DDC-DeKalb County Finest 2018

Automotive Dining Employment Entertainment/Travel Health & Wellness House & Home Personal Services Pet Care Professional Services Retail Sports & Recreation

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2018 DEKALB COUNTY’S FINEST INDEX OF ADVERTISERS B95 / WDKB-FM............................................... 6

DOUGH BROTHERS PIZZERIA..................... 12

MERRY MAIDS............................................... 20

BLUMEN GARDENS...................................... 15

EGG HAVEN PANCAKES & CAFE............... 14

NORTHERN REHAB...................................... 20

BOCKMAN’S AUTO CARE........................... 18

FAMILY PODIATRY........................................... 8

ROYAL TRAVEL & TOURS............................. 24

C & H PLUMBING............................................ 2

FIRST NATIONAL BANK............................... 16

SCHRAM CHIROPRACTIC.............................. 3

CLAESSON CARPET CLEANING................. 17

GENOA MOTORS......................................... 14

SMITH-DAHLQUIST INC............................... 13

COLLINS DENTAL GROUP............................. 7

GRAND VICTORIAN OF SYCAMORE........... 9

STATE FARM INSURANCE -

CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY... 17

GREEN ACRE CLEANERS............................... 9

DARRELL FOSS, AGENT.......................... 23

CORTLAND ANIMAL HOSPITAL PC........... 11

HAUSER-ROSS EYE INSTITUTE..................... 5

SYCAMORE PARK DISTRICT........................ 19

COURTLAND FLOORING, INC.................... 16

HY-VEE, INC................................................... 15

SYCAMORE PARKWAY RESTAURANT........ 21

CURTIS ORTHODONTICS............................ 17

JUST FOR KIX.................................................. 9

TAXCO RESTAURANT................................... 21

D&D JEWELERS............................................ 19

KISHWAUKEE YMCA..................................... 18

TOM & JERRYS OF SYCAMORE.................. 22

DAVIDSON SERVICES, INC.......................... 10

LEHAN DRUGS.............................................. 23

VISITING ANGELS........................................... 9

DEKALB AREA RETIREMENT CENTER....... 22

LODI TAP HOUSE ........................................... 4

The Staff of C & H Plumbing, Inc Wants to thank our customers for choosing us

The Best Plumber in DeKalb County Celebrating 36 Years!

Our services include: Repair service • Kitchen & bath remodeling New construction • Light commercial • Geothermal Radiant floor heat • Back flow inspections 815.758.4810 | service@CHPlumbing.comcastbiz.net | Chplumbinginc.com SM-CL1563607

IL State Registration #055-000129

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Dr. Theodore F. Paul

BEST CHIROPRACTOR in DeKalb County!

Thank you for voting us The Best Chiropractor 7 years in a row.

We are overjoyed with your continued support. We are devoted to caring for you and your family for many more years.

(815) 756-8691

229 E. Hillcrest Dr. • DeKalb, IL 60115 SchramChiropractic.com

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Electronic Health Records (EHR) Certified

• Back Pain • Headaches • Neck Pain • Vertigo • Sports Injuries • Loss of Sleep • Dizziness • Painful Joints • Shoulder/Arm Pain • Sciatica • Hip/Leg Pain • Cold Hands/Feet • Muscle Spasms • Foot Problems • Numbness/Tingling

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Dr. G. Charles Schram

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Auto Body shop

Car Wash

Oil Change

Best

Best

Best

Hayes Body Shop Inc

Ralph’s Car Wash & Detail Center

Bockman’s Auto Care

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Bockman’s Auto Care Jim’s Body Shop

Genoa Motors Auto Detailing and Auto Accessories Sycamore $3 Express Car Wash

Bill Whites Car Hospital Genoa Motors Auto Repair

Auto Repair Facility

Muffler Shop

Best

Best

Bockman’s Auto Care One of the Best

Bill Whites Car Hospital

Bill Whites Car Hospital Genoa Motors Auto Repair

One of the Best

Bockman’s Auto Care Lovell’s Discount Tire

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Tire Store Best Lovell’s Discount Tire One of the Best

Bill Whites Car Hospital Bockman’s Auto Care

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The Doctors and Staff would like to thank all of our patients for this honor.

