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VOTED #1 FOR BEST DENTIST 5 YEARS IN A ROW - READERS CHOICE VOTED #1 FOR BEST DENTIST & COSMETIC DENTIST 3 YEARS IN A ROW - BEST OF 209 VOTED #1 FOR BEST DENTAL IMPLANTS BEST OF 209 & READERS CHOICE
527 E. OLIVE AVE., TURLOCK, CA 95380
(209) 667-8874 WWW.VARANISMILE.COM
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Antoine Varani, DDS FICOI made Turlock his home in 2004 after completing his studies at New York University School of Dentistry where he earned several honor certificates. Dr. Varani continues his education enabling him to serve his patients with the best dental care possible. Cosmetic dentistry, including veneers, implants, Antoine Varani DDS, FICOI made Turlock Ca his home after completing his studies at New York Univerorthodontics, crowns and complete smile makeovers are just sity School of Dentistry. He graduated with several honors certificates in 2004. Since then he has continued s. Cosmetic Dentistry, of the many with procedures hecare enjoys. his education to enablesome him to serve his patients the best Dental possible. including veneers, crowns and complete smile makeovers are just some of the procedures he enjoys. VaraniSmile Of Turlock 527 E. Olive Ave Turlock, CA 95380 Phone: (209)667-8874 info@varanismile.com www.varanismile.com
VaraniSmile Of Turlock 527 E. Olive Ave Turlock, CA 95380 Va Phone: (209)667-8874 | info@varanismile.com www.varanismile.com
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5PUB LETTER
2018 February2019
PUBLISHER Hank Vander Veen
EDITOR Kristina Hacker
REPORTERS Angelina Martin
Welcome to this year’s magazine highlighting the winners of the Turlock Journal Readers’ Choice awards for 2018. It is our 13th annual contest with some of our winners dating back to 2005. Our contest is voted on and selected by you and all the other readers of the Turlock Journal, both in print and online. In this year’s voting we had higher participation with more votes cast than ever before — over 56,000 votes across many categories.
Candy Padilla Sabra Stafford
ART DIREC TOR Harold L. George
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Sharon Hoffman
This issue is unique in that it shines a light on the people, businesses and organizations that our readers choose as the ‘best.’ As the oldest media organization in Turlock and surrounding communities our audience is bigger than ever as we strive to produce content in many forms that is focused on the community that all of us live, work and play in. We live in a vibrant community with many successes all around us. It is important that all of us patronize local businesses and support our community leaders.
ADVERTISING DIREC TOR Chuck Higgs
SALES & MARKETING Beth Flanagan Charles Webber
DIGITAL Frankie Tovar Rich Matheson
As always, we strive to provide content that enlightens, entertains and informs while providing a forum for local conversation about issues and ideas. We hope you enjoy this magazine and continue to engage with our newspaper and digital platforms.
Hank Vander Veen Publisher hvanderveen@turlockjournal.com To advertise in Readers’ Choice, call Turlock • 209.634.9141 Readers’ Choice is published every year 138 S. Center St. •Turlock, CA 95380 Comments: hvanderveen@turlockjournal.com www.turlockjournal.com ©Copyright 2019. Readers’ Choice All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photograph or illustration without written permission from the publisher of Readers’ Choice is strictly prohibited. The opinions expressed in Readers’ Choice are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of Readers’ Choice management or owner. Readers’ Choice assumes no responsibility and makes no recommendation for claims made by advertisers and shall not be liable for any damages incurred.
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10 BEST IN AUTO SALES & SERVICES 12 BEST IN COMMUNITY FAVORITES 16 BEST IN DINING 21 BEST IN BEVERAGES 22 BEST IN ENTERTAINMENT
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Smh Chevrolet Cadiac a staple in e communy for 93 years A true family owned and operated dealership since 1926, Smith Chevrolet Cadillac is committed to bringing their customers the quality and competitively-priced Chevy and Cadillac vehicles they have come to expect from a top GM dealership. Their goal is to exceed your car buying expectations and become the central provider for all of your automotive needs. Their commitment to Turlock, Modesto, Merced, Ceres, Riverbank and Atwater/Livingston Chevrolet and Cadillac customers has made Smith Chevrolet the recipient of the Readers Choice award for 9 consecutive years and BEST of 209, which covers 6 counties, recipients for 4 consecutive years! Their service department delivers impeccable service with factory trained and certified technicians, and they work on all makes and models. Their collision center works with a broad network of insurance providers and repairs all makes and models. Making sure that customers leave with smiles on their faces has always been Smith Chevrolet Cadillac's number one goal!
