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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 September, we invited our readers to vote on our website for their favorite businesses, services, employers and more in the 2020 Best of Will County 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 Will County Reader’s Choice winners….and we look forward to doing it all again next year.

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John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders Inc ONE OF THE BEST

Manhattan Collision Center Probst Collision LLC.

AUTO MAINTENANCE/ REPAIR BEST

Lawson’s Garage Inc ONE OF THE BEST

American Motorsports Automotive Excellence

CAR WASH BEST

Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center ONE OF THE BEST

Delta Sonic Car Wash Olsons Custom Detailing INC.

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IT R E V O C D N A From prep sports to politics, fundraisers to festivals, school board meetings to store openings, Joliet is covered in print and online at TheHerald-News.com.

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NATION’S BEST. CLOSE to Home.

Silver Cross Hospital

100 Top Hospitals like Silver Cross have better survival rates, fewer complications, shorter hospital stays and higher ratings from patients.

Added to our Straight A’s for Patient Safety from the Leapfrog Group, our 100 Top recognition demonstrates that safety, quality and patient experience are at the heart of everything we do.

So when you’re looking for one of the country’s best hospitals, look no further than Silver Cross — proud to be your 100 Top Hospital.

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Being named one of the nation’s 100 TOP HOSPITALS is something few hospitals ever achieve. So you can imagine how proud we are to earn this distinction for the 8th time!

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MATTER! Recognized by Herald-News Readers TWO YEARS in a ROW!

OUR CORE VALUES & BELIEFS Social Justice Everyone deserves access, equity, human rights, and participation in the community.

Cornerstone is HIRING! Want to work for one of Will County’s best employers? We are looking for compassionate, caring individuals who enjoy a flexible work schedule and want great benefits!

Progressive Advocating for positive change through action with new ideas and thoughts.

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Cornerstone is dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates and encourages diversity in all of its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community where all are appreciated and respected.

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Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center

Fine Tunes Center for the Arts

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Family Fun Zone Palkon Parties Entertainment

Rhino Baseball Joliet Park District

Inwood Golf Course Sanctuary Golf Course

BOWLING ALLEY

FESTIVAL/ LOCAL EVENT

NON-PROFIT ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

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Joliet Town & Country Lanes

Taste of Joliet

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Plainfield Lanes & Escape Room Channahon Lanes

Festa Italiana Plainfield Fest (Plainfield Park District) Three Rivers Festival, Channahon

Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball Pink Heals Mother’s Day Walk

FLORIST

PRE SCHOOL/ DAYCARE

BEST

Beth’s Dance Academy

BEST

Village Flower Shop ONE OF THE BEST

Vaughan Dance Academy Dance Dimensions

ONE OF THE BEST

Palmer Florist Bella Fiori Flower Shop Inc

BEST

Witches Night Out ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

Trinity Christian School ONE OF THE BEST

Kids Connection Preschool Little Sprouts, Joliet Park District

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BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUE

DANCE STUDIO

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Thank you for voting me

BEST MORTGAGE BROKER OF WILL COUNTY for 5 consecutive years!

"I want to share my gratitude with the community for trusting me as your preferred mortgage loan professional.

Your support is appreciated, and I'm truly honored to serve you."

–Joe LaGiglia The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Five-Time Winner (2016–2020)

Joseph LaGiglia Senior Mortgage Loan Originator JosephL@MyOakLeaf.com P: 630-936-3242 24252 W Main St, Plainfield, IL 60544

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BEST MORTGAGE BROKERS OF WILL COUNTY for 3 consecutive years!

– Dave Holmes The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Three-Time Winner (2018–2020)

David Holmes Senior Mortgage Loan Originator DavidH@MyOakLeaf.com P: 815-405-6002 24252 W Main St, Plainfield, IL 60544

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"I appreciate everyone who took the time to vote for me. The support is overwhelming.

To say I feel humbled, honored and thankful for all the support is an understatement. I'm looking forward to helping more clients with their lending needs in the coming year.

