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Aug. 5, 2015

READERS’ CHOICE The Best Businesses of Hale County

Robert’s Tree House brings yards to life There’s something for every one and every yard at Plainview’s favorite nursery and garden center.

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(806) 293-8888 www.apexcollision.net

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Gold - Financial Planning Consultant Gold - Stock and Bond Broker

J Pat Manning Financial Advisor Edward Jones 2203 Edgemere Drive 806-293-1385

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J Pat Manning began working for Edwards Jones in 2004 as an intern in Washington, D.C. He began his Edward Jones career in 2005 as a Financial Advisor in Plainview and became a limited partner with Edward Jones in 2014. A 2005 graduate of George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., he holds a bachelor’s degree in finance. In addition, he is a member of AAMS®, Accredited Asset Management Specialist. Originally from Broken Arrow, Okla., J Pat Manning has lived in Plainview since 2005. J Pat serves as a board member for the Plainview YMCA and the Kiwanis Club of Plainview. In addition, he is a current member and has served on the Board of Directors for the Plainview Chamber of Commerce. As an Edward Jones financial advisor, J Pat believes it is important to invest his time to understand what you’re working toward before you invest your money. Working closely with you, your CPA, attorney and other professionals, he can help determine the most appropriate financial strategy for you and your family. He can also help with your retirement savings strategy so that you have more options when you retire, regardless of what you decide to do. J Pat said his Senior Branch Office Administrator, Celia Simpson Finck has eight years of experience and is dedicated to providing you with the highest level of service possible. “Please don’t hesitate to call on her with questions or concerns,” J Pat said. J Pat Manning and Celia Simpson Finck are grateful to the Plainview community for their loyalty through the years.

Best of the West BBQ Gold: Weekends BBQ 1007 Mesa Drive 806-292-1423

Biscuits and Gravy Gold: McDonald’s 1501 N. Interstate 27 806-296-5612 Silver: IHOP 701 Interstate 27 806-288-9945

Boot Selection Gold: Gebo’s 2803 Olton Road 806-293-4212 Silver: Masso’s 105 E. Sixth St. 806-293-2092

Chicken Fried Steak Gold: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522 Silver: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393

Fajita’s Gold: Leal’s Mexican Restaurant 3311 Olton Road 806-293-5355

Silver: Taqueria Jalisco’s 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-288-0147

Silver: It’s a Girl Thing 109 E. Seventh St. 806-296-5456

Feed Store

Queso

Gold: Gebo’s 2803 Olton Road 806-293-4212 Silver: Tractor Supply 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-293-5310

Gold: Leal’s Mexican Restaurant 3311 Olton Road 806-293-5355 Silver: Taqueria Jalisco’s 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-288-0147

Hat Store Gold: Masso’s 105 E. Sixth St. 806-293-2092 Silver: Gebo’s 1605 W. Fifth St. 806-293-3646

Hot Sauce Gold: Leal’s Mexican Restaurant 3311 Olton Road 806-293-5355 Silver: Carlito’s Mexican Restaurant 3105 Olton Road 806-296-9222

Steak Gold: West Texas Wood Fire Grill 910 N. Interstate 27 806-296-6891 Silver: Chili’s 1515 Interstate 27 806-293-0071

Western Wear Store Gold: Gebo’s 2803 Olton Road 806-293-4212 Silver: Masso’s 105 E. Sixth St. 806-293-2092

Jeans Gold: Gebo’s 2803 Olton Road 806-293-4212

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Best Flower Shop!

Black Forest Floral

3602 Olton Rd. • Plainview • 806.296.2356

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Best in Sights and Sounds Cable Provider

Art Gallery

Gold: Suddenlink 2301 W. Fifth St. 806-293-2551 Silver: NTS 400 Columbia St. 806-797-0687

Gold: Abraham Art Gallery 1900 W. Seventh St. 806-291-1083 Silver: O’Briens 706 Broadway St. 806-293-9979

Cellular Store

Internet Provider

Gold: Verizon 3316 Olton Road 806-296-6738 Silver: Sprint 1123 N. Interstate 27 806-288-0260

Gold: Suddenlink 2301 W. Fifth St. 806-293-2551 Silver: NTS 400 N. Columbia St. 806-797-0687

Gold - Real Estate Company

Billington Real Estate Keith Billington 3109 Olton Road 806-293-2572

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Musical Instrument Store Gold: Sharp’s 2608 Olton Road 806-291-0661 Silver: Hubbard 2608 Olton Road 806-291-0661

Portrait Photographer Gold: Don’s Photography 1501 W. Fifth St. 806-296-2276 Silver: Treasured Memories 1001 Broadway St. 806-296-7030

If you are searching for the perfect home or best location for your business, Billington Real Estate can help you with selling or buying homes, land and commercial property. After farming for many years, Keith Billington started Billington Real Estate in 1977. Keith is an experienced manager of a shopping center and other businesses. He has listed and sold homes, farms and commercial property. Cindy Billington has been a Realtor for 31 years. Cyndy Walter is a Plainview native. She received her license in 1984 and has been with Billington Real Estate since 1999. She has experience in residential, commercial, and farm real estate. Raby Garrett graduated from Plainview High School. Raby has been a real estate broker and associated with Billington Real Estate for more than 30 years. A Plainview resident for more than 25 years, Realtor Veronica McClanahan has a mission to serve her clients to the best of their interest. Veronica is bilingual and invites her Hispanic customers to contact her any time. She has been extremely successful in the time she has worked as a Realtor. Jeanine Brunson is a Realtor with Billington Real Estate and would be happy to list your home in Plainview and Kress. Jeanine is a long-time resident of Plainview and is very talented in home design. Florence Carlisle has been with Billington Real Estate 28 years and has continued to be one of the leading Realtors in Plainview. Her buyers and sellers all love her. Mike Ferguson, who has farmed in Plainview for many years, has also had his real estate license with Billington Real Estate for many years. He works daily to make his customers and clients find the home of their dreams. He has many years of experience and is known for his knowledge and thoroughness. Mike Williams has been a Realtor for several years and just joined Billington Real Estate a year ago. Mike specializes in farms and ranches but also is available to help you with residential property. Lou Bevill has worked many years as a Realtor and would love to help you sell your home or help you find that perfect home your family needs. These Realtors have been a major factor and their dedication has been to help Billington Real Estate grow and become a successful company. Rosemary Gonzales just joined Billington Real Estate in March of this year and already is a great addition in helping manage the office. Her assistant is Keisha Billington who has been with our company for several years. 2015 READERS’ CHOICE I PLAINVIEW HERALD I 7