SMITH CHEVROLET CADILLAC 1601 AUTO MALL DRIVE, TURLOCK
209.632.3946 • www.SmithChevroletCadillac.com
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SINCE 1954
Thank you for voting us Best Body Shop in Turlock! We work with All Insurance Companies We Can Handle Your Claim For You LIFETIME Guarantee On All Repairs Performed!
VOTED BEST AUTO BODY 4 YEARS IN A ROW!
We Service All Makes & Models!
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93 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE IN TURLOCK
SMITH CHEVROLET CADILLAC A Family Tradition for 93 Years
ank you Turlock for voting us as your favorite:
Auto Dealership (new) • Auto Dealership (used) Auto Body • Auto Maintenance RIGHT OFF THE FREEWAY, RIGHT ON THE PRICE 1601 AUTO MALL DRIVE, TURLOCK, CA
209.632.3946 •
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auto sales & services
Ag Tires WHOLESALE TIRE & WHEELS Auto Body SMITH COLLISION CENTER Auto Dealership (new) SMITH CHEVROLET CADILLAC Auto Dealership (used) SMITH CHEVROLET CADILLAC
Auto Detail BALSWICK’S AUTO DETAIL
Smog BALSWICK’S QUICK SMOG
Auto Maintenance SMITH CHEVROLET CADILLAC
Tire Store AMERICA’S TIRE
Auto Parts AUTOZONE Car Wash FAST TRACK
Window Tinting STANISLAUS GLASS TINTING
Oil Change BALSWICK’S 10 MINUTE LUBE
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Towing Service KELSO’S TOWING
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Thank you for voting
Thank you Turlock for vong us BEST WINDOW TINT
#1 Ag, Farm & Big Rig Tires
Auto & Commercial Family owned and operated since 1991
1251 N. Golden State Blvd. Turlock
209.632.9974
Over 40,000 sq ft warehouse of Tires
enjoy.
Open During Road Construction 24 Hour Road Service Guarantee Lowest Price! Quality Service Since 1994 Any Kind of Tires • New & Used Heavy Duty • 4 x 4 • SUV Passenger • Trailers Motorhomes
All Major Tire Brands:
Michelin, Pirelli, Bridgestone, Toyo, BF Goodrich, Cooper, Yokohama, Goodyear And Many More
Call: 209-668-1073 (24 hr) 209-668-1074 Fax: 209-668-1030 1030 W Main St., Turlock 95380 READERS’CHOICE
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community favorites
Business to Work For DR. ROBERT MCCULLA  TURLOCK DENTAL CARE
Community Role Model DR. ROBERT MCCULLA  TURLOCK DENTAL CARE
Charity Event SALVATION ARMY KETTLE KICKOFF
Farmer’s Market TURLOCK CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET
Community Festival or Event DENTISTRY FROM THE HEART  TURLOCK DENTAL CARE
Hall Rental ASSYRIAN AMERICAN CIVIC CLUB
Community Organization JESSICA’S HOUSE
Local Politician GARY SOISETH
Most Community Involved Business WINTON IRELAND STROM & GREEN Senior Assisted Care Facility PARAMOUNT COURT SENIOR LIVING Senior Living Facility PARAMOUNT COURT SENIOR LIVING Wedding Venue PAGEO LAVENDER FARM
Thank you Turlock for voting! Salvation Army of Turlock
Kettle Kick-Off is held annually, every 2nd Tuesday in November. During this fundraiser there is a Kettle Klash between Kettle Teams. These teams raise funds for their Kettles before the event day. During the Kick-Off teams run around collecting money from guests for five minutes. The team with the most funds will receive the Gold Kettle for next year’s Klash. Thank you to our Sponsors, Advisory Board Members, Woman Auxiliary Members, and Volunteers. Through their contributions, hard work, and perseverance the Salvation Army of Turlock has provided services to over 2800 peoples in 2018.
