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Welcome to the 2023 Manistee News Advocate Readers’ Choice Awards!

As you can already see, we’ve made some changes. We wanted to give you a publication that is truly special and reflects the character of the community. We hope you like it!

We had another year of very high voter turnout with the great people of the Manistee community voting for the businesses and professionals they love the most. This resulted in an extremely competitive year.

The winning businesses listed in these pages are truly the best of the best. It is our privilege to be able to honor them and recognize the services they provide.

But before we get to the winners, The Manistee News Advocate wants to give a HUGE thank you to all of our readers. Simply put, without you this magazine would not be possible. Your continued support, and the time you invested in voting for your favorite businesses and people in each category, is appreciated. Our local businesses take a lot of pride in serving you and they appreciate your vote of confidence!

This magazine goes far beyond

listing winners and finalists, however. It also serves as a resource for our community to help you discover the best places to eat, the top doctors and medical facilities to use and the outstanding professionals who provide services in the Manistee area. You can use this magazine all year long, with confidence, knowing that people just like you have endorsed these local businesses.

To all the winners and finalists, on behalf of the Manistee News Advocate and our readers, I’d like to extend a very warm and hearty CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for helping make Manistee such a special community to do business in.

We hope you enjoy the 2023 Reader’s Choice Awards!

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Automotive Services Pages 6-7

Business & Professional Services Pages 8-11

Health & Fitness Pages 12-15

Home Services Pages 16-21

People Pages 22-25

Places Pages 26-29

Restaurant Food & Beverage Pages 30-37

Shopping Pages 38-44

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Just about everyone needs automotive services at some point, particularly in a car-centric community like Manistee County.

And our community has no shortage of places to take your vehicle for maintenance or repair, from detailing businesses to oil

change specialists to car washes to dealerships.

During the warm summer months, you may have been able to “coast” a little in terms of upkeep on your car. But now that winter and frigid weather are here, it’s probably time to make sure your tires, brakes,

engine, etc. are ready for the wear and tear of a Michigan winter.

So, consider the award-winning businesses in this category as destinations for your next car service appointment.

Thank You for voting for us!

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Best Builder for Remodeling • Best Home Builder Best New Home Builder • Best Remodeling Contractor Thank you for your votes for: Construction Company • Fencing Contractor

We appreciate your support!

New Homes • Additions • Mason & Concrete Work 1751 Frost Road | Manistee, MI 49660 231.723.5940 | Curtis Luomala, Owner - Licensed & Insured

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Auto Accessories

Auto Parts Store

Place for an Oil Change

WINNER WINNER n Tweaked Performance n Thirlby

WINNER n Tweaked Performance

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Auto Body Shop

Automotive Repair

Tire Shops

WINNER n Linke’s Body Shop

WINNER WINNER n Tweaked Performance n Manistee Tire

& Fabrication LLC

• Linke’s Body Shop • Van’s Auto

FINALISTS

• Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC • Parkdale Auto Sales & Service

Auto Dealership Service Department WINNER n Tweaked Performance

& Fabrication LLC

FINALISTS

• Watson’s Manistee Chrysler • Manistee Chevrolet

Auto Detailer WINNER n Memory Lane

Detaling

FINALISTS

• Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC • Victorian City Car Port

Automotive

• Auto Value of Manistee • Advance Auto Parts

& Fabrication LLC

FINALISTS

• Gremore Garage LLC • Northstar Automotive

Brake Shop

& Fabrication LLC

• Gremore Garage LLC • Van’s Auto

Service

FINALISTS

• Parkdale Auto Sales & Service • Auto Service Center of Manistee

Towing Service

WINNER n Tweaked Performance WINNER n Omar’s Towing

& Fabrication LLC

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

• Manistee Tire Service • Van’s Auto

• Van’s Towing Manistee • Corey’s Big Dog Towing

New Car Dealership

Used Car Dealership

WINNER n Watson’s Manistee

WINNER n Parkdale Auto

Chrysler

FINALIST

• Manistee Chevrolet

New Car Salesperson WINNER n Robby Girven -

Northstar Automotive

FINALISTS

• Nate - Manistee Ford • Eric Cram - Bill Marsh

Sales & Service

FINALISTS

• Watson’s Manistee Chrysler • Victorian City Car Port Inc

Used Car Salesperson WINNERS n Anna Foster-Smith n Joel Mackey -

Victorian City Car Port

FINALIST

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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When certain tasks seem to be over your head, it’s great to know that skilled professionals are ready to handle them.

Whether through your business or in your personal life, you may need the services of a real estate agent,

an accountant, an attorney, an architect, an insurance agent or any of the other myriad of professional services found in the Manistee area.

These individuals have trained long and hard to become licensed and certified, and now they work

hard to win your business in competition with their peers.

So, check out the award winners in the category and keep them in mind the next time you are in need of expert assistance.

