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Home, Garden, Hardware & Building Supply Store

BARBECUES • UMBRELLAS • PATIO FURNITURE

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Open 7 days a week Spring and Summer Hours: Beginning April 7, 2014 MEMBER N.E. CA.

Mon.- Sat. 7:30AM-7:00PM • Sun. 8:00AM-5:00PM

2032 Nevada City Hwy. | Grass Valley | 273-6105 2 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

INDEPENDENT LIVING, ASSISTED LIVING and PRE-MEMORY CARE

Where Residents are Number One

Eskaton Village Grass Valley was voted BEST Assisted Living and BEST Alzheimer’s Care Community for 2013 by readers of The Union — and that’s the 10th year in a row!

THANK YOU! And may we humbly admit that the reason we are number one is because our residents are number one with us.

Live here ... Live Like You are Number One (because you are.)

• Independent living apartments with full kitchens • Private assisted living apartments with “assistance as you need it” options • Fitness center with gym, swimming pool, warm-water spa

Eskaton Village Grass Valley Independent Living, Assisted Living and Pre-memory Care 625 Eskaton Circle, Grass Valley, CA 95945 A California Nonprofit Corporation

530-268-5638

License # 297001933

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Simply the BEST!

Thank You Nevada County!

For voting Network Real Estate “Best Real Estate Company” for 2013 – making this our 7th Year win!

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Grass Valley Office 167 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley, CA 95945

(530) 272-8885

Lake Wildwood Office Lake of the Pines Office 11368 Pleasant Valley Rd Penn Valley, CA 95946

(530) 432-8885

10593 Combie Road Auburn CA 95602

(530) 268-8800

Nevada City Office

436 Broad Street Nevada City, CA 95959

(530) 265-2551

www.Network-RealEstate.com

CalBRE 00843903

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riends, F d n a s t n e i l Dear C ur o y e b o t d e r o I am hon l Estate a e R t s e B “ r o choice f 2013. d n a 2 1 0 2 , 1 1 Agent ” for 20 you t s u r t e h t r o f Thank you out h g u o r h t e m have placed in the years. my k n a h t o t t n a I also w na a s u S , t n a t s i s s wonderful a pport u s d e u n i t n o c Knox, for her ication d e d r e H . s s e to my busin lients c r u o e v i g o t allows us e. c i v r e s t n e l l e c ex ely, You to my friends SincerThank and clients for voting me Best Real Estate Agent 3 years in a row!

Mary Margaretich (530) 271-3603

www.NevadaCountyMary.com CalBRE #00912886

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Thanks for Voting Us Your Best Gold & Silver Dealer AGAIN! WARNING BUYER BEWARE OF JEWELRY & COIN HOUSE PARTIES!

Now featuring the

Niton XL2 More than 25,000 tests & counting!

• Accurate & Fast • Analyzes Exact Metallic Composition

The ONLY Full Service Coin Store n Nevada County!

We Can Handle Any Size Order

• Legitimate & Safe • No Acids • No Scratches

Buyers Of

Sellers Of

• Foreign & Domestic Coins • Coin Collections • Paper Currency • Placer Gold • Bullion Gold, Silver & Platinum • Scrap Jewelry • Sterling Silver Flatware • Dental Gold • Pocket Watches

• Numismatic Coins • Collector Coin Supplies • Bullion Gold, Silver & Platinum • Quartz Gold • Jewelry Grade Placer & Nuggets • Collectible Watches

GRADING - APPRAISALS - ATTRIBUTIONS COIN COLLECTIONS & ESTATE JEWELRY APPRAISALS Wed & Fri -or- by appointment in our store or at your residence.

Member • ANA • NCGS • NGC • NCS • VAMWORLD • The Lincoln Cent Resource • PMG

• ANACS • PCGS

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5 • Sat 10-4 203 W. Main Street Grass Valley CA 95945 sierragoldandcoins.com

530-272-1100

Suburban Propane

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Here at your local Grass Valley Suburban Propane, we are focused on “providing exceptional customer service” – from our customers’ perspective. Thank you Nevada County for voting us #1 for 14 years!

Suburban Propane

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12575 CHARLES DRIVE, GRASS VALLEY

(530)

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www.suburbanpropane.com

Thank you to all our customers who continue to keep us Nevada County’s #1 propane company for 14 years now!

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This year has been monumental, as we have received the highest number of votes since the year 2000! Over 1,000 paper ballots were submitted to us and we had over 2,300 people vote online. That is more than three times the votes received in 2013.

Ballots not meeting the published criteria were excluded from consideration. With this large number of votes, it is truly an honor to be titled the Best of Nevada County. The overwhelming support received by our runnerups is note worthy as well. The success of our online voting has confirmed that the citizens of Nevada County truly belong to the digital age.

We would like to thank our readers, winners, runner-ups and advertisers for making this publication possible. This is our most popular publication and it would not be possible without your continued support.

You voted and now it’s time to see who won! And the winners are …

Quality Work – On Time Thank you Nevada County for voting me “Best General Contractor” for the third year in row.

I am very honored and look forward to serving you again in 2014.

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Michael DeSena General Contractor

530 CA Lic. #816883

277-3147

mdesenaconstruction@gmail.com 8 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

Congratulations to

Blake Heauser

Lucky Draw Winner amongst those who voted for 100% of the categories listed in the ballots Blake won a $25 Gift Certificate, Compliments of Maria’s Mexican Restaurant

Shavati Karki-Pearl Special Sections Manager

www.PlazaTireAndAutoService.com

Welcome

to the 2013 Best of Nevada County Publication. The Union is excited to present this annual honor to businesses, people and places within Nevada County. The hard work and commitment of these individuals and organizations help create a great place to live, work and play. This year is very special as we celebrate 15 years of this publication.

During the month of January, we asked you – our loyal readers – to tell us who your favorites are in the community. We offered the opportunity to fill out a paper ballot found in The Union, and we also added a new online voting component for all categories this year. We utilized Upickem, a contest-engine produced by Second Street. Upickem enabled our readers to enter their votes online, as well as allowed The Union to increase the volume of response.

To ensure the integrity of the paper voting process, these ballots were also processed in Upickem in order to consolidate and tabulate the final winners.

Thanks!

“Best Auto Repair” & “Best Tire Store” Thanks for voting us “best of” 15 times!

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Colfax 1774 S. Canyon Way 346-8782

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NEVADA COUNTY FAIR

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Fun & Games Profile: Byers’ LeafGuard Gutter Systems Auto/Motorcycle Profile: Network Real Estate Profile: Youngs Carpet One B&B/Hotels Food & Beverage Profile: Swasey’s

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Pet Care Physical Sports/Activities Best Produce/Grocery Professional Retail Shopping Senior/Assisted Living Care Services Best Unique Answers

NEVADA COUNTY OUR SUCCESS IS BUILT ON ALWAYS GIVING THE BEST PRICING, SELECTION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE

161 Mill Street DOWNTOWN GRASS VALLEY

(530) 273-8400 STORE HOURS

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153 Mill Street (Next to Ashley) DOWNTOWN GRASS VALLEY

(530) 273-8446 STORE HOURS

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Gutters and Downspouts

Flooring

SPD MARKETS

YOUNG’S CARPET (since 2000)

BYERS’ LEAFGAURD GUTTER SYSTEMS

Hobby and Craft Shop

BEN FRANKLIN CRAFTS (category omitted in 2003 & 2005)

(since 2001)

PUBLISHER JIM HEMIG ADVERTISING MANAGER COURTNEY WALKER SPECIAL SECTIONS MANAGER SHAVATI KARKI-PEARL LAYOUT & DESIGN JULIE MILLER ACCOUNT MANAGERS: MELISSA RHODEN, EMELIA MARINI, SHAWN RYLEY, SCOTT CONLEY, CHAD WINGO ADVERTISING AND CONTENT COORDINATOR GABRIELLE IRVIN

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Moule Paint and Glass We carry the largest stock of glass in Nevada County

Moule would like to introduce

Windows

to its lineup that includes

• Wood • Vinyl • Aluminum

Windshields Shower Doors Screens

Oldest, most trusted auto glass repair in Nevada County • Insurance Work • Mobile Service Available • Rated Best Auto Glass

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Moule Paint & Glass

273-4643 700 E. Main St., Grass Valley www.moulepaintandglass.com

Thank you Nevada County for voting us Best Window and Glass & Best Auto Glass company again this year.

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FUN & GAMES

BEST BAND

RUNNER-UP

BEST GOLF COURSE

Rollins Lake

WINNER

Nevada Union Marching Band 11761 Ridge Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-4431 ext 2108 nevadaunionband.org

21597 You Bet Rd., Grass Valley 530-477-9413 aboutnevadacounty.com/lakes/rollins

BEST DAY TRIP WINNER

RUNNER-UP

South Yuba River

SoLS

facebook.com/pages/SoLS

southyubariverstatepark.org

BEST BOATING LOCATION

RUNNER-UP

Lake Tahoe

WINNER

visitinglaketahoe.com

Scotts Flat Lake

23333 Scotts Flat Rd., Nevada City 530-265-5302 scottsflatlake.net

RUNNER-UP

Scotts Flat Lake

BEST FISHING SPOT WINNER

Bullards Bar

23333 Scott’s Flat Rd., Nevada City 530-265-5302 scottsflatlake.net

12571 Marysville Rd., Dobbins 877-692-3201 bullardsbar.com

RUNNER-UP

BEST CAMPING

Bowman Lake

WINNER

WINNER

Alta Sierra Country Club 11897 Tammy Wy., Grass Valley 530-273-2010 altasierracc.com

RUNNER-UP

Nevada County Country Club 1040 E Main St, Grass Valley 530-272-1272 nccountryclub.com

BEST HIKING TRAIL WINNER

Independence Trail

Hwy. 49 - North, Nevada City 530-477-4788 parks.ca.gov/?page_id=25221

RUNNER-UP

Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E. Empire St., Grass Valley 530-273-8522 empiremine.org

sierraoutdoorrecreation.com/Members/Reservoirs/Bowman_Lake

Scotts Flat Lake

23333 Scotts Flat Rd., Nevada City 530-265-5302 scottsflatlake.net

THANK YOU for voting us

BEST GARAGE DOOR COMPANY for 2013

“BIG JOHN’S” Garage Door Co.

Garage Doors & Electric Openers ■ All Makes & Models ■ Steel Sectional Doors ■ Spring Replacement ■

Contractors Welcome ■ Door Closers and Repair ■ Free Estimates ■ Senior Discounts/Automatic Doors for Handicap ■

Our #1 priority for over 30 years has always been to give our customers SAME DAY SERVICE AND GREAT PRICES TOO at no extra charge.

