2020 Mecosta County People's Choice Awards

People’s Choice Winners

The people have voted.

The results are in!

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ATV/Motorsports/Boats Equipment

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Announcing the 2020 People’s Choice Winners!

Arts & Entertainment Best Attraction

Winner: Riverwalk Second Place: School Section Lake Veteran’s Park Third Place: Dragon Trail at Hardy Dam Honorable Mentions: Bulldog Cinema; Hank Todd’s Pond; Brutus Dog Park; Pocket Park

Best Family Entertainment

Winner: School Section Lake Veteran’s Park Second Place: Bulldog Cinema Third Place: The Gate Honorable Mentions: Stage-M; Tuba Bach; Bob Aldrich B-1039; Rob & Louise on Big Country 100.9

Best Festival

Winner: Wheatland Music Organization Second Place: Festival of the Arts Third Place: Barryton Lilac Festival Honorable Mentions: Blues Brews and BBQ; Ribfest; Tuba Bach

Best Local Band

Winner: Damned by Dawn Second Place: The Balsam Brothers Third Place: The Turnips Honorable Mentions: Stuttering Mutts; Deadlight Holiday

Best Local Event

Winner: Mecosta County Fair Second Place: Labor Day Craft Show Third Place: Wheatland Music Organization Honorable Mentions: Grunst Brothers Wine Tasting; Taste of Mecosta; Tuba Bach

People’s People’s Choice Choic Best Best PlumberPlumber

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Best Movie Theater

Winner: Bulldog Cinema Second Place: AMC CLASSIC Big Rapids 4

Best Nightclub

Best Outdoor Event

Winner: Mecosta County Fair Second Place: Wheatland Music Organization Third Place: Pocket Part Concert Series Honorable Mentions: Summer Concert Series Hemlock Park BR; Canadian Lakes Summer Series at Pierce Park; Music on the River, Mecosta

Best Tourist Spot

Winner: Riverwalk Second Place: Paris Fish Hatchery Third Place: School Section Lake Veteran’s Park Honorable Mentions: Brower Park; Cardinal Spa and Massage; Brutus Dog Park

Winner: Two Hats Ranch Second Place: Clear Lake Golf Third Place: Holiday Inn, Big Rapids Honorable Mentions: Artworks; CK’s Place Banquet Facility; Fraternal Order of Eagles

Thank you for voting for us in the • Best Independent Restaurant (2nd Place) • Best Takeout (2nd Place) • Best Family Restaurant (Honorable Mention) • Best Bakery (Honorable Mention) • Best Hot Dog (Honorable Mention) • Best Salad (Honorable Mention) •Best Sub Sandwich (Honorable Mention) Categories

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Winner: Star Shooter’s Bar & Restaurant Second Place: Sawmill Saloon Third Place: The Rooster Saloon, Chippewa Lake Honorable Mentions: The Buff; Murphy’s Bar

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Eating & Drinking Best Bakery

Winner: Conley’s Bakery Second Place: Van Brocklin’s Bakery Third Place: The Pie Hole Honorable Mentions: Three Girls Bakery; Bernie’s Place; Pizza in Paris

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Best Bar

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Best Bartender

Burgers: It's What We Do!

WE APPRECIATE YOU MECOSTA COUNTY

Best of Michigan’s Top Ten Burgers!

12 Beers on Tap! Awesome Dinners Starting at 5pm!

Thank you Mecosta County for voting us: Best Bar Best Place for Take-Out Best French Fries Best Hamburger Best Pub Food Best Independent Business

231-796-5333

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11am-11pm • Closed Sunday

Historic Downtown Big Rapids

109 N. Michigan Ave.

OffICE: 231-796-8631 fAx: 231-796-8673 Premium Diesel Fuel • Highway & Off Road • Heating Fuel Gasoline • Kerosene • Propane

Thank You for voting us Mecosta County’s Favorite Propane Company! www.MichaelOilAndPropane.com 18655 Northland Dr., Old U.S. 131, Big Rapids

Winner: Alamode Cafe Second Place: Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery Third Place: K J’s Family Restaurant Honorable Mentions: Wild Rose Cafe; Williams Cafe; Bob Evans

Best Brewery

Winner: Raven Brewing & BBQ Second Place: Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery

Best Buffet

Winner: The Rock Cafe Second Place: China One buffet Third Place: Toppings Frozen Yogurt Honorable Mention: Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery

Best Catering

Winner: Ferris State University Second Place: BR Lunch Box Third Place: Three Girls Bakery Honorable Mentions: Antlers Fireside Grill; Nawal’s Mediterranean Grille; Blue Lake Tavern

Best Chef

Winner: Jon King, Schuberg’s Second Place: Colton Dillree, Two Hats Third Place: Joel King, Blue Cow Honorable Mentions: Keegan Helpler, Szots; Jake Justice, Blue Lake Tavern; Ann, Murphy’s Bar; Phillip Fowler, William’s Cafe

Best Chicken Wings

231-796-8681

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Winner: Katie Johnson, Winery at Young Farms Second Place: Abby Hepler, Szots Third Place: Ashley, Antlers Third Place: Eme Jeffreys, Rooster Saloon Honorable Mentions: Devon Byron, Remus Tavern; Stacey Wilber, The Gate

Best Breakfast

MICHAEL OIL & PROPANE 18655 Northland Dr., Big Rapids, MI 49307

Winner: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Second Place: Gypsy Nickel Lounge Second Place: Szots Honorable Mentions: Murphy’s Bar; Rooster Saloon; Sawmill Saloon

Winner: Buffalo Wild Wings Second Place: Rooster Saloon Third Place: Gypsy Nickel Honorable Mentions: Antlers Fireside Grill; Applebee’s Grill + Bar; Pizza Hut

Best Cocktails

2020

Thank you Mecosta County for voting us your Best Electrician.

We look forward to servicing you in 2021

616-550-3348

Winner: Gypsy Nickel Lounge Second Place: Antlers Fireside Grill Third Place: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Honorable Mentions: Applebee’s Grill + Bar; Szots Bar & Grill; The Rooster Saloon

Best Coffee

Winner: BIGGBY COFFEE Second Place: The Corner Cup Coffeehouse Third Place: Bernie’s Place Honorable Mentions: The Backroom Coffee; Starbucks at Ferris State; Corner Cafe

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Best Deli

Winner: Fatbelly Deli & Creamery Second Place: Meijer Third Place: Mackersie Brothers Honorable Mentions: Hixson’s Family Market; Fate’s Food Market; Three Girls Bakery

Best Desserts

Winner: The Pie Hole Second Place: Kilwins, Big Rapids Third Place: Conley’s Bakery Honorable Mentions: Kings Trading Post Party Store; Three Girls Bakery; Nawal’s Mediterranean Grille; Toppings Frozen Yogurt

Best Dinner

Thank you for voting for me in the 2020 election, giving me the privilege of being your Sheriff in our great County of Mecosta. In addition, I’d like to thank those who voted me People’s Choice Winner: Favorite elected official. It is very humbling to know the faith and confidence people have in me and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

None of this happens without the love and support of my family and those close to me, including my campaign committee, who so generously contributed their time and effort to the election.

