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815-722-1420
20 South Eastern Avenue, Joliet, Illinois 60433
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We are extremely honored and proud that you have chosen Silver Cross as the Best Employer over 100 Employees and Best Employer in Healthcare. Thank you! For life’s unexpected illnesses and injuries and all your healthcare needs, you can count on our compassionate staff to provide the safest, highest quality, personalized care. At Silver Cross, it’s not unusual. It is simply the way you should be treated. To learn more about Silver Cross, referral to a physician on our medical staff or apply for a job, visit www.silvercross.org. 1900 Silver Cross Blvd. • New Lenox • www.silvercross.org • (815) 300-1100
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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 allowed our readers to vote on our website for their favorite businesses, services, employers and more in the 2019 Best of Will County Reader’s Choice Awards. Theses 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.
2175 Oneida St. Joliet, Il 60435 815-280-4100 www.theherald-news.com
To Everyone who Voted for Us!
Best Steak & One of The Best in Fine Dining
THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!
RAMCORP, INC
Mason Contractors QUALITY MASONRY WITH COMPETITIVE PRICING 421 N. WATER STREET | WILMINGTON, IL 60481 | 815-476-7961 WWW.RAMCORPINC.NET
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Members Of
We Are Proud of Our Trainer KAROL MITCHEFF-NEYBERT for Being “ONE OF THE BEST� in Will County! 21430 Wolf Rd., Mokena
(815) 464-4979
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THANKS TO OUR PATIENTS for voting us
BEST DENTISTS IN WILL COUNTY for the third year in a row!
Jim Malinowski, D.D.S. & David Sefcik, D.D.S. 903 129th Infantry Dr., Suite 100 • Joliet, IL 60435 815-725-1605 • malinowskisefcik.com
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Auto Body Services BEST
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 Specialty Auto Care Inc.
Car Wash BEST
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ONE OF THE BEST
Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center Motor Mat Car Wash Thank You for voting us One of the Best Clothing Boutiques!
2019
CHRISTOPHER J. BAILEY, DPM, FACFAS DIPLOMATE AMERICAN BOARD OF PODIATRIC SURGERY BOARD CERTIFIED IN FOOT SURGERY BOARD CERTIFIED IN RECONSTRUCTIVE REARFOOT/ANKLE SURGERY
Providing beautiful dresses & gowns for pageants, prom, homecoming, black tie events, First Communion and Mother of the Bride as well as your less formal events
707 W. Jefferson St. Unit N Shorewood, IL 60404 815-630-3009 www.askdressboutique.com
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FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY | WOUND CARE | DIABETES | HEEL PAIN FRACTURES | SPORTS INJURIES | PEDIATRICS B A I L E Y F O O TA N DA N K L E . C O M 13520 SOUTH ROUTE 59, SUITE 104 PLAINFIELD, IL 60544 | 815.230.2255 SM-CL1718155
Thank You for your votes Will County!
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Milano Bakery Inc
Crispy Waffle
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Fleckenstein's Bakery Steve’s Bakery
The Southern Cafe Crest Hill Gina's Teardrop Cafe
Banquet Facility
Burger
BEST
BEST
Jacob Henry Mansion
Hamburgerseria
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Mistwood Golf Club Rialto Square Theatre
Sovereign MyGrain Brewing Company
BBQ
Catering
BEST
BEST
Station One Smokehouse
Chicken-N-Spice
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Baby Back Blues BBQ Firewater BBQ & Brew
Bella Cucina Catering Happy Belly Chefs
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FOR VOTING FOR US!
fleckensteins.com
19225 S. LaGrange Road, Mokena • (708) 479-5256
352 West Maple, Suite E, New Lenox • (815) 462-3595
THANK YOU 2001 Essington Rd Joliet 815-733-6888 SM-CL1723279
to All of our Patients who Voted for us in the Best of Will County Readers Choice contest
THANK YOU
to All the Readers who voted for us in the Best of Will County Readers Choice Contest 632 S. Weber Rd. ‹‹ Romeoville ‹‹ 815-782-5559 SM-CL1724942 SM-CL1724942
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 our club. The Croatian Cultural Club has been in establishment for over 50 years. We are open to the public daily at 2 p.m. Our club offers everyday low drink prices, live video gaming, great music and our famous Friday Fish Fry’s with our delicious homemade parsley potatoes. There is live entertainment on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Please check out our website for a listing of bands and upcoming events. www.croatianculturalclub.com/ Hope to see you at the Joliet Croatian Club soon!
