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CAR WASH
John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders Inc
American Motorsports
Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center
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One of the best
Wrecks Auto Rebuilders Inc Auto Collision Experts Inc
Lawson’s Garage Inc Chignoli Auto Sales
FAMILY / SPECIALTY / HOBBY
Best
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Jack’s Car Wash & Lube Center Fuller’s Carwash & Detail Center Sparkle Express Car Wash Joliet
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BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUE
BOWLING ALLEY
DANCE STUDIO
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center
Joliet Town & Country Lanes
BDA Dance
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Cemeno’s Pizza C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Plainfield Lanes & Escape Room Channahon Lanes
Vaughan Dance Academy Allegro Music & Dance Academy
Best
Best
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GOLF COURSE
Fine Tunes Center for the Arts
Mistwood Golf Club Sanctuary Golf Course
Best
Best
One of the best
Axe Factor Throwing Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center
Inwood Golf Course
FESTIVAL / LOCAL EVENT
NON-PROFIT ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT
American Italian Cultural Society
Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball
Best
Best
One of the best
Witches Night Out Festa Italiana
FLORIST
PRE SCHOOL/ DAYCARE
Village Flower Shop
Kids Connection Preschool
One of the best
One of the best
Palmer Florist The Flower Loft Inc
Trinity Christian Preschool St Mary Immaculate Parish School
Best
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One of the best
Witches Night Out Channahon Three Rivers Festival
Best
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Thank you for voting me one of the
BEST MORTGAGE BROKERS OF WILL COUNTY
for 4 consecutive years!
"There are no words to express my gratitude for this community of people I am able to serve. Helping you accomplish your goals is my biggest reward. This high honor is more about you than it is about me. Thank you for trusting me with some of your biggest financial decisions." – Dave Holmes The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Four-Time Winner (2018–2021)
David Holmes Senior Mortgage Loan Originator DavidH@MyOakLeaf.com P: 815-405-6002 24252 W Main St, Plainfield, IL 60544
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BEST MORTGAGE BROKER OF WILL COUNTY for 6 consecutive years!
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"This would not be possible without you!
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Thank you for voting me
Thank you to all my supporters for continuing to believe in me, my team and our mission to support local. To the Will County community, thank you for allowing me to celebrate this incredible milestone for a sixth time." –Joe LaGiglia The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Six-Time Winner (2016–2021)
Joseph LaGiglia Senior Mortgage Loan Originator JosephL@MyOakLeaf.com P: 630-936-3242 24252 W Main St, Plainfield, IL 60544
NMLS ID: 703971
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Joseph LaGiglia
David Holmes
The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Six-Time Winner (2016–2021)
The Herald News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards Four-Time Winner (2018–2021)
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 those who have trusted these gentlemen and the entire Oak Leaf family with your home financing needs over the years, and we look forward to continuing to serve you.
NMLS ID: 627900
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Milano Bakery Inc
Hamburgerseria
Syls Restaurant & Lounge
Best
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One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Donut Den Home Cut Donuts, Inc.
Top Fuel Saloon Portillo’s Hot Dogs
Al’s Steak House Restaurant La Dolce Vita per tutti
BANQUET FACILITY
CATERING
FISH FRY
Jacob Henry Mansion
Bella Cucina Catering
Knights of Columbus 4400
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Renaissance Center Al’s Steak House Restaurant
Happy Belly Chefs Premier Catering /Renaissance Center
Top Fuel Saloon Croatian Cultural Club
BBQ
CHICKEN WINGS
FRIED CHICKEN
Station One Smokehouse
Top Fuel Saloon
White Fence Farm Restaurant
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Firewater BBQ & Brew Baby Back Blues BBQ
Hooters Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA
Syls Restaurant & Lounge Knights of Columbus 4400
BREAKFAST
DONUTS
GYRO
Crispy Waffle
Home Cut Donuts, Inc.
Mickeys Gyros
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Louis’ Family Restaurant The Southern Cafe Crest Hill
Donut Den Fleckenstein’s Bakery
Gyro Shack Johnny’s Beef & Gyros
Best
Best
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BAKERY Best
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BEST fine dining
BEST STEAK
one of the best fried chicken
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#1 Best Breakfast in Will County!
