyards
First Place Walkers Bluff
8515 Hwy 127, Alto Pass, (618) 893-4898
326 Vermont Rd, Carterville, Honorable Mention (618) 956-9900 Blue Sky Vineyards We here at Walker’s Bluff would like to thank everyone who voted for us as The Best 3150 S Rocky Comfort Winery, Best Wedding / Reception Venue , and Rd, Makanda, Best Place to Listen to Live Music. We appreci- (618) 995-9463 ate all your support throughout the years, and we will continue our efforts to provide Southern Illinois an unforgettable place to connect with your Family and Friends, to have fun , and feel at home. A local place striving to bring more local products & services to our surrounding communities, farm to fork. As always, we are constantly striving for new ideas and improvements to make Walker’s Bluff an even more enjoyable and memorable experience. Check out our menus, entertainment, and upcoming events calendar at www. walkersbluff.com Come join us in making 2015 a great year! #ThisIsYourWalkersBluff.
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ENTERTAINMENT BEST BOWLING ALLEY First Place S.I. Bowl 10240 Samuel Rd, Carterville, (618) 985-3755 We are a family fun center with 32 lanes of bowling, 4 lanes of small ball bowling, billiards, arcade and sand volleyball. We also have a café and a large sports bar with gaming machines. We host great birthday parties, fundraisers and team building events. There’s something for everyone at S.I. Bowl. For kids just beginning, there’s small ball bowling. For seasoned league bowlers, find the league that fits you. Arcade games for the young and old alike, there’s lots of fun every time you walk inside S.I. Bowl. S.I. Volleys also creates excitement during the summer months.
Runner Up Herrin Bowl 625 N Pershing St, Energy, (618) 942-4091
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Honorable Mention Legion Bowling, Inc. 305 South Chester Street, Steeleville, (618) 965-3932
BEST LOCAL GOLF COURSE First Place Crab Orchard Golf Club
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901 W Grand Ave, Carterville, (618) 985-2321 Crab Orchard Golf Club is an 18 hole golf course that has established itself as one of the best conditioned clubs in the area. It features a full service golf shop, range, and Clubhouse restaurant (open to public) with special meeting rooms available. Services include individual and group lessons by PGA Professionals, custom club fitting, club repair, and junior golf. COGC has many years of experience hosting outings of many types. Crab Orchard Golf Club presents players a fabulous product for the price. Whether a player chooses to become a member or pay guest fees, the course provides a fun challenge at a fair price. The staff at COGC is the most distinguished in the area having played in many national Championships and won awards in teaching, club fitting, and tournament administration.
Runner Up Hickory Ridge Golf Corse 2727 Glenn Rd, Carbondale, (618) 529-4386
Honorable Mention Jackson County Country Club 5776 Country Club Rd, Murphysboro, (618) 684-2387
BEST LOCAL WEBSITE First Place thesouthern.com 710 N Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 529-5454
Runner Up wsiltv.com 1416 Country Aire Drive, Carterville, (618) 985-2333
Honorable Mention eccentricsboutique.com 308 E Plaza Dr, Carterville, (618) 681-2177
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BEST PLACE FOR A WEDDING RECEPTION First Place Walker’s Bluff 14400 Meridian Rd, Carterville, (618) 985-8463 We here at Walker’s Bluff would like to thank everyone who voted for us as The Best Winery, Best Wedding / Reception Venue , and Best Place to Listen to Live Music. We appreciate all your support throughout the years, and we will continue our efforts to provide Southern Illinois an unforgettable place to connect with your Family and Friends, to have fun , and feel at home. A local place striving to bring more local products & services to our surrounding communities, farm to fork. Runner Up Blue Sky As always, we are constantly striving for new 3150 S Rocky Comfort Rd, Makanda, ideas and improvements to make Walker’s (618) 995-9463 Bluff an even more enjoyable and memorable experience. Check out our menus, entertainHonorable Mention ment, and upcoming events calendar at www. Von Jakob Winery walkersbluff.com Come join us in making 2015 230 Hwy 127, Alto Pass, (618) 893-4600 a great year! #ThisIsYourWalkersBluff
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ENTERTAINMENT BEST PLACE TO SEE A MOVIE First Place AMC Showplace 8 1263 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-6505
Runner Up AMC Centre 8 3107 Civic Cir Blvd, Marion, (618) 993-5102
Honorable Mention University Place 8 1370 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-5156
BEST RADIO STATION First Place 99.9 Z100 1431 Country Aire Dr Carterville, (618) 985-4843
Runner Up 101.5 CIL FM 1431 Country Aire Drive, Carterville, (618) 985-4843
Honorable Mention 107.3 W3D 1822 North Ct., Marion, (618) 997-8121
BEST PLACE FOR A KIDS PARTY
BEST PLACE TO HEAR LIVE MUSIC
First Place Castle Park
First Place Walker’s Bluff
31 Homewood Drive, Carbondale
Runner Up Pirate Pete’s 800C, 3000 W Deyoung St, Marion, (618) 997-4353
Honorable Mention Extreme Kids 1109 N Railroad St, Marion, (618) 993-2255
& services to our surrounding communities, farm to fork. As always, we are constantly striving for new ideas and improvements to make Walker’s Bluff an even more enjoyable and memorable experience. Check out our menus, entertainment, and upcoming events calendar at www.walkersbluff.com Come join us in making 2015 a great year! #ThisIsYourWalkersBluff
14400 Meridian Rd, Carterville, (618) 985-8463 We here at Walker’s Bluff would like to thank everyone who voted for us as The Best Winery, Best Wedding / Reception Venue, and Best Place to Listen to Live Music. We Runner Up Copper Dragon appreciate all your support throughout the 700 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, years, and we will continue our efforts to (618) 549-2319 provide Southern Illinois an unforgettable place to connect with your Family and Honorable Mention Rustle Hill Friends, to have fun, and feel at home. A local 8595 Hwy 51, Cobden, (618) 893-2700+ place striving to bring more local products