Thank you!"

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING Clean Im Image Car Wash and Professional De Detail Center THE BEST CAR WASH!

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Thank You for voting us one of the BEST

Accounting/Financial Advisor Firms Mention this award to receive $20 OFF your 2020 tax preparation fee!

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Thank you!

Thank you to our readers, staff and volunteers who chose Joliet Area Community Hospice as One of the Best in two categories: "Large Employer" and "Best Employer - Nonprofit Organization".

Joliet Area Community Hospice is here to help those facing serious illness in our community.

Our hospice care program and serious illness assistance provide relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of an illness — for both the patient and family. We will come to you — in your home, nursing home or assisted living residence — so you can avoid going out to doctors’ offices or hospitals.

We’ll work with your doctors and insurance to coordinate your care. Our services are covered under Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance.

We also provide grief support to our hospice families and community members, offering a variety of programs and services to encourage healthy grieving before and/or after the death of a loved one.

We have staff living and working in your communities. We are close by and ready to provide 24/7 support.

Call 815-740-4104 anytime, night or day to speak to one of our triage nurses who will explain how we can help.

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The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Five-Time Winner (2016–2020)

David Holmes The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Three-Time Winner (2018–2020)

Oak Leaf Community Mortgage would like to congratulate Joseph LaGiglia and David Holmes for their outstanding dedication to this community and for earning this high honor.

Thanks to all of the readers who have trusted these gentlemen and our company with your homeownership needs over the last few years, and we look forward to continuing to serve you.

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for voting us BEST in Pet Services/Supplies

Local Family Owned Business for 14 Years

BOARDING TRAINING DAYCARE GROOMING RETAIL

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Milano Bakery Inc

Crispy Waffle

Chicken-N-Spice

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Home Cut Donuts, Inc. Donut Den

The Southern Cafe Crest Hill Southern Belles

Hooters Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA

BANQUET FACILITY

BURGER

DONUTS

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BEST

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Jacob Henry Mansion

Hamburgerseria

Home Cut Donuts, Inc.

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Rialto Square Theatre Renaissance Center

The Dock at Inwood Sizzles

Donut Den Steve’s Bakery

BBQ

CATERING

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Station One Smokehouse

Happy Belly Chefs

Syl’s Chophouse

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Baby Back Blues BBQ Firewater BBQ & Brew

Chicken-N-Spice Bella Cucina Catering

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Will County for Voting us THE BEST

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KEEP BEING KIND...IT”S WORKING

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One of the Best Accounting Firms Please Support our Wonderful Local Businesses!!

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Cordano, Severson & Associates, LTD Thank you for voting us The Best Clothing Boutique!

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Providing dresses for any occassion! Prom, homecoming, first communion, mother of the Bride, black tie events, graduation, and casual events too!

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THANK YOU JOLIET/WILL COUNTY FOR VOTING US “THE BEST ICE CREAM” IN WILL COUNTY FOR 5 YEARS STRAIGHT!!

YOU ARE THE GREATEST CUSTOMERS ON EARTH

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Dr. Douglas Ray Bierma M.D. was voted best Pediatrcian

Rowland Animal Clinic was voted best Veterinarian.

Chicken-N-Spice was voted best Chicken Wings and best Fried Chicken.

Joliet Town & Country Lanes was voted best Bowling Alley.

John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders Inc was voted best Auto Body Services

Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic was voted best Chiropractor.

Amy M. Mcpherson, DPM was voted best Podiatrist.

The Original Walt’s Ice Cream was voted best Ice Cream / Custard.

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First Bank of Manhattan was voted best Bank

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Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc. was voted bes Cleaning Service.

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Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse was voted best Gardening/ Landscaping.

Hamburgerseria was voted best Burger.

Gabrielle Horvat-Macias, Taylor Street Realty was voted best Real Estate Broker.

The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci was voted best Lawyer/ Law Firm.

