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Joann Schave (middle), who works for the Port Hope Hotel, was named best bartender. She is seen here with two of her favorite patrons, Brenda Hall (left) and Earl Reinke (right). No. 2 was Jessica Langley and No. 3 was Marilyn Soper. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Mark Polega, who works for the North Huron School District, was named the best cook/chef. No. 2 was MJ from the Bank and No. 3 was Kevin Wiley, from the Pasta House. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Dr. Nicklaus Bradley was named the best family doctor. No. 2 was Dr. Ramsey and No. 3 was Dr. Putman. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Moments Captured was named best photographer. No. 2 was Karen Murphy and No. 3 was Janel Morell. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Ace Hardware Of Bad Axe Inc 735 N Van Dyke Rd Bad Axe (989) 269-9131 www.acehardware.com

Store Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8 • Sat 8-5:30

Murphy’s Bakery was named best bakery. No. 2 was Main Street Café & Bakery and No. 3 was Pat’s Bakery. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Franklin Inn

Thank you for voting us #1 Buffet # 1 Happy Hour # 1 Steak #1 Banquet Facility

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!

Thank you for your votes for Lunch, Hotel, Soup, Fish and Seafood and Outdoor dining.

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47 years in business because of GREAT customers! Thanks for all your votes!

Great Buffet & Service!

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LUNCHEON BUFFET Monday - Friday 11am - 2pm DINNER BUFFET Tuesday - Thursday 5pm - 8pm FRIDAY NIGHT BUFFET Friday 5pm - 9pm SATURDAY PRIME RIB BUFFET Saturday 5pm - 10pm SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET ALL-U-CAN-EAT Breakfast: 11am - 2pm

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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There was a tie for best burger, between Heck’s Bar and the Verona Tavern. No. 3 was Rachel’s. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Thanks for making us #1 Insurance agency .

We appreciate your business.

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Top of the Hill was named best towing. No. 2 was T&J Towing and no. 3 was Oak Beach Auto. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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

We appreciate your votes!

Caseville Small Animal Clinic was named best veterinarian clinic.

No. 2 was Bad Axe Animal Clinic and No. 3 was Harbor Beach Veterinary Clinic. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Agri-Valley Services was named best internet provider. No. 2 was Comast and No. 3 was M3 Wireless. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Valley Collision was named best auto body repair. No. 2 was Top of the Hill and No. 3 was Wolverine Auto. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Flannery Auto Mall was named best auto dealership. No. 2 was Wolverine Auto and No. 3 was Ordus Ford. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

Wolverine Auto was named best car repair. No. 2 was Hanson’s and No. 3 was Ney’s Service. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR VOTING

#1 CAR SALESPERSON MARK KERR

FORD BAD AXE

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#3 CAR SALESPERSON BRAD JANKS THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #3 AUTO DEALERSHIP

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT AND BUSINESS.

Meinhold was named best carwash. No. 2 was Ty’s. (Paul P. Adams/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Thank you for choosing us #1 for Burgers, Seafood, and Fish #2 Bar and # 3 Steak and Nachos.

Showroom, Parts, & Service:

We appreciate the votes!

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Stop in and enjoy the atmosphere!

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

123 S. Port Crescent • Monday - Friday 8 - 5

989-269-9245

New & Used Car Lot:

895 S. Van Dyke • Monday - Friday 8 - 6, Sat. 9 - 1

989-269-8472

Body Shop:

1300 S. Barrie Rd. • Monday - Friday 8 - 5

989-269-9000

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Dr. Messing was named best eye clinic. No. 2 was Scheurer and No. 3 was Dr. Robinson. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Agri-Valley Services was named best locally owned business. No. 2 was McDonald’s Food & Family and No. 3 was Roland’s Paint. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU For your vote of confidence.

#2nd Place Preschool We are here to serve YOUR family!

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Quality Christian Education

989-453-3330

Thumb Cellular was named best cell phone provider. No. 2 was AT&T and No. 3 was Verizon. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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

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223 E Huron Ave • Bad Axe MI

989-269-9716

Rick & Nick’s was named the best place to buy beer. No. 2 was Brown’s Market and No. 3 was BP in Bad Axe. (Paul P. Adams/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Rick & Nick’s was named best convenience store. No. 2 was Brown’s and No. 3 was BP in Bad Axe. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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

(Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

Wolverine Auto was named the best place for an oil change. No. 2 Oak Beach Auto and No. 3 was Muffler Man. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

B&D Heating & Cooling was named best heating and cooling.