Readers’ Choice for Public School Plainview High School

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US YOUR BEST ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Serving Plainview Since 1955

4428 Olton Rd. 296-5111 • Plainview

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Gold - Breakfast Silver - Biscuits and Gravy

IHOP

701 N. Interstate 27 806-296-5563

Thank You, Plainview! Best Spraying Service

BAILEY FLYING SERVICE

Rick Uptergrove - Manager 1441 West Hwy. 70 • Plainview • 806-889-3400

For many of us, the day doesn’t begin without breakfast. Fortunately, it’s breakfast time 24 hours a day at IHOP. And savory biscuits and gravy are just part of the breakfast menu, followed by a tempting variety of lunch and dinner items. IHOP’s extensive menu has something for everyone including special sections for kids and seniors. For starters, there are original pancakes along with variations that include fruit compote, chocolate chips or nuts and grains. Or try a hearty omelette like the Bacon Temptation. Want something healthy? Try the Spinach and Mushroom or create your own unique omelette. The Biscuits & Gravy Combo includes two fluffy buttermilk biscuits topped with four sausage links and country gravy served with two eggs and hash browns. For dinner, you can tie into a T-Bone steak cooked to order, or savor a Tilapia Florentine, tilapia on a bed of spinach and Alfredo served with mashed potatoes and garlic bread. Finish with an item from their dessert menu such as fruit crepe, crowned with vanilla ice cream and real fruit topping like cool strawberry, warm blueberry or cinnamon apple compote finished with a flourish of whipped topping. IHOP beverages range from a hearty cup of coffee and or refreshing ice tea to Splashberry, a blend of IHOP’s juicy, red strawberries, lemon-lime soda and premium orange juice. Open in Plainview since 2006, IHOP employs 45 friendly staff members who will see to it that your coffee cup stays full. “We’d like to say thank you to everyone who voted for us, and we greatly appreciate your business,” said Manager Tiffany Whalen.

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ADAMS WELL SERVICE COMPLETE WELL SERVICE POLY PIPE SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS TURBINES HOUSE WELLS

720 N. 2nd St. • Floydada

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Christian Manor Apartments 700 Broadway • Plainview, TX

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813 W. 8th 293-2350 • Plainview

Thank you for voting us Best Home Health Provider Let Our Family Take Care of Your Family Owners: Becky Steffens, RN & Peggy Norris, LVN

Area Home Care, Inc 201 W. 4th St. • 296-2323

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PROFESSIONAL ROOFING Commercial • Residential • Industrial

1001 E. 5th • Plainview • 293-5829

www.dickersonroofingandfoam.com

Best Gift Store Best Wedding Gift Shop Best Home Decor

Evalene’s Gifts & More 1401 S. Columbia • 296-9393

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Best in Medicine Assisted Living/ Retirement Home Gold: Christian Manor 813 W. Eighth St. 806-293-2350 Silver: Santa Fe House 3406 SW Fifth St. 806-291-0151

Cardiologist Gold: Dr. Kevin Jones 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531

Chiropractor Gold: Dr. Thomas Cunningham 2204 Edgemere Drive 806-293-3130

Dentist Gold: Dr. Gary Abercrombie 2801 W. 24th St. 806-293-4284

Family Practitioner Gold: Dr. Mark McClanahan 1806 Quincy St. 806-288-7891 Silver: Dr. David Wright 2222 W. 24th St. 806-296-2767

Hearing Care Gold: Grand Hearing Center 812 W. Eighth St. 806-288-8585 Silver: Livingston Hearing Center 606 Quincy St. 806-293-8874 12 I 2015 READERSâ€™ CHOICE I PLAINVIEW HERALD

Home Health Provider Gold: Area Home Care 201 W. Fourth St. 806-296-2323 Silver: Interim Healthcare 113 W. Eighth St. 806-288-0220

Hospice Gold: Area Community Hospice 3109 Olton Road 806-293-2732 Silver: Interim Healthcare Center 113 W. Eighth St. 806-288-0220

Hospital Gold: Covenant Hospital 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531 Silver: Mangold Memorial 320 N. Main St., Lockney 806-652-3373

Internal Medicine Gold: Dr. Sergio Lara 2222 W. 24th St. 806-291-3317 Silver: Dr. Salman Ahmad 1208 N. Interstate 27 806-293-2444

Medical Supply Company Gold: Star Medical 516 Ash St. 806-288-9977

Silver: B&I Enterprise 630 Broadway St. 806-291-0008

Nurse Gold: Nancy Kernell 3109 Olton Road 806-293-2752 Silver: Kendra Guerra 2601 Dimmitt Road 806-296-5531

Nurse Practitioner Gold: Sally Bird 2222 W. 24th St. 806-291-3317 Silver: Christina Flanagan 1806 Quincy St. 806-288-7891

OB-GYN Gold: Dr. Charles Smith 2222 W. 24th St. 806-291-3317 Silver: Dr. David Wright 2222 West 24th St. 806-296-2767

Optometrist Gold: Webb & Webb 601 W. Seventh St. 806-293 1376 Silver: Eyewear Outlet 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-296-7175

Orthodontist

Physician’s Assistant

Gold: Wentz Orthodontics 3200 Olton Road 806-293-7100 Silver: Wentz Orthodontics 3200 Olton Road 806-293-7100

Gold: KrisAnn Shulz 315 W. Cleveland St., Hale Center 806-839-2100 Silver: Amber Kemper 320 N. Main S. Lockney 806-652-3373

Pediatrician

Psychiatry

Veterinarian

Gold: Dr. Travis King 2801 W. 24th St. 806-293-4284 Silver: Dr. David Wright 2222 W. 24th St. 806-296-2767

Gold: Dr. Victor Gutierrez 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531

Gold: Dr. Blaine Long 201 N. Interstate 27 806-296-7022 Silver: Dr. John Scott 201 N. Interstate 27 806-296-7022