Royal Restoration LLC was voted best Local Home Improvement Service/ Contractor.

La Mex was voted best Mexican Food.

Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc. was voted best Heating / A.C.

Lawson’s Garage Inc was voted best Auto Maintenance/Repair.

Village Flower Shop was voted best Florist.

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Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center was voted best Birtday Party Venue.

Axion Dental was voted best Dentist.

Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage was voted best Mortgage Broker.

Omega Plumbing was voted best Plumber.

Taste of Joliet was voted best Festival/ Local Event.

Bliss Hair Studio was voted best Beauty Salon.

Athletico Physical Therapy Shorewood was voted best Physical Therapy.

Alden Estates of Shorewood was voted best Senior Care Facility.

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Double-J-Sports Bar Inc. was voted best Sports Bar.

Mickey’s Gyros was voted best Gyro.

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Cemeno’s Pizza was voted best Thin Crust Pizza.

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Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.

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Three Rivers Association of Realtors was voted best Business To Business Services & best Business to Business Employer.

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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.

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Cornerstone Services was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.

See page 41 for the complete list of the best places to work as voted by our readers!

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Merchants and Manufacturers Bank was voted best Financial Institution/Service City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.

Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Employer Under 100 employees

SERVPRO of Joliet was voted best Family Owned Business Employer.

St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.

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Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.

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Three Rivers Association of Realtors was voted best Business To Business Services & best Business to Business Employer.

PrideStaff was voted best Service Industry Employer

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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.

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Cornerstone Services was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.

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Merchants and Manufacturers Bank was voted best Financial Institution/Service City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.

Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Employer Under 100 employees

SERVPRO of Joliet was voted best Family Owned Business Employer.

St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.

Syl’s Chophouse was voted best Fine Dining.

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Emediate Cure Quick Care was voted best Family Practice/ Primary Care Doctor.

Will County Brewing Company was voted best Microbrewery.

Eye 2 Eye was voted best Eye Doctor.

Trinity Christian School was voted best Preschool/ Daycare.

Habitat for Humanity Joliet ReStore was voted best Resale / Antique Shop.

Jacob Henry Mansion was voted best Banquet Facility.

Posh West Boutique was voted best Gift Shop.

The Dock at Inwood was voted best Lunch.

Milano Bakery Inc was voted best Bakery.

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Kevin Molloy- State Farm Insurance Agent was voted best Insurance Agency.

Mistwood Golf Club was voted best Golf Course.

Binny’s Beverage Depot was voted best Liquor Store.

Al’s Steak House Restaurant was voted best Steak.

Fred C Dames Funeral Home and Crematory was voted best Funeral Services.

Crispy Waffle was voted best Breakfast.

Hinsdale Orthopaedics was voted best Orthopaedic Doctors.

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Home Cut Donuts, Inc. was voted best Donuts.

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Babe’s was voted best Hot Dog.

Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center was voted best Car Wash.

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Inwood Athletic Club was voted best Health/ Fitness Club.

Witches Night Out was voted best Non-Profit Annual Fundraising Event

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria was voted best Deep Dish Pizza.

City Wide Mattress was voted best Mattress Store.

Portillo’s Hot Dogs was voted best Italian Beef.

Station One Smokehouse was voted best BBQ.

Fine Tunes Center for the Arts was voted best Family Recreation.

Wermer Rogers Doran & Ruzon LLC was voted best Accountant/ Financial Advisor.

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Beth’s Dance Academy was voted best Dance Studio.

Happy Belly Chefs was voted best Catering.

Ask Dress Boutique was voted best Clothing Boutique.

K9 Tailshakers was voted best Pet Service/ Supplies.

The Floor 4U.com was voted best Flooring Store.

Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Therapeutic Services.

Mitchell’s Food Mart was voted best Meat Market/Butcher Shop.

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Knights of Columbus 4400 was voted best Fish Fry.

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Merichka’s Restaurant was voted best Poor Boy.

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Family.

