2014 Ludington Daily News
Readers Choice
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AVENUE TIRE & SERVICE, INC. 845-0392
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5797 WEST US 10, LUDINGTON
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Thank you, readers 2014 Readers Choice award winners announced
Dear Readers, Welcome to the 2014 edition of Readers Choice, in which the businesses and people you selected are recognized for what they do. In a friendly place like Mason County, where so many people know each other, it’s not often easy to select one business, or person, or another as the best in a given field. Votes are tallied as they come in to us, and prizes are awarded according to the count. In many cases that count is very
close. So it’s important to remember that absence from the Readers Choice winners’ list, or change in ranking from one year to another, is not an indicator that anything has changed with a given business or person. Likewise, you can assume that every business to receive recognition has a genuine support base of loyal customers. They should all feel proud, no matter whether they came in 1st, 2nd or 3rd. If you haven’t voted for Readers Choice winners in years past, we
invite you to do so next July when we publish our 2015 ballots. Voting is a great way to help ensure that the people with whom you do business know they’re appreciated. But don’t wait until next July if you feel the urge to pay a compliment. Quality, service and products, of course, are only as good as our customers think they are. But they improve more with praise than with criticism. We can all help each other by simply acknowledging our neighbors when they
do good work. Then, once a year, some of us will receive official recognition and a certificate. In a deeper sense, we can all be winners. If you have any suggestions for improving next year’s Readers Choice awards, you’re welcome to send me an email, jwalker@ludingtondailynews.com. Sincerely, John Walker Publisher
Thank You for voting us Gold Award Recipient for favorite Landscaper. Customer satisfaction has always been and will continue to be our #1 goal. This award is very significant to us. It strengthens our commitment and enthusiasm, and makes all of our efforts worthwhile. 3091 N. US31, Scottville, MI 49454 3021 Schoedel Rd., Manistee, MI 49660
231-757-3850 231-398-9900
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Golf course
Sunset
Bronze Dunham’s
Gold Lakeside Links Silver Hemlock Bronze Lincoln Hills
2014 Entertainment favorites
Gold Stearns Park Silver 1st Curve Bronze State Park
Campground Gold State Park Silver Kibby Creek Bronze Poncho’s
Place to walk
Lodging Gold Stearns Motor Inn Silver Best Western Bronze Nova Motel
Bowling alley
Gold The shoreline Silver State Park Bronze Harbor walk
Gold Park Lanes Silver Country Lanes Bronze Eagles
Archery store Gold Bulls Eye Silver Captain Chuck’s
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Entertainment place Gold Carmike Cinema
for all your support
Mason County’s #1 Appliance Store for the 16th year!!
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10.72 cu. ft. TopFreezer Refrigerator. Humidity controlled crisper, full width fixed refrigerator door storage. Energy Star qualified
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30” Freestanding Electric Range with 4 Radiant Burners, Ceramic Glass Cooktop, 4.8 cu. ft. Capacity Oven, Automatic Oven Light and Storage Drawer: White
Whirlpool® Dishwasher with AnyWare™Plus Silverware Basket
Whirlpool® 5.0 cu. ft. Capacity Gas Range with AccuBake® Temperature Management System
WFG510SOA
5.0 cu. ft. capacity gas range 5,000 BTU AccuSimmer® burner AccuBake® temperature management system
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(except built in items & gas products. This service is available at additional costs)
AnyWare™ Plus silverware basket's 100% usable rack space with this ENERGY STAR® and CEE Tier 11 qualified model. Overnight cycle and energy-efficient Eco Wash cycle
WTW5500B
WE/GD5500B
3.6 cu. ft. Cabrio® Top Load Washer with Precision Dispense Whirlpool® Cabrio® 7.4 cu. ft. HE Dryer with Increased Capacity
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Ludington State Park is a great place to camp, hike boat, and more.
More Fitness Choices at West Shore Community College Be fit... be healthy... WSCC offers one of the finest athletic recreational facilities in the area. The complex features a pool, whirlpool, gymnasium, wellness fitness center, weight room, and racquetball court and ice arena.
Silver AJ’s Family Fun Center Bronze Boat Club
Place to ride a bike Gold Beach
Silver Ludington State Park Bronze Cartier Park
Video rental Gold Family Video Bronze Red Box
THANK YOU! Our sincere thanks to all our loyal customers who voted us one of the best builders!