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BEST TV STATION First Place WSIL TV3 (ABC) 1416 Country Aire Drive, Carterville, (618) 985-2333
Runner Up KFVS 12 (CBS) 310 Broadway, P.O. Box 100, Cape Girardeau, (573) 335-1212 500 E. Plaza Drive, Suite #2, Carterville, (618) 985-6300
Honorable Mention WSIU 8 (PBS) 1100 Lincoln Dr Ste 1003, Carbondale, (618) 453-4343
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GOODS & SERVICES BEST APARTMENT COMPLEX BEST AUTO BODY SHOP First Place The Reserve at Saluki Pointe 500 Saluki Blvd, Carbondale, (618) 529-3500
Runner Up The Point at SIU 900 E Park St, Carbondale, (618) 529-6444
Honorable Mention Aspen Court 1101 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, (618) 549-1700
BEST AUCTIONEER First Place Doerr Auction Service 345 Porter Ave, Vergennes, (618) 684-6315 Committed to providing our customers the highest quality of service, Doerr Auction is completely state of the art, with a large, modern, climate-controlled facility in Vergennes, and a totally inclusive traveling auction unit. We offer live and online auctions, internet marketing, computerized multi-par real estate system to maximize land tracts, and live feed video projections on a large multimedia screen. Cutting edge equipment and approaches, backed by 60 years of experience, Doerr Auction & Realty is a family-run, customeroriented business that is willing to go the distance for you and your auction needs. With extensive experience in real estate, estates, collectables, antiques, farm machinery, restaurant equipment, and business liquidations, Doerr Auction & Realty is ready to serve you!
Runner Up Canning Auction Service
First Place Dave’s Auto 300 N Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 529-2426
Runner Up Stewart’s Auto Body 215 N 9th St, Murphysboro, (618) 687-2011
Honorable Mention Marion Ford Hyundai 1910 Coolidge Ave, Marion, (618) 993-2161
BEST AUTO DEALERSHIP First Place Vogler Ford 1170 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-8135 Vogler Motor Company is a full-service auto dealership that offers new Ford, Lincoln and Mazda vehicles. We also carry one of the area’s largest inventories of pre-owned cars. We have been serving the auto needs of Southern Illinois since 1923. Vogler Motor Company is a full-service auto dealership that offers new Ford, Lincoln and Mazda vehicles. We also carry one of the area’s largest inventories of pre-owned cars. We have been serving the auto needs of Southern Illinois since 1923.
computerized Hunter alignment machine & Road Force tire balancer allow us to take care of your automotive repairs and maintenance needs. We are a family owned and operated business in Murphysboro since 1999 located at 1011 W. Industrial Park Road. Give us a call at 618-687-3411 Monday— Thursday 7am to 5:30pm and we would be happy to give your car the prompt service it needs getting you back on the road as quickly as possible.
Runner Up Week’s West Frankfort 10881 Illinois 149, West Frankfort, (618) 932-2192
Honorable Mention Gator Automotive 1240 North Reed Station Rd, Carbondale, (618) 457-7181
BEST BANK First Place First Southern Bank 301 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-3621 2500 W Murphysboro Rd, Carbondale, (618) 549-4802 505 Commerce Drive, Carterville, (618) 985-3700 628 Front Street, Grand Tower, (618) 565-2394 109 East Walnut, Murphysboro, (618) 687-2639 102 Airway Dr, Marion (618) 997-4341 801 N. Carbon St, Marion (618) 997-4341 2 S. Main, Carrier Mills (618) 997-4341 409 N. Court St, Marion (618) 997-4341 201 W. Blue Ave, Creal Springs (618) 997-4341 1023 Fourth St, Eldorado (618) 997-4341 114 W. Monroe, Herrin (618) 942-3151 1030 N. Marathon Dr, Marion (618) 997-4341 204 South Main St, Royalton (618) 984-7706
Runner Up Vic Koenig 1040 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 319-4667
Honorable Mention Ike Honda 4407 W Deyoung St, Marion, (800) 455-2277
2049 Illinois 13 Business, Murphysboro, (618) 684-2331
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Honorable Mention Joe Ollis
First Place Pat’s Auto Service
400 New Hope Rd, Buncombe, (618) 833-2227
1011 West Industrial Park Rd, Murphysboro, (618) 687-3411 Pat’s Auto Service would like to thank you for your votes for favorite business. Our ASE certified technicians along with the latest OEM diagnostic equipment,
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Runner Up Old National Bank 509 S University Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-3700 915 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-8980 300 S Division St, Carterville,
(618) 985-5032 102 N Chestnut St, De Soto, (618) 867-3334 2 E Locust, Harrisburg, (618) 252-5800 719 Rollie Dr, Harrisburg, (618) 253-1260 2306 Williamson County Pkwy, Marion, (618) 997-7400 1709 Walnut St, Murphysboro, (618) 565-1366
Honorable Mention Banterra Bank 3201 Banterra Drive, Marion, (618) 993-2678 800 N. Carbon St. Marion, (618) 993-2984 401 E. DeYoung St., Marion, 618) 993-0180 1917 W. Main, Carbondale, (618) 549-4445 1310 W. Main St. Carmi, (618) 382-7376 108 E. Plaza Dr,. Carterville, (618) 985-3738 318 S. Park Ave., Herrin, (618) 942-7373 124 W. Main St. DuQuoin, (618) 542-2142 520 E. Poplar St. Harrisburg, (618) 253-6000 395 Commercial St., Harrisburg, (618) 253-6000
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WINNER Best Funeral Home
G Meredith Funeral Home
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GOODS & SERVICES BEST BARBER SHOP
BEST CATERER