Winner: Blue Lake Tavern Second Place: Antlers Fireside Grill Third Place: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Honorable Mentions: Blue Cow; William’s Cafe; MOE-Z-INN

Best Donuts

Winner: Van Brocklin’s Bakery Second Place: Conley’s Bakery Third Place: Bernie’s Place Honorable Mentions: Wesco; Hixson’s Family Market; Meijer

Best Family Restaurant

Winner: El Burrito Second Place: Williams Cafe Third Place: K J’s Family Restaurant Honorable Mentions: Antlers Fireside Grill; Fatbelly Deli & Creamery; Pizza in Paris

Best Fast Food

Winner: Culver’s Second Place: A&W Third Place: Panera Bread, Big Rapids Third Place: Taco Bell Honorable Mentions: Qdoba; Schuberg’s Bar & Grill

Best Fish Fry

Winner: MOE-Z-INN Second Place: St Michael Catholic Church Third Place: Williams Cafe Honorable Mentions: Blue Lake Tavern; Big Rapids Eagles; Wrights Last Chance Saloon

Being an effective leader involves listening to the community you are serving and following through on any concerns for the betterment of all that are involved. You have entrusted me and the members of this office with the important responsibility of serving and protecting the lives of those who live in Mecosta County. This is something we will take with great pride.

The foundation and people in place at the Mecosta County Sheriff’s Office will continue to work for you to keep our community one where you feel safe raising your family. A place where people of all ages can count on a future.Thanks again for your consideration and the privilege I have to serve you.

Brian Miller | Mecosta County Sheriff

Thank You Mecosta County for Voting

Laura Whaley Best Registered Nurse

Best French Fries

Winner: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Second Place: McDonald’s Third Place: Culver’s Honorable Mentions: A & W; Rooster Saloon; Gypsy Nickel Lounge; Murphy’s Bar

Best Fried Chicken

Winner: KFC Second Place: Krispy Krunchy Chicken at Citgo, Rogers Heights Third Place: Fate’s Food Market Honorable Mentions: Rooster Saloon; Hixson’s Family Market; MOE-Z-INN

Best Hamburger

Winner: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Second Place: Szots Bar & Grill Third Place: Murphy’s Bar Honorable Mentions: Antlers Fireside Grill; Culver’s; The Rooster Saloon

Best Happy Hour

Winner: Applebee’s Grill + Bar Second Place: Gypsy Nickel Lounge Third Place: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Honorable Mentions: Szots Bar & Grill; Murphy’s Bar; The Rooster Saloon

R Royal View V Retirement Community Services and Amenities 9100 Buchanan Rd., Mecosta (Canadian Lakes Area)

231-972-6600

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Best Hot Dog

Winner: A & W Second Place: Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery Third Place: Mark Hentrich - Menards/Traveling Hot Dog Cart Honorable Mentions: Pizza in Paris; Sawmill Saloon; The Buff

Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant Thank you Mecosta County for choosing us Best Towing Company!

Family-Owned since 1948

620 E. Maple Street, Big Rapids • 231.796.5351

BP & Towing

Best Local Winery

Winner: Young Farms Second Place: Gwin Girls Winery and Tasting Room Third Place: Heavenly Vineyards Honorable Mention: Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery

Best Margarita

Winner: El Burrito Loco Second Place: Applebee’s Grill + Bar Third Place: The Rooster Saloon Honorable Mentions: Gypsy Nickel Lounge; Schuberg’s Bar & Grill

Thank you Mecosta County for choosing us #1 Nail Salon!

Best Meal on a Budget

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Monday-Friday: 10am-7pm Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: closed

1258 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307

Winner: El Burrito Second Place: Qdoba Third Place: Taco Bell

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Lawn Care

Lawn Care

(231) 796-4956

& Snowplowing

Best New Bar

Winner: The Rooster Saloon

Best New Restaurant Winner: D’s Diner, LLC

Paris, MI 49338

Best Outdoor Patio

Thank You for voting us Mecosta County’s Favorite Lawn Care & Snow Plowing!

COMPLETE TREE REMOVAL AND YARD CLEAN UP Tree Trimming • Wood Chipping Stump Grinding • Snowplowing

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Baker’s Management Service 119 W. Grand Traverse Big Rapids MI

(231)796.3754

Winner: Gypsy Nickel Lounge Second Place: Blue Lake Tavern Third Place: Antlers Fireside Grill Honorable Mentions: The Winery at Young Farms; Sawmill Saloon; MOE-Z-INN

Best Pizza

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Winner: The Rock Cafe Second Place: Szots Third Place: Little Ceasars Honorable Mentions: Williams Cafe; Taco Bell; K J’s Family Restaurant

Best Mexican Restaurant

(616) 888-0172

Snowplowing

Winner: The Rock Cafe Second Place: Buffalo Wild Wings Third Place: Fatbelly Deli & Creamery Honorable Mentions: Burger King; Culver’s; Bob Evans

Gratefully Serving Our Clients Since 1974

Winner: Pizza in Paris Second Place: CL Pizza Co Second Place: Jet’s Pizza Honorable Mentions: Murphy’s Bar; Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders; Hungry Howie’s Pizza

Best Pub Food

Winner: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Second Place: Szots Bar & Grill Third Place: Remus Tavern Honorable Mentions: Gypsy Nickel Lounge; The Rooster Saloon; Murphy’s Bar

Best Restaurant Chain

Winner: Culver’s Second Place: Applebee’s Grill + Bar Second Place: Buffalo Wild Wings Honorable Mentions: Ruby Tuesday; Jet’s Pizza

Best Restaurant Independent

Winner: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Second Place: Pizza in Paris Third Place: Antlers Fireside Grill Third Place: Fatbelly Deli & Creamery Honorable Mentions: Blue Cow; Szots Bar & Grill

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Best Restaurant Server

Winner: Ashley, Antlers Fireside Grill Second Place: Stacey Nawrot, The Gate Third Place: Jess, Fat Belly’s Honorable Mentions: Alicia Robertson, CL Pizza Co; Alicia Wilson, Szots; Terri Hopp, The Moe Z Inn

Best Salad

Winner: Ruby Tuesday Second Place: BR Lunch Box Third Place: Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders Honorable Mentions: Pizza in Paris; Antlers Fireside Grill; Schuberg’s Bar & Grill

Best Seafood/Fish Restaurant

Winner: TTOWA SUSHI Second Place: Remus Tavern Third Place: Long John Silvers Honorable Mentions: R Place Restaurant; Corner Cafe

Best Soup

THANK YOU MECOSTA COUNTY FOR

VOTING US

BEST STEAK

Winner: Panera Bread Second Place: Szots Bar & Grill Third Place: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Honorable Mentions: The Yellow Window; Three Girls Bakery; Williams Cafe

Best Sports Bar

YOUR HUNT ENDS HERE!