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(530) 265-6359 Auburn (530) 823-6438

Over

30 Years Experience

Locally Owned & Operated

BEST LIVE THEATER

BEST CHARITABLE EVENT OF THE YEAR

WINNER

Center for the Arts

WINNER

MEB2 Turkey Trot

314 W Main St, Grass Valley 530-274-8384 thecenterforthearts.org

Nov. 27, 2014 Nevada Union High School’s Hooper Stadium 11761 Ridge Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-0521 or 530-913-3782 meb2turkeytrot.com

RUNNER-UP

Off Broad Street 305 Commercial St., Nevada City 530-265-8686 offbroadstreet.com

RUNNER-UP

The Union’s Paint the Town Pink

Oct. 23, 2014 Nevada County Fairgrounds 11228 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530-477-4241 theunion.com/pink

BEST LOCAL EVENT OF THE YEAR WINNER

Nevada County Fair Aug. 6-10, 2014 11228 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-6217 nevadacountyfair.com/fair

RUNNER-UP

Cornish Christmas Dec. 5-19, 2014 Downtown Grass Valley downtowngrassvalley.com/grass-valley/cornish-christmas

BEST MOVIE THEATER WINNER

Del Oro Theater

165 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-272-1646 sierracinemas.com/deloro.asp

RUNNER-UP

BEST NIGHT SPOT WINNER

Cirino’s At Main Street 215 W Main St, Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

RUNNER-UP

Cooper’s

235 Commercial St., Nevada City 530- 265-0116 coopersnclive.com

BEST PARK WINNER

Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E. Empire St., Grass Valley 530-273-8522 empiremine.org

RUNNER-UP

Pioneer Park

421 Nimrod St. Nevada City 530-265-2496 gonevadacounty.com/attraction/pioneer-park

Sierra Cinemas

840-C E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-9000 sierracinemas.com

Economy Pest Control INC. THIRD GENERATION FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

Celebating 40 year! ®

CONTROL OF

Thank you to each of our customers.

We look forward to many more years.

Call for a

FREE ESTIMATE

1st Generation

3rd Generation

Ants • Bald Face Hornets Bed Bugs • Beetles Black Widows • Carpenter Ants Carpenter Bees • Centipedes Crickets • Earwigs • Fleas Mice & Rats • Millipedes Pantry Pests • Roaches Scorpions • Silverfish • Spiders Wasps • Yellow Jackets

And More

Call today for our Special Anniversary Offer!

• Friendly Service by Trained State Licensed Technicians • Enjoy No Contracts, High Pressure Sales or Commissions • Guaranteed Results with Free Call Backs if Necessary • QUICK RESPONSE • Spider Web & Wasp Nest Removal Included

Select a program that meets YOUR needs

www.EconomyPestControl.com Voted by The Union Readers Best Pest Control 2002-2013

Nevada County (530)

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273-1766

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Placer County (530)

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yers’ LeafGuard is the only seamless, one-piece leaf protection gutter system in the market. Byers’ LeafGuard works on the scientific principle known as “liquid adhesion.” Rainwater clings to Leaf Guard’s curved hood and drops into the trough, while leaves, twigs, pine needles, and debris roll over the edge to the ground. This means the homeowner will never have to clean or maintain their gutters. Unlike two-piece systems, screens or add-on covers, Byers’ LeafGuard is an integrated system formed from a single piece of aluminum. Seamless construction – along with our heavy, commercial-grade .032” aluminum – gives our gutters superior structural strength. Seamless also means our gutters won’t leak.

From our humble beginnings in 1987, Byers’ has grown to become one of the largest LeafGuard companies in the country. We owe our success to

Byers LeafGuard Gutter Systems 1-800-977-5323 ByersLeafGuard.com

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our extraordinary staff. Our people are passionately committed to the principles that guide our company: honesty, integrity, superior workmanship, community involvement, and the desire to exceed our client’s expectations. Since 2001, Byers’ has won California’s WRAP award for leadership in recycling. WRAP (Waste Reduction Awards Program) was created by the California Integrated Waste Management Board to recognize California Businesses that have made outstanding efforts to reduce waste going to landfills.

Our guarantee says it all: “Byers’ LeafGuard Gutter Systems is guaranteed to NEVER clog for as long as you own your home, or we’ll clean it for free!”

If it clogs, we clean it – end of story.

Customers can buy with confidence, knowing that they will never have to clean their gutters again. ­— Ray Byers, Sr., owner

FREE

USE OF TRUCK FOR MOVE-IN

• Units from 4x3 up to 10x30 • Easy driveway for large trucks • Locally owned & operated with onsite resident • Alarm on every unit • Well lighted, sparkling units, safe, secure • 16 digital surveillance cameras • Snow removal

Watch our “Happy art” change with the holidays!

Voted consistently #1 every year since we opened!

175 Springhill Drive, Grass Valley • 530-274-4455 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County 15

BEST PLACE FOR CYCLING WINNER

Nevada City

nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-thingsto-do/outdoor-recreation/road-biking-cycling

RUNNER-UP

Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E. Empire St., Grass Valley 530-273-8522 empiremine.org

RUNNER-UP

Nevada County Fair

Aug. 6-10, 2014 11228 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-6217 nevadacountyfair.com/fair

WINNER

RUNNER UP

Lake Tahoe

Car Bright

BEST PLACE TO PICNIC

RUNNER-UP

WINNER

Rainbow Lodge

50080 Hampshire Rocks Road, Soda Springs 530-426-3661 therainbowlodge.com

RUNNER-UP

Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E. Empire St., Grass Valley 530-273-8522 empiremine.org

BEST PLACE TO TAKE THE KIDS WINNER

49er Fun Park

314 Railroad Ave., Grass Valley 530-272-4949 49erfunpark.com

2428 Nevada City Hwy Grass Valley, CA 95945

(530) 478-8383 www.deltahl.com

NMLS Lic. #230270 CalBRE #0107226

A Finer Detail

BEST ROMANTIC GETAWAY

southyubariverstatepark.org

WINNER 950 Idaho Maryland, Grass Valley 530-477-1455 afinerdetailgv.com

visitinglaketahoe.com

South Yuba River

BEST AUTO DETAILER

AUTO/MOTORCYLE

BEST AUTO BODY SHOP WINNER

Tripps Auto Body & Paint Shop 127 Stewart St., Grass Valley 530-273-8515

1671 E. Main St., Suite # C, Grass Valley 530- 273-5482

BEST AUTO GLASS WINNER

Moule Paint & Glass 700 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-273-4643 moulepaintandglass.com

RUNNER UP

Grass Valley Glass 208 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley 530- 272-2621

RUNNER UP

Chris’ Collision Repair

470 Idaho Maryland Road, Grass Valley 530- 272-2271 chriscollisionrepair.com

The Best keep getting better and better!

Thank you to all of our valued clients who have trusted us for all their home loan needs since 1989.

You are truly appreciated!

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Network Real Estate (530) 272-8885 www.network-realestate.com

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etwork Real Estate: Integrity and good corporate citizenship The keys to success are unique to every individual business owner. For Network Real Estate owners Bill and Kathy Papola, their 32-year firm was founded on a higher level of excellence that blends professionalism, integrity and being responsible corporate citizens.

Bill and Kathy have been long-time Nevada County residents, each relocating from different areas. Bill obtained his real estate license in 1973, and just recently received his REALTOR® Emeritus status from the National Association of REALTORS® for his forty years as a member. In his early career, he was a local ranch and acquisitions broker.

Kathy got her license in 1975. She specialized in land in the Chicago Park and Rollins Lake area. Their paths crossed in the late-1970s, and together they set the course for what has become one of our community’s thriving, locally owned companies.

The Papolas opened their first real estate

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office, Consolidated Brokers, a block from downtown Grass Valley in 1982. That same year, they bought the site at the corner of Colfax and South Auburn that is now Network Real Estate’s corporate office.

Today, with branches in Nevada City, Lake Wildwood and in South County plus over 50 REALTORS® strong, Network has its roots firmly in Western Nevada County.

While their business roots are in the county, their hearts are in community. The two are deeply involved in a variety of local charities, and are particularly supportive of youth resources. A few of them include Youth in Agriculture, Big Brother Big Sisters, The Friendship Club, 4-H, and Agriculture FFA Education. They have also served on many nonprofit boards.

“We are thankful to live and work here, and appreciate the recognition as Nevada County’s best real estate company,” stated Kathy.“Our work inside and outside the office is very gratifying. This really is the ‘best’ county to live in!”

Mike Bratton, Agent Lic. #0674070 (530) 273-0521

768 Taylorville Road, Ste A Grass Valley, CA 95945 www.mikebrattonagency.com

Community starts with neighbors who care Thank you, Nevada County!

PROVIDING INSURANCE & FINANCIAL SERVICES

Heather

Customer Service Representative

Voted Voted Best Best of Of Nevada Nevada County County 2002-2013 2002-2012

Pamela

Licensed Agent Insurance Specialist

Jim

Licensed Agent Field Underwriter

Sarah

Licensed Agent Insurance Specialist

Jennifer

Licensed Agent Insurance Specialist

Kathie

Licensed Agent Insurance Specialist

LeeAnn

Licensed Agent Business Specialist

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BEST AUTO PARTS

BEST CAR DEALER

BEST GAS/CONVENIENCE SHOP

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Riebe’s Auto Parts

Pioneer Motors

Robinson Enterprises Inc.

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

O’Reilly Auto Parts

Liberty Motors

126 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-4000 riebes.com

121 Olympia Park Rd, Grass Valley 530-477-7189 oreillyauto.com

BEST AUTO REPAIR WINNER

Plaza Tire & Auto Services 531 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530-265-4642

1774 S. Canyon Way, Colfax 530-346-8782

17317 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530-432-9144

1571 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530-477-1414 plazatireandautoservice.com

1611 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 477-1000 pioneermotors.com

600 Freeman Ln., Grass Valley 800-576-5454 libertymotorsgv.com

RUNNER UP

Chevron Grass Valley

107 E McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530-272-8815

BEST CAR WASH

WINNER

Suds Bros. Car Wash

900 La Barr Meadows Rd, Grass Valley 530-272-7378 sudsbros.com

RUNNER UP

Gold Flat Express Lube & Car Wash 421 Hollow Way, Nevada City 530-478-1955 goldflatexpresslube.com

234 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530-274-1341 chevronwithtechron.com

BEST MOTOR SPORTS WINNER

Sierra Motor Sports

2121 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-273-1384 www.sierramotorsports.com

RUNNER UP

Mark’s Cycle Store

RUNNER UP

144 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530- 273-8337 www.markscyclestore.com

Foothill Car Care

653 Maltman Dr., Ste. A, Grass Valley 530- 477-5712 foothillcarcare.com

293 Lower Grass Valley Road, Nevada City 201 East Main Street, Grass Valley 892 East Main Street, Grass Valley 530-265-5844 robinsonenterprises.com

Thank You Nevada County

for Voting Us Best Dentists Providing excellent dentistry in Nevada County since 1984 by making your concerns and dental health our top priority

Creasey & Pfaffinger General Dentistry 216 S. Pine St., Nevada City (530) 265-5815 or 265-8011 www.nevadacitydentists.com 18 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

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The Home Center • 330 Idaho-Maryland Rd., Grass Valley • 530-273-5568

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nce again…..thank you Nevada County for voting Youngs Carpet One and Sierra Tile & Stone“Best Of”for the 15th time! What an honor!

My family has been serving Nevada County since 1972, 42 years, WOW! In that time we’ve done jobs from Indonesia to Hawaii. The California State Capitol to Squaw Valley Ski Lodge…

Nevada County schools and hospitals, as well as surrounding counties, and lots and lots of your homes and businesses. We obviously couldn’t have done it without you….couldn’t have done it without my amazing staff. Sales, Accounting, Installation, Management, Warehouse, there are a lot of great people that I would like to acknowledge and thank Sometime we think of ourselves in Nevada County as a tiny part of the world… Here at Youngs we have been honored for some pretty special achievements, on a national scale, over the last year.