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Fish Fry
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Chicken-N-Spice
Knights of Columbus 4400
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Hooters Buffalo Wild Wings
Croatian Cultural Club Knights of Columbus 5573
Donuts
Fried Chicken BEST
Chicken-N-Spice Joliet
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Donut Den Fleckenstein's Bakery
White Fence Farm Restaurant Chicken-N-Spice Shorewood
Fine Dining
Gyro
BEST
BEST
Truth Restaurant
Mickey’s Gyros
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Al's Steak House Restaurant Syl’s Restaurant & Lounge
Gyro Shack Mr. Submarine
“Thank You”
for voting Emediate Cure “The Best” Family Practice and one of “The Best” Healthcare Employers
We are so proud to serve this community!
• Family Owned •Open 9-9 Everyday, including weekends & Holidays. •No appointment needed. Walk-Ins welcome. 1508 Essington Rd., Joliet and 1039 Brookforest Ave., Shorewood.
EmediateCure.com | 815-733-5952
FOR VOTING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BEST RESALE SHOP IN WILL COUNTY!
Shop our ReStore this holiday season for unique holiday gifts & great prices on everyday merchandise: furniture, flooring, construction material, lighting & more!
1395 N. Larkin Ave. Joliet
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BEST
Home Cut Donuts, Inc.
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Crown Jewel Black Opal Mattress of the month CUSHION FIRM TWIN SET
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Joe's Hot Dog
La Mex
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Babe's Portillo's Hot Dogs
The Blue Taco Habanero Mexican Fine Cuisine
Ice Cream / Custard
Microbrewery
BEST
BEST
The Original Walt's Ice Cream
Will County Brewing Company
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Hazel Marie's Ranch Frostie
MyGrain Brewing Company River Hawk Brewing
Italian Beef
Deep Dish Pizza
BEST
BEST
Portillo's Hot Dogs
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Chicken-N-Spice Beef Shack
Giordano's Maurie's Table
Liquor Store
Thin Crust Pizza
Steak BEST
Al's Steak House Restaurant
BEST
BEST
Binny's Beverage Depot
Big Pauly's Wood Fired Pizza
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Iron & Glass Taproom & Bottleshop Twin-Dor Package Liquor
Cemeno's Pizza Maurie's Table
Lunch
Poor Boy
BEST
BEST
Chicken-N-Spice
Merichka's Restaurant
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Gina's Teardrop Café Thayer Bros Deli & Grille
Chefy's Kitchen Babe's
Meat Market/ Butcher Shop
Sports Bar
BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Opera House Steak & Seafood Syl’s Restaurant & Lounge
CABINET & TOP CO., INC.
BEST
“One of the Best”
Heroes West Sports Grill
Mitchell's Food Mart
LOCAL HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
ONE OF THE BEST ONE OF THE BEST
Tischler's Market C P Meat Market Inc
Symerton Tap and Grill Fritz's Pour House Bar
1000 S Cedar Rd New Lenox, IL 60451 815-485-2564 www.TristarCabinets.com
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HEALTH&BEAUTY
Beauty Salon
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Chiropractor
Dentist
Eye Doctor
BEST
BEST
BEST
BEST
Bliss Hair Studio
Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic
Nelson Ridge Family Dental
Eye 2 Eye
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Malinowski & Sefcik, D.D.S. David J Rubis DDS; Advanced Family Dental & Orthodontics
Kuhar Vision Care C&C Vision Gallery
ONE OF THE BEST
Divas Salon & Spa Versed Salon
Lonestar Chiropractic and Wellness Center, LLC Plainfield Chiropractic Clinic
815-744-7773
2600 W. Jefferson St. Joliet, Il 60435 www.babeshotdogs@sbcglobal.net
THANK YOU
Will County for once again honoring us with one of The Best Hot Dogs and Poorboy’s!
