2020 Reader's Choice Awards

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Here are the results for the 2020 Readers’ Choice Contest Huron Daily Tribune UPPER THUMB — The results are in and tallied.

We greatly appreciate your votes!

The Huron Daily Tribune, once again, launched this year’s Readers’ Choice Contest. We asked readers to vote for the best people, groups and businesses in the Upper Thumb.

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Errer’s Snow Removal was named best snow removal. No. 2 was Frank Konke and No. 3 was Pawlowski Construction.

D&M Cabinets was named best place to buy cabinets.

No. 2 was Kanaby and No. 3 was Steven’s Cabinetry.

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Franklin Inn & Lounge was named best banquet facility. No. 2 was Ubly Heights Golf Country Club and No. 3 was Ubly Fox Hunters’ Club.

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Lee’s Landscaping was named best landscaping. No. 2 was Green Acres and No. 3 was Lawns in Order.

Yoder Financial Services was named best financial advisor. No. 2 was Eric Lundy and No. 3 was Edward Jones in Bad Axe.

Sheldon Medical Supply was named best place to buy medical equipment. No. 2 was Narayan Rehabilitation & Medical Supplies, and No. 3 was Active Health Care Supplies.

Scheurer Hospital was named best place to work. No. 2 was Huron County Medical Care Facility and No. 3 was McLaren Thumb Region.

Community.

Who you bank with matters.

We want the best for our communities, so we do our best to contribute in any way we can.

Whether we are hosting financial education programs, sponsoring local events, donating to community organizations or volunteering, reinvesting in our communities is part of who we are.

Thank you for voting for us!

Voted #1 Bank Voted #1 Mortgage Lender

GUIDING THE WAY

Faith Kula - Voted #3 Teller

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Source: Huron Daily Tribune Reader’s Choice Awards 2020 Equal Housing Lender Member FDIC

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Your Electrical Connection Since 1975

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Thank you for choosing us as your #1 Electrician!

We appreciate our customers!

28 Westland Drive, Bad Axe • 989-269-8171 Emergency 989-553-1004 • Fax 989-269-6670 www.maurerelectrimi.com

Davina Maurer was named best massage therapist.

No. 2 was Celine Scaddan and No. 3 was Karen Hunt.

Big Boy in Bad Axe was named best children’s menu.

No. 2 was McDonald’s and No. 3 was Peppermill Restaurant.

Huron’s Finest was named best place to buy produce.

No. 2 was Meijer and No. 3 was Errer’s Greenhouse.

Huron’s Finest was named best place to buy meat. No. 2 was Maurer Meat Processors and No. 3 was Walt’s Meat Market.

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Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress was named best place to buy furniture. No. 2 was Ashley Homestore and No. 3 was Errer’s Home Furnishings.

Hitching Post Inn was named best sports bar. No. 2 was The Gathering Place and No. 3 was Pete’s Bar.

Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress was named best place to buy mattresses. No. 2 was Errer’s Home Furnishings and No. 3 was Ashley Homestore.

Hitching Post Inn was named best bar. No. 2 was Blue Water Inn and No. 3 was Pete’s Bar.

Call:

(989) 269-9704 See what our patients are saying about us on Google Reviews as well as our Facebook.

Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

Your home for complete dental care in the Thumb.

Offices of Michael T. Bills, DDS

Bad Axe Location Bad Axe Family Dentistry 1011 S Van Dyke Rd. STE B Bad Axe, MI 48413 Phone: (989) 269-9704

Sebewaing Location Bills Family Dentistry 215 N Center Street Sebewaing, MI, 48759 Phone: (989) 883-9451

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CHINA KING RESTAURANT

Open 6 Days Closed Monday

— LUNCH & DINNER BUFFET —

162 E. Huron Ave • Bad Axe 989-269-2900

Thank you for choosing us

#1 Buffet #2 Ethnic food #2 Best Lunch

Boxwood Market was named most unique store. No. 2 was Simply Prim and Farmhouse and No. 3 was The Diva Den.

Boxwood Market was named best home décor. No. 2 was Ace Hardware and No. 3 was Simply Prim & Farmhouse.

Danielle Brown, NP tied for best family doctor or practictioner. Also winning was Nick Himmel. No. 3 was Rochelle Raymond, DNP PMHNP.

KANABY Thanks for your votes for kitchen cabinets and builder.

We appreciate it!

Builders: 989-550-0032

surface & caBinets: 989-550-4774

Thumb Cellular was named best cell phone company.

No. 2 was AT&T and No. 3 was Verizon.

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Thank you for putting your trust in

HAGLE Real Estate

and voting us your #1 Real Estate Company!

305 E. Huron Ave. Bad Axe & 6682 Main St. Caseville http://www.haglerealestate.com

Bad Axe Theatre was named best movie theater. No. 2 was Harbor Beach Community Theatre.

Rick & Nick’s Party Store was named the best place to buy beer. No. 2 was Meijer and No. 3 was Bad Axe Party Store & BP Gas.

Thanks for voting us your #1 Insurance Agency 2 years in a row!