Friends.

Community.

2020 Proud to be voted one of the Best Dentists in Will County!

Thank you to all of our current and future patients!..We couldn’t do it without you!

Rick Hakey, Agent 24048 W Lockport Street Plainfield, IL 60544 Bus: 815-436-5608 rick@rickhakey.com

We’re all in this together.

State Farm® has a long tradition of being there. That’s one reason why I’m proud to support all our local communities! Thank you for selecting Team Hakey Three Consecutive Years in a row Best of Will County!

Here to help life go right.

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Manhattan and New Lenox for voting us BEST BANK in Will County!

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Since opening our doors in 1907, it has always been our desire to make our community a better place to live, work, or operate a business.

To us, “First” is more than a word in our bank name. It’s a reminder to always put our customers, our community, our neighbors, and our employees first.

We appreciate your confidence in us, and thank you for voting us Best Bank in Will County!

New Lenox

Lobby only Monday - Thursday, 7:00am-5:00pm

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Manhattan

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Manhattan

550 W. North St. 815-478-4611

Lobby Hours Drive-Up Hours M - Th, 8:30 am-5:00 pm M - F, 7:00 am-7:00 pm F, 8:30 am-6:00 pm Sat, 7:00 am-3:00 pm Sat, 8:00 am-Noon Sun, 9:00 am-1:00 pm Sun, Closed

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Portillo’s Hot Dog

Will County Brewing Company

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Croatian Cultural Club Knights Of Columbus #382

Beef Shack Chicken-N-Spice

MyGrain Brewing Company Mad Hatchet Brewing

FRIED CHICKEN

LIQUOR STORE

PIZZA- Deep Dish

BEST

BEST

Chicken-N-Spice

Binny’s Beverage Depot

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

White Fence Farm Restaurant Chicken-N-Spice Shorewood

Iron&Glass Taproom & Bottleshop Joe’s Beverage Warehouse

Maurie’s Table Giordano’s

GYRO

LUNCH

PIZZA- Thin Crust

BEST

BEST

Mickeys Gyros

The Dock at Inwood

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Gyro Shack Johnny’s Beef & Gyros

Chicken-N-Spice Thayer Bros Deli & Grille

Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA Freedom Brothers Pizzeria and Alehouse

HOT DOG

MEAT MARKET/BUTCHER SHOP

POOR BOY

BEST

BEST

Babe’s

Mitchell’s Food Mart

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Jerrie’s Dogs & More Joe’s Hot Dog

Tischler’s Market C P Meat Market Inc

Cookie’s Restaurant & Lounge Babe’s

ICE CREAM / CUSTARD

MEXICAN FOOD

SPORTS BAR

BEST

BEST

The Original Walt’s Ice Cream

La Mex

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Hazel Marie’s Minooka Creamery

Sunshine Mexican Cafe (Party Time RJ) Habanero Mexican Fine Cuisine

ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

BEST

Cemeno’s Pizza ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

Merichka’s Restaurant ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

Double-J-Sports Bar Inc ONE OF THE BEST

Heroes West Sports Grill On The Rocks Joliet

STEAK BEST

Al’s Steak House Restaurant ONE OF THE BEST

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Bliss Hair Studio ONE OF THE BEST

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GRAZIE! We Are Thankful that you voted FESTA ITALIANA as “ONE OF THE BEST” FESTIVAL/LOCAL EVENT

CHIROPRACTOR

SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR!!

AUGUST 14-15, 2021

BEST

Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic ONE OF THE BEST

Community Chiropractic Center Anew Medical And Rehabilitation, Dr. Lisa Rubis

Entertainment both days!

DENTIST

FREE ADMISSION

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Axion Dental

Come and see what everyone is talking about!

ONE OF THE BEST

American Italian Cultural Society 1918 Donmaur • Crest Hill, IL 60403

Malinowski & Sefcik, D.D.S. Shorewood Family Dental Care SM-CL1832746

For more details, call 815-725-7450 or visit our website www.americanitalian.org

Thank You for voting us one of the Best Florists in Will County!

