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HEALTH & BEAUTY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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RETAIL HOUSE & HOME FAMILY/SPECIALTY/HOBBY

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WHERE IT’S AT Automotive............................................... 4 Food & Drink.......................... 4 , 6, 8, 10, 14 Health & Beauty........................... 18, 24, 26 House & Home.........................................28 Winner Photos.................... 9, 12, 16, 20, 22 Pets........................................................ 30 Professional Services..................... 30 & 32 Retail.......................................................33 Specialty / Hobby....................................33

At the Herald-News, our mission is to serve our communities and make them better places to live.

We are not alone, local businesses and our loyal readers play an important role in our communities. In March, we invited our readers to vote on our website for their favorite businesses, services, and more in the 2022 Best of Lincoln-Way Reader’s Choice Awards.

These are the best of the best according to you, our readers. We’re pleased to present this year’s Best of Lincoln-Way Reader’s Choice winners….and we look forward to doing it all again next year.

1100 Essington Rd. Suite 4 Joliet, IL 60435

From our Family to yours. Since 1959

Thank you Lincoln-Way for voting us BEST “ Thin Crust” Pizza for 2022!

19836 Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL 60448

708-478-0022 Hours

Sunday-Thursday Friday - Saturday 11 am - 8pm

11am - 9pm

www.aureliospizza.com

Outdoor Patio and Party Rooms available.

For voting for us in the Best of Lincoln-Way for 2022!

BEST Groomer BEST Pet Boarding/Training K9 Tailshakers - Family owned for over 15 years!

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Boarding Training Daycare Grooming Retail

K9 TAILSHAKERS

9204 Gulfstream Rd, Frankfort, IL 815-464-TAIL (8245) K9TAILSHAKERS.COM SM-CL1976185

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AUTO BODY SERVICES BEST

Crash Champions Collision Repair ONE OF THE BEST

Manhattan Collision Center

AUTO/ MAINTENANCE REPAIR BEST

De Re Tire & Auto Inc. ONE OF THE BEST

Menard Automotive

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BAKERY/DONUT SHOP

BBQ

BRUNCH

BEST

BEST

BEST

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Arrowhead Ales Brewing Company

Country Charm Restaurant

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Fleckenstein’s Bakery

Bear Down Barbecue & Catering Co.

Gina’s Teardrop Cafe

BANQUET FACILITY / EVENT VENUE

BREAKFAST

BURGER

BEST

BEST

Gina’s Teardrop Cafe

Post Game Pub & Sedona Grille’

One of the best Country Charm Restaurant

ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

Gatto’s Italian Restaurant & Bar ONE OF THE BEST

CD & ME Special Events & Banquets

3 Corners Grill & Tap

Best Ice Cream IN THE LINCOLN-WAY AREA!

RANCH FROSTIE WINS FOR BEST ICE CREAM AND ONE OF THE BEST HOT DOGS.

1259 N. Cedar Road, New Lenox IL 60451 815-485-3264

www.ranchfrosties.com

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Keeping Ice Cream Local, With Family Values in Mind

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THANK YOU TO THE LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY FOR VOTING US THE

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Ice Cream Served with Personality

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CATERING BEST

Gatto’s Italian Restaurant & Bar ONE OF THE BEST

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Joey’s New Lenox

FINE DINING BEST

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant ONE OF THE BEST

Mr Benny’s Steak & Lobster

FISH FRY BEST

VFW Post 9545 ONE OF THE BEST

Frank’s Shrimp & Chicken

815.464.8800 • gnadeinsurance.com 219 N. White Street • Frankfort • IL

Thank You

To everyone who voted for us as "One of the Best" in the Lincoln-Way community!

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BEST OF LINCOLN-WAY WINNER FOR 2 YEARS Mayor Baldermann and the Board of Trustees want to thank our incredible staff and the amazing residents and businesses. It’s because of them that the Village received the recognition of “Best Municipality.”