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Will County for Voting Us “The Best” Thin Crust Pizza & “One Of The Best” Birthday Party Venues! 2021
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Where Community Comes First
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815-254-2500 1630 Essington Rd., Joliet www.cemenospizza.com
Thank You! For Voting Al’s Steak House & Banquets as having one of The Best Steaks and The Best Banquet Facilities in Will County! We are proud to be a part of this great community and to have maintained a reputation for serving the best charbroiled steaks in the area for 62 years! 1990 West Jefferson St. Joliet | 815-725-2388 | alssteaks.com SM-CL1927751
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for voting us Best Insurance Agency in Will County 6 years in a row...
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KEVIN MOLLOY
816 W. Laraway Rd, New Lenox, IL Laraway Ridge Plaza
The Best Accounting Firms in Will County!
815-463-5380
Helping you with your accounting needs for 64 years! SM-CL1927723 SM-AT211018_085239
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WE ARE PROUD TO BE THE “BEST” CAR WASH AND DETAIL SHOP 4-YEARS IN A ROW!
Family. Friends. Community. Rick Hakey, Agent 24048 W Lockport Street Plainfield, IL 60544 Bus: 815-436-5608 rick@rickhakey.com
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to our patients and community for recognizing Alden Estates of Shorewood as one of the Best in Will County! 710 W. BLACK RD. SHOREWOOD, IL 60404
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BE BEST Large Employer Over 100 Employees BEST Healthcare Employer
This puts us in a very exclusive group of hospitals nationwide that have achieved this level of excellence in patient safety, patient outcomes and patient experience. So if you want award-winning care without the commute, trust Silver Cross Hospital.
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Earning the “Triple Crown” for healthcare – a 100 Top Hospitals ranking, a 5 -Star Rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid and an A for Safety from the Leapfrog Group all in the same year – is a proud moment for Silver Cross Hospital.
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HOT DOG
MEAT MARKET/BUTCHER SHOP
POOR BOY
Babe’s
Mitchell’s Food Mart
Merichka’s Restaurant
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Hey Hot Dog Joe’s Hot Dog
Tischler’s Market C P Meat Market Inc
Cookie’s Restaurant & Lounge Moe Joe’s
ICE CREAM / CUSTARD
MEXICAN FOOD
SPORTS BAR
The Original Walt’s Ice Cream
La Mex
Heroes West Sports Grill
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Cherry Bomb Sweets Hazel Marie’s
Habanero Mexican Fine Cuisine Friacos Mexican Restaurant
Double-J-Sports Bar Inc On The Rocks Joliet
ITALIAN BEEF
MICROBREWERY
STEAK
Portillo’s Hot Dogs, Shorewood, IL
Will County Brewing Company
Syls Restaurant & Lounge
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Beef Shack Babe’s Hotdogs
MyGrain Brewing Company Werk Force Brewing Co.
Al’s Steak House Restaurant CUT 158 Chophouse
LIQUOR STORE
PIZZA- Deep Dish
Binny’s Beverage Depot
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the best
One of the best
Iron&Glass Taproom & Bottleshop Joe’s Beverage Warehouse
Maurie’s Table Giordano’s
LUNCH
PIZZA- Thin Crust
Fit Foundation
Cemeno’s Pizza
One of the best
One of the best
Thayer Bros Deli & Grille Hamburgerseria
Big Pauly’s Wood Fired PIZZA Aurelio’s Pizza Joliet
Best
Best
Best
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Thank You forVoting my Firm I am honored to continue to meet the legal real estate needs of the Will County community, and grateful you have entrusted me with your transactions. Thank you!
Because it’s not just a house, it’s your home.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE with PERSONAL ATTENTION
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING ME “One of the Best” in Real Estate! Buying or Selling..... work with “One of the Best”! Tony Ciancanelli 708-670-6334
tony.ciancanelli@exprealty.com
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THANK YOU for voting me as “One of the Best” Realtors in Will County for the third time in the last 5 Years!