Also check out the fitness classes such as PiYo, Flexibility and Aqua that are available. Call or visit the Recreation Center for membership information...
231-843-5543. Thanks for voting us one of the best!
3000 N. Stiles Road Scottville www.westshore.edu
Thank You Voters!
It Is Truly An Honor To Again Be Awarded The Gold Medal In The Readers’ Choice Awards. Thanks For Being Such Great Customers & Thanks For Voting For Us.
604 E. Tinkham Ave. | Ludington | 843-2554 | www.dmcunlimited.com
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Congratulations To
Scott Dumas MCC Middle School Teacher
Stearns
Small Enough To Care, Large Enough To Compete
MASON COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
Grand Ballroom
757-3713
300 W. Broadway, Scottville, MI 49454 • www.mccschools.org
Congratulations To
The Perfect Venue
Thank you for voting us your #1 Hotel!
Maria Urka
212 E. Ludington Avenue, Ludington 231-843-3407 www.facebook.com/StearnsMotorInn
MCC High School Teacher
Deliciously Good News…
Thanks!
To Our Customers For honoring us with the Gold Award for
BEST ICE CREAM in Mason County
Don't Miss Our 39th Annual Thank You Sale Sunday, Sept. 28!
We Appreciate Your Vote & Your Business Thanks For Making Us #1
We sincerely appreciate your business and look forward to serving you next year.
LUDINGTON
DAIRY QUEEN 66 S. Pere Marquette Highway, Ludington
(231) 845-5611
958 N. US 31, Scottville, MI
231-757-3775
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Auto parts store Gold Advance Auto Parts Silver NAPA Bronze Auto Zone
2014 Favorites for the car
Body shop Gold Dusty’s Auto Body Silver Dean’s Auto Body Bronze Urka Auto Center
Car salesperson Gold Chris Vanderhaag Vanderhaag Car Sales Silver Jamie Loney Urka Auto Center Bronze Matt Urka Urka Auto Center
Used Vehicles Gold Urka Auto Center Silver Vanderhaag Car Sales Bronze Northern Classic Auto
Car wash Gold West Coast Silver Buggy Wash
Bronze Speedy Wash
Buy a new vehicle Gold Urka Auto Center Silver Great Lakes Ford Bronze Healy Chrysler
Gas station Gold Wesco Silver Shell Bronze Express Mart
Insurance agency Gold Magee Insurance Silver Smith & Eddy Insurance Bronze Borema-Hamm Insurance
Thank You for Your Votes! GOLD! FAVORITE SALON! SILVER! BEST TANNING!
GOLD!
GOLD!
Favorite Hair Stylist Massage Therapist Christie Ernst Dave Edmondson
Paradise island Tanning & the hair Dr., Ludington • 231-843-7800 www.paradiseislandludington.com station LLC76 N. Jebavy
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Real Estate Agency Gold Greenridge Realty Silver Century 21 Bayshore Bronze Exit Real Estate
2014 Favorites for the home
Floor Covering Gold Easy Living Silver Home Depot Bronze Lowe’s
Lumber company Gold Lowe’s Silver Standard Lumber Bronze Home Depot
Propane Gold Ziehm
Ziehm LP Gas took gold for its propane service.
Silver Blarney Castle Bronze Hamlin Grocery
Internet provider Gold Charter Silver SyncWave Bronze Carr Communications
Silver Schmock’s Bronze Sunshine’s Outdoor Svcs.
Gold Verizon Silver AT&T Bronze Sprint
HVAC Gold Hankwitz Silver Chris Carr Mechanical Bronze Bruce Mitchell
Landscaping service Gold Larsen’s
Thank You Mason County
Sincere Thanks!
For voting us Silver Medal Winner for best place to buy a used car.
For voting us Gold for the Best Convenience Stores! 231.843.4460
Specialty Meat Market & Deli
Cellular provider
Corner of N. Washington & Bryant Rd. Open Daily 8 am-10 pm
We will continue working hard to service you in the future.
vander haag
Car Sales
1680 W. US-10, Scottville
757-2727
Come Check Out Our New Showroom
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Check out our new website: www.vanderhaagcarsales.com
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Carpet cleaning Gold Pro-Master Carpet Cleaning Silver Ludington Carpet Cleaning Bronze Stanley Steemer
Buy paint Gold Ludington Paint & Glass Silver Sherwin Williams Bronze Home Depot
Buy art Gold Todd & Brad Reed Silver Red Door Gallery Bronze AM Galleries
Antiques/collectibles Gold
Cole’s Antiques Villa Silver Sunset Bay Antiques Bronze Holden’s Home Emporium
Christmas tree Gold Nickelson’s Silver Needlefast Bronze Home Depot
Chef THANK YOU! John's Bakery & Cafe
We appreciate being voted one of your favorite places for lunch!
