Carter County Readers' Choice 2020

Congratulations to

CARTER COUNTY READERS’ CHOICE 2020

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Congratulations to the BEST! Every year our newspaper and online readers have the privilege of voting for the best establishments in Elizabethton and Carter County. Please join us in congratulating the Carter County area business leaders listed that have been voted the BEST of Carter County 2020.

Success can be measured in many ways, but there is no higher civic honor than having your community recognize you as being the best. You have risen to the top through hard work, offering superior products and/or services, and exceptional customer service. You are all to be commended for achieving this honor and rising to the top!

TABLE OF CONTENTS 21 & Up 5 Outdoors, Recreation & Hobbies

8 Community 9 Auto Sales & Service

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The Johnson City Press would also like to extend our thanks to our readers – both print and online – for their enormous participation.

Community involvement is the cornerstone of these prestigious awards, and we truly thank each voter for their commitment and vested participation in the selection process.

Congratulations again from your daily newspaper, Johnson City Press; www.johnsoncitypress.com, the area’s most robust source of local news; and the Net360, the regions leading digital agency.

All About Pets 11 Health & Wellness

14 Food & Dining 16 Home, Farm & Garden 20 Retail & Shopping 21 Services

23 Fitness & Beauty 23

204 W. Main, Johnson City, TN 37605 423-929-3111 Publisher Rick Thomason rthomason@johnsoncitypress.com Multi-Media Account Executives Jana Wells, Lora McCoy, Laura Kilgore, Paula Patton Connie Guinn, David Hyde

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THIS IS HOME

Carter County—it’s the breathtaking views from Roan Mountain, the historical spirit of downtown Elizabethton, the summer playground of Watauga Lake, and everything in-between.

This community is our pride and joy, and we know it’s yours, too. Thank you for choosing us as the Reader’s Choice, Best Bank for 2020! We’re proud to call Carter County home.

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Carter County History and Culture By: Serina Marshall Established in 1799, Carter County is rich in history and plenty of stories to tell. Named for Landon Carter, Carter County offers spectacular scenery, community and culture. Landon Carter was married to Elizabeth Carter, and they had a wonderful love story to tell in itself. Landon thought she was so incredibly special, he once told her that she should have a town named after her; and that he did. The city of Elizabethton was named after Elizabeth Carter so she could remain a part of Landon and his legacy forever.

One key part of the history surrounding Carter County is Watauga Fort. Known as the Wataugans, seventy families resided on the Watauga River in a Fort that was nearly one thousand feet from the valley edge.

This fort was built to provide protection from the Indians and potential war. The Watauga lease was formed with the Cherokee in 1772 for the half acre of land in the Tennessee foothills. However, in 1776 Dragging Canoe, and the British formed an alliance and the Cherokee were provided weapons by the British to invade Fort Watauga. The Cherokee then gave the settlers twenty days to give up their lands or enter attack. In July of 1776, after the settlers not heeding the warning given by the Cherokee, the Cherokee invaded parts of East Tennessee and ended up at the fort. The attack took nearly three hours and the Cherokee attempted to set the fort on fire, to no avail. Eventually, after approximately two weeks, the Cherokee finally lifted the siege and retreated. You can see the emotional retelling of the attack on the Wataugans at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in their annual summer production of “Liberty!”

In addition to the intense history surrounding the Wataugans, there is also much history spread throughout the county. One such piece of history is at Oak Grove Christian Church Cemetery where there is a headstone honoring the memory of those pioneer settlers that lost their lives defending their home and land. The headstone reads, “Buried here in unmarked graves are many pioneer settlers of this community.”

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on July 2nd 1976, two-hundred years after the battle.

In various parts of the town, you will also see many monuments. One such monument is the Veteran’s The John and Landon Carter Mansion has stood at this original location since it was built Monument, which is a replica between 1775 and 1780 on what is now named the Broad Street Extension. of the Statue of Liberty with a fence and names of Carter County Servicemen. Construction began in 1912 and was completely in 1913. This monument represents the past, present, future and freedom. These stories are needed to be told to tell of the brave, courageous and honorable persons that served our country.