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Accountant or Accounting Firm WINNER n Krista McDougall

- Richards & McDougall CPA

Children’s Daycare

Funeral Home

WINNER n Keebler Kid Care

WINNER n Terwilliger

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Ms. Melany’s Daycare Great Beginnings Bear Lake

FINALISTS

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Michael Thompson Michael Thompson & Associates, PC Richards & McDougall, PC

Appliance Repair WINNER n Precision Appliance •

Comfort Center Manistee

Attorney or Law Firm WINNER n Les Van Alstine Krolczyk & Quinn George Saylor

Bank WINNER n West Shore Bank FINALISTS

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Huntington Bank PNC Bank

WINNER n West Shore

Community College

FINALISTS

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Ferris State University Northwestern Michigan College

Credit Union WINNER n Filer Credit Union FINALISTS

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Safe Harbor Credit Union West Michigan Credit Union

Dance Teacher or Dance Studio WINNERS n Conservatory

of Dance

FINALIST

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Alissa Solberg Conservatory of Dance

Barber or Barber Shop

Financial Services

WINNER n Kirstyn Krolczyk -

WINNER n Metro Mortgage

Beyond the Mirror

FINALISTS

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J. Catlett and Company Kirstyn O’Dell Beyond the Mirror

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College/University

FINALISTS

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Service

FINALIST

Funeral Home

FINALISTS

Herbert Funeral Home Bennett-Barz Funeral Home

Golf Course WINNER n Manistee Golf

& Country Club

FINALISTS

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Manistee National Golf and Resort Wolf River Golf Park

Hotel WINNER n The Ramsdell Inn FINALISTS

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Little River Casino Resort Manistee Inn & Marina

Insurance Agent or Insurance Agency WINNER n Mary Sturdevant,

State Farm Insurance

FINALISTS

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Zack Bialik Smith & Eddy Duchon Insurance, Manistee, MI

Group

FINALISTS

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West Shore Bank Filer Credit Union

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Investment Firm

Non-profit

WINNER n Edward Jones -

WINNER WINNER n Manistee Friendship n Theresa

Financial Advisor: Zach Reau

FINALISTS

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Callesen Wealth Management Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Brian Postma

Loan Officer WINNER n Katie Oviedo -

Metro Mortgage

FINALISTS

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Mary Kaye Wilkosz West Shore Bank Caliber Home Loans

Society

FINALISTS

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Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center Music Sparks Meaning

Pest Control WINNER n Action Termite &

Pest Control

FINALISTS

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Jus Green Lawn & Pest Control Wildlife Control ABS Wildlife Control Service

Pet Boarding Kennel Mortgage Company WINNER n Metro Mortgage

Group

FINALISTS

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Filer Credit Union Caliber Home Loans Manistee

Nail Salon/Nail Tech WINNER n Tina - Nails 2000 FINALISTS

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Darlene Diep - Nails 2000 Mandy - Angel Nails

Photographer

WINNER n Kim’s Bed and

Biscuits

FINALIST

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West Wind Stables

Buckingham

FINALISTS

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LeGalley Photography Kyle Ray Photography

Preschool WINNER n Four Stars

Brethren

FINALISTS

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Great Beginnings Bear Lake MAPS

Real Estate Agency WINNER n Lighthouse Realty

Manistee

FINALISTS

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Dwelling Realty KW Northern Michigan City2Shore Port City Associates (Manistee)

Pet Groomer or Pet Grooming

Real Estate Agent

WINNER n The Groomery

WINNER n Nicole Estes - Irons

FINALISTS

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Barkin Bandit Best N Show

FINALISTS

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Leah Gannon Lighthouse Realty Emmersyn Sheaks City2shore

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Stylist or Beauty Salon​

Title Company​

WINNER n Jessica Miller -

WINNER n Lighthouse Title

Harold’s Hair Loft

FINALISTS

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Kirstyn Krolczyk - Beyond the Mirror Beyond the Mirror

FINALISTS

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Talon Group Title Agency Searchlight Title Services LLC

Tax Preparer

Veterinarian or Veterinarian Clinic​

WINNER n Krista McDougall

WINNER n Laura Betts -

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Michael Thompson & Associates, PC Heather Cameron

Parkdale Veterinary Wellness Center

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Manistee Veterinary Hospital Irons Animal Hospital

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Looking to stay healthy and get fit? Luckily, Manistee County has options to choose from.

Many people in Manistee have made it a career for themselves to be a caring, respected doctor for residents and families. Others specialize in certain fields, such as

cardiovascular health.

Dentists are in plentiful supply in the area, with several dental offices to keep your family’s teeth healthy. People have choices for orthodontists, too.

Perhaps someone needs mental health treatment in the city. Luckily,

plenty of therapists operate here to meet that need.

Gyms also exist to help someone keep their fitness goals. Or perhaps you want to try out supplements and other health remedies, something that is also available in Manistee.

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FOR VOTING US BEST ASPHALT CONTRACTOR!

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Thank you for entrusting us with all your asphalt paving and maintenance needs.

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H E A LT H & F I T N E S S Assisted Living WINNER n Nancy’s House FINALISTS

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Green Acres Manistee Manistee County Medical Care Facility

Dermatologist or Dermatologist Practice​ WINNER n Dr. Richley & Tru

North

FINALISTS

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Children’s Dentist or Practice​ • WINNER n Geoff Paine, DDS FINALISTS

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Boyer Family Dentistry, PLLC Honest Dental

Chiropractor or Chiropractic Practice WINNER n Christa Johnson,

DC, CAACP, Johnson Adult & Pediatric Chiropractic

FINALISTS

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Hybza Chiropractic Dr. Kim Anderson Boehm Family Chiropractic

Counseling Services WINNER n Dawn Madsen

Stephanie Neider MD Manistee Dermatology Laurel Leithauser, MD - The Skin Cancer and Dermatology Center

Emergency Care Center/ Urgent Care WINNER n Wellston Medical

Center

Jennifer Sielski Michelle Ganss, LMSW, LLC

Dentist or Dental Practice WINNER n Water’s Edge

Dentistry

FINALISTS

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High Tech Dental Amanda Beck, DDS