110 W Filer St, Ludington, MI 49431 · (231) 843-3327
DMC Unlimited Silver Staples Bronze STS Computers
Computer Supplies Gold DMC Unlimited Silver Staples Bronze Aaron’s
Satellite provider
Computer services Gold
Gold Dish Network Silver Charter Bronze DirecTV
Many Thanks! For Voting Us #1 Paint Store Exceptional Quality and Service LUDINGTON'S ORIGINAL GLASS MAN!
LUDINGTON PAINT & GLASS Mixing Paint & Service Since 1948 213 S. JAMES, LUDINGTON 843-8250 www.ludingtonpaint.com
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Thank you for the Bronze!!! 401 W. Ludington Ave., Suite 101 Ludington MI, 49431 Robin Koikas Broker/Owner
We appreciate everyone that voted!
231.845.5353 877.845.5353
Customer Satisfaction is our top priority! ExitRealEstateofLudington.com
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THANK YOU
Thank you to our customers! We are gratefully honored to be chosen as this year's Gold Reader's Choice Award recipient for the category BEST AUTO BODY SHOP and also for voting Richard Dust as your Favorite Boss, Joni Potter as Favorite Secretary and Kevin Burgess as Favorite Fireman!
Finest Quality Collision Repairs • Auto Detailing
Dusty’s Auto Body & Detail “Where The Detail Makes The Difference”
Greg & Mary Vukovich 231.233.7777
Jamie Wood 231.425.0317
Remington Greiner 231.499.3880
Joseph Clater 231.794.8552
Lori Robins 231.690.0203
Joe Wheaton 231.425.4327
Thanks to our awesome customers for voting for us! Bronze for Best Bar Bronze for Best Bartender, Larry Ingle • Great Times • Great Burgers • Great Pizza • Coldest Beer in Town!
135 S. JEBAVY • LUDINGTON • 845-1367
To all my clients – Thank You for this honorable recognition. Because of you, my job is enjoyable. 115 S. Main St. Scottville
WELCOME BIKERS
231-757-9585
519 E. Dowland, Ludington 845-5895
We’re grateful and pleased to have won the SILVER MEDAL award for best Dentist. Thank you to all our patients for your business and we pledge to continue to do our best in serving you.
SIMONE FAMILY DENTAL Nick P. Simone, DDS
102 S. Main St., Scottville, MI
231-757-4411
www.simonefamilydental.com
Many Thanks
For your patronage and your votes for #1 Antiques Store. Be sure to capture our experiences again soon. We look forward to seeing you. Sally & Jerry Cole
Dedicated service since 1987 • 11 quality dealers
COLE’S ANTIQUES VILLA 120 N. Main, Scottville
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Our sincere u o to you Thank Y thanks for voting us ! s er d Bronze Medalist Rea for Best in Used Cars.
NORTHERN CLASSIC AUTO SALES 4413 W. US-10, LUDINGTON • 845-1768
Kirk Williamson Jr.
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Fireworks show a local draw One of the biggest draws of the year is the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival Fireworks show over Lake Michigan on July 4.
Jeff Kiessel | Daily News
thank you for voting us one of the best!
1-800-328-4121 • www.preferredcu.org
It’s now been over a year since we became Preferred Credit Union and we couldn’t be more excited! PCU is honored to receive this award for the second year in a row and we would really like to thank the great community we serve here. Without you, the community, we would not be able to serve our members. If you are already a member of the PCU family we invite you to spread the word. Please tell your friends and family about us. We have a great “Refer a Friend” program that puts cash in your pocket for referring new members to us. If you currently are not part of the PCU family, we invite you to come check us out because we would love to serve you! You can give us a call at 231-843-3464 or visit us online at www. preferredcu.org . We’d love for you to help us grow and help us continue to grow this great community.