300 N Pershing St, Energy, (618) 942-8261 704 E Fifth St, Ste 1 Metropolis, (618) 524-5051 First Place Gibb’s Barber Shop First Place Great Boars of Fire 540 N Commercial, Ste 700, Harrisburg, 1903 Walnut St, Murphysboro, 820 Kratzinger Hollow Rd, Cobden, (618) 252-4510 (618) 684-3288 (618) 833-5858 As a full-service financial institution, SIU Thank you for voting us number 1. The shop Great Boars of Fire provided the wonderful- Credit Union proudly serves the financial will always be known as Gibbs however it is tasting food we have come to expect from needs of over 34,000+ members at our 6 under new ownership, Joe’s – Nothing has them,” is the sentiment we strive for each time locations. SIUCU offers Free Checking, better changed but the name, we will continue to we cater. “Our food is unsurpassed and all rates on deposits, as well as lower rates on be the same great barbershop that we have the people we work with are Class Acts,” says loans and credit cards. We also offer time been for the last 52 years. Thank you for your owner Dave (& Bob) Fombelle. We appreciate saving and convenient products such as business and supporting your traditional local you, the customer, call and let us demonstrate Online Banking, Bill Pay, eStatements, and barbershop – where we know you by name. why so many voted for Great Boars of Fire/ Mobile Apps. The Blue Boar as “Best Catering”. As a financial co-operative, SIU Credit Runner Up Steve and Rich’s When you have the best product, the best Union strives to follow in the credit union phistaff, and great coaches – you’ve just devised losophy of “People Helping People.” Like credit 122 S Division St Carterville, a winning combination. Great Boars of Fire unions across the country, SIUCU is com(618) 985-4956 has been recognized here and across the mitted to our communities, offering financial country for feeding our Ribs to the Rams and services to underserved populations, engagHonorable Mention Sport Clips plating meals for the masses (tens of thouing youth in financial education, supporting 1254 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 351-8746 sands) when disasters strike. It’s an obvious charitable activities and returning profits to choice: Great Boars of Fire. our members.
Grooming Academy just outside St Louis and their work stands above the rest. When you pair skill with a true love for dogs, the result is happy customers. Sudzy Paws also offers an array of delicious all natural, no preservative homemade treats for your pup as well as Taste of the Wild grainfree dog food. Our fully stocked bakery is sure to please. If you’re looking for the best for your pet, look no further. Thank you for voting us #1!
BEST BUTCHER SHOP
Runner Up Pat’s BBQ & Catering
BEST DRY CLEANER
First Place Arnold’s Market
1673 Illinois 13 Business, Murphysboro, (618) 687-4227
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Honorable Mention Crystal’s Catering and More
Honorable Mention GenFed
2141 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 529-5191
Runner Up Jacks Meat Market & Deli
301 E Cherry St, Herrin, (618) 988-2019
1842 Walnut St, Murphysboro, (618) 565-5063
BEST CREDIT UNION
Honorable Mention Louie’s P&R
First Place SIU Credit Union
120 E Walnut St, Herrin, (618) 942-3394
1217 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-3595 395 North Giant City Rd, Carbondale, (618) 457-3595 2809 Outer Dr, Marion, (618) 993-5244
Runner Up Southern Illinois Area 4384 N Illinois St, Swansea, (618) 234-5021
800 S 42nd St, Mt Vernon, (618) 244-1077
BEST DOG GROOMING SHOP First Place Sudzy Paws 116 E Plaza Dr, Carterville, (618) 681-2152 Sudzy Paws is Southern Illinois’s premier doggie spa. Inside you’ll find a clean modern facility with friendly professional certified groomers. Both Alex and Candace were trained at the highly accredited Petropolis
Runner Up Petco 1312 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-5249
Honorable Mention Central Animal Inn 95 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, (618) 549-4738 300 Rushing Drive, Herrin, IL (618) 997-6536
First Place Horstman’s 303 S University Ave, Carbondale, (618) 319-4395
Runner Up Fox Cleaners 1102 W Main St, Marion, (618) 993-5053
Honorable Mention Custom Cleaners 1803 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-8244
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We Keep Getting Stronger… Gold’s Gym has been the authority on fitness since 1965. To this day Gold’s Gym First Place Burke Electric is the most recognized name in the fitness 10575 Illinois 127, Murphysboro, industry serving more than 3 million mem(618) 687-3262 bers in 38 states and 22 countries around Thank you Southern Illinois for choosing us the world. Gold’s Gym of Southern Illinois has as best electrician. We appreciate your busibeen serving it’s communities since 2003 ness and look forward to serving you with all of and is locally owned and operated. Gold’s is your electrical needs.” always at the forefront of the fitness revolution, and has continually evolved its profile Runner Up Electrical Detectives by equipping gyms with the best amenities and the latest in cardio and strength train624 North Pershing Street, Energy, ing equipment, as well as the most dynamic (618) 988-8731 Honorable Mention Mason Electric group exercise classes including: BodyPump, BodyFlow, RPM, Zumba and several more. At 701 W Industrial Park Rd Carbondale, 618Gold’s Gym, you’ll find an energetic, support457-8900 ive environment full of all kinds of people who Herrin, (618)942-6965 are committed to achieving their goals. Today more than ever, Gold’s Gym realizes that strength comes in many forms… whether BEST FITNESS CENTER it’s the strength to become a better parent, the strength to overcome diabetes, or the strength to become a better athlete. Simply put we’re First Place Gold’s Gym here to help you Know Your Own Strength. 2421 W Main St, Carbondale, (877) 465-3703
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GOODS & SERVICES Runner Up SIU Recreation Center 300 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, (618) 453-1277
Honorable Mention The Den Fitness Center 209 W. Commercial Dr., Carterville, (618) 319-0362
BEST FLOORING STORE First Place Neimann’s American Flooring 3903 W Ernestine Ln, Marion, (618) 997-6521 138 Niemann, Murphysboro, (618) 687-2231 Niemann’s American Flooring is locally owned and operated in Marion and West of Carbondale, providing Southern Illinois with affordable flooring options including carpet, hardwood, marble, ceramic and sustainable flooring, all backed by superior customer service!