Victoria Dillon
I am so grateful to have such wonderful loyal clients for the past 27 years! I am truly honored to be voted “One of the Best” Realtors in Will county! (815) 545-2121 cell victoriadillon28@hotmail.com
HALL OF FAME
Visit me on the web at www.VictoriaDillon.com Facebook.com/VictoriaDillonRemax
Call for a FREE market analysis and HOME STAGING of your home!
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Your Will County Marketing Specialist…Helping families since 1994!
to our Valued Customers for voting us Best Boutique and Gift Shop in Will County!
-Dr. Carissa Baranoski
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852 Sharp Dr. Shorewood.
815-530-9412 Poshwestboutique.com
THANK YOU for another great year! Window World of Joliet has proudly served the Joliet area for over 10 years. As a local, family-owned business, we rely on word of mouth and our reputation in the community to survive and thrive. Thank you for selecting us for a Reader’s Choice Award again this year! We are honored.
Call (815) 729-3100 for a FREE Estimate! te! Expect clear pricing and a no-pressure sales process that takes about an hour.
Visit our NEW SHOWROOM at: Window World of Joliet, 2363 Copper Court, Crestt Hill
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Women’s Clothing Boutique Specializing in Sizes Small-3Xl, Accessories, Gifts, Home & Seasonal Decor.
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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.
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE
BEST IN WILL COUNTY! 25445 S Pheasant Ln ~ Channahon
815-467-7462
Individual & Business Tax Preparation Quickbooks Bookkeeping Taxpayer Advocate Service SM-CL1930834
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VAUGHAN DANCE ACADEMY Established since 1972
Teaching more than dance...we exist for your kids!
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motivation
One of the Best Dance Studios 24116 W. Lockport St. Plainfield, IL 60544 (630) 750-3238 • www.vaughandance.com
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CASA of River Valley is proud to be voted one of the BEST non - profit organization employers in Will County! Helping to Change a Child’s Story for 27 years. 3200 W. McDonough St, Joliet, (815) 730-7072
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BEAUTY SALON Best
Divas Salon & Spa One of the best
CHIROPRACTOR Best
Dr. Carissa Baranoski/Body and Spine Clinic One of the best
Anew Medical And Rehabilitation, Dr. Lisa Rubis Restore Health and Wellness PC
DENTIST
Best
Home | Elemental Care Health & Wellness Center One of the best
Emediate Cure Quick CareJoliet & Shorewood Dr. Molly D’Costa My Family Doc
HEALTH / FITNESS CLUB Best
Phantom Kickboxing & Fitness One of the best
CrossFit Mettle and Honor Inwood Athletic Club
Best
Malinowski & Sefcik, D.D.S. One of the best
Shorewood Family Dental Care Dr. Lauren N. Chan, D.D.S
EYE DOCTOR Best
Eye 2 Eye One of the best
Associated Ophthalmologists SC, Dr. David Morimoto & Dr. Aras Zlioba C&C Vision Gallery
PHYSICAL THERAPY Best
Athletico Physical Therapy - Shorewood One of the best
Lindsay M. O’Neal, DPT Three Point Healthcare
PODIATRIST Best
Essington Podiatry Group, Dr. Ada Paolucci and Dr. Andrew Wahl One of the best
Bailey Foot & Ankle Specialist PC Joe M George D.P.M.
SENIOR CARE FACILITY Best
ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR Best
Hinsdale Orthopaedics One of the best
Parkview Orthopaedic Group New Lenox Dr. Anuj S. Puppala, MD Dr. Michael D. Dorning, DO
PEDIATRICIAN
Alden Estates of Shorewood One of the best
Our Lady of Angels Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES (Spa, massage etc.) Best
Blush Lash Studio
Best
Aschinberg Pediatrics One of the best
Dr. Douglas Ray Bierma M.D. Jercinovic Pediatrics/ Dr. J. Pediatrics
One of the best
Divas Salon & Spa CoCo Marie’s Lash & Wax Studio
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Bliss Hair Studio Salon Meta
FAMILY PRACTICE/ PRIMARY CARE DOCTOr
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Thank You for Voting Me THE BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT
2021
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Allison Ramey REALTOR®
The Best Greenhouse of Will County!