• Wools of New Zealand. No. 1 in sales of over 1400 stores nationwide

• Vinyl and vinyl plank from IVC. No. 1 in sales of over 1400 stores nationwide. (month of April 2013) • Top 10 nationwide in“Tigressa carpet sales” from Shaw Industries, Shaw is the world’s largest carpet manufacturer.

During all this I kept saying to myself ”this is Grass Valley in Nevada County? What were the stores doing in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles??”But thanks to YOU…we did it…

The last few years have been challenging for lots of businesses, ours included, but we came out of them stronger than ever. My life dream is coming true….a multi-generational family business. Two of my sons and two of my daughterin-laws are active in the store. My mom used to work here and my two brothers, we would laugh about the little children taking over, not a joke anymore! Could not be any prouder.

Again, thanks to all of my friends, customers and employees for the 15th time!

— Randy Young, President, Youngs Carpet One and Sierra Tile & Stone

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BEST OIL CHANGE WINNER

Plaza Tire & Auto Services 531 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530-265-4642

1774 S. Canyon Way, Colfax 530-346-8782

17317 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530-432-9144

1571 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530-477-1414 plazatireandautoservice.com

RUNNER UP

Gold Flat Express Lube & Car Wash 421 Hollow Way, Nevada City 530-478-1955 goldflatexpresslube.com

RUNNER UP

Les Schwab

570 Freeman Ln., Grass Valley 530- 272-2132 lesschwab.com

BEST TOWING SERVICE WINNER

Fischer Towing

647 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-273-3180

RUNNER UP

Kilroy’s Towing Services

12077 State Hwy. 49, Grass Valley 530- 273-3495 kilroysauto.com

B&B/HOTELS

BEST TIRE SHOP Plaza Tire & Auto Services 531 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530-265-4642

1774 S. Canyon Way, Colfax 530-346-8782

17317 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530-432-9144

1571 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530-477-1414 plazatireandautoservice.com

121 Bank St., Grass Valley 530-477-1700 hiexpress.com

RUNNER UP

The Outside Inn

575 E. Broad St., Nevada City 530-265-2233 outsideinn.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE

BEST BAKERY WINNER

Flour Garden Bakery

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Deer Creek Inn

Summer Thyme’s Bakery & Deli

575 E. Broad St., Nevada City 530-265-2233 outsideinn.com

116 Nevada St., Nevada City 530- 264-7038 deercreekinn.net

Thank you to all our wonderful patients for voting us the BEST OPTOMETRISTS! We strive to provide you with the highest level of professional eyecare and technology.

Drs. Chan, Moon & Kirschbaum 360 Sierra College Drive, Suite 100, Grass Valley

20 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

Gold Miners Inn Holiday Inn Express

The Outside Inn

WINNER

Dr. Stephanie Kirschbaum, Dr. Jerry Chan, Dr. Lisa Moon

(530) 273-3190

WINNER

999 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-272-2043 109 Neal Street, Grass Valley 530- 477-1334 340 C Elm Ave., Auburn 530-888-1011 flourgarden.com

BEST BED AND BREAKFAST/INN

WINNER

BEST HOTEL/MOTEL

231 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley 530-273-2904 summerthymes.com

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BEST BAR

BEST CATERING COMPANY

RUNNER UP

Paulette’s Country Kitchen

WINNER

Cirino’s At Main Street 215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

RUNNER UP

Friar Tuck’s Restaurant & Bar 111 N. Pine St., Nevada City 530-265-9093 friartucks.com

BEST BARBEQUE WINNER

Smiley Guys Smokehouse 131 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley 530-274-2933 smileyguyssmokehouse.com

RUNNER UP

BEST BUFFET WINNER

Royal Dragon Restaurant 101 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530- 272-2868

RUNNER UP

India Oven

722 Freeman Ln, Grass Valley 530-477-5670 theindiaoven.com

BEST CASUAL DINING WINNER

101 Broad St., Nevada City 530-265-5838 leftysgrill.com

BEST BREAKFAST WINNER

South Pine Café

110 S. Pine St., Nevada City 530-265-0260 southpinecafe.com

102 N. Richardson St., Grass Valley 530-274-0261

Christopher’s Old World Deli & Catering Company

Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro 302 W Main St, Grass Valley 530-272-1468 tofanellis.com

WINNER

875 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-4008 paulettescountrykitchen.com

Lefty’s Grill

RUNNER UP

Cirino’s At Main Street

206 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-272-8919 christophersdeli.com

RUNNER UP

Emily’s Catering & Cakes 313 Commercial St, Nevada City 530-409-3716 emilyscateringandcakes.com

BEST CHINESE FOOD WINNER

Asian Garden 2074 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-273-0666 asiangardengv.com

RUNNER UP

Fred’s Szechuan Chinese Restaurant 224 Broad St., Nevada City 530-478-9072

215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

Thank you

to our wonderful customers for all your support and for voting us BEST PHARMACY for 7 consecutive years! · Quick Efficient Service · Competitive Prices · Unique Gifts · Greeting Cards · Candles · Willow Tree Figures · Jewelry & More

THANK YOU GRASS VALLEY FOR VOTING US

‘BEST FAST FOOD’ AGAIN!

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Swasey’s Hair Center 530 Brunswick Road, Grass Valley 530-477-7747 • swaseys.com

wasey’s HAIR CENTER

PROFILE

Make your family part of our family

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wasey’s Hair Center is a family owned hair salon that has been serving Nevada County for twenty six years in our current 530 Brunswick Road location. Swasey’s Hair Center was opened by husband and wife Doug and Kay Swasey, and is currently owned Sandra Mathias, their daughter Swasey’s was opened with the goal of supplying the hard working families of Nevada County, just like themselves, with affordable professional quality hair care. We continue this tradition today by continuing to offer an array of different services to benefit the entire family, from classic to current haircuts and styles to custom perms, colors and natural looking hi-lights, as well as waxing and nail services, all at family affordable prices.

We contribute our success not only to the years of experience and expertise, but also to the fact that we strive to help each client find a comfortable

confidence in the way their hair looks and feels. Many of our clients have been with us from the start, creating the bond that we had intended from the start.

Watching our clients grow from getting their first childhood haircut to now bringing in their own children for their first haircut, or the young family just starting out to now bringing in their grandchildren; is the legacy that the Swasey family intended to create. It is that strong family bond that blends both client and stylist together at Swasey’s.

Swasey’s Hair Center is opened six days a week and offers extended hour appointments when available. Call or stop in for your next salon visit.

Thank you Nevada County for voting us Best Hair Salon three years in a row!

— Kay Swasey, Trishele Swasey, Dawn Montagne, Nancy Harbert-Stadel and Sandra Mathias

wasey’s HAIR CENTER

Make your family part of our family

Thank you for voting us Best Salon again!

- We’re Here for Your ENTIRE Family Nancy Harbert-Stadel, Dawn Montagne, Kay Swasey, Sandra Mathias, Trishele Swasey

(530) 477-7747

530 Brunswick Rd. Grass Valley swaseys.com 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County 23

BEST COFFEE SHOP

BEST FAST FOOD

WINNER

WINNER

Caroline’s Coffee Roasters 128 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530- 273-6424 carolinescoffee.com

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Pine Street Burgers

1249 E Main St, Grass Valley 530- 477-5054 pinestreetburgers.com

Jimboy’s Tacos

1937 Nevada City Highway, Grass Valley 530- 477-9490 jimboystacos.com

BEST ITALIAN FOOD WINNER

RUNNER UP

Starbucks

716 Freeman Ln., Grass Valley 530-274-1595 starbucks.com

Cirino’s At Main Street

Taco Bell

109 Olympic Park Rd., Grass Valley 530-477-8163 tacobell.com

BEST FINE DINING

11867 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-273-2249

215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

RUNNER UP

Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro

WINNER

BEST DELI

302 W Main St, Grass Valley 530-272-1468 tofanellis.com

Kane’s Family Restaurant

WINNER

SPD Market

735 Zion St., Nevada City 530- 265-4596 129 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530-272-5000 spdmarket.com RUNNER UP

Beach Hut Deli

120 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530- 273-8111 kanesrestaurant.net

BEST LUNCH WINNER

RUNNER UP

South Pine Café

New Moon Café

203 York St., Nevada City 530-265-6399 thenewmooncafe.com

Glenbrook Plaza, 522 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-477-5151 beachhutdeli.com

BEST HAMBURGER AND FRIES

Big A Rootbeer Drive-In

Beach Hut Deli (Seasonal) Longs Ravine at the Outrigger, Rollins Lake, Colfax 530-346-6188 beachhutdeli.com/locations

WINNER

110 S. Pine St., Nevada City 530-265-0260 southpinecafe.com

102 N. Richardson St., Grass Valley 530-274-0261

RUNNER UP

Cirino’s At Main Street

810 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530-273-3243 bigadrivein.com

215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

Thanks to All Our Loyal Customers For Voting Us Best Pizza and Best Value Meal in 2013!

Once again, we thank The Union readers for voting us

“Best Golf Course in Nevada County” for the 11th time!

The Alta Sierra Country Club is the premier club in the Gold Country. Our restaurant is available to the public for dining or banquets and the golf course is available on a limited basis.

Currently, memberships are available.

www.altasierracc.com 530-273-2041

3 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU

NEVADA CITY LAKE OF THE PINES PENN VALLEY 773 Nevada Street

(530) 478-0470 24 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

21515 Higgins Road

(530) 268-1073

17464 Penn Valley Drive

(530) 432-0700

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13396 Ridge Road, Grass Valley 530-273-6608 • atozsupply.com

PROFILE

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to Z Supply was started with Dan Wheat in 1984.

He has since added his son, Danny II, along with his daughter, April, who runs the garden center. Our philosophy is to treat every customer like they are family. Since we are the local Ace Hardware, we take their statement and hold it true.“Ace ...the helpful place.”We carry everything from irrigation, electrical, plumbing to beekeeping equipment to canning to a large garden center.

We hold weekly workshops for gardening to irrigation to setting up a drip irrigation system. In the early spring, beekeeping workshops start that flow into the summer with canning and home food preservation workshops. A to Z Supply has four full-time beekeepers on staff along with a master gardener and a certified master food preserver.

Not sure how to set up a well or start your irrigation for your pasture? They can draw up plans and give you a bid for free. It is all part of the customer service that we provide here at A to Z Supply.

A to Z Supply is located on Ridge Road, between Alta Street and Rough and Ready Highway. Follow us on Facebook at A to Z Supply garden center. A to Z Supply is open seven days a week. So, stop and say hi, check out the garden center, walk the aisles of the hardware store, or just stop to pick up some local honey from Dan’s beehives.

A to Z Supply, we are here to be helpful ...

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Thank You for voting us

530-273-6608 • atozsupply.com • 13396 Ridge Rd • Grass Valley Conveniently located minutes from downtown Grass Valley (Between Alta St. & Rough & Ready Hwy)

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Thank you to everyone who voted us

Best Nail Salon 8 years in a row!