Winner: Buffalo Wild Wings Second Place: Schuberg’s Bar & Grill Third Place: Remus Tavern Honorable Mentions: Szots Bar & Grill; Murphy’s Bar; The Rooster Saloon, Chippewa Lake

OPEN YEAR ROUND TAKE OUT AVAILABLE

231.359.1161 antlersfiresidegrill.com

Lunch & Dinner Happy Hour: M-F • 2-6pm Bar • Banquet Facilities

10107 Buchanan Rd. Canadian Lakes, MI

Best Steak

Winner: Antlers Fireside Grill Second Place: Two Hats Ranch Third Place: Blue Cow Honorable Mentions: Blue Lake Tavern; Schuberg’s Bar & Grill; Applebee’s Grill + Bar

Best Sub/Sandwich

Winner: Fatbelly Deli & Creamery Second Place: Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders Third Place: Jimmy John’s Honorable Mentions: Subway Restaurants; Pizza in Paris; Woodys Super Bargain

Best Sushi

Winner: TTOWA SUSHI Second Place: China One Buffet Third Place: Gypsy Nickel Lounge Third Place: Meijer

Best Take Out

Winner: Fatbelly Deli & Creamery Second Place: Pizza in Paris Third Place: BR Lunch Box Honorable Mentions: Buffalo Wild Wings; Murphy’s Bar; China One Buffet

Thank you Mecosta County for Voting us

Best Physical theraPist

Best Wine Selection

Winner: Grunst Brothers Party Store Second Place: The Winery at Young Farms Third Place: Gwinn Girls Honorable Mentions: ALDI; Heavenly Vineyards; Meijer

Health & Fitness Best Assisted Living Facility

Winner: Royal View Retirement Community Second Place: The Brook of Big Rapids Third Place: Altercare Big Rapids Honorable Mentions: Evergreen Terrace Assisted; Mission Point (Metron BR)

1268 Perry Ave. • Big Rapids, MI

231.796.4419

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Best Audiologist

Best Fitness/Workout Facility

Best Chiropractor

Winner: Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center Second Place: Kaczmarski Hearing Third Place: Audibel Hearing Center

Winner: Routley Chiropractic Second Place: Shea Chiropractic Office Third Place: Art Zeilinger Honorable Mentions: Morningstar Tracy M DC; Northwest Chiropractic and Sports Medicine; Big Rapids Chiropractic

Best Hearing Aid Store

Winner: Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center Second Place: Audibel Hearing Center

Best Home Health Provider Winner: Hospice of Michigan Second Place: Spectrum Home Health, Inc. Third Place: Elara Caring Honorable Mention: Bella Home Care

Best Clinic

Winner: Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital Second Place: Pediatric Associates Big Rapids Third Place: Michigan Primary Care Partners Honorable Mentions: Williams Family Medical; Nevins Family Dentistry, Canadian Lakes; Family Health Care - Big Rapids

Best Dentist

Winner: Caring Family Dentistry: Stern Christa L DDS Second Place: Nevins Family Dentistry Third Place: Caring Family Dentistry: Paul Stern Honorable Mentions: Big Rapids Dental Health Care; Preference Dental; Erick K. Perroud, DDS

Best Hospital

Winner: Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital Second Place: McLaren Central Michigan

Best Massage Therapist

Winner: Lisa Lacourse Second Place: Monica Schriner - Cardinal Spa & Massage Third Place: MaryBeth Beamer - Whit Birch Massage Honorable Mentions: The Massage Spot & Fitness Center; Leah Flowers; Julie Routley - Routley Chiropractic Care Center

Best Nursing Home

Winner: Evergreen Terrace Second Place: Altercare Big Rapids Third Place: Metron of Big Rapids

Best Eye Clinic/Optometrist

Winner: Big Rapids Family Eyecare Second Place: Crew & Boss Eye Associates Third Place: Canadian Lakes Eyecare Honorable Mentions: University Eye Center; Czinder Eye Care; Dr. Wilson, Remus

Winner: Planet Fitness Second Place: JDFit of Big Rapids Third Place: The Massage Spot & Fitness Center Honorable Mentions: Evergreen Physical Therapy; Physical Therapy & Fitness Plus, Inc.; T.N.T.

Best Orthodontist

Winner: Rummel Orthodontics Second Place: Dulaney Herb DDS

Best Pediatrician

Winner: Rao Sushila S MD Second Place: Rachel Williams, Big Rapids Third Place: Alexandrea Melonakos-Mahar

Thank you Mecosta County for voting The Pie wHole Best Desserts.

Niki Stricker Owner, Baker

The Pie wHole

Best Personal Trainer

Best Pharmacy

Winner: Canadian Lakes Pharmacy Second Place: Walgreens Third Place: Meijer Pharmacy Honorable Mentions: HomeTown Pharmacy - Big Rapids; Rite Aid; Walmart Supercenter

We look forward to serving you in 2021.

See what we can WHISK up for you.

Daily lunch specials.

The Pie wHole

Winner: JDFit Second Place: Marissa Richter - The Massage Spot Third Place: Jimmy Hollars - Planet Fitness Honorable Mentions: Dan McClellan - JDfit; Becki Lentz - Physical Therapy and Fitness; Chad Coon

104 S. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids, MI

(231) 912-0445

fillyourpiehole@yahoo.com

Facebook: The Pie wHole

Chuck & Meredy’s Auto Service

Best Physical Therapist

Winner: Evergreen Physical Therapist Second Place: PT Plus Third Place: Spectrum Health Outpatient Rehab

Best Physician

Winner: Anthony Foster, MD Second Place: Tracey Foster Third Place: Michelle godfrey Honorable Mentions: Sushia Rao; Tiffany Lattimore; Rachel Williams

Foreign & Domestic Automobiles AnD light trucks

Thank you MecosTa counTy for VoTing us BesT auTo repair!

796-0550

We at Chuck and Meredy's have been Blessed to Serve the Big Rapids Area for nearly 38 years. We would like to thank all our Customers that have trusted Us to maintain Their vehicles over those years. We know that without Customers We would not be here. So being selected Best Auto Repair by those we serve is an honor. So a BIG THANK YOU to all our Customers for letting US serve YOU.

1 mile East of M-20 • 18620 Chippewa Lk. Rd. (16 Mile) • Big Rapids, MI

www.chuckandmeredys.com

Best Registered Nurse

Winner: Laura Whaley, Administrator, Royal View Retirement Community Second Place: Stacey Heinzelman, West Michigan Surgery Center Third Place: Theresa Hazen, Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital Honorable Mentions: Donna Bauer - Spectrum ER; Stephanie Wente SHBR; Terri Gerber

Best Retirement Community

Winner: The Brook Retirement Home Second Place: Royal View Retirement Community Third Place: Evergreen Terrace Assisted Honorable Mention: Altercare Big Rapids

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Best Campground RV/Park

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Winner: School Section Lake Veteran’s Park Second Place: Brower Park Third Place: CranHill Honorable Mentions: Youngs Lake Campground; Mecosta County Park Commission; Paris County Park

Steve Lobert FAvORITE ATTORnEy

Best Church

Winner: Resurrection Life Church Second Place: St Mary Catholic Church Third Place: St Michael Catholic Church Honorable Mentions: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church; Trinity Fellowship, Big Rapids; Chippewa Lake Community Church

LOBERT LAW OFFICE, P.C.

Steve Lobert

General Practice Attorney Specializing in Real Estate, Estate Planning & Business.

Best Elected Official

119 S. Michigan Ave. • Big Rapids

Winner: Brian Miller Second Place: Marcy Purcell Third Place: Thomas Hogenson

Best Late Night Bar

231-796-7609

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Winner: Gypsy Nickel Second Place: Schuberg’s Bar Third Place: Buffalo Wild Wings Honorable Mentions: Szot’s; Murphy’s Bar; The Rooster Saloon

Best Local Radio Personality Winner: Rob & Louise, 100.9 Second Place: Bob Aldrich B103.9 Third Place: Kyle Wells Sunny 97.3

As a Special Thank You, Receive 20% OFF Estate Planning through 2021 with this ad!

Thank You Mecosta County for choosing Tom Tacia as Best Financial Advisor for the second year in a row!