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We would like to thank each of you who voted us for
“One of the Best” LAWYERS
We are grateful to be a part of our community and living by our motto: “Where quality is never outgrown”
Kaitlyn Copi
18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield
(815)-436-6967 Bronkberryfarms.com
2021
Thank You to All Who Voted
~Jen & Kev
58 N. Chicago St., Joliet
815-723-8000
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BDADance Open your child’s heart to the magic of dance 815-439-9070 bdadance.com bdadance@sbcglobal.net
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Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd. was voted best Business to Business Employer.
Top Fuel Saloon was voted best Chicken Wings
Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc. was voted best Heating and Air Conditioning.
Jacob Henry Mansion was voted best Banquet Facility.
Posh West Boutique was voted best Clothing Boutique and best Gift Shop
American Italian Cultural Society was voted best Festival/Local Event
Milano Bakery Inc was voted best Bakery.
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Silver Cross Hospital was voted best Large Employer and best Healthcare Employer. Fit Foundation was voted best Lunch
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Syl’s Chophouse was voted best Fine Dining and best Steak..
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Merichka’s Restaurant was voted best Poor Boy.
Malinowski & Sefcik , D.D.S. was voted best Dentist
BDA Dance was voted best Dance Studio
Carey Financial Services/Tom Carey was voted best Accountant/Financial Advisor
Blush Lash Studio was voted best Therapeutic Services.
Heroes West Sports Grill was voted best Sports Bar
Bella Cucina Catering was voted best Caterer
Bring it Home “Again” was voted best Resale/Antique Shop.
Mitchell’s Food Mart was voted best Meat Market/Butcher Shop.
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BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare was voted best Pet Services.
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria was voted best Deep Dish Pizza. American Motorsports was voted best Auto Maintenance/Repair
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.
Clean Image Car Wash & Professional Detail Center was voted best Car Wash.
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City Wide Mattress was voted best Mattress Store.
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Window World of Joliet was voted best Local Home Improvement Service.
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Mickey’s Gyros was voted best Gyros.
Knights of Columbus 4400 was voted best Fish Fry.
Cemeno’s Pizza was voted best Thin Crust Pizza. Omega Plumbing was voted best Plumber.
The Wine Cellar Outlet - Joliet was voted best Warehouse Employer.
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center was voted best Birtday Party Venue.
Elemental Care Health & Wellness Center was voted BEST Family Practice/Primary Care Doctor
Athletico Physical Therapy Shorewood was voted best Physical Therapy.
Exquisite Carpet Cleaning was voted best Cleaning Service
Alden Estates of Shorewood was voted best Senior Care Facility.
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ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery was voted best Industrial Employe
Dr. Carissa Baranoski, Body and Spine Clinic was voted best Chiropractor.
Rowland Animal Clinic was voted best Veterinarian.
Sanctuary Golf Course was voted best Golf Course.
Joliet Town & Country Lanes was voted best Bowling Alley.
Ragusa’s Promo Advertising was voted best Business to Business Service.
Aschinberg Pediatrics was voted BEST Pediatrician
The Original Walt’s Ice Cream was voted best Ice Cream / Custard.
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Joliet Catholic Academy was voted best Education Employer.
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LOCAL HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE/ CONTRACTOR
Best
Exquisite Carpet Cleaning
Best
Window World of Joliet
One of the best
Dupage Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Inc. Carpet America Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
One of the best
R.E. Duchene Roofing and Siding SERVPRO of Joliet
FLOORING STORE Best
MATTRESS STORE
The Flooring Guys Joliet, IL
Best
City Wide Mattress
One of the best
Marchio Tile & Carpet M & M Custom Flooring, Inc.
One of the best
Turk Furniture Mattress Firm Shorewood
GARDENING / LANDSCAPING Best
PLUMBING
Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse
Best
Omega Plumbing
One of the best
Vilt’s Greenhouse Bothwell Farms
One of the best
HEATING / A.C.