Tina Seley Agency (989) 375-4598 40 N. Main St., Elkton

Rick & Nick’s Party Store was named the best place to buy wine. No. 2 was Dizzy Daisy Winery and Vineyard, and No. 3 was Bad Axe Party Store & BP Gas.

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Ubly Heights Golf & Country Club was named best golf course. No. 2 was Verona Hills Golf Club and No. 3 was Century Oaks Golf Course.

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We appreciate your business!

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Fast, Reliable, High Speed Internet

841 N. Van Dyke Bad Axe, MI 48413

Moments by Vanessa was named best photographer.

No. 2 was Michigan Sky Media and No. 3 was Portrait Expressions by Janel.

989-269-2306

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Errer’s Home Furnishings

FURNITURE & FLOOR COVERING MATTRESS & BLINDS FREE DELIVERY! Thank you for choosing us: #1 Greenhouse Produce #2 Floorcovering #2 Carpeting #2 Mattress #3 Furniture We appreciate your votes and business!

Brian Marks of Hank Graff in Sandusky was named best car salesperson. No. 2 was Al Hanson and No. 3 was Dan Braden.

Dennis Errer Penny Errer OWNERS

168 E. Huron Ave. • Bad Axe

989-269-2183

errershomefurnishings@yahoo.com www.errershomefurnishings.com

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Full Menu Available

Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf was named best place for family fun. No. 2 was Key North Mini Golf & Family Fun Center, and No. 3 was Longshot Lanes & Games.

Check out Our Daily Specials: Friday Night Fish Fry •Perch •Cod

#1 Best Place for Live Entertainment # 2 Best Bar # 2 Best Cook/Chef - Dawn Talaski

saturday diNNer specials Downtown Caseville

989•856•3400

Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf was named best mini golf. No. 2 was Tip of the Thumb Mini Golf and No. 3 was Key North Mini Golf & Family Fun Center.

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The Bad Axe Theatre

The only 2 screen 4K digital & 3D projection equipped theatre in the Thumb of Michigan!

#1 MOVIE THEATER

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! 50¢ REFILLS on Large Size Popcorn & Soda

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

SHOWS EVERYDAY

989.269.7911 Call for Movie Info

309 E. Huron Avenue • www.badaxetheatre.com Marissa Pleiness of New Wave Hair Studio was named the best stylist. No. 2 was Karagen Harwood and No. 3 Maggie Majeski.

“Thank you”

to all of our voters for choosing us as

#1 Veterinary Office and #1 Pet Supplies

DISCOUNT PET STORE

Customer Service Is Our Goal Wolverine Auto Brokers was named best oil change.

No. 2 was A & B Auto Repair and Service, and No. 3 was Walmart Auto Care Center.

989-269-8389

Come in and check out our new toys and treats for the holidays Bad Axe Animal Clinic 1054 N. Van Dyke • Bad Axe • 989-269-8564 Open Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Straight Family Dentistry Thank You For Your Continued Support And Votes!

Woverine Auto Brokers was named best car repair shop. No. 2 was Al Hanson Motors and No. 3 was A & B Auto Repair and Service.

223 E Huron Ave • Bad Axe MI Wolverine Auto Brokers was named best auto body shop. No. 2 was Top of the Hill Collission and No. 3 was Valley Collision.

989-269-9716

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A Touch of HEAVEN Massage,Reiki & More Davina Maurer L.M.T & Reiki Master

# 1 Massage Therapist Thanks for your votes and business.

989-551-8369 782 S van Dyke, Bad Axe

Massage • Hot Stone Massage Chair Massage • Reiki Ionic Foot Detox • Ear Candling House Clearings • Wedding Ceremonies

Experience complete heaven as you let the stress of the day melt away

Thank you for voting us #1 Golf course

Come Enjoy Our Course!

Kelsey Herek of Thumb Bank was named the best bank teller. No. 2 was Cathy Schuette of Frankenmuth Credit Union and No. 3 was Faith Kula of Northstar Bad Axe.

Ubly Heights Golf & Country Club

Your ChoiCe in Golf 2409 E. Atwater Rd., Ubly • 989-658-2374

Sherry’s Dance Studio & Gym “Providing quality dance instruction since 1980.”

• Tap • IrIsh Tap • Jazz/hIp-hop • BalleT • lyrIcal • BasIc rhyThm • Belly DancIng • gymnasTIcs

Sherry Leipprandt, Owner & Dance Instructor Janelle Swartzendruber, Gymnastics Instructors Rande Krozek & Jillian Roggenbuck, Dance Instructors

PIGEON STUDIO 42 South Main Street

BAD AXE STUDIO

Green Elementary School Bldg. • 309 N. Outer Dr.

Thank You for voting Sherry’s Dance Studio #1 dance studio!

We appreciate your votes and business.

Thumb Bank & Trust tied for best bank. Also winning was Northstar Bank. No. 3 was Bay Port State Bank.

8384 Cresecent Beach, Sand Point, MI 48755 • Call 989-856-2174 or 989-550-2753 for more information.

Thanks for choosing us #1 towing service!

We appreciate your business.

At Your Bark-n-Call was named best pet groomer. No. 2 was Sue Rivard and No. 3 was Heather Blunt at Caseville Small Animal Clinic.