November 23rd - 29th Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Come join us for our very first Merry Mercantile - an Outdoor Market Filled with Fresh Holiday Decorations. Opening Monday, November 23rd

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The Best of Will County!

I continue to proudly provide you professional representation with personal attention Because it’s not just a house, it’s your home.

We are Proud to be voted One of the Best Municipality Employers!

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VOTED “One of the Best” Senior Care Facilities in Will County

2020

Thank you for voting us one of the best for the second year in a row!

IS IT TIME TO FIND YOUR LOVED ONE A NEW HOME?

(773) 255-4981 • rauccilaw.com

12631 W. 187th Street Mokena, Illinois 60448 Call us at 815-485-5680 SM-CL1833142

Thank You For Voting Me “One Of The Best” Realtors In Will County And Putting Your Trust in My Real Estate Skills!

I appreciate my family, friends & clients immensely, for your support!

2020

2017

Diane Lambert 815-509-0656 dlambert@coldwellhomes.com www.dianemlambertrealtor.com

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• Diamond International Society member for Sale Production • Certified Relocation Marketing and Buyer Agent • #1 agent in the Shorewood Office 2015, 2016 & 2018 • Multi-Million Dollar Sales Agent • Ninja Selling Agent • 30 Years as a Real Estate Banker • Chairman of the Board for The Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce • Shorewood Hugs Member • Shorewood Ambassador • Shorewood Village Clerk

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Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence

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EYE DOCTOR

ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR

BEST

BEST

Eye 2 Eye

Hinsdale Orthopaedics

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Kuhar Vision Care C&C Vision Gallery

Illinois Orthopedic Institute Dr. Anuj S. Puppala, MD

FAMILY PRACTICE/ PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR BEST

Emediate Cure Quick Care- Joliet & Shorewood ONE OF THE BEST

Home | Elemental Care - Health & Wellness Center Steve Cataldo, DuPage Medical

HEALTH / FITNESS CLUB

Being voted one of the best restaurants in the steak category this year is quite an honor as a newer restaurant. We take the utmost pride in all we do and absolutely love that our community is taking notice!

Thank you to all who voted for our chophouse and we hope to continue to bring the best toWill County for many years to come.

BEST

Inwood Athletic Club 2020

ONE OF THE BEST

158 N. CHICAGO ST. JOLIET 815-409-7411 | WWW.CUT158CHOPHOUSE.COM

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Proud to Be Voted One of Will County’s Best!

Call to find out why Window World of Joliet was voted one of Will County’s Best Local Home Improvement Services.

We install year-round. Call for a free virtual or in-person quote!

CALL (815) 729-3100

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MOTORSPORTS 2020

WE ARE PROUD TO BE VOTED ONE OF THE BEST IN AUTO MAINTENANCE & REPAIR, TWO YEARS IN A ROW!

THANK YOU 201 MCDONALD AVE., JOLIET 60431 • 815-730-0563 SM-CL1832870

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WILL COUNTY BREWING COMPANY

We are Proud to be voted

THE BEST Brewery, THREE years in a row!

1142 W. Jefferson St., Shorewood • 815-582-4157 • Willcountybrew.com

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A Special Shout out to all of those who voted for us and our Many Customers...We couldn't make it happen without you

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FOR VOTING FOR US!

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PEDIATRICIAN

SENIOR CARE FACILITY

BEST

BEST

Dr. Douglas Ray Bierma M.D.

Alden Estates of Shorewood

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Aschinberg Pediatrics Thomas Moore, MD

Our Lady of Angels Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence

PHYSICAL THERAPY

THERAPEUTIC SERVICES

BEST

BEST

Athletico Physical Therapy - Shorewood

Divas Salon & Spa

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Brightmore Physical Therapy DuPage Medical Group

Tranquility Massage and Bodywork CoCo Marie’s Lash & Wax Studio

PODIATRIST BEST

Amy M. Mcpherson, DPM ONE OF THE BEST

Joe M George D.P.M. Essington Podiatry Group, Dr. Ada Paolucci and Dr. Andrew Wahl

2020

Thanks for voting us “The Best”

Auto Body Services in Will County

For THREE Consecutive Years!