• Blade Free Cataract Surgery • Blade Free LASIK • Oculoplastics: including medical and cosmetic eyelid surgery • Diseases of the Vitreous and Retina • Comprehensive Eye Care • Glaucoma Services • Hearing Services by an Audiologist

All employees and doctors are very friendly and helpful. - GR Dr is knowledgeable and willing to answer all questions.

On time. Friendly. - DK

Come see and hear what you’ve been missing!

1630 GATEWAY DRIVE / SYCAMORE, IL 60178 | 815-756-8571 | WWW.HAUSER-ROSS.COM

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Services Include but not limited to:

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DINING

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Banquet Facility

Breakfast

Best

Best

Faranda’s Banquet Center

Egg Haven

One of the Best

One of the Best

Regale Center Blumen Gardens

Eggsclusive Cafe The Pantry Cafe

Bartender/Bar Staff

Burger

Best

Best

Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Pub 64

One of the Best

One of the Best

Pub 64 Yessica Montes de Oca

Portillo’s Hot Dogs Fatty’s

BBQ

Burrito

Best

Best

Slow Smoke BBQ

Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

One of the Best

One of the Best

South Moon BBQ Tom & Jerry’s of Sycamore

Nina’s Tacos Los Panchos Mexican Restaurant

FOR VOTING US

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Catering

Coffee

Donut Shop

Fish Fry

Best

Best

Best

Best

Tom & Jerry’s Restaurant

Shawn’s Cafe

Elleson’s Bakery

Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Hy-Vee Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Starbucks Dunkin’ Donuts

Latsis Bakery Hy-Vee

Kirkland Family Restaurant Moose Lodge

Chicken

Deli

Family Restaurant

Gyros

Best

Best Lothson’s Karry Out One of the Best

Shawn’s Café

Best

Best

Sycamore Parkway Restaurant

Tom & Jerry’s of Sycamore

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Junction Eating Place Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Smoking Grill & Pizzeria Corner Grill

Fine Dining

Hot Dog

Inboden’s Gourmet Meats & Specialty Foods Hy-Vee

KFC Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Chinese Restaurant

Distillery/Brew Pub

Best

Best

Yen Ching Restaurant

The Forge Brewhouse

One of the Best

One of the Best

Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. Lodi Tap House

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Best Portillo’s Hot Dogs

One of the Best

Ellwood Steak and Fish House Sorrento’s Restaurant

One of the Best

Tom & Jerry’s of Sycamore Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

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China House Bea’s Wok N Roll

Best Nat’s On Maple

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Ice Cream

Pizza

Seafood

Sub Sandwich

Best

Best

Best

Best

Ollie’s Frozen Custard

Dough Brothers Pizzeria

Ellwood Steak and Fish House

Subway

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Princess Alex Ice Cream Shop La Michoacana

Pizza Villa Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Nat’s On Maple Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Jersey Mike’s Subs Jimmy John’s

Mexican Food

Ribs

Best

Best

Sports Bar

Sushi

Best

Best

Fatty’s Pub & Grill

Fushi Yami

Taxco Mexican Cuisine

Tom & Jerry’s of Sycamore

One of the Best

One of the Best

Los Panchos Mexican Restaurant Los Rancheros Mexican Restaurant

Portillo’s Hot Dogs Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Mobile Food Truck

Best

Best

Portillo’s Hot Dogs One of the Best

Slow Smoke BBQ Nina’s Tacos

One of the Best

Omi Sushi China House

Steak

Tavern/Pub

Best

Best

Ellwood Steak and Fish House

Pub 64

One of the Best Texas Roadhouse

One of the Best

Salad

Tinez Tacos One of the Best

One of the Best

MVP Sports Bar Smoking Grill & Pizzeria

Smoking Grill & Pizzeria Panera Bread Tom & Jerry’s of Sycamore

Sorrento’s Restaurant

PJ’s Courthouse Tavern Twin Tavern

Dr. Neil B. Levin of Family Podiatry

Winner of the Daily Chronicle Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Podiatrist 7 YEARS IN A ROW!