This city landmark stands with pride. Another display is The Monument, which can be found in the middle of Main Street. This monument stands for those that were killed in war, who sacrificed their lives for the better of the people. The Milestone Boulder is another part of history that is found at the Carter County Courthouse. This marks where the Watauga Association formed in 1772. Carter County is Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park the first place west of the Alleghenies where Sycamore Shoals Native American Festival. Also held men formed a compact for a civil government. annually in June at Sycamore Shoals State Historic It was so formed by twelve commissioners.

Park. The festival is two days and features award Under the Sycamore Tree in 1772, the first court west winning dancers, storytellers, artists and scholars of the Alleghenies was held. This proud tree was found who share knowledge and demonstrate their skills. on what is now Riverside Drive. However, on June 14th The emphasis is on Cherokee culture and most of 1988, the Sycamore Tree was taken down and at that the activities are held at Fort Watauga (weather time was estimated to be over 216 years old. Part of depending). Within the center of the Fort, you will find a the trunk is preserved under a shelter across the street dance circle, drum circles and flute music. You can also near the Covered Bridge. take part in traditional arts and crafts and hear stories and legends. Inspiring and informative Native culture The Covered Bridge is 134 feet and extends over the will be shared with the visitors.

Doe River. Constructed in 1882, the bridge has become a staple of the town, even holding its own Celebration.

These are only a few parts of the history and culture The Elizabethton Covered Bridge Celebration is held surrounding Carter County and Elizabethton. By taking annually every June at the Covered Bridge Park. part in any one of them, you will find yourself immersed Included in the festivities is live entertainment, in the past and ultimately gain an understanding for crafts, food, children’s activities, and fireworks. The where we came from.

Celebration goes for four days in historic downtown.

Another festival you can attend in Carter County is the

21 & UP! BAR

SPORTS BAR

VAPOR STORE

Riverside Taphouse Winner

Applebee’s Grill + Bar

Winner

Rocky Top Vapor

Winner

Jiggy Rays Downtown Pizzeria

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

Runner Up

Laughing Kat Vapors

Runner Up

Runner Up

HAPPY HOUR

TAPHOUSE

WINE & LIQUOR STORE

Applebee’s Grill + Bar

Winner

Riverside Taphouse Winner

Riverside Taphouse

Runner Up

The Station at 19E

PLACE TO BUY BEER

Runner Up

Doe River Wine and Spirits, LLC Winner Captain Jacks Store

Runner Up

TOBACCO STORE

Food City Winner

Hampton Bait Shop

Winner

Riverside Taphouse

Discount Tobacco

Runner Up

Runner Up

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The Coffee Company is a family owned specialty coffee shop and full service restaurant located in the heart of downtown Elizabethton, TN.

The Coffee Company By: Serina Marshall

We’re Worth the

Drive We want to Thank our Loyal Customers for Voting for us.

We appreciate each one and have been striving to grow quality plants for 50 Years.

Vest’s Greenhouse 458 Laurels Rd, Johnson City • 423-926-0946

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Along Elk Avenue in downtown Elizabethton, sits a quaint and renewed coffee shop. The Coffee Company has been in business for twenty-two years and was formally owned by John and Lisa Bunn. Recently, Frankie and Travis Bailey took over the space and made it theirs. The Baileys rebranded the already popular Coffee Company and began moving it forward. The experience and feelings once you step in the doors onto the beautiful wood floors is one you cannot find at any brick and mortar stand alone building. This company is organic and authentic.

One word to describe this company is “character”. Throughout the building, you will find remnants of its past life as a clothing store many years ago.

From the glass counters in the dining room that were once used as display cases, to the aged wood floors and the refurbished shelving; history percolates through the building as much as the coffee does being made. “The space has become a home away from home for the community” says Frankie “We pride ourselves on excellence. It is handcrafted coffee with love.” One special feature provided is latte work done right on top of the latte you order.

This adds character to your beverage, as

much as the modernized history adds character to the company. Previous owner John Bunn still provides the coffee for The Coffee Company. Doe River Roasters is right down the road and actually started within The Coffee Company itself. “John actually roasted the coffee right here in this space” explains Frankie “And he still provides it for the company.” If you are looking for coffee in other ways besides in a mug, you can also buy their coffee by the pound in decaffeinated, regular or flavored varieties.