773 N. Van Dyke, Bad Axe, MI 48413 | Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

1299 S. Thomas Road, Suite 1 Bad Axe, MI 48413 • 989-269-6406

Huron Intermediate School District The Huron Intermediate School District is a regional, educational agency that serves students, families, and communities in Huron County.

Thank you for voting the Huron Learning Center as your #1 Preschool!

Al Hanson Motors was named best auto dealership.

No. 2 was Wolverine Auto Brokers and No. 3 was Flannery Auto Mall.

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Buds & Blossoms Florist was named best place to buy fresh flowers. No. 2 was Polished Salon & Spa, and No. 3 was Flowers by Ashley.

Shawn & Raeann Roerig 120 E. Huron Bad axE

989.269.6300

Your Satisfaction Assured

Thanks for all your votes!

We appreciate you.

We are booking for your Holiday events Buds & Blossoms was named best alteration shop. No. 2 was The Diva Den and No. 3 was Keepsakes.

VOTED #1 Caterer and Pizza # 3 Kevin Wiley -Chef 377 Main St. • Downtown Kinde

(989) 874-4070

Visit: www.kindepastahouse.com

View our menu and all we have to offer.

Rachel’s was named friendliest staff. No. 2 was Huron County Medical Care Facility and No. 3 was Scheurer Hospital.

Thanks For Voting Us: # 1 Car repair and oil change. # 2 Auto Dealership # 3 Car salesman and place to buy tires

We appreciate your votes Rachel’s was named best happy hour. No. 2 was Hitching Post Inn and No. 3 was The Gathering Place.

1001 S. Van Dyke • Bad Axe • 989-269-3900 Visit us at www.wolverineautobrokers.com or www.carrepairbadaxemi.com

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Thank you for your votes! #1 Teacher Amy Schweitzer #2 Teacher Anne Kennedy

Congratulations from HISD and Huron County Rural Schools.

1299 S. Thomas Road, Suite 1 Bad Axe, MI 48413 • 989-269-6406

St. Hubert Parish Mass times:

Chef Chun Siev of Rachel’s was named best chef. No. 2 was Dawn Talaski of Blue Water Inn and No. 3 was Kevin Wiley of The Pasta House.

Saturday: 4:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart in Bad Axe 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph in Rapson Sunday: 8:15 a.m. at St. Joseph in Rapson 10:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart in Bad Axe.

sthubertbadaxe.org | 989-269-7729

Thank you for your votes!

R MAU ER UBLY, MI

EST. 1965

MEAT PROCESSORS

Thank you for voting for us.

We appreciate your business.

Custom Butchering Venison Processing

989.658.8185 989.658.2521

Rachel’s was named best mixed drinks. No. 2 was Hitching Post Inn and No. 3 was Pete’s Bar.

4075 Purdy Road, Ubly, MI 48475 EMAIL: maurermeat@gmail.com WEBSITE: maurermeat.com

ZIMMERMAN & SONS ELECTRIC

Rachel’s was named best outdoor dining. No. 2 was Pak’s Backyard and No. 3 was The Taproom at Bird Creek Farms.

P.O. Box 467 • PORT AUSTIN • (989) 738-7798 Professional Carpet, Furniture, Tile & Grout Cleaning

Thank you for voting us

#1 Carpet Cleaner!

-Derek, Ashley, Asa Kay & Luka Jay

989-553-2222

ShetlersCarpetCleaning.com

Rachel’s was named best lunch. No. 2 was China King Restaurant and No. 3 was Emma’s Coffee House.

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Runner Up Family Doctor/Practitioner

Rochelle Raymond DNP, RN PMHNP-BC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

We are proud to have you part of our team!

FOR NEARLY 50 YEARS. 1375 R. Dale Wertz Dr, Bad Axe

989-269-9293

Thanks for making us #2 Anyone in Huron County facing distress related to COVID

Rachel’s was named best seafood. No. 2 was Verona Tavern and No. 3 was The Farm.

without insurance is eligible for 6 free outpatient session Insurance agency . ✿ For 24 Hour Emergency Crisis Support 800.356.5568 ✿ For non�crisis assessment or care call 989.269.9293 We appreciate ✿ For anonymous mental health screening visit HuronCMH.o your business.

Your Brain Health is Essential. Call Today

Rachel’s was named best place for a romantic dinner.

No. 2 was The Farm and No. 3 was The Bank 1884 Food & Spirits.

McVey

Huron Behavioral Health works with many insurance plan and people of all ages. All services are confidential.

Insurance Agency 704 N. Van Dyke St. • Bad Axe 989-269-9977

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Rachel’s was named healthiest dining. No. 2 was Bird Creek Farms and No. 3 was Steakhouse.

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Anyone in Huron County facing distress related to COVID without insurance is eligible for 6 free outpatient session For 24 Hour Emergency Crisis Support 800.356.5568 For non�crisis assessment or care call 989.269.9293 For anonymous mental health screening visit HuronCMH.o

Your Brain Health is Essential. Call Today

Huron Behavioral Health works with many insurance plan and people of all ages. All services are confidential.