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CONGRATULATIONS LINDA! You’re Making A Real Difference For Our Customers!
West Shore Bank - Voted Mason County’s Favorite Bank Thank You Mason County!
Linda Smith Voted Mason County’s Favorite Teller
westshorebank.com Equal Housing Lender | Member FDIC | Toll Free 888.295.4373
Your First Choice for Heating and Cooling!
Service & Installation for
• Gas Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters • Duct Cleaning • Fireplaces • Humidifiers •Gas Logs • Heat Pumps • Air Conditioners
FREE ESTIMATES
HANKWITZ HEATING, COOLING, & DUCT CLEANING LLC
NEW CONSTRUCTION and REMODELS
Mason County’s Local Heil Heating & Cooling Systems Dealer for over 30 years
231-843-2809 • 609 S. Washington Ave. Ludington
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Our Sincere Thanks!
Thank you to all our customers, friends and familes for voting us the #1 Tire Dealer and one of the best Auto Repair Shops in Mason County!
For voting us one of the best
iate c e r p p We a at h t e n o every ugh o r h t s come or! o d r u o
SCOTTVILLE, MI
(231) 757-2102
Thank you loyal customers for voting us #1.
Steve’s Tire & Automotive Service, LLC
We are proud to be serving the area since 1894 – Gregory’s Flowers
All Major Brands of Tires Delivered Daily Car • Light Truck • Farm • Used Tires
757-9570
and Staff
615 W. First St., Scottville
M-F 8-5 • Sat. 8-Noon By Appointment Closed the Last Saturday of Every Month
78 N. Jebavy, Ludington
425-4133
Thank you for voting us #1
Thank you for voting us “Your Favorite Chiropractor in Mason County”. We are “humbled and honored” to be awarded this unique distinction. Our goal has always been to improve the health of the citizens of our area. We would like to acknowledge all the Chiropractic offices for providing excellent spinal health care services. Chiropractic health care is a wonderful health care profession providing health care services such as spinal health care, therapeutic rehabilitation, proper nutrition and exercises, postural habits and the importance of a spiritual well-being. In today’s health care services, Chiropractic physician’s focus their attention onto spinal related health conditions, however when diagnostic procedures and certain symptoms indicate the need for medical care, they immediately refer. The correction of spinal subluxations is of vital importance to our patients. Chiropractic physicians recognize the value of preventative care verses medically oriented symptom-based care. With regular spinal adjustments, a person can improve their ability for proper nervous system function, this allows the body to perform better. PATIENT CARE HOURS: Mon. Wed., Fri. 8:30-6:30 • Tues. & Thurs. 8:30-4:30 • Sat. A.M. By Appt.
Dr. Lewis G. Squires Dr. Ashley Quinn Get Adjusted...Feel Better!!
“Smile Often, Speak Softly, And Always Have A Humble Heart”
414 US 10, Scottville
It is nice to be recognized as “The Best” but any doctor is only as good as the patients they attend to. Take care of your health because God wants you to enjoy his greatest gift...LIFE.
231-757-3356
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Thank You to all of our loyal customers for Voting us #1 in Pet Grooming!
Thank you for Voting us your Number One Insurance Agency!
K-9 Cutz Pet Grooming
Brian & Nicole May 102 E. Filer, Ludington • 233-6544
AUTO • HOME • CYCLE BUSINESS • LIFE • HEALTH www.mageeins.com
5965 E. Ludington Ave.
845-5000
Magee Insurance Group is proud to be an independent agent of Auto-Owners Insurance which consistently receives the highest rankings in growth, financial stability and claims service.
Thanks For Your Vote! We're grateful and pleased to have won this award! Thank you to all our loyal customers and friends. We look forward to bringing you the best service in the future!