Not only does the coffee company serve coffee, but they also provide desserts, pastries and lunch; including their popular Reuben sandwich alongside a soup or salad. “All our food is fresh and we also offer organic and gluten free varieties” Frankie adds, “We have quality service and quality food.

Our staff is also cross trained from barista to server to provide any need.”

Lunch is served from 11am-3pm and also has a seasonal menu for every account. They also provide space for parties and events. If you are looking for a delicious lunch and a coffee made with love, The Coffee Company is the place for you.

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OUTDOORS, RECREATION & HOBBIES CAMPGROUND Roan Mountain State Park

Winner

Watauga Dam Campground

Runner Up

FAMILY ADVENTURE Elizabethton Escape Escape Room

Winner

Off the Grid Mountain Adventures

Runner Up

FIREARMS STORE Tri Cities Gun Depot

Winner

Barnett’s Guns and Indoor Range

Runner Up

MARINA Fish Springs Marina

Winner

Lakeshore Marina

Runner Up

SPORTING GOODS STORE Tri Cities Gun Depot

Winner

Barnett’s Guns and Indoor Range

Runner Up

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Isaiah 117 House By: Serina Marshall

Behind a red door, you will find one of the most welcoming and loving places you could ever hope to experience. The Isaiah 117 House in Elizabethton offers a safe haven for children that have just been removed from their homes by DCS for various reasons. The purpose of this incredible house is to be a place where a child can come on transition day to play, make slime, order pizza and just be a kid on one of the most life changing days they will encounter.

homes, birthday and Christmas gifts, Girl Scouts, youth groups, and baseball teams throughout the community. One little girl raised $200 on her own for a Barbie camper. Through the love and selflessness of the town of Elizabethton, in just one year, Ronda Paulson was able to pay cash for the home.

Everything was fully paid for; $90,000 in renovations, $13,000 for the backyard, Cannons gave $16,000 in free furniture, all closets and cabinets filled with clothing and food and the local fire department made a themed firefighter boys room. It was all fully funded and they had $75,000 in the bank; debt free.

The idea for the Isaiah 117 House came to the mind of Ronda Paulson as her and her husband were attending classes for foster parents in 2014. “For the child, they leave everything they have known on On June 19th 2018, the Isaiah 117 House officially the day of removal and are brought to a sterile office opened its doors. Thanks to the vision of Paulson within DCS” says Paulson, “But the DCS caseworkers and the acts of love and kindness by the community, do a wonderful job making the transition as easy as children would now be able to come straight to the possible for the child and let them know that they house for a few hours after being removed to bathe, are not in trouble.” The goal is to move the children snack, rest, play and most importantly, process what in transition into a more was happening. The DCS welcoming environment. workers too could come to Even though the DCS the house to have a place workers try really hard to to get their paperwork done make it an easy transition, while sipping coffee and it is still an office space and the volunteers of the house the children feel better in a would love on the children different space. In 2015, the in the meantime. Through Paulson’s received their first word of mouth and visibility, foster placement by way of the Isaiah 117 House is a little nine-month old boy now expanding throughout named Isaiah. He became Tennessee. They will be the inspiration for the name creating awareness for the of the house, along with the Isaiah 117 House provides physical and emotional first six months and then in a safe and loving home for children awaiting Bible verse Isaiah 1:17 which support receiving children of their foster care placement. reads, “Take up the cause of own to be loved on and the fatherless.” Both of these specific reasons lined up cared for during a very difficult transition period. Now, to become what would be one of the greatest things children will have the opportunity to feel they have to happen to the Paulson’s, Isaiah, Elizabethton and done nothing wrong, that they are still loved, cared for hundreds of children. and seen.

In January of 2017, Paulson began asking herself how to start a non-profit. She researched for the cause, and that same year, the dream took shape in the form of an actual house. Paulson found that she needed $75,000 for her dream and began talking to anyone that would listen about the non-profit idea.