WINNER n Hospice of

Michigan

FINALIST

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Munson Hospice

Hospital WINNER n Corewell Health

Ludington Hospital

FINALISTS

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Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital McLaren Central Michigan

FINALISTS

Independent Living/ Retirement Community

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WINNER n Green Acres

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Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital

Family Doctor or Family Practice WINNER n Wellston

Medical Center

FINALISTS

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Danielle Olson-Basora, MD Maxine Lipon, DO Crystal Lake Clinic

FINALISTS

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Hospice

Manistee

FINALISTS

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Maple Ridge Manor Moore Living Connections

Massage Therapy WINNER n Myra Lautner L.M.T. FINALISTS

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Anita Shaffer - Black Lotus Salon & Wellness Black Lotus Salon & Wellness

Gym/Fitness Center

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WINNER n Manistee Health

Medical Supplies

& Fitness

Finalists • America’s Fitness Center • Harbor Village Fitness Center

WINNER n CareLinc Medical

Equipment & Supply

FINALIST

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H E A LT H & F I T N E S S Nurse Practitioner

Orthopedic Surgeon

Physician Assistant

WINNER n Jordan Warnsholz

WINNER n Dr. Mark DeAngelo -

WINNER n Jordan Warnsholz

PA-C

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital

FINALISTS

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Faith Kelley, FNP Cassie Guenthardt, NP

Nursing Homes or Skilled Nursing Facility WINNER n Nancy’s House FINALISTS

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Green Acres Manistee The Maples

FINALISTS

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Pediatrician or Pediatrician Practice WINNER n Tracy Robinson, NP FINALISTS

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OB/GYN WINNER n Stephanie

Fitzgerald, DO

FINALISTS

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Dr. Marian Fuller Dr. Ronald R. Joanette, MD

Dr. Eric Lerche, DO Robert L Barry MD

WINNER n Meijer FINALISTS

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Leah Peterson Family Fare

WINNER n Coastal Woods

WINNER n Jordan Moriarty -

Dynamic Physical Therapy

FINALISTS

Riemer Eye Center Pamela Lynch Coastal Woods Vision

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FINALISTS

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Sally Somsel Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Kevin Tabaczka

Katie Dye - Munson Manistee Primary Care Jesse Keson, MSN, RN, NP-C

Registered Nurse WINNER n Lydia Pant

Manistee

FINALISTS

Pharmacist or Pharmacy​

Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy

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FINALISTS

• Dr. Jenna Reinick Dr. Michael Stargardt Munson Manistee Pediatrics •

Optometrist or Optometry Practice

Vision

PA-C

Hilary Edmondson Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Jenna Stulz - Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital

Surgeon WINNER n Vince Ulep -

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital

FINALISTS

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Dr. Hannah Dobrzelewski Advanced Foot & Ankle Centers Dr. Rialson - Advance Foot and Ankle Clinic

Yoga Studio WINNER n Mary Paine FINALISTS

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Yoga Fitness Center Manistee Health & Fitness

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We thank the community for all their votes and support.

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HOME SERVICES

Manistee County has homeowners, landlords and renters covered when it comes to home services.

Those looking to build their own dream home have a plethora of award-winning construction companies that serve the area.

Professionals are on hand to provide essential services and supplies for work related to plumbing, electricity, roofing and

septic maintenance.

Those looking to improve their home’s interior aesthetics from carpets and windows to kitchen renovations and interior decorating have a wide range of options available.

If outside work is needed, residents don’t have to go far to get assistance with fencing, lawn care, installing decks and patios, cleaning and maintaining gutters or laying

Thank you for voting us Best Garden Center & Greenhouse for plants in Manistee County.

Pleasanton Valley Greenhouses

concrete or asphalt for driveways.

Manistee area residents can keep their properties as “safe as houses,” with trustworthy companies that are ready to help with storage, keep entry points secure and perform home inspections.

For more information about winners, visit www.manisteenews. com/readerschoice.

Thank you for voting Dr. Kim Anderson as a finalist for Best Chiropractor!

We appreciate your votes!

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HOME SERVICES Asphalt Contractor​

Deck & Patio Contractor

Garage Door​

WINNER n Brian’s Superior

WINNER n Affordable Quality

WINNER n Hallzy

Sealcoating

Construction (AQC)

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Ron Brown & Sons Asphalt Team Elmer’s Concrete

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Schafer Construction Company LLC L&K Maintenance

Builder for Remodeling​

Electrician

WINNER n Curtis Smith

WINNER n Kevin - Alberts

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Construction

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Schafer Construction Company LLC Young’s Construction LLC

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Scott Smejkal TopLine Electric Krolczyk Electric

Excavating Contractor​

WINNER n Team Elmer’s

WINNER n Swidorski Brothers

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Jason Thompson Landscape and Design Action Termite & Pest Control

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Excavating

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Anthony’s Outdoor Services, LLC Forbes Sanitation & Excavating

North View Window & Door L&K Maintenance

Heating and Air Conditioning WINNER n O’Brien’s Heating

Cooling and Refrigeration LLC

Electric

Concrete Contractor​

Concrete

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Hopwoods Heating & Cooling Got Your Six Heating & Cooling

Home Builder WINNER n Curtis Smith

Construction

FINALISTS

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Young’s Construction LLC Schafer Construction Company LLC

Construction Company

Fencing Contractor

Kitchen Cabinets

WINNER n Young’s

WINNER n Schafer

WINNER n Affordable Quality

Construction LLC

Construction Company LLC

FINALISTS

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Curtis Smith Construction Schafer Construction Company LLC