-Tim and Amy Reilly
THE BEST
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1121 E Illinois Hwy, New Lenox, IL, 60451 www.probstcollision.com (815) 485-8411
Thank You for voting us One of The BEST Chiropractors! ~ Dr. Jenna Ewers
852 Sharp Dr. Unit J, Shorewood • 815-630-4859
THANK YOU for voting us “THE BEST”
FRIED CHICKEN, LUNCH, CHICKEN WINGS & CATERING and
“ONE OF THE BEST” ITALIAN BEEF in Will County
50 BREAST CHUNKS
CHICKEN ON THE BONE
$60.56
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Specializing in Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Pain Management & Massage
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Orthopedic Doctors
Physical Therapy
Senior Care Facility
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BEST
BEST
Hinsdale Orthopaedics
Athletico Physical Therapy Shorewood
Alden Estates of Shorewood
Emediate Cure Quick Care ONE OF THE BEST ONE OF THE BEST
Elemental Care Health & Wellness Center Molly D'Costa, My Family Doc
Health / Fitness Club
ONE OF THE BEST
Illinois Orthopedic Institute Midwest Sports Medicine Institute - Plainfield
Lindsay M. O'Neal, DPT ATI Physical Therapy
Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence Our Lady of Angels
Pediatrics
Podiatrist
Theraputic Services
ONE OF THE BEST
BEST
BEST
BEST
Motivation Fitness Joliet
Aschinberg Pediatrics
Bailey Foot & Ankle Specialist PC: Dr. Bailey & Dr. McPherson
Tranquility Massage and Bodywork
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Essington Podiatry Group Foot & Ankle Clinic: Dr. Shanholtzer
Tranquil Soul Yoga & Wellness Studio Massage Therapy by Courtney
BEST
CrossFit Mettle and Honor Rise Above: Personal Training
Jercinovic Pediatrics/ Dr. J. Pediatrics Dupage Medical Group Pediatrics in Shorewood
VOTED ONE OF WILL COUNTY’S TWO CONSECUTIVE YEARS IN A ROW! Receive a Complimentary Review of your Current Mortgage or get Pre-Qualified today!
David Holmes
Senior Mortgage Broker Direct: (815)405-6002 DavidH@MyOakLeaf.com 24252 W. Main Street Plainfield, IL 60564 NMLS #217960 NMLS #627900. Equal Housing Lender. This is not a commitment to lend or extend credit. Restrictions may apply. Information an/or data are subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval. SM-CL1717453
Thank you for voting us one of the Best Catering Services in Will County! SM-CL1716895
2019
(815) 726-0003 826 Violetta Ave. Joliet
Catering - Personal Chef - Cooking Classes Care Package Meals - Pop-Up Events
“THANK YOU for Voting us the #1 Thin Crust Pizza- TWO years in a row! “ - Pauly and Christine Horwath
20280 S. LaGrange Road Frankfort 815-534-5828 ON
www.tranquilsoulstudio.com
@BIGPAULYSWOODFIREDPIZZA
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2019
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VOTED ONE OF WILL COUNTY’S FOUR CONSECUTIVE YEARS IN A ROW! Receive a Complimentary Review of your Current Mortgage or get Pre-Qualified today!
Joseph LaGiglia Senior Mortgage Broker Direct: 630-936-3242 JosephL@MyOakLeaf.com 24252 W. Main Street Plainfield, IL 60564 NMLS #703971
NMLS #627900. Equal Housing Lender. This is not a commitment to lend or extend credit. Restrictions may apply. Information and/or data are subject to change without notice. All loans are subjected to credit approval. SM-CL1717454
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ALL FRESH | NEVER FROZEN NON-GMO
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Jen's Cleaning Service
Sunshine Garden Center
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Kesap Clean Cleaning & Window Cleaning Service Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc.
In Abel We Trust Tree Maintenance Bothwell Farms
Flooring Store
Heating / A.C.
BEST
BEST
The Floor 4U.com
Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc.
ONE OF THE BEST
Marchio Tile & Carpet The Flooring Guys
ONE OF THE BEST
Zark Heating and Air-Conditioning HAS Services
THANK YOU to our neighbors!
Thanks for voting us THE BEST beauty salon in Will County!
Locally owned and managed since 1907.
550 W. North St., Manhattan, IL 60442 230 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442 815-478-4611 Member
FDIC
836 W. Laraway Rd., New Lenox, IL 60451 (Next to Dunkin’ Donuts)
815-462-9201
www.fnbmanhattan.com
(815) 759-9151 | 852 Sharp Dr. Shorewood, IL www.blisshairstudioinc.com
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Mattress Store
Plumbing
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BEST
City Wide Mattress
AMP Plumbing & Mechanical
Royal Restoration LLC ONE OF THE BEST
Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co., Inc. Relentless Carpentry Inc
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Bob's Discount Furniture and Mattress Store Mattress Firm Joliet Mall
Omega Plumbing Perry Brown Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
2019
“BEST GYROS I’VE EVER HAD”
est 1993
Google review -John P.