526 Sutton Way, Grass Valley

(530) 272-7256

(In the Ben Franklin/Grocery Outlet Shopping Center)

Acrylic | Fiberglass | Gel | Air Brush “Pink & White” | Glitter Nails | Manicure Spa Pedicure | Waxing Services 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County 25

BEST MEXICAN FOOD

New Moon Café

WINNER

Maria’s Mexican Restaurant 226 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-274-2040 mariasgrassvalley.com

WINNER

203 York St., Nevada City 530-265-6399 thenewmooncafe.com

Northridge Restaurant

773 Nevada St., Nevada City 530- 478-0470

17464 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530-432-0700

BEST PASTIES

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Plaza Jalisco

Marshall’s Pasties

760 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley 530-274-2307 plazajaliscorestaurant.sacmobileweb.com

BEST ORGANIC EATERY WINNER

BriarPatch Co-op

290 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley 530-272-5333 briarpatch.coop

RUNNER UP

21515 Higgins Rd., Auburn, CA 530-268-1073 northridgerestaurant.com

203 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-272-2844

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Cousin Jack’s Pasty Company

Frank’s Pizza

100 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530- 272-9230 cousinjackspasty.com

122 E Main St, Grass Valley 530-273-4622 frankspizzanow.com

BEST PATIO DINING

BEST SEAFOOD

WINNER

Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro

California Organics

135 Argall Way, Nevada City 560-265-9392 californiaorganics.com

BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT WINNER

Cirino’s At Main Street 215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

302 W Main St, Grass Valley 530-272-1468 tofanellis.com

RUNNER UP

Kane’s Family Restaurant

• Coaching & Consulting • Branding & Marketing • Websites, Print & Content • Accounting & Projections

WINNER

New Moon Café

203 York St., Nevada City 530-265-6399 thenewmooncafe.com

RUNNER UP

120 E. Main Street, Grass Valley 530- 273-8111 www.kanesrestaurant.net

“We turn your professional service into profitable 530.273.6301 BUSINESS.” 140 Litton Drive Suite 200 Grass Valley

BEST PIZZA

RUNNER UP

Cirino’s At Main Street

215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000 cirinosatmainstreet.com

THANK YOU NEVADA COUNTY! Ishaan Judd Reyna VOTED BEST LOCAL ARTIST Singer/Songwriter

All the expertise you need in one place!

We’re proud to be voted RUNNER UP in The Union’s BEST OF BUSINESS/ LIFE COACHING category! THANK YOU! Janice Knight Freddy Zylstra Judy Nichols Phyllis Orzalli

Available for Weddings and Special Events Ishaan Reyna Music

530-913-1134

Accelerating Profit for Women Business Owners

www.wildwomenforbusiness.com 26 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

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GOLD COUNTRY KUK SOOL WON TEACHER OF THE YEAR TONY REYNA, Gold Country Kuk Sool Won 127 Argall Way • Nevada City • (530) 478-1412 • goldcountrykuksoolwon.com

PROFILE

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he 2014 Best of Nevada Country Teacher of the year is Tony Reyna.

Tony owns and operates Gold Country Kuk Sool Won martial arts school in Nevada City. For the last two decades, Tony has been helping the youth and adults in Nevada County and beyond to improve their self-confidence, health, and personal well-being through martial arts training. Tony’s outreach programs have impacted thousands of students through numerous local school districts. His contributions to Big Brothers and Sisters, as well as sponsorships to at risk children with martial arts lessons, have significantly improved the lives and future of hundreds of local children.

His family oriented teaching has brought sons, daughters, moms, dads, and grandparents together, often practicing in the same classes. The safe, fun, and family atmosphere has created stronger communication and personal relationships with all involved.

Tony began his training in Kuk Sool Won while serving in the US Air Force. In 1982 he tested for his first degree black belt in Kunsan, Korea. He’s had the unique opportunity to have been taught by over twenty different Kuk Sool instructors and masters. He currently trains under the founder’s eldest son, master Sung Jin Suh. One of Tony’s favorite aspects of teaching Kuk Sool Won is the wide range of ages he instructs. Student’s ages range 2 to 83. He firmly believes that the etiquette, patience, self-discipline, and perseverance that are developed through Kuk Sool training will help all students, regardless of age, in their daily lives.

The greatest gift Tony receives is seeing former students in the community, many of which are now bringing their children for training and having them remark how Kuk Sool has helped influence their lives. 2014 marks Tony’s 34th year in Kuk Sool and 20th anniversary of teaching in Nevada County.

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BEST STEAKS WINNER

RUNNER UP

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Taste of Thai

Lucchesi Vineyards & Winery

204 W. Main St., #103, Grass Valley 530- 274-2968 tasteofthaigv.com

The Willo Steak House

16898 State Hwy 49, Nevada City 530-265-9902 thewillo.com

128 Mill Street, Grass Valley 530-274-2164 lucchesivineyards.com

HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL/ SERVICES/GOODS

BEST VALUE MEAL (QUALITY & PRICE) WINNER

RUNNER UP

Northridge Restaurant

The Owl Grill & Saloon

134 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-274-1144 owlgrillandsaloon.com

BEST SUSHI WINNER

Sushi in the Raw

315 Spring St., Nevada City 530-478-9503

773 Nevada St., Nevada City 530- 478-0470

17464 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530-432-0700

BEST AUDIOLOGIST

21515 Higgins Rd., Auburn, CA 530-268-1073 northridgerestaurant.com

Audiology Associates Hearing Center

RUNNER UP

Cirino’s At Main Street

RUNNER UP

215 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-6000

Sushi Q

238 Commercial St., Nevada City 530- 265-5757

BEST WINERY

Smith Vineyard

WINNER

142 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 273-7032 www.smithvineyard.com

Sopa Thai Cuisine

312-316 Commercial St., Nevada City 530-470-0101 sopathai.net

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RUNNER UP Gold Country Hearing Center 457 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-477-8114 goldhearing.com

Celebrating 23 Years 200

Karen Coley M.A, CCC-A 101 Margaret Lane, Ste. E, Grass Valley 530- 272-2247 gvhearing.com

Kimberly Bonney, Au.D.

WINNER

BEST THAI FOOD

WINNER

NEVADA COUNTY’S #1 TANNING SALON

TROPICAL TANS Best equipped salon in town GOLDEN TANS • Tanning Beds • Stand-up Booth • Mystic Tan® UV Free Spray-on Booth BODY WRAPS • Lose 4-15 Inches • Toxin Cleanse Clothing • Swimwear • Body Jewelry Lotions, Sunglasses & More!

COMING SOON

Passive exercise toning tables - for inch loss & body firming • Spray on Tattoos • Oxygen bar Collagen Red Light Therapy (anti-aging treatment)

147 Joerschke Dr. GV

477-8707

OPEN 7 Days Serving the community since 1988

Clean atmosphere Friendly & Knowledgeable Staff

Thanks for voting us #1 all these years

Nevada County Fairgrounds 530-273-6217 nevadacountyfair.com Thank you for voting the Nevada County Fair as “Nevada County’s Best Local Event” for 12 years in a row!

The support of our customers and our community is overwhelming. We are successful because of our amazing community!

The Nevada County Fairgrounds – also known as the 17th District Agricultural Association – was established in 1884, stemming from legislative action in 1859, which authorized the formation of agricultural districts. While the Nevada County Fair has been around since 1938 – with the exception of no Fairs during the World War II years – the first Fair at its current location on McCourtney Road was in 1947. The first buildings on the grounds were built in 1951.

Today, recognized as “California’s Most Beautiful Fairgrounds,” with one of the top 10 rural fairs in America, the Nevada County Fairgrounds is situated among hundreds of pine trees on nearly 100 acres. In addition to the annual

PROFILE

Fair, it is home to the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair, as well as the Country Christmas Faire. There is also an RV Park, Lions Lake, rental facilities, weekly events, some of our community’s largest outdoor events, and lots of areas to walk.

Additionally, the Nevada County Fairgrounds is an economic, social and cultural treasure for Nevada County. In 2009, the annual Fair contributed nearly $20 million in economic impact to Nevada County, created 200 local jobs, and generated approximately $274,000 in local tax revenue.

This year’s Nevada County Fair is August 6 – 10, and activities include on-going live entertainment, carnival rides and games, barns full of livestock, thousands of community exhibits, arena events, and food contests. As always, our community non-profit organizations will be serving an array of fabulous food on Treat Street.

For more information or event details, visit NevadaCountyFair.com.

Thank you for voting the Nevada County Fair

“Nevada County’s Best Event” Join us at this year’s Fair

August 6-10

Stephanie Harvey-Statler would like to Thank You for voting for

- Best InterIor DesIgner Space Planning : Color Consultations Project Management : New Construction Redesign : Custom Draperies & Blinds Upholstery : Area Rugs

Nevada County Fairgrounds

Residential & Commercial

11228 McCourtney Road Grass Valley (530) 273-6217 www.NevadaCountyFair.com

12 Years in a Row! Voted runner-up for “Best Place to Take the Kids”

Helping You Make Your House A Home Since 1997 StephaniesCustomInteriors.com

530-205-9509

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BEST CHIROPRACTOR

BEST DOCTOR

WINNER

WINNER

Dr. Dale Jacobson

Dr. John Reeder

Jacobson Chiropractic 194 Gold Flat Rd., Nevada City 530-265-2220 jacobsonchiropractic.net

RUNNER UP

Dr. Robert Morgan

565 Brunswick Rd., Suite 5, Grass Valley 530-274-7007

BEST DENTIST WINNER

Creasey & Pfaffinger General Dentistry Dr. Craig Creasey, Dr. Jean Creasey and Dr. Justin Pfaffinger 216 S. Pine St, Nevada City 530-265-8515 nevadacitydentists.com

RUNNER UP

BEST HOLISTIC PRACTITIONER/ HEALER WINNER

Sierra Care Physicians 140 Litton Dr Suite 100, Grass Valley 530-272-9770 scphysicians.com

Dr. Lisa Hosbein

RUNNER UP

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Dr. Michael Curtis

White Water Naturopathic

1345 Whispering Pines Lane, Grass valley 530-273-9342 scphysicians.com

Suite C, 1097 E Main St, Grass Valley 530-271-7123 whitewaternaturopathic.com

BEST MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER

BEST HEARING COMPANY WINNER

Gold Country Hearing Center 457 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-477-8114 goldhearing.com

RUNNER UP 102A Argall Way, Nevada City 530-470-8897 www.nevadacountyhearingaidcenter.com

Dr. Stacy Fore 463 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-273-1470 foredentalcare.com

WINNER

Anew Day

117 New Mohawk Road, Ste. A, Nevada City 530-470-9111 anew-day.com

Nevada County Hearing Aid Center

Fore Dental Care

10024 Newtown Rd, Nevada City 530-265-9600 treeoflifewellnesscenter.org

RUNNER UP

Dr. James A Stratagakis 825 Zion Street, Nevada City 530-470-0444

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BEST OPTHAMOLOGIST

BEST ORTHODONTIST

WINNER

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Dr. Keith Mercer

Dr. Dan Murphy

Sierra View Medical Eye Inc. 400 Sierra College Dr., Ste. A, Grass Valley 530-272-3411

RUNNER UP

Dr. John Hagele Sierra Medical Eye Group 400 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley 530-272-3411

Dr. Jon Menig

105 Providence Mine Rd., Ste. 203, Nevada City 530- 478-8366 menigortho.com

BEST PHARMACY WINNER

Drs. Chan, Moon and Kirschbaum 360 Sierra College Dr., Ste. 100, Grass Valley 530- 273-3190 drschanandmoon.com

RUNNER UP

Dr. Tanya Markis-Meyer

Grass Valley Eye Care 670 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-273-6000 gveyecare.com

John Seivert, PT, DPT, GDMT, FAAOMPT, CSCS

RUNNER UP

BEST OPTOMETRIST Dr. Lisa Moon

WINNER

115 W. Empire St., Grass Valley 530-272-1981

WINNER

BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Body Logic Physical Therapy 155 Spring Hill Rd., Grass Valley 530- 272-7306 bodylogicphysicaltherapy.com

RUNNER UP

Ivey Physical Therapy

565 Brunswick Rd #4, Grass Valley 530-273-4152

www.iveypt.com

HOME SERVICES/GOODS

Dokimos’ Pharmacy

640 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-274-0100

BEST AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

737 Zion St., Nevada City 530-470-8854 dokimospharmacy.com

A&A Air Conditioning, Heating & Sheet Metal

WINNER

763 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530-273-1301 aaheating.com

RUNNER UP

Spring Hill Pharmacy

102 Catherine Lane, Grass Valley 530- 273-2268 springhillpharmacy.com

RUNNER UP

Brewer Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 937 Golden Gate Terrace., Grass Valley 530-272-6351 brewerhvac.com

Thank you to our patients for voting us #1 for Best Hearing Center!