Pharmacy Gold: CVS 1801 W. Fifth St. 806-291-0031 Silver: Hometown Pharmacy 3200 Olton Road 806-296-9000

Physical Therapy Gold: Covenant Hospital 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531 Silver: Joe Switzenberg 2204 Edgemere Dr. 806-293-3130

Radiologist Gold: Dr. John Garvish 2404 Yonkers St. 806-293-4231 Silver: Covenant Hospital 2601 Dimmitt Road 806-296-5531

Surgeon Gold: Dr. Bobby Smith 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531 Silver: Dr. Benjamin Farr 2601 Dimmitt Road 806-296-5531

Urgent Care Gold: Covenant Hospital 2601 DImmit Road 806-296-5531

Silver: UMC 1208 N. Interstate 27 806-293-2444

Urologist Gold: Dr. Michael Graves 2404 Yonkers St. 806-293-5111

Walk-in Clinic Gold: West Texas Family Medicine 1806 Quincy St. 806-288-7891 Silver: Covenant Healthcare Center 2222 W. 24th St. 806-296-2767

Weight Loss Program Gold: YMCA 313 Ennis St. 806-293-8319

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Grand Hearing Stay Local for all of your hearing needs.

We offer service, batteries, free hearing screenings.

Thank You For Your Vote!

Gayle (Wampler) Willson, B.S.

Hearing Instrument Specialist OPEN 24 HOURS

Thank you for voting us Best Hearing Care Serving Plainview for 39 Years

(806) 288-8585 812 W 8th, Suite 11B

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Best Breakfast

Best Biscuits and Gravy

701 Interstate, 27 Frontage, Plainview, TX

806-296-5663

Thank You For Your Vote!

LAIRD House of Carpet

Best Carpet and Flooring

Ceramic Tile: Floors Backsplashes Designer Inserts

Countertops:

Cody Jenkins

Formica Jeffrey Alexander Cabinet pulls

Best Implement Mechanic

Tarket Luxury Vinyl Planks

Panhandle Tractors 1205 S. I-27, Box 37 • Plainview, TX 79072

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Luxury Vinyl Tile • Carpet • Vinyl Hardwood Floors

296-2967

Call Punkin Laird

722 Ash

(Downtown - Across From Post Office)

Gold - Insurance Company Gold - Insurance Agent

Recent weather-related problems in our community, including major hail damage, have reminded all of us that it’s important for our homes and vehicles to be fully insured. And, of course, none of us should ever take our health or our lives for granted. In business since 2005, State Farm Agent Jan Alford enjoys spending time with her customers and is happy to provide free insurance quotes for those looking for coverage. “I enjoy finding out the best way for State Farm to meet their needs,” Jan said. A graduate of West Texas State University, Jan has been active in the Plainview community for more than 25 years. She is a member of the Plainview Chamber of Commerce and the Plainview/Hale County Industrial Foundation. Along with three staff members, Jan provides a full range of State Farm Insurance products including auto insurance, home and property insurance, life insurance, health insurance and annuities. Jan’s State Farm website helps customers to manage their accounts, plan a move and change their address. Plus, there’s simple information on how to get the insurance coverage you need. The Learning Resource Center under Customer Care offers tips for vehicle maintenance, family care from babies to aging parents, finances, buying, insuring and maintaining your home, and vehicle safety. You can also use the website to file a claim, check your claim status, find a repair facility and report insurance fraud. “I appreciate Plainview’s support and confidence in myself and State Farm,” Jan said.

Jan Alford State Farm Insurance Agent 2608 B Olton Road 806-293-2545

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2503 DIMMITT ROAD

293-2613

SUMMER SALE!! • Bedding Plants • Shrubs • Baskets • Fountains

• Indoor Plants • Trees

LAWN FOOD & IRON Have the GREENEST YARD IN TOWN!!

Richardson Sewing Center 300 Broadway St, Plainview, TX • 293-3958 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 5:30

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Best Appliance Store! We appreciate your business!

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RuRu’s Kloset

Best Consignment Store

Monday - Friday 10:30-6:00 • Saturday 10:30-5:00

288-9644

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1507 W. 5th, Plainview, TX 79072

806.293.2244

Mon.-Fri. 9am - 7pm Sat. 9am - 6pm Sun. 1pm - 6pm

Locally Owned & Operated by Tomas and Erin Cruz

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Thank You For Voting Dan Schafer Best Auto Mechanic Import and Domestic Car Care and Diesel Repair

Thank You Plainview For Voting Us Best Antique Store

507 Travis, Plainview • 293-2142

725 Broadway, Plainview, TX - Downtown Next to the Fair Theater

Dan Schafer, Owner

806-293-7826

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Best in Shopping Antiques

Children’s Clothing

Hardware

Gold: Uniques and Antiques 725 Broadway St. 806-293-7826 Silver: Plainview Antiques 614 Broadway St. 806-296-5501

Gold: Walmart 1501 N. Interstate 27 806-293-4278 Silver: It’s a Girl Thing 109 E. Seventh St. 806-296-5456

Appliance

Consignment

Gold: McCoy’s 4605 Olton Road 806-296-5482 Silver: McDonald’s Trading Post 1401 S. Columbia St. 806-296-9239

Gold: Sears 1507 W. Fifth St. 806-293-2244 Silver: Furniture Expressions 214 Broadway St. 806-296-5057

Gold: RuRu’s Closet 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-288- 9644 Silver: Play it Again 1706 W. Seventh St. 806-296-9405

Book Store

Flower Shop

Gold: WBU Bookstore 1900 W. Seventh St. 806-291-1000 Silver: Walmart 1501 Interstate 27 806-293-4219

Gold: Black Forest Floral 3602 Olton Road 806-296-2356 Silver: Kandels 605 Amarillo St. 806-288-0256

Building Supplies

Furniture

Gold: McCoy’s 4605 Olton Road 806-296-5482 Silver: Tractor Supply 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-293-5310

Gold: Furniture Expressions 214 Broadway St. 806-296-5057 Silver: Ramsower’s 3210 Olton Road 806-279-1317