SUNSHINE'S OUTDOOR SERVICES, LLC 6919 ABRAHAMSON RD., LUDINGTON, MI 49431 OFFICE 231-480-4707 • FAX 231-480-4749 • CELL 231-690-6033
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Dentist
Boss
Gold Cheryl Larson Silver Nick Simone Bronze King & Aloe
Gold Richard Dust Silver John Gillies (Midas/Ave. Tire) Bronze Tom Langfeldt
2014 Favorite people
Chiropractic medicine
Secretary
Gold Dr. Lew Squires Silver Dr. Marc Yeck Bronze Dr. John Hendricks
Gold Joni Potter Silver Chris Boreman Bronze Cheryl Larson
Waitress/Waiter
Firefighters
Gold Jo Jo Nelson - Scotty’s Silver Ali Vanderhaag - Big Boy Bronze Lu Lu - Stix
Gold Kevin Burgess - P.M. Twp. Silver Jerry Funk - Ludington Chief Bronze Joe Cooper - Riverton Twp. Chief
Bartender
Police Officer
Gold Josh - Scotty’s Silver Donna - Steamers Bronze Larry Ingle - Bud’s
Delivery Person Gold Roy Chapman Silver Eric Wrege Bronze Wes Olson
Gold John Gillies - MCSO Mounted Division Silver Kim Cole - Sheriff Bronze Sgt. Dave Maltbie - LPD
Photographer Gold Todd Reed Silver Brad Reed Bronze Rob Alway
Jeff Kiessel | Daily News
Scott Dumas teaches at MCC Middle School.
Teacher Gold Stephanie Stowe (Franklin Elementary) Silver Scott Dumas (MCC Middle School) Bronze Maria Urka (MCC High School)
Eye Doctor Gold Riemer Eye Center SIlver Jennifer Branning Bronze Amanda Lang at Reimer Eye Center
Contractor Gold Lenius Thalman Silver Craig Debbink Bronze Wolfe Construction
Bank Teller
Accountant
Gold Linda Smith (West Shore Bank) Silver Susan Cooper (Fifth-Third Bank)
Gold Julie Drier Silver Paul Piper Bronze John Claire More favorite people on page 16
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Financial Advsisor Gold Brian Madl Edward Jones Silver Rick Ruba Harborfront Financial
2014 Favorite people
DJ Gold Adam Knudsen Silver Jeremy Verstrat Bronze Mark Bosse
Hairstylist
Shears Coiffures
Gold Kristy Ernst - Paradise Island Tanning and The Hair Station Silver Doug Wienert Bronze Michelle Fargo -
Barber
Manicurist Gold Erica McCarthy Cindy’s Hair and Nails Silver Fiesta Bronze Linn, Nails 2000
Gold Small Wonders Silver Susan St. John
You are the best in town! Gold Medalist for Best Manicurist Erica McCarthy My Sincere Thanks!
5135 W. Rasmussen Rd., Ludington
Mason County for Voting Rite Aid One of Your Favorite Pharmacies!
“With Us It’s Personal!” RITE AID PHARMACIES 936 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington
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231-845-7332
Thank You To Our Customers For The Vote of Confidence. Silver Medal - Best Fish Fry Silver Medal - Best Bar
US-10
Only 10 miles from Ludington
(231) 843-1750
QUINNS TIRES & TOWS, INC.
THANK YOU
231-757-2585
Gold Tom’s Silver Ron at Andy’s
We appreciate you keeping your business local!
Daycare provider
JOHNNY'S
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Thanks for your patronage. Working hard to bring you our best.
Our Sincere Thanks for any! Voting Us Best Towing Comp
2014
Ed Anderson - Owner 2292 W. US 10 Ludington, MI 49431
231-757-9262 • 231-843-3877 • 1-800-216 6887 • Fax: 231-757-4462 We’re grateful (and yes, a little proud too!) to have won the GOLD MEDAL award in the Best Archery Category of The Readers Choice Awards. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your patronage in 2014 and over the past years.