Voted BEST Charity Event READERS’CHOICE
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VOTED BEST INSURANCE AGENCY & THE MOST COMMUNITY INVOLVED BUSINESS www.wisg.com | 209-667-0995 | lic.#0596517
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Voted Best
Hall R en
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Thank you Turlock!
Hold your meetings and events at the Assyrian American Civic Club of Turlock! We can help you with all of your catering needs big or small.
2618 N. Golden State Blvd. Turlock
209-668-4668
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We are honored, humbled and blessed! Thank you, Turlock, for your support of our practice for over 35 Years! VOTED BEST DENTIST BEST BUSINESS TO WORK FOR BEST COMMUNITY EVENT DENTISTRY FROM THE HEART BEST COMMUNITY ROLE MODEL
We have the finest team of dental professionals I have been associated with in all these years. Their training and the level of care for our patients is second to none. We share a common set of goals and values to make sure you, your family and friends receive great care in a caring, timely manner. I am proud to be recognized in the field of dentistry for the hard work of our team, as well as recognized for our work in the community with our Dentistry from the Heart Event, being a great place to work for our team, and being a role model for the community! As we continue to grow, we have added more team, more open hours and a great new doctor to our team, Dr. Jeanine Nordeen. She brings years of experience and a great desire to help in our community! Again, thank you to our great town and look forward to growing with you and Bringing Smiles to Life! With Gratitude, Robert A. McCulla, D.D.S.
Dr. McCulla’s New Book
Dr. Robert A. McCulla, Dr. Jeanine Nordeen, DDS DDS
(209) 667-7889 • www.TurlockDentalCare.com
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Dining
Appetizers TABLE 26
Chinese CHINA CAFE
French Fries INNOUT
Bakery OLDE TYME PASTRIES
Coffee Shop LA MO CAFE
Healthy Eating TABLE 26
BBQ THE TRITIPERY
Crepes THE CREPERIE
Hot Dog FOOTERS ON MAIN
Breakfast HUCKLEBERRYS
Deli FOOTERS ON MAIN
Hot Wings JURA’S
Burger INNOUT
Dinner BISTRO 234
Ice Cream LULU’S
Caterer NETO’S CATERERING
Farm to Fork TABLE 26
Italian Restaurant ANGELINIS
Chef LEROY WALKER  BISTRO 234
Fast Food INNOUT
Japanese/Sushi SUSHI GARDEN II Lunch EL JARDIN
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Mexican Restaurant LA MORENITA
Salad CENTER STREET GRILL
Taco EL JARDIN
Omelet HOT ROD DINER
Sandwich MR. PICKLE’S
Take-out-food SILVA’S TACO TRUCK
Outdoor Dining DUST BOWL BREWING CO.
Seafood Restaurant BISTRO 234
Thai JU JU THAI
Pizza JURA’S
Sports Bar JAMS
Vegetarian LA MO CAFE
Restaurant Desserts OLDE TYME PASTRIES
Steak House THE ELEGANT BULL
Yogurt YOGURT MILL
Restaurant Service LA MO CAFE
Sunday Brunch TOSCANA’S
Romantic Restaurant BISTRO 234
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FIND US AT OUR NEW LOCATION:
783 N GOLDEN STATE BLVD. T U R LO C K , CA 9 5 3 8 0
209.667.1902 VOTED FAVORITE PIZZA AND HOT WINGS JURASPIZZAPARLOR.COM
@JURASPIZZA
JURASPIZZAPARLOR
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SERVING TURLOCK SINCE 1979
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US
Voted 2018 Readers Choice Winner for “Best BBQ”
Thank You for Your Vote!
BEST FROZEN YOGURT TURLOCK JOURNAL 2018 READER’S CHOICE
-Takeout- “Made fresh daily & inspired by local products!” -Online Ordering-events(209) 634-8849 - www.tritipery.com -catering11359 Newport Rd, Ballico, CA 95303
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CALL 209-669-3733
1318 N. Golden State Blvd. | Turlock
425 E. Main Street, Turlock • 667-8383 READERS’CHOICE
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We’re honored.
FIND US ON
THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US! TRUCK JOURNAL READERS CHOICE TWO YEARS IN A ROW!