Carpet and Flooring

Gift Store

Gold: King Carpet 601 Broadway St. 806-291-9580 Silver: Laird Carpet 722 Ash St. 806-296-2967

Gold: Evalene’s 1401 S. Columbia St. 806-296-9393 Silver: Life’s Blessings 3400 Olton Road 806-293-7886

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Home Décor Gold: Evalene’s 1401 S. Columbia St. 806-296-9393 Silver: Old World Antiques 212 Baltimore St. 806-291-9800

Jewelry Store Gold: V’s Jewelry 3318 Olton Road 806-293-5940 Silver: Artisan Jewelers 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-494-3587

Men’s Clothing Gold: Bealls 3415 Olton Road 806-296-5593 Silver: Gebo’s 1605 W. Fifth St. 806-293-3646

Nursery/ Garden Center Gold: Robert’s Tree House 2503 Dimmit Road 806-293-2613

Sewing Supplies

Tire Specialty Store

Wedding Gift Shop

Gold: Richardson Sewing Supplies 300 Broadway St. 806-293-3958 Silver: Walmart 1501 Interstate 27 806-293-4219

Gold: Willie’s Tire 1100 N. Interstate 27 806-296-6603 Silver: Plainview Tire 1700 W. 24th St. 806-293-4365

Gold: Evalene’s 1401 S. Columbia St. 806-296-9393 Silver: Old World Antiques 212 Baltimore St. 806-291-9800

Trendy Fashion

Women’s Shoes

Shoe Repair

Gold: It’s A Girl Thing 104 E. Seventh St. 806-288-1539 Silver: Rusty Rose 2302 W. Fifth St. 806-292-9898

Gold: Beall’s 3415 Olton Road 806-296-5593 Silver: It’s a Girl Thing 109 E. Seventh St. 806-296-5456

Gold: El Vaquero 806 W. Fifth St. 806-292-2147

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Gold - Deli United Amigos Gold - Meat United Gold - Produce United Gold - Supermarket United Gold - Grocery Cashier LaDonna Mooney United

Silver - Bakery United Amigos Silver- Meat United Amigos Silver - Produce United Amigos Silver - Supermarket United Amigos Silver - Grocery Cashier Dorothy Green United Amigos

Amigos United is golden when it comes to deli, meat, produce and supermarket products. And they also step up at the bakery and at the cashier’s register. Amigos has been part of Plainview since 2000, and a number of their 175 employees go back further than that, having worked at the United Store that was formerly located across the street from Amigos. “Customer service is our No. 1 key,” said Store Director Will Prince. “Being the best store in town is our goal.” Will said the average customer count in a week is about 18,300, and every customer is treated the same. Dorothy Green, who received the Silver award for best grocery cashier, has been employed at Amigos since the store opened. “She’s a great person who really cares about our guests,” Will said. The store’s deli, where everything is made fresh every day, is a popular place to pick up breakfast lunch and dinner. Assistant Meat Market Manager Brook Mickey reminds customers that they can get their meat cut up and packaged to order at the meat counter. “We can custom cut steaks as you want them, cut up chicken and season the meat,” Brook said. “It doesn’t have to be just what’s on the counter. If you’re looking for 50 pounds of hamburger or cutting up chuck for stew meat or chili meat, we can do that for you.” Amigos is open from 6 a.m. till 11 p.m. seven days a week. “We’re grateful to the people of Plainview and the surrounding area for supporting us through the years. Thank you for voting for us,” Will said.

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Gold - Bookstore

WBU Bookstore Eddie Turner, store manager 806-291-3615 1900 W. Seventh Street

It is the role of a university bookstore to order the books in the syllabus and make sure that they’re available to buy, sell or rent in new or used condition. The WBU Bookstore does all that – and much more. “We have the best gift store in Plainview,” said Eddie Turner, store manager. Eddie, who has been at the bookstore for 41 years, said the store was very different when he became store manager in 1974. “We had a small closet with books,” he said. “We had no computers, no point-of-purchase system. We’ve come a long way.” Popular lines of candles can be found at the bookstore, along with Precious Moments and Willow Tree figurines, frames and all kinds of décor. Different kinds of jewelry including Wayland jewelry, Christian jewelry such as the Wayland jewelry, the Spirit of Truth brand and sterling silver jewelry is also available. “We have a lot of Wayland imprinted things, such as mugs, key rings, and beverage dispensers,” Eddie said. “We probably have 30 different T-shirts, and 15 to 20 different sweatshirts, caps and jackets.” Book lovers will feel right at home among the large selection of Christian and popular books, including Bibles and commentaries. The bookstore will gift-wrap anything over $10 for free, and they will engrave names on Bibles, portfolios, binders and “Jesus Calling” devotional books. Items purchased at the bookstore are engraved for free. WBU Bookstore is located in the McClung University Center. “Visit our website or stop by the store any time,” Eddie said.

Keeping Working Families Working!

Front row L-R Connie Espinoza, Rosa Orona and Patricia Alverez - Manager Top Row L-R Heather Gonzales, Bertha Soliz

Curriculums for all ages. 3 meals and 2 snacks prepared on site.

Open 5:00am to 12:45am Monday – Saturday Birth through 13 years

Call for more information or Come by for a tour. Child Care Services Assistance accepted.

Best Daycare 2305 Yonkers, Plainview 293-8315

Thank You For Voting Westridge Manor Best Retirement Center

4304 W 2nd St., Plainview, TX

806-293-1341

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Christina Flanagan

Pediatrician

Proudly Serving the Plainview Community

Walk In Clinic

Dr. Mark McClanahan Dr. Travis King Physician Assistant

Kris Ann Schulz

Nurse Practitioner

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Sears

Tomas and Erin Cruz 1507 W. Fifth St. 806-293-2244

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For the best in home appliances, visit your Sears Hometown Store in Plainview. Owned by Tomas and Erin Cruz for the past seven years, Sears has a mission of treating people the way they would want to be treated. â€œWe have a great team,â€? Tomas said. â€œWe try to keep the store as a hometown, small-town environment.â€? Searsâ€™ staff consists of five friendly, competent employees. In addition, the Cruzâ€™s two children, Makayla, 12, and Katie, 10, can be seen helping out in the store a few hours a day during their summer break. â€œThe best part of working here is getting to know the people. We love to see the same people come back and to grow as a family with customers that weâ€™ve helped,â€? Tomas said. Sears Hometown Store in is the local destination for all your appliance, home goods, hardware and electronic needs, as well as a great selection of lawn and garden products. Sears recently increased the number of appliances offered in-store so that customers can see what they want and take it home with them the same day. â€œWe are carrying the largest in-stock assortment that weâ€™ve had in years,â€? Tomas said, â€œand itâ€™s moving as it comes in.â€? With the recent rains, the demand for lawn and garden products, especially lawn mowers, has been growing. â€œLawn and garden equipment has been huge,â€? Tomas said. Tomas and Erin Cruz, their staff and family are grateful to the Plainview community. â€œThank you for choosing us for your appliance or lawn and garden needs,â€? Tomas said. â€œWe appreciate the business we get from Plainview and surrounding communities.â€?

