2021 Herald Review People's Choice Awards

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The people have voted

The results are in!

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table of contents Automotive Services

Places

Auto Body Shop...........................................................3 Auto Parts Store...........................................................3 Car/Auto Repair Shop.................................................3 Place for an Oil Change..............................................3 Tire Store........................................................................3

Business with Friendly Employees...........................7 Locally Owned Business.............................................7 New BusinessOutdoor Activity.................................7 Place to Work................................................................7

Business & Professional Services Accountant ...................................................................4 Bank/Credit Union.......................................................4 Barber ............................................................................4 Barber Shop..................................................................4 Beauty Salon.................................................................4 Children’s Daycare.......................................................4 Divorce & Family Law Attorney ................................4 Insurance Agent ..........................................................4 Nail Salon.......................................................................4 Pet Groomer .................................................................4 Real Estate Agency......................................................4 Real Estate Agent ........................................................4 Stylist ..............................................................................5 Tax Preparer/Service/Bookkeeping.........................5 Title Company..............................................................5 Veterinarian ..................................................................5

Health & Fitness Assisted Living..............................................................5 Dentist ...........................................................................5 Nursing Homes............................................................5 Optometrist...................................................................5 Pediatrician....................................................................6 Vision Center.................................................................6

Home Services Apartment Complex...................................................6 Carpet Cleaning...........................................................6 Construction Company..............................................6 Contractor.....................................................................6 Electrician......................................................................6 Heating and Air Conditioning...................................6 Home Builder................................................................6 Plumber.........................................................................6 Septic Tank and System Cleaning............................6

Restaurant Food & Beverage Bakery.............................................................................8 Bar...................................................................................8 Bartender.......................................................................8 Breakfast Spot...............................................................8 Brewery..........................................................................8 Buffet..............................................................................8 Burgers...........................................................................8 Carry Out........................................................................8 Caterer............................................................................8 Dessert...........................................................................9 Donuts............................................................................9 Family Friendly.............................................................9 Fish Fry...........................................................................9 French Fries...................................................................9 Happy Hour...................................................................9 Margaritas......................................................................9 Outdoor Dining/Patio.................................................9 Pizza................................................................................9 Place to Buy Deli Meat and Cheese.........................9 Restaurant.....................................................................9 Restaurant for Friendly Service.................................9 Salad...............................................................................9 Sandwich.......................................................................9 Soup............................................................................. 10 Sports Bar................................................................... 10 Waiter/Waitress ........................................................ 10

Shopping Feed Store .................................................................. 10 Florist .......................................................................... 10 Garden Center Greenhouse/Plants/Nursery ..... 10 Gift Shop .................................................................... 10 Grocery Store ............................................................ 11 Home Décor .............................................................. 11 Provisioning Center/Dispensaries ........................ 11 Resale/Thrift Shop ................................................... 11

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Automotive Services

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ust about everyone needs automotive services at some point, particularly in a car-centric community like Osceola 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 fall months, you may have been able to

“coast” a little in terms of upkeep on your car. But now that winter is here with the frigid weather, 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.

Auto Body Shop

Auto Parts Store

Car/Auto Repair Shop

Place for an Oil Change

Tire Store

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Barnett’s Auto Repair Schooley Auto Repair

Phil’s County Line Service Schooley Auto Repair

Gondek’s Body & Frame LLC Finalists

Barnett’s Auto Repair Reedy Auto

Reed City Parts Plus Finalists

Evart Parts Plus Carquest

thank you to the community for voting us number one in the following categories: • Family Friendly • pizza • restaurant • Buffet • Carry out • salad • sandwich Mon-thu: 11aM - 10pM Fri-sat: 11aM - 11pM sun: 12pM - 9 pM

Reed City Tire Reed City Tire Edstrom’s Center Center Neighborhood Finalists Finalists Garage Finalists

Reedy Auto Chet’z Auto Repair

We are proud to serve the community with excellent food & service and continue to strive to be your number one restaurant of choice!

Baldwin

751 Michigan avenue | 231.745.2727

Evart

790 W. 7th Street | 231.734.9919

rEEd City

113 S. cheStnut | 231.832.3216

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Business & Professional Services W

hen 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 realtor, an accountant, an attorney, an architect, an insurance agent, or any of the other myriad of professional services found in Osceola County or any other com-

munity.

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.