She asked the community, “What if we had a home for these children to come to?” and the community rallied around her and sprang into action to help raise the money needed. $7000 was raised in lemonade stands alone. More funds were raised by car shows, nursing

National Adoption Day is November 17th, and on that day in 2018, the Paulson’s adopted Isaiah’s full brother Eli as well at the age of three weeks.

Altogether, the Paulson’s have four wonderful children; Sophie (16), Mac (13), Isaiah (4) and Eli (2). Because of Paulson and her incredible heart and spirit, more children like Isaiah and Eli will be given a second chance at family, love, childhood and a future. “Every Isaiah 117 House that opens will have a red door,” says Paulson. And we know that every child that walks through that door will be the luckiest kid there is.

COMMUNITY AFTER SCHOOL CARE

HIGH SCHOOL BAND

MUSIC VENUE

Boys & Girls Club of America Winner

Elizabethton High School - Betsy Band

Winner

Carter Cares After School

Hampton High School

Runner Up

Runner Up

DANCE STUDIO Winner

East Tennessee Ballet Academy Runner Up

DAY CARE FACILITY

Covered Bridge Festival Back To School Bash @ Harmony Freewill Baptist

Winner

Runner Up

Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church

Runner Up

LOCAL NON-PROFIT

SUMMER CAMP Winner

First United Methodist Church

Recovery Soldier Ministries

Runner Up

State Line Drive-In Movie Theater Elizabethton Escape Escape Room

Winner Runner Up

Runner Up

Winner

Isaiah 117 House

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

Covered Bridge Park

Harmony Free Will Baptist Church

East Side Day Care & Learning Winner Runner Up

Winner

PLACE TO WORSHIP

LOCAL EVENT

Watts Dance Studio LLC

Jiggy Ray’s Pizzeria

MAIN STREET ACTIVITY Evenings on Elk

Winner

Covered Bridge Festival

Runner Up

Doe River Gorge Ministries, Inc.

Winner

Camp Ta-Pa-Win-Go

Runner Up

TOURIST ATTRACTION Roan Mountain State Park

Winner

Watauga Lake

Runner Up

The Elizabethton Covered Bridge over the Doe River.

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AUTO SALES & SERVICE AUTO COLLISION REPAIR

ALL ABOUT PETS

OIL CHANGE

KENNELS

Elizabethton Collision Center LLC Winner

Hayworth Tire & Auto Service

Winner

Jeff’s Paint & Body Shop

Valvoline Express Care

Runner Up

Runner Up

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE Hayworth Tire & Auto Service

TIRE STORE Winner

R&M Automotive - Rick Nidiffer Runner Up

CAR WASH Ultimate Shine Car Wash

CP’s Auto Detailing and Cleaning Runner Up

Winner

Birchfield Tire & Recapping

Runner Up

NEW CAR DEALERSHIP

Stout’s Riverside Auto Center Winner Elk Avenue Auto Brokers

Winner

American K9 Grooming & Boarding

Runner Up

PET FRIENDLY BUSINESS

Hayworth Tire & Auto Service

USED CAR DEALERSHIP Winner

Silver Clipper Pet Grooming & Boarding

Runner Up

Tractor Supply Winner Farm Supply Runner Up

PET GROOMER Elizabethton Veterinary Clinic Winner Precious Paws Pet Grooming

Runner Up

VETERINARY CLINIC

Grindstaff Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

Winner

Elizabethton Veterinary Clinic Winner

Grindstaff Ford

Runner Up

Pinecrest Veterinary Clinic

The Carter County Car Show.

Runner Up

Comet with Jenna Miller on Roan Mountain.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY Sycamore Springs Senior Living Community Winner Ivy Hall

Runner Up

HEARING AID COMPANY

PHARMACY

Nu Hearing Center

Winner

A+ Livingston Hearing Aid Services

Runner Up

Amedisys Home Health Care Winner

Dr. Heather Kistner AuD, CCC-A

Winner

A+ Livingston Hearing Aid Services

Runner Up

CHIROPRACTOR Downtown Chiropractic, Robbie Gorby, DC

Winner

Dr. Howard Dennis, D.C.