FINALISTS

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Straight Fence Curtis Smith Construction, LLC

Construction (AQC)

FINALISTS

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Linke Lumber L&K Maintenance

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HOME SERVICES Landscaper

Place for Home Decorating

Siding Contractor

WINNER n Jason Thompson

WINNER n Wellnested

WINNER n Affordable Quality

Landscape and Design

FINALISTS

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DLS Outdoor Carl’s Lawn Care

Lawn Care WINNER n Jason Thompson

Landscape and Design

FINALISTS

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Construction (AQC)

FINALISTS

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Redeemed Furniture Art & Decor Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

FINALISTS

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Young’s Construction LLC Schafer Construction Company LLC

Plumber

Small Engine Repair

WINNER n Josh - J&J Plumbing

WINNER n Rapid Repair

FINALISTS

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L&K Maintenance Carl’s Lawn Care

Eric Andersen - Andersen Plumbing & Heating Pat Stedman Personal Plumbing

Propane​

Small Engine

FINALISTS

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Jay’s Small Engine

Snowplowing​ WINNER n Ryan Pratte -

Lawn Care Equipment Sales & Services

WINNER n Fischer LP Gas

WINNER n Rapid Repair

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Remodeling Contractor

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WINNER n Curtis Smith

Tree Service

Small Engine

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DLS Outdoor Grand Rental Station

New Home Builder​ WINNER n Curtis Smith

Construction

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Blarney Castle Ferrellgas

Construction

FINALISTS

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Schafer Construction Company LLC Young’s Construction LLC

FINALISTS

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Young’s Construction LLC Schafer Construction Company LLC

Roofing Contractor WINNER n Affordable Quality

Construction (AQC)

FINALISTS

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Bob’s Roofing Company, Inc.

Pratte’s Pro Lawn LLC

FINALISTS

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Jus Green Lawn & Pest Control Anthony’s Outdoor Services, LLC

WINNER n AJ’s Tree Removal FINALISTS

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Mark Thompson Tree & Stump Removal LLC DLS Outdoor

Window Contractor WINNER n North View

Window & Door

FINALISTS

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L&K Maintenance LLC

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C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S

Thank you for voting Zack Bialik Finalist Best Insurance Agent!

We appreciate your votes!

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PEOPLE

Manistee County has no shortage of notable people in the community, from public servants and educators to performers and entertainers.

Residents can count on a plethora of first responders who are ready to go above and beyond to help those in need. Firefighters and police officers among the first on the scene, ready to offer aid in difficult situations.

Young Manistee County residents can receive a quality education from preschool to the 12th grade, thanks to Bear Lake Schools, CASMAN Academy, Kaleva Norman Disckson Schools, Manistee Area Public Schools, Manistee Catholic Central and Onekama Consolidated Schools.

While several teachers go beyond the curriculum to make a positive impact on their students’ education, coaches continue the excellence outside of the classroom, some volunteering their time to coach different schools.

There is no limit to the impact of local organizations who serve the community at large as well as special focus areas, thanks to volunteers’ hard work. Within the area, religious groups often stretch beyond the confines of their buildings and work to better the community through outreach.

Music groups and individual performers have a wide selection of venues to choose from in the city,

including the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, multiple summer concert series and local bars and restaurants. Depending on the occasion, local music lovers can enjoy live performances that span musical genres from jazz and choral arrangements to funk and country.

Manistee keeps connected by using various methods. Individuals, businesses and events use social media platforms to inform residents about what’s going on in the community in entertaining ways.

For more information about winners, visit www.manisteenews. com/readerschoice.

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PEOPLE Best Person to Follow on Social Media​ WINNER n James Beaudrie -

Manistee Beverage Company

FINALISTS

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Gini Pelton Paula Laws - Cash Mob Manistee County

Coach WINNER n Corey VanFleet

Manistee Swim Coach

FINALISTS

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Justin Sedelmaier Onekama Football Sam Mullett Bear Lake Football

Fire Fighter

Teacher K-12

WINNER n Kevin Ware - Filer

WINNER n Melissa Wardie -

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WINNER n Kaitlin Kubiskey

Onekama

FINALISTS

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Gail Witkowski Janelle Ware - Filer

Colin VanVoorst Onekama Township

Local Musician WINNER n Nick Veine FINALISTS

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Tim Krause Howard Wilson

Police Officer WINNER n Chris Franckowiak -

FINALISTS

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Doug VanSickle- Manistee City Police Department Jeremiah Haner - Manistee City Police Department

Kelsey Kosiboski Bear Lake Laura Cameron - Manistee Catholic Central

Volunteer WINNER n Robby Girven,

Brethren

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Manistee City Police • Department

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EMT

Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools

FINALISTS

Amber Sedelmaier, Onekama Justin Sedelmaier, Onekama

Worship Leader WINNER n David Hoeflinger,

The Tabernacle

Preschool Teacher​

FINALISTS

WINNER n Crystal Harthun -

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4-Star Preschool

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Rev Liz Hoy - First Congregational Church Pastor Dave Taylor Kaleva Bible Church

FINALISTS

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Lindsey Nowak - Bear Lake Krystal Magee - Brethren

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Thank you for voting Safe Harbor one of your favorite credit unions!

Member. Owner.

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PLACES

These places are near, but they’ll take you far: from walking trails to wedding venues, holiday necessities and everyday needs.