Accountant

Bank/Credit Union

Barber

Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Crossroads Business ServicesSusan Toogood Finalists

Lake Osceola State Bank Adams

Blown Away Salon

Blown Away Salon

Finalists

Finalists

Heather Hammar Missy powel

South Main St. Salon Just Kutz, Reed City, MI

South Main St. Salon Bright Lights Salon

Lake-Osceola Autumn Duey State Bank South Main St. Salon Finalists West Michigan Credit Union Huntington Bank

Finalists

Children’s Daycare

Divorce & Family Law Attorney

Insurance Agent

Nail Salon

Pet Groomer

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Newbees Finalists

Kiddie Klub House Rainbow Licensed Day Care

Talaske Law Office Finalists

Law Office of Stacy Flanery McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous, PC

Real Estate Agency

Real Estate Agent

WINNER

WINNER

Finalists

Tricia Wirth with Results Real Estate

Dreams Realty

Finalists

Century 21

Danielle

Results Real Estate

WilliamsResults Real Estate, LLC Stacey Heckard

Rich Sheldon, State Farm Insurance Finalists

Dan Lee, Farm Bureau

Blown Away Salon

Happy Tails Pet Grooming

Finalists

Finalists

Nail Envy By Amanda

Misty Hodges

Details

Abby Kiekover Hinkle-Witbeck

Liz at The Familiar Dog Grooming

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Honest & Fair Prices

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Business & Professional Services Stylist

Tax Preparer/Service/ Bookkeeping

Title Company

Veterinarian

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Heather Hammar Finalists

Casey Huber South Main St. Salon Missy PowellBlown Away Salon

Crossroads Business Services-Susan Toogood Finalists

Adams H&R Block

Surveyors Title of Osceola County

Country Veterinary Service

Finalist

Witt Lawrence J DVM

Gateway Title Co

Finalists

Pet Hospital & Pet Motel

Health & Fitness L

ooking to stay healthy and get fit?

Luckily, Osceola County has plenty of options to choose from.

Many people in Osceola County 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 plenty of 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 Osceola County.

Assisted Living

Dentist

WINNER

WINNER

Finalist

Finalists

Royal View

Evart Dentistry

Reed City Reed City Fields Assisted Dental Health Care Living

My Dental Healthcare

Nursing Homes

Optometrist

WINNER

WINNER

Precision iCare Spectrum Rehab Nursing Finalists Dr. Julie Reed City Finalists

Reed City Fields Autumnwood of McBain

Hanson

Family Optometric Center

Thank you for voting us #1 Vision Center and Optometrist!

115 W. Upton Ave. • Reed City, MI • 231-832-3133 • www.precision-i-care.com

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Health & Fitness Pediatrician

Vision Center

WINNER

WINNER

Dr. Wickens, Reed City

Precision iCare

Finalists

Family Optometric Center

Ryan Mallo, Evart Family Practice Dr. Augustin Dolorfino, MD

Finalists

Reimer Eye Center

Home Services

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sceola 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 concrete or asphalt for driveways.

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

Apartment Complex

Carpet Cleaning

Construction Company

Contractor

Electrician

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Crossroads Finalists

Meadowview Apartments Stoney Creek Apartments

Xtream Cleaning Finalists

Complete Cleaning & Restoration Sunshine Carpeting

Gerber Construction Co

Gerber Construction Co

Finalists

Finalists

Olds Construction

Olds Construction

Northern Castle Homes

Todd Ruppert ConstructionTustin

Heating and Air Conditioning

Home Builder

Plumber

Septic Tank and System Cleaning

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Finalists

Olds Construction

Phelps Plumbing

Phelps

Finalists

Finalists

Greg Miles Heating

Northern Castle Homes

Rite Choice Plumbing and Heating Inc

Todd Ruppert Construction

Rite Choice Plumbing and Heating Inc

ELI HVAC

Roberts Steven

Advanced Drain Line Solutions Finalists

Routley’s Septic Services Marty’s Septic Services

Tom Deline Finalists

Brian Kanouse Dan Zelinski Electric

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PLACES

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hese places are near, but they’ll take you far: from walking trails to wedding venues, holiday necessities and every day 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!

Depending on the occasion, local music lovers can enjoy live performances that span musical genres from jazz and choral arrangements to funk and punk rock.

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

Business with Friendly Employees

Locally Owned Business

New Business

Outdoor Activity

Place to Work

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Ebels General Store

Ebels General Store

Finalists

Blown Away Salon Results Real Estate

White Pine Trail

Ebels General Store

Finalists

Finalists

Finalists

Crossroads Business Services

Art Festival, Evart

Reed City Brewing Company

Blown Away Salon

Ebels General Store

Untamed Archery

Seven Slot Grille

"Best Childcare Center"!

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Restaurant Food & Beverage

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sceola County has a wide array of dining options to satisfy anyone’s appetites or quell a parched throat.

Peoples’ Choice will highlight the vibrant local food scene here in the area.

Residents could start out with a plethora of burger and smoke barbecue joints in the city. Or perhaps they could stop by places to grab a sandwich.

Residents don’t have to leave the city to get a taste of global cuisine. The variety of food cultures repre-

sented in Osceola County is vast.

Anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth could stop by candy stores and bake shops as well. Ice cream parlors exist within Osceola County also for those looking for a cooler treat.

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 bars, there is something to satisfy their parched throats.