Runner Up

DENTIST Dr. Jack L. Holly DDS

Winner

Appalachian Family Dentistry

Runner Up

Silver Angels

Winner

Food City Pharmacy

Runner Up

PHYSICAL THERAPY

HOME CARE AGENCY

AUDIOLOGIST

Burgie Drug Store

Runner Up

MASSAGE THERAPIST TLC Massage

Winner

Luster Massage Therapy

Runner Up

Physical Therapy Services

Winner

CORA Physical Therapy Elizabethton Runner Up

PRIMARY CARE Medical Care

Winner

Davenport Michelle L MD

Runner Up

NURSING HOME Ivy Hall Nursing Home

Winner

Hillview Health Center

Runner Up

OPTICAL CENTER

RETIREMENT FACILITY Sycamore Springs Senior Living Community

Winner

Ivy Hall Nursing Home

Runner Up

Dr. Tammy Holsclaw-Jones Winner Mills Optometric: Mills David H OD

EYE CARE CENTER Mills Optometric Associates Dr. Mills & Dr. Pumphrey

Winner

Family Eyecare Center

Runner Up

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Runner Up

PEDIATRICIAN Riverside Pediatrics

Winner

Medical Care, PLLC

Runner Up

WALK-IN CLINIC Medical Care

Winner

Ballad Health Medical Associates Urgent Care – Elizabethton Runner Up

Grant’s Construction

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FOOD & DINING ASIAN RESTAURANT Hunan Chinese Restaurant

CARRY OUT Winner

Red Chili Runner Up

BAKERY Simply Elegant Bakery

Winner

Smoky Mountain Bakers

Runner Up

BARBECUE Ridgewood Barbecue

Winner

Big Dan’s BBQ

Runner Up

BUFFET Pizza Inn Winner Jiggy Rays Downtown Pizzeria

Runner Up

BURGER Sycamore Drive-In

Runner Up

Winner

J’s Corner

Runner Up

City Market Winner Runner Up

Runner Up

J’s Corner Winner

Winner

City Market Runner Up

Southern Cafe

Runner Up

CHICKEN WINGS

GROCERY STORE

J’s Corner Winner

Food City Winner

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

Ingles Market

Runner Up

COUNTRY COOKING / FAMILY STYLE RESTAURANT Wayne & Nancy Family Restaurant Winner Runner Up

DELI

Runner Up

HOT DOG Sammons Hot Dogs

Winner

Simple Blessings General Store Runner Up

ICE CREAM / FROZEN YOGURT Sweetsie Treatz

Winner

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

Runner Up

Winner

City Market Runner Up

DESSERT City Market Runner Up

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Ridgewood Barbecue

Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits

Sweetsie Treatz Winner

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J’s Corner Winner

FRIED CHICKEN

CATERER

Blue Circle Market Poor Trav’s Deli

BUSINESS LUNCH The Coffee Company

Blue Circle Market Poor Trav’s Deli

Shirley’s Home Cooking

J’s Corner Winner

FRENCH FRIES

LOCAL DRIVE-THRU Barker’s Drive-Thru

Winner

Sammons Hot Dogs

Runner Up

FOOD & DINING LOCAL PRODUCE STAND Farmer John’s Produce

Winner

Downtown Elizabethton Farmers Market

Runner Up

MEATS/ BUTCHER SHOP H & H Market

Winner

Jim’s Meat Market

Runner Up

MEXICAN RESTAURANT El Charolais De Elizabethton Winner Amigo Mexican Restaurant

Runner Up

NEW EATERY Cook Out Winner Simply Elegant Bakery

Runner Up

PIZZA PLACE Jiggy Rays Downtown Pizzeria

Winner

Greg’s Pizza

Runner Up

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Mayflower Seafood Restaurant Winner Captain’s Table

Runner Up

TLC Community Center By: Serina Marshall

For twenty years, the TLC Community Center in Elizabethton has provided programs for those in need.

In the last seventeen years, these amazing volunteers have been serving three meals per day to four hundred and twenty-five children in Carter County/Elizabethton and two meals per day for two hundred and sixty children in Bristol Tennessee and Bristol Virginia through their summer food program. Emergency food is also kept at the center for DCS or people in need that may call and request help.

years. You earn “mommy money” or “daddy dollars” to “buy” market items by going to work or other various opportunities. The mart has clothing, bottles, toys, diapers, wipes, pacifiers; anything a parent would need to take care of their child. There is also a beauty shop inside the center where volunteer hairstylists do hair for free. There are so many ways to take care of yourself and your child.