Our staff can assist with your project from the initial consultation, to providing onsite measuring and estimate, and with the complete installation. Visit our flooring showrooms to check out our available flooring options!
Runner Up Distinctive Flooring 10543 Illinois 149, Murphysboro, (618) 684-5320
Honorable Mention Lowe’s Home Improvements 1170 Rendleman Rd, Carbondale, (618) 529-8400
BEST FLORIST First Place Etcetera 1200 N Market St, Marion, (877) 837-8538 Etcetera, located at 1200 N Market St. in Marion, is a family-owned and operated store offering the finest floral arrangements and gifts backed by friendly service. In addition, the
business offers an array of fine gifts to include Waterford, Nambe, Aromatique, gourmet gifts, etc., and its event planners can help you to perfectly organize all ins and outs of your wedding/reception, birthday, anniversary, etc. The business is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. You can visit us online at etceteraflowers.com or call 618-997-9411.
Runner Up Jerry’s Flower Shoppe 216 W Freeman St, Carbondale, (618) 549-3560
Honorable Mention Cinnamon Lane Flowers & Gifts 1112 N 14th St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-3214
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GOODS & SERVICES BEST FUNERAL HOME
Runner Up E. R. Brown Furniture
First Place Meredith Funeral Home
401 E Main St, West Frankfort, (618) 932-2012
300 S University Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-4139 Meredith Funeral Homes, in Carbondale and Grand Tower, has been owned and operated by Greg Meredith since 1974. For the past 40 years the staff of Meredith Funeral Home has focused on serving the people of southern Illinois in a warm, caring and professional manner. It is in this atmosphere of caring and support that the needs of the families are served and the life, contributions and memories of their loved ones are honored. Meredith Funeral Home offers a variety of services for families including the traditional funeral service, cremation service, a combination of both and others. The philosophy of the staff at Meredith Funeral Home is to treat all families in the same manner with which they would want to be treated. Receiving the Readers’ Choice Award as the #1 Funeral Home in southern Illinois is truly an honor and a very humbling experience.
Honorable Mention Gillenberg Furniture & Appliance 901 Walnut Street, Murphysboro, (618) 684-6031
BEST GIFT SHOP First Place Eccentrics Boutique
308 E Plaza Dr, Carterville, (618) 681-2177 We offer a variety of fashion accessories and unique gift items for women. We carry Kate Spade and Lily Pulitzer. Customers can find a one-of-a-kind custom jewelry piece or a unique bath bomb in our boutique. The gift items range in price so that we have an item for any budget. New products arrive daily, so our inventory is constantly changing. We are always searching for new and unique product lines. Many of our lines are exclusive to Eccentrics Boutique and Runner Up Pettett Funeral Home can’t be found anywhere else in Southern Illi1418 South St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-2101 nois. We also have a website where customers can shop 24/7: www.eccentricsboutique.com
Honorable Mention Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home
322 N Division St, Carterville, (618) 985-2131
BEST FURNITURE STORE First Place Furniture King 2075 Sweets Dr, Carbondale, (618) 549-8332 Year Business Started: 1977 Furniture King is a full line furniture and mattress store featuring over 30 manufacturers. We provide the most knowledgeable sales staff in the area and offer free design service to our customers. We have the area’s largest selection of La-Z-Boy, Broyhill, Sealy, Stearns & Foster and Vaughan Bassett. And also feature Tempur-Pedic and SD by Ashley. Newly featuring a Smith-Brothers Gallery. Our business prides itself on quality, service, affordable price and knowledge of merchandise to help our customers select the right merchandise for their wants and needs. We are also very invested in the community. Locally owned and operated for over 35 years.
Honorable Mention Neighborhood Food Co-Op 1815 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-3533
BEST HAIR SALON First Place Sarah’s Hair Design 301 N Park Ave, Herrin, (618) 942-6764 Sarahs Hair Design is a group of 12 energetic Hairstylists that love working with our clients in our full service salon. Our services include color, haircuts, manicures, pedicures, body waxing, body wraps, facials, massage, eyelash extensions, makeup & special occasion styles Visit our website at www.sarahsherrin.com or our facebook page Sarahs Hair Design.