HEALTHY FEET GO PLACES! 1675 Bethany Rd. Suite B, Sycamore, IL 60178 SM-CL1564481

familypodiatrydoc.com

815-899-2575

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America’s Choice in HomecareŽ

Coolest Place to Work

Most Friendly Staff

Best

Best

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists

One of the Best

One of the Best

Visiting Angels would like to express express our our gratitude to who all who voted gratitude to all voted for us us in DeKalb County’s Finest in the HomeHealth Health “DeKalb County’s Finest Home Care category again this year!

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Bill Whites Car Hospital Great Clips

Bill Whites Car Hospital Bockman’s Auto Care

We have strived to earn your trust and conďŹ dence in the services we provide.

We would like to thank all the caregivers and staff working for Visiting Angels, as they are the ones who have played a major role in earning this award. Each of you are truly appreciated and respected for your contributions.

Employment Agency Best FurstStaffing One of the Best

If you would like to become an Angel, please contact Michelle at our ofďŹ ce.

Manpower

“Activities of Daily Livingâ€? (ADL) ¡ Assistance in Hygiene ¡ Assistance in Dressing ¡ Assistance in Ambulation & Transfers ¡ Hospice Support ¡ Medication Reminders ¡ Light Housekeeping & Laundry ¡ Errands & Shopping ¡ Doctor Visits ¡ Joyful Companionship ¡ Meal Preparation ¡ Respite for Family Caregivers

630 Plaza Drive, Suite #1 ¡

CALL 815-895-1900 TO SCHEDULE A TOUR TODAY!

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Thanks To All Who Voted!

2 DeKalb County Locations to Serve Our Customers DEKALB 1334 E. LINCOLN HIGHWAY 815-758-6623

M - F 7am - 6:00pm Sat 8am - 2pm

SYCAMORE 610 Plaza Drive, Suite 2 815.758.6625

M-F 7am - 6pm • Sat. 8am - 2pm

Please check out our website for monthly specials!

www.greenacrecleaners.com

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815.895.0200

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ENTERTAINMENT & TRAVEL Family Recreation

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Live Entertainment

Best

Best

Best

Kishwaukee Family YMCA

Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra

B95 Dekalb

One of the Best

Sycamore Family Sports Center STAR WORLDS ARCADE

Hotel Best

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Hampton Inn - DeKalb (Near the University) One of the Best

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson

Bowling Alley

Limousine/Livery

Best Mardi Gras Lanes

Best

One of the Best One of the Best

Egyptian Theatre DeKalb Municipal Band Stage Coach Players

Outdoor Beer Garden/ Patio Best Fatty’s Pub & Grill One of the Best

WNIU-FM DeKalb WLBK

Travel Agency Best Magical Moments Vacations

by Jackie One of the Best

Vanessa Fowler Royal Travel & Tours Inc

MVP Sports Bar Prairie State Winery

Blue Sky Limousine Service

One of the Best

Four Seasons Sports

Radio Station

One of the Best

DeKalb-O’hare Limousine NICE TLC Limo

DeKalb County’s Finest Home Builder & Remodeling Services

SERVICES, INC. Done with Davidson, Done with Pride

815.299.4896

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Thank you so much for your continued support!

6 Years Running!

New Homes • Additions • Basements Kitchens • Decks • Baths

DavidsonServicesInc.com

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Acupuncture

Dentist

Health Club/Fitness Center

Hospital

Best

Best

Best

Best

Allergies, Aches & Pains Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center, Ltd.

Collins Dental Group, P.C.