2018

2019

2020

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2020

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Thank You for recognizing us as i The Best Accounting Firm in Will County!

755 Essington Road • Joliet 815 730-6250 • wrdr.com

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Helping you with your accounting needs for 63 years!

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BEST Orthopedic Physician Services & Anuj Puppala, M.D. as “One of the Best” Orthopedic Doctors of Will County by Readers’ Choice

Anuj Puppala, M.D.

Call to Make an Appointment: 951 Essington Rd. Joliet, IL 60435

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www.hinsdale-orthopaedics.com

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HOUSE&HOME CLEANING SERVICES

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HEATING/ A.C.

PLUMBING

BEST

BEST

BEST

Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc.

Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc.

Omega Plumbing

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Zark Heating and Air-conditioning HAS Services

AMP Plumbing & Mechanical R.J. GRAHAM PLUMBING

ONE OF THE BEST

Exquisite Carpet Cleaning Bulldog Carpet Cleaning

FLOORING STORE BEST

The Floor 4U.com ONE OF THE BEST

LOCAL HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE BEST

Royal Restoration LLC ONE OF THE BEST

Marchio Tile & Carpet The Flooring Guys

Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co., Inc. Window World of Joliet

GARDENING/ LANDSCAPING

MATTRESS STORE

BEST

Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse ONE OF THE BEST

Sunshine Garden Center Bothwell Farms

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PETS

BEST

City Wide Mattress ONE OF THE BEST

Mike’s Furniture Turk Furniture

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PET SERVICES/ SUPPLIES BEST

K9 Tailshakers ONE OF THE BEST

BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare Karol Mitcheff-Neybert, Trainer. Mokena PetSmart.

VETERINARIAN BEST

Rowland Animal Clinic ONE OF THE BEST

Shorewood Animal Hospital Animal Care Center of Plainfield

VOTED ONE OF THE BEST BANKS IN WILL COUNTY

Thank You

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THANK YOU READERS!

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For Selecting Me Readers’ Choice

Best Pediatrician

I’m Proud to Serve this great community and take care of the ones you Love.

Drive up or call us at 815.730.2307

D gl R Douglas R. Bierma, MD

We have four Joliet locations 1415 W Jefferson St | 2801 W JeffersonSt

Member FDIC

700 W. Jefferson St. Shorewood 815-741-2888

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Your Support is a Gift Thank You

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Gabrielle Horvat-Macias Broker-Agent 815.703.6277 taylorstreetrealty.com

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FirstMidwest.com

2020

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1301 Larkin Ave | 212 N Chicago St

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES H ACCOUNTING H FUNERAL H REAL ESTATE H ACCOUNTANT/ FINANCIAL ADVISOR

FUNERAL SERVICES

BEST

Wermer Rogers Doran & Ruzon LLC

BEST

BEST

Fred C Dames Funeral Home and Crematory

Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd. Carey Financial Services, Tom Carey (Tie) Paul Kaczmarek Primerica (Tie)

Farkas Funeral Home Tezak Home to Celebrate Life

INSURANCE AGENCY BEST

BANK

ONE OF THE BEST

David Holmes, Oakleaf Community Mortgage Missy Trepel, First Midwest Bank

Kevin Molloy- State Farm Insurance Agent

REAL ESTATE BROKER

First Bank of Manhattan

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Rick Hakey - State Farm Insurance Agent John Wright - State Farm Insurance Agent