Thank you to our 2019
2018
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Thank you to my clients for trusting me with your transactions and voting my firm one of 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.
815-726-3466
@gyroshackjoliet
American Motorsports WE ARE PROUD TO BE VOTED ONE OF THE BEST IN AUTO MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR!
Thank You! FOR YOUR LOYALTY AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS • COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR • MAINTENANCE • DIAGNOSTICS
(773) 255-4981 • rauccilaw.com
201 MCDONALD AVE., JOLIET 60431 • 815-730-0563
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Thank You! Two Locations: Shorewood & Plainfield 815-577-9310 ext.31 www.trinitychristian.info
We are proud to have received 2019 Reader’s Choice Awards in the following categories: Best Golf Course – Inwood Golf Course One of the Best Golf Courses – Woodruff Golf Course One of the Best in Family Recreation One of the Best Festivals/Events – Taste of Joliet
THANK YOU for voting Trinity Christian Preschool one of “THE BEST” preschools in Will County!
Visit us at our Open House Sunday, January 26, 2020 2:00-4:00 pm
One of the Best Birthday Party Venues
Joliet Park District
901 Shorewood Drive, Shorewood
to teach... more than dance... poise, self esteem, grace... we exist for your children
Thank You for voting Vaughan Dance Academy One of The Best Dance Studios! 15112 S. FOX RIVER ST. 24116 W. LOCKPORT ST. PLAINFIELD, IL 60544 (630) 750-3238 WWW.VAUGHANDANCE.COM
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First Bank of Manhattan was voted best Bank.
Joe’s Hot Dog was voted best Hot Dog.
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.
John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders Inc was voted best Auto Body Services.
Kids Connection Preschool was voted best Pre School/ Daycare.
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Bailey Foot & Ankle Specialist PC: Dr. Bailey & Dr. McPherson was voted best Podiatrist.
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Delta Sonic Car Wash was voted best Car Wash.
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Tranquility Massage and Bodywork was voted best Theraputic Services.
Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic was voted best Chiropractor.
Mickey’s Gyros was voted best Gyro.
Paul Kaczmarek, Primerica was voted best Accountant/ Financial Advisor.
Aschinberg Pediatrics was voted best Pediatrics.
Alden Estates of Shorewood was voted best Senior Care Facility.
Bliss Hair Studio was voted best Beauty Salon.
Athletico Physical Therapy Shorewood was voted best Physical Therapy.
Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball was voted best Non-Profit Annual Fundraising Event.
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Gene Mundt, American Portfolio Mortgage Corp. was voted best Mortgage Broker.
Rowland Animal Clinic was voted best Veterinarian.
Chicken-N-Spice was voted best Catering, best Chicken Wings, best Lunch and best Fried Chicken.
Joliet Town & Country Lanes was voted best Bowling Alley.
Lawson’s Garage Inc was voted best Auto Maintenance/ Repair.
SaraBoo Creek was voted best Gift Shop.
Big Pauly’s Wood Fired Pizza was voted best Thin Crust Pizza.
The Original Walt’s Ice Cream was voted best Ice Cream / Custard.
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Kevin Molloy, State Farm Insurance was voted best Insurance Agency.
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Festa Italiana, American Italian Cultural Society was voted best Festival / Local Event.
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BEST WORKPLACES Joliet Area Community Hospice was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.
Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.
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Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry was voted best Business To Business Employer.
See page 37 for the complete list of the best places to work as voted by our readers!
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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.
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Chignoli Auto Sales was voted best Family Owned Business Employer. City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.
St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.
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BEST WORKPLACES Joliet Area Community Hospice was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.
Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer.
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Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry was voted best Business To Business Employer.
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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employer.
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Chignoli Auto Sales was voted best Family Owned Business Employer. City of Joliet was voted best Municipal Employer.
St. Mary Immaculate Parish School was voted best Education Employer.
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Nelson Ridge Family Dental was voted best Dentist.
Will County Brewing Company was voted best Microbrewery.
Emediate Cure Quick Care was voted best Family Practice/ Primary Care Doctor.
Eye 2 Eye was voted best Eye Doctor.
BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare was voted best Pet Services/ Supplies.
Habitat for Humanity Joliet ReStore was voted best Resale / Antique Shop.
Jacob Henry Mansion was voted best Banquet Facility.
Heroes West Sports Grill was voted best Sports Bar.
AMP Plumbing & Mechanical was voted best Plumbing.
Milano Bakery Inc was voted best Bakery.
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Crispy Waffle was voted best Breakfast.
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Home Cut Donuts, Inc. was voted best Donuts.
Inwood Golf Course was voted best Golf Course.
Binny’s Beverage Depot was voted best Liquor Store.
Mitchell’s Food Mart was voted best Meat Market/Butcher Shop.
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The Floor 4U.com was voted best Flooring Store.
Al’s Steak House Restaurant was voted best Steak.
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Truth Restaurant was voted best Fine Dining.
Hinsdale Orthopaedics was voted best Orthopedic Doctors.
Kavanagh Grumley & Gorbold LLC was voted best Lawyer/ Law Firm and best Business To Business Service.
City Wide Mattress was voted best Mattress Store.
Portillo’s Hot Dogs was voted best Italian Beef.
Fine Tunes Center for the Arts was voted best Family Recreation.
Motivation Fitness Joliet was voted best Health / Fitness Club. Station One Smokehouse was voted best BBQ.
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Hamburgerseria was voted best Burger. Beth’s Dance Academy was voted best Dance Studio.
Moody Blues Jeans Boutique was voted best Clothing Boutique.
GRAZIE! We Are Thankful that you voted FESTA ITALIANA as “THE BEST” FESTIVAL/ LOCAL EVENT
SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR!! AUGUST 15-16, 2020 Entertainment both days!
FREE ADMISSION
Come and see what everyone is talking about!
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For more details, call 815-725-7450 or visit our website www.americanitalian.org
Knights of Columbus 4400 was voted best Fish Fry.
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Sunshine Garden Center was voted best Gardening / Landscaping.
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Merichka’s Restaurant was voted best Poor Boy.
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Holiday FUN
2019 “THANK YOU!� 1423 N. Broadway St. JOLIET 815-722-7800
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Deluxe Buffet, $10 Game Card, UNLIMITED Attractions, Hats & Noisemakers, Karaoke Entertainment, Countdown Celebration and Balloon Drop!
Reservations Required: Call 815-722-7800 or register online at hauntedtrailsjoliet.com
1423 N. Broadway (Rt. 53) JOLIET, IL
Celebrating 50 years of helping people with disabilities to live and work in the community. Proud to be one of Will County’s top employers!
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THANK YOU for voting us BEST bowling alley for TWO Years in a row! Come celebrate with us! Bring this ad in for one FREE game of bowling. 815-725-1231
2231 W. Jefferson St
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Open your child’s heart to the magic of dance
810 Plainfield Rd. - Joliet Hotdogs, Polish Sausage & Italian Beef Thanks for voting Joe’s “Best Hotdog”
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3500 Caton Farm Rd. 815-439-9070 www.bdadance.com
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Thank you for voting BDA Dance Best in Will County 2019
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Clothing Boutique
Pet Services/ Supplies
Veterinarian
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BEST
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Moody Blues Jeans Boutique
BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare
Rowland Animal Clinic
ONE OF THE BEST
Shorewood Animal Hospital Crest Hill Animal Hospital
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ASK Dress Boutique J.Joho Boutique
Karol Mitcheff-Neybert, Trainer K9 Tailshakers
Gift Shop
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BEST
SaraBoo Creek ONE OF THE BEST
Daniel Richard Jewelers BoKAY Flowers
Resale / Antique Shop BEST
Habitat for Humanity ReStore ONE OF THE BEST
Audiophil's Records Chic, Geek & Antique
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BEST Orthopedic Practice of Will County by Readers’ Choice
2019
Call to Make an Appointment: 951 Essington Rd. Joliet, IL 60435
815.744.4551 www.hinsdale-orthopaedics.com SM-CL1723371
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Specializing in Diabetic Examinations, Cataract Evaluations, Full Glaucoma Care, Eye Disease, Eye Infections & Eye Injuries
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
Thank You for voting us
One of the Best Accounting Firms for a third year!
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Cordano, Severson & Associates, LTD
Many Thanks to Will County for Voting us one of The Best Plumbers!!