PRESENTING

a wide variety of programming in our intimate 300 seat main stage theater.

SHOWCASING

touring headlining artists in our Offsite Series.

OFFERING

classes and workshops for artists of all ages.

Kimberly Bonney, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology

Honest, Professional Care and Service You Can Trust Call Today to Schedule Your Appointment WE’VE MOVED!

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a venue for the community to rent and enjoy.

COLLABORATING

with non-profits to build awareness of their organizations.

INSPIRING

and educating audiences of all ages.

530.274.8384 •

314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley Buy Tickets • Become a Member For a complete schedule of events visit www.thecenterforthearts.org

Family owned & operated

Billiards & pool room accessories

Wedding, retirement & birthday gifts

Custom engraving

Trophies & plaques

We have furnished many homes with pool tables, poker tables, game room furniture and accessories.

Recognition Specialists For Three Decades We design awards for any achievement you want to honor Embroidery Services Available Military and School discounts available | Prompt and friendly customer service

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OWNERS BRANDON AND MISTY ASHER

BEST APPLIANCES

RUNNER UP

Grande Wood Design

WINNER

Sears

129 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-9511 searshometownstores.com

998 Plaza Drive, Grass Valley 530-274-330 grandewood.com

BEST CARPET CLEANERS

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Hills Flat Lumber

Carpet Pro

380 Railroad Avenue, Grass Valley 530-273-6171 hillsflatlumber.com

BEST BUILDING CONTRACTOR WINNER

11352 Pleasant Valley Rd., Penn Valley 530-432-5700 carpetpro.net

RUNNER UP

Chem-Dry

Michael DeSena

DeSena Contruction 12204 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530-277-3147

RUNNER UP

16246 Bitney Springs Rd, Nevada City 530-273-7779 chemdry.com

BEST ELECTRICIAN WINNER

Gray Electric Co.

Bruce Ivy Construction

12911 Loma Rica Dr., Grass Valley 530-273-0686 grayelectricco.com

143 Spring Hill, Grass Valley 530-477-6717

BEST CABINET SHOP

RUNNER UP

WINNER

The Cabinet Company

416 Crown Point Cr., Suite 7, Grass Valley 530-273-7533 thecabinetcompany.com

121 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley 530-272-9120 easyasabt.com

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HOURS Sun-Thurs 8am-8pm Fri-Sat 8am-9pm Breakfast ‘til 11am daily

36 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

WINNER

Young’s Carpet One 330 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-802-0517 youngscarpetonegrassvalley.com

RUNNER UP

Premier Flooring 807 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530- 273-3711 premierfloors-gv.com

BEST FURNITURE STORE WINNER

Ashley Furniture HomeStore 161 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-273-8400 ashleyfurniturehomestore.com

RUNNER UP

Sierra Timberline 324 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530- 273-4822 sierratimberline.com

ABT Plumbing, Electric, Heating, & Air Conditioning

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BEST FLOORING STORE

BEST GARAGE DOOR COMPANY WINNER

Big John’s Garage Door 15094 Osdick Court, Nevada City 530- 262-6359

RUNNER UP

Advantage Garage Door Company 18334 Spring Valley Dr., Grass Valley 530-274-3667

BEST HOUSE CLEANERS

RUNNER UP

Gutter Toppers (Right Choice)

WINNER

17288 Cattle Dr., Rough & Ready 530- 272-9660 guttertoppernow.com

The Flying Broom Inc.

BEST HARDWARE/BUILDING SUPPLY WINNER

B & C True Value Home & Garden Center

748 Zion Street, Nevada City 530-265-5666 theflyingbroom.com

RUNNER UP

Happy Hearts Cleaning

BEST GLASS AND WINDOW SHOP

2032 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-273-6105 bandcgrassvalley.com

WINNER

RUNNER UP

BEST LAWN SERVICE/ LANDSCAPE

Moule Paint & Glass

Hills Flat Lumber

WINNER

700 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-273-4643 moulepaintandglass.com

RUNNER UP

380 Railroad Avenue, Grass Valley 530-273-6171 hillsflatlumber.com

208 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley 530- 272-2621

BEST GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

BEST HOME THEATRE/TV STORE Beam Easy Living Center 422 Henderson St., Grass Valley 530-273-5166 beameasy.com

Byers Leafgaurd Gutter Systems 11773 Slow Poke Ln., Grass Valley 530-272-8272 byersleafguard.com

420 Sierra College Dr., Ste. 100, Grass Valley 530-272-1658 bplandscapes.com

RUNNER UP

Weiss Landscaping

12719 Colfax Hwy., Ste. 2, Grass Valley 530-271-7478 goweisslandscaping.com

RUNNER UP

WINNER

BP Landscapes Inc.

WINNER

Grass Valley Glass

530-272-7212

Big 1 Appliance, TV, Mattress, Sofas & Recliners 1145 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-274-2441 big1appliancetvmattresssofasandrecliners-grassvalley-ca.brandsdirect.com

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119 Neal Street, Grass Valley

(530) 272-7744 www.wbu.com/grassvalley BIRD FOOD • FEEDERS • GARDEN ACCENTS • UNIQUE GIFTS

SPRING TRAINING SPECIAL

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BEST LUMBER COMPANY WINNER

Hills Flat Lumber

380 Railroad Avenue, Grass Valley 530-273-6171 hillsflatlumber.com

RUNNER UP

B & C True Value Home & Garden Center 2032 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-273-6105 bandcgrassvalley.com

BEST MATTRESS STORE WINNER

Foothill Mattress & Bedroom Center

U-Haul (Sierra Auto & Trailer Center)

BEST PAINTING CONTRACTOR WINNER

Craig Johnson Plumbing

530-277-7025 mtmpaintingco.com

530-274-7275 grassvalleyplumbing.com

BEST PLUMBING SUPPLY

RUNNER UP

Foothill Painting

WINNER

Ernie’s Van & Storage 185 Spring Hill Dr., Grass Valley 530-273-7836 evsmoving.com

WINNER

653 Maltman Dr., Ste. B, Grass Valley 530-274-9168 foothillpaintinggv.com

11235 Cliffs Place, Grass Valley 530-273-1766 economypestcontrol.com

BEST MOVING COMPANY

815 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-3714 rotorooter.com/grassvalleyca

RUNNER UP

MTM Painting Co.

The Sleep Shop

Roto Rooter

410 Brunswick Road, Grass Valley 530- 271-7099 sleepshopinc.com

WINNER

1150 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-272-2793 uhaul.com

742 C Freeman Ln., Grass Valley 530-273-5254 foothill-mattress.com

RUNNER UP

BEST PLUMBER

RUNNER UP

A to Z Supply

13396 Ridge Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-6608 atozsupply.com

BEST PEST CONTROL WINNER

RUNNER UP

Economy Pest Control

Sierra Plumbing Supply

11423 La Barr Meadows Rd., Grass Valley 530- 477-5168 sierraplumbingsupply.com

RUNNER UP

Grass Valley Pest & Weed Control 310 Railroad Ave., Grass Valley 530- 273-2847 gvbugs.com

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YEARS IN A ROW & COUNTING

TASTE THE BEST – AGAIN! • Now with 3 Floors!

• Offering Cooking Classes • Local Food Products

Fuel Your Passion for Cooking!

Michael Bratton II Turkey Trot This year’s BEST CHARITABLE EVENT!

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115 Mill St., Downtown Grass Valley Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 11-4

273-6997 tesskitchenstore.com

BEST POOL AND SPA SUPPLY STORE

RUNNER UP

All Seasons Pools & Spas

PO Box 1373, Grass Valley 530- 265-0994

WINNER

135 W. McKnight Way 530-477-2220 allseasonspools-spas.com

RUNNER UP

Sierra Timberline

324 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530- 273-4822 sierratimberline.com

BEST PROPANE COMPANY WINNER

Suburban Propane

12575 Charles Dr., Grass Valley 530-273-6113 suburbanpropane.com

RUNNER UP

BEST SOLAR COMPANY

Sether Brothers Roofing

WINNER

BEST SATELLITE DEALER WINNER

Don Adams Antenna Satellite Services 155 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley 530-274-3709

BEST SELF STORAGE

13 Years

SPD Saw Shop Inc.

120 Argall Way, Nevada City 530- 265-5573 spdsaw.com

175 Spring Hill Dr., Grass Valley 530-274-4455 oldbarnstorage.com

RUNNER UP

The Tool Shed

Ernie’s Van & Storage

654 Maltman Dr., Grass Valley 530-477-1185 gvtoolshed.com

185 Spring Hill Dr, Grass Valley 530-273-7836 evsmoving.com

Imports Domestic Cars Trucks Vans 4x4’s All-Wheel-Drives Hybrids

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BEST TOOL/TOOL REPAIR STORE

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731 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530-477-2760 goldroof.com

RUNNER UP

Gold Country Roofing

412 E. Main St. Grass Valley 530-273-4422 sustainableenergygroup.com

155 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley 530-213-1376

BEST ROOFER WINNER

Sustainable Energy Systems

DISH Network

Old Barn Self Storage

563 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-0303 planitsolar.com sierrasolar.com

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Ferrellgas

364 Lower Grass Valley Rd., Grass Valley 530- 265-5896 ferrellgas.com

Plan It Solar/ Sierra Solar Systems

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CELEBRATING 44 GREAT YEARS OVER 1,000,000 STEAKS COOKED ON OUR GRILL

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HOUSING/REAL ESTATE

BEST TREE SERVICE WINNER

Tim the Tree Man

20008 New Roam Rd., Nevada City 530-265-6202 timthetreeman.net

RUNNER UP

Cyrus Tree Service, Inc.