Runner Up HQ and Company Spa and Salon 107 S Russell Street Marion, (618) 997-0413
Honorable Mention Amazon Salon and Tan 315 S Park Avenue, Herrin, (618) 988-9666
Runner Up The Apple Tree Gift Shop
BEST HARDWARE STORE
2015 W Main St # 105, Carbondale, (618) 549-1031
First Place Murdale True Value
Honorable Mention Etcetera Flowers and Gifts 1200 N Market St, Marion, (618) 997-9411
BEST GROCERY STORE First Place Kroger 501 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, (618) 457-5313 Jackson Square, 550 E Industrial Park Rd, Murphysboro, (618) 687-3481 1609 S. Park Ave, Herrin, (618) 942-4954 1704 W Deyoung St, Marion, (618) 993-6330 415 S 42nd St, Mt Vernon, (618) 244-6210
Runner Up Aldi 1305 N Russell St, Marion, (855) 955-2534
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1915 W Main Murdale Shpg Center, Carbondale, (618) 529-3400 Murdale True Value is four stores in one a hardware store, appliance store, lock and locksmith and rental store. We belong to two buying group True Value and Brand Source Appliances which give us buying power and also creates synergies to keep expenses down. We provide products and services to make your project easier to accomplish buy combining rental equipment, products and knowledge. Murdale True Value is locally owned that believes and supports the community with many local events and helps raise money for local causes. We have a wide selection of products and services and specialize in those hard to find items. The team members take a variety of training classes and are ready to assist our customers on their projects. We are dedicated to giving “Customer Delight” not just customer satisfaction We strive to make a difference in our community to make it a great place to live, work and play.
Runner Up Menard’s 2500 Blue Heron Dr, Marion, (618) 993-0982
Honorable Mention Wright’s Do-it Center 208 S Williams St, Murphysboro, (618) 687-1702
BEST HEATING & AIR SERVICE COMPANY First Place Voss Heating & Air Conditioning 724 N 17th St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-6959 Heating & Air Conditioning is a family business with over 40 years of experience in making your home or business a comfortable place. If a problem with your heating or air conditioning system should arise, the Voss Team will do whatever it takes to correct it. Voss Heating & Air Conditioning employees are professionally trained in all aspects of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, humidity and sheet metal fabrication. We also regularly participate in ongoing factory training classes in new equipment as well as review proper service techniques and trends.
Runner Up Charlie’s Air Conditioning & Heating 130 S Division Street Carterville, (618) 985-2502
Honorable Mention RSP Heating & Cooling 6951 Grand Rd, Carterville, (618) 942-2424
BEST HOME REMODELER First Place E.A. Knight Construction 1300 Pin Oak Dr, Carterville, (618) 985-3000 E.A. Knight Construction, Inc. has proudly provided a wide variety of construction services to Southern Illinois since 1979. Our custom home building, remodeling, and repair services have brought us awards and acclaim on the local, state, and national level. We are proud to provide homeowners in Southern Illinois with the finest construction and
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Runner Up Joey Crain, JC Construction 5902 Meyers Ln, Percy, (618) 317-8905
Honorable Mention Dynamic Restoration Solutions Desoto, (618) 713-0615
BEST INVESTMENT FIRM First Place Edward Jones 1130a E Main Carbondale, (618) 549-7799 1002 Walnut St, Murphysboro, (618) 687-4042
BEST JEWELRY STORE First Place TJ’s Fine Jewelry 1010 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 351-1200 We go out of our way to provide the best jewelry. Tj regularly makes trips to markets in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York to find the latest designs and trends. The new expanded showroom allows us to offer more inventory and better selection for southern Illinois. Sets us apart: Our mission is to educate and help customers gain knowledge of the products, as well as to earn their trust and business. However, people should not mistake our not being
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Runner Up Your Jeweler
209 W Commercial Dr, Carterville, (618) 985-8331
Honorable Mention Kay Jewelers
Honorable Mention Roberts Law Firm
Runner Up SI Liquor Mart
you this service for only $39.00. You can choose to receive a half hour for 113 N 12th St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-4727 $20, an hour for $39, or a ninety minute 1106 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 351-7878 massage for $60. We provide Basic RelaxHonorable Mention AJ’s Beer Wine ation, Deep Tissue, and Hot Stone Massage & Spirits for this same low cost. BEST LIQUOR STORE 1207 S Division St, Carterville, You deserve the best at an afford(618) 985-2777 able price.