Rachel’s was named friendliest service. No. 2 was The Farm and No. 3 was Blue Water Inn.

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Minute Man Metal Works was named best locally owned business. No. 2 was Emma’s Coffee House and No. 3 was Murphy’s Bakery.

Thumb Industries Thrift Store was named best thrift store. No. 2 was Helping Hands Resale & Thrift and No. 3 was Goodwill.

Lee’s Landscaping was named best lawn care. No. 2 was Lawns In Order and No. 3 was Green Acres.

Thank you for voting us Best Place for Family Fun!

845 N. Van Dyke St. Bad Axe, Michigan • Phone # 989-269-9581

Licensed Master Plumber and Mechanical Contractor

#1 Heating & Cooling #2 Plumber

Buckley’s Shoes was named best place to buy shoes.

No. 2 was Dunham’s Sports and No. 3 was Shoe Senation.

THANK YOU! Your votes for my business are greatly appreciated!

989-269-6638

980 UBLY RD, BAD AXE MICHIGAN 48413 Quality Plumbing and Heating You Can Trust!

• FREE ESTIMATES • RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL • NEW CONSTRUCTION/REMODELS • REPAIRS • SERVICE • INSTALLATION

Jess Brade of Steakhouse was named best waitress.

No. 2 was Emily at Rachel’s and No. 3 was Kait at Main Street.

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Dr. Keith and Rita Messing were named best eye clinic. No. 2 was Scheurer Family Vision and No. 3 was David C. Batzer, II.

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Agri-Valley Services was named best internet provider. No. 2 was Xfinity and No. 3 was M3 Wireless.

Thank you for choosing

Rick ’s & Nick ’s #1 Place to Buy Beer #2 Place to Buy Wine

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Large Select ion of Wine & Beer

We want to thank all of our customers for your support in helping us build our business from where we started to what it is today. We appreciate all of you.

Rick’s & Nick’s

32 Thompson Rd. • Bad Axe • 989.269.8556 OPEN: Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 10pm • Friday 6:30am - 11pm Saturday 8am - 11pm • Sunday 10am - 8pm

Lotto • ATM • Tobacco • Craft Beer • Liquor

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Tri County Equipment was named best implement dealer. No. 2 was Huron Learning Center was named best preschool. No. 2 was Our Osentoski Farm Equipment.

Savior Preschool and No. 3 was TLC Home Day Care.

Errer’s Greenhouses was named best nursery. No. 2 was Green Acre Landscaping and No. 3 was Hilltop Nursery.

Sean Clark of J&B Plumbing and Heating was named best plumber.

No. 2 was Jake’s Plumbing & Heating, and No. 3 was Jack McCain Plumbing & Heating.

#1 Nursing Home/Assisted Living #2 Friendliest Staff #2 Place to Work

Thank You For Your Support!

Pictures were taken prior to Covid-19

1116 South Van Dyke Rd Bad Axe, MI 989.269.6425 www.hcmcf.org

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Franklin Inn motor lodge

Thank you for voting us #1!

We appreciate your votes!

Over 50 years in business because of GREAT customers!

$9.95

Fish Plate or Shrimp Plate Dinner specials ever y nig ht!

Great Pizza • Burgers • Sandwiches W i n g S!

Steaks • Seafood • Mexican Food Appetizers • Broasted Chicken

Chicken Broasted or Baked for Parties outdoor Patio

Sit and watch the deer and enjoy your favorite drink.

Delicious HomemaDe Pizza Dine-in or Take ouT

Full Service Banquet Facility Receptions • BRidal showeRs • ReheaRsal dinneRs • accommodations for up to 425 people (includes linens, dinnerware & silverware) • Great group motel rates for out of town guests!

Business Trip? Special Event? Company Coming? Need Extra Space?

The Franklin Inn features 47 deluxe rooms (some with jacuzzi tubs), wireless internet, Club Keno in lounge.

www.franklininnbadaxe.com 1070 EAST HURON AVENUE • BAD AXE • 989-269-9951

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Roland’s Paint & More was named best paint. No. 2 was Ace Hardware of Bad Axe and No. 3 was Caseville True Value Hardware.

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Nick Himmel tied for best family doctor or practictioner. Also winning was Danielle Brown, NP. No. 3 was Rochelle Raymond, DNP PMHNP.

Lugo’s Taco Street was named best nachos.

The Farm was named best dessert. No. 2 was No. 2 was Peppers Mexican Grill and No. 3 Big Boy and No. 3 was Rachel’s. was El Rio.

Heath Krohn of Krohn Tax Preparation was named best CPA. No. 2 was Tammy Talaski of Hyzer Hill & Kuzak, and No. 3 was Brining & Nartker.

Lugo’s Taco Street was named best ethnic food. No. 2 was China King Restaurant and No. 3 was Rachel’s.

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Peppermill was names best breakfast spot. No. 2 was Big Boy and No. 3 was Walt’s Restaurant.

Thank you for your support.

We appreciate your business.

Peppermill was named best soup. No. 2 was The Gathering Place and No. 3 was Phil’s Diner.