Since 1948, we’ve been committed to making great-tasting, made-to-order burgers, fries, and shakes for our guests. It’s all part of our
SERVING AN ASSORTMENT OF SWEET AND SAVORY CREPES WE LOVE AND APPRECIATE ALL OF OUR CUSTOMERS
dedication to quality, freshness, and service. Thanks for thinking so highly of us. We look forward to serving you again.
3071 Countryside Dr., Turlock east of Hwy. 99 at Monte Vista Ave.
MONDAY - SATURDAY 9:00AM - 8:00PM SUNDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM 1668 COUNTRYSIDE DRIVE, TURLOCK, CA. 95380 209-850-9258
©2019 In-N-Out Burgers
Thanks to our great guests and our talented chefs. With gratitude, LeRoy Walker and Jennifer Doerksen Winner of the following 2018 Reader's Choice Awards
BEST WINE LIST BEST CHEF – LEROY WALKER BEST DINNER BEST SEAFOOD BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT OPEN DAILY TUESDAY-SATURDAY 11AM lunch, mid-day, happy hour, dinner & desserts specialty cocktails 234 East Main Street, Turlock, CA. 95380 Bistro234.com To make a reservation call (209)668-4234 or go to
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beverages
Bar/Pub THE UDDER PLACE
Happy Hour APPLEEBEES
Bartender ALEX  UDDER PLACE
Margarita EL CHARRO
Beer Tap Room DUST BOWL BREWING CO.
Wine List BISTRO 234
Gastropub 10 EAST KITCHEN & TAP HOUSE
Subscribe.
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entertainment
Art Gallery CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER Billiards SHARKEYS Family Fun RAM FARMS Friday Night Date DUST BOWL BREWING CO. Kids Fun RAM FARMS Live Theater TURLOCK COMMUNITY THEATRE Martial Arts Instruction MERAFUENTES TAE KWON DO
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COMPASSIONATE CANINE CARE AND EDUCATION
DAYCARE • TRAINING • BOARDING GROOMING • BOW WOW BOUTIQUE
Thank you for voting Top Notch Kennels
“Turlock Journal Readers’ Choice”! BEST Dog Training BEST Doggie Daycare/Boarding BEST Groomer
vIsIt oUr
TuRlOcK LoCaTiOn! 1118 S TeGnEr Rd
“WhErE dOgS cOmE tO sTaY aNd pLaY!”
MODESTO 209.523.3138 | TURLOCK 209.656.1960 | TOPNOTCHDOGS.COM
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farm & animal services
Dog Training TOP NOTCH KENNELS Doggie Daycare/ Boarding TOP NOTCH KENNELS Groomer TOP NOTCH KENNELS Large Animal Supplies TURLOCK FEED AND LIVESTOCK SUPPLY
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Pet Supplies TURLOCK FEED AND LIVESTOCK SUPPLY Tractor Sales & Service GARTON TRACTORS Veterinarian Office MONTE VISTA SMALL ANIMAL HOSPITAL
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home
Antique Store MAIN STREET ANTIQUES
Home Improvement Company TORRE REICH CONSTRUCTION
Built-in BBQ TORRE REICH CONSTRUCTION
Home Security CUSTOM LOCKSMITH
Consignment Store OFF CENTER THRIFT
Home Theater KIRKES ELECTRIC
Construction Business TURLOCK CONSTRUCTION
Interior Design JAUREGUY’S PAINT & DECORATING
Custom Home Builder TURLOCK CONSTRUCTION
Kitchen/ Bath Cabinets KIWI WOODWORKS
Decks TURLOCK CONSTRUCTION
Kitchen/ Bath Counters TOM SOISETH TILE CONTINUED ON PAGE 26 
Decks WEESE CONSTRUCTION Electrical Service/Repair KIRKES ELECTRIC
Voted Best
Kitchen & Bath Cabinets!
Flooring/Carpet CARPET MAN PRO FLOORING Flooring/Hardwood CARPET MAN PRO FLOORING Flooring/Tile TRI COUNTY FLOORING Furniture Store WOOD’S FURNITURE
Thank you all for voting for us, we truly appreciate you!