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South Plains College Plainview Center will celebrate its 10th anniversary in September. Since opening in 2005, the mission of SPC Plainview Center has been to attract first-generation college students, according to Paul Henderson, coordinator for Workforce Development. “When the first person in a family decides to attend college, graduates and becomes gainfully employed, it starts a cultural norm in the family,” Henderson said. “If one attends, that person will encourage those who come after to attain, move forward, advance and do well for themselves and their families. It’s very important to us as an institution to help each student succeed in his or her educational endeavor.” In 2014, the fall enrollment was 394 students, which set a record for the SPC Plainview Center. “Our students come from 50 square miles outward from this location,” Henderson said. SPC Plainview Center offers nursing and cosmetology. The Licensed Vocational Nursing program continues to remain full with a waiting list for admission. The Industrial Manufacturing and Emerging Technology (IMET) program continues to grow as well. “The combination of wind, solar and industrial manufacturing technology meets the needs of this community,” Henderson said. “IMET is going to be a core foundation for the community while enabling us to train the workforce for potential companies that may move here. SPC Plainview Center also can assist existing companies in their training needs.” Another training course that will soon be offered is the Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT). “With more patients needing dialysis, this new program will help us to respond to an increase in demand for qualified technicians,” Henderson said. SPC Plainview Center appreciates the City of Plainview and the surrounding communities for its support for the last 10 years. “We look forward to continuing to serve the community for many more years to come,” Henderson said.

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South Plains College Paul Henderson Coordinator for Workforce Development 1920 W. 24th Street 806-296-9611

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Roxanne Barrientos, an LVN for 15 years, has worked at West Texas Family Medicine for the last six. Roxanne has high praise for Mark McClanahan, D.O., who won Gold for Family Practitioner. “Dr. McClanahan is very professional and pleasant to work with,” she said. “He treats everyone as an individual. Children love him and are happy to see him, as are the elders.” Also winning Gold for Walk-In Clinic, West Texas Family Medicine offers a broad range of services. “We’re very procedure-oriented,” said Phil Richards, communications director. “We try to keep everything in Plainview and in-house as much as we can to keep our patients from having to go to Amarillo or Lubbock for service.” Having extended hours makes West Texas Family Medicine even more convenient for Plainview patients. Phil explained that a team of five doctors own the facility. In addition, three physician assistants and a nurse practitioner operate their own practices within the facility. “We also have a team of great nurses and a receptionist who make sure things get done as quickly and efficiently as possible,” he said. West Texas Family Medicine has three facilities, including one in Hale Center and another in Floydada as well as a billing facility. The practice employs 72 people. “We provide the best care we can for Plainview folks,” Phil said. “We’re West Texas bred and we try to provide a West Texas service. We’re a basic family practice that provides all services from ob-gyn to geriatrics.” West Texas Family Medicine is grateful to their patients and to everyone who voted for them in the Readers’ Choice poll. For more information, check out their website at www.westtexasfamilymedicine.com.

Gold - Family Practitioner Mark McClanahan Gold - Walk-in Clinic

West Texas Family Medicine 1806 Quincy St. 806-288-7891

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Best Food and Restaurant All-Around Restaurant Burritos

Corn Dog

Gold: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522 Silver: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393

Gold: Nena’s 2010 W. Fifth St. 806-296-0448 Silver: Chayo’s 1109 E. Fifth St. 806-296-5393

Gold: Sonic 501 W. Fifth St.. 806-293-3199 4004 Olton Road, 806-293-4848 Silver: Jumbo Joe’s 1911 W Fifth St. 806-291-9595

Bakery

Business Lunch

Deli

Gold: Mrs. K’s 1809 Quincy St. 806-293-0269 Silver: Amigos 2403 N. Columbia 806-293-2700

Gold: Broadway Brew 108 E. Seventh St. 806-288-2739 Silver: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522

Gold: Amigos 2403 N. Columbia St. 806-293-2700 Silver: Walmart 1501 Interstate 27 806-293-4219

Breakfast

Catfish

Desserts

Gold: IHOP 701 N. Interstate 27 806-296-5563 Silver: Taqueria Jalisco’s 1001 Interstate 27 806-288-0147

Gold: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522 Silver: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393

Gold: Furr’s Cafeteria 3605 Olton Road 806-293-2531 Silver: Mia’s Italian Restaurant 1001 Interstate 27 806-296-5757

Buffet

Chicken

Doughnut

Gold: Furr’s Cafeteria 3605 Olton Road 806-293-2531 Silver: China Dragon 3400 Olton Road 806-291-8888

Gold: Chicken Express 909 N. Interstate 27 806-291-0260 Silver: KFC 1900 W. Fifth St. 806-293-1245

Gold: The Donut Shop 613 W. 24th St. 806-296-9632 Silver: Benjamin’s Doughnuts 1806 W. Fifth St. 806-213-1100

Burger

Coffee

For Children

Gold: Jumbo Joe’s 1911 W. Fifth St. 806-291-9595 Silver: Burger World 713 W. Fifth St. 806-296-2433

Gold: Broadway Brew 108 E. Seventh St. 806-288-2789 Silver: Java Hut 3212 Olton Road 806-293-0488

Gold: McDonalds 1501 N. Interstate 806-296-5612 Silver: Chili’s 1515 Interstate 27 806-293-0071

