Inweekly Oct. 4 2018 Issue—Best of the Coast

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The Winners & Losers team refused to name any losers for the 2018 Best of the Coast issue. We suspect they just wanted to take off for the Pensacola Seafood Festival. Here's their BOC all-winners edition.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY The DEO launched

Rebuild Florida, a long-term recovery effort that will provide $616 million to help Florida families whose homes were significantly damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Irma repair or rebuild their homes. Rebuild Florida is a program run by the DEO in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This program was announced jointly by Governor Rick Scott and HUD Secretary Dr. Ben Carson in June and will connect eligible Floridians with federal disaster recovery funding, prioritizing mostimpacted communities and the most vulnerable low-income individuals, including the elderly, those with disabilities and families with young children.

ROTARY CLUB OF PENSACOLA Rotary

District Governor John Medina and past District Governor Lisa Weeks visited the downtown civic club to celebrate the good works of Rotary and recognize several club members who have 50 or more years of service to Rotary: John Appleyard (50), Frank Beall (50), Handsel B. Butts (54), Lewis A. Doman (51), Justin McCarthy Miller, Jr. (57), Willis C. Merrill, Jr. (50), John F. Phelps (50) and Richard H. Sherrill (55).

MICHAELA O'GRADY, JOHN RATKOWIAK AND BENJAMIN VAN SLEEN The three Gulf Breeze High School seniors have qualified as National Merit® semifinalists. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to

continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit® Scholarships worth more than $31 million that will be offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship® award, semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition.

RAT PACK 2018 The eighth annual Rat Pack Reunion fundraiser, hosted by Council on Aging of West Florida to raise money and awareness for senior programs in the area, will take place at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Skopelos at New World. At the event, four local leaders will be roasted and toasted for their service to the community: Troy Rafferty, Valerie Russenberger, Bob Tyler and Justin Witkin. To date, the reunion has raised more than $1 million for services like Meals on Wheels, The Retreat Adult Day Health Care Center and more programs for aging adults in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

STEPHEN SHASTEEN The transporta-

tion video and GPS specialist was named the September Stellar Employee by the Escambia County School Board. Shasteen has worked in transportation for 15 years, first as a bus operator and in his current position for the last three years. Shasteen can be counted on in all that needs to be done, whether driving across the county to retrieve a school bus video, reviewing a school bus video to assist with locating a missing student or remaining in contact with district vehicles electronically to track and monitor vehicle movements after hours and on weekends.

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DEATH TOLL CONTINUES A year ago this week, Stephen Paddock, 64, fired more than 1,100 rounds from his suite on the 32nd floor at the Mandalay Bay casino into a crowd of 22,000 people enjoying the Route 91 Harvest music festival on the Las Vegas Strip. He killed 58 people and left 851 injured from gunfire and the resulting panic. Later, Paddock was found dead in his room from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident was the deadliest mass shooting committed by an individual in the United States.

Two months later, Devin Patrick Kelley, 26, got out of his SUV and approached the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, Texas, wearing black tactical gear and a ballistic vest and wielding a Ruger AR-556 semi-automatic rifle. He killed 26 and injured 20 others. It was the deadliest shooting in an American place of worship in modern history, surpassing the shooting in the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in downtown Charleston, S.C., in 2015.

On Jan. 23 of this year, Gabriel Ross Parker, 15, walked on the campus of Marshall County High School in Benton, Ky. He opened fire with a 9mm Ruger handgun, killing two teens and injuring 18 others.

On Valentine's Day, former student Nikolas Cruz, 19, opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. killing 17 students and staff members and injuring 17 others. It is the deadliest shooting

at a high school in United States history.

On May 18, Dimitrios Pagourtzis, 17, opened fire in his art class at Santa Fe High School near Houston, Texas. Eight students and two teachers were fatally shot, and 13 others were wounded.

The following month, Jarrod Ramos used a shotgun to kill five employees of The Capital, a newspaper serving Annapolis, Md. Two others were injured while trying to escape.

On Aug. 26, during a Madden NFL 19 video gaming tournament at a Jacksonville, Fla., bar, David Katz, 24, shot and killed two people and injured another 10 before committing suicide.

Mass shootings have become such a part of American culture that each has a Wikipedia page. And, sadly, little has changed after the shootings. The families of the victims cry out for stricter laws and more thorough background checks. The National Rifle Association shouts out that the government is going to take away their members' guns and uses the incidents to raise contributions.

Meanwhile, the death toll increases. It's time for local communities to decide how they will make their streets, schools and public areas safe. The Florida Legislature needs to return control to local governments and let them decide what gun laws should be enacted within their boundaries.

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Photo Courtesy of Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida JUMP RETURNS The fourth annual JapanU.S. Military Program (JUMP) will take place at the National Naval Aviation Museum, 1-4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 6.

JUMP connects past and present service members, families and government employees who have served at U.S. military bases in Japan. They have contributed to the unique alliance between the two countries, a relationship of unprecedented strategic and historical significance.

This event is free and open to the public, regardless of military service. The program will begin at 1 p.m. in the Blue Angels Atrium, fol-

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lowed by a reception on the USS Cabot flight deck until 4 p.m.

Featured speakers will include the Honorable Kenji Hirata, consul general of the Consulate General of Japan in Miami; Ambassador James Zumwalt, CEO of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA; and Commander Barnet Harris, commanding officer of Training Squadron Three (VT-3) at NAS Whiting Field.

Japanese cultural displays will include performances of Japanese taiko drums and shakuhachi bamboo flute. Before the program, visitors can browse "reunion" tables

of memorabilia from U.S. bases at Okinawa, Sasebo, Iwakuni, Yokosuka, Atsugi and Misawa.

Launched in 2015, JUMP is a collaborative effort between Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA, the Embassy of Japan in the United States and the National Association of JapanAmerica Societies. By building relationships and providing opportunities for service members to engage with each other, JUMP offers a robust foundation for sustaining the solid alliance and relationship that exists between the U.S. and Japan. The National Naval Aviation Museum has hosted JUMP in Pensacola since 2015, in coordination with the Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida.

Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, email info@ jasnwfl.org or visit jasnwfl.org.

YES ON 3 Voters in Charge, the political committee sponsoring the Yes on 3 campaign, last week announced its Florida Panhandle leadership committee, which will be chaired by Collier Merrill and Jerry Maygarden. The other committee members from Escambia County include Sheriff David Morgan, State Rep. Clay Ingram and Mayor Ashton Hayward.

Amendment 3 ensures that Florida voters shall have the exclusive right to decide whether to authorize casino gambling in the State of Florida. Recent polling shows that more than 70 percent of Florida voters support this amendment. Amendment 3 enjoys bipartisan support and has been endorsed by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Florida League of Women Voters and the Florida Conference of the NAACP, among others.

"We are thrilled to have the support of so many pillars of the community for this important amendment," said Voters in Charge Chairman John Sowinski. "For most of our lifetimes, decisions about casino gambling were left up to the voters. It is past time to return that right to Floridians and take it away from politicians and special interest groups in Tallahassee."

For more information about the Yes on 3 campaign, visit votersincharge.org.

CIVIC SUCCESS James Fallows, author and correspondent for The Atlantic, last week at CivicCon offered to the audience of over 100 people what his travels have shown were the three critical ingredients to civic success.

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eral years traveling across the country visiting small towns and medium-sized cities. They sought to gain insights into the real pulse of the nation. The couple's book on the venture, "Our Towns, A 100,000-Mile Journey into the Heart of America," was a national bestseller.

According to Fallows' research, the three keys to civic success are: •Engagement. "It has to be more than sitting before a screen," said Fallows. "There needs to be a face-to-face connection."

•A clear-eyed assessment of assets and liabilities. Fallows talked about not trying to be something unrealistic—beyond the communities capabilities—but he also pointed out how some communities have embraced their weaknesses and used them as motivation to improve.

•Economic vitality that has more than natural inclusiveness. He said, "You have to make people feel welcomed here."

CivicCon is a speaker series hosted by the Studer Community Institute and News Journal to encourage civic conversations on ways to make Pensacola a better place. Past speakers have included former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy, retired U.S. Sena-

tor Bob Graham and Strong Towns founder Chuck Marohn.

POLITICS WITH JAZZ Santa Rosa County Democratic Black Caucus will host its second annual Blue Jazz Brunch, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Skopelos New World Landing.

The Calvin Jasper Jazz Trio will be featured.

Speakers include Dr. Jennifer Zimmerman, candidate for Congress, and other candidates. Attendees will enjoy a full brunch buffet and have door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction.

Funds raised from the event will support Democratic candidates, SRCDBC's voter education and Get Out the Vote activities, and their annual Holiday Adopt-A-Family program for needy families in Santa Rosa and Escambia counties. Tickets for the event are $40 and are available online at srcdbc.org.

CALL FOR VENDORS Downtown Milton is reviving its farmers market and wants vendors.

Formerly known as the Riverwalk Market, the new Main Street Market will bring the best of local produce, food, arts and crafts to Milton.

Relocating from the Riverwalk area to the more

visible city parking lot located at 6850 Caroline St. in the heart of Downtown Milton.

Vendors may apply for a space at the Main Street Market by contacting Main Street Milton. A 10-foot by 10-foot vending spot is $25 per market date. Space is limited.

The Main Street Market will be held on the first Saturday of the month in October, November and December from 8 a.m.-noon.

For the fall, those dates are Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1. The Market will resume in the spring.

For details, contact Stephen Prestesater, sprestesater@miltonfl.org.

The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce is also calling for art vendors for the 2018 Art & Wine Festival being held Sunday, Oct. 21, at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. The festival will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

The selection committee is seeking 25 artists to show/sell original works of art.

Application forms can be downloaded at pensacolabeachchamber.com/event/art-winefestival/. Photos of art items must be submitted with the application, or it must include directions to a website where the artwork items can be viewed. Deadline for applying is Oct. 9. All entries are $100 for a 10-foot by

10-foot tent space. Include a check or money order payable to Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce with the completed application and mail to Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, 7 Casino Beach Boardwalk, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS Tuesday,

Oct. 9 is the last day to register to vote for those who wish to cast a ballot in the Nov. 6 General Election. New registrations must be completed and received or postmarked no later than Oct. 9 for them to be effective for the Nov. 6 election. Address changes can be made after the books close. If you are unsure of your registration status, visit escambiavotes. com and click Am I Registered? to check.

The Escambia County Waste Services Department will host the next Regional Roundup 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 13, at Blue Angels Elementary School, 1551 Dog Track Rd. Regional Roundup events provide an opportunity to properly dispose of electronics, household hazardous waste and up to four tires per vehicle, free of charge. For more details, email wasteservices@myescambia.com. {in}

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING & CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL BEST OF THE COAST WINNERS!

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Best Reason to Attend a Blue Wahoos Game Fireworks Food Root for the Home Team

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5Eleven Palafox Best Special Event Space Best Ceremony Venue Quint Studer Best Person to Have on Your Side Bubba’s Sweet Spot Best Place to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt Photo Credits: Hamilton Images, Lazzat Photography

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BEST HAIR SALON Winner: Volume ONE Arrow Salon & Spa Moonflower Salon Salon San Carlos BEST HAIR STYLIST Winner: Karla Varley (Volume ONE) Chelsey Domschke (Arrow Salon & Spa) Alex Horne (Salon San Carlos) Colleen Williams (Moonflower Salon) BEST HAIR COLORIST Winner: Maxine Lyvers (Arrow Salon & Spa) Sidni Mickel (Ahead Of Style) Vanessa Sturms (Vibe Inc.) Becca Wheless (The Color Chemist)

Tia Henry (Arrow Salon & Spa) Sonya Scarbrough (Stay The Spa) BEST SKIN CARE OVERALL Winner: Welch SkinCare Serendipity Skincare Studio Still Waters Day & Medical Spa WellBeauty BEST DAY SPA Winner: Escape Wellness Spa Stay The Spa Still Waters Day & Medical Spa WellBeauty BEST TANNING Winner: The Hue Gulf Coast Glam House The Sunless Store Tropical Touch Tanning Boutique

BEST BARBER SHOP Winner: Pensacola House of Barbers Barberos East Hill Barbershop Wilfrid's Barber and Fine Goods

BEST GYM Winner: Coastal Fitness Training Anytime Fitness Downtown Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA Regymen Fitness Pensacola

BEST MEN'S HAIR STYLIST Winner: Colton Walden (Pensacola House of Barbers) Noel Delarosa (Pensacola House of Barbers) Nick Fury (Wilfrid's Barber and Fine Goods) Rick MaHarrey (The Country Club Barbershop)

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER Winner: Kenzie Presnell (Fixed on Fitness) Lorenzo Aguilar (Anytime Fitness Downtown) Josh Presnell (Fixed on Fitness) Jaid Slaughter (Coastal Fitness Training)

BEST MASSAGE Winner: Escape Wellness Spa 12th Avenue Massage Therapy Group Stay The Spa Still Waters Day & Medical Spa BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST Winner: Stephanie Knight (Escape Wellness Spa) Bruce Common (12th Avenue Massage Therapy Group) Rae Petersen (Stay The Spa) Rommel Reguindin (Escape Wellness Spa) BEST PEDICURE Winner: Stay The Spa Bellagio Day Spa Nail Lounge Polished Nail Bar Pensacola BEST MANICURE Winner: DESHI Herbal Nails & Spa Polished Nail Bar Pensacola Stay The Spa BEST WAXING Winner: Brazilian Wax of Pensacola Arrow Salon & Spa Stay The Spa The Waxing Studio BEST FACIAL Winner: Still Waters Day & Medical Spa Escape Wellness Spa Serendipity Skincare Studio WellBeauty BEST ESTHETICIAN Winner: Ingrid Krieger (Escape Wellness Spa) Zoe Haft (Ben Brown, MD Plastic & Reconstitute Surgery)

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BEST YOGA Winner: Breathe Yoga and Wellness Center BeachLife Fitness URU Yoga and Beyond Wild Lemon BEST YOGA INSTRUCTOR Winner: Briana Knight (disko lemonade) Donna Dickey (Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA) Jennifer Jens (BeachLife Fitness) Nancy LaNasa (Breathe Yoga and Wellness Center & Abhaya Above) BEST PILATES Winner: Wild Lemon The Pilates Barre Pilates Core Training Pure Pilates BEST FITNESS CLASSES Winner: Coastal Fitness Training BeachLife Fitness Pure Barre Pensacola Regymen Fitness Pensacola BEST FITNESS INSTRUCTOR Winner: Leah Seacrest (Regymen Fitness Pensacola) Barbara Bruni (Pilates Core Training) Catalina Lehman (Pure Barre Pensacola) Brandi Rodriguez (Wild Lemon)

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BEST WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Winner: Ideal Weight Loss Medi-Weightloss My Healthy Blueprint Powered

by Baptist Health Care Sacred Heart Surgical Weight Loss Center

BEST HOSPITAL Winner: Sacred Heart Health System Baptist Hospital Gulf Breeze Hospital West Florida Hospital

BEST BANK Winner: Regions Bank Bank of Pensacola Beach Community Bank Hancock Whitney Bank

BEST CREDIT UNION Winner: Pen Air Federal Credit Union Central Credit Union of Florida Gulf Winds Federal Credit Union Navy Federal Credit Union

BEST APARTMENT COMMUNITY Winner: Southtowne Apartments The Crossings at Nine Mile Road Governors Gate Apartments West Woods Apartments BEST POOL & SPA COMPANY Winner: Pensacola Pools Aqua Pool & Patio Pool Designs of Florida Robert's Pools BEST ARCHITECTURE FIRM Winner: Brett Duch Architect Dalrymple | Sallis Architecture Quina Grundhoefer Architects SMP Architecture BEST LAW FIRM Winner: Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Emmanuel, Sheppard & Condon Levin, Papantonio, Thomas, Mitchell, Rafferty & Proctor, P.A. Michles & Booth, P.A.

BEST FINANCIAL ADVISOR Winner: Andrew Martin (Atlas Financial Strategies) Thomas J. Henriques (Bluewater Wealth Strategies) John Peacock (Edward Jones) Jay Zito (Jay Zito Financial Professional)

BEST ATTORNEY Winner: Chris Crawford (Law Offices of Chris Crawford) Brad Bradford (Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz) Antonio Bruni (Michles & Booth, P.A.) Ben Shell (Emmanuel, Sheppard & Condon)

BEST ACCOUNTING FIRM Winner: Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund Baniakas & Associates Bass & Sandfort Warren Averett

BEST INSURANCE AGENCY Winner: McMahon & Hadder Insurance Barnes Insurance & Financial Services Hiles-McLeod Insurance Will Rentschler State Farm

BEST RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AGENCY Winner: Levin Rinke Realty Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate The Harmon Murphy Group at Keller Williams Realty, Inc. RE/MAX on the Coast

BEST CHIROPRACTOR Winner: Dr. David Edge (Edge Family Chiropractic) Dr. Derek Finger (Derek Finger, D.C. Chiropractic Physician) Dr. Richard Jacobs (Jacobs Chiropractic & Wellness Center) Dr. Johnathan Newlin (Newlin Chiropractic)

BEST COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AGENCY Winner: NAI Pensacola Beck Partners Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT Gunther Properties, LLC BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT Winner: Skip Geiser (Main Street Properties) Logan DeVries (NAI Pensacola) Amanda Hurd (Levin Rinke Realty) Conna O'Donovan (Conna O'Donovan Real Estate) BEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL/INN Winner: Sole Inn and Suites Lee House New World Inn Paradise Inn

BEST NON-GYM WORKOUT Winner: Pure Barre Pensacola Fixed on Fitness Team Remedy BJJ and MMA TITLE Boxing Club Pensacola

BEST HOTEL–PENSACOLA BEACH Winner: Hilton Pensacola Beach Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach Margaritaville Beach Hotel Paradise Inn

BEST OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP Winner: Fixed on Fitness 4 Shore Fit Coastal Fitness Training Unlimited Fitness Results, Inc

BEST HOTEL–PENSACOLA Winner: Pensacola Grand Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Holiday Inn Express Downtown Sole Inn and Suites

BEST DENTIST Winner: Dr. Stu Bonnin (Kid's Dentist Stu Bonnin DMD) Dr. Ed Faulkner (Advanced Dental Concepts) Dr. Anthony Le (Victus Dental) Dr. Stephen Newsome (Stephen B. Newsome, DMD) BEST ORTHODONTIST Winner: Dr. Ben Fishbein (Fishbein Orthodontics) Dr. Randall Rigsby (Rigsby Orthodontics) Dr. Clay Sims (Sims Orthodontics) Dr. Greg Woodfin (Woodfin Cabassa Orthodontics) BEST PEDIATRICIAN Winner: Dr. Randall Reese (Pensacola Pediatrics) Dr. Amy Foland (Pensacola Pediatrics) Dr. Lynn Keefe (Lynn Keefe MD Pediatrics) Dr. Mary Lou O'Grady (Pediatric Associates) BEST GENERAL CARE PHYSICIAN Winner: Dr. Lanway Ling (Ling Family Medicine) Dr. Paul Freitas (Baptist Medical Group)

Dr. Hillary Hultstrand (Woodlands Medical Specialists) Dr. Jennifer Miley (Woodlands Medical Specialists) BEST PSYCHIATRIST/THERAPIST Winner: Dr. Brett Turner (Cordova Counseling Center) Dr. Kristen Hartford (Compass Counseling) Dr. Cris Jagar (The Anchor Clinic) Dr. Venkata R. Sompalli (Lakeview Center/Baptist Medical Group) BEST OB/GYN Winner: Dr. Brian Sontag (Sacred Heart Medical Group) Dr. Jenny Allen (Advanced Women's Care) Dr. Jairan Duke-Elmore (Sacred Heart Medical Group) Dr. Erika Schneider (Baptist Medical Group) BEST OPTOMETRIST Winner: Dr. Gene Terrezza (Terrezza Optical) Dr. Jill Anderson (Clarkson Eyecare) Dr. Cheryl Barton (Woodbine Eye Care) Dr. Jennifer Werrell (Medical Center Clinic) BEST DERMATOLOGIST Winner: Dr. Kevin Welch (Welch SkinCare) Dr. Sean Branch (Henghold Skin Health & Surgery Group) Dr. Scott McMartin (Dermatology and Laser Center Medical Center Clinic) Dr. Amy Pote Watson (Dermatology Associates of Northwest Florida) BEST PLASTIC SURGEON Winner: Dr. Peter Butler (Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery) Dr. Ben Brown (Ben Brown, MD Plastic & Reconstitute Surgery) Dr. James Frost (Frost Plastic Surgery) Dr. Nathan Patterson (Patterson Plastic Surgery) BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY Winner: Medical Center Clinic Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine The Movement Dr Select Physical Therapy BEST PHARMACY Winner: Everwell Specialty Pharmacy Gulf Breeze Apothecary & Pharmacy Jackson-Pace Pharmacy Thrif-T Drugs BEST WALK-IN CLINIC Winner: ProHealth Medical Care Baptist Urgent Care Sacred Heart Urgent Care Quality Urgent Care & Wellness BEST VET Winner: Spanish Trail Veterinary Hospital East Hill Animal Hospital Safe Harbor Animal Hospital Scenic Hills Veterinary Hospital BEST DOG GROOMER Winner: Doggy Stylz Grooming Salon Cain's Dog House Everything's Irie Doggie Salon ShamPoochies

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BEST DOGGIE DAY CARE/BOARDING Winner: Cain's Dog House Pensacola Pet Resort Play 'n Stay at Olive Branch Pet Hospital Spanish Trail Veterinary Hospital

BEST BAKERY Winner: Bluejay's Bakery J's Bakery and Cafe Milton Quality Bakery Oh Snap! Cupcakes

BEST DOG TRAINING Winner: Positive Splash Dog Training Best Paw Forward Happy Hound Dog Obedience Mike the Dog Trainer

BEST CATERER Winner: Classic City Catering Apple Market Culinary Productions Inc. Nancy's Catering & Events

BEST DRY CLEANER Winner: Vick's Cleaners Kate's Cleaners Modern Dry Cleaners Pressed4Time

BEST FLORIST Winner: Fiore Celebrations Just Judy's Flowers Supposey

BEST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Winner: Omega Construction & Design, Inc. East Hill Building and Design Morette Company Old South Construction

BEST PHOTOGRAPHY Winner: Kista Haas Photography Jordan Burch Photography Lindsey Friar Photography Patsy Brown Photography

BEST LANDSCAPING Winner: The Wallace Company Eye Candy Lawns Executive Landscaping , Inc. Outerspaces Landscapes

BEST BOWLING ALLEY Winner: Oops Alley Cordova Lanes DeLuna Lanes Strikerz

BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER Winner: Refined House Kristin Burke at Dalrymple | Sallis Architecture Dee McDavid Interiors Lacy Phillips Designs

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Services AIKEN PICTURE FRAMES SOUTH INC.