Gabrielle Horvat-Macias, Taylor Street Realty

BEST

BEST

Merchants and Manufacturers Bank First Midwest Bank

LAWYER/ LAW FIRM

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICE BEST

Three Rivers Association of Realtors ONE OF THE BEST

CraftnDraft Inc., Graphic Design Studio Ragusa’s Promo Advertising

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MORTGAGE BROKER

RETAIL

BEST

The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci

ONE OF THE BEST

Carrie Mitcheff, Century 21 Pride Realty Diane Lambert, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

ONE OF THE BEST

AuBuchon & Pennuto Law, LLC James Flanagan Attorney At Law A Professional Corporation

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CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

GIFT SHOP

RESALE / ANTIQUE SHOP

BEST

BEST

BEST

Ask Dress Boutique

Posh West Boutique

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Posh West Boutique Moody Blues Jeans Boutique

Daniel Richard Jewelers SaraBoo Creek

Audiophil’s Records Bring it Home “Again”

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-Dr. Carissa Baranoski

“ONE OF THE BEST�

Mortgage Brokers in Will County!

Missy Trepel

Residential Lender, NMLS# 576737 Missy.Trepel@ďŹ rstmidwest.com FirstMidwest.com/MissyTrepel 815.774.2249

Thank you to all who voted M&M Bank the Best Financial Services Employer & One of the Best Banks in Will County!

Thank you for voting us...

WINNER in the 2020 RE ADERS CHOICE AWARDS

One of the

BEST in the MATTRESS S TO R E category

BLACK FRIDAY SALE!

SAVE

500

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| 2901 RING ROAD |

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Proudly providing quality Chiropractic care to Will County patients of all ages for 10 years!

2020

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“Thank you Will County! I am honored and humbled to receive this award.

Thank you for trusting me with your care.

Thank You for Voting me as

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TWO YEARS IN A ROW!

It is such an honor to win the

Best Burger of Will County 2020

“Thank You”

for voting Emediate Cure “The Best” Family Practice and one of “The Best” Healthcare Employers

• Family Owned •Open 9-9 Everyday, including weekends & Holidays.

•No appointment needed. Walk-Ins welcome.

A huge thank you to all who voted!

We wouldn’t be here without our wonderful customers and dedicated restaurant team.

1508 Essington Rd., Joliet 1039 Brookforest Ave., Shorewood.

EmediateCure.com | 815-733-5952

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THANK YOU TO OUR PATIENTS AND FRIENDS

that voted for us again, for

ONE OF THE BEST DENTISTS IN WILL COUNTY! Malinowski and Sefcik DDS 903 129th Infantry Dr Suite 100 • Joliet IL 60435 815 725 1605 • www.malinowskisefcik.com

The officers and members of the Croatian Cultural Club extend our thanks and appreciation to all who voted us as one of the top 3 fish fry’s in Joliet! We appreciate your support and patronage of the club.

The Croatian Cultural Club has been in establishment for over 60 years. Our club offers everyday low drink prices, live video gaming, great music and our famous Friday Fish Fry’s with our delicious parsley potatoes. Please check out our website for upcoming events. www.Croatianculturalclub.com Hope to see you at the club soon!

Trinity Christian Preschool

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Thank you to my clients for voting me One of the Best Insurance Agents in Will County.

I am grateful.

Two Locations: Shorewood & Plainfield 815-577-9310 ext.31 www.trinitychristian.info

2020

John Wright, Agent

THANK YOU for voting Trinity Christian Preschool “THE BEST” preschool in Will County!

Visit us at our Open House Sunday, January 24, 2021 2:00-4:00pm 901 Shorewood Drive, Shorewood

1050 Essington Rd Joliet, IL 60435 Bus: 815-725-5052 john@wrightjd.com Hablamos Español *Average annual per household savings based on a 2019 national survey by State Farm® of new policyholders who reported savings by switching to State Farm.

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company Bloomington, IL State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company of Texas Richardson, TX 2001308 SM-CL1833769

The right insurance at the right price is available now.

On average, you’ll save $536*!

All you need to do is make the switch. It’s easy. Just call me today.