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Gathering Spot

Mixed Drink

Restaurant Fast Food

Gold: Broadway Brew 108 E. Seventh St. 806-288-2789 Silver: Plainview Country Club 2909 W. Fourth St. 806-293-2445

Gold: Chili’s 1515 N. Interstate 27 806-293-0071 Silver: Red Door 600 Interstate 27 806-494-3510

Ice Cream

Nachos

Gold: Dairy Queen 1307 W. Fifth St. 806-291-0068 Silver: Sonic 501 W. Fifth St.. 806-293-3199 4004 Olton Road, 806-293-4848

Gold: Leal’s Mexican Restaurant 3311 Olton Road 806-293-5355 Silver: Carlito’s Mexican Restaurant 3105 Olton Road 806-296-9222

Gold: Jumbo Joe’s 1911 W. Fifth St. 806-291-9595 Silver: Sonic 501 W. Fifth St. 806-293-3199 4004 Olton Road 806-293-4848

Italian Food Gold: Mia’s Italian Restaurant 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-296-5757 Silver: Pizza Hut 1108 N. Interstate 27 806-293-5000

Meat Department Gold: United 3501 Olton Road 806-293-4402 Silver: United Amigos 2403 N Columbia St. 806-293-2700

Mexican Food Gold: Leal’s Mexican Restaurant 3311 Olton Road 806-293-5355 Silver: Taqueria Jalisco 1001 Interstate 27 806-288-0147

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Oriental Gold: Tokyo’s Japanese Steakhouse 3401 Olton Road 806-291-6817 Silver: China Dragon 3400 Olton Road 806-291-8888

Restaurant Service Gold: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393 Silver: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522

Restaurant Home Cooking Gold: Cotton Patch 3314 Olton Road 806-293-5522 Silver: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393

Pizza

Salad Bar

Gold: Mia’s Italian Restaurant 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-296-5757 Silver: Pizza Hut 1108 Interstate 27 806-293-5000

Gold: Furr’s Cafeteria 3605 Olton Road 806-293-2531 Silver: Grumpy’s 705 Broadway St. 806-213-0393

Produce Department

Sandwich

Gold: United 3501 Olton Road 806-293-4402 Silver: United Amigos 2403 N. Columbia St. 806-293-2700

Gold: The Fieldhouse 3402 Olton Road 806-293-5092 Silver: Broadway Brew 108 E. Seventh St. 806-288-2739

Seafood

Supermarket

Sweet Tea

Gold: Long John Silvers 3101 Olton Road 806-293-8771 Silver: Furr’s Cafeteria 3605 Olton Road 806-293-2531

Gold: United 3501 Olton Road 806-293-4402 Silver: United Amigos 2403 N. Columbia St. 806-293-2700

Gold: Chicken Express 909 N. Interstate 27 806-291-0260 Silver: Tea2Go 1301 Interstate 27 806-231-0262

Gold - Place To Work Gold - Administrative Assistant Louisa Padilla Gold - Hospital Gold - Physical Therapy Center Gold - Urgent Care Silver - Walk-in Clinic Silver - Radiology Department

Covenant Hospital Plainview 2601 Dimmitt Road 806-296-5531

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Covenant Health Plainview is a great place to work and even better place to receive care. With outstanding physicians, nurses, specialty services, physical therapy center, imaging center and staff, Covenant Health Plainview has become the center of care for our region. In addition to topnotch services and staff, Covenant Health Plainview values its Christiancentered approach to care. “We are a faith-based healthcare organization which impacts each interaction with our coworkers, our patients and their families – we pray for each other and with each other, and use our core values of dignity, excellence, service and justice as the center for each interaction,” said Sherrie Wall, Mission Services Coordinator. “Our employees love what they do – it is their calling. From our physicians and nurses to support staff, each has an important role in the outcomes of our patients, and the future of healthcare in our region,” said Clay Taylor, CEO. “In addition, we encourage continuing education, offer great benefits, and see the value in happy employees.” Taylor added, “We are proud of those physicians and employees who received the People’s Choice recognition through the Plainview Herald. We have an engaged and diverse team of physicians that are committed to working together for the best outcomes of our patients. The Covenant physical therapy department has a longstanding reputation for excellence, led by Larry Rossi and his team. Louisa Padilla and all of our support staff are kind, dedicated, and hard-working. Our Radiology Department offers the best of the best imaging equipment with highly skilled staff. Covenant Health nurses are topnotch, led by great examples in Sally Bird and Kendra Guerra. Our Covenant Healthcare Center and ER physicians and staff are experienced and efficient, while delivering compassionate care to each and every patient. Our staff is at the core of what we do – they are the reason we continue to grow and offer Plainview the best in healthcare, right here at home.” 2015 READERS’ CHOICE I PLAINVIEW HERALD I 31

Gold - Tanning Salon

Xclusive Tan Lacey Todd 2206 W Fifth St 806-293-9826

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Finding the perfect tan is not only about being darker. It’s about the color and condition of your skin. In business six years, Xclusive Tan offers a combination of tanning beds, skin care products and UV Free systems. “With spray-tanning, you stand in a booth and the tanning solution is sprayed on you. With air-brushing, a technician sprays the solution on. Either lasts about a week,” said Lacey Todd, owner of Xclusive Tan. Open since October 2009, Lacey said their busiest time of year is from January to June. “Come and get your base tan before you go on vacation, so that you don’t burn,” she advises customers. “And if you can’t tan, spraytanning is a great option.” In addition to tanning booths, spray-tans and air-brushing, Xclusive Tan offers a variety of products including tanning lotion, sunscreen, after care such as aloe vera lotion, and a men’s line of lotions, body wash and shaving cream. “We also have spray tan in a can,” Lacey said. “You just spray it on, wait 10 to 12 hours, shower and you’re good to go. It’s a great touch-up when you’re on vacation.” Lacey added that today’s products are far better than over-thecounter spray tans were in the past. Xclusive Tan has its own T-shirt, and if you wear yours to the salon on Wednesday, you can get a free upgrade or a free tan. “It’s just been a great six years, and we appreciate everybody’s business. We have some great friends and great customers here,” Lacey said.