No. 2 was Jake’s Plumbing & Heating and No. 3 was Thumb Heating & Cooling. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANKS FOR VOTING US Congratulations JESSICA BRADE

TO HURON COUNTY’S #1 SERVER

21 YEARS AT BIG BOY!

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Breakfast Bar 7 to 11 am M-F and Weekend Brunch 8-2 Sa & Su! 900 N. VanDyke Rd., Bad Axe • 989-269-9515 1901 W. Caro Rd., Caro • 989-673-7771

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Rick & Nick’s was named best place to buy wine. No. 2 was East Side Party Store and No. 3 was BP in Bad Axe. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Step It Up was named best Dance Studio. No. 2 was Sherry’s Dance Studio and No. 3 was Self Expressions. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 AUTO BODY SHOP! WE APPRECIATE OUR CUSTOMERS! BRIDGE CARDS ACCEPTED

Used & Rebuilt Cars 2300 East Main • Ubly

(989) 658-2410 OWNER: Al Pollum

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

HARBOR BEACH

#1 Attorney Tami Salens

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! It’s a GREAT year to be a PIRATE!

1 Eye Clinic!

Your Business is Appreciated!

Salens & Salens, P.C.

402 S. 5th Street, Harbor Beach, Michigan 48441

Thank you for choosing us as

Thank you for your votes!

125 N. Heisterman Street • Bad Axe • 269-2777 2018

Readers’ Choice WINNER!

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We appreciate your votes!

Dr. Keith J. Messing & Dr. Rita M. Messing

OPTOMETRISTS 1226 Sand Beach Rd. • Bad Axe • 989.269.6222

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LICENSED MASTER PLUMBER & MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR

1173 N. VAN DYKE • BAD AXE

Thank You!

Your votes for my business are greatly appreciated!

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Shetler’s was named best carpet cleaner. No. 2 was Mr. Z and No. 3 was Rainbow Restoration.

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A&D Home Care was named best home care. No. 2 was Alpha Omega Home Care and No. 3 was Heartland Home Care. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR

RACHEL’S!

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1 HEALTHY DINING # 1 OUTDOOR DINING # 1 FRIENDLY SERVICE # 1 LUNCH # 1 ROMANTIC DINNER #

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!

754 N. VAN DYKE BAD AXE 989-269-5000 AccuQuest Hearing Center was named best place to buy hearing aids. No. 2 was Miracle Ear and No. 3 was Beltone. (Paul P. Adams/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Thrift Shop

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

Narayan Rehabilitations & Equipment was named best medical equipment. No. 2 was Sheldon Medical Supplies and No. 3 was Active Health Care Supplies. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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

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ARE YOU SCHEURER? scheurer.org

SCHEURER HOSPITAL | 170 N. CASEVILLE RD | PIGEON, MI | 989.453.3223

PRIMARY CARE CLINICS IN: SEBEWAING, PIGEON, CASEVILLE & ELKTON

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Rick ’s & Nick ’s #1 Convenience Store #1 Place to buy Beer #1 Place to buy Wine 8

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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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LEFT: Erik Lundy of Lundy Financial Services was named best financial advisor. No. 2 was Dale Yoder of Yoder Financial Services, and No. 3 was Mark Krug of Raymond James Financial Services. (Courtesy photo)

BELOW: Team One Credit Union was named best mortgage lender. No. 2 was Northstar Bank, and No. 3 was Chemical Bank. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

Team One Credit Union was named best mortgage lender. No. 2 was Northstar Bank, and No. 3 was Chemical Bank. (Brenda Battel/ Huron Daily Tribune)

OAK BEACH AUTO REPAIR 24 HOUR TOWING & RECOVERY Serving Huron County for over 25 years!

#2 Place For Oil Change #3 Towing

Thank you for your support, we appreciate your business.

We take pride in our service to you!

Serving Caseville and the surrounding area

989-738-5346 989-856-8697 Port Austin

Caseville

989-856-8697 Father Rob Howe of Sacred Heart in Bad Axe was named best pastor. No. 2 was Reggie Courliss of Elkton Missionary Church, and No. 3 was Jerry Sutton of the Bad Axe Free Methodist Church.

(Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 CHILD CARE & #1 PRESCHOOL

We appreciate the privilege of taking care of your children

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Errer’s Home Furnishings was named best place to buy carpet. Pictured are owners Dennis and Penny Errer. No. 2 was Ashley Home Furnishings, and No. 3 was Popham Floor Covering & Furniture. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

Gas Grill Tank Exchange Quality Paints

Available!

• Hardware • Plumbing • Tools • Electrical • Paints & Stains • Lawn & Garden • Household Items • Screen Repair Thank you for your support and business.

#3 Hardware

HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8am-5:30pm & Sat. 8am-4pm

Diva Den was named best place to buy adult clothing. Pictured is store owner Jami Chiotti. No. 2 was Peebles and No. 3 Amy’s.

(Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

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APPLIANCE CENTER • Washers & Dryers • Refrigerators • Stoves

By Whirlpool, GE, Speed Queen, Maytag Delivery Available!

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Yoder Financial Services

Jake Tschirhart of Jake’s Plumbing, Heating & Cooling was named best plumber. No. 2 was Bob Babizewski of Shetler Plumbing & Heating, and No. 3 was Phil Peyerk of Phil’s Plumbing & Heating.

(Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

Dale L. Yoder Financial Advisor 1160 North Van Dyke Road Bad Axe, MI 48413 Phone: 989-269-7062

*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.*

Rose Cooper of Hagle Real Estate was voted best real estate agent.

No. 2 was Casey Bruce of Osentoski Reality. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Big Boy’s was named best children’s menu. No. 2 was McDonald’s and No. 3 was Rachel’s. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Big Boy’s was named best dessert. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was Peppermill. (Bradley Massman/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Thank you for your support! #2 Bakery Full Service Bakery • Breakfast & Daily Lunch Specials

Dinner SpecialS:

Emma’s Coffeehouse was named best cup of coffee. No. 2 was McDonald’s and No. 3 was Chuck’s Coffee in Caseville. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

SERVING A FULL CHILDREN’S MENU

Monday-Saturday 6am-8pm Sunday 8am-3pm 15 South Main Street • Pigeon 989-453-3663 www.mainstreet-cafe.com

TUESDAY: Mexican Fiesta THURSDAY: Oriental Stir Fry FRIDAY: Seafood Buffet

“Thank you”

to all of our voters for choosing us as #1 in Pets Supplies and your #2 Veterinary Office!

DISCOUNT PET STORE Customer Service Is Our Goal

989-269-8389

Come in and check out our new toys and treats for the holidays

Bad Axe Animal Clinic Rachel’s was named best healthy menu. No. 2 was Peppermill and No. 3 was Subway. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

1054 N. Van Dyke • Bad Axe • 989-269-8564 Open Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

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The Gathering Place was named best bar. No. 2 was Verona Tavern and No. 3 was Pete’s Bar. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Emma’s Coffeehouse was named best coffeehouse. No. 2 was Green Clean Bean and No. 3 was Chuck’s Coffee in Caseville. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

The Gathering Place was named best mixed drinks. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was Franklin Inn. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

The Gathering Place was named best sports bar. No. 2 was Wooded Island and No. 3 was Smalley’s. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! I appreciate your business!

Thank you for all your votes we appreciate your business.

Sheer Designs

BRINING & NARTKER, PC

Lisa Susalla OWNER

Certified Public Accountants

989-269-5031

344 N. SILVER ST. • BAD AXE, MI 48413

64 Westland Drive • Bad Axe

HAIR CUTS • COLOR • HIGHLIGHTS • PERMS MASSAGE • ENERGY WORK • WAXING

989-269-9909

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES!

Thank you for choosing us as your #1 Electrician!

Your Electrical Connection Since 1975

We appreciate your business!

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Fast, Reliable, High Speed Internet

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

989-269-2306 sales@m3isp.com

Your votes are appreciated! Thank you for voting!

Come Enjoy Our Course!

Ubly Heights Golf & Country Club

YOUR CHOICE IN GOLF 2409 E. Atwater Rd., Ubly • 989-658-2374

We appreciate our customers!

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Dr. Sandy L. Behnke, D.C.

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

Thank you!

Phone: 989-550-4402

@livesimplychiropractic

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Rachel’s was named best place for lunch. No. 2 was Franklin Inn and No. 3 was China King. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Rachel’s was named best outdoor dining. No. 2 was The Gathering Place and No. 3 was Franklin Inn. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Thank you for voting us

#1 Car Dealership

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Big Boy’s was named best place for soup. No. 2 was Peppermill and No. 3 was Franklin Inn. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Jess Brade, from Big Boy’s, was named best waitress. No. 2 was Joane Schave. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Flannery Auto Mall would like to thank the community for their continued support. We want to thank all the employees for caring so much about our We greatly customers and appreciate working so hard your votes! everyday.