Not to mention, people travel to visit our various tourist attractions.

Not only do we have the views, but we have offerings for any occasion.

Residents can look no further for a place to volunteer or spend the night out. Oh, the places you’ll go after checking out these local

destinations!

For more information about winners, visit www.manisteenews. com/readerschoice.

Thank you for voting TJ’s Pub as Best Appetizer, Happy Hour, Outdoor Dining, Place for a Mixed Drink, Salad & Sandwich.

Congratulations to Tate Aultman, finalist for Best Waiter!

Thank you for voting The Ramsell Inn as Best Hotel!

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231-398-9174

399 River Street, Manistee

(Located in the Lower Level of The Historic Ramsdell Inn) Must qualify for membership. Federally Insured by NCUA.

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PLACES Best Place to Follow on Social Media WINNER n Beyond the Mirror FINALISTS

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Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Business with Friendly Employees WINNER n Beyond the Mirror

Family Fun Night

Most Unique Business

WINNER n The Purple Paintbrush

WINNER n The Purple

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Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Black Lotus Salon & Wellness

WINNER n The Purple Paintbrush FINALISTS

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Company, LLC.

FINALISTS

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The Purple Paintbrush Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Day Trip WINNER n Clean Lines Tattoo

Company, LLC

FINALISTS

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Magoon Creek Natural Area Manistee National Golf & Resort

FINALISTS

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Port City Emporium Third Coast Boutique

Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

New Business WINNER n Bellsprouts FINALISTS

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Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Black Lotus Salon & Wellness

Local Event WINNER n Victorian Sleighbell

Parade & Old Christmas Weekend

Date Night WINNER n Clean Lines Tattoo

Vogue Theatre Striketown

Girl’s or Guys Night Out

FINALISTS

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Paintbrush

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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International Overdose Awareness Day Forest Trail Music Festival

Outdoor Activity WINNER n Blue Collar Charter

and Guide Service

FINALISTS

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Forest Trail Music Festival Pickleball

Local Water Activity Spot

Place to Buy a Christmas Tree

WINNER n First Street Beach

WINNER n Calvin Lutz Farms

FINALISTS

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The Big Manistee River Seng’s Marina

FINALISTS

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Osborn’s Sport Shop Duddles Tree Farm

Locally Owned Business WINNER

Beyond the Mirror FINALISTS

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Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Tweaked Performance & Fabrication LLC

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PLACES Place to Celebrate a Birthday WINNER n The Purple

Paintbrush

FINALISTS

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Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Little River Casino Resort

Place to Volunteer

Playground

WINNER n Manistee County

WINNER n Lighthouse Park

Humane Society

FINALISTS

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Blessings in a Backpack Manistee, MI St. Joe Food Pantry

Place to Work Place to Take Out of Town Visitors WINNER

Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC.

WINNER n CentraWellness FINALISTS

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FINALISTS

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The Purple Paintbrush Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Place to take your Kids on a Rainy Day WINNER n The Purple

Paintbrush

FINALISTS

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Vogue Theatre Alpine Chocolat Haus

Packaging Corporation of America Manistee County Central Dispatch

Place to Worship WINNER n The Tabernacle -

Manistee Campus

FINALISTS

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Summer Camp WINNER n Portage Lake

Bible Camp

FINALISTS

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Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church First Congregational Church

Armory Youth Project Camp Crystal Frankfort

Veteran Owned Business WINNER n Docs Sauble River

Inn

FINALISTS

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FINALISTS

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Rocket Park Maxwelltown Park

Third Coast Boutique Got Your Six Heating & Cooling

Wedding Venue WINNER n DontzFarm FINALISTS

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Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts Manistee National Golf & Resort

Youth Sports Club WINNER n Armory Youth

Project

FINALISTS

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Manistee Recreation Association Manistee Swim Team

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Krista D. McDougall, CPA A fresh approach to accounting and financial management.

2023 READERS’

CHOICE

AWARDS THANK YOU FOR VOTING US WINNER IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

PHARMACIST OR PHARMACY THANK YOU FOR VOTING US FINALIST IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

CAKE SHOP PLACE TO BUY CARRYOUT WINE SUSHI

Thank you Manistee for your support in 2023!

Stay safe and healthy!

Thank you for voting us Best Accountant & Tax Preparer!

When it comes to accounting, taxes and business consulting, you need a partner you can trust.

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RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE Manistee has an array of dining options to satisfy anyone’s appetites or quell a parched throat.

Reader’s Choice will highlight the local food scene here in Manistee County. Residents could start out with a fish fry or a pizzeria. Or perhaps they could stop by places to

grab a sandwich.

Manistee County residents don’t have to leave the city to get a taste of global cuisine, and anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth could stop by bake shops or ice cream parlors.

Finally, those looking for a drink

can also find options. Whether someone needs a morning pick-meup at a coffee shop or an unwinding social gathering at any of the Manistee bars or breweries, there is something to satisfy their parched throats.

Thank you for voting us Best Assisted Living and Best Skilled Nursing Facility.