15 E. Brent Lane, Ste. 7, aikenpictureframes.com How do you define being the "best"? We specialize in producing a quality product at a fair price while providing our customers with a special service.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Frame it now—for less.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? You can watch us put your picture together, take it home and hang it the same day.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Joe Patti's, Holly's Hobbie House, Wings Pensacola Inc., Nina Fritz and all our local artists.

Answers by: Arlene Aiken, Secretary/Treasurer

ATLAS FINANCIAL STRATEGIES, LLC

125 W. Romana St., Ste. 720, atlasfinancialstrategies.com How do you define being the "best"?

I believe being the "best" in my industry means that your clients know that you are always trying to do your best for them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? I give people clarity and confidence in their retirement planning.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think being very accessible to clients is important and being very transparent. My friends are my clients and my clients are my friends.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Pensacola is such a thriving community full of talented people and successful businesses, it's hard for me to pick a favorite.

Answers by: Andrew Martin, Founder/President

ARROW SALON & SPA

3101 E. Cervantes St., vagaro.com/arrowsalonandspa How do you define being the "best"?

Being the "best" means not accepting that you are. You must always continue to learn in order to continue to grow, whether in life or business.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A creative, knowledgeable team that believes in sustainable beauty. And super fun.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We really listen to our clients' needs and wants, and we are honest about what can or cannot be achieved.

The important thing to our entire team is not only the beauty of your hair and skin but also the health.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? So many—

of course, Arrow Salon Downtown, Kool Graphics, Nomadic Eats, Nearly Dead Threads, SoBo, Apple Market, My Favorite Things, Soft Earth Ceramics, Mode, Breathe, The Magnolia, Urban Objects, Pure Barre, Nom, Global Grill, George and way, way too many more.

Answers by: Maxine Lyvers and Cathy Sheldon, Owners

ARTEL GALLERY

223 S. Palafox, artelgallery.org How do you define being the "best"? Artel's definition of the "best" means that we accomplished our mission and did so with some panache. Our "best" means that our board, volunteers, artists and supporters gave to the gallery in ways that ultimately made Artel a successful source for visual art.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Welcoming. Unusual. Enlightening. Odd to some; home to many.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Besides not having any paid staff, what sets us apart is the encouragement and freedom given to artists to experiment without concern of sales or "prettiness." We are an art for art's sake gallery. We exist so artists of all styles have a venue for their work.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love all

our area's art galleries. We make sure to tell visitors to visit Blue Morning and Quayside galleries. We also appreciate the work First City Art Center and their Gallery 1060 provide to artists. Artel has also enjoyed partnerships with UWF's TAG gallery and PSC's Switzer Gallery.

Answers by: Suzanne Robbert, President

AYLSTOCK, WITKIN, KREIS & OVERHOLTZ PLLC

17 E. Main St., awkolaw.com How do you define being the "best"? Success doesn't happen because of your firm name, an easy phone number or multiple billboards. Being the best means putting forth our best effort every day. We believe that means listening to our clients, understanding their problem and executing a plan to help them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We care about our clients, employees and the community.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We believe that our employees' commitment to serving our clients cannot be matched. Our firm is a family, and we are there for each other so we can be there for our clients. Caring, commitment and contribution to community are core values for our AWKO team.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Pensacola

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Services Beach, Blue Wahoos, Joe Patti's, Blue Dot, Pensacola Children's Chorus and J's Bakery.

Answers by: Neil Overholtz, Founding Partner

BIG JERK SODA CO.

1151 Office Woods Drive, Ste. A, facebook.com/bigjerksoda How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best means working hard at what you do and always being willing to push yourself to be better. If you can do that and focus on what you are passionate about, people will notice.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Delicious local, small batch, from scratch, all-natural craft sodas.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our dedication to using all-natural, fresh ingredients and our desire to make bold, fun flavors sets us apart from other soda companies.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Big Jerk couldn't do what we do without many local businesses, including The Leisure Club, Nathan Dillaha Graphic Design, Gulf Coast Brewery, Perfect Plain Brewing Co., Bare Hand Collective, Marry Me Wedding Rentals and all of the local businesses carrying our products.

Answers by: Jenn and Ryan Eaton, Owners

BOBBY LIKIS CAR CLINIC/PREREPAIR®

5675 N. Davis Highway, carclinicservice.com How do you define being the "best"? Performing. Inspiring. Raising the bar. Every day.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Customer-focused. Performance-driven.

Team-oriented. Technology-embracing.

Stand-up.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Commitment to customer care, engagement and communication.

Focus on leading-edge automotive technologies and on-going technician training and certifications. Implementing industry innovations, like the PreRepair® procedures that prevent repair and BoosterShot® supercharged oil service. Best-of-class automotive service delivered by best-of-class automotive professionals. We care.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Carmen's Lunch Bar, George and Joe Patti's.

Answers by: Bobby Likis, Chief Cheerleader

BRAZILIAN WAX OF PENSACOLA

4400 Bayou Blvd., Ste. 26A, brazilianwaxpensacola.com How do you define being the "best"? We pride ourselves in putting our customers first, and that is why they vote us the "best waxing" on the coast. We strive to give the best profes-

sional, thorough and comfortable wax services possible. And our clients appreciate that they walk into a clean salon.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We are in the business of helping clients feel confident.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The biggest complaint we hear regarding our competition is they left a lot of hair and it was a painful experience. We are thorough and gentle with our wax services.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I love New Yorker Deli. They are my go-to deli. The food is always good there, especially their pizzas. Apple Market is a great neighborhood market and offers really good hot meals, and it's convenient since they're on my way home.

Answers by: Sandy Orlich, Owner

BREATHE YOGA AND WELLNESS CENTER

505 S. Adams St., breathepcola.com How do you define being the "best"?

Our community is the best (consistent, supportive and compassionate), our yoga teachers are the best (uplifting, heartfelt and wise) and our studio is the best (historic Pensacola, shoreline and immaculate).

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A

peaceful sanctuary of stillness, consciousness, purpose, truth and bliss.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We honor and serve our community with a dedication and commitment to living our yoga on and off the mat.

We offer decades of experience to guide, support and encourage our students.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? LIVE, Carmen's, End of the Line Cafe, Nomadic Eats and Constant Coffee.

Answers by: Stacey Vann, Christa Sonnier and Tara Taylor, Directors

CAIN'S DOG HOUSE

1738 Creighton Road, cainsdoghouse.com How do you define being the "best"? In a setting oriented towards pet care, excellent service must be provided both to the owner and the pet. Clear communication between owners and the staff caring for their pets is critical. Pet care should cater to the individual needs and personality of every single pet being cared for.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We specialize in grooming, boarding and daycare services for pets.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We take pride in catering to each pet's individual personality and needs.

Our staff attends annual continuing educa-

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Services tion seminars to provide the best service and products in the pet industry. We always go the extra mile to ensure that both our pets and clients are happy with our services.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Cordova Animal Medical Center, Nameless Freight Outlet, Nameless Furniture, Dela Beauty, Pretty Paneful, Natalie Zepp Photography, Pop's Poop Patrol, Many Moons Trading Post, Nearly Dead Threads and Southern Lane.

Answers by: Lauren, Client Care

LAW OFFICE OF CHRIS CRAWFORD

1 S. A St., bettercallchris.net How do you define being the "best"? I define being the best as giving my office's 100 percent effort to getting the best possible outcome for every client.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We stand by you when you need the best lawyer.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think our focus on doing everything legally that we can for our clients is what sets us apart. We don't give up.

I will fight tooth and nail for my clients.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? This is by far the hardest question to answer. Downtown Pensacola has grown so much that it truly rivals major cities with everything that we offer.

IRON can match any restaurant. Then you have Khon's, Dog House—I mean, every day you can go to an amazing place.

Answers by: Chris Crawford

CLASSIC CITY CATERING

214 W. Intendencia St., classiccitycatering.com How do you define being the "best"?

Exquisite cuisine, experience and exceptional service are the hallmarks of Classic City Catering. It's what our clients throughout the Florida Panhandle and Alabama Gulf Coast have come to rely on since 1989.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We can caterer any event from "BBQ to black tie."

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Classic City's "on-site facility" has the ability to meet any of your location requirements by transforming any space into a suitable dining facility. Parking lots, grassy fields, parks, beaches, all can be rendered suitable for your event's special needs.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? For food— Chef Blake at Union Public House and Chef Dan at Big Top Brewery. For wine—Ian at the Wine Bar and The Bottle Shop.

Answers by: David Penniman, Owner

COASTAL FITNESS TRAINING

6057 Gulf Breeze Parkway, coastalfitnesstraining.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being a well-rounded business that services the community, provides quality services and products to clients and gives back.

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How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A women's only boot camp-style gym with an amazing community.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our dedication to each individual and making sure that we build a personal relationship so that our clients don't feel like just a number but a family member.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Kista Haas Photography, South Market, Apple Market, Casino Beach Bar and Grill, Alyssa's Antique Depot and Coastal Paddle.

Answers by: Jaid Slaughter and Paula Laurendine, Owners/Operators

DISKO LEMONADE

101 E. Romana St., diskolemonade.com How do you define being the "best"?

Anyone who continues to be open to learning more and curious enough to keep exploring and testing things out is the best in my book.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

A place to go and laugh your ass off.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are all weird. What I mean is, I try to be authentic, and I encourage my instructors to do the same. By cultivating and encouraging that authenticity, we are able to better relate to people, that coupled with a unique method of teaching to the present moment.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Perfect Plain, Bodacious everything, Old Hickory Whiskey Bar, Taco Agave, Indigeaux Denim Bar, Melobay, Beck Partners, Glow Salon, Salon San Carlos, Big Top, Escape Wellness, Wine Bar, Elbow Room and many more.

Answers by: Briana Knight, Owner/Educator

ESCAPE WELLNESS SPA

4400 Bayou Blvd., Ste. 24, escapeandfeelbetter.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best means we set our standards of excellence high, and we continue to raise them every year. We are constantly researching cutting-edge techniques and services to improve our knowledge to better serve each person we touch. We love our clients as much as they love Escape.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Escape is heaven on earth.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? From the moment you walk in the door until the time you leave, we offer a memorable experience. We make a personal connection with each client and understand their needs are unique.

We combine highly therapeutic treatments with the most soothing, relaxing experience. We want you to truly Escape.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I love Carmen's Lunch Bar, Ride Society, Fosko, Style Downtown, Casino Beach Bar, Susan

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Services Campbell Jewelry, Fortis Institute, Dolce and Gelato, Old Hickory Whiskey Bar, Fiore, Vibe Hair Salon and Vinyl Music Hall.

Answers by: Stephanie E. Knight, LMT/Owner

FAMOUS GABE'S HULA MOON TATTO

473 N. Pace Blvd., hulamoontattoo.com How do you define being the "best"? We just try to do our best with each and every client by handcrafting each tattoo one at a time.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Weird, wild, wonderful—like the sign says.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our emphasis is to give an experience more so than a procedure.

We just have fun.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I start my day at CJ's Diner with the best breakfast in the county. I end my day at the Elbow Room, which just so happens to be the best pub ever. Keeping our money in Pensacola is the key. Shop local.

Answers by: Famous Gabe (who is not as old as Ed)

FIORE OF PENSACOLA

15 W. Main St., fioreofpensacola.com How do you define being the "best"?

What pushes me every day to be the best

is looking at a wall of thank you notes opposite my desk that reminds me hard work pays off.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Creative designers of moments made with flowers, aromas and candlelight.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our staff is a family of creatives that is the village that cares about every single detail of your event, beginning to end.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The Fiore staff loves to gather around a table and enjoy a great meal from our favorite restaurants like UPH, Nom, Jackson's and IRON, to name a few.

Answers by: Shannon Pallin, Owner

FISHBEIN ORTHODONTICS

4900 Market Place Road, fishortho.com How do you define being the "best"?

Our goal is to provide the best patient care and experience we can. Happy patients are our number one priority.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A beautiful smile at an affordable price.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The people. Our team does whatever it takes to make sure our patients have the best experience possible.

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Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Some favorites or our team are Regymen, Orange Theory Fitness, IRON, Newk's, Grand Marlin, Bellagio, Still Waters Day Spa, Drift and Volume ONE. Answers by: Ben Fishbein

rants are Union Public House, Global Grill, Skopelo's, IRON and Khon's. We also love to catch a Wahoos game and think Lee House is a beautiful place to get away for the night.

Answers by: Kenzie Presnell, Owner

FIXED ON FITNESS

543 Fontaine St., gulfcoastplasticsurgery.com How do you define being the "best"? It is my goal to help a patient improve his or her appearance, correct a defect or reconstruct part of the body after an accident or trauma. Each patient deserves my absolute best effort every time. In turn, I help my patients look and feel their best.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A highly skilled plastic surgeon known for being meticulous, compassionate and caring.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? For more than 18 years, Dr. Butler has been dedicated to providing his patients with beautiful, natural-looking results. Experience, along with the use of the latest in surgical technique, allows Dr. Butler to make his patients' dreams a reality.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? For a steak, The District or Jackson's Steakhouse. For cocktails with a view, Grand Marlin or Casino Beach Bar and Grille. Shirley's Cafe & Bakery is a great new place for coffee and

707 E. Cervantes St., fixedonfitness.com How do you define being the "best"?

When it comes to the fitness industry, we think that being the "best" involves providing more than just a workout for our clients.

People can get a good workout in many places. You must invest in each client. You must educate them about total wellness.

You must care about them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? FOF is a comprehensive health and wellness program.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? FOF has been running outdoor boot camps since 2008. What you get at FOF that you don't get in other programs is the community we provide. We are all working together. We support each other. We cheer each other on. We know your name and your story.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love so many businesses around town. We love to eat, and some of our favorite restau-

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Answers by: Cathy Butler, Marketing Director

IDEAL WEIGHT LOSS

913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Ste. 36, idealweightloss-gb.com How do you define being the "best"? For almost eight years, we have helped hundreds of people lose thousands of pounds in the Panhandle area. Our mission is to educate and inform the dieter to help them keep the weight off. We educate on food combinations for weight loss.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We are a proven weight loss method without pills.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our motto is, "You will never medicate yourself out of a situation that you behaved yourself into." We have an outstanding support system in place at IWL, where patients can pretty much reach us at most hours, day or night, to assist them with reaching their goals.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love supporting our local small business owners.

Global Grill, Casks and Flights, Vinyl Music Hall, Shan Kishi, Pizzaz and Elite Repeats are among our favorites.

Answers by: Kristi Renfroe, Owner/Coach

IDEAWORKS

1110 N. Palafox, ideaworks.co How do you define being the "best"?

When we tackle a project, no matter the size, it is always driven by strong content and creative and rooted in data and technology. We challenge ourselves daily to solve our clients' most pressing business problems, and we relentlessly pursue measurable ROI for them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

A digital and public relations agency that grows businesses.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our clients get to work with a lean interdisciplinary team rather than relying upon the opinion of one person (who may or may not be up-to-date on the latest technology), whether they have a research project, a citywide event or a national campaign.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Melobay (an awesome new shop on Palafox north of Garden), Wine Bar, J's Bakery, Carmen's Lunch Bar, Emerald Coast Tours Haunted Tours, Sammy Barker's, Franco's, Restaurant IRON and Nothing Bundt Cakes (we eat a lot).

Answers by: Caron Sjoberg, CEO

KIDS' DENTIST, STU BONNIN DMD

3201 E. Olive Road, stubonnin.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best is treating everyone with respect, empathy and understanding and listening to what customers want and need.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We are the premier pediatric dentist for Northwest Florida.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our customer service is superb, we strive to communicate well and we offer great value for your health care dollars.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Sims Orthodontics, Chip's Gym and Cajun Specialty Meats.

Answers by: Stu Bonnin DMD, Pediatric Dentist

THE LEE HOUSE

400 Bayfront Parkway, leehousepensacola.com How do you define being the "best"? Happy vacationers and local stay-cationers. Happy business travelers and corporate wine dinner guests. Happy anniversary celebrators, birthday partiers and Valentine's Dayers. And happy brides, grooms and wedding guests.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

A hotel and events venue that embodies Pensacola's historic charm.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The intimacy with which we engage each person that walks through our door. Whatever has brought someone to our unique bay front and park front hotel, our wonderful, local team prides itself on knowing them and making sure they feel at home at the Lee House and in our wonderful city.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The diversity of Pensacola's businesses, and the passion behind them, is what makes our city so soulful. They are all great.

Answers by: Collier, Burney and Will Merrill and Tosh Belsinger, Owners

LEVIN RINKE REALTY

1 Portofino Drive, levinrinkerealty.com How do you define being the "best"?

Pensacola and the surrounding communities have trusted Levin Rinke Realty with their real estate business for over 25 years. That is why our expert realtors provide the gold standard in customer service. Thank you, Pensacola, for voting us as the best residential real estate company for four consecutive years.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We are the No. 1 independent real estate office in Pensacola.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Levin Rinke Realty provides the tools our realtors need to succeed through a

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Services powerful marketing budget, ongoing education and unparalleled support. As a local business, we believe in giving back to the community that has trusted us year after year with their business and support.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? There is nothing like taking a ferry from vibrant downtown Pensacola to the beautiful sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach to enjoy a delicious meal at Hemingway's Island Grill.

Answers by: Emily Woodson, Marketing Expert

DR. LANWAY LING

3298 Summit Blvd., Ste. #39 How do you define being the "best"? Try to be best 'cause you're only a man, and a man's gotta learn to take it. Try to believe, though the going gets rough, that you gotta hang tough to make it. History repeats itself. Try and you'll succeed. Never doubt that you're the one, and you can have your dreams.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Healthcare for the family where you are treated like family.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Great staff and wonderful patients all working together towards common goals.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Shark Fin, Ichiban, Nippon, Yummi Deli, Cactus Flower, IRON, Intermission, Chen's and Joe Patti's.

Answers by: Daniel LaRusso, Karate Kid

NAI PENSACOLA

24 W. Chase St., naipensacola.com How do you define being the "best"? We take great pride in providing A+ service to our clients. The best rating we have comes from the number of repeat clients and referrals we receive.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We are a full-service international commercial real estate company.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are actively involved in our community through work with charities, nonprofits and government entities. Giving back is a part of our business philosophy. We strive to treat all clients and contacts with respect and a deep belief in the Golden Rule.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love all of the downtown festivals and special events, especially Mardi Gras, Winterfest, Fiesta and the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival. We also are big fans of the downtown shops, restaurants and sporting events.