1225 SAND BEACH RD. • BAD AXE, MI 48413 989.269.9781•866.383.6644 • www.flanneryautomall.com Bad Axe Club Fitness was named the best gym/fitness center. No. 2 was Complete Fitness and No. 3 was Sandy Shores. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Elkton Missionary Church was named best place of worship. No. 2 was Sacred Heart and No. 3 was Bad Axe Free Methodist. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

Thank You For Your Support “Serving all of your landscape, asphalt, maintenance & snow plowing needs!”

#1 Snow Removal #2 Lawn Care

Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress was named best place to buy mattresses. No. 2 was Ashley Home Furnishings and No. 3 was Errer’s Home Furnishings. (Paul P. Adams/Huron Daily Tribune)

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We as New Owners Craig & Daisy Harris Invite You to Come Enjoiy the Atmosphere Pete’s Bar...Where no great story ever started with a salad.

Convenient location downtown Bad Axe Good drinks, good food, great times Shuffleboard, darts, pool, and A-holes Par-T golf in the lower level Like us on Facebook and find out about all of our special events

Thank you for your votes.

We appreciate our customers!

Annie Simon of Bay Port State Bank was named best bank teller.

No. 2 was Cathy Schuette of Frankenmuth Credit Union and No. 3 Kelsey Brown of Team One Credit Union. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Mark Kerr of Ordus Ford was named best car salesperson. No. 2 was Dan Braden of Wolverine Auto Brokers, Inc. and No. 3 Brad Janks of Ordus Ford Lincoln Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram. (Brenda Battel/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Sales & Salens was named best attorney. Pictured, from left, are Tami Salens, Michelle Siev and Walt Salens. No. 2 was Liz Weisenbach and No. 3 was Ferris & Schwedler PC. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Thank You for choosing us as the #1 High school # 2 teacher Mrs. Stapleton & # 3 Brad Roth

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

Team One Credit Union was named best bank/credit union. No. 2 was Northstar Bank and No. 3 was Bay Port State Bank. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

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A big Thank You for voting for Bay Port State Bank and Annie Simon!

We appreciate all the votes and look forward to serving our communities.

Service Community Commitment

BAY PORT STATE BANK

Meeting your needs today and tomorrow BAD AXE • 796 N. Van Dyke 989-269-3195 BAY PORT • 9840 Main St. 989-656-2231 PIGEON • 1 S. Caseville Rd. 989-453-2225

Your locally owned and operated Community Bank for 122 years!

www.bayportstatebank.com Peppers was named best place to buy nachos. No. 2 was El Rio, and No. 3 was Verona Tavern. (Brenda Battel/Huron Daily Tribune)

ATM in 8 Thumb Area Locations.

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Bad Axe High School was named the best high school. No. 2 was Lakers High School and No. 3 was Harbor Beach High School. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Leading the Great Lakes Area in

Agri-Business Accounting

#1 Place to Buy Furniture #1 Home Decorating #2 Place To Buy Carpet #2 Place To Buy Mattress

We are proud that you trust us to help you make your home beautiful!

Certified Public Accountants Pigeon, MI

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Voted #1 Tire Shop 8th Year in a Row!

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Across from McDonald’s McDonald’s

Huron’s Finest was named best place to buy produce. No. 2 was McDonald’s Food & Family and No. 3 was Port Austin Farmers Market. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT. # 1 CPA

Thank you for all your Votes!

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850 North Van Dyke Bad Axe, MI • 989-269-9509 FREE LAYAWAY

Next to Sears Appliance & Hardware — DELIVERY AVAILABLE —

continued support!

We appreciate your business!

MATTICE’S TIRE SHOP 989-269-8471

620 E. Huron Ave. • BAD AXE

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Peppermill was named best place for breakfast. No. 2 was Big Boy’s and No. 3 was McDonald’s Food & Family. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Franklin Inn was named best buffet. No. 2 was China King and No. 3 was Big Boy’s.

(Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

McDonald’s Catering Connection was named best caterer. No. 2 was Diane Volmering and No. 3 was Rachel’s. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Franklin Inn was named best place for happy hour. No. 2 was The Gathering Place and No. 3 was Rachel’s. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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THANK YOU TO OUR #1 PATRONS FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT! THANK YOU ALSO TO OUR STAFF FOR PROVIDING #1 SERVICE!

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU!!

EAT - DRINK - SMILE THE GATHERING PLACE 898 N VAN DYKE RD, BAD AXE 989-269-8888

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Huron Medical Care Facility was named best business with friendly employees.

No. 2 was Agri-Valley Services and No. 3 was McDonald’s Food & Family. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Franklin Inn was named best banquet facility. No. 2 was Knights of Columbus and No. 3 was Ubly Heights Golf & Country Club. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Top of the Hill Collision, Inc.

Thank you for voting us #1 Towing and #2 Auto Repair.

We appreciate your business!

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

329 Industrial Pkwy Harbor Beach

989-479-6870 www.topofthehillcollision.com

Nietzke & Faupel was named best CPA. No. 2 was Brining & Nartker and No. 3 was Art Micklash. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Thanks for choosing us

#1 for kitchen cabinets

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We Appreciate Your Votes!

D&M Cabinet Shop, Inc.

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

989.479.9271

Thanks for all your votes!

We appreciate you.

377 Main St. • Downtown Kinde

(989) 874-4070

Visit: www.kindepastahouse.com

View our menu and all we have to offer.

Elizabeth V. Weisenbach

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

1 In Alterations!

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2224 Main St. • Ubly 989.658.8471 ~ Deb Essenmacher & Amy Schulter ~

Thank you for your votes!

This is truly an honor!

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Roland’s Paint& More

Your Satisfaction Assured

A Big Thank You

to our Loyal Customers for voting for us as your favorite place to buy paint.

Jim & Debbie Roland

120 E. Huron • Bad axE 989.269.6300

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Franklin Inn was named best place for steak. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was Verona Tavern. (Courtesy Photo)

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Sandy Behnke was named best chiropractor. No. 2 was Dr. Dennis Crowley and No. 3 was Julia Deer.

(Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Huron’s Finest was named best place to buy meat. No. 2 was McDonald’s Food & Family and No. 3 was Wal-Mart. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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ABOVE: Huron Medical Care Facility was named best nursing home. No. 2 was Courtney Manor and No. 3 was Country Gardens. (Bradley Massman/ Huron Daily Tribune)

Josh Gebauer was named best grocery cashier. No. 2 was Jackie Heiden and No. 3 was Todd Brown. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

RIGHT: Thumb Industries was named best thrift store. No. 2 was Goodwill Industries and No. 3 was Helping Hands.

(Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Huron Medical Care Facility was named best physical therapy. No. 2 was Narayan Rehabilitation and No. 3 was McLaren Thumb Region. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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At Your Bark & Call was named best pet groomer. No. 2 was Sue Rivard. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Hart’s Florist was named best place to buy flowers. No. 2 was Buds & Blossoms and No. 3 was Country Cottage. (Bradley Massman/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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McDonald’s Food & Family was named best place to buy groceries.

No. 2 was Huron’s Finest. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Mattice Tire was named best place to buy tires. No. 2 was Braden Tire and No. 3 was Bad Axe Tire. (Tribune File Photo)

Rachel’s was named best place for friendly service. No. 2 was McDonald’s Food & Family and No. 3 was Big Boy’s. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

Huron Medical Care Facility was named best place to work. No. 2 was Agri-Valley Communications and No. 3 was McDonald’s Food & Family. (Bradley Massman/Huron Daily Tribune)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! #1 Caterer #1 Place to buy Groceries #1 Grocery Cashier-Josh Gebauer #2 Grocery Cashier-Jackie Heiden #2 Cup of Coffee

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The Verona Tavern was named the best place for fish. No. 2 was Rachel’s and No. 3 was the Franklin Inn. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Jason Lermont, of Harbor Beach, was named best EMT. No. 2 was Beth Swartzendruber and No. 3 was Diane Bittner. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

Glenn Cook was named the best police officer. No. 2 was Mike Anderson and No. 3 was Kevin Knoblock. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Jason Lermont was named best firefighter. No. 2 was Justin Kociba and No. 3 was Aaron Dubs. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Dr. Charles Christensen was named best pediatrician. No. 2 was Joann Kapa. (Mike Gallagher/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Esch Landscaping was named best snow removal. No. 2 was Errer’s Snow Removal and No. 3 was John Janik. (Submitted Photo)