Gazebos/Pergolas TORRE REICH CONSTRUCTION
Kiwi Woodworks
Heating/Air Conditioning THORSEN’S HEATING & AIR
Fine Custom Cabinetry For Home & Office
Home Accessories VINTAGE MARKET
Cell: 209-607-Kiwi
www.KiwiWoodworks.com Lic. #787544
Home Electronics KIRKES ELECTRIC READERS’CHOICE
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Kitchen/ Bath Remodeling JAUREGUY’S PAINT & DECORATING Landscape Lighting KIRKES ELECTRIC Mattress/Bedding WOOD’S FURNITURE Nursery FRANTZ WHOLESALE NURSERY Outdoor Fireplace/Firepit TORRE REICH CONSTRUCTION
Outdoor Kitchens TORRE REICH CONSTRUCTION
Roofing Company DEHART ROOFING
Paint Store PAUL’S PAINT
Solar JKB ENERGY
Painting Service LANCASTER PAINTING
Termite Inspections RELIABLE TERMITE SOLUTIONS
Patios TURLOCK CONSTRUCTION
Window Coverings-Blinds PAUL’S GLASS
Pest Control RELIABLE TERMITE SOLUTIONS
Window Coverings-Draperies PURSLEYS
Plumbing THORSEN’S HEATING & AIR
Window Glass Dealer PAUL’S GLASS
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES READERS CHOICE FOR :- ELECTRIC SERVICE/REPAIR, HOME ELECTRONICS, HOME THEATER & LANDSCAPE LIGHTING
SINCE 1949 Commercial . Residential . Service . Design Build . Lighting Maintenance
999 N. Golden State Blvd., Turlock, CA 95380 - 209.634.9301 - kirkeselectric.com READERS’CHOICE
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VOTED
BEST FURNITURE STORE BEST MATTRESS/BEDDING
Thank you Turlock!
12 MONTH INTEREST FREE FINANCING O.A.C.
Locally handcrafted, solid wood, many leg options, custom available
Solid wood consoles
5 piece king bedroom set, handmade with dove tail joints
Come get a new mattress today!
All handmade, one of a kind, solid wood trunks
Solid birch dining table
EASY TO FIND! TAYLOR RD., EXIT OFF HWY. 99! 4918 Taylor Ct., Turlock • Corner of W. Taylor and Hwy. 99
209-656-2392 • www.woodsfurniture.com Est. 1950
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Thank you for voting us #1 again!
Readers’ Choice Winner 14 Years and Counting
VOTED BEST... CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS CUSTOM HOME BUILDER DECKS
INTERIORS • EXTERIORS • CABINETS
Thank you Turlock and the surrounding areas for your continued support!
Thank you for your votes and support!
Custom Homes | Commercial | Remodeling Additions | New Construction
Lic #868896
www.lancasterpainting.com
Ash Hart - Scott Hart
209-634-1111
209-667-9484
TurlockConstruction.com Lic # 493056
Thank You Turlock for voting us Favorite Carpet Store and Favorite Hardwood Floor Store in the Turlock Readers Choice Awards!
Readers Choice Winner 11 Consecutive Years!
Serving the community for 36 years
1326 Lander, Turlock • 667-4422 • www.CarpetManProFlooring.com CA Lic #913447
Monday - Friday 8:30am-5pm • Saturday 9am-12pm
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just for you
Barber Shop NOBLEMENS GROOMING
Massage Therapy CYNTHIA FLESHER
Pharmacy COSTCO
Bootcamp HARDING BOOTCAMP
Optometrist DR. PLETT
Children’s Optometry MONTE VISTA OPTOMETRY
Orthodontist HYER ORTHODONTICS
Primary Care Facility TURLOCK FAMILY MEDICAL  SUTTER GOULD
Chiropractor TURLOCK FAMILY CHIROPRACTOR
Personal Trainer THE STUDIO
Urgent Care Services SUTTER GOULD
Cosmetic Dentist ANTOINE VARANI  VARANI SMILE Dental Implants ANTOINE VARANI  VARANI SMILE Dentist DR. ROBERT MCCULLA  TURLOCK DENTAL CARE Dermatologist ADVANCED SKIN INSTITUTE Facials BRITTANY IRISH Gymnastics/Dance Studio BACKSTAGE ACADEMY OF DANCE Hair Salon EMBELLISH SALON Hair Stylist CELESTE ARIAS Health Care Facility SUTTER GOULD Health Club/Fitness THE STUDIO Laser & Cosmetic ROMEO MEDICAL CLINIC READERS’CHOICE
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BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST
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Thank you Turlock for voting for me! It’s been a pleasure to serve such a wonderful community.