First Place Speakeasy Liquors
1310 Halfway Rd, Marion, (618) 998-9463 1705 S Park Ave, Herrin, (618) 988-9463 105 N Commercial St, Harrisburg (618) 252-2337 BEST LAW FIRM Speakeasy Liquors is Southern Illinois’ finest premier liquor store which features a large First Place Barrett, Twomey, beer cave which maintains a frosty 34 degree Broom, Hughes & Hoke LLP temperature, an extensive craft beer portfolio, 100 N Illinois Ave, Carbondale, (618) 457-0437 a vast array of quality wines and a premium cigar humidor. Be sure to explore the wine cellar where you’ll find wines that boast a rating Runner Up Campanella of 90 points or above. We pride ourselves in Law Firm PC setting a new standard in quality, selection, 144 S Division St, Carterville, IL competitive pricing and the best customer (618) 985-8400 service you will find. 1215 E Main St #1070, Carbondale, (618) 457-8915
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Runner Up Perfectly Posh
Honorable Mention Macy’s
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Honorable Mention Tickled Pink 1821 W Main St, Carbondale,
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308 E Plaza Dr, Carterville, (618) 681-2177 Honorable Mention Allied PhysiEccentrics Boutique is a stylish and friendly cians and Rehab women’s fashion clothing and accessory store 1100 W Main St, Carbondale, located off Route 13 in Carterville, Il. We are constantly researching new trends and cloth- (618) 529-5172 ing lines to bring to Southern Illinois. You will find classic, trendy, and casual styles with many options you could normally only find in BEST NATIONAL big cities. CLOTHING STORE Not only is fashion a priority, our customer service is essential to Eccentrics Boutique. First Place Kohl’s We take great pride in making each and every 625 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, customer happy with their shopping experi(618) 351-9873 ence. We are a full-service apparel shop that offers alterations and assistance putting Runner Up Dillard’s together a complete look that is perfect for you. We also have a website where customers 3000 W Deyoung St, Marion, can shop 24/7: www.eccentricsboutique.com. (618) 993-6000
(618) 457-5444 Dr. John is thankful for all those who voted for him and looks forward to continuing the high level of care he’s always provided patients. BEST MASSAGE CENTER
Integrated Health of So uthern Illinois
Runner Up In Sync Mind Body Therapy Center
room with soft lighting, calming music, and sipping a cup of hot tea. Your mind and body ease into a relaxed state as you get onto the massage table. An hour of pure relaxation awaits you. The best part of this experience is you are not paying hundreds of dollars. Here at Heartland Chiropractic and Rehab we offer
BEST NURSERY/ LANDSCAPER First Place Plantscape Nursery and Landscape Service 720 N 33rd St, Herrin, (618) 942-4865 Plantscape Nursery is southern Illinois’ most complete garden center and includes a retail nursery covering 3 acres and a 10 acre tree farm. Curving walkways among plants, display beds, and outdoor music and fountains create a garden oasis for customers. Services include landscape design and consultation, paver and natural stone patios and walkways, retaining walls, night lighting, lawn irrigation, and all landscaping services including planting and delivery. Education is a priority. To help customers be successful in landscaping, gardening,
GOODS & SERVICES and attracting birds and wildlife, we present BEST PLACE educational seminars, publish and informative TO BUY A CAR newsletter and employ a knowledgeable staff. We provide the very best gardening and landFirst Place Vogler Ford scape products and services for both professionals and homeowners and offer the area’s 1170 E Main St, Carbondale, best selection of organic products, large trees, (618) 457-8135 statuary, and wild bird products. Vogler Motor Company is a full-service auto dealership that offers new Ford, Lincoln Runner Up Changing Seasons and Mazda vehicles. We also carry one of the area’s largest inventories of pre-owned 3915 W Ernestine Ln, Marion, cars. We have been serving the auto needs of (618) 997-6897 Southern Illinois since 1923. When you shop for an automobile at Honorable Mention Logan Hollow Vogler, first thing you will notice is that Landscaping we aren’t a high-pressure store. We don’t Matt Mayberry ( 618) 534-1714 believe in treating people that way. Also, our sales staff is largely made up of veteran salespeople who have been with us for years. It is very common for our salespeople BEST PET SHOP to work for us for their entire working career. We often celebrate 10, 15, 20 and more year First Place Petco anniversaries with our company. That is one 1312 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-5249 key difference that takes away a lot of the hassles you find in buying a car at some places. When you can deal with someone Runner Up Dee’s Pets you’ve bought from in the past, things just 11426 Illinois 37, Marion, (618) 997-3849 go smoother.
Honorable Mention Fish Tales Pet Shop 408 S Pershing St, Energy, (618) 942-3474
BEST PHARMACY First Place Walgreens
BEST PLUMBER First Place A&W Plumbing and Heating 11 Alliance Ave, Murphysboro, (618) 687-5862 A&W Plumbing & Heating, Inc. is proud to have built a business foundation based on more than five decades of trust and reliable service throughout Southern Illinois. We offer a full spectrum of high quality plumbing services for both residential and commercial properties. Our calls are answered 24/7 by our local professional service team to ensure your needs are met and your questions are answered. We offer free estimates MondayFriday & provide high quality service everyday in minutes, not days. We are members of the largest membership associations in our field. These resources enable A&W to stay up to date on the latest plumbing technologies to provide our valuable customers comprehensive
plumbing solutions. If we can assist you with any of your plumbing needs please contact us at www. awplumbingil.com or find us on Facebook! We are proud to serve the Southern Illinois area and appreciate your business & support.
Runner Up Baker’s and Sons Plumbing 1701 E Main St, Marion, (618) 993-6986
Honorable Mention Thad Ellet Plumbing 10253 Samuel Rd, Carterville, (618) 985-2021
Runner Up Ike Honda 4407 W Deyoung St, Marion, (800) 455-2277
Honorable Mention Vic Koenig 1040 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 319-4667
The staff at Crab Orchard Golf Club would like to thank everyone for their support in making us the Southern Illinoisan's Reader's Choice for the second year in a row!
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BEST SPA
BEST TAX PREPARATION
BEST VISION CENTER
First Place Century 21 House of Realty Inc
First Place In Sync Mind Body Therapy Center
First Place Leslie Williams CPA
First Place Marion Eye Center
1009 N Carbon St, Marion, (618) 997-6495 CENTURY 21 House of Realty, Inc. is proud and thankful to be recognized for the 2nd year in a row as the Southern Illinoisan’s Readers’ Choice winner for Best Real Estate Agency. Our mission is to be the most recognized real estate company in Southern Illinois. We incorporate proven, professional state of-the-art techniques specializing in the marketing of residential homes, vacant land and commercial/investment opportunities. We maintain a team of well-trained Realtor® professionals, Relocation Department and full service support staff to provide top quality service for their clients and customers. We strive to be a creative and innovative organization that provides individual opportunity, rewarding challenges and personal satisfaction to all members of the company. We also serve the communities we live, many times with financial assistance supporting the groups and organizations throughout the region we proudly call home. Always remember; when you use one of our brokers to assist you in buying or selling your home, you’re also giving back to your community as well!