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BEST EMPLOYERBUSINESS TO BUSINESS BEST

Three Rivers Association of Realtors ONE OF THE BEST

BEST EMPLOYER- EDUCATION BEST

St Mary Immaculate Parish School ONE OF THE BEST

University of St. Francis Lewis University

BEST

Silver Cross Hospital ONE OF THE BEST

Emediate Cure Quick Care-Shorewood C&C Vision Gallery

BEST EMPLOYER- INDUSTRIAL BEST

ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery ONE OF THE BEST

All American Recycling Ecolab

BEST EMPLOYER- MUNICIPALITY BEST

BEST EMPLOYERSERVICE INDUSTRY BEST

PrideStaff ONE OF THE BEST

J.D. Brown Pharmacy Merichka’s Restaurant

BEST EMPLOYER- WAREHOUSE BEST

The Wine Cellar Outlet Joliet ONE OF THE BEST

Amazon Fulfillment Center - MDW4 Wilton Industries

BEST EMPLOYER- FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS

City of Joliet

LARGE EMPLOYER OVER 100 EMPLOYEES

BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

BEST

SERVPRO of Joliet

Village of Plainfield Shorewood Village Hall

Silver Cross Hospital

ONE OF THE BEST

Chignoli Auto Sales Divas Salon & Spa

BEST EMPLOYER- FINANCIAL INSTITUTION/SERVICE BEST

BEST EMPLOYER- NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION BEST

Cornerstone Services ONE OF THE BEST

ONE OF THE BEST

Joliet Area Community Hospice Will County Sheriff’s Office

SMALL EMPLOYER UNDER 100 EMPLOYEES BEST

Merchants and Manufacturers Bank

Joliet Area Community Hospice St. Mary Immaculate Parish

Divas Salon & Spa

ONE OF THE BEST

BEST EMPLOYER- RETAIL

ONE OF THE BEST

First Bank of Manhattan Busey Bank

BEST

Dan’s Homemade Candies ONE OF THE BEST

Bella Fiori Flower Shop Inc David Nelson Exquisite Jewelry

St. Mary Immaculate Parish Chicken-n-Spice

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Village Realty Cornerstone Services

BEST EMPLOYER- HEALTHCARE

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of Joliet as Best Employer-Family owned business. We are grateful, humbled and proud to serve our community!

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THANKYOU TO ALL WHO VOTED US “THE BEST” Business to Business Service Business to Business Employer

2020

2020

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We are up to date on the latest technology and equipment needed for safe collision repair.

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Our collision technicians are highly trained and certified.

We work with all insurance companies and help with the entire claim process.

Phone: 815-478-7200 • Fax: 815-478-7222 100 Railroad St, Manhattan, IL 60442

ManhattanCollisionReviews.com www.facebook.com/ManhattanCollisionCenter

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Funeral Homes in Will County in The Herald News Readers Choice Contest!

2019

1211 Plainfield Road Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 722-0524 • www.tezakfuneralhome.com

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Will County for Voting Us

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We are Open for Delivery, Curbside, Phone & Online Orders 1327 N. Raynor Ave. Joliet | (815) 726-4441 PalmerFloristInc.com

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Thank you to everyone who voted us

Specializing in Comprehensive Eye Exams, Diabetic Examinations, Cataract Evaluations, Full Glaucoma Care, Eye Disease, Eye Infections & Eye Injuries

“ONE OF THE BEST” Beauty Salons in the Herald-News Readers’ Choice Contest!

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HUSH SALON 24913 S. Sage, Channahon 815.828.5871 HushSalonOnSage.com

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Call and schedule an appointment today!

We accept Medicare, Most Vision Plans, Medical Insurances & Care Credit. We also have a large selection of Eyewear & Contact Lens options available.

Eye 2 Eye Vision Center

2537 Plainfield Rd. • Joliet 815-577-2020

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815-254-2500 1630 Essington Rd., Joliet www.cemenospizza.com

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