Kishwaukee Family YMCA

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

One of the Best

One of the Best

Bosma Dental Family Dental Care of Sycamore

Sycamore CrossFit Energize Fitness

One of the Best

Heather L. Vandeburg, MSOM LAc diplAc Balance Chiropractic & Wellness Center

Eye Doctor/Vision Best

Home Health Care Provider Best

One of the Best

Delnor Community Hospital: Duarte Carlos MD Advocate Sherman Hospital

Visiting Angels

Hauser-Ross Eye Institute One of the Best

Chiropractor

One of the Best

Best Schram Chiropractic

DeKalb Optometric Advanced Family Eye Care Center

Dr. Saira P. Rana Edward Medical Group Sycamore

One of the Best

Aspen Chiropractic Clinic Stewart Family Chiropractic

Cortland Animal Hospital also provides a variety of veterinary medical services for small animals in DeKalb and surrounding areas.

Call us today to schedule an appointment

815-748-8040

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13669 State Rt 38 • DeKalb IL 60115

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We strive to strengthen the human-animal bond by getting to know each pet and their family.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Massage Therapy

Medical Clinic

Orthodontist

Physical Therapy

Best

Best

Best

Best

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists

New Beginnings Obstetrics and Gynecology

Todd A Curtis Ltd

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists

One of the Best

One of the Best

Collins Dental Group, P.C. Studio One Salon & Spa

Northwestern Medicine Family Podiatry

Collins Dental Group, P.C. Kay Orthodontics

One of the Best

Pharmacy/Drug Store Best

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One of the Best

MOI Physical Therapy Olson & Associates Physical Therapy

Lehan Drugs

Physician

One of the Best

Dr. Saira P. Rana

Walgreens Pharmacy Jewel-Osco Pharmacy

Best One of the Best

Dr. Neil Levin Dr. Dhaval Thakkar

Thank you to all of our customers in DeKalb County!

We are truly honored to receive this award!

We look forward to serving you for many years to come!

We offer specialty pizzas, Cauliflower pizzas, gluten free, beer nuggets, Italian beefs, wings, pasta, salads and more

20 W. Benson Ave. Cortland, IL 60112

(815) 754-0000 SM-CL1564153

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Podiatrist

Women’s Health

Best

Best

Dr. Neil Levin, Family Podiatry

New Beginnings Obstetrics and Gynecology

One of the Best

Shane M. York D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. Jennifer J. Pacaccio, DPM

Retirement Center/ Assisted Living Best Oak Crest One of the Best

Grand Victorian of Sycamore Heritage Woods of DeKalb

One of the Best

Prairie Point Ob/Gyn We Care Pregnancy Clinic

Yoga Best Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists One of the Best

Energize Fitness J’Studio Genoa

Best Heating and Air Conditioning Service!

As a local business, we could not be more proud to accept this honor! Thank you for your support as we continue to provide our customers with the best possible service, tailor made for each individual situation, achieving overall comfort, satisfaction, and dependability.

Call now for a FREE estimate!

Emergency Service Provided 24 a day including Holidays

815-895-5470 *Financing may be available w/approved credit

994 Crosby Ave. Sycamore, IL 60178 www.Dahlquistheating.com Like us on

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Smith-Dahlquist, Inc. would like to thank our local customers for voting us Dekalb County’s 2018

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Appliance Store

Garden Shop/Nursery

Home Improvement Center

Paint/Wallpaper Store

Best

Best

Best

Best

Paulsen Appliance & Electronics

Blumen Gardens

Menards

BJ’s Decorating Center Inc

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Lowe’s Home Improvement Sears Hometown Store

Lloyd Landscaping & Garden Center Lowe’s Garden Center

Lowe’s Home Improvement Lloyd Landscaping & Garden Center

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Delano’s Home Decorating

Home Decor

Lawn & Garden Center

Flooring Store Best Cortland Flooring, Inc.

Best

Best

Hobby Lobby

Lowe’s Garden Center

One of the Best

One of the Best

Old Barn Salvage Delano’s Home Decorating

Lloyd Landscaping & Garden Center Blumen Gardens

One of the Best

B J’s Decorating Center Inc Delano’s Home Decorating

GENOA MOTORS AUTO REPAIR

19.95 OIL CHANGE WITH FREE INSPECTION AND FLUIDS 12/31/2018

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMER LOUNGE BIG SCREEN TV, WIFI, DRINKS, SNACKS AND COMFORTABLE CHAIRS WHILE YOU WAIT. COMPLETE AUTO CARE.