Answers by: DeeDee Davis, CEO

PEN AIR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

1495 E. Nine Mile Road, penair.org How do you define being the "best"? At Pen Air, being the best means living our mission of enhancing lives through exceptional service, strength and financial solutions.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We provide financial solutions for all stages of life.

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? At Pen Air, respect is a guiding principle, an unshakeable belief in dreams and the can-do attitudes that make them real. We are dedicated to making your dreams a reality.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? University of West Florida, Pensacola State College, Studer Community Institute, Blue Wahoos, Ice Flyers, USO, YMCA, Manna Food Pantry, Achieve Escambia and Sacred Heart Children's Hospital.

Answers by: Melissa Dandridge, Public Relations Specialist

PENSACOLA HOUSE OF BARBERS

2011 E. Olive Road, pensacolahouseofbarbers.com How do you define being the "best"? We define being the best by staying humble and letting your work and kindness do the talking for you.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? An oldtime barbershop with a family feel.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We take our time with our clients and make them feel like this is home to them.

We focus on providing a relaxing environment and getting to know our clients and building relationships with them.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Blue Dot BBQ, Old Hickory Whiskey Bar, Restaurant IRON and McGuire's are always high on our list locally.

Answers by: Colton Walden, Owner/Barber

PURE BARRE PENSACOLA

6 S. Palafox, purebarre.com/fl-pensacola How do you define being the "best"? The "best" to us means giving our clients everything they deserve and more than their money's worth. It means treating them with warmth and respect and providing a challenging and effective workout while keeping them entertained.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A fullbody workout that targets every single muscle.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Everyone on my staff is a genuinely nice person who is very well trained and qualified to do what they're doing. We all want the same thing out of our job—which is to provide our clients with a great workout in a spacious, clean and welcoming environment.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Other than our own fabulous studio, we love Fosko Coffee Barre.

Their staff is kind and professional and always ready to help. The shop is gorgeous and clean and a great place to sit down with a friend or even have a business meeting. Their coffee is the best in town.

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REFINED HOUSE

526 W. Chase St., refinedhouse.com How do you define being the "best"? You can't be the best unless you have a great team behind you, all the suppliers, subcontractors and friends.

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Thank you to our local stay-cationers, romantic get-awayers, and out of town vacationers. Thank you to our local businesses, business travelers, and corporate wine dinner clients. Thank you to our special event hosts and their guests. Thank you to our brides and grooms. And thank you to our unbelievable Lee House team: Stephanie, Mariah, & Madison!

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Services How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Family-focused. We design, develop, collaborate and construct.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The focus we have on the end users' wants, needs, lifestyle, job parameters and budget, not just how to make pretty pictures.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Our neighbors across the street—Soft Earth Ceramics. They are our new obsession, and their Instagram is addictive.

Answers by: Stacy Marie Snowden, Principal and Design Director

your fitness routine or your results are plateauing, options keep it fresh. Our performance-tracked workouts include burn, box, build, group fitness and cycling, not to mention your ability to get in your own workout with our open gym floor or a paddleboard session in-season.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Primal Nosh, Everwell Pharmacy, Fishbein Orthodontics, Alpha Omega, Yolo Adventures Pensacola, URU Yoga and Running Wild.

Answers by: Leah M. Seacrest, Co-Owner/ Head Coach

have for ongoing development and service to others allows us to create meaningful, lasting relationships with our clients.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? With so many local favorites to choose from, where do we even begin? Our local businesses that have stood for generations are what give Pensacola its trademark character.

We are also proud of the many young, homegrown businesses that are bringing Pensacola into the future.

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vested into the community to create good jobs, build an inclusive local economy and support early brain development initiatives.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Of course, the Blue Wahoos, the Bodacious Shops and Bubba's Sweet Shop. Seriously, there are so many great places to eat, shop, visit or play near Southtowne, it's hard to pick our favorites. Stay tuned, though, because we'll be announcing some new favorites coming to Southtowne in just a few months.

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5007 N. Davis Highway, Ste. 14, seacrestfitnesscompany.com How do you define being the "best"?

Regymen Fitness Pensacola is a cutting-edge fitness facility offering this area's largest selection of innovative workout programs and classes under one roof, constantly reinvented to ensure results. Our three specialty performance-tracked studios offer results-driven workouts you'll love. We also provide an open gym and paddleboard classes.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? An innovative performance-tracked, result-driven craft gym with a strong community.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? If you're bored with

900 N. 12th Ave., saltmarshcpa.com How do you define being the "best"?

As we approach our 75th anniversary, we are overwhelmed by the loyalty our clients have shown us through the years. Being the "best" isn't a finish line. We've always been dedicated to putting the needs of our clients first, and we strive to improve on that each and every day.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We contribute to the financial success of others.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Without a doubt, our people are what make Saltmarsh unique. We wouldn't be where we are without the members of our Saltmarsh family. The passion our people

101 E. Romana St., southtowneapartments.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best means building a vibrant, welcoming and safe urban community for a diverse group of residents while supporting our mission of improving the quality of life for everyone in the Pensacola area.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Southtowne is Pensacola's premier urban live, work and play neighborhood.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? What sets Southtowne apart is our commitment to true community development, not just real estate development. Profits from Southtowne and other Studer Properties projects are rein-

7 W. Main St., volumeonesalon.com How do you define being the "best"?

Never settling.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Maintaining the culture of Pensacola, one haircut at a time.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The pursuit of excellence outside of our community. Gaining and reaching an international audience. Maintaining international relationships and education.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Union Public House, Badlands, Vinyl Music Hall, A Clear Mind and Still Waters.

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3607 Andrew Ave., thewallacecompany.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best in this business means doing the little things right. If you start with the little things, the big things will follow. Hire the best, equip them with the right tools and let them run the "race" like a thoroughbred.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Complete outdoor solutions. You dream it; we can deliver it.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? People. Very simple, our people set us apart. There are no shortcuts to doing things the right way. We understand what it takes to produce the results our customers are looking for.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We try to support other local business as much as we can. We always enjoy Pensacola Hardware, Joe Patti's Seafood, spending time at the Vince Whibbs Community Maritime Park, catching a burger at Jerry's Drive In. Pensacola is very fortunate to have so many great small businesses.

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WELCH SKINCARE CENTER

8333 North Davis Highway, kevinwelchmd.com How do you define being the "best"? Being the "best" is defined by our highly trained and caring staff, our experience and, most importantly, our relationship with our clientele.

Keeping up-to-date on the latest technologies and techniques to provide our clients with the best options available.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Advanced clinical spa offering premium products backed by science.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Honesty, experience and a true passion to help people feel and look their best. The Welch SkinCare Center is the only local SkinCeuticals Advanced Clinical Spa and offers customizable skincare using our LED SkinScope.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Jackson's Steak House, Sake CafĂŠ, Portofino and Miller's Ale House.

Answers by: Kelly Bauman, Cosmetic Concierge

ourselves, in creating a space where the work starts inside.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Happy Pilates, The Magnolia, chizuko, Ride Society, Ever'man and so many others. We love Pensacola.

Answers by: Brandi Rodriguez, Owner/Instructor

WILFRID'S BARBER & FINE GOODS 5 S. Palafox, wilfridspensacola.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being the "best" is constantly striving to better ourselves to be able to provide a memorable experience and service for our current and future patrons.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Haircuts and hot shaves provided in the heart of downtown.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our constant push for education, attention to detail, cleanliness and professionalism is what sets Wilfrid's apart.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Perfect Plain, Bare Hand Collective, Hula Moon Tattoo, Pop Comics, Union Public House, El Asador, Two Birds Street Food, Graffiti Pizza, Ripe Juice Bar and Express Mobile Techs are just a few of many great local businesses we frequent.

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WILD LEMON

3000 N. 12th Ave., beawildlemon.com How do you define being the "best"?

A desire to continually improve in order to serve our clients and community to the best of our ability. We are forever students, learning every day from our environment and our "lemons."

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A neighborhood fitness studio for everybody with a welcoming environment.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We believe in community, in working hard and playing hard, in laughing, in pursuing the best version of 828 2

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ALYSSA'S

4586 Chumuckla Highway, Pace, shopalyssas.com How do you define being the “best"? Being the best means to be superior by exceeding the customers' expectations on every level. At Alyssa's, we strive to provide an atmosphere that the entire family can enjoy together.

We will always go above and beyond for our customers and have proved that by 15 years of walking the talk.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Furniture, lighting, rugs, decor, gifts, antiques, boutique clothing and collectibles.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our mission is to provide a superior store with excellent customer service and a Christ-centered atmosphere all while impacting our community by being the hands and feet of Jesus. We live that daily. You will find great prices on unique decor, furniture and gifts at all three stores.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love so many locals like Copper Possum, Vintage Goat & Garden, B&C Nursery, Florida Turf Pros, Foam Seal Insulation, Matrix One Source, The Cutting Board, Milton Bakery, Sky's Pizza, Wild Honey and La Hacienda.

Answers by: Alyssa Schepper, Owner

ARAGON WINE MARKET

27 S. 9th Ave., aragonwinemarket.com How do you define being the “best"? It's such an honor to be chosen as “best." To me, being best means that we have tried hard to keep our customers happy. No one is perfect, but if you have good intentions and work hard, then that is your best.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A unique and affordable wine store with personal service.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think our customer service sets us apart. We take each customer's needs seriously and work to help fulfill those requests.

Also, we are a “judgment-free zone"—meaning the best wine is the wine you like, regardless of cost or accolades.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I hate to answer this question because I will likely forget some of my favorites and feel awful. I will say that I live and work downtown, so I support all my local downtown haunts.

Answers by: Charlotte Gordon, Owner

CHARLOTTE MASON PRINTING COMPANY

2370 N. Palafox, Bldg. 1, charlottemasonprintco.com How do you define being the “best"?

Being the “best" means working hard to better yourself. It means always being open to learning and pushing yourself even when it's difficult, which requires a lot of patience and determination. Owning a business isn't for the faint of heart, but it makes anything you earn 10 times sweeter.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Letterpress paper goods printed on a 100-year-old machine.

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stands out because of its unique aesthetic and history. It was originally invented as a commercial process but has become such a beautiful art form that my client base appreciates. Everything takes time, is handmade and comes from the heart, and I think people can see that.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Being a part of Bare Hand Collective has given me so many amazing opportunities to form relationships with my fellow entrepreneurs: Voyage Real Estate, Losobe Woodworks, Hula Moon Tattoos, Sweet Betsy's Tattoos, Southern Creative, Big Jerk Soda, End of the Line Cafe, chizuko, Elbow Room—there are so many.

Answers by: Caitlyn Cooney, Owner/Printmaker

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EVER'MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE

315 W. Garden St., everman.org How do you define being the “best"? Being the best place to shop for all-natural, locally sourced produce and groceries.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Our cooperative supports organic, local, cruelty-free, fair-trade and non-GMO products.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? At Ever'man, we provide healthier, more nutritious alternatives to conventional offerings while still providing our members and customers with a wide variety of foods.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? At Ever'man, we support our local and regional farmers and offer seasonal selections.

Answers by: Maria Pinochet, Marketing Manager

NEARLY DEAD THREADS & ODDITIES/PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET PENSACOLA

3731 A W. Navy Blvd., nearlydeadthread.com How do you define being the “best"? I don't know how to define “the best"—that feels like a competition. We put our heart and soul into a shop that offers something different and unique to the area. Our objective is to be part of the community here, among other businesses and artists, not above them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Functional vintage clothing combined with local art and unusual oddities.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Hopefully everything. It's vintage meets the Punk Rock Flea Market.

Yet we can still appeal to anyone who walks through our doors. We have succulents and stained glass, vintage clothing from three vendors and also wet specimen and bones, all in just 966 square feet.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? All of Pensacola.

We have lived many places, but this is the first place we've called home. We love photographer Dee Dee Kohl and Arrow Salon, especially Cathy Sheldon. We also love URU, chizuko, Blue Moon Antiques, Sir Dick's, McGuire's, the artists we work with and too much else to name.

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PALAFOX COMPUTERS

111 N. Palafox, palafoxcomputers.com How do you define being the “best"?

We define “best" as being voted on by the public for excelling in all aspects of servicing our customers.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Professional, comfortable and efficient.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We listen to our customers and want them to feel heard without judgment. We also understand that everyone's computers and phones are an intricate part of their lives.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We take our team to Escape for team building and to Perfect Plain for rewards. We love the atmosphere at all of our local breweries and restaurants.

Answers by: Kyle Crawford, President

PENSACOLA HARDWARE

20 E. Gregory St., pensacolahardware.com How do you define being the “best"? Strong leadership and a commitment to providing hardware and construction supplies and quality housewares. We have always strived to know what our customers need today and will need tomorrow in regards to the construction industry by understanding and knowing code requirements and how product specifications meet those requirements.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A great, old hardware store and a Pensacola destination.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our commitment to customer service. Our focus has always been what our customers' needs will need tomorrow, not just today. Since 1851, we have been introducing new cutting-edge products. We have embraced and sold new products always.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Any local businesses that focus on customer service and promote and help maintain Pensacola as a quality place to live.

Answers by: Sally Coe, Sales/Buyer

PETE MOORE AUTOMOTIVE TEAM

103 N. New Warrington Road, petemoore.com How do you define being the “best"? Being the “best" means we need to continue “doing our best" 100% of the time. If we accomplish that, we can truly say we are the best.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Family owned and proud of this community we call home.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our location and culture set us apart from other dealers. We strive to retain our customers year after year, generation after generation.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Blue Angels practice and air shows, Pensacola Beach, revitalized downtown, Mardi Gras and all the seasonal festivals.

Answers by: Gary DeStefano, Marketing Manager

REVOLVER RECORDS

9 E. Gregory St., instagram.com/revolver_records How do you define being the “best"?

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Selection, service, pricing and giving back to the community.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We are the Great Pyramids of Egypt of record stores.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? See my first answer.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? O'Zone, Badland's, Top's Burgers, Cycle Sports Bikes and, of course, Inweekly.

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SOBO BOUTIQUE

518 N. 9th Ave., thesoboboutique.com How do you define being the “best"? Being the best at what you do while always striving for growth is what being the best means to me.

Taking the passion you have and sharing it with everyone who comes into your business is key to maintaining your business' longevity and being “the best."

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Southern bohemian fashion for women both young and young at heart.

What do you think sets you and your business apart Our attention to detail when it comes to customer service sets us apart.

We get to know everyone who comes in the door, making future visits feel more personal. Knowing what our customers like before they ask for it is definitely one of our biggest attributes.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Arrow Salon & Spa because they really know how to work some magic. The Magnolia because of their food, atmosphere and friendly staff. Perfect Plain and Wild Lemon because they support other small businesses like Le Dough.

Answers by: Alicia Taylor-Printz, Owner, and Ashley Woods, Assistant Manager

TRULY SPOKIN BICYCLE CO.

6103 Tippin Ave., trulyspokin.com How do you define being the “best"? Consistently providing excellent service.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We do it all.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Diversity and custom builds.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The beach.

Answers by: Mark Woolson, Owner/Operator

URBAN OBJECTS

128 S. Palafox, urbanobjectslighting.com How do you define being the “best"? We have awesome customers. They expect us to have unusual items that no one else has, so this pushes us to constantly seek new and innovative products.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A shop for the savvy design enthusiast.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are fortunate to be able to offer lighting, furniture and accessories from some of the most innovative and iconic companies from around the world.

This allows us to find just the right item for our customers that want something out of the ordinary.

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—Restaurants— BEST RESTAURANT OVERALL Winner: Restaurant IRON Cactus Flower Cafe Carmen’s Lunch Bar George Artisan Bakery & Bistro BEST RESTAURANT–DOWNTOWN Winner: Global Grill The Fish House Nom Sushi Izakaya Union Public House

BEST RESTAURANT– CORDOVA AREA Winner: O’Briens Bistro Cactus Flower Cafe The Leisure Club Coffee Bar & Restaurant Sake Café BEST RESTAURANT–NORTH PENSACOLA/NINE MILE/UWF Winner: Sammy Barker’s Boneheads Petrella’s Italian Cafe VooDoo BBQ & Grill BEST RESTAURANT–WEST PENSACOLA/PERDIDO KEY Winner: Lillian’s Pan Pizza The Burger Factory Cactus Flower Cafe Fisherman’s Corner BEST RESTAURANT–EAST PENSACOLA HEIGHTS Winner: The Magnolia Jerry’s Drive In New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Scenic 90 Cafe BEST RESTAURANT–GULF BREEZE Winner: SaBai Thai Cafe Aegean Breeze Papa Nalu Aloha Grill Shan Kishi Japanese Hibachi BEST RESTAURANT– PENSACOLA BEACH Winner: The Grand Marlin Casino Beach Bar & Grille Flounder’s Chowder House Peg Leg Pete’s BEST RESTAURANT– PACE/MILTON Winner: South Market Blackwater Bistro Cactus Flower Cafe The Southern Pearl Restaurant BEST NEW RESTAURANT Winner: Graffiti Pizza Brew Ha Ha Pensacola South Market (Downtown location) The Southern Pearl Restaurant BEST FOOD TRUCK Winner: Nomadic Eats 3-D Eats & Tea Food Truck Hip Pocket Deli Two Birds Street Food BEST BBQ Winner: Hot Spot Barbecue Blue Dot Barbeque Brother’s BBQ VooDoo BBQ & Grill BEST SOUL FOOD Winner: Five Sisters Blues Cafe 040 4

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Englewood All In One Restaurant Four Seasons Catering and Eatery Pot Roast & Pinot BEST SEAFOOD Winner: Peg Leg Pete’s The Fish House The Grand Marlin Joe Patti’s Seafood BEST GREEK CUISINE Winner: Founaris Bros. Greek Restaurant Aegean Breeze Hummus Jordan Valley Cafe BEST MEXICAN CUISINE Winner: Cactus Flower Cafe Cactus Cantina Tacos Mexicanos Taqueria El Asador

BEST ITALIAN CUISINE Winner: V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante Bonelli’s Café Italia Franco’s Italian Restaurant Petrella’s Italian Cafe BEST CHINESE CUISINE Winner: Shark Fin Chen’s Kitchen House of Chong Shang Hai II BEST JAPANESE CUISINE Winner: Nom Sushi Izakaya Ichiban Sake Cafe Sushi Masa BEST THAI CUISINE Winner: SaBai Thai Cafe Taste of Thai Thai 54 Cuisine Thai Dishes BEST INDIAN CUISINE Winner: Taste of India Dinner India Restaurant & Grill Indian Grill International Grocery & Halal Meat BEST CAJUN CUISINE Winner: VooDoo BBQ & Grill Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market Café Nola Cosse’s on the Beach BEST VIETNAMESE CUISINE Winner: Tu-Do Pho Golden Palace Saigon Oriental Market & Deli Yummi Deli BEST VEGETARIAN/ VEGAN CUISINE Winner: End of The Line Cafe chizuko Nom Sushi Izakaya Skopelos at New World

Winner: Global Grill The Fish House Restaurant IRON Union Public House

BEST SEAFOOD MARKET Winner: Joe Patti’s Seafood Gulf Coast Seafood Deli Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market Perdido Key Seafood

BEST PLACE TO EAT HEALTHY Winner: End of The Line Cafe Carmen’s Lunch Bar Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe So Chopped

BEST STEAKHOUSE Winner: Jackson’s Steakhouse Coach-N-Four Steakhouse McGuire’s Irish Pub Saltgrass Steak House

BEST PLACE TO SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH Winner: Bluejay’s Bakery Bubba’s Sweet Spot George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Whisk

BEST RESTAURANT FOR SPORTS FANS Winner: Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Miller’s Ale House Seville Quarter

BEST ROMANTIC DINING Winner: Jackson’s Steakhouse Global Grill The Grand Marlin Restaurant IRON

BEST LATE NIGHT EATS Winner: Graffiti Pizza chizuko Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom Restaurant IRON

BEST PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE Winner: The Magnolia The Fish House Global Grill Restaurant IRON

BEST RESTAURANT TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS Winner: McGuire’s Irish Pub The Fish House Global Grill Peg Leg Pete’s