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Grindstone General Store was named best ice cream. No. 2 was Rybak’s Ice Cream Store and No. 3 was Chill Zone. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

Dr. Justin Straight was named best dentist. No. 2 was Dr. Hirn and No. 3 was Dr. VanDeVelde. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Joe’s Pizzeria was named best pizza. No. 2 was Pizza Hut and No. 3 was Hungry Howie’s. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Sonshine Kids Daycare was named best child care. No. 2 was Early Years Preschool and No. 3 was Discovery Center. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

#2 in Car Dealership & Car Dealer, Tires and Auto Body

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China King was named best ethnic food. No. 2 was Pepper’s Mexican Grill and No. 3 was Rachel’s. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Tri-County Equipment was named best farm implement dealer. No. 2 was Osentoski Farm Equipment and No. 3 was J&D Implement.

(Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Verona Hills Golf Club was named best golf course. No. 2 was Century Oaks Golf Course and No. 3 was Ubly Heights Golf Course. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Maurer Electric was named best electrician. No. 2 was Wright Electric and No. 3 was Zimmerman Electric. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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Holiday Inn was named best hotel. No. 2 was Franklin Inn and No. 3 was Econo Lodge. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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McVey Insurance was named best insurance agency. No. 2 was Eilbers Insurance and No. 3 was Finan & Schmidt Agency. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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McKenzie Jewelers was named best jeweler. No. 2 was Michael’s Jewelry and No. 3 was Walmart. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

D&M Cabinet Shop was named best kitchen cabinets. No. 2 was Timothy Lalley Kitchens and No. 3 was Steven’s Cabinetry. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Lee’s Landscaping was named best landscaper. No. 2 was Green Acre Landscaping and No. 3 was Dirty Time Landscaping. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Green Acre Landscaping was named best lawn care. No. 2 was Esch Landscaping and No. 3 was Dirty Time Landscaping. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Your votes are greatly appreciated! Thanks for your business!

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Walgreen’s was named best pharmacy. No. 2 was Walmart and No. 3 was Scheurer Pharmacy. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Lee’s Landscaping was named best nursery/garden center. No. 2 was Errer’s Greenhouse and No. 3 was Hilltop Nursery. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

The Gift Department was named most unique store. No. 2 was Diva Den and No. 3 was Indigo Blue. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Thank You for voting me #1 Builder I appreciate your votes.

If you’re planning a pole barn, concrete, or new construction, contact us today for a free consultation, and get inspired by the possibilities!

Ace Hardware was named best hardware. No. 2 was Pigeon Hardware and No. 3 was Thumb Hardware. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

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Ashley Home Furnishings was named best home decorating. No. 2 was Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress and No. 3 was Errer’s Home Furnishings. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Ashley Home Furnishings was named best place to buy furniture. No. 2 was Godwin’s Furniture & Mattress and No. 3 was Errer’s Home Furnishings. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

Ace Hardware was named best place to buy paint. No. 2 was Roland’s Paint & More and No. 3 was Caseville True Value Hardware. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Buckley Shoes was named best place to buy shoes.

No. 2 was The Shoe Dept. and No. 3 was Peebles. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Sonshine Kids Daycare was named best preschool.

No. 2 was Cross Lutheran School and No. 3 was Huron Learning Center. (Seth Stapleton/Huron Daily Tribune)

Ace Hardware was named best retail store. No. 2 was Diva Den and No. 3 was Peebles. (Seth Stapleton/ Huron Daily Tribune)

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EAST SIDE PARTY STORE, LLC Your full service beverage supplier!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES!

YOUR BUSINESS IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Beer–Keg, Bottle or Can Soft Drinks, Juices, Wine & Liquor, Mixers, Ice, Cups & More!

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#1 Nursing Home #1 Place To Work #1 Business w/Friendly Staff

#1 Nurse Kristina Kozlowski

#2 Nurse Ashley Streussnig

Thank You For Your Support!

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THANK YOU HURON COUNTY!

We are honored to receive this support from our community.

Congratulations to our Reader’s Choice Award Winners! #2 Pediatrician

#3 Pediatrics

Charlie Christensen, DO

Joann Kapa, FNP-BC

#3 Favorite Nurse

#3 Physical Therapy

Cheryl Rice, RN

Deanna Dumaw, PTA Amanda Strieter, DPT Denise Warczinsky, DPT Sharon Fassett, PTA