FREE SH SHUTTLE HUTTLE AND COURTESY VEH VEHICLES HICLES

(815) 784-4330 540 W. MAIN ST. • GENOA, IL SM-CL1561633

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HOUSE & HOME-SERVICE H Interior Design

Best

Best

Claesson Carpet Cleaning Inc

Nicole Janes Design

One of the Best

One of the Best

ServiceMaster Restoration and Cleaning by Skip Lynn’s Carpet Cleaners

Old Barn Salvage Delano’s Home Decorating

Handyman Service Best

Janitorial/Home Cleaner Best ServiceMaster Restoration and Cleaning by Skip

Davidson Services One of the Best One of the Best

Siuda Builders Ted Devine

Heating & Air Service Best

Merry Maids of Sycamore Clean USA

Landscaper Best Knutson Lawn Care

Smith-Dahlquist, Inc. Hero Heating & Air Conditioning DeKalb Mechanical

Lloyd Landscaping & Garden Center Blumen Gardens

Home Builder

Plumber

Best

Best

Davidson Services

C/H Plumbing, Inc.

One of the Best

One of the Best

Siuda Builders Tom Taylor Construction

Hamp G’s R Plumbing & Heating

One of the Best

for Voting Us...

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Local Grocery Store Produce/Farmer’s Market Specialty Foods/Snacks One of the Best

Catering • Deli Donut Shop • Florist Meat Market/Butcher Shop Liquor Store • Wine Shop We feel very proud to serve this community and very honored for your vote!

“Where there’s a helpful smile in every aisle”

2700 DeKalb Ave. • Sycamore

815-756-6174

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One of the Best

Thank You

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Carpet Cleaners

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Congratulations, Shelley and Ryan Thank you for voting First National Bank THE BEST in the Mortgage Broker category in the Daily Chronicle Readers' Choice Awards Representing De Kalb County!

Ryan Gifford

Mortgage Loan Officer

NMLS: 757247 815.978.1400 | fnbil.com/mortgage/rgifford

Shelley Rhoades

Mortgage Loan Officer

NMLS: 412715 815.754.5034 | fnbil.com/mortgage/srhoades

141 W. Lincoln Hwy. De Kalb 815.754.5004 | 100 Greenwood Acres Dr. De Kalb 815.754.5125 | 511 W. State St. Sycamore 815.991.9820

Thank You Sale

2018

DeKalb County’s

Cortland Flooring, Inc.

Finest

302 W Lincoln Hwy, Suite 1, Cortland, IL

Presented to:

Cortland Flooring

THE BEST

DeKalb County, you VOTED us The Best, let us show you why!

STORE WIDE SALE

Member FDIC

Flooring Store

We did it again!

Thank You for Voting Us THE BEST!

HUNDREDS OF REMNANTS, STYLES & COLORS! We’re Expanding! More Space To Serve You Better!! New Warehouse Will Be Ready Soon!!!

815-758-0108

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Hours: Monday—Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | CLOSED 12-1 daily Weekend & Evening appointments available

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Day Spa Best Dana’s Day Spa

One of the Best

One of the Best

Great Clips University City Barber Shop

Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa Studio One Salon & Spa

Beauty Salon

Disc Jockey

Best

Best

Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa

Mark Charvat

One of the Best

One of the Best

Great Clips Luxe Salon

Shawn Lowe P.J. Harrington

Cosmetics/Skin Care

Dry Cleaners

Best

Best

Ulta Beauty

Greenacre Cleaners

One of the Best

One of the Best

Dana’s Day Spa Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa

V.I.P. Cleaners Sycamore Cleaners

CCA Preschool staff would like to thank you for all your support.

We’re looking forward to a bright year!

355 North Cross Street, Sycamore, IL 60178-1231 Ph:815.985.8522 | Fax: 815.895.8717

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Claesson Carpet Cleaning Thank you u for Voting us The Best Carpet Cleaners in

Trusted for 30 years, located in downtown Sycamore...