BEST ORIGINAL MENU Winner: Union Public House George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Global Grill Restaurant IRON BEST CHEF Winner: Alex McPhail (Restaurant IRON) Billy Ballou (The Fish House) Blake Rushing (Union Public House) Frank Taylor (Global Grill) BEST UP-AND- COMING CHEF Winner: Amy Potmesil (Union Public House) Justine Gudmundson-McCain (Bluejay’s Bakery) Jordan Hewes (George Artisan Bakery & Bistro) Noah Tomko (Restaurant IRON) BEST WAIT STAFF Winner: Global Grill Cactus Flower Cafe Jackson’s Steakhouse Restaurant IRON BEST WAITER Winner: Marcus Thomas (Cactus Flower Cafe) Will Eckhart (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) Nick Markovitz (Restaurant IRON) Frank Perez (Union Public House) BEST WAITRESS Winner: Jessica Wolford (Hot Spot Barbecue) Amber Laster (Restaurant IRON) Danielle Pfeiffer (Restaurant IRON) Crystal Stewart (Union Public House) BEST COFFEE SHOP Winner: Bodacious Brew Constant Coffee & Tea Fosko Coffee Barre Polonza Bistro BEST OUTDOOR DINING Winner: The Fish House Casino Beach Bar & Grille Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grille Red Fish Blue Fish BEST VIEW Winner: Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grille Casino Beach Bar & Grille The Grand Marlin Paradise Bar & Grill

BEST GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar End of The Line Cafe Skopelos at New World South Market

BEST PLACE TO SPLURGE Winner: Restaurant IRON Global Grill Jackson’s Steakhouse Union Public House

BEST HIBACHI Winner: Sake Cafe Nikko Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar Shan Kishi Japanese Hibachi Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse

BEST PLACE TO BLOW YOUR DIET Winner: Whisk Bluejay’s Bakery Le Dough Oh Snap! Cupcakes

BEST KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Winner: Flounder’s Chowder House Peg Leg Pete’s The Oar House O’Zone Pizza Pub BEST PET-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Winner: Lucy’s in the Square Brew Ha Ha Pensacola The Magnolia The Oar House BEST BREAKFAST Winner: Ruby Slipper Cafe Another Broken Egg Cafe Coffee Cup Restaurant Scenic 90 Cafe BEST BRUNCH Winner: George Artisan Bakery& Bistro The Fish House Ruby Slipper Cafe Skopelos at New World BEST LUNCH Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Hub Stacey’s McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST SALAD BAR Winner: So Chopped Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe Seville Quarter Skopelos at New World BEST TAKE OUT/TO GO Winner: Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe Cactus Flower Cafe SaBai Thai Cafe VooDoo BBQ & Grill BEST FOOD DELIVERY Winner: CitySpree Le Dough Sky’s Pizza Pie Waitr BEST FAST BITE Winner: Nomadic Eats Graffiti Pizza Jerry’s Drive In Tops Choice Hamburgers BEST PLACE FOR A BIRTHDAY DINNER

BEST COOKING CLASSES Winner: So Gourmet End of The Line Cafe Pensacola Cooks Kitchen Whisk BEST GONE-BUT-NOTFORGOTTEN RESTAURANT Winner: Hopkins House City Grocery Jerry’s Cajun Cafe Sluggo’s

—Food— BEST UNIQUELY PENSACOLA DISH Winner: Grits à Ya Ya (The Fish House) Pensaconey (Sammy Barker’s) Scamp Cervantes (Skopelos at New World) Spanish Lump Crab Melt – Open Face (Carmen’s Lunch Bar)

BEST BAGELS Winner: Bagelheads Bodacious Brew The Leisure Club Coffee Bar & Restaurant Maximilian Coffee BEST CUP OF COFFEE Winner: Bodacious Brew Constant Coffee & Tea Fosko Coffee Barre Polonza Bistro BEST ICED COFFEE Winner: Mrs. Jones Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate Bodacious Brew Cafe Single Fin The Leisure Club Coffee Bar & Restaurant BEST LATTE Winner: Polonza Bistro Bodacious Brew The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company George Artisan Bakery & Bistro BEST SPECIALTY COFFEE DRINK Winner: Sugar & Spice Latte (George Artisan Bakery & Bistro) Bee’s Knees (Constant Coffee & Tea) Honey Latte (Polonza Bistro) John Wayne (Bodacious Brew)

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WINNER: HISTORIC OLD CHRIST CHURCH

Pensacola is at the heart of everything we do.

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Because of you, we were voted Best New Bar, Best Brewery, Best Pet-Friendly Bar, Best Trivia Night & Best Place to Meet Friends After Work.

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BEST BARISTA Winner: Taylor Wyrosdick (Polonza Bistro) Jimmy Britnell (Bodacious Brew) Destiny Howard (George Artisan Bakery & Bistro) Mikayla Maracle (Bodacious Brew) BEST ICED TEA Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar 3-D Eats & Tea Food Truck George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Nomadic Eats BEST PIZZA Winner: Sky’s Pizza Pie Georgio’s Pizza Graffiti Pizza O’Zone Pizza Pub BEST STEAK Winner: McGuire’s Irish Pub Jackson’s Steakhouse Global Grill Restaurant IRON BEST BURRITO Winner: Cactus Flower Cafe Cactus Cantina Tacos Mexicanos Taqueria El Asador BEST TACO Winner: Nomadic Eats Taco Agave Tacos Mexicanos Taqueria El Asador BEST NACHOS Winner: McGuire’s Irish Pub Cactus Flower Cafe Lucy’s in the Square Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant BEST QUESO Winner: Cactus Cantina Cactus Flower Cafe Taco Agave Vallarta Mexican Restaurant BEST GUMBO Winner: Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market Four Seasons Catering and Eatery Joe Patti’s Seafood Seville Quarter BEST SOUP Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar chizuko New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Seville Quarter BEST DELI Winner: New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Apple Market Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe Four Winds International Food Market BEST BREAD Winner: George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Carmen’s Lunch Bar Joe Patti’s Seafood Shoreline Food Store and International Deli BEST SANDWICH Winner: The Alcaniz (Hub Stacey’s) Jive Ass Turkey (The Magnolia) Spanish Lump Crab Melt – Open October 4, 2018

Face (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) Twin Towers (New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria) BEST CHICKEN SALAD Winner: New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Carmen’s Lunch Bar The Magnolia So Chopped BEST CHEESEBURGER Winner: The Burger Factory Blue Dot Barbeque Jerry’s Drive In McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST HOT DOG Winner: Dog House Deli Casey’s Hot Dogs The Elbow Room Sammy Barker’s BEST CHEESE PLATE Winner: Union Public House Carmen’s Lunch Bar The Magnolia The Wine Bar on Palafox BEST APPETIZERS Winner: Global Grill Carmen’s Lunch Bar Restaurant IRON Union Public House BEST MAC-N-CHEESE Winner: The Magnolia Five Sisters Blues Cafe Pot Roast & Pinot Union Public House BEST PASTRIES Winner: George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Bluejay’s Bakery Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe J’s Bakery and Cafe BEST OMELETTE Winner: Another Broken Egg Cafe George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Ruby Slipper Cafe Scenic 90 Cafe BEST GRITS Winner: The Fish House Another Broken Egg Cafe Bodacious Brew Coffee Cup Restaurant BEST PANCAKES/WAFFLES Winner: Scenic 90 Cafe Another Broken Egg Cafe Polonza Bistro Ruby Slipper Cafe BEST DONUTS Winner: Maynard’s Donut Co. J’s Bakery and Cafe Le Dough Milton Quality Bakery BEST SIDES Winner: Five Sisters Blues Cafe The Fish House Restaurant IRON Union Public House BEST FRENCH FRIES Winner: Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom 3-D Eats & Tea Food Truck George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Sammy Barker’s

BEST FRIED CHICKEN Winner: Five Sisters Blues Cafe The Dwarf (Legendary “Chicken Stand”) Four Seasons Catering and Eatery Union Public House BEST WINGS Winner: Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Hub Stacey’s Union Public House BEST BBQ DISH Winner: Beef Brisket Plate (Hot Spot Barbecue) Carnival Platter (VooDoo BBQ & Grill) Combo Platter (Brother’s BBQ) Julie’s Famous N.C. BBQ Sandwich (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) BEST PHO Winner: Saigon Oriental Market & Deli Pho Golden Palace Tu-Do Yummi Deli BEST SUSHI Winner: Nom Sushi Izakaya Ichiban Sake Cafe Sushi Masa BEST OYSTERS Winner: Peg Leg Pete’s The Grand Marlin Restaurant IRON Shux Oyster Bar BEST PASTA DISH Winner: Grandpa Guiseppe’s Alfredo (Bonelli’s Café Italia) Fruits De Mer Squid Ink Spaghetti (George Artisan Bakery & Bistro) Organic Chicken & House Ricotta Raviolo (Restaurant IRON) Seafood Pasta (V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante) BEST SEAFOOD DISH Winner: Key Lime Grilled Lobster Tail (The Grand Marlin) Grits à Ya Ya (The Fish House) Parmesan Oysters (Peg Leg Pete’s) Scamp Cervantes (Skopelos at New World) BEST AVOCADO DISH Winner: Avocado Toast (Constant Coffee & Tea) Avocado Sandwich (East Hill Market) Guacamole (Cactus Flower Cafe) Pavones Bowl (Cafe Single Fin)

BEST PLACE TO BUY LOCAL PRODUCE Winner: Bailey’s Produce & Nursery Apple Market Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe Palafox Market BEST VEGETARIAN/ VEGAN DISH Winner: Curried Boiled Peanuts (chizuko) Popcorn Cauliflower Bites (Skopelos at New World) The Reuben (End of The Line Cafe) Vegan Miso Ramen (Nom Sushi Izakaya) BEST ICE CREAM/ FROZEN YOGURT Winner: Wild Honey Frozen Yogurt Bubba’s Sweet Spot Dolce & Gelato Joe Patti’s Seafood BEST MILKSHAKES Winner: Jerry’s Drive In Bodacious Brew Tastee Freez The Tin Cow BEST DESSERTS Winner: Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe Bluejay’s Bakery George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Szotski’s Cheesecake BEST ORIGINAL MENU ITEM Winner: Black Garlic Butter Escargot and Gnocchi (Restaurant IRON) Kimchi Tater Salad (chizuko) Spanish Lump Crab Melt – Open Face (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) Tonkotsu Ramen (Nom Sushi Izakaya) BEST LUNCH SPECIAL Winner: Sky’s Pizza Pie Carmen’s Lunch Bar Nomadic Eats Seville Quarter BEST WEEKLY SPECIAL Winner: Sideways Thursdays (The Magnolia) Hopkins Fried Chicken Wednesdays (McGuire’s Irish Pub) Smoked Brisket Wednesdays (Polonza Bistro) Vegan and Vino Sundays (Skopelos at New World)

BEST INTERNATIONAL DISH Winner: Saigon Pho (Saigon Oriental Market & Deli) Chicken Tikka Masala (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) Tonkotsu Ramen (Nom Sushi Izakaya) Udon Dashi Bowl (Khon’s on Palafox) BEST SALADS Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar George Artisan Bakery & Bistro So Chopped Union Public House

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Restaurants & Food ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFE OF PENSACOLA

721 E. Gregory St., anotherbrokenegg.com How do you define being the “best”? We strive hard to provide the highest quality of fresh ingredients to make breakfast the best part of your day.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

The best part of your day begins here.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We care and we start your day off showing it. From traditional breakfast to the breakfast you dreamed of, we have it.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Wolf Bay Lodge, Fisherman's Corner, VooDoo BBQ and New Yorker Deli.

Answers by: Homer and Linda Biggers, Owners

BLUEJAY’S BAKERY

11 S. Palafox, Ste. E, bluejaysbakery.com How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means providing consistent perfection while still experimenting to provide guests with new flavor experiences.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Boutique bakery specializing in gourmet desserts and delicious breakfast items.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Bluejay’s stands out be-

cause our products are made with organic ingredients and can be made to accommodate specialty diets. Our desserts are made with a heavy French influence, keeping them delicious without being overly sugary.

On top of that, we always design our cakes with the utmost care and perfection.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? IRON is my go-to for great cocktails and dinner, and you can usually find me at either Casino Beach Bar or Island Culture Tiki Bar if I’m not at the bakery.

Answers by: Justine Gudmundson-McCain, Chef/Owner

CARMEN'S LUNCH BAR

407 S. Palafox, Ste. B, carmenslunchbar.com How do you define being the “best”? I think that being the "best" means that you have made an impression on your customer for doing something differently and, most importantly, consistently. There is a huge difference between good and great. We believe in being great, so we work hard for it every day.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Bustling lunch bar. Atmospheric wine bar.

Great food. Great people.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our recipes and flavors are unique, incorporating Southern and

international flare. Customers compliment us on the consistency and freshness of our dishes and on our warm customer service.

The bar and patio are very intimate with a European influence.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Everyone knows I love George Bistro. I'm one of their biggest fans. Also, the Grand Marlin is a go-to when I’m at the beach as well as Paradise Bar & Grill for some fun in the sun.

Two Birds Street Food for a quick fix. The District upstairs for drinks and Pure Pilates to offset the aforementioned.

Answers by: MariCarmen Josephs, Chef/Owner

CHRISOULA'S CHEESECAKE SHOPPE

236 W. Garden St., #2A, chrisoulascheesecakeshoppe.com How do you define being the “best”? I try and do the best I can to produce the freshest and finest cheesecakes for everyone to enjoy with their family and friends.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Our cheesecakes are always fresh, never frozen. Always.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I am not apart from my business. I am part of my business. I am blessed to do what I love—baking, creating,

designing and make people feel good and happy with our cheesecakes.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Tuscan Oven, Apple Market, Shoreline Foods, Joe Patti's, McGuire's, Seville Quarter, The Oar House, Peg Leg Pete's, Wild Honey, Small Cakes and City Spree Pensacola to name a few.

Answers by: Chrisoula Athanasios Hulion, Owner/Baker

CITYSPREE

4303 Spanish Trail, Ste. A, cityspree.com How do you define being the “best”?

CitySpree is the only locally/veteran-owned multi-restaurant delivery service in the area.

Being local allows us to provide a level of customer service our competitors simply cannot.

We are part of the community and it shows with our service. Thank you for voting us Best of the Coast once again.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

CitySpree is your only locally/veteranowned multi-restaurant delivery service.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? CitySpree has a much larger delivery zone than our competitors.

This allows our customers to select restaurants for delivery to areas other services will neglect. Having the correct logistics in place and a local mentality helps us take

Thank you for voting Artel Best Art Gallery again!

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Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love to support local businesses (another thing our competitors cannot claim) like Bamboo Willie's, chizuko, Seville Quarter, all CitySpree restaurant partners, the Ice Flyers, The ONE, RentRnet, Pensacola Mardi Gras and so many others.

Answers by: Ron Spradling, MSgt (ret), USAF, Owner/Partner

CONSTANT COFFEE & TEA

615 Scenic Highway, constantcoffeeandtea.com How do you define being the “best”? Always striving to be better than we were yesterday.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Innovative craft coffee and food. Housemade everything.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We've never been afraid of embracing the weird.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? George Bistro and Bar, Carmen's Lunch Bar, The Leisure Club and Union Public House.

Answers by: Philip Switzer, Owner

END OF THE LINE CAFE

610 E. Wright St., eotlcafe.com How do you define being the “best”?

I feel the work and heart put into your endeavors will shine in the long run. When you love what you do, you tend to work harder naturally and care about the end results on a personal and professional level.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Creative vegan cuisine with modern, classic and innovative influences.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The focus on keeping healthy vegan food exciting. Adding new items and ideas to an always-fresh menu.

Introducing positive, health-rewarding options to dining out, catering and educational cooking classes. All dressed up in a fun, happy, all accepting, non-judgmental, laid-back atmosphere. Eat a vegetable.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The Magnolia, Tacos Mexicanos, Big Jerk Soda Co., Bluejay’s Bakery, Nomadic Eats, Cactus Flower, IRON and chizuko.

Answers by: Jen Knight, Owner

GREAT SOUTHERN RESTAURANTS

600 S. Barracks St., greatsouthernrestaurants.com How do you define being the “best”? We strive to be our best each and every day at all five of our venues—The Fish House, Atlas Oyster House, Deck Bar, Jackson's Steakhouse and Five Sisters Blues Cafe—serving quality food with exceptional service in a great atmosphere.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Local, downtown dining, serving our community for two decades.

October 4, 2018

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are locally owned and operated, totally vested in our community.

This allows us to be active participants in all the things that make Pensacola such a great place to live, work and play.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The Naval Museum, our beautiful beaches, downtown, Palafox Market, Maritime Park, the incredible arts scene and universities.

Answers by: Maria Goldberg, Director of Marketing, Public Relations and Events

HOT SPOT BARBECUE BBQ

901 E. La Rua St., servebbq.com How do you define being the “best”?

Affirmation that we and our entire staff are living up to our God-given potential and satisfying a very large percentage of our guests, who then vote for their favorite restaurants. It is very gratifying to be in such good company here in Pensacola.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We serve authentic barbecue cooked on a real wood fire.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our staff is 100% committed to ensuring that our guests receive the best possible barbecue experience.

Great food and great service.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Bonelli's, The Magnolia and Horizon.

Answers by: James Hlubek, General Manager

JACO'S BAYFRONT BAR AND GRILLE

997 S. Palafox, jacosbayfront.com How do you define being the “best”?

Striving to have the best customer experience in an unmatched marina setting on Pensacola Bay. How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

A made from scratch menu overlooking Palafox Marina on Pensacola Bay. What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our exceptional caring staff and a prepared daily, from scratch, diverse menu. We are an interactive, locally owned restaurant featuring monthly artists, wine, cocktails and menu specials.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We own The Coffee Cup Restaurant, which has been open continuously since 1945, so that’s my favorite spot for breakfast.

Answers by: David Hambrick, Owner

LUCY’S IN THE SQUARE

301 S. Adams St. How do you define being the “best”? We operate with pride and heart. As locals, our business is personal. We hope that this reflects in our day-to-day operation as we offer the freshest food, a comfortable environment for all and a unique selection of wine and beer and serve everyone with a smile.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? "Come.

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Thanks to you, Nom was voted as a winner in the following categories:

Winner

Best Japanese Cuisine Best Sushi Runner Up

Best Restaurant—Downtown Best Vegetarian/Vegan Cuisine Best International Dish—Tonkotsu Ramen Best Original Menu Item—Tonkotsu Ramen Best Vegetarian/Vegan Dish—Vegan Miso Ramen

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Sit. Stay." We're pup friendly and have fresh eats and unique beer and wine.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The uniqueness. We have a large patio area, 14 rotating draft beers, great wine menu, the freshest light food options nestled in the heart of downtown Pensacola in Seville Square. Our motto, “Come. Sit. Stay.” holds true—we like our guests to relax and enjoy their experience with us.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Bonelli's, IRON, Global Grill and Polonza Bistro.

Answers by: Heather Kilpatrick, Owner

THE MAGNOLIA

2907 E. Cervantes St., magnoliapensacola.com How do you define being the “best”?

The “best” in our line of work are the ones who take extra steps to exceed expectations, the people who make everyone feel welcomed and cared for. They are the ones who show you a little something extra.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A tiny place with great food and big ass smiles.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? No gimmicks, no BS, just friendly people trying to give it their best.

We also welcome all well-behaved and respectful human beings. (We love pups and kitties too, but they gotta stay outside.)

Other than your business, what are

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some of your local favorites? Too many to name. But we can mention The Elbow Room.

It was our first date eight years ago, and we have so much love for that place. LLAP! Answers by: Bill Manning, Owner

MAYNARD'S DONUT CO.

875 E. Nine Mile Road #9, maynardsdoco.com How do you define being the “best”?

Exceeding customer expectations with a highquality product, excellent service and a great overall experience for customers to enjoy.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Really. Awesome. Donuts. And great coffee too.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Instead of being just another place to buy donuts, we strive to provide every guest with an exceptional overall experience. From great tasting donuts to every customer interaction to a fun atmosphere in which to enjoy our menu, we value quality and excellence above all else.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Wild Honey Frozen Yogurt, The Oar House, Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse Seafood and Sushi Bar and Cactus Flower.

Answers by: Danny DeWitt, Owner

MRS. JONES COLD BREW COFFEE CONCENTRATE

mrsjonescoldbrew.com How do you define being the “best”?

Voted

Best Cajun Cuisine

People like me; they really like me. No, seriously, being the best means that my product made an impression. It made such an impression that those who try it take the time to tell others about it and come back for more.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? I make easy coffee for busy people. Or lazy people.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are the only locally brewed and bottled cold brew coffee concentrate. We use locally roasted coffee.

We make it possible to have great coffee anytime, anywhere. It’s great for travel, at the office or to just get out of the house quickly and not be late for work.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Mr. and Mrs. Jones love a good date night at The Magnolia, Restaurant IRON or George.

When we want someone else to make our coffee, we go to Bagelheads or Fosko. We also love beach time at Pensacola Beach and dining at Casino Beach Bar & Grille.