PDM Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Since 1885 AMP Plumbing & Mechanical
Best
Comfort First Heating and Cooling, Inc. One of the best
Johansen & Anderson Inc. Lockwood Furnace Company
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BrightDogs DogPark and DayCare
Rowland Animal Clinic
One of the best
One of the best
Karol Mitcheff-Neybert, Mokena PetSmart Rowland Animal Clinic
Shorewood Animal Hospital Crest Hill Animal Hospital
Best
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Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball was voted best Non-Profit Annual Fundraiser.
First Bank of Manhattan was voted BEST Bank. Lightways (formerly Joliet Area Community Hospice) was voted best Non Profit Organization Employer.
Essington Podiatry Group - Dr. Ada Paolucci and Dr. Andrew Wahl was voted BEST Podiatrist
First Bank of Manhattan was voted BEST Bank.
John Lawson’s Auto Rebuilders, Inc. was voted BEST Auto Body Services.
First Bank of Manhattan was voted BEST Bank.
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Kids Connection Preschool was voted best Preschool/Daycare.
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Phantom Kickboxing & Fitness was voted best Health/Fitness Club.
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Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse was voted best Gardening/ Landscaping.
Hamburgerseria was voted best Burger.
Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage was voted best Mortgage Broker.
The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci was voted best Lawyer/ Law Firm.
La Mex was voted best Mexican Food.
Will County Brewing Company was voted best Microbrewery.
White Fence Farm was voted best Fried Chicken.
Divas Salon & Spa was voted best Beauty Salon, best Family Owned Business Employer, and best Employer Under 100 Employees .
The Flooring Guys were voted best Flooring Store.
Village Flower Shop was voted best Florist.
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Allison Ramey, Realtor at Cally Larson Real Estate was voted best Realtor Kevin Molloy- State Farm Insurance Agent was voted best Insurance Agency.
Mistwood Golf Club was tied for best Golf Course.
Binny’s Beverage Depot was voted best Liquor Store.
Eye 2 Eye was voted best Eye Doctor.
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.
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in Heating & Air Conditioning Family Owned and Operated Since 1932. We service all makes and models of air conditioners, boilers and furnaces • Licensed • Bonded • Insured Free Estimates on Installations
Authorized Trane dealer
www.lockwoodfurnace.net 2300 McDonough St., Joliet
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ACCOUNTANT/ FINANCIAL ADVISOR Carey Financial Services, Tom Carey
INSURANCE AGENCY Best
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REALTOR
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Allison Ramey, Cally Larson Real Estate
LAWYER/ LAW FIRM
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICE
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Tony Ciancanelli, EXP Realty Victoria Dillon, RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals
The Law Office of Lisa Marie Raucci One of the best
Copi Law LLC AuBuchon & Pennuto Law, LLC
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Bring it Home “Again”
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Ask Dress Boutique Moody Blues Jeans Boutique
RejuveNate - Plants & Wellness Ask Dress Boutique
Audiophil’s Records Habitat for Humanity ReStore
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Merchants and Manufacturers Bank First Midwest Bank
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Kevin Molloy, State Farm Insurance Rick Hakey, State Farm Insurance Agent Bill Schuler, State Farm Insurance Agent
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David Holmes, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage Missy Trepel, First Midwest Bank
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First Bank of Manhattan
Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd.
Joseph LaGiglia, Oak Leaf Community Mortgage
Farkas Funeral Home Baskerville Funeral Home
Wermer Rogers Doran & Ruzon LLC Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd.
One of the best
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory
Best
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Ragusa’s Promo Advertising
MORTGAGE BROKER
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One of the Best Auto Body Services In Will County!
2021
1815 Plainfield Rd. Crest Hill, IL 60403 (815) 725-9999
We are very grateful to all who voted! Top Fuel Saloon
275 S. Hickory St. Braidwood, Illinois 815-458-3000 topfuelsaloon.com
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COME CELEBRATE WITH US! BRING THIS AD IN FOR ONE FREE GAME OF BOWLING.