The Center can also help parents with special needs children, including those with autism. The Center is sensory friendly and is adorned with wall paintings of various landmarks in Elizabethton, as well as actually standing replicas of the Covered Bridge and Monument. “Through these different sites, the children can get used to the town without the noises and people that can send them into sensory overload” points out Odom. There is also a TLC Town that children can venture into that includes miniature versions of a house, school, diner, church, vet office and grocery store. Sensory logo stickers are places on restaurants throughout Elizabethton to help with those sensory friendly needs of families and children.

The food process started by volunteers giving out sandwiches on the corner and it was a huge success. “The summer food program began by kids inside the schools talking about needing food” says Angie Odom of TLC, “After that, the program just happened.” Elizabethton isn’t the only city doing the summer food program. Bristol was added four years ago and is currently serving anywhere from two hundred and fifty to three hundred children with two meals per day. Another food program is “Food for the Multitude” where five churches in the area rotate Saturdays beginning at 9am and cook hot meals for anyone that may need The Center has a full-size it. “The food is carry-out, kitchen that is stocked full of so anyone can come and food and preparation items. get something to eat” says For twenty years, the TLC Community Center in The Center itself can also Elizabethton has provided programs for those in need.

Odom, “There are no fees be used for birthday parties, at Food for the Multitude. fundraisers and meetings; as it has thirteen banquet Food programs are not the only services offered by the TLC Community Center. “We are the grand central of finding places for people to get help” explains Odom, “We offer direction and guidance on a case by case basis.” The TLC Center started in an old hospital as a crisis/pregnancy center for those who needed it. “We help through all stages, abortion to birth, with feeding and clothing” Odom states. The Center also assists with those parents who may be on drugs with HUGS, which is a health partner. There is also mentoring for private adoption. Inside the TLC Community Center, you will find anything one may need to get through tough times as a parent.

There is a mommy mart, which is much like a little consignment shop, that has been running for twenty

tables and you pay by donation. The TLC Community Center has no federal or state funding and is always accepting donations by way of monetary, food, baby items, clothing, toys or time. Next door, there is a free daycare as well called Telemon, that can be utilized by those who may need it. The age range is six weeks to three years and they provide free diapers and food.

The TLC Center also has a program called Bundles of Love, that occurs in the Fall. During this time, they provide hygiene products, hats, gloves, school supplies and non-perishable food items. The TLC Center is a wonderful place for anyone that may need a little extra help, support and love. Every day, they bring hope to many different lives and situations; and they don’t plan to stop anytime soon.

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HOME, FARM & GARDEN APARTMENT LIVING

HANDYMAN SERVICE

River View Townhomes

Winner

Mountain Hollow Apartments

Runner Up

Ben’s Painting & Handyman Hampton, TN

PEST CONTROL Winner

Monkey’s Professional Cleaning Runner Up

CARPET & FLOOR COVERING Big John’s Closeouts

Winner

Volunteer Floor Covering

Runner Up

CARPET CLEANERS Stacy’s Carpet Steam Cleaning Winner Kelly’s Professional Carpet

Runner Up

ELECTRICIAN Jarfly Dugger

Winner

Kiser Electric

Runner Up

FARM SUPPLY STORE Farm Supply

Winner

Plumber’s Hardware

Runner Up

Vests Greenhouse

Runner Up

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McClain’s Pest Control

Winner

Shaffer Pest Control

Runner Up

PLUMBER

HEATING & AIR SERVICE Highland Heating and Cooling

Winner

Tropical Heating & Air

Runner Up

Cornett Service Group

Winner

Tri-Cities Plumbing Solutions & Repair

Runner Up

HOME BUILDER Grant’s Construction

Winner

Three Arrows, LLC

Runner Up

LANDSCAPE & LAWNCARE Mills Greenhouse & Landscape.