Greg Severson (815) 744-1900 BS, ABA, ATA, CPA, EA
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www.csatax.com
30 Years Experience – Locally Owned and Operated
Proud Member and Co-Founder of the Will Buy Local Alliance
521 OAK LEAF CT., JOLIET ~ 815-773-0808
Proud to have served the Will County area for over 40 years!
Thank you for your support and vote for Best of Will County!
Tranquility Massage and Bodywork, Inc.
Knowledgeable...Trustworthy
Relax • Renew • Rejuvenate
Branch Manager/Mortgage Originator NMLS# 216987 IL# 031.0006220 WI# 216987
“Thank you for voting us THE BEST therapeutic services in Will county”
Gene Mundt 815.524.2280
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Laura Donahue, LMT J. Michael Donahue, Reflexologist
14722 S. Naperville Road, Suite 106, Plainfield 779-234-5114 • tranquilitymassageinc.com
318 Alana Drive New Lenox, IL 60451 NMLS# 175656 Equal Housing Lender SM-CL1723470
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Funeral Services
Mortgage Broker
Real Estate Broker
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BEST
BEST
Paul Kaczmarek, Primerica
Fred C Dames Funeral Home and Crematory
Gene Mundt, American Portfolio Mortgage Corp.
LaNita Cates, REMAX Professionals
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd. Ed Dollinger, Edward Jones
Tezak Home to Celebrate Life Farkas Funeral Home
Gabrielle Horvat, Taylor Street Realty Karen Robertson, Spring Realty
Bank
Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage David Holmes, Oakleaf Community Mortgage
BEST
BEST
Insurance Agency
First Bank of Manhattan
Kevin Molloy, State Farm Insurance
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
BEST
First Midwest Bank Chase Bank
Business To Business Service BEST
Kavanagh Grumley & Gorbold LLC ONE OF THE BEST
Rolff Sign Co. Shorewood Area Chamber
Rick Hakey, State Farm Insurance Kristen Robertson, Allstate Insurance
Lawyer/ Law Firm BEST
Kavanagh Grumley & Gorbold LLC ONE OF THE BEST
John E Rambo Law Offices The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci
Serving up One of the Best Ice Cream in Will County! See us in the Spring 1259 N. Cedar Road, New Lenox 815-485-3264
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Above Photo Seated From Left: James D. Grumley, Richard J. Kavanagh, Robert R. Gorbold; Second Row From Left: Lisa C. Holloway, Michael Gahan, Nicole L. Johs, Kathy M. Sons, Pamela Davis Gorcowski, Chantal S. Host; Back Row From Left: Mike Hansen, Bryan W. Kopman, Scott M. Hardek (Wheaton), Jeffrey M. Archambeault, Emma J. Vosicky, Paul J. Richards, Matthew W. Campbell, Nathaniel P. Washburn, Jamie B. Collins; Not Pictured: Thomas R. Osterberger
SERVING BUSINESSES AND PEOPLE WHO MEAN BUSINESS • Appellate Law • Commercial Litigation • Construction Law • Corporate Law
• Employment Law • Estate Planning • Family and Divorce Law • Government and Municipal Law
• Insurance Law • Land Use and Zoning Matters • Personal Injury Claims and Lawsuits • Real Estate Law
3-YEAR CONSECUTIVE AWARD WINNER VOTED “THE BEST” BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICE and “THE BEST” LAWYER/LAW FIRM by Herald-News voters – Thank you, again, Herald-News readers for these honors. 111 North Ottawa Street Joliet, Illinois 60432 | 815.727.4511
2100 Manchester Road | Building B Suite 906 Wheaton, Illinois | 630.547.2590
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Family Recreation
Florist
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BEST
BEST
Makery Studios
Fine Tunes Center for the Arts
Village Flower Shop
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Non-Profit Annual Fundraising Event BEST
Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center Joliet Park District
Joliet Park District Greater Joliet Area YMCA
Palmer Florist The Flower Loft Inc
Festival / Local Event
Golf Course
Bowling Alley
BEST
BEST
Inwood Golf Course
Joliet Town & Country Lanes
Festa Italiana, American Italian Cultural Society
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Plainfield Lanes & Escape Room Laraway Lanes
Taste of Joliet, Joliet Park District Channahon's Three Rivers Festival
Mistwood Golf Club Woodruff Golf Course
BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Witches Night Out Men Who Cook, Will County Children's Advocacy
Pre School/ Daycare BEST
Kids Connection Preschool
ONE OF THE BEST
Dance Studio
ONE OF THE BEST
Trinity Christian School St. Mary Immaculate Parish School
BEST
Beth's Dance Academy ONE OF THE BEST
Vaughan Dance Academy La Danse Academie
The Original
THANK YOU JOLIET/WILL COUNTY FOR VOTING US “THE BEST ICE CREAM” VO IN WILL COUNTY 2017 2019 2018 4 CONSECUTIVE YEARS YOU ARE THE GREATEST CUSTOMERS ON EARTH