Tom Tacia is an Independent Investment Advisor with over 15 years experience in financial services.

• Investment & Retirement Planning • College Savings • Long Term Care • Life/Disability Insurance • Ability to Manage Ferris 403 (b) Plans Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Tacia Wealth Management and Cambridge are not affiliated.

221 Maple St. • www.taciawealthmanagement.com • 231-629-8533

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Thank You Mecosta County for Voting Silvernail Realty “Favorite Landlord”

Best Local Sports Team

Winner: Big Rapids Cardinals Second Place: Ferris State Bulldogs Third Place: Chippewa Hills Warriors Honorable Mentions: Morley Stanwood Mohawks; Crossroads Charter Academy Cougars; St. Michael Elementary School

Best Local Website

Winner: BigRapidsNews.com Second Place: bigrapids.org Third Place: Mecosta County Fair Honorable Mentions: CardinalSpaAndMassage.com; mecostafreefair.com; Century 21 Whitehouse

Best Locally Owned Business

Winner: The Corner Cup Second Place: JR Customs And Collision Second Place: Sam’s Disposal Honorable Mentions: Borland Gas & Grocery, Morley; Red Fox Market; The Winery at Young Farms

Best News & Information

Winner: Big Rapids Pioneer Second Place: Big Country 100.9 Third Place: Big Rapids Daily News Honorable Mentions: B103.9; Y102.3; Sunny 97.3 FM

Best Newspaper Columnist

Winner: John Raffel Second Place: Catherine Sweeney, Pioneer Staff Writer

“Helping Buyers & Sellers for over 50 years”

SILVERNAIL REALTY 17810 205th Ave., Suite #1 - Big Rapids, MI 49307

Call Today!

231-796-6329 www.silvernailrealty.com Katy VanCuren - Owner Property Management Land Contracts

Best Phone Book

Winner: PDS Print & Digital Solutions

Best Place to Get Married

Winner: The Castle in Canadian Lakes Second Place: Stone Hatchery Park Third Place: Tullymore Golf Resort Honorable Mentions: St. Mary’s Church; Hemlock Park; Hank Todd’s Pond

Best Place to Take Out of Town Guest

Thank You to Mecosta County!

Winner: Schuberg’s Second Place: Two Hats Ranch Third Place: Gwinn Girls Winery, Remus Honorable Mentions: The Old Pioneer Store and Emporium/Kilwins; Big Rapids Riverwalk; The Rock Cafe

Best Place to Work

Winner: Riverview Elementary School Second Place: Ferris State University Third Place: Spectrum Hospital Big Rapids Honorable Mentions: JR Customs And Collision; Mecosta County Parks; Fate’s Food Market

Best Radio Station

Winner: 100.9 Second Place: B103.9 Third Place: Y102.3 Honorable Mentions: Sunny 97.3; 99.1; News Radio WBRN 1460 & 107.7

Best Teacher

304 N State St. Big Rapids, MI

231.796.6405 Hours temporarily restricted due to statewide order

Opening in March Come enjoy our daily specials along with our full menu!

Winner: Barb Goldthwait, Morley Stanwood Elementary Second Place: Tiffany Tice, Mecosta Elementary Third Place: Janis McKenna, Riverview Honorable Mentions: Tonya Morgan, Big Rapids Public; Kathleen Murray, Big Rapids High School; Jenny Bentley, Brookside

Services

Best Accounting Firm

Winner: Baker’s Management Services Second Place: Lorraine James Third Place: Blystone & Bailey Honorable Mentions: Lake Michigan Accounting Services LLC; Robert Boyce; Bergelin & Murphy, LLC

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING FERRIS CATERING! People’s Choice for Catering Visit Us!

Catering

ferris.edu/catering

Ferris State University

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Thank You for voting Nick Scheible and Todd Csernai as one of your Favorite Financial Advisors in Mecosta County!

It has been our pleasure to help individuals and businesses reach their financial goals. It is a distinct honor to be named People’s Choice ‘Favorite Financial Advisor’ in Mecosta County!

– Lerner, Csernai & Fath Financial Group

“We can get you there!”

15505 Waldron Way • Big Rapids, MI 49307 • (231) 796-8621 • www.lerner f inancial.com

Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Lerner Csernai and Fath Financial Group and Cambridge are not affiliated.

Thank you Mecosta County for Voting me your Favorite Realtor in 2020!

231-250-0884 chrisjanesellshouses@gmail.com

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Apartments Designed for Students Openings for 2020-2021 school year still available!

19500 14 Mile Rd. Big Rapids, MI 49307

(231) 796-7495

UniversityParke@freg.com

Call or stop in for specials!

Community: Pet Friendly Clubhouse with free tanning Fitness center, pool, & lounge Sand volleyball court On-site security Free Wi-Fi

Apartment: Over 1500 Sq. Ft. Four bedrooms Full kitchen with dishwasher Open common living area Washer and dryer Roommate matching

Suite: Private full bathroom Personal patio/balcony Separately keyed rooms Mini fridge and microwave Spacious closets Individual leases per person

Now Leasing for 2021-2022 school year!

Model unit open for tours!

Apply online: www.universityparkesuites.com

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Check out our Social Media @UniversityParkeSuitesBR

Thank You For Voting School Section Lake Veterans Park – 1st Place – Campground and RV Park – 1st Place – Best Family Entertainment

Cabin rentals available • 231-832-3246

Online reservations accepted! • www.MecostaCountyParks.com

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Thank you for choosing Ala Mode Café as Mecosta County’s People’s Choice BesT BreAkfAsT! If you love our breakfast,

Best Apartment Community

Best Auctioneer

Winner: Phil Currie Second Place: Ryan Hanson Third Place: Andy Lattimore Chippewa lake Honorable Mentions: Ryan Currie; Parker Auction Service

you should give our lunch a try!

Beef Pasties

French Dips

Phillys

Reubens

Slim Jims

Meatloaf Dinner

Burgers BLTs Clubs

Hot Roast Beef or Turkey Sandwiches Glazed Ham Dinners

Salmon Patties

Sloppy Joes

Liver & Onions

Veggie Sandwiches & Wraps

Winner: Peak Properties LLC Second Place: Big Rapids Housing Commission Third Place: Ryan Creek Apartments Honorable Mentions: University Parke Suites; Northland Flats Apartments; Hillcrest Oakwood Properties

Best Auto Repair

Winner: Chuck & Meredy’s Auto Service Second Place: Big Rapids Pennzoil & Auto Repair Third Place: Denny’s Muffler and Brake Shop Honorable Mentions: Johnson’s Automotive Repair; Mighty Muffler; Muffler Man of Big Rapids

Best Bank

Winner: Isabella Bank Second Place: Huntington Bank Third Place: West Michigan Credit Union Honorable Mentions: Fifth Third Bank; Community First Federal Credit Union; TCF Bank-(Chemical Bank)

Full MeNu & ONlINe ORdeRINg FOR PIckuP AvAIlABle At AlAMOde.cAFe

Ala Mode Café Order Online at alamode.cafe (full menu available) or call to place an order:

231-796-6633

Best Bank Teller

Winner: Anna Bentley, Isabella Bank-Barryton Second Place: Wendy, West Michigan Credit Union Third Place: Roxann Haywood, Huntington Bank Honorable Mentions: Lori Todd, Isabella Bank; Sue Begeman, Fifth Third Bank; Fawn Taylor, Mercantile Bank

Best Barber

407 North State St., | Big Rapids, MI

Winner: Brown’s Barber Shop Second Place: E&M Hair Third Place: Natural Beauty Salon & Spa Honorable Mentions: Dave, The Hair Affair; Kenzie, Smoke and Honey; Alexis Jackson, Cardinal Spa and Massage; Dan’s Barber Shop

Best Body Shop

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.