Love • Kindness Compassion

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R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Appetizer Menu

Bar Menu

Cake Shop

WINNER n TJ’s Pub

WINNER n The Painted Lady

WINNER n Bake My Day

Saloon

FINALISTS

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Chopo’s Northside Bar Bungalow Inn

FINALISTS

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Chopo’s Northside Bar Traks Bar & Grill

Asian Restaurant

Barista

WINNER n China Buffet

WINNER n Biggby Coffee

FINALISTS

• •

Fusion Da J Wok

Natalie Koon

FINALISTS

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Heather Schram Port City Brew Elizabeth Kemp P & L Sammich Barista

Bakery

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WINNER n The Daily

Bartender

BakeHouse

FINALISTS

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Orchard Market Two Slices

Bang for your Buck WINNER n The Painted Lady

Saloon

FINALISTS

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Loyal Order of Moose

Bar Winner

n Chopo’s

Northside Bar

FINALISTS

• •

Traks Bar & Grill Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Gourmet Baked Goods to Order

WINNER n Janelle Ware -

The Painted Lady Saloon

FINALISTS

• •

Carry Out WINNER n Big Al’S Pizza FINALISTS

• •

Meghan Miller - Docs Caitlin - El Toro Latin Cuisine

Buffet

Two Slices P & L Sammich Barista

Casual Dining WINNER n Bungalow Inn FINALISTS

• •

FINALISTS

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Meijer Sweet Baked Bliss

The Painted Lady Saloon Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Caterer WINNER n Zupin’s Catering

FINALISTS WINNER n El Toro Latin Cuisine • Dannee Hoffman FINALISTS

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Big Lake Buffet

Burgers WINNER n Chopo’s

Northside Bar

FINALISTS

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P & L Sammich Barista Jailhouse Bar

Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion

Chicken Wings WINNER n Chopo’s Northside

Bar

FINALISTS

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Traks Bar & Grill The Hof Bar & Grill

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R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Children’s Birthday

Cookie

Dinner for $15 or under

WINNER n The Purple

WINNER n Sugar Momma

WINNER n The Painted Lady

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Children’s Menu

Cupcakes

Donuts

WINNER n The Painted Lady

WINNER n Bake My Day

WINNER n Wesco

Paintbrush

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The Outsider Downtown Delights

Saloon

Cookies

• •

Gourmet Baked Goods

FINALISTS

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Fricano’s Manistee River

The Daily BakeHouse Two Slices

FINALISTS

• •

The Daily BakeHouse Holesome Bites

Chili

Curbside

WINNER n Chopo’s

WINNER n Grille 44

Northside Bar

FINALIST

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P & L Sammich Barista

Coffee Shop WINNER n Biggby Coffee FINALISTS

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Port City Brew P & L Sammich Barista

Cook/Chef WINNER n Gil - Northern

Natural Cider House

FINALISTS

• •

Ashley Tyndall - Docs Tammy Tacey The Hof Bar & Grill

FINALISTS

• •

The Painted Lady Saloon P & L Sammich Barista

Delivery WINNER n Big Al’S Pizza FINALISTS

• •

AJ’S Pizzeria Two Slices

Dessert WINNER n Alpine

Chocolat Haus

FINALISTS

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The Glenwood P & L Sammich Barista

Saloon

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Diner 31

FINALISTS

• •

Orchard Market Trinity Lutheran Church Donut Wagon

Fish Fry WINNER n The Painted Lady

Saloon

FINALISTS

• •

Chopo’s Northside Bar Traks Bar & Grill

French Fries WINNER n North Channel

Brewing Co.

FINALISTS

• •

Diner 31 The Hof Bar & Grill

Fried Chicken WINNER n The Painted Lady

Saloon

FINALISTS

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Traks Bar & Grill Two Slices

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Thank You!!!

The Matthew 25:35 pantry is so appreciative to everyone that voted us The Best Place to Volunteer.

St. Joseph Church started the pantry in 2013 with the goal tto alleviate hunger in Manistee County.

Keeping our doors open would not have been possible without the man many wonderful people, who volunteered their time to serve their fellow brothers and sist sisters.

Thank you to all!

If you are in need of food assistance or are interested in volunteering please call Michelle at 510-5888 249 6th St. Manistee (in the Parish Center building behind St. Joseph Catholic Church)

Auto Value of Manistee Corner of River St. and US-31 Mon. - Fri. 7:30 - 6:00 Saturday 8 - 5 • Sunday 10 - 3

(231) 398-2976

Thank you for voting us one of the Best Auto Parts Store in Manistee County.

Thank you for voting Dr. Hybza Best Chiropractor!

Serving Manistee for over 30 years.

• Chiropractic • Massage Therapy • Whole Food Supplements 231.723.7743 331 Fourth Street Manistee, MI Edward P. Hybza, D.C. Readers’ Choice Awards | 33

R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Happy Hour

Local Beer

New Restaurant

WINNER n TJ’s Pub

WINNER n Third Life Brewing

WINNER n The Golden Stag

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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The Hof Bar & Grill North Channel Brewing Co.

Hot Dog WINNER n Detroit Coney

Cart

FINALISTS

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Traks Bar & Grill

• •

Northern Natural Cider House & Winery North Channel Brewing Co.