2022 Voted “Best Municipality” VILLAGE OF NEW LENOX 1 VETERANS PARKWAY NEW LENOX, ILLINOIS 60451

WWW.NEWLENOX.NET Best of the Best Package

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HOT DOG

ICE CREAM/CUSTARD

BEST

BEST

BEST

JBD White Horse Inn

Joey’s New Lenox

Ranch Frostie

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Midtown Wine Bar

Ranch Frostie

Raffy’s Candy Store (Ice Cream, Popcorn, Nuts & more)

Thank you…

to the Lincoln-Way customers for your support and for voting for us as your

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BEST Veterinarian

(815) 462-7387

2041 Calistoga Dr New Lenox, IL 60451

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Aurelio’s Pizza was voted BEST thin crust Pizza Crest Lighting Studio was voted BEST Lighting

Arrowhead Ales Brewing Company was voted BEST BBQ and BEST Microbrewery

Distinctive Gold Jewelry was voted BEST Gift Shop

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Country Charm Restaurant was voted BEST Brunch

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Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic was voted BEST Veterinarian

K9 Tailshakers was voted BEST Groomer and Pet Boarding/Training

Law Office of Cheryl A. Morrison was voted BEST Lawyer/Law Firm

David Cobb from ReMax 10 was voted BEST Residential Real Estate Agent

3 Corners Grill & Tap was voted BEST in Outdoor Dining

Hinsdale Orthopaedics was voted BEST Orthopedic Doctor

Interior Insight Marketing won BEST Photography

Portillo’s was voted BEST Italian Beef

Post Game Pub & Sedona Grille won BEST Burger

New Lenox Community Park District was voted BEST in Family Recreation

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ITALIAN BEEF BEST

Portillo’s Hot Dogs ONE OF THE BEST

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ITALIAN FOOD BEST

Gatto’s Italian Restaurant & Bar ONE OF THE BEST

Enrico’s Italian Dining

LUNCH BEST

Gina’s Teardrop Cafe ONE OF THE BEST

JBD White Horse Inn

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Than k y o u L i nco l n - Wa y C om m u n i t y fo r Voti ng u s t h e

BEST SPA!

Our team of talented and experienced medical professionals combine advances in medical technology and our expertise to give you your dream skin and facial treatments. We strive to provide a variety of services and a one-stop-shop experience that will boost your self-confidence and leave you feeling your best

COME TREAT YOURSELF TODAY! 11 South White Street #203, Frankfort, IL

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12 A Better Door & Window Service was voted BEST Windows & Doors

APEK, Inc. was voted BEST Roofing

Cooper’s Hawk was voted BEST in Fine Dining Lashology Skin and Beauty Bar was voted BEST Beauty Salon

Moody Blues Jeans Boutique was voted BEST Clothing Boutique

Advanced Eye Care, SC was voted BEST Eye Doctor CR Medical Group was voted BEST Family Practice/Primary Care Doctor

Dr. Phillip Narcissi, D.P.M. was voted BEST Podiatrist

Dr. Paul Tortoriello was voted BEST Pediatrician

Your CBD Store was voted BEST CBD/Dispensary Turning Pointe Dance Company was voted BEST Dance Studio

The Wine Thief Bistro & Speciality Wines was voted BEST Wine Bar Carrie Mitcheff, Village Realty, was voted BEST Commercial Real Estate Agent

De Re Tire & Auto, Inc. won BEST Auto/Maintenance Repair

Clarendale of Mokena was voted BEST Assisted Living

Chicago Dough Company was voted BEST thick crust Pizza

Village of New Lenox was voted BEST Municipality

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Residential & Commercial • Heating & Cooling • Commercial Refrigeration

THANK YOU for voting us

THE BEST Heating & AC.

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(708) 479-9350 • WWW.MAERTINHEATING.COM

"THANK YOU" to the Lincoln-Way Community for voting De Re Tire & Auto #1!

#1 in

Auto Repair/ Maintenance

We're celebrating with this great offer!