East Side Tire, Inc. 620 E. Huron Avenue Bad Axe, Michigan

989-269-8471

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www.acehardware.com

store hours: Mon-Fri 8-8 • Sat 8-5:30

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ace hardware of bad axe inc 735 N Van Dyke Rd bad axe (989) 269-9131

Thumb Glass was named best glass repair. No. 2 was Advanced Auto Glass and No. 3 was B & M Glass.

Jake’s Plumbing & Heating was named best heating and cooling. No. 2 was Thumb Cooling & Heating, and No. 3 was Jack McCain Plumbing & Heating.

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Popham Flooring was named best carpet and flooring. No. 2 was Errer’s Home Furnishings and No. 3 was Ashley Homestore.

Dr. Justin D. Straight, DDS was named best dentist. No. 2 was Bad Axe Family Dentistry and No. 3 was Gabriel B. Holdwick, DDS.

Northstar Bank was named best mortgage lender. No. 2 wasTeam One Credit Union and No. 3 was Thumb Bank & Trust.

Hatch Construction was named best roofer. No. 2 was H&H Roofing, and No. 3 was Tony Gottschalk.

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Meinhold Car Wash was named best car wash. No. 2 was Max Superior Shine and No. 3 was Parks Auto Salon.

Bailey Agency

China King Restaurant was named best buffet. No. 2 was Franklin Inn and No. 3 was Williams Inn.

Insurance since 1947

Thank you for voting Bailey Insurance and Brenda Kady # 3 insurance agent and agency. We appreciate your votes and business.

CONTACT US FOR HOME, AUTO, BUSINESS, LIFE OR FARM INSURANCE NEEDS

30 S. Main St., Pigeon Phone: 989-453-2422 FAX: 989-453-2450

Diana Bittner was named best EMT. No. 2 was Ron Volmering and No. 3 was Beth Swartzendruber.

Email: bkady@kauffoldagency.com or rzuzga@kauffoldagency.com

BAD AXE PARTY STORE & BP GAS STATION

Hagle Real Estate was named best real estate agency.

No. 2 was Platinum Real Estate and No. 3 was Century 21.

WE NOW CARRY PACKAGED LIQUOR! THANK YOU FOR VOTING US # 1 CONVENIENCE STORE #3 TO BUY BEER AND #3 TO BUY WINE.

GAS • GROCERIES • LOTTO • BEER • AND MORE We also now have Flex Fuel-E-15, E30, E85

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN THE FUTURE!

690 S Van Dyke Rd, Bad Axe, MI • 989.269.6436

A&D Home Health Care was named best home care agency. No. 2 was Courtney Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehab Community, No. 3 was Season’s Change.

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Thumb Glass Sales & Installation • Auto Glass • Window Glass • Mirrors • Screen Repair • Thermopane Replacement • Mobile Service • Stone Chip Repair

Thank you for voting us Holiday Inn Express & Suites was named best hotel.

No. 2 was Franklin Inn & Lounge, and No. 3 was Hooks Waterfront Resort.

#1 Glass Repair & Replacement We appreciate your vote & business!

Tom & T.J. 213 S. Port Crescent • Bad Axe • 989-269-8131

Tina Seley Farm Bureau Insurance was named best insurance agent and agency. No. 2 was McVey Insurance Agency and No. 3 was Brenda Kady of Baily Agency.

Thank you for your supporT. We appreciaTe The opporTuniTy To Teach our sTudenTs and serve our communiTy.

#2 high school 2# elemenTary school

Nature’s Finest Taxidermy was named best taxidermist. No. 2 was Chuck Abbott and No. 3 was Darwin Leese.

www.lakerschools.org

989.453.4600 Kretzschy’s Smokey was named best barbecue. No. 2 was Steakhouse and No. 3 was Verona Tavern.

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Enchant Your Palate Locally Handcrafted Wines & Hard Ciders Check out our customized wine labels!

Perfect for wedding favors, wedding gifts, or shower gifts

DIZZY DAISY Winery & Vineyard

1288 W. Crown Rd. | Bad Axe 989.269.2366 | www.dizzydaisywinery.com

Thank you for voting us # 2 Place to buy Wine.

We appreicate your business.

Thanks for voting us the #1 Pest Control service company!

Amy Schweitzer of Verona Mills was named best teacher. No. 2 was Anne Kennedy of Eccles School and No. 3 was Laurie Preston of North Huron Schools.

badaxepest@hotmail.com 989-269-6640

PLATINUM Real Estate Services, LLC BAD AXE, MI

NaNcy Mattice

Associate Broker/Owner Cell: 231-282-4379 nlmattice@hotmail.com

INTEGRITY MATTERS!

Thank you for voting me #1 Real Estate Agent

Northstar Bank tied for the best bank. Also winning was Thumb Bank & Trust. No. 3 was Bay Port State Bank.

VERONA TAVERN Thank you for choosing us #2 for Seafood & Fish, #3 for BBQ.

We appreciate the votes!

Stop in and enjoy the atmosphere!

Ligrow’s 24hr Fitness and Athletic Performance Center was named best fitness center. No. 2 was Bad Axe Club Fitness and No. 3 was Renew Wellness Center.