Lunch Spot WINNER n Bungalow Inn FINALISTS

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Two Slices P & L Sammich Barista

Ice Cream/Yogurt

Lunch under $10

WINNERS n Alpine

WINNER n Big Al’S Pizza

Chocolat Haus

FINALISTS

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Ohana Shave Ice

Kid-friendly Restaurant WINNER n A&W FINALISTS

FINALISTS

• •

P & L Sammich Barista A&W Restaurant

Meat Market WINNER n Dublin

General Store

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Amigos Mexican Restaurant

Outdoor Dining/Patio WINNER n TJ’s Pub FINALISTS

• •

Northern Natural Cider House & Winery The Outsider

Pizza WINNER n Big Al’S Pizza FINALISTS

• •

Northern Natural Cider House & Winery AJ’s Pizzeria

Place to Buy Carryout Beer WINNER n Manistee Beverage

Company

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

• •

Late Night Eats

Mexican

Place to Buy Carryout Wine

WINNER n Little River

WINNER n Amigos Mexican

WINNER n Manistee Beverage

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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•

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P & L Sammich Barista Diner 31

Casino Resort

FINALISTS

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El Toro Latin Cuisine Stu’s Pub Inc

• •

M-55 Market Larry’s Grocery

Restaurant

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Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion El Toro Latin Cuisine

Quencher’s Corner LLC Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

Company

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Northern Natural Cider House & Winery Meijer

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R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Place to Buy Deli Meat and Cheese WINNER n Dublin General

Store

FINALISTS

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Family Fare Orchard Lane Country Store

Place to buy Meat WINNER n Dublin General

Store

FINALISTS

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Place to buy Produce

Place to buy Steak

WINNER n Z&N Farm, LLC

WINNER n Dublin

General Store

FINALISTS

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Orchard Market Manistee Farmers Market

FINALISTS

• •

M-55 Market Family Fare

Place to Buy Seafood

Places for Mixed Drinks

WINNER n Bortells

WINNER n TJ’s Pub

Fisheries

FINALISTS

• •

M-55 Market Family Fare

Ludington Meat Company Larry’s Grocery

FINALISTS

• •

Bluefish Kitchen + Bar Geno’s Sports Bar And Grill

Dr. Liz Kauffman, DVM Manistee, MI

Manistee, MI THANK YOU FOR NOMINATING AND VOTING FOR US FOR BEST PLACE TO WORK!

Thank you for voting us Finalist Best Veterinarian/ Veterinarian Clinic ! www.ironsanimalhospital.com www 11169 N M37 • Irons MI 231-862-3113

Thank You For Voting Us 1st Place Winner for Place To Volunteer!

Norm & Staff thank you for voting us Best Florist Shop in Manistee County!

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R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Restaurant

Restaurant for Steak

Sandwich

WINNER n Bungalow Inn

WINNER n The Glenwood

WINNER n TJ’s Pub

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Restaurant for Friendly Service

Romantic Dinner

WINNER n Bungalow Inn

WINNER n The Glenwood

• •

P & L Sammich Barista AJ’s Pizzeria

FINALISTS

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P & L Sammich Barista El Toro Latin Cuisine

Restaurant for Home Cooking WINNER n The Painted Lady

Saloon

FINALISTS

• •

Chopo’s Northside Bar Diner 31

Restaurant for Seafood/Fish WINNER n Bortells Fisheries FINALISTS

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Bluefish Kitchen + Bar The Painted Lady Saloon

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Bluefish Kitchen + Bar Manistee National Golf & Resort

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Two Slices P & L Sammich Barista

Selection WINNER n Bungalow Inn FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Salad

Soup

WINNER n TJ’s Pub

WINNER n The Painted Lady

• •

The Golden Stag Bluefish Kitchen + Bar

Saloon

FINALISTS

• •

Bungalow Inn Jailhouse Bar

TJ’s Pub Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

FINALISTS

• •

P & L Sammich Barista Lakeside Cafe

Sports Bar WINNER n Chopo’s Northside

Bar

FINALISTS

• •

Little River Casino Resort Stu’s Pub Inc

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R E S TAU RA N T F O O D & B E V E RAG E Sushi

Waiter/Waitress

WINNER n China Buffet

WINNER n Kendra O’Dell -

Bungalow Inn

FINALISTS

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Meijer The Fusion

FINALISTS

• •

Vegan/Vegetarian WINNER n Lake Gulls

Wine Menu

Concessions & Rentals

WINNER n Northern Natural

Cider House & Winery

FINALISTS

• •

Two Slices Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

FINALISTS

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Mark Thompson Tree and Stump Removal 231-864-2671 Voted finalist for Best Tree Service Company!

Thank you for your Votes!

Auto Service Center WE APPRECIATE ALL OF THE

COMMUNITY’S VOTES! 414 Parkdale • Manistee

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Tate Aultman - TJ’S pub Kelsey Sullivan - Manistee National Golf and Resort

Manistee Beverage Company TJ’s Pub 132 Monroe Street, Manistee (231) 299-3022

STOP IN AND TRY OUR WINGS AND BURGERS THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST IN 5 CATEGORIES!

Best Bar • Best Burger Best Chicken Wings • Best Chili Best Sports Bar

2023 READERS’

CHOICE

AWARDS

Thank you for your votes for Restaurant for Home Cooking, Fish Fry, Appetizer Menu & Bar Menu!

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY FOR ALL YOUR VOTES IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: BUILDER FOR REMODELING • FINALIST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY • WINNER HOME BUILDER • FINALIST NEW HOME BUILDER • FINALIST REMODELING CONTRACTOR • FINALIST SIDING CONTRACTOR • FINALIST

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SHOPPING

Retail shops abound in local downtowns.

From Manistee to Bear Lake and Onekama, our region does not come up short when it comes to offering a diverse set of stop and shops.

There are boutiques and storefronts with products from jewelry to outdoor gear.

While online businesses welcomed virtual customers throughout the pandemic, our brick-and-mortar

businesses have continuously adapted to various customer’s needs.

For more information about winners, visit www.manisteenews. com/readerschoice.

Thank you for voting us best place to buy a mattress in Manistee County!

Thank You For Voting Us 1st Place! Best Non-Profit!