$20.22

Oil Change & Tire Rotation Expires 6/30/22

Oil change includes up to 5 quarts of conventional oil. Specialty filters and shop fees may be extra. Valid at the New Lenox location only.

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430 Nelson Rd. New Lenox, IL • (815) 462.5700 • www.deretire.com SM-CL1983527

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WINNER TWO YEARS IN A ROW

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MEXICAN FOOD

PIZZA (Thick Crust)

SPORTS BAR

BEST

BEST

BEST

Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar

Chicago Dough Company - New Lenox

JBD White Horse Inn

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

El Burrito Loco

Giordano’s - Mokena

Tom Kelly’s Chophouse & Pub

MICROBREWERY

PIZZA (Thin Crust)

STEAK

BEST

BEST

BEST

Arrowhead Ales Brewing Company

Aurelio’s Pizza

Mr Benny’s Steak & Lobster

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Trails Edge Brewing Company

Fox’s - Mokena

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

OUTDOOR DINING

SANDWICH SHOP

WINE BAR

BEST

BEST

BEST

3 Corners Grill & Tap

McAlister’s Deli

The Wine Thief Bistro & Specialty Wines

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

The Wine Thief Bistro & Specialty Wines

Jersey Mike’s Subs

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

336 W. Maple #5 New Lenox, IL 815-485-4884 mmcustomflooring.com

Visit our website or email us at: mmcustomflooring@sbcglobal.net

Thank you for voting us BEST Flooring for 2 years.

ANGIE BRANDAU THANK YOU

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Our Services:

• Wood Flooring • Laminate Flooring • Carpet • Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)

for voting for me as Best Mortgage Broker for the 2nd consecutive year. I have proudly served the Lincolnway Community for 16 years and look forward to many more!

CONTACT ANGIE FOR ALL YOUR MORTGAGE NEEDS angie.brandau@rate.com • www.rate.com/angiebrandau O: (815) 744-5174 F: (312) 324-3237 C: (708) 932-6581 Rob Slovin 20 Kansas St. Suite 200, Frankfort, IL 60423 NMLS ID: 417420 Re NMLSID: 417420, LO#: FL - LO82990, IL - 031.0049157, IN - 41578, MI - 417420 Guaranteed Rate Inc.; NMLS #2611; For licensing information visit nmlsconsumeraccess.org. Equal Housing Lender. Conditions may apply FL - Lic# MLD1102 IL - Residential Mortgage Licensee - IDFPR, 122 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1900, Chicago, Illinois, 60603, 312-793-3000, 3940 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL 60613 #MB.0005932 IN - Lic #11060 & #10332 MI - Lic #FR0018846 & SR0018847 FL - Lic# MLD1102 IL - Residential Mortgage Licensee - IDFPR, 122 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1900, Chicago, Illinois, 60603, 312-793-3000, 3940 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL 60613 #MB.0005932 IN SM-CL1983919 Lic #11060 & #10332 MI - Lic #FR0018846 & SR0018847

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Thank voting us in Thank youyou for for voting us Best BestAssisted in Assisted Living.

Living.

• Before/After School Care • Experienced Teachers Possess Bachelor’s Degrees • Spiritual & Nurturing Environment

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CLASSES INCLUDE: • Kindergarten (age 5) • Pre-Kindergarten (age 4) • Preschool (age 3)

JBD White Horse Inn was voted BEST Happy Hour and BEST Sports Bar

Gatto’s Italian Restaurant was voted BEST Banquet Facility/Event Venue, BEST Catering and BEST Italian Food

Alsip Nursery was voted BEST Garden Center/Nursery

Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar won BEST Mexican Food

Providence Catholic Children’s Academy was voted BEST Preschool

QUESTIONS? CALL 815.485.7129 McAlister’s Deli was voted BEST Sandwich Shop

Express Med Spa Frankfort was voted BEST Spa McMahon Builders, Inc. 1800Customer W. Lincoln Highway • New Lenox Illinois 60451 was voted BEST Home Builder www.wearepc.org

Gina’s Teardrop Cafe was voted BEST Breakfast and BEST Lunch

Westside Children’s Therapy was voted BEST Physical Therapy

Plumbing was voted Plumber.