10155 Randolph Lane, Rough & Ready 530-271-2000 cyrustree.com

BEST WOOD STOVE STORE WINNER

Sierra Timberline

324 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-273-4822 sierratimberline.com

RUNNER UP

A-1 Wood Stove, Chimney & Awnings

819 Whispering Pines Lane, Suite G, Grass Valley 530- 477-1979 a1stoves.com

BEST COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE BROKER

WINNER

WINNER

Jon Blinder Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty

855 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-273-7293 nevadacounty4sale.com/agents/jon_blinder.html

RUNNER UP

206 Sacramento St, Suite 100, Nevada City 530-470-0303 grassrootspm.com

RUNNER UP 408 Broad St., Ste. 11A, Nevada City 530- 265-0625 collinspropmgmt.com

11300 Willow Valley Road, Nevada City 530-470-1740 svnhighland.com

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WINNER

BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY

Network Real Estate

WINNER

Delta Home Loans at Comstock Mortgage

2428 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-478-8383 deltahl.com

Nevada County Mortgage (Empire Home Loan Corp) 426 Sutton Way #114 530- 274-0916 nevadacountymortgage.com

Grass Roots Property Management

Collins Property Management

Lock Richards Sperry Van Ness - Highland Commercial

RUNNER UP

BEST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FIRM

167 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530-272-8885 network-realestate.com

436 Broad Street, Nevada City 530-265-2551

11368 Pleasant Valley Road, Penn Valley 530-432-8885 10598 Combie Road, Auburn 530-268-8800

Thank You again for

VOTING US BEST GAS & CONVENIENCE STORE WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS! Stop by one of four foothill gas/filling stations: Nevada City – Cardlock Gas Station Nevada City – Bulk Plant (commercial bulk quantities + fuel delivery) Grass Valley – Robinson, 201 East Main Street Grass Valley – Robinson Shell, 892 East Main Street Georgetown – Georgetown Gas ‘N’ Go, 6341 Hwy 193

Voted Best of Nevada County 2011, 2012, 2013

Best Personal Trainer & Best Weight Loss Coach “I am so grateful to be your choice for The Union’s Best Personal Trainer and Best Weight Loss Coach. Our team at Fit Culture wants to see you succeed in everything you do in life. We are honored to be part of this wonderful community and look forward to watching you reach your personal best. Thank you past and present clients, friends and family!”

We offer unleaded gas (87, 89, 91), diesel #2 (clear and agricultural), in addition to convenience items of snacks, drinks, coffee, food, and much more.

We offer a wide variety of services that I guarantee will change the way you approach weight loss, fitness and self-growth FOREVER!

Serving Nevada County for Over 50 Years

75 Bost Ave. Unit 5 & 6, Nevada City ■ 530-265-5342

www.robinsonenterprises.com 40 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

~ JOEY BRATTON

www.fitculturestudio.com www.healthyhabitsformula.com

RUNNER UP

Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty 855 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-273-7293 www.nevadacounty4sale.com

108 Union Street, Nevada City 530-265-3282

11354 Pleasant Valley Rd., Penn Valley 530-432-1131

BEST TITLE/ESCROW COMPANY

BEST LOCAL ARTIST

WINNER

WINNER

Placer Title Company

Ishaan Judd

380 Sierra College Dr., Ste. 100, Grass Valley 530-477-1382 placertitle.com

RUNNER UP

LeeAnn Brooke

RUNNER UP

PO Box 1788, Nevada City 530-265-6817 leeannbrookfineart.com

First American Title Insurance Co. 10124 Commercial Ave., Penn Valley 530- 432-1531 firstam.com/title/ca

10193 Combie Road, Auburn 530-268-1575

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT Mary Margaretich Network Real Estate

167 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley 530-271-3603 nevadacountymary.com

RUNNER UP

Mimi Simmons ERA Cornerstone Realty Group

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER WINNER

PEOPLE

WINNER

101 Boulder St, Nevada City 530-265-7940 mimisimmons.com

Singer/Song Writer Nevada City 530-913-1134

BEST BUSINESS/LIFE COACH WINNER

Machen McDonald ProBrilliance Leadership Institute

Joy Porter Photography PO BOX 957, Cedar Ridge 530-913-6045 joyporterphotography.com

RUNNER UP

12114 Polaris Drive, Grass Valley 530-273-8000 probrilliance.com

Lisa Williams Photography

RUNNER UP

BEST VOLUNTEER

12909 Octagon Lane, Grass Valley 530-477-5422 lisawilliamsphoto.com

Wild Women for Business

WINNER

140 Litton Drive #200, Grass Valley 530-273-6301 wildwomenforbusiness.com

RELAX refresh R E S T O R E Thanks for Voting Us

Best Day Spa and Best Esthetician

Experience a world-class spa in the heart of downtown Grass Valley

(530) 477-2340

110 E. Main St, Grass Valley

Wolf MountainDaySpa.com

Jay Cooper

RUNNER UP

Best Bakery 2013 Sara Woerner

Thanks to everyone who voted for us!

999 SUTTON GRASS VALLEY

272-2043

340 C ELM AUBURN

888-1011

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477-CAKE

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PERSONAL CARE

BEST AESTHETICIAN WINNER

Miriam Lytle Wolf Mountain Day Spa

BEST DAY SPA

RUNNER UP

Wolf Mountain Day Spa

138 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley 530-274-9053 reflectionsskinoasis.com

WINNER

Reflections Skin Oasis

110 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-2340 wolfmountaindayspa.com

110 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530-477-2340 wolfmountaindayspa.com

Bodyworks Salon and Day Spa

RUNNER UP

BEST HAIR SALON

Margie Carr Reflections Skin Oasis

BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Terri Cooper Myers, CMT Massage & Company

262 S Auburn St, Grass Valley 530- 273-2099 salonbodyworks.com

565 Brunswick Road, Suite # 9, Grass Valley 530-470-0202 massageandco.com

WINNER

138 Colfax Ave., Ste. 2, Grass Valley 530-274-9053 reflectionsskinoasis.com

BEST BARBER SHOP WINNER

Gentleman’s Quarters 110 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530-273-5835

Swasey’s Hair Center

RUNNER UP

530 Brunswick Rd., Grass Valley 530- 477-7747 facebook.com/SwaseysHairCenter

Alice Halford

350 Crowne Point Circle, Suite 215, Grass Valley 530-205-7287 alicehalford.com

RUNNER UP

Blondie’s Salon

BEST NAIL SALON

425 Sutton Way #112, Grass Valley 530-273-8288 grassvalleysalon.com

WINNER

Mai’s Nails

526 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-272-7256

BEST MAKE-UP ARTIST WINNER

RUNNER UP

Tomahawkers

570 Searls Ave, Nevada City 530- 478-5800

Melisa Mistler M3 Mall

RUNNER UP

435 1/2 S Auburn Street., Grass Valley 530-205-8462 www.m3mall.biz

Thanks Nevada County!

Best Auto Parts Store again... for 14 years running!

KC Nails

722 Freeman Ln., Suite K, Grass Valley 530-272-1638

Thank you Nevada County

for once again voting us the

BEST HOME THEATER COMPANY The largest selection and the best prices guaranteed with solutions to fit every budget!

MACHINE SHOP SERVICES AVAILABLE AT 126 IDAHO-MARYLAND RD., GRASS VALLEY • (530) 272-4289

Riebes Auto Parts Locally Owned & Operated Since 1957

126 Idaho-Maryland Rd., Grass Valley • 273-4000 535 Searls Avenue, Nevada City • 265-2436 130 Whitcomb Ave., Colfax • 346-6247

www.Riebes.com

42 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

SCL# 555161

422 Henderson St., GVAL#3000 422 HENDERSON ST., GV (530) 273-5166

530-273-5166

PET CARE

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Dance with Laura Bishop

Petco

BEST DOG KENNEL WINNER

Empire Kennels

11377 Amsel Way, Grass Valley 530- 272-6971

672 Freeman Ln., Grass Valley 530-274-7547 petco.com

540 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530- 265-2690 dancewithlaurabishop.com

BEST HEALTH CLUB

BEST VETERINARIAN WINNER

RUNNER UP

Best Friends Animal Clinic

The Kennels

13895 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley 530-272-2817 bestfriends-animalclinic.com

12736 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530-272-4670 thekennelsgv.com

BEST PET GROOMER

RUNNER UP

Brunswick Veterinary Clinic

WINNER

131 Olympia Park Rd., Grass Valley 530-477-2278 brunswickveterinary.com

River Dogs

526 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-272-1645 riverdogsgrooming.com

PHYSICAL SPORTS/ ACTIVITIES

RUNNER UP

Your Pets Dog & Cat Grooming 132 Hughes Rd, Grass Valley 530-477-1877

BEST DANCE SCHOOL

BEST PET STORE

WINNER

Sierra Dance Institute

WINNER

314 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 477-7644 sierradanceinstitute.com

Incredible Pets

649 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 272-7701 incredpets.com

WINNER

South Yuba Club

555 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530- 470-9100 southyubaclub.com

722 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley 530- 272-7676

RUNNER UP

Club Sierra Fitness

130 W. Berryhill Dr., Grass Valley 530- 477-8800 clubsierrafitness.com

BEST MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL WINNER

Gold Country Kuk Sool Won 127 Argall Way, Nevada City 530-478-1412 goldcountrykuksoolwon.com

RUNNER UP

Phillips School of Kung Fu San Soo

2082 Nevada City Hwy, Gras Valley 530-913-3819 facebook.com/pages/Phillips-School-of-Kung-FuSan-Soo

Thank you, Nevada County!

Serving Nevada County for 20 Years

Friends

Family

Chief Instructor Tony Reyna 2013 Best of Nevada County Teacher of the Year

Fun

Get Fit Have Fun While Earning Your Black Belt!

GOLD COUNTRY KUK SOOL WON 127 Argall Way • Nevada City • (530) 478-1412 • goldcountrykuksoolwon.com 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County 43

BEST PRODUCE/ GROCERY

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER

BEST WEIGHT LOSS COACH

WINNER

WINNER

Joey Bratton, BS, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Fit Culture Studio

Joey Bratton, BS, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Fit Culture Studio

BEST GROCERY STORE

RUNNER UP

735 Zion St., Nevada City 530- 265-4596 spdmarket.com

129 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530-272-5000

75 Bost Ave., Unit 6, Nevada City 530-265-5342 fitculturestudio.com

RUNNER UP

75 Bost Ave., Unit 6, Nevada City 530-265-5342 fitculturestudio.com

Weight Watchers

Scott Jackson’s Real Life Fitness

900 E Main St #203, Grass Valley 800-516-3535 weightwatchers.com

582 Searls Avenue, Nevada City 530-265-4041 reallifefitness.net

Raley’s Supermarket

BEST YOGA

BEST PILATES CENTER

692 Freeman Ln, Grass Valley 530-272-1958 raleys.com

WINNER

WINNER

Bikram Yoga

The Pilates Place 131 Richardson St., Grass Valley 530-477-5167 thepilatesplacegrassvalley.com

900 Golden Gate Terrace, Ste. D, Grass Valley 530- 273-2030 bikramyogagvnc.com

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Core Movement Center

Wild Mountain Yoga Center 574 Searls Ave., Nevada City 530- 265-4072 wildmtyoga.com

578 & 580 Searls Ave, Nevada City 530-470-0906 coremovementcenter.com

FIREPLACES | STOVES | HOME FURNISHINGS HOT TUBS | PATIO FURNITURE | AWNINGS

BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE WINNER

BriarPatch Co-op

290 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley 530-272-5333 briarpatch.coop

Natural Valley Health Foods 562 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-6525

Thank You Nevada County!

RUNNER UP

ONCE AGAIN...

SPD Market

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Thank you Nevada County

for voting us the Best Electrical Contractor!

Your Full Service Electrical Contractor

GRAY ELECTRIC CO. SCL 585679 ACO 4229

Nevada County’s Largest Nevada County’s Largest Electrical Contractor Electrical Service Department Serving Nevada & Placer Counties for 45 years

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Fast, Dependable & Professional Service Take Charge! Call Gray Electric Co.