Cynthia Flesher Therapeutic Body Work
Selected 5 years in a row, massage therapist, Wellness Team for the USGA U.S. Open www.turlockmassage.massagetherapy.com
(209) 402-4884
We’re proud to care for such a vibrant community. Thank you for choosing Sutter Gould Medical Foundation in the Turlock Journal’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2018. With our local network of primary care and specialty doctors, it’s easy to find care when and where you need it. BEST HEALTH CARE FACILITY, PRIMARY CARE AND URGENT CARE SERVICES Sutter Health. Proudly caring for Northern California.
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Noblemens would like to thank everyone who took the time to vote for them in 2018!
Best Barber & Hair Salon
Best Stylist Erin Herrington Mon-Fri 9am – 8pm • Sat 9am – 6pm
2673 Geer Rd. Turlock
(209) 427-5000
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professional services
Accounting/Bookkeeping HILLBERG & CO, CPAS
Insurance Agency WINTON IRELAND STROM & GREEN
Attorney ALAN EIGHMEY
Insurance Agent MATTHEW DAVIS
Bank OAK VALLEY COMMUNITY BANK
Law Firm SILVA INJURY LAW, INC
Carpet Cleaning ADVANCE CARPET CLEANING
Music Store/Lessons DALE’S GUITAR
Computer Service & Repair TECH HEROES
Photobooth THE PHOTO LOUNGE
CPA/Tax Service WAHL, WILLEMSE & WILSON, CPA’S
Photographer BLESSINGS IN FOCUS
Credit Union VALLEY FIRST CREDIT UNION
Print/Copy Shop HARDERS PRINT SHOP
Dry Cleaning CARR’S CLEANERS
Private Security Company CRIMETEK
Funeral Home TURLOCK MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL HOME
Wedding Cake SUNRISE BAKERY
Hotel HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites loves Turlock! Thank you to all of our hometown friends for continuing to vote Holiday Inn Express & Suites as Turlock’s BEST Hotel! We sincerely appreciate the love and support!
209.664.9999 3001 Hotel Dr. Turlock
Thank You For Voting
Favorite Accounting / Bookkeeping 415 Mitchell Street Turlock, CA 95380 Phone: (209) 667-2406 READERS’CHOICE
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Serving Generations of Families Since 1876
THANK YOU TURLOCK for choosing us as your FAVORITE FUNERAL HOME! The staff members of Turlock Memorial Park and Funeral Home will guide your family in creating a meaningful ceremony to honor the life and memory of a loved one. A ceremony can be anything you wish it to be: simple or elaborate, traditional or unique. No matter how it's tailored, such a ceremony is an important step in recovering from loss. State of the Art Funeral Home. Traditional Chapel with 400 seat Capacity. Lush and Scenic Grounds. In House Flower Shop. Turlock Funeral Home also provides service to out-of-town cemeteriesat no extra cost to you. This includes travel to: San Juaquin Valley National Cemetery, Santa Nella Lakewood Memorial Park, Hughson Merced Cemeteries Hilmar Cemeteries (North & South) Escalon Cemeteries Sunnyside Cemetery, Stevinson Ceres Cemetery Hills Ferry Cemetery, Newman Denair Cemetery Modesto Cemeteries Ripon Cemetery Oakdale Cemeteries Winton Cemetery
Additionally, we travel to all cemeteries within CA, as well as complete arrangements for burial throughout the USA, Mexico, and the world.
Lic # FD1843 CML# COA114
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Matthew Davis, MBA, CPCU, AAI Matt has been a licensed insurance agent in the Turlock area for 17 years and takes great pride in providing each and every client of GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. with the highest level of service. He enjoys being active and involved in the local community where he takes pride in serving on the Board of the Turlock Chamber of Commerce, as a member of the Planning Commission for the City of Turlock, and being a member of the Turlock Sunrise Rotary Club. Matt resides in Turlock with his wife Leigh and their five children.