Bakery

Bar

Bartender

Breakfast Spot

Brewery

WINNER

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WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Seven Slot Grille Finalists

White Stone Bakery Reed City

Sunny’s Sports Courtney Bar & Grill Murphy - Reed City Brewery Finalists Sixth and Main

Finalists

Horseshoe Bar

Jackie Taylor Tonya Horseshoe Bar

The Pie wHole

Buffet

Burgers

WINNER

WINNER

Pompeii’s Finalists

Mr Pibs Restaurant H&D Chuckwagon

Buckboard Bar and Grille

H&D Chuckwagon Mr Pibs Restaurant

Finalists

Cranker’s Brewery Four Leaf Brewing

ThANK YOU

Osceola County for voting us

#1 Plumbing

Sunny’s Sports Bar & Grill Reed City Brewing Company

Caterer

WINNER

WINNER

Dairy Depot

Pere Marquette Bistro & Catering

China King

Finalists

Finalists

Finalists

Reed City Brewing Company

Finalists

Carry Out

Pompeii’s

Seven Slot Grille

Mr Pibs Restaurant Subway

PhelPs

Plumbing & heating, Inc 17358 Meceola Rd. • Hersey

(231) 349-2307

herbertbphelps@gmail.com • Brad Phelps, Owner

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Restaurant Food & Beverage Dessert

Donuts

Family Friendly

Fish Fry

French Fries

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

H&D Chuckwagon

Pompeii’s

Finalists

Wesco

Seven Slot Grille

Foster’s Super Market

Mr Pibs Restaurant

Happy Hour

Margaritas

WINNER

WINNER

Dairy Depot Finalists

Pere Marquette Bistro & Catering River Junction

Finalists

Travelers Bar & Grill

McDonalds

Finalists

Reed City Brewing Company

Wright’s Last Chance Saloon River Junction

River Junction

Outdoor Dining/ Patio

Pizza

Place to Buy Deli Meat and Cheese

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Pompeii’s

Buck Board Bar

Chase Creek Smokehouse

Chase Creek Smokehouse

Finalists

Finalists

Finalists

Pizza in Paris

Horseshoe Bar

Sunny’s Sports Bar & Grill

Reed City Brewing Company

River Junction

Sixth & Main

River Junction Sixth & Main

Restaurant

Restaurant for Friendly Service

WINNER

WINNER

Pompeii’s Finalists

Reed City Brewing Company Sunny’s Sports Bar & Grill

Reed City Brewing Company Finalists

Seven Slot Grille Pere Marquette Bistro & Catering

Salad

Sandwich

WINNER

WINNER

Pompeii’s

Pompeii’s

Finalist

Finalists

Pere Marquette Bistro & Catering

Reed City Brewing Company Subway

Finalists

Sunny’s Sports Bar & Grill

Finalists

Ebel’s General Store Finalists

Ashton General Store J&A Grocery

Thank you for voting us as the #1 Septic Tank & System Cleaning Service!

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Restaurant Food & Beverage Soup

Sports Bar

Waiter/Waitress

WINNER

WINNER

WINNER

Ebels General Sunny’s Sports Garrett Bar & Grill Store Murphy Reed City Brewing Finalists Finalists Buckboard Bar Mr. Pibs Co Seven Slot Grille

and Grille

Sixth & Main

Finalists

Jackie Taylor Tonya Horseshoe Bar

Shopping

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etail shops are a dime a dozen when it comes to our region.

From Evart to Reed City, our region does not come up short when it comes to offering a diverse set of stop and shops. There are boutiques to storefronts with products from jewelry to outdoor gear.

While online businesses

welcomed virtual customers throughout the pandemic, our brick-andmortar businesses have continuously adapted to various customer’s needs.

Some businesses incorporated curbside services to offer a safe convenience during social distancing efforts.

Feed Store

Florist

WINNER

WINNER

Reed City Feed & Supply

Patterson’s Flowers

Finalists

Finalists

Morgan Composting Inc

Evart Floral Boutique Christie’s Potting Shed

Gib’s Super City

Garden Center Greenhouse/ Plants/Nursery WINNER

Shore Nursery Finalists

Q’s Grocery LLC. Christie’s Potting Shed

We ThAnk The communiTy for All Their voTes!

Gift Shop WINNER

HomeTown Pharmacy Reed City Finalists

Magnolia Boutique & Gifts Christie’s Potting Shed

Tax Preparation, Accounting & Payroll Susan Toogood

21719 Howard Street, Reed City, MI 49677 231-832-2573 WWW.CBSTAXRC.COM

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Shopping Grocery Store

Home Décor

WINNER

WINNER

Finalists

Finalists

Ashton General Store

Yoder’s of Tustin

Foster’s Super Market

Holmes Wood Products

Provisioning Center/ Dispensaries

Resale/Thrift Shop

Ebels General Her Ideas & His Creations Store

WINNER

Lume Cannabis Co

WINNER

Inc. Spot Finalists

Friends Ministry Thrift Store (Evart) The W.I.S.E

Welcome to We are honored to be recognized as people’s choice award recipients for three categories! Best salon, barber shop, and nail salon. in addition we were finalists in other categories, Heather Hammar, (barber), missy powell, (stylist), business with a friendly staff, and locally owned business. our staff is committed to always provide you with our best expert service! thank you from us all!

106 West Upton Ave. reed city, mi 49677 1.231.465.4000

THANK YOU TO THE COMMUNITY FOR VOTING US NUMBER ONE!

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Congratulations to all of our Winners!