Answers by: Stephanie Jones, aka Mrs. Jones, Owner/Chief cold brewer

NEW YORKER DELI AND PIZZERIA

3001 E. Cervantes St., newyorkerdeliandpizzeria.com How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means giving 100% to everything you

do. It means striving to always be better than you were the day before. It means providing quality ingredients, exceptional customer service and great prices in a fun atmosphere filled with great people.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Fun, fast, delicious, friendly, unique, satisfying, quaint, value and variety.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? A unique environment in which patrons are treated like family. The walls of our establishment are jam-packed with energy and love. We have a passion for creating delicious food and an insatiable desire to always get better.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We have an appreciation for all of the exciting growth that is taking place in Pensacola. We love the new and old local businesses and the beautiful community we are lucky enough to call home.

Answers by: Renee Ni, Owner

NOM SUSHI IZAKAYA

410 S. Palafox, nomsushi.com How do you define being the “best”? I think the key to being the best is to be humble, put your head down and work hard. We try to be humble with our attitude and our ingredients. We use simple, quality ingredients and try to let those honest flavors shine.

Voted Winner Best Bicycle Shop • Thank You!

+ Runner Up Best BBQ, Best Take Out/To Go, Best BBQ Dish—Carnival Platter & Best Restaurant–North Pensacola/Nine Mile/UWF

1741 E Nine Mile Rd.

(in the Target/Publix Shopping Center) 646 4

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Milton location: 5172 Stewart St. (850) 983-2488

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How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Quality, handmade sushi, ramen and small plates with premium sake.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Nom Sushi Izakaya stands out because everything we do is from scratch. We are breaking down whole fish, making fresh noodles, folding gyoza, rolling out steamed buns and simmering ramen broths daily. That commitment to handmade, fresh food and quality sets us apart.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? When we get a day off, we like to spend it at the beach. Can't get better than an afternoon in the sun with a band at Paradise Bar & Grill.

Answers by: Brad Jones, Executive Chef/Owner

RESTAURANT IRON

22 N. Palafox, restaurantiron.com How do you define being the “best”?

Always trying to be better than yesterday.

Getting comfortable never allows you to achieve your full potential.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Progressive southern cuisine. Like grandma's house but with foie gras.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The people involved. Our team is passionate about every aspect of this restaurant. We truly believe we have

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the best group of people working at IRON, and it continues to show through reviews, accolades and press attention.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Sky's Pizza, Nomadic Eats, Perfect Plain, Blue Dot and Global Grill.

Answers by: Brett Reid, the guy who runs Facebook/Instagram

SABAI THAI CAFE

1404 Gulf Breeze Parkway, facebook.com/sabaithaicafe How do you define being the “best”? Being able to consistently provide the most delicious food in a comfortable environment with superior, friendly service. Every time.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Family owned and operated, authentic Thai cuisine.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Engaging the customer.

We listen to what people want and try to make sure each customer has the best dining experience that we can possibly provide. If you come in friendly, we'll treat you like friends.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Restaurant IRON for late night food and drinks, Peg Leg Pete's downstairs for oysters and beers and Bluejay's Bakery for sweets.

Answers by: Pam VanNess, Owner

SAMMY BARKER'S AMERICAN STREET FOOD

875 E. Nine Mile Road, sammybarkers.com How do you define being the “best”? By always thinking outside of the box, pushing the envelope and being consistent. Listen to what customers want and try to get better at our craft every day.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A locally owned restaurant serving burgers, tacos, coneys and craft beer.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Most of the food we make is homemade. We grind our own beef for our burgers, slow roast our pork for our tacos, hand cut our fries, make our own sauces and spin our own shakes. We have the largest craft beer selection on the north side of town.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? VooDoo BBQ, Sky's Pizza, Union Public House, Hot Spot BBQ, Mrs. Jones Cold Brew Coffee, Big Jerk Soda, McGuire's, Bubba's Sweet Spot, Bamboo Willie's, Casks and Flights, Deshi and La Di Da Boutique.

Answers by: Joel Jacobs, Owner

SKY'S PIZZA PIE

5559 N. Davis Highway, skyspizzapie.com How do you define being the “best”? Enjoying what we do and taking pride in our business.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Authentic NY-style pizza.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We sell pizza by the slice and full-size pizzas up to 24 inches in size.

We use fresh ingredients and make our dough daily.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? So many great new places, but we're loyal to In and Out Bakery, Ichiban, Global Grill and IRON. Answers by: Sarah Noble, Owner

SOUTH MARKET

232 E. Main St.; 4495 Chumuckla Highway, Pace, eatsouthmarket.com How do you define being the “best”?

The best means making your guests feel comfortable and at home. It’s showing up in whatever clothes you're in and relaxing in a fun, laid-back atmosphere while still being able to enjoy top-quality food, beverages and service.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A laid-back and fun restaurant/bar with great food, beverages and service.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? South Market has a very laid-back, casual atmosphere with games, outside seating, craft cocktails, great food and excellent service. We continuously strive to improve our guests’ experiences

Thank you, Pensacola!

WINNER: Best Lunch

—6 Years Running— Best Soup Best Salads Best Iced Tea Best Gluten Free Options

Thank you for voting!

Runner Up: Best Restaurant Overall * Best Place to Eat Healthy Best Bread * Best Chicken Salad * Best Cheese Plate Best Appetizers * Best Lunch Specials * Best Selection of Wine by the Glass * Chicken Tikka Masala: Best International Dish Spanish Crab Melt: Best Uniquely Pensacola Dish, Best Sandwich & Best Original Menu Item * Julie’s Famous N.C. BBQ Sandwich: Best BBQ Dish * Best Waiter (Will Eckhart)

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Best Radio Station Best Morning Show Cat Pak Morning Show Best Radio Personality Brent Lane

CMA STATION OF THE YEAR

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WINNER: Avocado Toast: Best Avocado Dish

Featuring Over 675 Whiskies

Winner: Best Bar Overall

Best Drink Menu • Best Bar to Meet New People Best Specialty Cocktail: The Old Hickory Runner Up: Best Happy Hour • Best Place to Meet Friends After Work Best Bar to Drink Alone • Best Shots • Best Bar Ambience Best Bartender-AJ Galecki • Best Signature Drink-The Old Hickory

Runner Up: Best Cup of Coffee Best Coffee Shop Bee’s Knees: Best Signature Coffee Drink

615 Scenic Hwy.

Happy Hour M-F 2-6 pm | $7 Seasonal Cocktails | 1/2 off beer & wine

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Moonshine is back! Participants will learn the history and process of Moonshine as well as crafting their own cocktails with Scratch Ankle Distillery. Cost is $45 per person (plus tax and gratuity) and includes food and drink pairings. To make a reservation, call 850-433-9450.

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and reinvest in training and opportunities for the growth of our staff. People are the most important part of what we do.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Khon's, Restaurant IRON, Union Public House, Bridge Bar, Pensacola Bay Brewery, Elbow Room and so many more. It's important we support the locally owned establishments in Pensacola.

Answers by: Holly Hays, Owner

UNION PUBLIC HOUSE

309 S. Reus St., unionpensacola.com How do you define being the “best”? It is defined by the wonderful/dysfunctional family that calls the UPH home.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A crafty Southern pub with a twist.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our approach on food and cocktails is very unique. We get input from the staff as a whole with our seasonal menu changes and special events. Everything we make has that special little twist on it to make our guests smile.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? IRON, Nom, The Magnolia, Casino Beach Bar and Grill, Grand Marlin, Khon’s, Saigon and Yummy Deli.

Answers by: Blake Rushing, Chef/Owner

VOODOO BBQ & GRILL

1741 E. Nine Mile Road, Ste. B9, voodoobbq.com/pensacola How do you define being the “best”?

Creating a culture where all krewe members strive to provide fantastic service and deliver delicious food that consistently meets our standards.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Awesome, fast, casual New Orleans-style BBQ, plus more.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We combine fresh meats that are smoked in-house daily with delicious homemade signature side dishes.

We also feature Louisiana legends like red beans and rice and our award-winning jambalaya, as well as po-boys, “burgahs” and BBQ shrimp.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Global Grill, Intermission, Vinyl Music Hall and Paradise Bar & Grill.

Answers by: Rick and Sylvana West, Owners

customer and their wants. I also think outside of the box on design and flavors, then deliver straight to your home, ready for the big occasion.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I love working out at Wild Lemon, wine nights at The Magnolia, getting my hair done by the very talented Colleen Williams at Moonflower Salon and attending the Winter Wonder Ride for onbikes Pensacola.

Answers by: Peyton Williams, Owner/Creator

WILD HONEY FROZEN YOGURT

7175 N. Davis Highway, facebook.com/wildhoneyfroyo How do you define being the “best”? We believe our guests voted Wild Honey the best ice cream/frozen yogurt shop because we love our guests and they know it. We throw an ice cream party for them with all the toppings every day. We are thankful that they chose Wild Honey as Best of the Coast.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

The Wild Honey experience is a delicious treat you'll never forget.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We believe what sets us apart is our exceptional guest service and our amazing team members. As a locally owned and operated business, we serve our community with the most delicious treats imaginable. And our choices are endless.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Drowsy Poet and Maynard's Donuts.

Answers by: Theresa Ward, Owner/Operator

WHISK

whiskpensacola.wixsite.com/mysite How do you define being the “best”?

Being the “best” is a company who always strives to leave the customer thrilled and also wanting to come back for more.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

An imaginative home-delivery bakery for every taste and occasion.

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WINNER BEST SPORTS BAR & BEST DRINK SPECIALS

Runner Up Best Day Drinking, Best Sports Team Club Headquarters & Best Jukebox Home of the

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Best Late-Night Specials Downtown!

Now Showing:

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Specialty Drinks Food Friendly Power Hour 9pm-10pm Happy Hours 11am-6pm M-F

NFL SUNDAY TICKET

Official Florida Lottery Retailer

Broadcasting Live on RFP Every Tuesday 6-8 p.m.

Facebook/NYN’sBADLANDS | NYNBADLANDS.COM

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Bars, Drinks & Nightlife BEST BAR OVERALL Winner: Old Hickory Whiskey Bar chizuko Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Play

BEST HAPPY HOUR Winner: The Wine Bar on Palafox Old Hickory Whiskey Bar Restaurant IRON Seville Quarter

BEST NIGHT CLUB Winner: Seville Quarter Blend Lounge The Cabaret Capt’n Fun Nightclub, Bar & Grille

BEST DRINK SPECIALS Winner: Badlands Roadside Bar O’Riley’s Irish Pub Play Seville Quarter

BEST BAR–DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA Winner: Play Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Seville Quarter World of Beer

BEST LADIES’ NIGHT Winner: The Fish House Deck Bar Blend Lounge McGuire’s Irish Pub Seville Quarter

BEST BAR–CORDOVA AREA Winner: Wisteria Tavern BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse Coyotes Sports Bar Shooters Sports Bar BEST BAR–NORTH PENSACOLA/ NINE MILE ROAD/UWF Winner: Goat Lips Chew and Brew House Ollie’s Neighborhood Grill The Ticket Sports Bar Whiskey Runners Saloon BEST BAR–WEST PENSACOLA/ PERDIDO KEY Winner: The Elbow Room Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Hub Stacey’s At The Point The Jellyfish BEST BAR–PENSACOLA BEACH Winner: Casino Beach Bar & Grille Capt’n Fun Nightclub, Bar & Grille Paradise Bar & Grill Sandshaker BEST BAR–MILTON/PACE Winner: Brew Angels Brewery Blackwater Bistro Oops Alley The Spot Tavern BEST NEW BAR Winner: Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Casks And Flights Cigar Factory Pensacola Graffiti Pizza BEST PLACE TO MEET FRIENDS AFTER WORK Winner: Perfect Plain Brewing Co. chizuko Old Hickory Whiskey Bar The Wine Bar on Palafox

BEST COVER CHARGE WORTH PAYING Winner: Seville Quarter chizuko The Handlebar Vinyl Music Hall BEST BAR TO PEOPLE WATCH Winner: Seville Quarter The Cabaret chizuko Play BEST BAR TO DRINK ALONE Winner: The Magnolia 5 1/2 Bar chizuko Old Hickory Whiskey Bar BEST DAY DRINKING Winner: Casino Beach Bar & Grille Badlands Roadside Bar Paradise Bar & Grill Perfect Plain Brewing Co. BEST DRINK MENU Winner: Old Hickory Whiskey Bar Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Restaurant IRON Union Public House BEST SPECIALTY COCKTAIL Winner: The Old Hickory (Old Hickory Whiskey Bar) Bramble (Union Public House) Frosé (The Magnolia) IRON Goddess (Restaurant IRON) BEST DAIQUIRI Winner: Bamboo Willie’s Beachside Bar Flounder’s Chowder House Restaurant IRON Sandshaker Lounge & Package BEST BUSHWACKER Winner: Sandshaker

Bamboo Willie’s Beachside Bar Casino Beach Bar & Grille Paradise Bar & Grill BEST BLOODY MARY Winner: Ruby Slipper Cafe The Fish House Five Sisters Blues Café Seville Quarter BEST MARTINI Winner: Restaurant IRON Jackson’s Steakhouse Global Grill McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST MARGARITA Winner: Cactus Cantina Cactus Flower Cafe Taco Agave Union Public House BEST SHOTS Winner: Play Blend Lounge Old Hickory Whiskey Bar Seville Quarter BEST SIGNATURE DRINK Winner: King Koopa (Play) Diesel Fuel (Flounder’s Chowder House) Irish Wake (McGuire’s Irish Pub) The Old Hickory (Old Hickory Whiskey Bar) BEST SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP Winner: World of Beer chizuko Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom Perfect Plain Brewing Co. BEST SELECTION OF BOTTLED BEER Winner: World of Beer chizuko Goat Lips Chew and Brew House The Magnolia BEST SELECTION OF CANNED BEER Winner: The Magnolia Goat Lips Chew and Brew House The Tin Cow World of Beer BEST BREWERY Winner: Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Gulf Coast Brewery Pensacola Bay Brewery Redneck Riviera Brewing Project (at Goat Lips Chew and Brew House) BEST LOCAL BEER Winner: Pensacola Bay Brewery’s Lil Napoleon

McGuire’s Irish Pub’s Irish Red Ale Perfect Plain Brewing Co.’s Farmhouse IPA Spahr Brewing Company’s German Pilsner

BEST PET-FRIENDLY BAR Winner: Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Hub Stacey’s The Magnolia Pensacola Bay Brewery

BEST BARTENDER Winner: Daisy Doyle (chizuko) Derek Barney (Perfect Plain Brewing Co.) AJ Galecki (Old Hickory Whiskey Bar) Jeffrey Knott (Restaurant IRON)

BEST HOTEL BAR Winner: Cavu Club (at Pensacola Grand Hotel) Paradise Bar & Grill (at Paradise Inn) Riptides Sports Grill and Tiki Bar (at Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach) Tiki Bar (at Margaritaville Beach Hotel)

BEST DANCE FLOOR Winner: Seville Quarter The Cabaret chizuko The Fish House Deck Bar BEST DJ Winner: Albert Lao Ramsey Coates Jake Mitchell (Turnicut) Anthony Montano BEST BAR TO MEET NEW PEOPLE Winner: Old Hickory Whiskey Bar chizuko Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Seville Quarter BEST SELECTION OF WINE BY THE GLASS Winner: The Wine Bar on Palafox Carmen’s Lunch Bar Global Grill Restaurant IRON BEST SELECTION OF WINE BY THE BOTTLE Winner: Jackson’s Steakhouse The Magnolia Skopelos at New World The Wine Bar on Palafox

BEST BAR WITH A VIEW Winner: The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge Casino Beach Bar & Grille The Grand Marlin Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grille BEST BAR AMBIENCE Winner: chizuko The Elbow Room Old Hickory Whiskey Bar Perfect Plain Brewing Co. BEST BAR FOR GAMES Winner: Play The Elbow Room Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Seville Quarter BEST TRIVIA NIGHT Winner: Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Blend Lounge The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge Goat Lips Chew and Brew House BEST KARAOKE NIGHT Winner: Play The Cabaret Seville Quarter Sir Richards

BEST SPORTS BAR Winner: Badlands Roadside Bar Seville Quarter Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant The Ticket Sports Bar

BEST BAR FOR LIVE MUSIC Winner: chizuko The Handlebar Seville Quarter Vinyl Music Hall

BEST SPORTS TEAM CLUB HEADQUARTERS Winner: Seville Quarter Badlands Roadside Bar Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Play

BEST JUKEBOX Winner: The Elbow Room Azalea Cocktail Lounge Badlands Roadside Bar Play

BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR Winner: The Magnolia chizuko Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Wisteria Tavern

BEST BAR FOOD Winner: chizuko The Elbow Room The Magnolia World of Beer

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best of the Coast wedding cakes • desserts organic • vegan • gluten free

850.982.9731 bluejaysbakery.com 11 e Palafox Place Pensacola, Fl

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BADLANDS ROADSIDE BAR

23 S. Palafox, nynbadlands.com How do you define being the “best”?

Something that the general public sees as the best in that particular category.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A totally unassuming bar where everyone is comfortable.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are a bar where everyone feels welcome. Plus, we're a functioning radio station with some really cool memorabilia.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Intermission, and I try to get to some of the other spots as much as I can too.

Answers by: Nick Zangari, Owner

BAMBOO WILLIE'S

400 Quietwater Beach Road, bamboowillies.com How do you define being the “best”?

Great customer service while serving the best frozen daiquiris on Pensacola Beach.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Awesome live entertainment at a fun place on the beach to hang out.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our staff is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment along with a smile and friendly service. Our open-air bar plus the largest selection on daiquiris with gorgeous

Bars, Drinks & Nightlife views of the sound on Pensacola Beach. Next time, come by boat—there's always lots of parking in our backyard.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Native Cafe for breakfast, Peg Leg Pete's for crab legs and oysters, Hemingway's for ahi tuna, Flounder’s for sushi, Holiday Inn Resort for a stay-cation and Papa's Pizza for the best pies in town.

Answers by: Robert Gleim, General Manager

CHIZUKO

506 W. Belmont St., @chizukopensacola How do you define being the “best”?

Being the “best” comes down to the details. It’s about going that extra step, refining your work and working with intent and purpose.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Chill vibes, cold beer, vegan food, live music, good friends.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We don’t try to fit the mold of a conventional bar. We often find ourselves asking, “Can we do that? Will people get it? Is it too weird?” Some of the craziest ideas and biggest risks have turned into the most successful and rewarding projects.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love our neighbors at Saigon Market for a quick lunch, Elbow Room for late night food and

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drinks and MODE Mind and Body to detox and relax.

Answers by: Jess Laws and Daisy Doyle, Owners

OLD HICKORY WHISKEY BAR

123 S. Palafox, oldhickorywhiskeybar.com How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means providing your guests with the best possible experience. If they leave thinking, "Wow, that was an enjoyable evening," we did our job.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

One of America's top-rated whiskey bars.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our selection of whiskey is incomparable to anything in Pensacola and most of the South. However, anyone can buy hundreds of whiskey bottles. Creativity with our seasonal cocktails and great service is what leads to an exceptional experience for our guests.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? IRON is my go-to for a delicious meal. Shout out for the epic late night menu. Perfect Plain is my favorite place to grab a beer with a friend and relax after a long day. And everyone needs delicious macn-cheese from The Magnolia. Everyone.

Answers by: Katie Garrett, Owner

PERFECT PLAIN BREWING CO.

50 E. Garden St., perfectplain.com

How do you define being the “best”?

Creating experiences that are memorable.

Remembering that great time you had, that tasty beer you had, that moment created you won’t soon forget.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We’re a communal hub that creates distinctly-local craft beer.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our emphasis on community. We aren’t just a brewery or a bar. We know how important it is to support local charities and causes, and we’re grateful to have a reputation of supporting Pensacola.

Oh, and fantastic beer.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Union Public House, IRON, Global Grill, Bluejay’s Bakery, Old Hickory Whiskey Bar and the Bodacious Shops.

Answers by: DC Reeves, Owner

PLAY

16 S. Palafox, iplaypensacola.com How do you define being the “best”?

However DJ Khaled defines “We da best!”

Yeah, that's pretty much it.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Vintage dive barcade. Great music, wellmade drinks and fun.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We don't follow trends.

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REVOLVER

RECORDS Best Record Store again

Revolver Records | 9 E. Gregory St. instagram.com/revolver_records Thank you for voting!

Winner Best Thai Cuisine Best Restaurant in Gulf Breeze

Officially the

Best Bar Downtown Pensacola (as voted by YOU!)