Readers’ Choice for Gathering Spot Broadway Brew

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When it comes to weight loss, many of us need a little encouragement. Your Y membership offers ActivTrax, a web-based program for exercise, weight loss management and progress tracking. The program prescribes exercises and weights based on the equipment at the YMCA, plus meal planning and tracking of your caloric intake and burn that makes getting and staying healthy easier. “You can choose to monitor everything from basic body measurements to important medical risk factors through the program,” said Ashley Mayberry, Associate Executive Director of the YMCA. Here’s how it works: You tell the Y trainer your personal workout preferences, goals and exercise experience, and the trainer will provide the workout to get you where you want to go. The database of more than 20,000 foods ensures that your plan includes things you like to eat. The real-time dashboard gives you a clear view of your baseline, the progress you’ve made and where you’re heading. See a Personal Trainer to get a strength test, user name and password and get started today. Serving the community since 1948, the Y employs seven full-time staffers and 90 part-time employees. It offers adult aerobics, both water and land, lap swimming and spin classes. The workout room and weight room are available to members and the general public. An adult day pass costs just $7. Youth sports signups for football and volleyball begin in mid-August, with basketball signups starting in midSeptember. Check the website at www.plainviewymca.org for more information.

Gold - Weight Loss Program Gold - Place to Exercise

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Gold - Nursery/Garden Center

West Texas weather is unpredictable at best, and it takes a certain amount of toughness to withstand the ups and downs. “At one point in November, the temperature went from 80 degrees down to nearly 0,” said Robert Barnett, owner of Robert’s tree house. “It takes awfully tough plants to withstand that type of weather.” Robert, who has degrees in Parks and Recreation and Landscape Horticulture from Texas Tech University, became the owner of Robert’s Tree House in 1981. “If you avoid planting during the very hottest and coldest days, you can plant virtually year-round,” Robert said. “Robert’s Tree House is Plainview’s only year-round garden center.” Due to the unusually heavy rain in May, Robert’s Tree House and its customers were not physically doing much planting. “But now that it’s dried up, we’re ready to keep on going,” he said. Robert’s Tree House offers bedding plants, annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs that have been hardened to the West Texas climate and are ready for planting. They use Fertilome products, which are available to customers. “There are always new products like environmentally friendly fertilizer, fungicides and insecticides,” Robert said. “We give our customers guidance on how to use the products and mix the quantity they need to have the best results.” Robert’s Tree House is an exclusive dealer in Plainview for Welby Gardens from Denver, one of the largest growers in the nation. “We also work with a good supplier of trees from northern Oklahoma to make sure that that trees are adapted to the West Texas climate,” Robert said. With more than 100 years of combined experience, Robert’s Tree House staff is eager to offer guidance on how to plant and care for their lawns and gardens. “Feel free to call us or come by with questions or concerns,” Robert said. “We’ll give you the right answer at right time so you can have best results.” Robert and the staff at Robert’s Tree House appreciate the Plainview community for their vote and their patronage over the last 35 years. “We look forward to serving you in the future,” Robert said.

Robert’s Tree House Robert Barnett 2503 Dimmitt Rd 293-2613

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Readers’ Choice for Auto Repair Apex Collision

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Best Places Auto Accessories

Bail Bond

Gold: Auto Zone 1901 W. Fifth St. 806-296-0033 Silver: Apex Collision 2603 Olton Road 806-293-8888

Gold: Vera’s 2103 W. Fifth St. 806-293-9423 Silver: Central Bail Bonds 700 Broadway St. 806-291-8899

Auto Body Painting

Bank

Gold: Apex Collision 2603 Olton Road 806-221-2634 Silver: Covington 606 N. Columbia St. 806-293-2163

Gold: Centennial Bank 201 W. Sixth St. 806-293-3635 Silver: Wells Fargo 205 W. Fifth St. 806-291-5566

Auto Parts Store

Car Wash

Gold: O’ Reilly’s 2901 Olton Road 806-293-5590 Silver: Tucky’s NAPA 3001 Olton Road 806-296-6387

Gold: Express Car Care 7235 Quaker Ave. 806-795-9226 Silver: Willie’s Tire 1100 N. Interstate 27 806-296-6603

Auto Mechanical Repair

Carpet Cleaning

Gold: Paul Waller Garage 615 W. Sixth St. 806-293-2684 Silver: Doug’s Auto 2403 Houston St. 806-293-4918

Auto Repair Gold: Paul Waller Garage 615 W. Sixth St. 806-293-2684 Silver: Apex Collision 2603 Olton Road 806-293-8888

Gold: Sunshine Cleaners 809 W. 10th St. 806-296-0622 Silver: Carpet Tech 6613 19th St. Lubbock 806-686-3114

College/ University Gold: Wayland Baptist University 1900 W. Seventh St. 806-291-3615 Silver: South Plains College 1920 W. 24th St. 806-296-9611

Construction Company Gold: Thrasher Inc. 1207 E. 24th St. 806-296-2609 Silver: Garrett Construction 806-676-1261

Dance Studio Gold: Lone Star Ballet 607 Yonkers St. 806-288-5735 Silver: Radical Cheer 1922 SW Third St. 806-293-8238

Daycare Gold: Wee Care 2305 Yonkers St. 806-293-8315 Silver: First Baptist Church 205 W. 8th St. 806-296-6318

Detail Shop Gold: Apex Collision 2603 Olton Road 806-292-6517 Silver: Untouchable Detail 1700 W. Fifth St. 806-317-6383

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Dry Cleaners Gold: Vick’s Cleaners 2401 W. Fifth St. 806-296-2898 Silver: KC Cleaners 3400 Olton Road 806-293-4112

Equipment Rental Gold: Fonty’s 2204 W. Fifth St. 806-293-4922 Silver: Milstead 210 N. Date St. 806-293-3689

Funeral Home Gold: Kornerstone Funeral Home 3605 S.W. 3rd St. 806-296-0055 Silver: Bartley Funeral Home 1200 S. Interstate 27 806-293-2225

Glass Replacement Gold: Reed Glass 2300 W. Fifth St. 806-296-2738 Silver: Plains Plate Glass 215 E. Fifth St. 806-296-7261