DeKalb County Claesson Carpet Cleaning is a small, family owned business. We thrive off of being local business with a 97% customer return rate! So next time your carpet or furniture are not as clean as they should be, give us a call! We service most of Kane & Dekalb counties.

(815) 756-1566 (630) 365-2009 Text us at (815) 319-2559 E: classessoncarpetcleaning@ hotmail.com

www.claessoncarpetcleaning.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TOO!!

Thank you!

We have been awarded the honor of being named DeKalb County’s Best for 9 years in a row!

CURTIS ORTHODONITCS 124 North California Street, Sycamore (815)895-7660 • www.curtisortho.com

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Best Roc’s Barber Shop

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PERSONAL SERVICES Nail Salon

Preschool/Daycare

Best

Best

Dana’s Day Spa

ABC Preschool

One of the Best

One of the Best

Cloud 9 Nail Spa Design Nails & Spa

Cornerstone Christian Academy Little Lambs Preschool

Photographer

Tattoo/Body Piercing

Best

Best

parvez studio

Out on a Whim Tattoo

One of the Best

One of the Best

Making Memories Photography, Tesla Court, Sycamore Roger Kyler Photography

Proton Tattoo Dekalb Tattoo Company

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Bockman’s Auto Care has been voted ‘Best Auto Repair’ and ‘Best Oil Change’ facility in DeKalb County

• All Makes & Models, Foreign & Domestic • Complimentary Shuttle Service • Comfortable Customer Lounge • Warranty Work Accepted • Same Day Service • Loaner Car Available • Commercial Fleet Vehicles, Gasoline & Diesel •Free Wifi Access • Voted DeKalb County’s Best Auto Repair And Best Oil Change

2158 Oakland Drive • Sycamore 815-756-7413 www.bockmansautocare.com

We are honored to be voted The Best Health Club/Fitness Center, Family Recreation and One of the Best Pilates!

THANK YOU DEKALB COUNTY!

Kishwaukee Family YMCA 2500 W. Bethany Rd. Sycamore, IL 60178 815.756.9577 www.kishymca.org

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Pet Daycare

Pet Kennel

Pet Trainer

Best

Best

Best

Gone to the Dogs Daycare & Grooming

Countryside Pet Motel

Tails Humane Society

One of the Best

One of the Best

One of the Best

Teacher’s Pet K-9 School Bed & A Biscuit

Forever K9 Training Sev’s Smarty Paws Teacher’s Pet K-9 School

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor Teacher’s Pet K-9 School

Veterinarian/Animal Hospital Best Prairie View Animal Hospital

Pet Supply Store

Pet Groomer

One of the Best

Bethany Animal Hospital Cortland Animal Hospital

Best Paw Lickin’ Good

Best Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

One of the Best

One of the Best

Gone to the Dogs Daycare & Grooming A Groomery

PetSmart Petco Animal Supplies

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Thank You The way golf is meant to be played Reasonable Rates ∞ Immaculate Conditions Enjoyable Pace of Play & Friendly Staff

to all our valued customers!

Voted Best Golf Course in DeKalb County 6 years in a row!

18-hole Course • Outings • Tournaments Leagues • Pro Shop • Caddyshack Grill

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815.895.3377 WWW.DDJEWELERS.COM

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Hiatt & Moen PC

Brendon Gallagher - Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

COUNTRY Financial

Ryan Gifford, First National Bank

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Resource Bank Insurance State Farm

Todd Madden, Source 1 Mortgage First Centennial Mortgage

One of the Best

H&R Block T. Allen & Associates

Attorney

Dan Howes - COUNTRY Financial representative Dustin Miller, Thrivent Financial

Best Timothy W. Johnson One of the Best

Foster & Buick Law Group Klein, Stoddard & Buck

Insurance Agent Best Darrell Foss - State Farm Insurance Agent One of the Best

Mike Shipley - COUNTRY Financial representative Jeff Keicher - State Farm Insurance Agent

northernrehabpt.com 815.756.8524 Thank you for choosing us as the 2018 DeKalb County’s

Best Physical Therapists!

Seven years in a row, Best Massage 4 years in a row, and Best Yoga!