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Voted Winner Best Chinese Cuisine

sharkfinpensacola.com 912-8669 | 5912 N. Davis Hwy. (Ste C)

Ichiban JapaneseRestaurant Voted Runner-up Best Japanese Cuisine & Best Sushi

www.ichibanpensacola.com 494-2227 | 5555 N. Davis Hwy.

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Best Deli again!

Plus Best Chicken Salad & Runner Up Best Restaurant East Pensacola Heights Best Soup & Best Sandwich (Twin Towers)

NEW YORKER DELI & PIZZERIA Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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We are joyously who we are. Sometimes our bartenders might have a bad day; some games might be broken. But when we all get together, it works.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Easy. We love all the bars and restaurants downtown (except one, but that's beside the point).

Ride Society for exercise. Palafox Market for neat stuff. Oh, and Sky's Pizza.

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SANDSHAKER

731 Pensacola Beach Blvd., sandshaker.com How do you define being the “best”?

The "best" means you're at the top of your game. The iconic “Shaker” and its signature drink, The Bushwacker, have stood the test of time for over 45 years, and we are so lucky to have patrons both young and old from all walks of life as loyal customers.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Iconic beach bar that invented The Bushwacker.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We pride ourselves on offering a great drink at a great price served by a great bartender. We have a phenomenal local customer base and year-round entertainment.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We are part of the beach family and love and support them all.

Answers by: Beverly Campbell, Co-Owner/Manager

Bars, Drinks & Nightlife SEVILLE QUARTER

130 E. Government St., sevillequarter.com How do you define being the “best”? Being the “best" is what all businesses work hard to be. Being the “best” is what keeps customers coming back year after year. We define “best” as being the leader of the pack that everyone looks up to. The “best” business is the one that everyone is always talking about.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? The Gulf Coast’s No. 1 entertainment and dining destination since 1967.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Seville Quarter is Pensacola’s premier entertainment and dining complex since 1967, the home of Rosie O’Grady’s Dueling Piano Show and Phineas Phogg’s—Pensacola’s hottest dance club. Seville is devoted to providing the highest level of customer service, fine quality products, a friendly atmosphere, fast service and fair prices, all in a family business.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love all businesses in downtown Pensacola. Some of their employees are our best friends and customers. We also have some favorites on Pensacola Beach, such as the Sandshaker and The Grand Marlin. We also have a great relationship with The Flora-Bama in Perdido Key. Answers by: Buck Mitchell, Marketing and Entertainment Director

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VINYL MUSIC HALL

2 S. Palafox, vinylmusichall.com How do you define being the “best”?

We've always tried to bring some of the best talent from all over the country and the world to our stage. With our recent expansion and capacity increase, “the best” is going to get even better.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

The Gulf Coast's premier live music venue.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We've never been a bar with a stage. We've always been a stage with a bar. The talent on our stage is always the draw.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love all of our neighbors and are thrilled and amazed with the growth and diversity of Pensacola's downtown—the restaurants, the coffee shops, the bars, the clubs, the retail—it's all fantastic.

Answers by: Chris Wilkes, Talent Buyer

Briana Knight of disko lemonade Voted Best Yoga Instructor

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Best Pancakes/Waffles

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BEST PLACE TO MEET YOUR FUTURE MR./MRS. Winner: Downtown Church Pensacola Beach Seville Quarter

Weddings

BEST OFFICIANT Winner: Bryan Adams Chuck Randle Pam Rodgerson Kevin Tillman

BEST WEDDING PLANNING/ COORDINATING Winner: Mēgan K. Events La-T-Da Events Lindsay Cooey Weddings Supposey

BEST PLACE TO PROPOSE Winner: Pensacola Beach Downtown The Grand Marlin Jackson's Steakhouse

BEST BRIDAL STORE Winner: The Bridal Loft The Bridal Suite Middleton's Prom and Pageant Simply Elegant Couture Bridal and Prom

BEST PLACE TO BUY AN ENGAGEMENT RING Winner: Jewelers Trade Shop Bere' Jewelers Elebash's Jewelers Rock Hard Designs

BEST PLACE TO RENT A TUX Winner: Randall's Formal Wear Gent's Formal Wear Men's Wearhouse Simply Elegant Couture Bridal and Prom

BEST CEREMONY VENUE Winner: Old Christ Church 5eleven Palafox Event Hosting Palafox Wharf Waterfront Reception Venue Live Oak Plantation

BEST BRIDAL MAKE-UP ARTIST Winner: Hayley Gurney Kendra Franklin Maegan Mapoles Melody Weber

BEST WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY Winner: Lother Co. Katie Cannon Milestones Studios StoryLive Productions

BEST RECEPTION VENUE Winner: 5eleven Palafox Event Hosting Lee House Palafox Wharf Waterfront Reception Venue Sowell Farms

BEST WEDDING HAIR SALON Winner: Arrow Salon & Spa Fusion Spa Salon The Powder Room Style Downtown

BEST WEDDING BAND Winner: I'magene Clark & Company Mr. Big & The Rhythm Sisters Three Bean Soup

BEST WEDDING HAIR STYLIST Winner: Alison Sardiña (Blue Magnolia Salon) Heather Johnson (Glow Salon) Cathy Sheldon (Arrow Salon & Spa) Colleen Williams (Moonflower Salon)

BEST WEDDING DJ Winner: Northwest Florida DJ Services A DJ Connection AnyDayDJ DJ Jordan

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BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Winner: Aislinn Kate Photography Kayla Baptista Photography Patsy Brown Photography Abigail Wellinghurst Photography BEST PHOTO BOOTH Winner: The Posey Bus Emerald Coast Photo Booths Pensacola Photo Booth Salz Studio

BEST WEDDING CATERER Winner: Nancy's Catering & Events Classic City Catering Culinary Productions Inc. Our Humble Catering BEST WEDDING CAKE Winner: Betty Weber Cakes Bluejay's Bakery Emerald Coast Custom Cakes J's Bakery and Cafe BEST WEDDING FLORIST Winner: Supposey Celebrations Fiore Sunshine Designs Florist BEST WEDDING RENTALS Winner: Supposey Hemstitch Vintage Rentals La-T-Da Events WeddingWalls BEST WEDDING PARTY TRANSPORTATION Winner: The Posey Cab Bay Limousine Service Beach Bum Trolley Five Flags Trolley

BEST PLACE TO BUY BRIDESMAID GIFTS Winner: Indigeaux Denim Bar & Boutique Pizzaz SoBo Boutique Susan Campbell Jewelry BEST PLACE FOR A REHEARSAL DINNER Winner: The Grand Marlin The Fish House Hemingway's Island Grill Skopelos at New World BEST PLACE FOR OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS TO STAY Winner: Lee House Hilton Pensacola Beach Holiday Inn Express Downtown Margaritaville Beach Hotel BEST HONEYMOON DESTINATION Winner: Disney World Hawaii Jamaica Pensacola Beach

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5ELEVEN PALAFOX

511 S. Palafox, 5elevenpalafox.com How do you define being the "best"?

Being among the "best" means we're among the first venues that couples think about when choosing a space to host one of the most important days in their lives. We couldn't be more honored.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

A beautiful, historic event space in the heart of downtown.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? 5eleven is situated in the heart of downtown Pensacola, within walking distance of hotels, historic landmarks, shops and restaurants. It couldn't be situated in a better spot in which to show off this pretty city to wedding guests.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Baseball games at Blue Wahoos Stadium. The Bodacious Family of Shops and Bubba's Sweet Spot—from coffee and breakfast to lunch and homemade candy afterward—you can make a day of it. Perfect Plain Brewing Co.—it's such a great spot to take out-oftown guests.

Answers by: Shannon Reeves, Event Sales Manager at Studer Family of Companies

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AISLINN KATE PHOTOGRAPHY

205 Cevallos St., aislinnkatephotography.com How do you define being the "best"?

There are wonderful photographers in Pensacola. For us, being the "best" is about being better than we were yesterday and delivering a better experience and better products to our clients every year.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Professional, creative and modern.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are constantly learning and actively working to improve our technique.

Every year, we travel to internationally-attended conferences and workshops to improve our technique and approach, ensuring we stay on the cutting edge of our field. We are often even asked to teach other photographers at these meetings.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I love downtown. Pensacola Bay Brewery, Dharma Blue, Pure Barre, Wine Bar, Lucy's—if I'm not working, I'm probably at one of these places.

Answers by: Aislinn Kate Rehwinkel, Owner/Lead Photographer

BETTY WEBER CAKES

facebook.com/bettywebercakes How do you define being the "best"? It's such an honor and a privilege; it feels like

our hard work has paid off. I really appreciate everyone's vote, and I'll be continuing my sugar journey to make the world a sweeter place.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We create cakes designed to complement your special occasion.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? My assistant, Jessica, and I work very hard at what we do, and we love it. We work with the bride and groom on unique designs and flavors. We are very patient and love challenges, and we love to see the excitement on their faces when they see their cakes.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? You'll see me at a festival or at the market on Palafox Street. Seville has always been a favorite of mine too because there are so many options. I also enjoy Hub's and Jackson's.

Answers by: Betty Weber, Owner

THE BLUE MAGNOLIA SALON

2878 Gulf Breeze Parkway, facebook.com/bluemagnoliasalon How do you define being the "best"?

Being the best is a continuous pursuit of growth and pushing to achieve goals, loving and believing in your craft and giving 100% to exceed clients' expectations each and every time.

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total stranger in 10 words or less? A traveling team of bridal hair and makeup specialists.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The natural passion I have for bridal styling is what paved the way for my business. What matters most is bringing my client's vision to life and creating hairstyles that are not only visually appealing but also evoke a feeling of romance.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? There's so many, but just to name a few—Another Broken Egg, Dharma Blue, The Bridal Loft, Alyssa's Antique Depot, Adonna's Bakery, Palafox Market, Five Sisters, Phocus Photography and Gulf Breeze Aerobics & Fitness.

Answers by: Alison Sardina, Owner/Bridal Hair Specialist

THE BRIDAL LOFT

4400 Bayou Blvd., Ste. 48, pensacolabridalloft.com How do you define being the "best"? The "best" for us means that our brides and customers are happy. When a new bride comes in our store and says "Ashley" referred them, we get so excited to know that she was pleased with her experience enough to refer her friend.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? An intimate bridal boutique servicing brides and her bridal party.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We like working one-on-

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one with our brides so they can enjoy a private and intimate experience. Our brides have a blast saying, "Yes to the Dress."

They even ask to take their photo with our sign and can't wait to see it on Instagram.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love downtown Pensacola and all of its new additions. The Wine Bar, Carmen's and The Vineyard are some of our favorite eateries.

We also enjoy all of our beautiful beaches.

Answers by: Brenda Carraway, Owner

REV. BRYAN ADAMS

beachpreacher.com How do you define being the "best"?

Loving your gifts and talents and being consistent in performing them before others so well that they want to tell everyone how amazing their event was because you were a part of it.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A beach wedding officiant who helps make friends become a family.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Searching for a wedding officiant is similar to shopping for a car, but I'm not selling you on the car or the destination, I am giving you the reassurance to believe that the drive is totally worth it.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Casino Beach Bar (food and ambiance), The Fish House, Hemingway's and Jaco's (food), Lee House, 5eleven and Palafox Wharf (venues) and Gallery Night (the peoplewatching).

Answers by: Rev. Bryan Adams

GULF COAST GLAM HOUSE BY HAYLEY GURNEY

instagram.com/gulfcoast_glamhouse How do you define being the "best"?

Being the "best" to me is being able to not only have the incredible skill set for the task at hand but also willing to teach others, willing to learn, lead, listen, follow up, believing in yourself and being grateful for every step of the way.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Dreamy, glamorous, magical, special and lively.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I feel, as an artist, what sets myself and my craft apart from other wonderful makeup artists is our artistic styles (think Dali, Warhol, Picasso—all amazing, yet very different). Also my love for a great highlight and fluff y set of lashes and that truly creativity is my God-given gift.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Some of my local favorites that I love so much are The Powder Room, Kayla Baptista Photography, Lindsey Friar Photography, The Burch House, Supposey, Emerald Coast Custom Cakes, Lindsey Cooey Weddings and my husband and my favorite date spot—IRON. Answers by: Hayley Gurney, Professional Makeup Artist and Owner October 4, 2018

LOTHER CO.

lotherco.com How do you define being the "best"?

When we're able to make the couple who says, "We're always awkward in front of cameras," become so comfortable and romantic it's as if they're the only two people around for miles, we know we've given them the best possible experience.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We're your best friends using fancy cameras at your wedding.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? When our couples watch their wedding film, their senses take them back to each moment. So above all, we want our couples to feel good just as much as they look good by making sure each moment is happy, fun and stress-free.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Polonza Bistro, Perfect Plain, Arrow Salon and Drowsy Poet.

Answers by: Matt and Erin Lother, Owners

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MĒGAN K. EVENTS

600 S. Barracks St., megankevents.com How do you define being the "best"? I define "best" as a way to describe something being done as well as it can be done.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Vision and planning experts for wedding and events.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We often hear from our clients and vendors that our attention to detail sets us apart.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? My favorite local businesses include George Bistro, downtown shops such as Indigeaux and Rusted Arrow, Duh, Ginger Bender and Fiore.

Answers by: Mēgan Kennedy, Owner/Event Extraordinaire

NANCY'S CATERING & EVENTS

555 Scenic Highway, nancyscateringandevents.com How do you define being the "best"? You always love to hear that people are happy with the work that you do. And when you love what you do, it all comes together and brings out the best in everyone.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

An exceptional staff that brings delicious food to any occasion.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We have an incredibly talented and hard-working group of people who work with us, and we're lucky to have so many who have been with us for years upon years. They are really true experts in their craft.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We're lucky to work with a slew of talented photographers, florists and gorgeous venues with our wedding catering. And our little blue shop for Gourmet to Go is next to so many

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fun restaurants on Scenic Highway. Pensacola's filled with talent; it's impossible to narrow it down.

Answers by: Arianne Pearce, Marketing Manager

NORTHWEST FLORIDA DJ SERVICES

nwfdjservices.com How do you define being the "best"?

Northwest Florida DJ Services makes every event memorable. Being the life of the party through the music is what we do best. Most importantly, being the best DJ doesn't just mean playing music but making everyone dance until their feet hurt one song at a time.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

The fun starts when we start the music.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We let our music do the talking.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Seville Quarter, Palafox Wharf and Hilton Pensacola Beach.

Answers by: DJ Tiger, Owner/Head DJ

PALAFOX WHARF WATERFRONT RECEPTION VENUE

617 S. Palafox, palafoxwharf.com How do you define being the "best"?

Palafox Wharf is located in downtown Pensacola with scenic, breathtaking water-

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front/sunset views, plus a deck, grand exit by boat, hardwood floors, interior skylights (that bring oodles of light for photography) a dance floor and cocktail bar. All of that works to create an atmosphere for an unforgettable experience.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

The best guest experience and ambiance in the Pensacola area.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? All of the above, plus you will receive a lot of additional services, which is included in the basic package price.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? For food catering: Chef Bob at Olive Catering, Nancy's Catering, Chef Heyward McKenzie, Portabello Market and Naman's. For beverage catering: Richey's and Aloha.

Answers by: Sandy McDavid, Venue Manager

THE POSEY BUS

3233 Gulf Breeze Parkway, supposey.co/photobus How do you define being the "best"? Being the "best" means that our clients are having a ton of fun with our service and that we are providing something unique to Pensacola.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

VW Bus + photo booth = done.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are the only photo

booth inside a VW Bus for Pensacola.

Pretty cool. We also are the only photo booth that prints Polaroids.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Supposey is our umbrella company, and it offers it all— flowers, rentals and planning. We also love working at The Lee House, Palafox House, 5eleven, Pensacola Country Club, PYC, Palafox Wharf, New World Landing, The Hilton and so many more.

Answers by: Nick Sexton, Owner

THE POSEY CAB

3233 Gulf Breeze Parkway, supposey.co/getaways How do you define being the "best"?

Being the "best" to us means a huge honor and that we are offering unique getaways.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Pedicabs and vintage cars for wedding exits.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are the only pedicab getaway in Pensacola, and we offer the only VW Karmann Ghia as well.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We love working with photographers like Melissa Wilson, Jessi Field, Kayla Baptista, Love Anneliese and Aislinn Kate and videographers like Storylive and the Lothers. There are so many good ones.

Answers by: Nick Sexton, Owner

SUPPOSEY

3233 Gulf Breeze Parkway, supposey.co How do you define being the "best"?

Being the "best" means trying our best. We aim to create the best atmosphere for our clients with flowers and rentals that reflect their personality. Running the planning side of things really allows us hands-on control to create the best day possible for our clients.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Flowers, rentals and planning. Easy as 123, ABC. What do you think sets you and your business apart? By offering the three key wedding aesthetic services under one company, we stand out to brides looking for ease. Brides don't have to play telephone to connect their florist to their rental company to their planner. We do it all, and we are the only company that offers this.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The wedding industry in Pensacola is very tight. We work together so much, we are like a big family. Shout out to Great Southern, P.S Weddings/Nancy's, Classic City Catering, Culinary Productions Inc., 5eleven and Lee House for being some of our favorites to work with.

Answers by: Chloe Sexton, Owner/Founder

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Community & Media/Music —Community— BEST NON-PROFIT Winner: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida A HOPE for Santa Rosa County FL, Inc. Council on Aging of West Florida Gulf Coast Kid’s House BEST CHARITY EVENT Winner: Justice Jog (Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Justice Foundation) Chocolate Fest (Gulf Coast Kid’s House) Rat Pack Reunion (Council on Aging of West Florida) Winter Wonder Ride (onbikes Pensacola) BEST VOLUNTEER Winner: Michelle Salzman (Escambia County PTA) Donna Doup (Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Justice Foundation) Haley Morrissette (Black Women Empower Collective) Walker Wilson (Onbikes Pensacola) BEST PLACE TO WORK Winner: Navy Federal Credit Union Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Council on Aging of West Florida Studer Group BEST BOSS Winner: Debbie Ritchie (Studer Group) John Clark (Council on Aging of West Florida)

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OCTOBER 26 5 – 7 pm • FREE ADMISSION

Free Trick-or-Treating • Food, Fun & Activities for All Ages Halloween Movies & Frighteningly Good Concessions Proceeds benefit Studer Community Institute’s early learning programs.

Schedule subject to change. Must be in gates one hour before close to guarantee admission. Wahooloween admission closes at 6pm.

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA

1149 Creighton Road, Ste. #1, bbbsnwfl.org How do you define being the “best”?

Everyone has a different concept of what makes you the best that you can be. For me, being the best is being the best I can be and the best we can be as an agency.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A business that ignites potential in children’s lives.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The compassionate staff, board and Bigs that so freely give of their time, talent and treasure to ensure the lives of our Littles are changed forever.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Spending time with family and friends would be my local favorite thing to do. Oh, and my happy place—the beach.

Answers by: Paula Shell, CEO

CATCOUNTRY 98.7 RADIO

7251 Plantation Road, catcountry987.com How do you define being the “best”?

Being a locally owned radio station that listeners love and advertisers cherish for the results we deliver.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Award-winning radio station that superserves advertisers and listeners.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? CatCountry 98.7 is a live and local radio station. Unlike other Pensacola stations, we have live jocks in our Pensacola studios entertaining from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Landrum Human Resources Answers by: Dave Hoxeng, Owner

CITY OF PENSACOLA PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

222 W. Main St., 4th Floor, playpensacola.com How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means providing outstanding parks and recreation facilities and programs for our citizens and ensuring that all citizens have access to the benefits of parks and recreation opportunities.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Your resource for living a fun, active and healthy lifestyle.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our citizens benefit directly from their local parks in so many ways. We offer gathering places to meet family and friends, open spaces to exercise and connect with nature, educational opportunities to expand the mind and, for many, we're a community resource where they can get a nutritious meal.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? We have so many wonderful partners in the community who help us, and we would be remiss trying to mention them all. Partnerships are essential to providing the outstanding programs, events and services that help our citizens lead healthy and active lifestyles.

Answers by: Tonya Vaden, Marketing Coordinator October 4, 2018

GALLERY NIGHT PENSACOLA

13 S. Palafox, gallerynightpensacola.com How do you define being the “best”?

Helping grow our vibrant and awardwinning downtown through a community event that celebrates the unique culture of Pensacola, while supporting local artists and business owners. Gallery Night Pensacola is constantly evolving in pursuit of being the best community event on the Gulf Coast for residents and visitors alike.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A monthly event “taking art to the streets” of downtown Pensacola.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? GNP's 12 unique monthly events and our commitment to strengthening our community through access to the arts set us apart. We also value the continued support from our merchants, sponsors and artists who come together to make Gallery Night happen each month.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? A strong art presence is essential for Pensacola, so we fully support other great arts nonprofits in town, including First City Art Center, Bare Hand Collective, Pensacola Museum of Art, Pensacola Little Theatre, Pensacola Symphony and Foo Foo Festival, just to name a few.