12 N. Verona Rd. • Bad Axe • 989-269-2493

Thank you so much for your votes I appreciate them

415 State St • Harbor Beach 989. 479 .3403 • FAX:479 .3443

Family Dentistry Accepting New Patients Biddinger & Estelle, PC was named best attorney. No. 2 was Tami Salens and No. 3 was John Ferris.

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Thank You for choosing us as your Bad Axe Animal Clinic was named best veterinarian.

No. 2 was Caseville Animal Clinic and No. 3 was Harbor Beach Veterinary Services.

#1

Thrift Shop

Slightly used & new women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, household items & more.

Thumb Industries, Inc. Thrift Store 880 N. Van Dyke Rd. • Bad Axe • 989-269-9998

Hours:

Monday - Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM • Sunday 12 PM - 4 PM

Veterinary Discount Drug & Supply was named best pet supplies. No. 2 was Tractor Supply and No. 3 was Family Farm & Home.

ThaNk you for VoTiNg for

Rachel’s!

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Steakhouse was named best steak. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was The Farm.

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Shelly Stilson of Scheurer Hospital was named best certified nursing assistant. No. 2 was Jamie Jeffers of Huron County Medical Care Facility and No. 3 was Leann Carr.

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#1 for Kitchen Cabinets We Appreciate Your Votes!

D&M Cabinet Shop, Inc.

KITCHENS • BATHROOMS • HOME OFFICES 5239 PURDY RD. • RUTH

989.479.9271

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Mariah Irion, RN of McLaren Thumb Region was named best nurse. No. 2 was Cherish Talaski of Scheurer and No. 3 was Michelle Richmond of A& D Home Health Care.

Your Business is Appreciated!

Salens & Salens, P.C.

125 N. Heisterman Street • Bad Axe • 269-2777

Buds & Blossoms Thank you to all our customers for choosing us #

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Early Years Preschool & Child Care Center was named best child care. No. 2 was Cross Lutheran Daycare and No. 3 was Zion Lutheran Child Care Center.

2224 Main St. • Ubly 989.658.8471

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Meinhold Car Wash

Max 24hr Towing & Recovery was named best towing service. No. 2 was Oak Beach Auto Repair & Towing, and No. 3 was Simmons and Sons.

Thank you for voting us #1!

777 N. Van Dyke St Bad Axe , Michigan 48413

God has blessed us!

Thanks for letting us be a blessing to you.

Your support is appreciated.

Zion Lutheran Church, School & Child Care Center 299 Garden Street - Harbor Beach, MI 48441 Church/School: 989.479.3615 Child Care: 989.479.6400

The Pasta House was named best caterer. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was Catering Connection.

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Hatch Construction was named best builder. No. 2 was Thumb Area Construction and No. 3 was Kanaby Builders.

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Zimmerman & Sons was named best electrician. No. 2 was Maurer Electric and No. 3 was Kincaid Electric.

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Active Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine was named best physical therapy. No. 2 was Courtney Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehab Community, and No. 3 was Yagnesh Brahmbhatt.

#2 Store for Home Decor

Thank you for voting for us!

735 N. Van Dyke, Bad Axe (989) 269-9131

AccuQuest Hearing Centers was named best place to buy hearing aids. No. 2 was Miracle Ear and No. 3 was Beltone BA.

#2 AL Hanson Car Sales Person #2 Car Repair & #3 Auto Dealership We appreciate your votes and your business!

Pasta House was named best pizza. No. 2 was Hitching Post Inn and No. 3 was Angelina’s Eatery & HUCO Brew Company.

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• Professional Landscaping • Design & Installation • Complete Garden Center

989-453-3919 44 S. Bay Port Rd., Bay Port Rd.

Thank you for your support we appreciate your business.

#1 Landscaper #1 Lawn Care

Hours: Mon - Fri 9-5 | Sat 9-3 | Closed Sun

www.leeslandscapinginc.com

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Scheurer Family Pharmacy was named best pharmacy. No. 2 was Walgreens and No. 3 was Harbor Drug.

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“EXPRESS YOURSELF”

2409 E. Atwater Rd., Ubly • 989-658-2374 • 989-395-3403 • www.ublyheights.com

Emma’s Coffee House was named best coffee house.

No. 2 was Brew Mood Coffee House & Gallery, and No. 3 was Chuck’s Drive-Thru Diner.

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“It’s Great to be Kneaded” I appreciate your votes and business!

970 N. Van Dyke • Bad Axe • 989-269-8886

Emma’s Coffee House was named best cup of coffee.

No. 2 was Brew Moon Coffee House & Gallery, and No. 3 was Lemon Tree Marketplace.

Grindstone General Store was named best ice cream.

No. 2 was Port Hope Chill Zone and No. 3 was Rybak’s Ice Cream Store.

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Meijer was named best place to buy groceries. No. 2 was Walmart and No. 3 was Port Austin Market.

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Yoder Financial Services Dale Yoder DaleL. Yoder &Financial Adam Chambers Advisor Financial Advisors 1160 North Van Dyke Road 1160 Bad North VanMIDyke Road Axe, 48413 Bad Axe, MI 48413

Phone: 989-269-7062

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*Securities and investment advisory services offered through FSC Securities Corporation (FSC), member FINRA/SIPC. FSC is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of FSC.