Silver: Teri’s 608 Amarillo St. 806-293-4032

Silver: Comfort Suites 3615 Grandview 806-293-7700

Heating and Cooling

Museum

Gold: Quality Air 1410 Quincy St. 806-293-9094 Silver: Wilken’s 600 S. Broadway St. 806-293-7285

Gold: Museum of the Llano Estacado 1900 W. Seventh St. 806-291-3660 Silver: Hale County Farm and Ranch 1H 27 Hale Center, Texas 806-839-2556

Home Mortgage Company Gold: Prosperity Bank 3301 Olton Road 806-293-3888 Silver: Wells Fargo 205 W. Fifth St. 806-291-5566

Insurance Company Gold: Jan Alford 2608 Olton Road 806-293-2545 Silver: Jim Landtroop 3206 Olton Road 806-296-5720

Investment Firm

New Car Dealer Gold: Reagor Dykes 808 N. Interstate 27 806-293-2511 Silver: Bill Wells Chevrolet 501 S. Interstate 27 806-293-4141

Packing, Mailing and Shipping Gold: Pak Mail 2317 W. Fifth St. 806-288-0199 Silver: U.S Post Office 725 Ash St.

Pest Control

Gold: Plainview Country Club 2902 W. Fourth St. 806-293-2445

Gold: Edward Jones 2101 W. Fifth St. 806-293-9551 Silver: Investment Centers of America 201 W. Sixth St. 806-291-0088

Hair Salon

Motel/ Hotel

Gold: Karli’s 3115 W. 10th St. 806-293-1770

Place to Exercise

Gold: Holiday Inn 4213 W. 13th St. 806-345-8082

Gold: YMCA 313 Ennis St. 806-293-8319

Golf Course

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Gold: Mcilroy’s 318 Vernon St. 806-296-2313 Silver: Terminex 718 N. Austin St. 806-291-9944

Silver: Anytime Fitness 1601 Kermit St. 806-296-7777

Place to Get Married

Silver: Plainview Christian Academy 310 S. Ennis St. 806-296-6034

Storage Facility Gold: Extra Space Storage 1401 N. Interstate 27 806-429-2426 Silver: EZ Storage 3305 N. Columbia St. 806-293-5268

Gold: First Baptist Church 205 W. Eighth St. 806-296-7729 Silver: First United Methodist Church 1001 W. Seventh St. 806-293-3658

Realty Company

Place to Work

Rental Store

Used Car Selection

Gold: Covenant Health Plainview 2601 Dimmit Road 806-296-5531 Preschool Silver: Wilkens Heating 600 S. Broadway 806-293-7285

Gold: Fonty’s 2204 W. Fifth St. 806-293-4922 Silver: Aaron’s 2602 Olton Road 806-293-8900

Gold: Reagor Dykes 808 N. Interstate 27 806-291-3660 Silver: Bill Wells 1209 W. Fifth St. 806-293-4141

Retirement Center

Wi-fi Spot

Gold: Westridge Manor 4304 W. 2nd St. 806-293-1341 Silver: Santa Fe House 3404 SW Fifth St. 806-291-0151

Gold: Broadway Brew 108 E. Seventh St. 806-288-2789 Silver: McDonald’s 1501 N Interstate 27 806-296-5612

School Gold: Plainview High 1501 Quincy St. 806-293-6005

Gold: Billington Real Estate 1309 Olton Road 806-293-2572 Silver: St. Real Estate 3010 Olton Road 806-293-9944

Tanning Salon Gold: Xclusive Tan 2206 W. Fifth St. 806-293-9826

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Gold - Portrait Photographer

Don Dickson Photography 1501 W. Fifth St. 806-296-2276

In 1978 when Don Dickson Photography opened, everything was completely film-based. “In those days, everything was done by magic in the dark room,” said owner Don Dickson. “Now everything is done by magic in the computer.” However, some things remain the same. “It’s all about getting photographs from lighting onto a piece of paper,” Don said. “Weddings still have a bride and groom, high schools still have teams, and students still graduate.” Raised in Plainview, Don has been fascinated by photography since the sixth grade and was the photographer for his junior high and high school yearbooks. While digital cameras allow photographers to go outside more easily, Don said that in the Panhandle, they have a small season in which to shoot. “Industry-wide, there are not as many portrait studios as there were, but I’m glad to still have a studio, to still be able to create in the studio. When it comes to creating the images, a beautiful expression will always be the key to a beautiful portrait.” Don was one of the driving forces behind a world photographic cup involving 32 countries. In this, the third year, 42 countries will be involved. “It has grown pretty fast, and it all started here in Plainview, Texas,” he said. While different countries have different photographic styles, “Good lighting and good posing is still universal,” Don said.

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Don Dickson Photography employs two full-time and one part-time employees. “I’m excited that I’ve been able to spend my career in Plainview, and look forward to an exciting future creating even more great portraits” Don said.

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Best Farm and Ranch Ag Chemical Dealer Gold: Plainview Farm Chemical 2175 County Road 806-288-3511 Silver: Tri Star 1515 Industrial Blvd. 806-291-8784

Auctioneer Gold: Larry McNutt Silver: Five Star 1046 S. Interstate 27 806-296-0379

Center Pivot Dealer Gold: Valley Ag 1005 Mesa Drive 806-291-9300 Silver: South Plains Irrigation 1408 S. Interstate 27 806-288-1597

Cotton Gin Gold: Service Gin 1506 E. 24th St. 806-296-6878 Silver: St. Community Gin 8495 FM 145 Kress 806-684-2260

Elevator Gold: Producers Coop 301 E. Missouri St., Floydada 806-983-2821 Silver: Attebury Grain 415 E. 11th St. 806-293-2643

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Farm & Ranch Supplies Gold: Gebo’s 2803 Olton Road 806-293-4212 Silver: Tractor Supply 1001 N. Interstate 27 806-293-5310

Farm Fuel Dealer Gold: All Star Fuel 1107 Walter Griffin St. 806-296-6353 Silver: United Farm 405 E. 24th St. 806-293-5103

Implement Mechanic Gold: Cody Jenkins/Jenkins Automotive 1205 S. Interstate 27 806-293-0337

Irrigation Supplier Gold: S. Plain Irrigation 1408 S. Interstate 27 806-288-1597 Silver: Valley Ag Highway 70, Olton 806-285-2648