2031 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL (618) 457-7732
Runner Up House 2 Home Realty 1301 S Division St, Carterville, (618) 985-6200
Honorable Mention Coldwell Banker Prime Realty 18 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 529-3737
BEST RETIREMENT FACILITY First Place Liberty Village 3116 Williamson County Pkwy, Marion, (618) 993-8600 2950 Westridge Pl, Carbondale, (618) 351-6557
Runner Up Prairie Living at Chautauqua 955 Villa Ct, Carbondale, (618) 351-7955
Honorable Mention River to River Residential 400 Lou Ann Drive, Herrin, (618) 942-4531
217 Robert Morgan Rd, Murphysboro, (618) 684-2139 Leslie P. Williams, CPA, is a full service accounting firm providing bookkeeping, payroll Runner Up HQ Salon & Spa preparation and income tax services for the 107 S Russell Street Marion, (618) 997-0413 past 16 years. We are also ProAdvisors for Quickbooks accounting software. We started out in a small store front in Murphysboro but Honorable Mention moved to our new location a year ago and have Amazon Salon & Tan been welcomed into this community. 315 S Park Avenue, Herrin, (618) 988-9666 We specialize in working with businesses; there is no business that is too small. We can help you make informed decisions about the type of entity to choose for your business as BEST TATTOO PARLOR well as help file all the forms necessary for your business start up. First Place Tuff Luck Tattoos My staff and I complete continuing educa2355 Sweets Drive #2 Carbondale, tion courses annually to stay current with all (618) 549-2034 tax changes, both on the federal and state level, Tuff Luck Tattoos is proud to have served in order to prepare your income tax returns, Southern Illinois since 2001, and looks forpersonal or business, accurately and timely. ward to providing quality artwork and service for years to come. We are very happy to be Runner Up H & R Block named #1 best Tattoo Parlor for the second 1314 E Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-0449 year in a row. Tuff Luck currently has two 628 E Walnut St, Carbondale, tattoo artists, Dustin Mendenhall and Lauren (618) 457-0449 Bonafacius, and one body piercer, Chris 3000 W Deyoung St, Marion, Bundren. We also regularly have guest artists (618) 997-4541 from St. Louis, and other shops around the 1303 Enterprise Way, Marion, (618) 997-1411 area. Over the last 14 years, we have made 1404 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL a conscious effort to provide a friendly pro(618) 687-1531 fessional environment. We also keep to the strictest sterilization methods, and are regularly inspected by the Illinois Department of Honorable Mention Public health. We are very serious about con- Payne Gaertner & Associates LLC North Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, tinuous improvement, and stay current with all the latest products, equipment, and tech- (618) 529-9393 niques. We work hard to be proficient at all styles of tattooing, as to accommodate any request that walks in. We would like to thank all our customers that voted for us, and who have continued to support us throughout the years. Thank You.
Runner Up Beauty is Pain Tattoo & Hair Studio 112 W Plaza Dr, Carterville, (618) 681-2104
Honorable Mention Unique Ink Custom Tattoos 1411 W Main St, Marion, (618) 993-5050
200 W Deyoung St , Marion, (800) 344-7058 374 E Grand Avenue, Carbondale, (618) 549-0615 1934 Walnut St, Murphysboro, (618) 565-1406 35 offices across southern Illinois and southeastern Missouri Now in its 42nd year, Marion Eye Centers & Optical proudly continues their commitment to providing the most comprehensive, highest quality eye care in the region. Founder Dr. Maqbool Ahmad has seen the practice expand to 35 offices, and, most recently, grow to include the area’s first state-of-the-art surgery center, dedicated exclusively to eye surgeries. Dr Ahmad wants everyone in the region to have medical, surgical and optical eye care on the level of St Louis, Memphis or Nashville, without having to travel far from home. Marion Eye Centers has grown into a multispecialist group with physicians, surgeons, optometrists and a staff of almost 400 to serve patients with practically any type of eye disorder. Their experienced professionals are available to treat cataracts and issues ranging from age-related macular degeneration, which involves the degeneration of retinal cells in the macula and is one of the most common causes of visual impairment among today’s elderly, to diabetic retinopathy, which can lead to blindness if left untreated. “These are areas where recent technological and medical developments have significantly increased a patient’s chances of retaining their vision,” said Dr. Faisel Ahmad. “But two things remain critical: we have to catch it early, and, in the case of diabetic retinopathy, the patient must vigilantly manage their blood sugar postoperatively.” Not only does Marion Eye Centers & Optical maintain the highest standards for safety, accuracy and precision, but they also have on-site the most advanced equipment available in the country, including the SLT laser for glaucoma treatment, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for optic nerve and retinal imaging, the YAG, Argon, Focal, PRP and Diode lasers and lasers for iLASIK.
Runner Up Jacob’s & Crabtree 1001 N Beadle Drive, Carbondale, (618) 684-2333
Honorable Mention Complete Family Eye Care 3121 S Park Ave, Herrin, (618) 942-5465
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the patients that have become like family over the years. We are now able to provide more options in health care than ever before. Integrated Health will be offering chiropractic care, a Doctor of Physical Therapy on staff, an athletic trainer, nutrition specialist, acupuncture, weight loss programs, and massage. Please come and see us!