Take Charge! Call Gray Electric Co. and Placer County Serving Nevada 530 Homeowners 12911 Loma Rica Dr., Grass Valley and Builders For 40 Years!

273-0686 12911 grayelectricco.com Loma Rica Dr. • Grass Valley • GrayElectricCo.com

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BEST PRODUCE STAND

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

Scinto Graziano LLP

Andrew Harris, APC

Farmer Bob’s

404 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley 530-273-3200 sgcpa.biz

RUNNER UP

Farmers’ Markets, Nevada County Growers Market

BEST ADVERTISING CONSULTANT

BEST BANK/CREDIT UNION

WINNER

thegrowersmarket.com

WINNER

Tri Counties Bank

WINNER

North Star House 12075 Auburn Rd., Grass Valley April 12 – November 22, Saturdays 8-12:30

Sierra Presbyterian Church 175 Ridge Rd., Nevada City June 3 – October 28, Tuesdays 2-5:30

Seventh Day Adventist Church 17645 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley Jun 5 – October 30 Thursday 2- 5:30

2054 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530- 477-9741 tcbk.com

709 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-477-4020

305 Neal Street, Grass Valley 530-274-4940

305 Railroad Avenue, Suite #1, Nevada City 530-478-6001

Shawn Ryley, Account Manager The Union

464 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-477-4809 www.theunion.com

RUNNER UP

Shift 4 Marketing Rick Tracewell

PROFESSIONAL

2280 Grass Valley Hwy, St#239, Auburn 888-901-1622 shift4marketing.com

BEST ACCOUNTANT WINNER

Suzanne Chapel, CPA

BEST ATTORNEY

Robinson Woodford & Summers, LLP 1103 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 477-6468 abacus7.com

970 E. Main St., Ste. 202, Grass Valley 530-271-2244 andrewaharris.com

WINNER

RUNNER UP

Sierra Central Credit Union 559 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-272-5843 sierracentral.com

Debra Sitzberger

Law Offices of Dorfman & Sitzberger 11750 Ridge Road, Nevada City 530- 274-1321 nevadacitylawyers.wordpress.com

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Bring in any old, crashed or ill fitting helmet & receive 20% off a new helmet.

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BEST DAY CARE

BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER

BEST STOCK BROKER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Mona Lee’s Preschool

Stephanie’s Custom Interiors

Edward Jones (Torrey Bowman)

11684 Ridge Rd, Nevada City 530-265-3422

530- 205-9509 stephaniescustominteriors.com

RUNNER UP

Runner Up

Little Friends Child Development

Erin Miller Designs

10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City 530- 265-9104

133 Brunswick Road, Grass Valley 530-477-1401 erinmillerdesigns.com

BEST INSURANCE AGENT

WINNER

Mike Bratton

State Farm Insurance 768 Taylorville Rd., Ste. A, Grass Valley 530- 273-0521 mikebrattonagency.com

RUNNER UP

Brian Hollister State Farm Insurance

944 McCourtney Rd, Ste B, Grass Valley 530-274-3802 statefarm.com/agent/US/CA/Grass-Valley/Brian-Hollister-RFF1K1YS000

BEST RADIO PERSONALITY WINNER

120 N. Auburn St., Ste. 110, Grass Valley 530- 274-3445 edwardjones.com

Edward Jones (Jeff Wells)

908 Taylorville Rd #100, Grass Valley 530-477-7702

Tom Fitzsimmons KNCO

Edward Jones (Ryan Meacher)

RUNNER UP

Edward Jones (Jay Benecke)

1255 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 272-3424 knco.com

Rita Stevens KNCO

1255 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 272-3424 knco.com

426 Sutton Way #104, Grass Valley 530-272-9092

305 Railroad Ave #2, Nevada City 530-265-1913

Edward Jones (Pete McDonald)

355 Providence Mine Rd 530-478-0314

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RUNNER UP

Matt Enright Meyers Investment Group of Robert W. Baird & Co.

360 Sierra College Dr., Ste. 200, Grass Valley 530- 271-3000 bairdfinancialadvisor.com/meyersinvestmentgroup

BEST TATTOO PARLOR WINNER

Classic Tattoo Studio 115 S Church St, Grass Valley 530-273-6499

RUNNER UP

Shooting Ink Tattoo & Piercing

BEST TEACHER/INSTRUCTOR

12626 Dobbins Dr., Nevada City 530- 272-6293 mountaineventproductions.com

Tony Reyna Gold Country Kuk Sool Won

RETAIL SHOPPING

RUNNER UP

Holly LaChappell

BEST ANTIQUES STORE

Lyman Gilmore Middle School

WINNER

BEST TRAVEL AGENCY

Antique Emporium

WINNER

150 Mill St, Grass Valley 530-272-2327

Adventure Travel Inc.

1671 E. Main St., # A, Grass Valley 530- 273-4477

RUNNER UP

Shaw’s Antiques

210 Main St., Nevada City 530- 265-2668

RUNNER UP

11865 Heather Lane, Grass Valley 530- 272-6089 sunsettravel.net

WINNER

Mountain Event Productions

WINNER

536 E. Main St, Grass Valley getatat.com/shootingink

BEST TAX PREPARER

RUNNER UP

Sunset Travel

BEST ART GALLERY WINNER

H & R Block

135 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-4884 hrblock.com

RUNNER UP

Mowen Solinsky Gallery

BEST WEDDING/PARTY DJ

225 Broad St., Nevada City 530- 265-4682 mowensolinskygallery.com

WINNER

B&B Events & DJ’s featuring Bobby “G”

(Formally Independent Productions) 212 West Main St., Grass Valley 530-615-1226 facebook.com/pages/Independent-Productions

Walp Tax & Accounting

125 Bost Ave., Nevada City 530-265-9597

RUNNER UP

Art Works Gallery

113 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 477-1600 artworksgalleryco-op.com

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BEST BIKE STORE

BEST BOOK STORE

BEST CELLULAR STORE

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Tour of Nevada City Bicycle Shop

Book Seller

Verizon Wireless

457 Sacramento St., Nevada City 530- 265-2187 tourofnevadacity.com

RUNNER UP

Real Wheels Bicycle Studios 121 Argall Way, Nevada City 530-478-5888 realwheelsbike.com

BEST BIRD SUPPLY STORE WINNER

Wild Birds Unlimited 119 Neal St., Grass Valley 530- 272-7744 grassvalley.wbu.com

RUNNER UP

Ridge Feed & Supply

12892 Ridge Road, Grass Valley 530-273-3886 facebook.com/pages/Ridge-Feed-and-Supply/126174227437971

107 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 272-2131 thebookseller.biz

RUNNER UP

Ames Bookstore

309 Neal St., Grass Valley 530- 273-9261

RUNNER UP

BEST CANDY STORE

Radio Shack

WINNER

Lazy Dog Chocolateria 111 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-274-0774 spotlazydog.com

The Truffle Shop

117 W. McKnight Way, Ste D, Grass Valley 530- 272-9049 www.radioshack.com

568 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-9484

BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE

RUNNER UP 408 Broad Street, Nevada City 530-265-3539 thetruffleshop.com

WINNER

Future Generations 138 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 274-7002 futuregenerationsbaby.com

RUNNER UP

The Farm Store

10110 Harvest Lane, Penn Valley 530-432-2835

2068 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530- 272-9999

117 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530-414-8607

682 Freeman Ln, Grass Valley 530-477-8042 verizonwireless.com

JCPenny

732 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley 530- 273-6621 jcpenney.com

THANK YOU once again

for voting me Nevada County’s

BEST ATTORNEY! I look forward to serving you for years to come!

Get Strategic Legal Advice for the Best Solutions

Experienced in all Real Estate and Business Matters including Corporations, Buy/Sell of Business, Loan Modifications, Short Sales, Easements/Encroachments, Purchase/Sale or Lease of Commercial and Residential Property

Debra Sitzberger

Attorney at Law Law Offices of Dorfman & Sitzberger

(530) 274-1321

48 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

BEST CHRISTMAS TREE LOT WINNER

Humble Fabrics

Farmer Bob’s

1451 E Main St, Grass Valley 530-575-9338 humblefabrics.com

RUNNER UP

McBurney’s Tree Farm

BEST FLORIST

11197 Cedar Ridge Dr., Grass Valley 530- 273-2779 mcburneytreefarm.com

BEST CONSIGNMENT STORE WINNER

Solstice

104 N Pine St, Nevada City 530-478-1221 facebook.com/pages/Solstice/ 183729038315172

RUNNER UP

Passé Boutique

126 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 273-8778

BEST FABRIC STORE WINNER

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-1348 benfranklin-crafts.com

BEST GOLD AND SILVER DEALER

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Sierra Gold & Coin

203 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 272-1100 sierragoldandcoins.com

WINNER

Grass Valley Florist

2153 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530- 273-2223 grassvalleyflorist.com

RUNNER UP

Foothill Flowers

102 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 273-2296 foothillflowers.com

BEST GIFT SHOP WINNER

Yuba Blue

116 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 273-9620 yubablueonline.com

RUNNER UP

Grass Valley Gold & Silver

139 Mill St, Grass Valley 530-272-4300 grassvalleygoldandsilver.com

BEST HOBBY AND CRAFT SHOP WINNER

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-1348 benfranklin-crafts.com

RUNNER UP

Betty’s Toy Box

716 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 274-7229

RUNNER UP

Foothill Mercantile

121 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 273-8304 foothillmercantile.com

Counseling Services for those who are hurting!

(530) 470-9111

We are so thankful for our Community which honored us once again with the BEST in our category “Mental Health Services!”

It is through your support that our organization is able to reach our hurting community with the message of healing and hope and our team wishes to humbly thank you all for your continued support!

2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County 49

BEST JEWELRY STORE

BEST NURSERY/GARDEN SHOP

RUNNER UP

JC Penny

WINNER

WINNER

732 Freeman Ln, Grass Valley 530-273-6621 jcpenney.com

Stucki Jewelers

148 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 272-1266 stuckijewelers.com

Weiss Brothers Nursery

BEST MEN’S CLOTHING STORE

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Utopian Stone

JC Penny

310 Broad St., Nevada City 530-265-6209 utopianstone.com

BEST KITCHEN SUPPLY STORE WINNER

RUNNER UP

Prospector’s Nursery

732 Freeman Ln, Grass Valley 530-273-6621 jcpenney.com

10003 Granholm Lane 530-470-0973 prospectorsnursery.com

BEST SHOE STORE

RUNNER UP

Novak’s Menswear

Tess’ Kitchen Store

WINNER

305 Broad St., Grass Valley 530- 265-4684

115 Mill St., Grass Valley 530-273-6997 tesskitchenstore.com

Empire Shoes

BEST MUSIC STORE WINNER

RUNNER UP

Foggy Mountain Music

The Wooden Spoon

104 W. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 273-6676 foggymtnmusic.com

2066 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530- 272-8980 woodenspooncalif.com

BEST LINGERIE STORE

615 Maltman Dr., Grass Valley 530- 273-5814 weissbrothersnursery.com

112 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 477-2444 empireshoes.net

RUNNER UP

Payless

742 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley 530- 477-0611 payless.com

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Sound Check Music

Behind Closed Doors

671 Maltman Dr, Grass Valley 530-272-7236 soundcheckmusiccenter.com

116 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 274-1452 closeddoorfantasy.com

Thanks for voting us Best Children’s Clothing Store!