Bill Scheible - Agent Call For A Quote Today On Home, Auto Or Life!

I would like to thank all of my customers and friends for voting me your favorite insurance provider and one of your favorite insurance agencies! Thank you for trusting me with your insurance needs for over 29 years with State Farm!

State Farm Insurance 225 S. State St. • Big Rapids

(231) 796-7135

Winner: JR Customs And Collision Second Place: Scotts Body Shop Third Place: M & M Collision Honorable Mentions: Mecosta County Collision; Eckert’s Body Shop; Russ’s Body Shop

Best Bookkeeping / Tax Service

Winner: Baker’s Management Second Place: Miedema’s Bookkeeping & Tax Third Place: Robert A Boyce, CPA, PC Honorable Mentions: Lake Michigan Accounting Services LLC; Bergelin & Murphy, LLC

Best Cable or Satellite Provider Winner: Spectrum Second Place: Dish Network Third Place: DirectTV Honorable Mention: MiCom Cable

Best Car Wash

Winner: Lee’s Rapid Wash Inc Second Place: Shell Third Place: Curries Honorable Mention: Sweeney Quick n’ Clean

Best Carpet Cleaning

Winner: Complete Cleaning & Restoration Second Place: ServiceMaster by SMA Third Place: Classic Carpet Cleaning Honorable Mentions: Black Diamond; Kingston Carpet Cleaning

Best Cell Phone Provider

Winner: Verizon Second Place: AT&T Store Third Place: Preferred Wireless/Sprint Honorable Mentions: Cricket Wireless Authorized Retailer; Boost

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Best Child Care

Winner: Huntey’s Clubhouse Second Place: Laurie Byberg Third Place: Devries Honorable Mentions: Libby’s Daycare- Libby Chappell; Tadpoles Child Care; Stacey Schuberg

Best Dry-Cleaner

Winner: Pete’s Cleaners Second Place: Tubs & Tumble

Best Electrician

Best Computer & IT Services

Winner: iFix Tronics Second Place: Strictly Computers Third Place: Simply Computers of Big Rapids Honorable Mention: A T & T

Best Excavator

Best Contractor

Winner: John Iltis Second Place: Eric Denslow Third Place: Radle Custom Carpentry Honorable Mentions: CR Construction, LLC; Defever Construction; Steve Jones Construction Co

Best Customer Service

Winner: Carlleen Rose, Old Pioneer Store Second Place: JR Customs And Collision Third Place: Huntington Bank Third Place: Isabella Bank Honorable Mentions: Remus Lumber Co; The Massage Spot & Fitness Center

Winner: Dick’s Dozing Second Place: Morningstar Third Place: Canadian Lakes Excavating Honorable Mentions: Aldrich Jerry Excavating; Brad Lubahn & Sons Excavating LLC; Dave Aris Excavation

Best Financial Advisor

Winner: Complete Cleaning & Restoration Second Place: ServiceMaster by SMA

Winner: Sam’s Disposal Third Place: Independent Rural Waste Services

Best Hair Stylist

Best Driving School

Winner: Big Rapids Driving Academy Second Place: West Central Michigan Driver Education Third Place: Mohawk Driving School, Morley

Since 1971

Fullmer & Sons

Heating Cooling & Fireplaces Furnaces • Air Conditioners Heat Pumps • Gas Fireplaces Pellet Stoves • Wood Stoves 2020

20928 18 Mile • Big Rapids, MI

231.796.3403 fullmerandsons.net

Winner: Tom Tacia Second Place: Nick Scheible/Lerner Csernai & Fath Third Place: Todd Csernai - Lerner Csernai & Fath Financial Group Honorable Mentions: Steve Miller Edward Jones; Brad Fath; Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: AJ Butler

Best Garbage/Rubbish Removal

Best Disaster Restoration Company

Thank you Mecosta County for voting Fullmer & Son as Best Heating/Cooling & Service!

Winner: M Schneider Electric Second Place: Aris Electric Second Place: Remus Electric Inc Honorable Mentions: Battle Electric; Burwell Mackall - J&C Electric; Greenbay Electric Inc; Isenhart Electric-Seth

Winner: Abby Childress Second Place: Danielle Doerr Third Place: Alexis Leiter Honorable Mentions: Kenzie Battle; Loretta Hays; Amanda Daily

Best Hair/Beauty Salon

Winner: E&M Hair Second Place: Knot Just Hair Family Hair Care and Tanning Third Place: Smoke and Honey Honorable Mentions: Natural Beauty Salon & Spa; Cardinal Spa & Massage; The Studio

Best Heating & Air Conditioning Company Winner: Fullmer & Sons Heating, Cooling, and Fireplaces Inc. Second Place: Stratz Heating & Cooling Third Place: Eli Williams Honorable Mentions: Jeff Doerr Heating Cooling; C Ray Heating & Cooling; Eaton Heating & Air Conditioning LLC

Best Home Security

Winner: Statewide Security Systems Inc. Second Place: TKS- Turn Key Solutions

Best Hotel/Motel

Winner: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Big Rapids Second Place: Hampton Inn Big Rapids Third Place: Holiday Inn Big Rapids Honorable Mentions: The Inn at St. Ives; Blue Lake Lodge; Super 8 by Wyndham, Big Rapids

Best Insurance Agency

Thank you Mecosta County for voting Statewide Security the 2020 Peoples Choice winner for Best Home Security

Winner: Schuberg Insurance Agency Second Place: Bill Scheible/State Farm Third Place: Bush Insurance Agency, LLC Honorable Mentions: Meemic Daum Insurance; Sweeney-Holbeck-Edison Insurance Agency; Bleeker Insurance Services; Shane Strickler Farmer’s Insurance

Best Insurance Provider

Winner: Bill Scheible/State Farm Winner: Tyler Schuberg Third Place: Curtis McLaughlin - Bush Insurance Third Place: Marcie Schuberg Honorable Mentions: Carl Jefts; Shane Stricker

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Best Jeweler

Winner: Roger’s Jewelers Second Place: Golden Visions Third Place: JC Penny Honorable Mentions: Meijer; Walmart

Best Landlord

Winner: Silvernail Realty Second Place: Peak Properties Third Place: Whitney and Denny Harrison, DW Harrison LLC Honorable Mentions: Brandi K Guttersohn-Brooks; Lester Cramer; Harry Albright; Jan Hammer; Perry Bender

Best Landscaper

Winner: New Horizons Landscape LLC Second Place: M & M Lawn Care & Snowplowing Third Place: Pro Turf Outdoor Services LLC Honorable Mentions: Brad Lubahn & Sons Excavating LLC; Design-Build Landscape Services; Fowler’s Lawn Care, Remus

SPecIalIzed In toP qualIty uSed faRM equIPMent 70 yeaRS of uSed equIPMent exPeRIence

Thank you Mecosta County for voting us People’s Choice for Farm Equipment Dealer!