Answers by: Michael Carro, President

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NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM

1750 Radford Blvd., Ste. C, navalaviationmuseum.org How do you define being the “best”? The museum tells the story of naval aviation, which is known for its teamwork, spirit of innovation, audacity, vision and commitment to excellence in an environment in which there is no margin for error. That is a clear definition of being the best, and we are proud to honor it.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A special place that honors the best of our nation.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? What sets our organization apart is that our product is intangible—the honor, courage and commitment that is naval aviation past and present—and one that has paid dividends to every American in his or her freedom.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Our staff enjoys the various eating establishments around town, and the Blue Wahoos have hosted our volunteers on appreciation nights over the years.

Answers by: Capt. Sterling Gilliam, USN (Ret), Museum Director

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NEWSRADIO 1620/92.3

7251 Plantation Road, newsradio1620.com How do you define being the “best”? To be the most excellent, effective and attractive purveyor of news and information.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? A news/information station that offers companionship throughout the day.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? NewsRadio 1620/92.3 provides news every 30 minutes, 24/7. Fox News Radio and our local news department keep Pensacola thought leaders up-to73

date. We've also got America's No. 1 family finance guru, Dave Ramsey, live 1-4 p.m.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Escambia County government—they are a huge organization that delivers good service to our community.

Answers by: Dave Hoxeng, Owner

PENSACOLA CHILDREN'S CHORUS

46 E. Chase St., pensacolachildrenschorus.com How do you define being the “best”? Being the “best” for PCC means engaging our young members and helping them develop, both personally and musically. It means building a relationship with the kids and having them return year after year, enjoying their time with us.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

PCC is a longstanding community-based children's choir.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? What sets PCC apart is our longevity in the community and our members. 2018 marks our 29th season performing as Pensacola’s premier youth choir. Our members are both talented and professional, despite their adolescence.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Some of our local favorites include Perfect Plain, Pensacola Yacht Club, Blues Angel Music, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, Pensacola Opera, Pensacola Little Theatre, Ballet Pensacola, Pensacon and Fiesta Pensacola, just to name a few.

Answers by: Mallory Wilson, Director of Development and Community Engagement

PENSACOLA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY'S PENSACOLA HOT WHEELS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

300 W. Leonard St., pensacolahabitat.org, pensacolahotwheels.org How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means that we've successfully worked with people and businesses in our community to put on an original, interesting, diverse and fun food event. We work tirelessly each year with our fantastic food trucks, generous sponsors and partners to make Pensacola Hot Wheels Food Truck Fest a success.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Affordable housing nonprofit hangs out with food trucks, and everyone's invited.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We put a great deal of effort into planning and putting on the fest because all funds raised go directly into our mission of providing affordable homeownership to our community. Aside from fundraising, we have tons of fun doing it and love introducing our cause to new folks.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Our new ReStore on 9th Avenue, Baptist Health Care, Bay Area Printing, Gulf Winds, Navy Federal, Synovus, Allstate (Scott Westmark), MistWorks, Wind Creek, Studer Group, New Market Plaza, Cox, Cat Country/News Radio, WEAR/WFGX, WKRG/The CW, Beach Community Bank, Grill Gas Express, Swift Supply and Gulf Coast Brewery (our sponsors *wink*).

Answers by: Blaise Moehl, Sr. Communications Associate

PENSACOLA MARDI GRAS

124 B E. Wright St., pensacolamardigras.com How do you define being the “best”?

The best parade considers factors like size, diversity and energy of participants and spectators. Plus growth, press, social media attention and economic impact are among other considerations.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? We're a clearinghouse and promoter of seasonal celebration January through March.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Grand Mardi Gras Parade brings together over 200 different participating groups into one big celebration of what makes Pensacola great. The community pride and camaraderie are overwhelming, creating an uplifting event heading into spring.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? As downtown grows, having new residential options, along with entertainment and educational benefits, it's very rewarding to consider that the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade has consistently drawn citizens to downtown for over 100 years.

Answers by: Danny Zimmern, President

PENSACOLA MUSEUM OF ART

407 S. Jefferson St., pensacolamuseum.org How do you define being the “best”?

For the PMA and for UWF, defining “best” is always about striving for excellence, promoting inclusivity and trying to help build creative communities. As such, we

aim to create engaging, thoughtful, unique, innovative, curious and unexpected spaces and programs for all ages and all audiences.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

An open learning community centered on innovative visual art.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I'm not sure how to answer this, but as a team at the PMA and UWF Historic Trust, we work hard and have fun. Creatively speaking, no idea is too crazy; nothing is off the table. I think from that approach, we are able to generate an interesting energy.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? This is a hard one to answer. We love so many of the amazing businesses downtown. We are coffee nuts at the PMA, so Bodacious, Constant Coffee and Fosko are favorites. We are big fans of Bare Hand Collective, Vinyl Music Hall, Digital Now, Revolver Records, Volume ONE and Leader Art Consultants.

Answers by: Amy Bowman-McElhone, Assistant Vice President at UWF Historic Trust Museums/Director and Chief Curator at UWF Pensacola Museum of Art

PENSACOLA OPERA

75 S. Tarragona St., pensacolaopera.com How do you define being the “best”?

Pensacola Opera is at its best when we work hard to serve the community in any way we can. By producing world-class opera and free community performances, we strive to put our patrons first.

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How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? Captivating music, compelling stories, community impact. No horned helmets.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Through our education and community programs, we are able to reach over 40,000 children and adults each year throughout the region. We wouldn't be able to achieve this without the phenomenal support of our supporters, donors and sponsors.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The arts scene in Pensacola is growing more and more vibrant.

We especially love working with Ballet Pensacola, Choral Society of Pensacola, Pensacola Children's Chorus, Pensacola Little Theatre, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra and, of course, the Saenger Theatre.

Answers by: Kristen Stotz, Director of Marketing

MICHELLE SALZMAN WITH SALZ STUDIO

salzstudio.com How do you define being the “best”?

Being the “best” for me is to be true to who I am and remain authentic in not only my actions for others but also in how I treat myself and my family. Being the “best” is being all that you can be for yourself and others.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less? I advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves.

What do you think sets you and your

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business apart? Being true to myself and listening to my heart will always set me apart from others, because there is only one of me. All things I do are because I feel they are what is best for myself and others.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? I serve on 12 boards in Pensacola. Each one has a unique place in my heart.

Answers by: Michelle Salzman, Community Volunteer

SANTA ROSA ISLAND AUTHORITY

1 Via de Luna Drive, sria-fla.com How do you define being the “best”?

We strive to be the best by hosting many family-friendly events and keeping our beaches looking beautiful. Visitors keep coming back year after year because of the great atmosphere and the amount of activities there are here on Pensacola Beach.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We are the local governing agency for Pensacola Beach.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Santa Rosa Island Authority is one of a kind. We are a familyfriendly beach and hold events for people of all ages.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? Pensacola Beach is home to many great businesses and attractions. It's hard to choose a favorite.

Answers by: Kara Gauntt, HR/Events Coordinator

STUDER COMMUNITY INSTITUTE

17 W. Government St., Ste. A, studeri.org How do you define being the “best”?

I love that community leadership and engagement is making a comeback. I am somewhat visible in Pensacola, but it’s really the local citizens who deserve the credit. They are smart, talented, passionate and highly engaged. I am grateful for the opportunity to live and work with them.

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

Improving quality of life for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We believe a healthy community begins and ends with two very different groups. We help local business leaders and employees build needed skills.

We also create tools and interventions to help parents understand the power of early brain development. Strong businesses and well-educated children are the keys to Pensacola’s future.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? You can’t go wrong anywhere in Pensacola.

Answers by: Quint Studer, Founder

How would you describe your business to a total stranger in 10 words or less?

We share Pensacola experiences with people all over the world.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? As the destination management organization for Escambia County, our business is to promote what we all know and love about Pensacola.

We share experiences and create memories. Visit Pensacola is growing tourism as an economic engine for our community through leadership, connection, collaboration and communication and having fun doing it.

Other than your business, what are some of your local favorites? The hustle and bustle of downtown to the miles and miles of sugar-white beaches. Our museums, outdoor activities, festivals and the culinary scene that is exploding throughout Pensacola. Pensacola’s community is friendly, and this city is an experience unlike any other.

We are fortunate to call it home.

Answers by: Nicole Stacey, Director of Marketing & Communications

VISIT PENSACOLA, INC.

1401 E. Gregory St., visitpensacola.com How do you define being the “best”?

Visit Pensacola strives to be a central voice for all things to do and see in our community. We want our site to be user-friendly, visually appealing and something someone wants to look at time and time again.

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Xaris Brings Folk to The Garden

By Sarah Mc Wilson

Xaris / Photo by Korrigan Agen 18-year-old folk singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Xaris Waltman takes the stage Saturday, Oct. 6, at From the Ground Up Community Garden. Her solo performance kicks off a season of intimate, outdoor Music Under the Stars performances.

Named after the Greek word for grace, Xaris (pronounced Karis, like Paris with a K) carries a graceful honesty and youthfulness in her voice, matched with a depth of storytelling and musicality. Though guitar is her primary instrument, she also plays harmonica, banjo and the Irish Penny Whistle. She also recently added the fiddle to her repertoire.

A Gulf Breeze native, Waltman grew up

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playing music and is no stranger to the stage. "I started writing songs in middle school," she said. "And I think along with that came me wanting to share my songs with people."

When performing, Waltman plays both original songs and old traditional 19th-century folk songs that she has reworked to make her own. She cites inspiration from the songwriting of Bob Dylan, alongside other past and current names, including Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings, Elizabeth Cotten, Doc Watson, Townes Van Zandt, The Carter Family, Hank Williams and Joan Baez.

Waltman's own songwriting inspiration comes from people—the stories and the experiences of fellow humans. "I find mystery in people's lives, and I find myself romanticizing details about that mystery I see," she said. "I think it's a mix of that and new love. New love is one of the greatest inspirations if there ever was one."

For Waltman, playing music is not only a big part of her heart and passion; ultimately, it flows out of her as the result of a deeper need. "It's a need to create, more than anything. It just happens. If I'm not creating, I get so sad," she said.

"Music is my heart, my passion, my way of supporting myself and my way of expressing myself. It holds so much weight in my life and in my soul. Behind love, music

life, only attentive to the song and what I'm is the most spiritual thing in this life. I'm relaying to the audience," she said. thankful I get to be part of the noise."

This will be her first performance at From As part of her live musical performances, the Ground Up Community Garden. For all Waltman invites the element of storytelling.

Music Under the Stars events, garden guests "Storytelling is a creative outlet that are asked to wear closed-toe shoes and are inI explore. It goes hand in hand with my vited to bring a beverage of choice, along with music. I learned it from older folk singers a chair to sit in. Popcorn, drinks and garden I've met throughout the years. The stories merchandise will be available for purchase of the songs, and how they came to be, are before and during the event. as much a part of the shows as the songs Proceeds from Music Under the Stars are," she said. concerts go to benefit From the Ground Up Waltman has had the opportunity to Community Garden, a project of The Hive, play for a diverse mix of crowds, including a a corporate social responsibility program of nation-wide television audience. Last fall, Innisfree Hotels. {in} she was on-screen as part of Season 13 of NBC's "The Voice," an experience that affirmed the mainstream world of pop music is not for her.

"I don't really enjoy Hollywood WHAT: Music Under the Stars with Xaris and the glitz and glamor of it all," WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 (Gates open at she said. "I enjoy being able to have 6:30 p.m.) full creative rein in my music and my WHERE: From the Ground Up Community life. I'm glad I did it, though, since it Garden, 501 N. Hayne St. taught me that. And I met some very COST: $10 good friends during my month out DETAILS: facebook.com/fromthegroundupgarin LA." den or fromthegroundupgardenpensacola.com Since her time in Los Angeles, Learn more about and listen to Xaris at xarisoffiWaltman has been touring on and cial.com or follow @xarismusic on Instagram. off, including a solo Midwest tour this summer. Before that, she spent time in the Carolinas.

Regardless of what stage she finds herself on, for Waltman, playing music has a resounding effect.

Friday, Oct. 19 with Roman Street "Playing music brings me the Friday, Nov. 9 with Lisa Mills strongest emotions. It almost puts Friday, Nov. 16 with The Marlow Boys me in a trance. I feel numb to real

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YOGA WITHIN REACH 9-10 a.m. Free. Commu-

nity Health Northwest Florida, 2315 W. Jackson St., Room A. healthcarewithinreach.org LA LECHE LEAGUE 10 a.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 11 a.m. Molino Branch Library, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com

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ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 10 a.m. Pensacola

Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com

PENSACOLA MAYOR'S CUP GOLF CLASSIC

Via de Luna Drive, Unit B. facebook.com/ redfishbluefishpensacolabeach PILATES MAT 12:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Osceola Golf Course, 300 Tonawanda Drive.

FLIGHT NIGHTS 5-7 p.m. $9 for three 3-ounce pours. Aragon Wine Market, 27 S. 9th Ave. aragonwinemarket.com HAPPY HOUR COOKOUTS 5 p.m. Drink specials, free cookout. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com HOW TO NAVIGATE THE HOLIDAYS 5:30 p.m. Wild Lemon, 3000 N. 12th Ave. beawildlemon.com

PEAT AND PEARLS: A CELEBRATION OF SCOTCH AND OYSTERS 5 p.m. $25-$325.

PEAT AND PEARLS: A CELEBRATION OF SCOTCH AND OYSTERS 6 p.m. $25-$325.

NATIONAL TACO DAY AT RED FISH BLUE FISH 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Red Fish Blue Fish, 5

Downtown Pensacola. peatandpearls.com ATLAS BEVERAGE CLASS 5 and 7 p.m. $20 per person. Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. greatsouthernrestaurants.com AWM WINE TASTING 5-7 p.m. Free. Aragon Wine Market, 27 S. 9th Ave. facebook.com/ aragonwine RADIOLIVE 6 p.m. $10. Chris Alvarado, Hiroya Tsukamoto and Peter Karp. Museum of Commerce, 201 Zaragoza St. radiolive.org END OF THE LINE THURSDAY DINNER 6-9 p.m.

End of the Line Café, 610 E. Wright St. Sign up for the newsletter for menu. eotlcafe.com ENERGY HEALING 6 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org LATIN DANCE CLASSES 6:30-9 p.m. $10.

Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha and more. Professional dance instruction for all skill levels.

No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com WSRE'S STUDIOAMPED 7 p.m. Free. Roadside Glorious. Jean and Paul Amos Studio, 1000 College Blvd. wsre.org DRAKE BELL WITH THE REVELRIES 7 p.m. $20-$25. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox. vinylmusichall.com RUNGE STRINGS 7:30 p.m. Free, tickets required. UWF Music Hall, 11000 University Parkway. uwf.edu INTO THE WOODS 7:30 p.m. $17. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com SONIC GRAFITTI, CAPSULE HOTEL, DEADBUGGS 9 p.m. $5. chizuko, 506 W. Belmont

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Downtown Pensacola. peatandpearls.com FIRST FRIDAY AT BAREHAND COLLECTIVE 6-9 p.m. Various local vendors. Barehand Collective, 2370 N. Palafox. facebook.com/barehandco DATE NIGHT DANCE CLASSES 6:30-8 p.m. $8.

Learn several romantic ballroom dance styles in unique group classes. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com WSRE'S STUDIOAMPED 7 p.m. Free. Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival Showcase.

Jean and Paul Amos Studio, 1000 College Blvd. wsre.org OPEN MIC 7-11 p.m. Café Single Fin, 380 N. 9th Ave. facebook.com/cafesinglefin ZOSO: THE ULTIMATE LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE 7 p.m. $12. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S.

Palafox. vinylmusichall.com INTO THE WOODS 7:30 p.m. $33. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com

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SANTA ROSA ISLAND TRIATHLON 7 a.m.

Casino Beach Pavilion, Pensacola Beach. santarosaislandtriathlon.com PALAFOX MARKET 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fresh produce, live plants, baked goods, fine art and antiques. Items originate directly from participating vendors, including dozens of local farmers, home gardeners and area artists. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, N. Palafox. palafoxmarket.com COMMUNITY YARD SALE 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Vickrey Center, 2130 Summit Blvd.

PAWS IN THE PARK 8-11 a.m. $6 per carload.

Big Lagoon State Park, 12301 Gulf Beach

For A Good Cause

By Jennifer Leigh

Head to chizuko this weekend to dance and buy books—in that order.

On Saturday, wear your best kitty cat costume and dance under the blue lights to help benefit stray cats in the area.

"We have been caring for the neighborhood cats around chizuko for a while now," said owner Jess Laws. "Our goal is to spay and neuter as many as we can. It's getting expensive, so I thought a benefit would be the perfect way to help with costs."

Laws said she also wanted to support local organizations, such as Animal Allies and Pensacola Humane Society, which have helped their neighborhood cats.

A dance party was the first idea that came to mind, Laws said.

"And, of course, I had to put a twist on it, so why not have everyone dress as cats?" she said. "chizuko is the perfect venue for an event like this because we are constantly trying to evoke the inner child in everyone."

Laws promised you can expect cat-themed songs. DJ Hot Lobster and Cliccbait, both from Mobile, will be spinning records, plus local Turnicut will be sharing his beatboxing skills. Local sweethearts Cookie and Cake will also be performing alongside Action Dog. And the sketch comedy group Kitty Get a Job has a surprise in store. Of course, if you can't make it to the dance party, you can learn more about helping animals in need at ecaafl.org and pensacolahumane.org.

After you dance the night away (and get a good night's sleep) head back to chizuko on Sunday for the $1 book sale to benefit Food Not Bombs, an organization aimed Highway. friendsofpensacolastateparks.org

SANTA ROSA FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1

p.m. Fresh local produce, honey, baked goods and live music. Pace Presbyterian Church, Woodbine Road.

OCEAN HOUR CLEAN-UPS 9-10 a.m. National

at sharing free vegan and vegetarian food.

Kevin Hinds, the event coordinator, did a similar event in the past and decided to host another one. It's a "win-win," he said.

"I just happened to realize how many books I had around the house that I would probably never read again and wondered how many friends also had a surplus," Hinds added.

"Since there's not typically a lot of resale value, I figured why not put them to use. Also, I can't think of many situations that are better than being surrounded by books and people to talk about them with."

Laws said she enjoys sharing chizuko's space for a greater cause, whether it be spaying and neutering cats or feeding people in need.

"We have a great space and a loyal following that is just as eager to help as we are," she said. "Personally, I am only satisfied with my work and my success when I am helping others." {in}

CATURDAY DANCE PARTY

WHEN: 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 WHERE: chizuko, 506 W. Belmont St. COST: $5, benefits local animal shelters

CHARITY BOOK SALE

WHEN: 5-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 WHERE: chizuko, 506 W. Belmont St. COST: $1 per book, proceeds benefit Food Not Bombs DETAILS: facebook.com/chizukopensacola Seashore - Naval Live Oaks, 1801 Gulf Breeze Parkway, and South end of Bob Sikes Bridge, 400 Pensacola Beach Blvd. oceanhourfl.com COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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admission. Gabbert Farm, 3604 Pine Level Church Road.

STORYTIME SATURDAYS 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $5. Through Nov. 10. Pensacola Children's Museum, 115 Zaragoza St.

PEAT AND PEARLS: A CELEBRATION OF SCOTCH AND OYSTERS 6 p.m. $25-$325.

Seville Square. facebook.com/nwflgdr THE PERFECT MILE 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Race and block party. Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. facebook.com/perfectplainbrewingco ART, WINE AND JAZZ FESTIVAL 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $10 adults, $5 children. Pensacola Improv Center, 375 N. Pace Blvd.

Downtown Pensacola. peatandpearls.com MUSIC UNDER THE STARS WITH XARIS 7-9 p.m. $10-$12. From the Ground Up Community Garden, 501 N. Hayne St. fromthegroundupgardenpensacola.com ERIC JOHNSON AH VIA MUSICOM TOUR 7 p.m. $22-$35. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox. vinylmusichall.com INTO THE WOODS 7:30 p.m. $33. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com IMPROVABLE CAUSE 10:30 p.m. $11. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com

STRONG STREET STUDIO ANNUAL PUMPKIN PARTY Noon-6 p.m. Free admission, pump-

SUNDAY 10.7

NORTHWEST FLORIDA GREAT DANE RESCUE'S ANNUAL DANETOBER FESTIVAL 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

kins start at $20. Strong Street Studio, 109 N. A St. facebook.com/strongstreetstudio COMPUTER BASICS Noon. Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com

PENSACOLA HALF MARATHON 7 a.m. Com-

PENSACOLA OPERA ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE MASTER CLASS 2-5 p.m. Free. Opera Cen-

munity Maritime Park, 351 W. Cedar Ave. runpensacola.devpress.guru WAKE UP HIKE 7 a.m. Meet at Bay Bluffs Park, Scenic Highway at Summit Ave., for a brisk one to two-hour walk with brunch to follow at an area restaurant.