Thank you for your vote of confidence!

Securities and investment advisory services offered through FSC Securities Corporation (FSC), member FINRA/SIPC. FSC is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of FSC.

We are so grateful for all of your votes! Thank you!

*Award based upon votes by readers who voted on their top three advisors using no particular set of criteria. There was no fee paid for this award. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These rating should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client’s evaluations.*

Meijer was named best retail store. No. 2 was Ace Hardware of Bad Axe and No. 3 was Popham Flooring.

Voted #1!

Thank you to our referring physicians, patients, and our staff.

We appreciate your votes!

Early morning & late evening appointments available. Most insurance accepted.

128 W. Huron Ave., Suite B • Bad Axe

989.269.2700

Clayton Martin from Harbor Beach Fire Department was named best firefighter. No. 2 was Ben Willenburg of Caseville Fire Department and No. 3 was Jeff Bismark of Bad Axe Fire Department.

Bad Axe Tire Service was named best place to buy tires. No. 2 was East Side Tire and No. 3 was Wolverine Auto Brokers.

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Nature’s Finest Thank you for Taxidermy voting me

#1 Taxidermist!

Kevin Klee 1738 Main Street, Minden City

989-864-8836

www.naturesfinesttaxidermy.com

Bad Axe Pest Control was named best pest control.

No. 2 was Bee Line Pest Control and No. 3 was Chad Seley.

WE APPRECIATE OUR CUSTOMERS! BRIDGE CARDS ACCEPTED

1520 N. Van Dyke, Bad Axe • 989-269-7200

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1.

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Sheri PoPham Office Manager/ Sales

President/ Owner

Vicki Williams of Walmart in Bad Axe was named best grocery cashier. No. 2 was Lorie Booms of Sandman’s Grocery and No. 3 was Sue Reinke of Port Hop ePit Stop.

We appreciate the business and your votes.

989.269.7358 1101 S. Van Dyke • Bad Axe, MI 48413 pophamflooring@gmail.com

EARLY YEARS PRESCHOOL #1 Preschool Thank you for your votes.

We appreciate it!

Huron County Medical Care Facility was named best nursing home. No. 2 was Courtney Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehab Community, and No. 3 was Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care.

595 N. Port Crescent St Bad Axe, Michigan 493413 | 989-269-2383

#1 Best Plummer - Sean Clark J&B PLUMBING & HEATING, INC.

Where flush is better than a full house!

Licensed Master Plumber Larry Clark

7641 Pigeon Road • Pigeon, MI

989.453.3931

Sherry’s Dance Studio was named best dance studio.

No. 2 was Self-Expressions Dance and Gymnastics, and No. 3 was Step It Up.

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Thank you for your votes. We appreciate your business.

Bad Axe Elementary was named the best elementary.

No. 2 was Laker Schools and No. 3 was North Huron Schools.

Automotive Glass • Stone Chip Repairs Truck & Tractor Glass Vinyl Windows & Entry Doors Overhead Doors & Openers (Residential & Commercial) Kawneer Store Front Aluminum Doors Custom Mirrors • Plate Glass Screening & Repairs Boss Snowplows Sales, Service & Install

We Want Our Customers Back, Not Our Products.

1616 S. Bad Axe Rd. • Bad Axe

Cell 810.404.2303 • Sandusky 810.648.2279 Bad Axe 989.269.6655 • Fax 989.269.6648

Bad Axe High School was named best high school.

No. 2 was Laker High School and No. 3 was Harbor Beach Community Schools.

Thank you, we appreciate your continued business

Lundy Financial Services makes transitioning your brokerage account easier and new customers are always welcome. For a no obligation consultation, call us today 888-989-6828 or 989-269-7427

Bad Axe Party Store & BP Gas was named best convenience store. No. 2 was Meijer Gas Station and No. 3 was Port Hope Pit Stop.

Lundy Financial Services is an independent firm. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC. Advisory services offered through Summit Financial Group, Inc. A registered investment adviser. Summit and Cetera are affiliated and under separate ownership from any other named entity.

Office Location: 840 S. Van Dyke Rd. Bad Axe, MI 48413

Thank you for voting Hitching Post Inn #1 Sports Bar/Brewery, #1 Bar, #2 Happy Hour, #2 Mixed Drinks, #2 Pizza

Come Check Us Out 79 N Main St Elkton, MI, 48731 Find us on Facebook @hitchingpostelkton St. Hubert’s Catholic Church was named best place to worship. No. 2 was Our Savior Lutheran Church and No. 3 was Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish.

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Thank You for choosing us as the #1 Local High School #1 Local Elementary School

Bad axe PuBlIC SCHoolS Home of the Hatchets Bad Axe Elementary School 404 Hatchet Drive 989-269-2736

Bad Axe Middle School 750 S. Van Dyke Rd. 989-269-2735

“You’re In Hatchet Country Now!”

Bad Axe High School 200 N. Barrie Rd. 989-269-9593

Ascent High School 309 N. Outer Dr. 989-269-2737

District Vision statement: empowering successful learners for today, tomorrow, and the future.

www.badaxeps.org

Heck’s Bar was named best burger. No. 2 was Port Hope Hotel and No. 3 was Rachel’s.