21130 22 Mile Rd. Paris, MI 49338 Joe • Eric • Kyle 231-660-9020

Best Laundry Mat

Winner: Tubs & Tumble Second Place: Fate’s Soft Laundry Second Place: Penney Wash Laundromat Honorable Mention: Rogers Heights Services Center

Best Law Firm / Lawyer

Winner: Steve Lobert - Lobert Law Office Second Place: Law Office of Stacy Flanery Third Place: Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center Honorable Mentions: Samuels Law Office; Duvall Law Office; Mark W. Viel, PC

Best Lawn Care Provider

Winner: M&M Lawn Care and Snowplowing Second Place: New Horizons Landscape Third Place: Pro Turf Outdoor Services LLC Honorable Mentions: Fowler’s, Remus; Jeff Garrett, Design-Build Landscape Services, Inc; Superior Lawncare and Landscaping

Thank You MecosTa counTYfor voTing us

• #1 Best New Bar • #2 Best Chicken Wings Honorable Mentions for • Best French Fries • Best Fried Chicken

10526 Dwight St Chippewa Lake, MI 49320 • (989)867-0055

Phil Hatchew

AUTO PARTS

New ANd uSed PARTS AvAilABle

17747 197th Ave. • Big Rapids Located 1 mile North on Catherine

• Cooper and Hankook tires Others available upon request

Best Carpet Cleaners & Best Disaster Restoration for the 4th straight year!

THANK YOU MECOSTA COUNTY! (231) 796-9187 completecleaninginc.com Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning • Mold Remediation Water Damage • Fire & Smoke Damage

• New batteries for car •Trucks •Snowmobile • Golf carts Thank You Mecosta County for voting us best Tire Shop and Best Auto Parts Store.

SALVAGE YARD

231-796-5383

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Thank You Mecosta County for Voting US Best Phone Book in 2020!

Best Local Construction Company

Best Manicurist

115 N. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids, MI • 231-592-4737

Winner: Radle Custom Carpentry Second Place: Dreambuilders Third Place: Iltis Construction Honorable Mentions: CR Construction, LLC; Defever Construction; Steve Jones Construction Co

Winner: Cat, Cat Nails Second Place: Jennifer Dowell, Nails by Jennifer Dowell Third Place: Kim Hoisington, Natural Beauty Honorable Mentions: Amy, Amy’s Nails & Spa, Canadian Lakes; Kim, OMG; Sabrina, Studio Nails

Best Mechanic

Winner: Chuck Franklin Second Place: Donny Kaiser- Chuck & Meredy’s Third Place: Herb Brigham Honorable Mentions: Harold Huff; Luke Lenahan; Brent Taylor

www.hearstmediamidwest.com

Best Mortgage / Home Loan Provider

Winner: Isabella Bank Second Place: Huntington Bank Third Place: Brian Hervey Honorable Mentions: Lake-Osceola State Bank; Fifth Third Bank & ATM; Mike Marsman

Best Nail Salon

Thank you to our community for the continued love and support over the years. We are excited to continue serving you in the years to come!

- E&M Hair Family

Winner: OMG Nails & Spa Second Place: Cat Nails Third Place: Amy’s Nail and Spa Third Place: Fashion Nail Honorable Mentions: Salon Clara & Co.; Nails By Jennifer Dowell

Best New Car Dealership

Winner: Betten Baker Chevrolet Buick GMC Second Place: Premier Auto Sales Inc Third Place: Betten Baker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Big Rapids Honorable Mention: Paris Auto Sales & Service

Routley

Best New Home Builder

Chiropractic Care Center New Patients Welcome!

Thank You Mecosta County for voting us the 2020 People’s Choice Best Chiropractor Massage Therapists On Staff - Dr. David B. Routley, III, D.C.

231-972-4141

Winner: John Iltis Second Place: CR Construction, LLC Third Place: Defever Construction Honorable Mention: Anchor Construction; Jess Arquette Builders; TMH Construciton

Best Oil Change

Winner: Pennzoil Second Place: Denny’s Muffler and Brake Shop Third Place: Mighty Muffler Honorable Mentions: Gingrich Tire Center; Performance Plus Quick Lube; Muffler Man of Big Rapids

Best Pest Control

Winner: CrossRoads Pest Control Second Place: Haynes Exterminating

6604 9 Mile Rd. • Mecosta

14777 150th Ave.

Best Pet Boarding / Grooming / Daycare

Big Rapids

796-8200 Thanks MecosTa counTy for voTing us people's choice Winner for BesT driving range and BesT golf course

Join us for our drop in leagues!

• Monday 9AM Tee Off Senior Mens League • Tuesday 9AM Tee Off Senior Ladies League • Wednesday All You Can Golf $25 • Thursday 9AM Tee Off Senior Mens League • Thursday Night Couples League 6PM Tee Off • Sunday Night Scramble 4-person Teams Tee Off 5:30PM

Second Place: Worden’s Pet Resort - Big Rapids Third Place: Pleasant View Animal Clinic Honorable Mentions: Top Dog Grooming; Pet Hospital & Pet Motel, P.C.; Debs Pet Boutique

Best Pet Groomer

Winner: Megan Walch Second Place: Deb Routley-lipnicki Third Place: Riversbend Boarding & Grooming Honorable Mentions: Debs Pet Boutique; The Familiar Dog Grooming; Bobbi Langel Meisner

Best Photographer

Winner: Brooke Elizabeth Photography Second Place: Chris Jensen Third Place: Aimee Newcombe Photography Honorable Mentions: Wise Photo; Jessica Frederick Photography; Alex Lang Photography

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Best Plumber

Winner: Perdue Plumbing Second Place: Ken Luce Plumbing Second Place: Routley’s Septic Services Honorable Mentions: The Drain Doctor; Bob Spedowske; Copper Wolf

Best Propane Company

Winner: Michael Oil Second Place: Scotland Propane Third Place: Holton’s Honorable Mentions: Freeman Propane; Coyne Propane; Amerigas

Best Property Management Company

Winner: Peak Properties Second Place: Big Rapids Realty Inc Third Place: Silvernail Realty Honorable Mention: Real Property Management of Big Rapids

Best Real Estate Agent

Winner: Chris Jane Sells Houses Second Place: Joe McNally Third Place: Brittany Felde, Rockgate Honorable Mentions: Brooke Iltis; Mary Peacock; Agent Mako, Kolina Mako Coldwell Banker Lakes Realty

Thank you Mecosta County for Voting us Best Local Construction Company and 3rd best Contractor.

We look to helping you in 2021!

Best Realty Company

Winner: RE/MAX TOGETHER Second Place: Century 21 White House Realty Third Place: Big Rapids Realty Inc Honorable Mentions: Peacock Real Estate; CENTURY 21 Forward Realty, Inc.; Coldwell Banker Big Rapids

Best Retirement Facility / Independent Living Winner: The Brook Retirement Home Second Place: Royal View Retirement Community Third Place: Evergreen Terrace Assisted Honorable Mention: Altercare Big Rapids

Best RV Sales and Service Winner: Routley’s Recreational Vehicle Second Place: Best Camper Sales

Best Snow Removal

Winner: M & M LawnCare & Snowplowing Second Place: Pro Turf Outdoor Services LLC Third Place: New Horizons Landscape Honorable Mentions: Dicks Dozers; Lawerence Morningstar; Cook’s Tree Service LLC; Shawn Thebo

Best Tanning Salon

Winner: Aloha Tan & Travel LLC Second Place: Planet Fitness

Best Tattoo Studio

Winner: Lighttouch Tattoo Second Place: Dawg Tags Tattoo

Best Taxidermist

Winner: H&H Taxidermy Winner: Woodland Taxidermy Third Place: Chris Hixson Remus Mi Honorable Mention: Morgan Teachworth

Best Tire Shop

Winner: Hatchews Second Place: Big Rapids Tire Third Place: Gingrich Tire Center Inc Honorable Mentions: DP Tire Service; Belle Tire; ROBS TIRE & TOWING

Best Title Company

Winner: Lakeland Title Second Place: Verified Title Third Place: Bridge Title Agency Honorable Mention: Best Homes Title

Thank You Mecosta County for voting us

Best Liquor Store

& Best Wine Selection!