SERVICE ALL BRANDS OF CROSSBOWS & BOWS
Always on Target
BULLS EYE ARCHERY & Bow FISHING
Full Service Pro Shop • 30 Target 3D Range • Indoor Lanes www.bullseyebowfishing.com 656 N. REEK RD. • CUSTER, MI 49405 • 231-757-9801 • 231-852-0362 CELL
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Pharmacy
Website
Jewelry
Gold Walgreens Silver Rite-Aid Bronze Walmart
Gold Hamlin Grocery Silver Facebook Bronze Ludington Daily News
Gold Closson’s Jewelry Silver Meijer Bronze Holden’s Home Emporium
2014 Personal favorites
Gift/novelty shop
Men’s Clothing
Gold Mariellen’s Hallmark Silver Daul’s Twisted Arrow Bronze AGS
Bank/Credit Union Gold West Shore Bank Silver Safe Harbor Credit Union Bronze Preferred Credit Union
Source for News Gold Ludington Daily News Silver TV 9 and 10 Bronze Mason County Press
Flower shop Gold Beads and Blooms Silver Bela Floral Bronze CJs
Gold Peebles Silver Meijer Bronze Gordy’s
Grocery store Gold Shop-N-Save Silver Meijer Bronze Save A Lot
Print shop Gold Kwik Print Silver Business Print Bronze Staples
Women’s Clothing Gold Peebles Silver Maurice’s Bronze Meijer
Work Out Gold America’s Fitness Center Silver WSCC Bronze Curves
Craft supplies
Salon
Gold Scottville Variety Silver Walmart Bronze Textile & Lakeside Crafts
Gold Wesco Silver Shell Bronze Express Mart
Christmas gifts Gold Walmart Silver Hallmark Bronze Holden’s
Consignment shops Gold Cedar Chest Silver ABC Kidz Bronze Yada Yada
Convenience/party store Gold Northside Market Silver Hamlin Grocery Bronze AJ’s Party Port
Assisted living Gold Ludington Woods Silver Sherman Oaks Bronze Oakview Medical Care More personal favorites, page 18
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Hearing aids Gold Ted Lutz Silver Beltone
2014 Personal favorites
THANK YOU
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to our loyal customers for voting us your favorite carpet cleaning service.
Massage Gold Dale Edmondson Silver Solace Medical Bronze Safari Sun
Pro-Master Carpet Jason Muralt (owner & operator) Cleaning Call Today! 231-757-9061
READERS We are honored to be voted #1 in both Best Bar and Best Burger categories. Thank you from everyone here at Sportsman’s.
for the 12th straight year! Thanks for your patronage. Present these coupons on your next visits to your Hometown Pizza Hut.
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A downtown family tradition for over 59 years 111 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington • 843-2138
Lunch Buffet or Lunch In A Crunch
FREE DELIVERY $2 Value
Early Week Specials Available Pzone Monday, Tuscani Tuesday, Wings Wednesday
5953 West US 10 ❘ (231) 843-2542 ❘ www.pizzahut.com
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Restaurant
Sweets/treats
Gold Big Boy Silver Applebee’s Bronze Scotty’s
Gold Kilwin’s Silver McDonald’s Bronze Wesco
2014 Food favorites
Pizza
Fish fry
Gold Chuck Wagon Silver Pizza Hut Bronze Hungry Howie’s
Gold Bortell’s Fisheries Silver Johnny’s Bronze Doc’s Sauble River Inn
Breakfast Gold Big Boy Silver Old Hamlin Bronze Brenda’s Harbor Cafe
Bar Gold Sportsman’s Irish Pub Silver Johnny’s Bronze Bud’s
Burger Gold Sportsman’s Irish Pub Silver Burger King Bronze Big Boy
Dinner
Steak
Donuts
Gold Applebee’s Silver Scotty’s Bronze PM Steamers
Gold Applebee’s Silver Scotty’s Bronze Ponderosa
Gold Wesco Silver McDonald’s Bakery Bronze Shop-N-Save
Fast food
Ice Cream
BBQ Ribs
Gold Wendy’s Silver McDonald’s Bronze Burger King
Gold Dairy Queen Silver House of Flavors Bronze Pizza Barn Plus
Coffee
Cappucccino
Gold Riverflats Silver Redolencia Bronze Big Boy
Gold Riverflats Coffee & Tea Silver Redolencia Bronze Hamlin Grocery
Gold Applebee’s Silver Blu Moon Bronze Bungalow
Burrito Gold The Grand Hotel Silver El Rancho Bronze Taco Bell
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Thank You!! All of us at Hamlin Grocery extend our sincere thanks in voting us the
Silver - Convenience Store Bronze - Best Cappuccino Bronze - Propane
HAMLIN GROCERY& DELI
3611 N. Jebavy, Ludington
843-2058
Open Daily 6 AM-10 PM
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Thank You We take pride in providing the best care possible to your loved one. Thank you for voting us best Assisted Living Facility and Retirement Living.
502 N. Sherman St., Ludington, Michigan 49431 www.ludingtonwoods.com
231.845.6100
Thanks to our loyal customers for awarding us a gold ribbon for BEST CONSIGNMENT SHOP! To show our appreciation, mention you saw GOLD and we will take an additional 25% OFF your purchase!