Thank you for voting for us 3175 Sand Beach Rd. • 989-269-6380

Bad Axe Tire Service, Inc. Thank you for voting us #1 place to buy tires.

We appreciate your business

Aaron Talaski Owner

Blue Water Inn was named best place for live entertainment. No. 2 was Hooks Waterfront Resort and No. 3 was Cheeseburger in Caseville.

40 Pigeon Road Bad Axe, Michigan 48413 Phone: 989.269.6571 Fax: 989.269.9307 e-mail: badaxetire@yahoo.com We specialize in Car, Truck, Semi and Tractor tires.

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Murphy’s Bakery was named the best bakery. No. 2 was Emma’s Coffee House and No. 3 was Pat’s Bakery.

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Crescent St. l 685 N. Port P Bad Axe RESTAURANT 989.269.9347 Our Savior Lutheran Church

Thank you for voting us #1 Pastor #2 Place to Worship #2 Preschool

We appreciate your votes!

God bless you!

989-269-7642 123 W. Irwin St, Bad Axe, Michigan 48413

Pastor Kenneth D. Lueke of Our Savior Lutheran in Bad Axe was named best pastor. No. 2 was Father TJ Flemming and No. 3 was Father Nate of Good Sheppard in Ubly.

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McKenzie Jewelers was named best jeweler. No. 2 was Michael J’s Design Studio and Goldsmith Shoppe, and No. 3 was Herman Hiss & Company.

It is our honor to serve our customers in all our locations! #2 Financial Institution

#3 Mortgage Lender

#1 Teller Kelsey Herek, Bad Axe

We are proud of our team!

Thank You for your Support!

Visit our new website www.thumb.bank

Bad Axe 989-269-8315 • Pigeon 989-453-3113 Caseville 989-856-2247 • Cass City 989-872-4311 Bay City-Wilder Rd. 989-667-7200 • Bay City-Center Ave. 989-894-7100

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Nancy Mattice was named best real estate agent. No. 2 was Anne Scott and No. 3 was Rose Hagle.

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Port Hope Car Wash Thanks for your votes & voting for Sue Reinke, Grocery Cashier!

We appreciate our customers!

Beer • Wine • Lotto • AtM • GAs & DieseL 4404 Main St. • Port Hope

989-428-0071

Hours: Mon-Sat 6am-8pm Sun 7am-8pm

We appreciate your votes!

Live Simply Chiropractice was named best chiropractor. No. 2 was Dr. Julia Deer Pigeon Chiropractic and No. 3 was Optimal Wellness Chiropractic.

236 Pigeon Rd. • Bad Axe 989-479-9074

www.greenacre.land

Threaded Edge Boutique was named best adult clothing. No. 2 was The Diva Den and No. 3 was Amy’s.

Dr. Sandy L. Behnke, D.C.

We are grateful for those who chose us as #1!

Thank you!

Phone: 989-550-4402

@livesimplychiropractic

Dr. Kerrie Rabanera was named best pediatrician. No. 2 was Dr. Yasir Babiker and No. 3 was Angela Weber FNP-BC.

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Top of the Hill Collision, Inc. Thank you for voting us #2 Auto Repair.

We appreciate your business!

Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm

329 Industrial Pkwy Harbor Beach

989 - 479 - 6870 www.topofthehillcollision.com

James Hunt was named best police officer. No. 2 was Alex Jobes and No. 3 was Ryan Swartz.

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Scheurer Hospital was named best hospital. No. 2 was McLaren Thumb Region and No. 3 was Harbor Beach Community Hospital.

Shelter’s Thumb Area Carpet Cleaning was named best carpet cleaner. No. 2 was Rainbow International and No. 3 was Mr. Z’s.

Marilyn Soper of Pete’s Bar was named best bartender. No. 2 was Kyla Czewski and No. 3 was Rachel Simpson.

Ace Hardware of Bad Axe was named best hardware. No. 2 was Thumb Hardware and Appliance, and No. 3 was Heins Hardware.

Front Row (L to R): Shayna- HR, Kathy- PT, Julie- Administrative Assistant, Crystal- OT, Rosalie-LBSW, Sue- Patient Care Coordinator, Gail-RN Middle Row (L to R): Trisha-LPN, Nancy-LPN, Michelle-RN, Nancy-RN, Kim- RN, Amy- LPN Back Row (L to R): Holly- LPN, Private Duty Supervisor, Maureen- PT, Toby-OT, Lynn- Marketing Specialist, Janice-LPN, Angie-CENA, Carrie-RN, Pigeon Branch Manager, Amy-LPN, Brook- RN, Jennifer-LBSW Missing from the photo: Lisa-RN, Sharon-RN, Nancy-LPN, Angela- OT, Brenda-LPN, Pamela-LPN, Tara-RN, Jennifer- LMSW

Thank you to our supporters who voted us #1 Home Care. We truly appreciate it.

A huge thank you to all of our staff in Skilled, Private Duty, Waiver, Palliative Care, and Hospice who have helped us maintain #1 Home Care.

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