We also appreciate your votes for the Best Local Event: Grunst Brothers Wine Tasting (Honorable Mention)!

We have THE largest selection of liquor & wine and THE largest mix & match of craft beers We’ve been serving the area for over 74 years!

624 N. State St. Big RapidS, Mi

(231) 796-7253

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Thank You Mecosta County window treatments Counter tops CheCk Vinyl Plank & see Carpet why we wood are the best! rugs Vinyl tile

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

for voting Gilbert’s Carpets Plus #1 Carpet & Flooring Store!

Best Towing Service

Winner: Currie’s Towing Second Place: Big Rapids Towing Third Place: Huff’s Service LLC Towing & Recovery Honorable Mentions: ROBS TIRE & TOWING; Weeks Auto Parts

Best Travel Agent

Winner: Heather Blain- Aloha Tan & Travel LLC Second Place: Travel Navigator- Sue Wilson

Best Used Car Dealership

14150 Northland Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307 – 231-796-2700

www.gilbertscarpetsplus.com

Stop in and let our knowledgeable staff work with you today!

Winner: Premier Auto Sales Inc Second Place: Paris Auto Sales & Service Third Place: Betten Baker Chevrolet Buick GMC Honorable Mentions: Marvel Automotive; Warner Auto Sales; Betten Baker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Big Rapids

Best Veterinarian

Winner: Pleasant View Animal Clinic Second Place: Riversbend Animal Hospital Third Place: Stone Hill Veterinary Clinic Honorable Mentions: 19 Mile Veterinary Hospital; Pol Veterinary Services; Pet Hospital & Pet Motel, P.C.

Best Well Driller

Thank you Mecosta County for supporting us NOW (even during this pandemic) and as you ALWAYS have!

Loni & Team Dezigns

819 North State Street • Big Rapids, MI dezignswithloni.imprintableapparel.com

Winner: Courtright Water Wells Second Place: Jim Bouman Third Place: Pekrul Well Drilling Honorable Mentions: Lamms Well Service; Elmore Well Services

Shopping

Best Agricultural Store

Winner: Voelker Bros Equipment Second Place: Family Farm & Home Second Place: Tractor Supply Co. Honorable Mentions: Bader & Sons Co.; Burnips Equipment Co.

231-598-9194

Thank you Mecosta County for all of your votes for the 2020 People’s Choice Awards!

Best Antique Store

Winner: The Yellow Window Second Place: Paris Antiques Third Place: Barryton Hardware LLC Honorable Mentions: P & J’s Plantiques; The Red Lantern- Pop Up Shop

Best Appliance Store Winner: Lowes Second Place: Menards Third Place: Vandries

Family Owned & Operated

Best ATV/Motorsports/Boat Dealer Winner: Lakeside Motor Sports, Inc Second Place: Hansul Marine Third Place: Dam Toy Store Honorable Mention: EMS Boat Storage

9105 25th Ave. • Remus

989-967-3570 www.remuslumber.com Big Rapids’ Premier Assisted Living Community

Call today to make your reservation!

Our thanks to Mecosta County for voting us the people’s Choice best Nursing Home

Best Auto Parts Store

Winner: Hatchews Second Place: O’Reilly Auto Parts Third Place: Advance Auto Parts Third Place: AutoZone Auto Parts Honorable Mentions: Big Rapids Tire; Auto Value

Best Bookstore

Winner: Mecosta Book Gallery

Best Cashier

Independent Living | Assisted Living | Respite & Short Term Care • Assistance with personal care needs • Medication assistance • Trained staff on site 24 hours • Housekeeping

• Apartment maintenance • Meals and snacks provided • Personal laundry and linen services • Life enrichment activities and events

801 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids

• Ongoing monitoring of health care needs • Palliative and comfort care (via third-party providers)

Phone: 231-527-1050

Winner: Lori Howard, Meijer Second Place: Paula at Three Girls Bakery Third Place: Bobbi Peck, Mr. C’s Honorable Mentions: Durinda Raglin, Fate’s Food Market; Marsha Haywood, Fates; Debby Narloch, Fate’s Food Market

Best Computer/IT Store

Winner: i Fix Tronix Second Place: Simply Computers of Big Rapids Third Place: AT&T Store

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Best Consignment Store

Winner: The Yellow Window Second Place: St. Vincent de Paul Society Third Place: Mecosta County Habitat for Humanity ReStore Honorable Mentions: Salvation Army; Twice Is Nice; Quinn’s Music

Best Custom Apparel and Signs Winner: Dezigns with Loni Second Place: Big Rapids Trophy & T’s Third Place: Elite Signs And Apparel

Best Department Store

Winner: Meijer Second Place: Serendipity Third Place: B2 Outlet Stores Honorable Mentions: JCPenney; Walmart Supercenter

Best Eyeglass Store

Thank you for voting us #1 Childcare Facility in Mecosta County!

New Big Rapids location opening February 2021. Call (231) 796-2684 to reserve your spot now!

Winner: Big Rapids Family Eyecare Second Place: Canadian Lakes Eyecare Third Place: Crew & Boss Eye Associates Honorable Mentions: University Eye Center; Optometric Associates-Big Rpds: Coles Emily A OD; Dr Wilson

Best Farm/Garden/Feed Store Winner: Big Rapids Farm & Garden Second Place: Remus Farm and Garden Third Place: Tractor Supply Honorable Mentions: Family Farm and Home; Stanwood Feed and Needs

Thank you Mecosta County for voting us the best!

Best Flooring / Carpet Store

Winner: Gilbert’s Carpets Plus Color Tile Second Place: Sweet Tile & Carpet Inc Third Place: The Carpet Gallery Honorable Mention: Lowe’s Home Improvement

Best Florist

Winner: Patterson’s Flowers Second Place: P & J’s Plantiques

Best Garden Store/Nursery

Winner: Saenz Greenhouses and Produce Growers Second Place: Lowes Third Place: New Horizons Landscape Honorable Mentions: B&B Flowers Chippewa Lake; Indoor Growers Edge

Best Gift Store

Winner: Old Pioneer Store & Emporium Second Place: The Yellow Window Third Place: Artworks Honorable Mentions: Store in BR Hospital; Quinn’s Music; Bro’s Bakes

Best Golf Shop

Winner: Katke Golf Course Second Place: Tullymore Golf Resort Third Place: The Royal Golf Course at Canadian Lakes Honorable Mention: Falcon Head Golf Club

Best Grocery Store

Winner: Meijer Second Place: Fates Market Third Place: Mackersie Brothers Honorable Mentions: Red Fox Market; ALDI; Hixson’s Family Market

Best Hardware Store

Winner: State Street Hardware Second Place: Canadian Lakes Ace Hardware Third Place: Barryton Hardware LLC Honorable Mentions: Cash & Carry; Remus Lumber; Travis Hardware

Best Health Food Store

Winner: Red Fox Market Second Place: Hometown Health Foods Third Place: Total Performance Nutrition & Fitness Honorable Mention: GNC

20751 8 Mile, Stanwood Just off US Hwy 131, Exit 131

231-823-9667

Thank You Mecosta County for Voting us Best Assisted Living Facility

R Royal View V Retirement Community Services and Amenities

Three home-cooked meals per day Housekeeping and laundry services Nutritional snacks provided throughout the day Life enriching activities • Beauty/barber shop services Registered Nurse on Staff 24 hour personal care assistance All medical needs monitored Assistance with medication 9100 Buchanan Rd., Mecosta (Canadian Lakes Area)

231-972-6600

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OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT HOME • BUSINESS

Thank You Mecosta County for voting us the Best Hardware Store in the county!