110 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington
845-7974
Thank you for voting Lakeside Links the #1 Golf Course in Mason County! George & Bob Towns Owners Scott Ashley PGA Golf Professional
Thank You Mason County
We appreciate your business! 5369 W. Chauvez Rd., Ludington, MI. 49431
Thanks for Voting Us Silver for Best Insurance Agency!
for voting us "The Best of the Best" Donuts and Gas!
“Trust all of your insurance needs to our team of professionals”
Smith & Eddy inSurancE 3 Mason County Locations 301 W. Ludington, Ludington 5685 E. Ludington, Ludington 117 N. Main, Scottville
3 Offices To Serve You: LUDINGTON: SCOTTVILLE: MANISTEE:
119 S. Rath Ave. 201 S. Main St. 1554 US-31 South
www.smith-eddy.com
845-1481 757-4743 723-3500
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Stearns Park Beach Stearns Park Beach is a favorite for locals and visitors. Daily News file photo
Our Customers Are #1 With Us! Thanks for your votes and thanks for your patronage.
5492 US-10 • Ludington, MI 49431
Gold Medal for Best Barber Celebrating 51 Years
231-843-6868
Open Mon., Wed., Fri. 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
www.greenridge.com
TOM'S BARBER SHOP
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This is our 18th Year in Business!
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For voting us Gold Medal Winner for Best Dentist.
#1 Breakfast #1 Restaurant #2 Waitress Alie Vanderhaag #3 Burger
We take pride in providing our patients with the best care possible. We look forward to continuing to provide you the best in dental services now and in the future.
Family Dental Care Cheryl Larson DDS 294 N. Nelson, Ludington
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Ludington Locally Owned & Operated Since 1995
TRUST YOUR HEARING TO LUTZ HEARING AID CENTER:
Thank you for selecting us #1, Gold Medal Winner for Best Hearing Aid Center, 2 years in a row!
• Over 30 years experience working for you • No appointments necessary • Repairs on all makes and models • Life-time service, cleaning, and programming • Feature for feature...guaranteed the lowest price • We always have time for you • YOUR HEARING......PRICELESS
LUTZ HEARING AID CENTER 325 N. Jebavy, Ludington
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STEPHANI PETERSON
State Licensed Hearing Aid Dealer License #001508
Hearing Care Consultant License #3501 007305
Gold Medal Winner for Best Hearing Aid Center
MICHELLE GIDDINGS
32 Years Experience in Michigan Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist, BC-HIS, Lic #1379
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For Making Us #1 SERVICE DEPARTMENT: Front row - left to right: Tommy Wicks, Spencer Skar, Matt Metheney, Clinton Coleman, KC Kunkel, and Sandy Nolan.
OFFICE STAFF - From left: Brenda Knudsen, Diana Phelps, Karen Oele, Melissa Jewell and Jamie Wehner.
Back row - left to right: Rich Spoor, Doug Seymour, Bryan Haner, Michael Olson, Jason Hathaway, Bronson Draper, Jonathan Morrill, Todd Jorissen, Art Wallager, and Tom Urka.
BRONZE AWARD - SERVICE DEPARTMENT SILVER AWARD - OIL CHANGE
Not pictured - Bob Barker and Mike Kubiak.
BODY SHOP: Left to right: David Billow, Don Engle, Rick Green and Chris Wallager. PARTS DEPT. - Don Holmes and Cory Cracraft.
BRONZE AWARD - BODY SHOP
BRONZE AWARD BEST AUTO SALES PERSON
SILVER AWARD BEST AUTO SALES PERSON
Matt Urka
Jamie Loney
SALES STAFF: Left to right: Rick Quintero, Lindsey Swidorski, Bob Seelhoff, Jamie Loney, Pat Flagg, Mike Urka, Matt Urka, Eric Walle and Jerry Buck. Not pictured - Nick Rynberg.
GOLD AWARD - NEW VEHICLES GOLD AWARD - USED VEHICLES
Serving West Michigan For Over 90 Years BRONZE AWARD BEST REPAIRMAN
We always strive to put you first! We promise to maintain our high standard and look forward to serving you in the future
CHEVROLET • BUICK
Art Wallager
www.urkaauto.com
U.S. 10 & 31 E. OF LUDINGTON
(231) 845-6282