Thanks to everyone who voted us Best Carpet

Cleaner in Nevada Count y!

Talia Sowell in front of her own Baby Registry display

Expectant Mothers On Our Baby Registry LuAnn Alcombrack Ashley Alvarez Ariel Benavente Roilynn Bennett Stephanie Boehle Krysta Blake Veronica Bringolf Kayla Britton (Nix) Arielle Browne Marcela Carrasco Selene Castrejon Elizabeth Cleveland Jennifer Cobb

Aimee Crouse Erin Melugin-Davis Jessica Fleuti Becca Price-Gauthier Deanne Hansen Kayla Hawkins Lydia Miyasato Henslee Jessica Hooper Jenifer Layton Maggie Marin Carlee Miller Dalia Mitchell

Jennah McIntosh Chelsea Nadeau Michelle O’Shea Jennifer Palmer Brooke Parkhouse Kari Phillipps Makela Quebatay Denise Reyes Amanda Richards Katra Robinson-Allen Suzanne Sanger Babette Schrank Venessa Scott

Raina Sedano Ashley Sinclair Talia Sowell Gabriella Stockdale Charlene Wells Hannah WhitlockAcosta Lauren WidingMcComber Jennifer Williams Juniper Willow

Your Baby Shower Store The Most Adorable & Unique Baby Gifts for Under $25

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Carpet • Upholstery Area Rug Cleaning • Tile & Grout Air Duct Cleaning [featuring Roto-Brush] We’re honored because it shows hard work and a commitment to excellence pays off.

Carpet Pro added a third van to make appointments more convenient, and our certified technicians utilize the latest equipment and cleaners to give our customers the most complete carpet cleaning available.

Our carpets dry in hours not days!

Call Patty today at 432-5700 to schedule your appointment.

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Truck Mounted Steam Cleaning

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BEST SPORTING GOODS

BEST THRIFT STORE

WINNER

WINNER

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Hospice Gift & Thrift

123 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530- 274-1562 big5sportinggoods.com

BEST WOMAN’S CLOTHING STORE WINNER

754 Zion St., Nevada City 530- 265-6500

17440 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley 530- 432-7600 hospiceofthefoothills.org

RUNNER UP

Mountain Recreation

491 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 477-8006 mtnrec.com

RUNNER UP 117 Neal St., Grass Valley 530-477-1867 salvationarmyusa.org

BEST TACK AND FEED SUPPLY

Salvation Army (Corps Community Center)

Ridge Feed & Supply

10725 Alta St., Grass Valley 530- 274-3500

12892 Ridge Road, Grass Valley 530- 273-3886 facebook.com/pages/Ridge-Feed-and-Supply/126174227437971

WINNER

Foothill Mercantile

Grass Valley Hay & Feed Supply

WINNER

RUNNER UP

121 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 273-8304 foothillmercantile.com

RUNNER UP

BEST YARN STORE 598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 273-1348 benfranklin-crafts.com

BEST TOY STORE

10110 Harvest Lane, Penn Valley 530-432-2835

JCPenny

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames

The Farm Store

RUNNER UP

WINNER

116 Mill St., Grass Valley 530- 273-9620 yubablueonline.com

732 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley 530- 273-6621 jcpenney.com

Salvation Army

Yuba Blue

Humble Fabric & Crafts

1451 E Main St, Grass Valley 530-575-9338 humblefabrics.com

RUNNER UP

1025 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley 530-477-2291

Kmart

111 W McKnight Way, Grass Valley 530-272-9611 kmart.com

Pilates

Thank you Where how you move matters

Nevada County!

It’s a pleasure serving you.

Cheers!

Thank you!

Experience for yourself why we are Voted Best of 5 years in a row!

Come join us…

April 5th, Saturday

Open House 11-2 Bring a friend

• Free Classes • Free Equipment Demos (with Certified Instructors)

Call or visit us @ 530.477.5167 ThePilatesPlaceGrassValley.com 131 Richardson Street Grass Valley

142 Mill Street, GV | 273-7032

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SENIOR/ASSISTED LIVING CARE

BEST ALZHEIMER’S CARE CENTER

SERVICES

BEST LAUNDROMAT

BEST COMPUTER SALES/SERVICE WINNER

Haldane Computer Centers Inc.

WINNER

11309 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley 530- 272-2802 haldanecomputers.com

Eskaton Village

625 Eskaton Circle, Grass Valley 530- 273-1778 eskaton.org/village-grass-valley.html

RUNNER UP

Cascades of Grass Valley (formally Highgate Senior Living) 415 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley 530-272-8002 cascadesofgrassvalley.com

WINNER 625 Eskaton Circle, Grass Valley 530- 273-1778 eskaton.org/village-grass-valley.html

Atria Senior Living (formally Quail Ridge)

150 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530-362-4103 atriaseniorliving.com/atria-grass-valley-ca.aspx?CommunityNumber=10303

Congratulations

Nevada County for you are the BEST customers we could hope for!

TRIPP’S AUTO BODY Serving Nevada County Since 1954

1251 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 272-6600 yubasafeandlock.com

BEST MAILING AND SHIPPING

2044 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley 530-272-8886

Yuba Safe & Lock

Valet Cleaners

RUNNER UP

RUNNER UP

871 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 272-6839 aunderlandgv.com

RUNNER UP

WINNER

Save On Cleaners

Launderland

153 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley 530- 273-7624 reedslocksmithing.com

130 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley 530- 273-1200

Eskaton Village

RUNNER UP

Reed’s Locksmithing Inc.

BEST DRY CLEANER

BEST ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY

114 Argall Way, Nevada City 530- 265-4005 49ercoinlaundry.com

WINNER

49er Coin Laundry

BEST LOCKSMITH

Staples 646 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 477-6700 staples.com

RUNNER UP

WINNER

WINNER

The UPS Store

111 Bank St., Grass Valley 530-272-6000 12025 Charles Dr., Grass Valley 800-742-5877 grassvalley-ca-5417.theupsstorelocal.com

Hospice of the Foothills Gift & Thrift

THANK YOU! Great Prices • Great Selection • Great Cause

Voted Nevada County’s Best Thrift Store 10 Straight Years!

Your donations and purchases help support the compassionate care Hospice of the Foothills provides to patients and families.

530-273-8515 127 Stewart Street Grass Valley

Email: Trippsbodyshop@sbcglobal.net 52 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

TRIPP’S

AUTO BODY & PAINT SHOP FOREIGN & DOMESTIC

Nevada City

754 Zion Street

530.265.6500

of compassionate care

Penn Valley

17440 Penn Valley Dr.

530.432.7600

RUNNER UP

PostNet

BEST PRINT SHOP

578 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 274-7678 postnet.com/grass-valley-ca113

BEST OFFICE SUPPLY WINNER

WINNER

House of Print & Copy 1501 E. Main St., Grass Valley 530- 273-1000 hopc.biz RUNNER UP

Staples

646 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 477-6700 staples.com

RUNNER UP

Walkers Office Supplies

791 Maltman Dr., Grass Valley 530-273-2283 walkersoffice.com

BEST PARTY SUPPLY WINNER

SRC Party Center

691 Maltman Dr., Grass Valley 530- 272-2266 srcparty.com

RUNNER UP

Country Copy Print Shop

1200 E Main St., Grass Valley 530-272-4657 countrycopyprintshop.com

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR WINNER

John Taber

RUNNER UP

Mike Bratton

HONORABLE MENTIONS

Andrew Twidwell Melissa Mistler-Yates John Voter

BEST TANNING SALON WINNER

Tropical Tans

147 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley 530- 477-8707

RUNNER UP

Maui Beach Hut

762 Freeman Lane, Ste. E, Grass Valley 530- 273-8267

Thank You

BEST VIDEO STORE WINNER

Party Time

2042 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-615-4246 grassvalleypartytime.com

BEST PHOTO LAB WINNER

Video Library

2116 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530- 272-3720 videolibrarygv.com

RUNNER UP

CVS

1005 Sutton Way, Grass Valley 530- 272-6611 cvs.com

Nevada City Video

108 Argall Way, Nevada City 530-265-3118 nevadacityvideo.com

for voting us amongst the Best

RUNNER UP

Quality Photo Service

2060 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley 530-272-2300

P.O. Box 748, Cedar Ridge, CA 95924

(530) 274-7275 (530) 885-7275

PARTY RENTALS & SUPPLIES

Everything you need for your parties & events

ental Center • arty & R272-2266

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES!

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hether it be for a

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THANK YOU again for voting us

BEST UNIQUE ANSWERS

BEST

CHIROPRACTIC CARE Dr. Dale Jacobson DC, Dr. Robert Woodhall DC, Dr. Heather Hunt DC.

Best Fishing Spot: My Backyard Best Romantic Getaway: My Bedroom Backseat of my car

Lucia (CMT) , Jessica (Nutritionist), Dr Heather, Diane (Office Mgr), Dr. Dale, Dr. Rob, Terry (Front Desk Extraordinaire), Bridgette (Billing Mgr).

“It confirms our suspicion that all of our patients are above average and extremely intelligent.”

Best Place to take your kids: Grandparents

We accept: Personal Insurance • Auto Accidents • Medicare Specializing in Functional Medicine and Nourishing Traditions protocol.

Specializing in Maternity. Infant & Pediatric Care FREE Weekly Yoga Stretch Classes

Place to Picnic: My front yard

(530) 265-2220

Best Alzheimer’s Care Facility: I forgot

194 Gold Flat Road • Nevada City (Corner of Gold Flat & Highway 49)

www.jacobsonchiropractic.net

Voted BEST Heating & Air Company

Nevada County Servicing All Makes & Models

Celebrating 54 YEARS • 1960-2014

9-Time "Best of" Winner

RECEIVE UP TO

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SENIOR DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

ON A COMPLETE QUALIFYING LENNOX HOME COMFORT SYSTEM

CALL FOR DETAILS *Some restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Expires 6/13/14.

AIR CONDITIONING

HEATING & SHEET METAL “FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1960”

273-1301

CSL #310626

763 SO AUBURN ST, GRASS VALLEY • AAHEATING.COM 54 2013 The Union’s Best of Nevada County

NEVADA COUNTY’S BEST SATELLITE DISH INSTALLER WITH THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR THE LAST 35 YEARS

DON ADAMS

BILL THAGGARD

MARYANN RUTHERFORD

WHO YA GONNA CALL?

DON ADAMS A N t e N N A S At e l l i t e S e rv i c e S 155 Joerschke Dr., Grass valley • 274-3709 ServiNG All MAkeS & MODelS Of SAtelliteS SiNce 1979

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Thank you for 15 Consecutive Years

• Nevada County’s Best • Cash $avings Accounts • Weekly Specials • Open 7 Days A Week

Voted Nevada County’s Best Lumber Company

Thank You!

APPLIANCES • BERTAZZONI • AMERICAN RANGE • GE SPEED QUEEN • BOSCH • WHIRLPOOL • KITCHENAID

For Voting Hills Flat Lumber Co.

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Best lUMBer For 15 Consecutive Years!

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Working Hard To Earn Your Vote Next Year In These And Other Categories!

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15 Consecutive Years…Thank You!

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Hills Flat lumber Co. ColFax store 1000 south Canyon Way

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