Dryer VentOmega Wizard/Joe Enzenberger wonbest BEST Cleaning Services

Prestwick Country Club was voted BEST Golf Course

Triple R Child Care of New Lenox was voted BEST Day Care

RJ Graham Plumbing was voted BEST Plumbing

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DRYER VENT CLEANING • REPAIR • ALTERATION • INSTALLATION www.willcountydryervent.com

THANK YOU for voting usVent Cleaning Dryer “The Best” Cleaning Service in the LincolnWay area for the 2nd year in a row!!

• Repair •

Toll Free: (866) 498-7233 www.willcountydryervent.com SM-CL1976160

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Thank You TO THE LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY FOR VOTING US THE BEST BREAKFAST | BEST LUNCH | ONE OF THE BEST- BRUNCH

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826 W. Laraway Road, New Lenox, IL | (815) 717-8111 | ginasteardropcafe.com Open Daily 6am-3pm

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(815) 215-2090

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ASSISTED LIVING BEST

Clarendale of Mokena ONE OF THE BEST

Cottages of New Lenox

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BEAUTY SALON BEST

Lashology Skin and Beauty Bar ONE OF THE BEST

MacKenzie Hair Parlor, Inc.

CHIROPRACTOR BEST

VICTORY CHIROPRACTIC ONE OF THE BEST

Sports and Spine Rehab

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LINCOLN-WAY FOR VOTING US

BEST

Victory Chiropractic provides patients of all ages with non-surgical solutions to healing pain and injury. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment and various treatment therapies to provide appropriate core to each and every patient.

IN CUSTOM CABINETRY

WE OFFER: Chiropractic Care Prenatal & Pediatric Chiropractic Care • Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression • Myofascial Release • Graston Technique • Trigger Point Dry Needling • Electric Muscle Stimulation • Ultrasound Therapy • •

Visit our online showroom:

www.tristarcabinets.com

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1000 S. Cedar Rd, New Lenox (815) 485-2564

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Thank you to the entire Friday Fish Fry Staff

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Without the hard work of the entire staff, some of whom have been preparing and serving Friday Fish Fry for over 25 years, our success would not be possible.

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THANK YOU TO THE LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY FOR VOTING US BEST FISH FRY!

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Bella Fiori Flower Shop, Inc. was voted BEST Florist

Morning Star Treasure Chest was voted BEST Resale Shop

Mokena Chamber of Commerce was voted BEST Chamber of Commerce

First Bank of Manhattan was voted BEST Financial Institution

VFW Post 9545 was voted BEST Fish Fry

Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co. was voted BEST Cabinets Nothing Bundt Cakes was voted BEST Bakery

Angie Brandau/Guaranteed Rate was voted BEST Mortgage Broker

Kevin Molloy/State Farm Insurance was voted BEST Insurance Agency

Koreman Landscape Company was voted BEST Landscaping

Ranch Frostie was voted BEST Ice Cream

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Thank you for voting us one of the best in two categories:

Home Decor & Gift Shop

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• Variety of decor styles (farmhouse, shabby chic, modern industrial, rustic, distressed) • Personalized Gifts • Custom Shelves • Seasonal Decor • Located in the Trolley Barn in downtown Frankfort • We love to help our customers choose the perfect decor that helps to “make their house a home!”