614 N. State Street, Big Rapids www.statestreetope.com

231-796-8122

Best Home Furnishing Store Winner: VanDrie Home Furnishings Second Place: Bare Furniture Third Place: The Bedroom Center

Best Home Improvement/Lumber Store

Best Liquor Store

• Snow Removal and Ice Management • Landscape Design/Construction • Irrigation Design/Construction • Outdoor Maintenance • Nursery Supplies • Hydroseeding

NEW HORIZONS LANDSCAPE LLC LANDSCAPE/IRRIGATION CONTRACTORS Thank you Mecosta County for voting New Horizons Landscape 1st Place for Favorite Landscaper & 2nd Place for Lawn Care!

Winner: Grunst Brothers Party Store Second Place: Mr.C’s Party Store Third Place: Fate’s Food Market Honorable Mentions: Bulldog Party Store; Hixson’s Family Market; COPPER TOP CONVENIENCE STORE

Best Mattress Store Winner: The Bedroom Center

Best Men’s Clothing Store

Winner: JCPenney Winner: Meijer Third Place: B2 Outlet Stores Honorable Mention: Walmart Supercenter

Best Pawn / Resale Shop

Winner: Mecosta County Habitat for Humanity Second Place: St. Vincent de Paul Society Third Place: God’s Helping Hands Honorable Mention: Better Than A Pawn Shop

*Present this ad at our Garden Center and receive 10% off your purchase!

Offer expires 7/01/2021

15433 220th Avenue Big Rapids, MI 49307 www.nhlscape.com

Winner: Lowes Second Place: Remus Lumber Co Third Place: Menards Honorable Mentions: Cash & Carry; Barryton Hardware LLC; Big L Lumber

(231) 796-0925

nhslandscape@yahoo.com

Free Delivery - Great Service - No Waiting

Best Shoe Store

Winner: Shoe Sensation

Best Specialty Store

Winner: Red Fox Market Second Place: Rize Smoke Shop Honorable Mention: E-Cig Outlet

Best Sporting Goods Store LET OUR FAMILY TAKE CARE OF YOURS

Thank you for Voting Us Best Pharmacy WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR INSURANCES • Medicaid, Worker Comp, and County Plans • Specialty: Blister/Bubble Pack or Adult Foster Homes • Best Prices In Town for Cash Customers

Call us today to transfer your scripts from any other pharmacy!

Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm • Sat: 10am - 2 pm • Sun & Holidays: Closed

10075 Buchanan Rd. • Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 • PH: 231-359-1661 • FX: 231-359-1665

Thank You Mecosta County for your votes for People’s Choice 2020.

Winner: Dunham’s Sports Second Place: Frank’s Sporting Goods Third Place: Ole Gun Shack Honorable Mention: Paris Archery; Trigger Time Outfitters

Best Thrift Store

Winner: Mecosta County Habitat for Humanity ReStore Second Place; God’s Helping Hands Third Place: Goodwill Store Honorable Mention: The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center

Best Women’s Clothing Store

Winner: Serendipity - Big Rapids Second Place: Maurices Second Place: Shop the Butts / Wild Mitten Honorable Mentions: Label Shopper; JCPenney; B2 Outlet Stores

Sports & Rec Best Bowling Alley

Winner: The Gate Bowling Center & Pizza Pub Second Place: Remus Bowling Center

1630 N. State Street Big Rapids, MI

231.629.8130

Best Driving Range Winner: Clear Lake Golf Club

Second Place: Katke Golf Course Third Place: Tullymore Golf Resort Honorable Mention: Falcon Head Golf Club

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Best Golf Course

Winner: Clear Lake Golf Club Second Place: Tullymore Golf Resort Third Place: Katke Golf Course Honorable Mentions: The Royal Golf Course at Canadian Lakes; Falcon Head Golf Club

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Thank you Mecosta County for Voting Dr. Christa Stern Best Dentist and for voting Dr. Paul Stern 3rd Place in the Best Dentist Category

Best Health & Fitness Club

Winner: Planet Fitness Second Place: JDFit Third Place: The Massage Spot & Fitness Center Honorable Mentions: Chad Coon; TNT Gym & Tanning; Physical Therapy & Fitness Plus, Inc.

231-796-8770

106 Locust • Big Rapids, MI 49307

WINNER

#1 in News & Information BigRapidsNews.com #1 Website

John Raffel as Best Columnist

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Community Driven • Policyholder Focused • Education Based

Our Brother’s Keeper

1998 Big Rapids Football Team

The 1998 Big Rapids Football Team was recognized for their efforts. With a record of 7-2, this team never got an opportunity in the playoffs due to the old scoring methods.

That #22 looks familiar!

BR Splash Pad

The Schuberg Insurance Agency donated to the Big Rapids Splash pad and new sporting facilities in Hemlock Park. Donations are still being accepted for this great addition to our community.

To help local businesses and feed the homeless during the pandemic, the Schuberg Insurance Agency donated food and services from 12 local businesses to Our Brothers Keeper.

These businesses provided 2 weeks of meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner, to the homeless.

Home • Life • Auto • Business

The Schuberg Insurance Agency celebrated 75 years of business in 2020.

Tyler and Marcie are the 4th generation to own and operate the Schuberg Insurance Agency.

President’s Club

Tyler Was awarded his 5th President’s Club Award in 2020.

This is awarded to the Top 25 agents in the nation for selling life insurance products for Auto-Owners Insurance.

Tyler placed 12th out of 26,000 agents.

St. Mary Colts Volleyball Champions

The St. Mary Colts 7th & 8th grade A Team won the Mid-Michigan Saints Volleyball Championship in 2020.The Team was coached by Tyler Schuberg and Laura Cole.

St. Mary School Donation

The Schuberg Insurance Agency donated air purifiers and masks to mitigate against the spread of COVID-19 in classrooms. Tyler Schuberg is currently serving as the St. Mary School Board Chairperson in 2020-2021.

www.schubergagency.com

OFFICE: (231) 796-5881 • FAX: (231) 796-5022

Thank You Mecosta County for Voting us #1!

Historic Downtown Big Rapids

Tyler Schuberg, CIC Principal

Marcie Schuberg Sales

Diane Leichty

Commercial Sales

Gail Jacobs

Account Manager

Marisa Johnston

Account Manager

Nedra Neumann Accountant

Jessica Lytle Receptionist

We would not be here today without the support of our clients and our community. Thank you for voting us #1 in Mecosta County!