The Dillon Family
1314 W. JEFFERSON ST.
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US
Gabrielle Horvat-Macias Real Estate Broker 815.703.6277
826 W. Laraway Road - New Lenox, IL
815-717-8111
“ONE OF THE BEST” BREAKFAST AND “ONE OF THE BEST” LUNCH
Visit us today to see why!
Serving FREE VETERANS BREAKFAST The Last Monday of Every Month 6:30-8:00 AM
www.taylorstreetrealty.com SM-CL1723474
THANK Y OU
SM-CL1720558
To All Those That Trust Us With Your Special Family Members
504 Brook Forest Ave. (Rt. 59), Shorewood
815.744.2082 WWW.SHOREWOODANIMALHOSPITAL.NET
Family. Friends. Community. Rick Hakey, Agent 24048 W Lockport Street Plainfield, IL 60544 Bus: 815-436-5608 rick@rickhakey.com
THE VERY BEST HOMEMADE SOUPS AROUND!
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 Two Consecutive Years in a row Best of Will County!
Here to help life go right.
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MONDAY SPECIALL CABBAGE ROLLS WITH MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY AND SOUP
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Stop in today for One of the Best Lunches in Will County! 1801073 SM-CL1724167
753 ½ RUBY ST, JOLIET, IL • (815) 726-8990 MON-SAT 11 AM-8 PM • SUNDAY CLOSED
State Farm, Bloomington, IL SM-CL1719060
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For Voting Me One of Your Best Realtors in 2019
SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER SIX YEARS
Thank You
For voting Three Rivers Festival “One of the Best“ in The Herald News Readers Choice Contest!
We Are “One of the Best” Thank You Herald-News Readers 179 N. Chicago Street, Downtown Joliet (815) 723-2020 • ccvisiongallery.com SM-CL1723462
Thank you for voting for us!
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Large Employer BEST
Silver Cross Hospital ONE OF THE BEST
Joliet Public Library Joliet Area Community Hospice
Small Employer BEST
RE/MAX Professionals ONE OF THE BEST
K9 Tailshakers St. Mary Immaculate Parish
BEST
Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry ONE OF THE BEST
Impress Printing Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Education Employer BEST
St Mary Immaculate Parish School ONE OF THE BEST
University of St. Francis Lewis University
Family Owned Business Employer
Municipal Employer
Service Industry Employer
BEST
BEST
City of Joliet
Service Industrial Supply
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Village of Plainfield Village of Manhattan
J.D. Brown Pharmacy Coom's Corner Sports Grill
Healthcare Employer
Non Profit Organization Employer
Warehouse Employer
BEST
BEST
Silver Cross Hospital
Joliet Area Community Hospice
ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Emediate Cure Quick Care Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Will County Humane Society Cornerstone Services
Financial Institution Employer BEST
First Midwest Bank ONE OF THE BEST
Abri Credit Union First Bank of Manhattan
BEST
Industrial Employer
Chignoli Auto Sales
BEST
Retail Employer BEST
Dan’s Homemade Candies
ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery ONE OF THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Ken Woody Sports & More Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc.
ONE OF THE BEST
All American Recycling RAMCORP, INC.
The Chalk Board Blain’s Farm & Fleet
BEST
Amazon Fulfillment Center MDW4 ONE OF THE BEST
The Wine Cellar Outlet Joliet Wilton Industries
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May your holidays be joyful and bright. Thank you for voting us one of “The BEST Insurance Agencies” in Will County for the third year in a row! Each day we are privileged to meet new families, build relationships, and educate customers as we help them make decisions to protect what matters most to them.
Kristen Robertson 815-345-4495
16108 S Route 59, Suite 118 Plainfield kristenrobertson@allstate.com Proud to offer the Good Hands® protection you expect and deserve.
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