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LENDING IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Call Us About Your Next Project Today!
Dianna Bettencourt Turlock Branch Manager
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Mike Garcia
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Commercial Banking Market Manager
Commercial Lender
Deep Roots ~ Strong Branches
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real estate
VOTED BEST REALTOR
Home Inspection BIXLER INSPECTIONS Loan/Mortgage GREAT CENTRAL MORTAGE
John Lazar DRE 00910830
It is an honor to receive the Readers Choice Award 2019, for Best Realtor. Thank you to our wonderful community for your continued trust and support. I am proud to have served the Turlock area since 1988.
Property Management NEW BRIDGE MANAGEMENT Real Estate Agent JOHN LAZAR Real Estate Firm EXIT REALTY CONSULTANTS
209.668.5047 • 209.581.2240 www.TurlockHomes.com
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT We are the bridge between your investment needs, wants and opportunities.
843 E. Main Street, Turlock
(209) 668-6700
newbridgemanagement.com READERS’CHOICE
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Accessories Women GLITZ FINE CLOTHING
Holiday Decor VINTAGE MARKET
Apparel Childrens SHABBY ADDY
Party Supplies FARM HOUSE
Apparel Mens ENVY FINE CLOTHING
Shoe Store BOUCHER’S COMFORT SHOES
Apparel Womens GLITZ FINE CLOTHING
Sporting Goods BILSON’S SPORTING GOODS
Bargain/Discount Store GROCERY OUTLET
Unique Local Shop MAIN STREET ANTIQUES
Bike Shop CYCLE MASTERS Boutique MIKAY CHARLES BOUTIQUE
LDH
Coin Shop LDH COIN SHOP Custom Furniture BACK HOME
COINS
Custom Reclaimed Furniture BACK HOME
Buy & Sell
Fine Jewelry GEIGER’S JEWELER’S Flower Shop YONAN’S FLORAL
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Favorite Coin Shop
Gift & Accessories FARM HOUSE
208 E Main St.
Grocery Store VILLAGE FRESH
209-613-7590 Tuesday-Saturday 10-5
Guns & Ammo ALQUIST ARMS
Appraisals Available READERS’CHOICE
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We are so Honored that you Voted us Best Women’s Apparel & Best Women’s Accessories. Thank you Turlock!
Thank you for voting us BEST
Flower Shop
306 E Main Street., Turlock, CA
2425 Geer Road, Turlock, CA 95382
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Thank You For Your Votes Favorite Shoe Store!
Best Antique Store For 2018!!!! READERS’CHOICE
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Open Monday - Friday 10am to 5:30pm Saturday 10am to 4pm • Closed on Sundays 221 S. Center Street, Turlock
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Pair authentic made in store Chips & Salsa with Craft Beers.
Your Food Hub for LOCAL!
Best homemade Ceviche in town!
BEST GROCERY STORE
BEST GROCERY STORE
Craft Beer Specialists.
BEST GROCERY STORE
BEST DELI
BEST DELI
BEST GROCERY STORE
Pair specialty meats with the finest wines.
BEST DELI
2018 Best Grocery Store
Ready-To-Go Meals!
Thank You
Specialty Cheeses & Crackers.
For Your Support Throughout The Year
Ready-To-Go Grilling Meals!
We’ll be BBQ’n Lunch & Dinner. Choose your best grocery store & deli
in Turlock for all your favorite selections.
Best BBQ in Town Made fresh daily baked goods!
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Fresh salmon grilled & ready to serve!
2090 East Canal Drive Turlock CA
Visit us online at Villagefresh.com
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Thank You for voting
EXIT Realty Consultants, Your Favorite Real Estate Company!
EXIT REALTY CONSULTANTS W W W . E X I T H O M E . C O M
“Find your HOME at the next EXIT!”
TURLOCK 600 E. Main Street, Ste # 300 Turlock, CA. 95380 Ph: 209-668-2525
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TRACY 1912 W. Grant Line Rd. Tracy, CA. 95304 Ph: 209-627-1111
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NOW HIRING AND TRAINING!
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