Also voted Coolest Place to Work and Friendliest Staff

• Ken Olson, PT • Rob Larkins, PT • Aaron Nevdal, PT • Melissa Payne Wagner, PT • Melissa Beck, PT • Todd Vanatta, PT • Kristin Christian, PT • Liza Piper, PT • Brandon Clement, PT • Janet Sarver, PT • Andrea Carter, PT

You can choose where you go for PT. We want to be your choice!

5 locations to serve you better:

815-895-2211

3266 Sycamore Rd. DeKalb • 815.756.8524

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232 W. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb • 815.756.2369

1211 Currency Court, Suite C Rochelle • 815.562.3299

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540 E. Main Street, Suite 5 Genoa • 815.784.6417

523 E. Railroad Street Sandwich • 815.786.1888

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Elleson’s Bakery

Hy-Vee

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Sugar on Top Bake Shop Latsis Bakery

Jewel-Osco Aldi

Candy/Popcorn Stand

Meat Market/Butcher Shop

Best Cassie’s Popcorn Stand One of the Best

Hopper’s Poppers Sycamore De Kalb Confectionary

Frozen Custard Best Ollie’s Frozen Custard One of the Best

Liquor Store Best Lundeen’s Discount Liquors

Best Inboden’s Gourmet Meats & Specialty Foods One of the Best

Hy-Vee Country Store & Catering

Produce/Farmers Market Best Hy-Vee

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Culver’s Brenda’s Frozen Custard

One of the Best

Sycamore Farmers’ Market DeKalb Farmers Market Wiltse’s Farm Produce and Greenhouses

One of the Best

Hy-Vee Twin Tavern

Speciaty Foods/Snack Best Hy-Vee One of the Best

Grassroots Juicery & Cafe Inboden’s Gourmet Meats & Specialty Foods

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Our Valued Customers!

605 E State Street Sycamore IL 60178 • 815-895-6700

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Florist

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Sycamore Antiques

Kar-Fre Flowers

D&D Jewelers

D & D Jewelers

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Old Barn Salvage Urban Grace

Everything Floral Flowers And Gifts

Becky Beck’s Jewelry Store Golden Dreams

Cell Phone/Wireless

Framing Shop

Gold and silver shop sycamore il Becky Beck’s Jewelry Store Golden Dreams Zacks

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MCR Framing

Hobby Store

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One of the Best

AT&T Sprint Store U.S. Cellular

Michaels Hobby Lobby

Hobby Lobby

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Michaels The Gaming Goat

OAK CREST

DeKalb Area Retirement Center

“Come on in the water is fine…”

Now is the perfect time to dive into retirement living. We offer beautiful duplex and apartment homes and a guarantee of future care and peace of mind. Our independent living, assisted living and nursing care services are second to none. Make a splash in our new onsite aquatics center and stretch your muscles in our state of the art fitness center. Expand your mind and your circle of friends through interactive programming and numerous social opportunities. Now is the perfect time to test the waters.

Call today for a personal tour and to find out more about options to fit your lifestyle.

2944 Greenwood Acres Dr., DeKalb, IL For more information, call (815)756-8461 or visit us on the web at www.oakcrestdekalb.org

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Wine Shop Best Prairie State Winery One of the Best

Hy-Vee Liquor ‘n’ Wine Lundeen’s Discount Liquors

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Martial Arts Best Harding’s Family Martial Arts One of the Best

Bill Cho’s United Taekwondo Center Hero Martial Arts

Pilates

Recreational Vehicle/ Motorcycle/RV Best Family Scooter & ATV in DeKalb, IL One of the Best

Holiday Hour RV Barbed Wire Harley-Davidson

Best Energize Fitness

Dance Studio/Instruction Best Just For Kix DeKalb One of the Best

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One of the Best

Kishwaukee Family YMCA Pilates Plus Unlimited

Sycamore Golf Club One of the Best

Buena Vista Golf Course River Heights Golf Course

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DeKalb Location Lehan Drugs & Home Medical Equipment 1407 South 4th St, DeKalb, IL 60115

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(815) 217-3890 fax: (815) 748-4169

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