10% OFF Total Purchase

Jamie Okon -Owner simplyhomeagain

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779.324.5995 11 S White Street, #109 Frankfort IL 60423

@simplyhomeagain simplyhomeagain.com

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Kurtz Memorial Chapel, Ltd. was voted BEST Funeral Services

Village Realty was voted BEST Real Estate Agency

Mr. Benny’s Steak & Lobster was voted BEST Steak

Crash Champions Collision Repair was voted BEST Auto Body Services M & M Custom Flooring, Inc. was voted BEST Flooring Store

Victory Chiropractic was voted BEST Chiropractor Sunkissed Greenz was voted BEST Health Food Store

H&R Block won BEST Accountant/ Financial Advisor

R3MODELING Innovation was voted BEST Kitchen/Bathroom Remodeling

Maertin Heating & Cooling was voted BEST Heating/Air Conditioning

Hollie’s Massage LLC won best Therapeutic Massage Services

Hammar’s Mercantile was voted BEST Home Decor Shop

Joey’s Red Hots was voted BEST Hot Dog

Tranquil Soul was voted BEST Health/Fitness Club and Best Yoga Studio

The Ground Guys won BEST Lawn Care

Nelson Ridge Family Dental was voted BEST Dentist

Image 360 Mokena was voted BEST Business to Business Service

Thank You

Best Burger in the Lincoln Way area

to the LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY for voting us

“THE BEST” RESALE SHOP

We’ve redefined the meaning of the word

bargain.

GENT LY USED:

2751 E. Lincoln Hwy New Lenox, IL 60451 815-462-3007

Post Game Pub & Sedona Grille’ 9630 Willow Lane Mokena, IL 60448

708-479-1302 www.thepostgamepub.com

Monday-Friday 9-7, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-4

Thank You

Lincoln-Way for voting us the BEST Florist again this year!

Bellafioriflowershop.com

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1888 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox 815-463-8330

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Come in for our famous Burgers and a beer!

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• Clothes • Shoes • Baby Clothes • Baby Furniture Toys • Kitchen Utensils • Dishes • Pots • Pans Wall Decorations • Furniture • Antiques Linens • Sporting Goods

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Thank you to our Lincoln-Way community for voting us

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DENTIST BEST

Nelson Ridge Family Dental ONE OF THE BEST

Dental Boutique

EYE DOCTOR BEST

Advanced Eye Care, SC ONE OF THE BEST

New Lenox Family Eyecare

FAMILY PRACTICE/ PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR BEST

CR Medical Group ONE OF THE BEST

Dr. Jill A. Patterson, MD

Thank You Lincoln-Way for voting us BEST - Italian Restaurant BEST - Catering BEST - Banquet

TINLEY PARK 8005 W. 183rd St. Tinley Park, IL 708.444.7400

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Banquets

Catering

NEW LENOX:

1938 E. Lincolnway Hwy New Lenox, IL 630.515.6400

Private Parties

DOWNERS GROVE 5123 Main St. Downers Grove, IL 630.515.6400

Funeral lunCheons

Thank you

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FINANCING AVAILABLE!

SOFFIT/ FASCIA

GUTTERS SIDING

FREE ESTIMATES FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

815.774.0900 • 708.479.2002 Licensed • Bonded • Insured License # IL 104015809 *Excludes Repairs

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SHINGLE ROOFS

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LINCOLN-WAY FOR VOTING US BEST ROOFING COMPANY!

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HEALTH / FITNESS CLUB

PEDIATRICIAN

SPAS & NAILS

BEST

BEST

BEST

Tranquil Soul Yoga & Wellness Studio

Dr. Paul Tortoriello

Express Med Spa Frankfort

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

SPENGA Mokena

Southwest Pediatrics, Ltd

Jen Nails

HEALTH FOOD STORE

PHYSICAL THERAPY

BEST

BEST

SunKissed Greenz

Westside Children’s Therapy (New Lenox & Frankfort)

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE SERVICES

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ONE OF THE BEST

Health Nutz

ONE OF THE BEST

ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR

BEST

Hollie’s Massage LLC ONE OF THE BEST

JointPro Physical Therapy Frankfort

Tranquil Soul Yoga & Wellness Studio

PODIATRIST

YOGA STUDIO

BEST

Hinsdale Orthopaedics – Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

Mokena Foot & Ankle Clinic

Tranquil Soul Yoga & Wellness Studio

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Parkview Orthopaedic Group New Lenox

Dr. Paul B Kirchner D.P.M.

ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

BEST

YogaFace & Body Spa

“Best Real Estate Agent”

Thanks

2022 Best of Lincoln-Way Readers’ Choice Awards Thank You Lincoln-Way!

for voting us

ONE OF THE BEST ICE CREAM SHOPS in Lincoln-Way!

Come Visit us at one of our 3 Lincoln-Way locations!

21 S White St, Frankfort, IL • (815) 806-7515 2571 E Lincoln Hwy, Ste 1, New Lenox, IL • (815) 320-6152 832 W Laraway Rd, New Lenox, IL · (815) 717-6977

Contact Me for ALL of your Real Estate Needs!

m: 708.205.COBB (2622) e: david@davidjcobb.com w: CobbsHotProperties.com SM-CL1984626

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We would like to thank all our customers for your continued support over the last 25 years.

2022

McMahon Custom Builders, Inc mcmahonbuilders@comcast.net (815) 806 9800 www.mcmahoncustombuilders.com SM-CL1981845

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CABINETS BEST

Tri Star Cabinet & Top Co. ONE OF THE BEST

Riverton Cabinet Company

CLEANING SERVICES BEST

Joe Enzenberger-Dryer Vent Wizard, New Lenox ONE OF THE BEST

White Tigress Home Cleaning

FLOORING STORE BEST

M & M Custom Flooring, Inc. ONE OF THE BEST

Wall To Wall Carpets

GARDEN CENTER/ NURSERY BEST

Alsip Home & Nursery ONE OF THE BEST

Bothwell Farms

HEATING / A.C. BEST

Maertin Heating & Cooling

LANDSCAPING

PLUMBING

BEST

BEST

Koreman Landscape Company

RJ Graham Plumbing

ONE OF THE BEST

Zark Heating & Cooling Inc.

HOME BUILDER BEST

McMahon Custom Builders, Inc

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

The Grounds Guys

Chicagoland Plumbing Services

LAWN CARE

ROOFING

BEST

BEST

The Grounds Guys

Apek

ONE OF THE BEST

Distinctive Home Builders

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Scotty’s Lawn Care

Mueller Roofing

LIGHTING

WINDOWS & DOORS

BEST

BEST

R3MODELING Innovation

Crest Lighting Studio

A Better Door and Window

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Principle Lighting

S&J Doors

KITCHEN / BATHROOM REMODELING BEST

EvenFlow Painting

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Lincoln Way community for voting us Best Brunch and one of the Best Breakfast.

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Thank you

We want to say thank you to New Lenox and the surrounding communities for making The Country Charm what it is. We would not have been able to make it almost 40 years in business without your loyalty and our staff for their amazing work. We want to let you know that we truly do appreciate your patronage. We strive to provide delicious, quality food time after time after time.

Thank you again for allowing us to serve you.

- The Panagos Family 2034, 101 Lincolnway Dr New Lenox, IL 60451 (815) 485-3996 HOURS: Sun - Sat: 6am - 3pm

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PET BOARDING/ TRAINING

VETERINARIAN

BEST

BEST

BEST

K9 Tailshakers

K9 Tailshakers

Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Bone-ita Pet Styling

Camp Bow Wow

Mokena Animal Clinic

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES H ACCOUNTING H FUNERAL H REAL ESTATE H

ACCOUNTANT/ FINANCIAL ADVISOR

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

FUNERAL SERVICES

BEST

BEST

BEST

H&R Block

Mokena Chamber of Commerce

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Ltd

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Bruns & Bruns

New Lenox Chamber of Commerce

Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Inc.

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICE

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

INSURANCE AGENCY

BEST

BEST

BEST

Image360 Mokena

First Bank of Manhattan

Kevin Molloy - State Farm Insurance Agent

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

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