PEANUT FESTIVAL 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free admission. Gabbert Farm, 3604 Pine Level Church Road.

BRUNCH WITH LIVE MUSIC 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Café Single Fin, 380 N. 9th Ave. facebook. com/cafesinglefin

GHOSTS AND GRAVEYARD TOUR 5:30 p.m.

TRANSMISSION GROUP WORLD SERVICE MEDITATION 10:30 a.m. Free. Ever'man Educational

JUNIOR HUMANE SOCIETY ADOPTION

Noon-4 p.m. PetSmart, 6251 N. Davis Highway. juniorhumanesociety.com

SATURN COLLECTION TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY 1-5 p.m. Miles Antique

Mall, 5109 Bayou Blvd. facebook.com/ saturncollection

ter, 75 S. Tarragona. pensacolaopera.com $20. 610 N. Spring St.

Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org

VEGAN BRUNCH 11 a.m.-2 p.m. End of the Line Café, 610 E. Wright St. Sign up for the newsletter for menu. eotlcafe.com SUNDAY BRUNCH AT H20 11 a.m. $28.95 for adults. Free valet parking and 15 percent off with local ID. H20 Hilton, 12 Via de Luna Drive. facebook.com/hiltonpensacolabeach STRONG STREET STUDIO ANNUAL PUMPKIN PARTY Noon-6 p.m. Free admission, pump-

kins start at $20. Strong Street Studio, 109 N. A St. facebook.com/strongstreetstudio YAPPY HOUR AT PERFECT PLAIN 2 p.m.

Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. facebook.com/perfectplainbrewingco FAMILY FRIENDLY IMPROV CLASS 2:30 p.m. Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com PEAT AND PEARLS: A CELEBRATION OF SCOTCH AND OYSTERS 3 p.m. $25-$325.

Downtown Pensacola. peatandpearls.com INTO THE WOODS 3 p.m. $33. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com SWING DANCE CLASSES 4-7 p.m. $10. Professional West Coast swing instruction for all levels. No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com VEGAN AND VINO SUNDAYS 4-7 p.m.

Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox.

BIRDS & BREW 5 p.m. Pensacola Bay Brewery, 225 E. Zaragoza St. BLUES ON THE BAY 6-8 p.m. Free. Cat Rhodes and The Truth. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St.

MONDAY 10.8

RESUME HELP 11 a.m. Molino Branch Li-

brary, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com PILATES MAT 1:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org SEVILLE QUARTER MILERS 5:30 p.m. Runners meet in front of Seville Quarter for a run around downtown Pensacola. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com VEGAN COOKING CLASS 6 p.m. $25. Sweet potato samosas with pear chutney, garam masala with roasted Brussels sprouts and lemon aioli and apple tart with fig glaze.

End of the Line Café, 610 E. Wright St. eotlcafe.com RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS 7 p.m. $15. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox. vinylmusichall.com HIP-HOP & CONTEMPORARY DANCE CLASSES 8-9 p.m. $5. Learn amazing moves from

professional instructors. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com

TUESDAY 10.9

YOGA WITHIN REACH 9-10 a.m. Free. Com-

munity Health Northwest Florida, 2315 W. Jackson St., Room A. healthcarewithinreach.org BLUE ANGELS PRACTICE 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd. navalaviationmuseum.org PILATES ON PALAFOX WITH WILD LEMON

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calendar 4:30 p.m. Cowork Annex, 13 S. Palafox. beawildlemon.com COMPLIMENTARY WINE TASTING 5-7 p.m. So Gourmet, 407-D S. Palafox. sogourmetpensacola.com JAY WILLIAMS BAND 8:30 p.m. Hub Stacey's 312 E. Government St. hubstaceys.com VINO MAGNIFICO 5:30 p.m. $12 per person. V. Paul's, 29 S. Palafox. vpauls.com COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES 6:30 p.m. $10.

Country two-step, East Coast swing, competition choreography and more. No partner required. World championship dance instruction for all skill levels. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com

Arts & Culture

≥Events

PMA GALLERY TOURS

2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Free with museum admission. Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org

FIRST CITY ART CENTER 12TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN PARTY Pre-

view party 6-8 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 5, $20$25. Glass pumpkin patch open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6.

First City Art Center, 1040 N. Guillemard St. firstcityart.org

≥Current Exhibits MEET ME IN MY DREAMS On view

through Oct. 5.

Photos from Mary Anne Mitchell. Pensacola State College Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual

BANDS ON THE BEACH 7-9 p.m. Free. Gulf-

side Pavilion, Pensacola Beach. visitpensacolabeach.com COMEDY NIGHT 7 p.m. Swan Neck Meadery, 2115 W. Nine Mile Road. swanneckwinery.com PROJECT PAT CHEESE-N-DOPE TOUR 7 p.m. $15-$20. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox. vinylmusichall.com OVER-50 BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 7-9:30 p.m. $5-$10. Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Center, 913 S. I St. Dressy attire (no jeans).

UWF SINGERS CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Free, tickets required. UWF Music Hall, 11000 University Parkway. uwf.edu

Arts, 1000 College Blvd. pensacolastate.edu WATERSHED On view through Oct. 5. Photos from Jeff Rich. Pensacola State College Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts, 1000 College Blvd. pensacolastate.edu EXTRAORDINAIRE ART EXHIBIT On

view through Oct. 8. Featuring the art of Marion Hawks,

Jeanne McGrath, Marcia Moritz, Nikki Strahota, and Bill Chambers.

Quayside Gallery, 17 Zaragoza St. quaysidegallery.com THE PALETTE SHOW

On view through Oct. 19. First City Art Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. firstcityart.org

STRANGER THINGS

On view through Oct. 19. Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox.

WEDNESDAY 10.10

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP Noon. Molino Branch

Library, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com

PILATES ON PALAFOX WITH WILD LEMON

Noon. Cowork Annex, 13 S. Palafox. beawildlemon.com ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 3 p.m. Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com WATERBOYZ SLOW SKATE 6-7 p.m. Every Wednesday. Skate starts and ends at Waterboyz, 380 N. 9th Ave. waterboyz.com YOGA FLOW 6-7 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org SUSHI 101 HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS 6-8

artelgallery.com TOUCH...DON'T TOUCH On view

through Oct. 19. Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox. artelgallery.com

SUNFLOWERS AND THE NATURE OF BEING On view through

Oct. 19. Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox. artelgallery.com EVERYTHING THAT SOUNDS IN THE FOREST: CONTEMPORARY ART OF PERUVIAN AMAZON

On view through Oct. 21. Pensacola Museum, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org CULTURAL COMMODITIES: THE TRANSFORMATION OF AFRICAN SPIRITUAL OBJECTS On

view through Oct. 27. The Art Gallery at UWF, 11000 University Parkway.

ICONS OF PENSACOLA On view through

Oct. 31. T.T. Wen-

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p.m. $64.50. So Gourmet, 407-D S. Palafox. sogourmet.com SWING DANCE CLASSES AND PARTY 6:30-10 p.m. $10 lesson, $5 party. Professional West Coast swing instruction for all levels followed by fun and friendly social dancing on the best wood dance floor in the area. No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com MEDITATION 7:15-8:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org FREE DANCE LESSONS 8-8:30 p.m. Free. Beginner West Coast swing dance lesson. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola S. Blvd. dancecraftfl.com tworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, 330 S. Jefferson St. historicpensacola.org ART AMONG FRIENDS On view

through Nov. 12.

The Wright Place, 6 E. Wright St. STONE'S THROW: ON BORDERS, BOUNDARIES, AND THE BEYOND On view

through Jan. 11.

Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensaco-

lamuseum.org PUNKSACOLA: REFLECTIONS OF A SUBCULTURE On

view through July 2019. T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, 330 S. Jefferson St. historicpensacola.org COTTON FIELDS TO CONGRESS: THE LIFE AND CAREER OF EARL HUTTO On view at

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"We hear stories about dirty Santa pumpkin gifts, the display on the living room table and the collection on the mantle," Novota said. "It's become a great bonding time for our friends and family too, something we all look forward to participating in and seeing just how happy customers are to find the 'perfect pumpkin.'"

While the Pumpkin Party typically falls in October, Novota said his customers sometimes opt to leave their glass pumpkins on display all year round—something you can't do with the real deal.

The pumpkins are unique works of art.

No two are the same, varying in size, shape and color. Designs start at $20. You can peruse the patch as Novota and his brother do live glass blowing demonstrations.

Novota said he does have favorites among his creations, but he doesn't mind sharing.

"We name (the favorites) on the price tags if they really remind us of something specific," he said. "Those are always fun to see who gets them and notices the name. It is a little game the staff plays as they all name at least one and we get to see who finds it."

And if you're looking for other holiday decorations, Strong Street Studio has you covered. During the winter months, you can find glass Christmas trees, Santas and more.

"We never really stop," he told Inweekly.

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Even if it doesn't quite feel like it yet, it's fall. And it's time to start decorating accordingly.

You could opt for a real, live pumpkin. And then let it sit on your front porch way past Christmas. Or you can pick a handcrafted glass pumpkin that doesn't require any carving.

The Strong Street Studio Annual Pumpkin Party is celebrating its 12th year. The event gets "bigger and better" every year, said glass artist Scott Novota.

"When a close friend first asked for a glass pumpkin, I had no idea it would ever take off quite so much," Novota said. "What started off as friends and family in the backyard has turned into hundreds of people, some traveling to get here every year."

Strong Street Studio is a family-run business owned by Novota. His brother, Ryan, is the shop technician and assistant glass blower, and his wife, Molli, WHEN: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, and runs the business end.

Sunday, Oct. 7 Each year, there are the WHERE: Strong Street Studio, 109 N. A St. repeat customers who return for COST: Free admission, pumpkins start at $20 their annual glass pumpkin. They DETAILS: facebook.com/strongstreetstudio become part of the Strong Street Studio extended family in a way.

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Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays. Featuring local artists. To be featured, contact Angel at 941-7354586 or call the restaurant at 4770035. TGI Fridays, 1240 Airport Blvd.

≥Workshops & Classes

POTTERY ON THE WHEEL Six-week

workshops are held October 4, 2018

Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-noon, Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for non-members. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY ON THE WHEEL Every Mon-

day from 6-8:30

p.m. at First City Art Center. Classes are $40. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

CLAY HAND BUILDING Six-week

workshops are held Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center. Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for nonmembers. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

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CLAY SCULPTURE

Six-week workshops held Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center.

Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for non-members.

For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

≥Call for Art

DOCUFLORIDA II: PROJECTIONS AND PRINTS Established,

emerging and nascent artists and

Thank you for nominating me for so many amazing awards this year!

It has been an incredible journey serving so many organizations this past year. My adventures with many of the amazing people in this community will be treasured for years to come. Honestly, I am most humbled by all of the love I have received from each of you in Pensacola. Every volunteer effort has inspired me, taught me, challenged me and helped me grow into the leader I am today.

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calendar photographers are invited to submit their digital image files to the DocuFlorida II: Projections and Prints Open Call For Artists. All open call images selected for exhibition will be digitally projected, and may include video, digitally-captured images and scanned images from film.

Submissions should address the environment in the rural and/ or urban landscapes of the region. Submission fee is $10 for Pensacola Museum of Art members and $20 for nonmembers. Send file links to pmoasubmissions@gmail.com

by Oct. 14. Limit to three submissions.

For more information and specific guidelines, visit pensacolamuseum.org. ​

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CUBED LUMINOUS

The Pensacola Museum of Art is accepting art submissions for silent digital works to CUBED Luminous, a four day and night outdoor digital art festival consisting of one 18-foot tall LED mega cube and four 8-foot by 8-foot cubes with 16 laser projectors. Digital works include video shorts, short animations, animated GIFs, split depth GIFs, perfect loops, cinemagraphs and digital stills.

CUBED Luminous will take place at the University of West Florida Historic Trust Museum Plaza in downtown Pensacola, Florida on the closing weekend of Foo Foo Fest, Nov. 8-11, 2018.

Open Call Artists are eligible to submit up to three silent digital works through Oct. 5.

Artists are encouraged to respond to the theme of liveness and luminosity.

Juried artists' work will also be shown on the Pensacola Museum of Art website as part of the festival archive. Works may be on view in day and nighttime hours.

For more information, visit pensacolamuseum.org ARTFIELDS ArtFields, an event in Lake City, S.C., is accepting art submissions from 12 different states, including Florida. Up to 400 artists will be invited to exhibit to compete in ArtFields 2019 for awards and cash prizes. The event will be held from April 26 through May 4. Submissions are open through Nov. 5. Selected artists will be notified in December. For more

information and to submit artwork, visit artfieldssc.org.

Bars & Nightlife

≥Live Music

THURSDAY 10.4 JOHN RIPLEY 6-9

p.m. Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox PENSACOLA BEACH SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL 6 p.m.

Paradise Bar & Grill, 21 Via de Luna Drive. paradisebargrill.com RONNIE LEVINE

6-10 p.m. Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes.com COLM KELLY 6 p.m.

McGuire's Irish Pub, 600 E. Gregory St. mcguiresirishpub.com AL MARTIN 6:30 p.m. Doc's Courtyard and Cafe, 5198 Willing St., Milton.

OPEN COLLEGE JAM WITH MIKE BOCCIA

7:30 p.m. Goat Lips Chew and Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

DUELING PIANOS 8 p.m. Rosie O' Grady's Dueling Piano Show.

Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com OPEN MIC/JAM

8-11 p.m. Goat Lips Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road. Use our instruments or bring your own.

LIVE MUSIC 8 p.m.

Sandshaker Lounge, 731 Pensacola Beach Blvd. sandshaker.com AUGIE AND COMPANY 7 p.m. Hub

Stacey's, 312 E. Government St. hubstaceys.com

PAXTON NORRIS BAND 9 p.m. End O'

the Alley Courtyard, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com

FRIDAY 10.5

LIVE JAZZ WITH JOE OCCHIPINTI Noon.

The Drowsy Poet Coffee Co., 655 Pensacola Beach Blvd.

MIKE QUINN 5 p.m.

End O' the Alley Courtyard, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com LIVE MUSIC 6 p.m.

The Deck Bar, 600 S. Barracks St. ADMIRAL'S CLUB PIANO PLAYER 6

p.m. The District Steakhouse, 123 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com LIVE MUSIC 6-9 p.m. V. Paul's Italian Ristorante, 29 S. Palafox. vpauls.com PENSACOLA BEACH SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL 6 p.m.

Paradise Bar & Grill, 21 Via de Luna Drive. paradisebargrill.com

REGGIE STARRETT

6-10 p.m. Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes.com COLM KELLY 6 p.m.

McGuire's Irish Pub, 600 E. Gregory St. mcguiresirishpub.com AL MARTIN 6:30 p.m. Doc's Courtyard and Cafe, 5198 Willing St., Milton.

JOHN RIPLEY 7-10 p.m. Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox LIVE MUSIC 7:30 p.m.

Swan Neck Meadery, 2115 W. Nine Mile Road. swanneckwinery.com MIKE BOCCIA 7:45 p.m. Goat Lips Chew and Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

CURT BOL JAZZ QUARTET 8-11 p.m.

Jazz and Flow Cafe, 4238 W. Fairfield Drive.

DUELING PIANOS

8 p.m. Rosie O' Grady's Dueling Piano Show. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com MIKE & FRIENDS 8 p.m.-midnight. Goat Lips Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

JAY WILLIAMS BAND 8:30 p.m.

Hub Stacey's 312 E. Government St. hubstaceys.com LIVE MUSIC 9 p.m.

Sandshaker Lounge, 731 Pensacola Beach Blvd. sandshaker.com THE RED FIELD 9 p.m. Lili Marlene's, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com JOHN HART 9 p.m.

End O' the Alley, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com

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news of the weird FAMILY VALUES Laurence Mitchell, 53, gets this week's Most Helpful Dad award for graciously driving his 15-year-old son and the son's girlfriend, also 15, to a Port St. Lucie, Florida, park on Sept. 6 so they could "do their thang," as Mitchell described it. The Smoking Gun reported that when Port St. Lucie police officer Clayton Baldwin approached Mitchell's car around 11:30 p.m., after the park had closed, Mitchell told him the kids "aren't out there stealing, they are just having sex. They could be out there doing worse." When the teenagers returned from the nearby soccer field, Mitchell's son told the officer they were "just smokin' and f—-in'." Mitchell was charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, a misdemeanor.

COMPELLING EXPLANATIONS While shopping at a Peoria, Illinois, Walmart on Sept. 20, an unnamed 30-year-old woman filled her cart but also added a few items to her backpack: leggings, pencils, a quart of oil and a "Jesus Calling" Bible. After she paid for only the items in her cart, a loss prevention officer stopped her before she left the store. Peoria police were summoned, reported the Peoria Journal Star, and the woman explained to them she was hoping the Bible could help her spiritually: "(She) told me that it sounds strange, but she was trying to be more Christian," an officer reported. She was charged with misdemeanor theft.

•After trying repeatedly on Sept. 12 to pull over a Toyota Prius driving with expired tags on I-5 near Marysville, Washington, a Washington State Patrol officer finally caught up to the car at an intersection and verbally instructed the unnamed 42-yearold woman driver to pull over, reported the Everett Daily Herald. "I will not. I drive a Prius," was the woman's reply. The officer then asked her to step out of the vehicle, which she also refused to do, so he forced her out. "I will own your bank account," she told him. "I will own your house." When he asked her name, she responded, "None of your business." Finally, she was arrested for failing to obey instructions, failing to identify herself and obstruction.

NO GOOD DEED Tammie Hedges of Goldsboro, North Carolina, founded the nonprofit Crazy's Claws N Paws in 2013 to help low-income families with vet bills and pet supplies, so it was natural for her to take in 27 animals displaced by Hurricane Florence in September. Hedges treated many of the animals, found in the streets or surrendered by fleeing residents, with antibiotics and painkillers for fleas, cuts and other ailments. For that, The Washington Post reported, she was arrested on Sept. 21 for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, after an official from Wayne County Animal Services visited the

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warehouse where the animals were housed.

Kathie Davidson, a volunteer with Claws N Paws, said: "If she hadn't done what she did, then they'll be charging her with animal neglect and cruelty. What was she supposed to do?" Hedges was released on bond, and the charges were later dropped.

WAIT, WHAT? An unnamed 26-year-old British woman appeared at Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria Hospital emergency room in Mojon de Arona, Tenerife, in the Canary Islands on Sept. 15 with extreme pain in her groin area. El Pais reported the doctor who examined her was surprised to find a dead, immature Chinese pond turtle lodged in her vagina. The woman told police she had attended a beach party the night before but could not remember what happened. (Given that the freshwater species is sold in pet shops, it's not likely that it got there by accident.) Police suspect she may have been the victim of a sexual assault, but she chose not to file a complaint.

PEOPLE WITH ISSUES In what the Porter County (Indiana) coroner later called "a blatant disregard for human life," two men posted a video of themselves "horseplaying" with a third man, 21-year-old Kyle Kearby, who was slumped over, suffering from an apparent drug overdose, on Sept. 9. The video shows one man tying cords to Kearby's hands and manipulating his arms like a puppet, and the other pumping Kearby's chest and moving his mouth while singing "You've Got a Friend in Me." Kearby's father told The Times his son returned home about 5:30 a.m. and went to bed, but later discovered him not breathing and covered with vomit. He died at a hospital. Porter County Sheriff Dave Reynolds said he does not suspect foul play.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CLUE? Romance novelist Nancy Crampton Brophy, 68, was arrested on Sept. 5 on charges of murdering her husband, Daniel Brophy, 63, in Portland, Oregon, after apparently following her own advice, written in a 2011 essay titled "How to Murder Your Husband." In the essay, Crampton Brophy suggests that hiring a hit man is "never a good idea" and poison is traceable. Instead, reported The Oregonian, she allegedly shot her husband on June 2 at the Oregon Culinary Institute where Daniel was a beloved chef. Police did not release a motive, and a neighbor said Crampton Brophy "never showed any signs of being upset or sad." On Sept. 17, she pleaded not guilty in Multnomah County Circuit Court, and her trial is set for Oct. 26. {in}

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