Winner

Honey Do Elizabethton TN

Runner Up

POOL & SPA Neptune Pools Rustic River - Pool, Spa, Outdoor Living

Runner Up

TREE TRIMMER SERVICE The Tree Trimmer

MORTGAGE LENDER

Winner

Winner

Johnson’s Tree Services

Northeast Community Credit Union

Winner

Carter County Bank

Runner Up

& Landscaping

Runner Up

RETAIL & SHOPPING ANTIQUE STORE

CUSTOM ARTWORK

JEWELRY STORE

Duck Crossing Antique Mall Winner

The Crafty Baker

Winner

Corner Nest Antique Mall

Blue River Studio LLC

Runner Up

Runner Up

ATHLETIC CLOTHING

CUSTOM SHIRT SUPPLIER

Brumit Sport Shop

Winner

Brumit Sport Shop

Burkes Outlet

Runner Up

Atomic Screen Printing & Design Runner Up

BABY & CHILDREN STORE Simple Blessings General Store

Winner

Baby-Go-Round

Runner Up

My Pharm Lingerfelt Drug and Gift Center

Winner

MAKERS MARKET Building 520

Winner

Fletcher’s Homemade

Runner Up

MATTRESS & BEDDING STORE

DEPARTMENT STORE Factory Connection

Winner

Burkes Outlet

Runner Up

Ritchie’s Furniture & Appliance

Winner

Cannon’s Fine Home Furnishings Runner Up

FLORIST

BOUTIQUE Building 520

Winner

Jeweler’s Bench

Winner

Felty Roland Florist & Plant Shop

Winner

Betsy Floral Shop

Runner Up

Runner Up

QUILTING SUPPLIES Fletcher’s Homemade

Winner

Elizabethton Sewing Center

Runner Up

FURNITURE STORE

BRIDAL STORE Dressing Room

Winner

Dynasty Rent-A-Gown & Tux

Runner Up

CONSIGNMENT STORE

Ritchie’s Furniture & Appliance

Winner

Cannon’s Fine Home Furnishings Runner Up

SEWING STORE Elizabethton Sewing Center Winner

SPECIALTY SHOP

GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES

Simple Blessings General Store

Winner

All Star Sports & Crafts

Baby Go Round

Runner Up

Simple Blessings General Store Runner Up

Winner

Simple Blessings General Store

Winner

The Blue Post

Runner Up

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SERVICES AUCTIONEERS

INSURANCE FIRM

Goodwin-Street Auction Company

Winner

Russ Swanay Real Estate, David Collins

Runner Up

HAIR SALON

Farm Bureau Insurance

Winner

Tailored Hair Co.

Winner

State Farm Insurance Agent

Runner Up

Vivacious Tans, Hair and Nails

Runner Up

HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER

LAW FIRM

BANK Carter County Bank

Winner

Citizens Bank

Runner Up

Norris, Bush, & Byrd

Winner

Regina Shepherd Attorney

Runner Up

Northeast Community Credit Union

Winner

Happy Valley Credit Union

Runner Up

EMBROIDEREY COMPANY Campus Chalet Embroidery Winner Winner

FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT FIRM Northeast Community Credit Union

Winner

Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Dustin Jackson

Runner Up

Workout Anytime Winner Star Fitness Runner Up

NAIL SALON

MOVING COMPANY

CREDIT UNION

Doe Valley Printing LLC

FITNESS & BEAUTY

Gentry Moving & Storage

Winner

Bennett’s Moving Services

Runner Up

Polished Nail Salon

Winner

All That Glitters Spa

Runner Up

TANNING NOTARY

Vivacious Tans Winner Caribbean Sun Tanning Salon

Mountain Heritage Realty – Hazel Shipley

Winner

Russ Swanay Real Estate

Runner Up

Runner Up

YOGA STUDIO Yoga Farm Winner

REAL ESTATE FIRM

Cat Cow Yoga Studio

Mountain Heritage Realty

Winner

Russ Swanay Real Estate, David Collins

Runner Up

Runner Up

Veterans Walk Of Honor

STORAGE FACILITY

FUNERAL HOME Memorial Funeral Chapel Inc Winner

Hampton Storage

Tetrick Funeral Home

Universal Storage Solutions

Runner Up

Winner Runner Up CARTER COUNTY READERS’ CHOICE 2020

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