We appreciate your votes!

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Residential and commercial design, building and restoration.

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Congratulations Melissa Wardie!

1st Place Winner - Teacher K-12!

231.723.8683

zupincatering.com Booking weddings for2024!

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Best Caterer! terer!

Thank you for voting us the top propane place in the area.

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SHOPPING Boutiques

Discount Store

Garden Center/ Plants

WINNER n Port City Emporium

WINNER n Bellsprouts

WINNER n Pleasanton Valley

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

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Third Coast Boutique Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

Carpet and Flooring Stores WINNER n Haglund’s Floor

Covering Inc

FINALISTS

• •

Mr. Natural Wood Floors Manistee Carpet & Flooring Group

Cellular Phones & Accessories WINNER n Verizon FINALISTS

• •

AT&T Spectrum Wireless

Computer Store/Repair WINNER n Jackpine Web

Design and Office Supplies

•

Feed Store WINNER n Family

Farm & Home

FINALISTS

• •

TekNik Computer Repair South Side Plaza

Convenience Store WINNER n Saddle Up Gas &

Grocery

FINALISTS

• •

Wesco Blarney Castle Onekama

Gill-Roy’s Adams Northwoods Lumber, Hardware & Equipment Rentals

Greenhouses, Inc

FINALISTS

• •

Weesies Brothers Garden Center & Landscaping Our Field of Dreams

Gift Shop WINNER n Port City

Emporium

FINALISTS

• •

Three Peas in a Pod Third Coast Boutique

Florist Shop WINNER n Kaleva Country

Flowers

FINALISTS

• •

Stacey’s Flowers and Gifts Lavender Florals

Furniture Store WINNER n Redeemed

Furniture Art & Decor

FINALISTS

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Townline Bargain Barn

FINALISTS

• •

Comfort Center Manistee Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

Glass/Head Shop WINNER n Happy Hippie FINALISTS

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Meds Cafe | Recreational Marijuana Dispensary Manistee MI South Side Plaza

Grocery Store WINNER n Bear Lake

Market

FINALISTS

• •

Dublin General Store Family Fare

Health Food WINNER n Z&N Farm, LLC FINALIST

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Port City Organics Real Food Market

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SHOPPING Home Décor

Lumber/Building Supplies

Provisioning Center

WINNER n Port City

WINNER n Onekama Building

WINNER n Authentic 231

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Emporium

• •

Redeemed Furniture Art & Decor Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

Supply

• •

Adams Northwoods Lumber, Hardware & Equipment Rentals Linke Lumber

Manistee Cannabis Dispensary

FINALISTS

• •

Dunegrass co Lume Cannabis Dispensary Cadillac, MI

Jewelry Store

Mattress

Recreation Vehicles

WINNER n CC Jewelers of

WINNER n Comfort Center

WINNER n Peacock Ltd.

FINALISTS

FINALIST

Liquor Store

Paint and Supplies

WINNER n Manistee Beverage

WINNERS n Gill-Roy’s

FINALISTS

n Lowe’s Home

Manistee

• •

Happy Hippie Anchored Designs Boutique

Company

• •

Quencher’s Corner LLC Dublin General Store

Manistee

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Continental Home Center

Hardware Improvement

FINALIST

Local Hardware Store WINNER n Bear Lake Ace

Hardware & Supply

FINALISTS

• •

Gill-Roy’s Hardware Wahr Hardware

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Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

Pet Store WINNER n Family

WINNER n Port City

Emporium

FINALISTS

• •

Northern Spice Company Third Coast Boutique

•

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Petco Gill-Roy’s

Martin PowersportsSmall Engs

Resale/Thrift Shop WINNER n Bellsprouts FINALISTS

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Three Peas in a Pod NU 2 U Resale Shop

Store for Something for Everyone in the Family WINNER n Port City Emporium FINALISTS

• •

Farm & Home

FINALISTS

Locally Made Product

FINALIST

Third Coast Boutique Kott’s Pickin’ Antiques & Home Decor

Tattoo Shop WINNER n Higher Vibez Tattoo

Studio

FINALISTS

• •

Clean Lines Tattoo Company, LLC Truth Seeker Tattoo

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WE STRIVE TO BE YOUR #1 LAW FIRM The Best Service & The Best Results

2023 READERS’

CHOICE

AWARDS

We want to thank the community for all of their votes!

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Hire Mark Quinn Law, the most experienced legal representation in Manistee, MI and the surrounding areas.

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Thank you for voting us Best Lumber & Building Supply Store in Manistee County.

Thank you for voting us again as the area’s Top Lawyer and Law Office!

Thank you for Voting us the Best in the area!

If you want to see what the buzz is about, give us a call or stop by.

Mary Sturdevant, Agent 306 W Parkdale Ave. Manistee, MI 49660

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THANK YOU for Nominating and Voting for Us! Thank You to our dedicated and hardworking staff that made this possible.

WINNERS & FINALIST FOR THE FOLLOWING RESTAURANT FOOD & BEVERAGE CATEGORIES: WINNER: Bang for your Buck WINNER: Bar Menu WINNER: Casual Dining FINALIST: Curbside FINALIST: Dinner for $15 or under WINNER: Fish Fry

WINNER: Fried Chicken WINNER: Restaurant for Home Cooking FINALIST: Restaurant for Seafood/Fish WINNER: Soup WINNER: Bartender Janelle Ware

Thank you for your continued support!

We sincerely appreciate it.

We are grateful to live and work in this wonderful community.

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