1027 S Division St, Carterville, (618) 985-4344 My sincere thanks to all who voted for me! Last year I was greatly surprised to be given this honor. I am truly humbled to have received it again, and feel blessed beyond words. McConnaughy Chiropractic has been Runner Up Dr. John Corley proud to serve the people of Southern Illinois 19 E Shawnee Dr, Murphysboro, for over 28 years. (618) 684-5726 As I move forward in my career, I will be working for Integrated Health of Southern Honorable Mention Allied PhysiIllinois. They have purchased my Practice, cians and Rehab Drs. Julie and and are expanding from Harrisburg to CartBrian Bird erville. I’m excited to have the opportunity 1100 W Main St, Carbondale, to continue doing what I love – assisting (618) 529-5172
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PEOPLE BEST DENTIST
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First Place Dr. Brian McElheny
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Runner Up Dr. Michael Vancil 1255 N Cedar Ct, Carbondale, (618) 529-3931
Honorable Mention Dr. Justin Settle 1129 N Carbon St, Marion, (618) 997-6405
Brian McElheny, MD, was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He knew at a young age that he wanted to be a physician and was influenced by his family physician. Dr. McElheny completed his residency in Family Practice at SIU Carbondale and has practiced in Carbondale, Illinois, ever since. He loves the area and feels fortunate to have the opportunity to practice here and teach the residents through SIU. He has developed a wonderful practice here in Carbondale over the past 34 years with great patients and is surrounded by a first rate support staff. 207 W Jackson St, Carbondale, (618) 457-6787
Runner Up Dr. Kurt Martin 2601 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-5361
Honorable Mention Dr. Jeff Parks 405 Rushing Dr, Herrin, (618) 993-3300
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PEOPLE BEST FINANCIAL ADVISOR First Place Jeff Rose (Alliance Wealth Management) 115 S Washington St, Carbondale, (618) 457-6525 Jeff Rose is the CEO and Founder of Alliance Wealth Management, LLC. His work on personal finance and retirement has been featured in New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes for his work on his prolific blog, Good Financial Cents. He’s been writing it since 2008, and it was recently named by Kiplinger’s as one of their “Top 10 Money and Finance Blogs You Should Read.” Jeff is a nine-year veteran of the Army National Guard, spending 17 months serving
his country in Baghdad, Iraq. His bestselling book, Soldier of Finance, came out of combining his passion for personal finance with the values he gained while in the military. Jeff’s material on investing and retirement has been featured on Fox Business and U.S News and World Report. Jeff is from West Frankfort, and his home is in Carterville with his wife, Mandy, and their three sons: Parker, Bentley, and Sloane.
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PEOPLE BEST INSURANCE AGENT
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First Place Joseph Hudgins, Orthodontist
2015 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 457-2113 Like your insurance policy, appreciation needs to be renewed now and again. I know that you have many options when shopping for insurance, so I would just like my customers to know, I appreciate your loyalty, your friendship and the fact that you chose me as your agent.
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Runner Up Dr. Kyle Childers 3315 Patriot Court, Herrin, (618) 997-1800
Honorable Mention Dr. Kevin Cook 2804 Outer Dr, Marion, (618) 549-2100
Runner Up Kenya Garner State Farm 507 E Deyoung, Marion, (618) 997-1819
Honorable Mention Don Yewell Insurance Agency 1400 S Division St, Carterville, (618) 985-2423
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Runner Up Dr. James Pavlovich
2601 West Main, Carbondale, 618-549-5361 2601 W Main St, Carbondale, (618) 549-5361 Tandy Korte, MD, was born in southern Illinois and has been practicing Pediatrics for 12 years. Dr. Korte completed her residency Honorable Mention Dr. Paul Ploegman at the University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine. She is a member of the 1111 N Cedar Court, Carbondale, American Academy of Pediatrics and the (618) 529-8687
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PEOPLE BEST SCHOOL TEACHER
BEST VETERINARIAN
Runner Up Dr. Laura Portee Central Hospital for Animals
First Place Lisa Heise Carterville Intermediate
First Place T.O. Miller (Murphysboro)
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Runner Up Jason Huseman TRICO 6343 Illinois 4, Campbell Hill, (618) 426-1111
Honorable Mention Cynthia Bisching Marion HS
BEST PHOTOGRAPHER
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First Place Whimsey Photography 954 W. Industrial Park Rd, Murphysboro, (618) 684-2333 Here at Whimsey Photography, we have 16 years of experience working with families, children, and weddings. We are mothers. We have been brides. We know what it takes to capture the memories that will matter in the years to come. Most importantly, we LOVE what we do and we are grateful to be able to keep doing it every day. We owe every bit of our success, to our wonderful clients who we consider family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the nomination and votes.
1022 W 6th St, Murphysboro, (618) 684-4066 Miller Veterinary Clinic has two veterinarians, Dr. T.O. Miller and Dr. Sarah Landers, and four assistants. Our caseload is 90% small /10% large animal. We provide in house bloodwork, dental cleanings, video otoscopy, an electrosurgical unit and CO2 laser for surgical procedures, and a Class IV Therapy laser. We offer grooming on Thursday by appointment. We schedule surgical procedures but because our clients have busy schedules all other visits are first come first serve walk-in. We not only care for our patients we also care for our clients. We try to personalize each visit so our clients and patients both have a good experience.
Honorable Mention Dr. Michael Troop 12737 Sarilda Ln, Marion, (618) 964-1864
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Runner Up Leigh Bedokis Photography 135 South Division, Carterville, (618) 985-6016
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