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BEST BOWLING ALLEY
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“ONE OF THE BEST” Mortgage Brokers in Will County! Missy Trepel
Residential Lender, NMLS# 576737 Missy.Trepel@firstmidwest.com FirstMidwest.com/MissyTrepel 815.774.2249
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JOLIETTOWNANDCOUNTRYLANES.COM
Two Locations: Shorewood & Plainfield 815-577-9310 ext.31 www.trinitychristian.info
THANK YOU for voting Trinity Christian Preschool “One of the BEST” preschools in Will County!
901 Shorewood Drive, Shorewood
Thank You to our Readers and Staff for voting us THE BEST Employer - Business to Business & ONE OF THE BEST Accounting Firms and Business to Business Services. We are honored and grateful! 2016
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Greg Severson, BS, ABA, ATA, CPA, EA (815) 744-1900 • www.csatax.com 2321 Plainfield Road • Crest Hill, IL 60403
Cordano, Severson & Associates, LTD Proud Member and Co-Founder of the Will Buy Local Alliance
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Visit us at our Open House Sunday, January 30, 2022 2:00-4:00pm
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winter INDOOR MAX PA PACK $20 in Game Play + 2 Laser Tag Games & 3 Indoor Amusement Rides*
Only $34.95/Guest
*Good towards Monster Hop or Bone Shaker. Tax not included. Not valid New Year’s Eve. See website for details.
new year’s eve family party!
Friday, December 31 6 PM - 10 PM $39.95/Guest $10 Game Card, UNLIMITED Laser Tag & Indoor Amusement Rides, New Year’s Buffet & Toast, Party Favors, Countdown & Balloon Drop Masks are required for this event. Advanced reservations required. Call 815-722-7800 or register online at hauntedtrailsjoliet.com
OPEN AT 12 PM DURING THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS BREAKS Closed Thanksgving Day, Christmas Eve & Day
1423 N. Broadway St. JOLIET 815-722-7800
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$5.00 OFF
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FUN FEAST*
*Includes: Large 16” Cheese Pizza, Pitcher of Pop & Game Play (See website for package details.)
2021 1423 N. Broadway (Rt. 53) JOLIET, IL
Thank You For Voting Us #1 Best Preschool
AMERICAN MOTORSPORTS WE ARE PROUD TO BE VOTED
THE BEST
IN AUTO MAINTENANCE & REPAIR, PLACING THREE YEARS IN A ROW! Let your Child’s light shine. Voted Best in Will County 4 years running!
1741 Essington Rd., Joliet. 815-436-9799 • www.JFA.Church
THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!
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Dine-in only. Limit one coupon per family, per day. Must present coupon. Not valid with other coupons or offers. Pricing and promotion subject to change. Not valid with Birthday or Group party packages. EXPIRES 12/30/2021
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THANK YOU Dr. Molly D’Costa
2001 Essington Rd Joliet 815-733-6888
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO VOTED and to our outstanding team that makes this possible.
THE BEST DENTISTS IN WILL COUNTY!
to All of our Patients who Voted for us in the Best of Will County Readers Choice Awards
Malinowski and Sefcik DDS 903 129th Infantry Dr Suite 100 • Joliet IL 60435 815 725 1605 • www.malinowskisefcik.com
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Thank you for voting us One of the Best Catering Services in Will County!
Brian Bouton, O.D. • Be eth Ann Swetland d, O.D.
Specializing in Comprehensive Eye Exams, Diabetic Examinations, Cataract Evaluations, Full Glaucoma Care, Eye Disease, Eye Infections, Dry Eye & Eye Injuries
We accept Medicare, Most Vision Plans, Medical Insurances & Care Credit. We also have a large selection of Eyewear & Contact Lens options available.
Personal Chef • Catering • Private Dinner Parties • Cooking Classes • Care Package Meals www.happybellychefs.com
Eye 2 Eye Vision Center
@happybellychefs
2537 Plainfield Rd. • Joliet • 815-577-2020
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to our Amazing Community for Voting us ‘The BEST‘ in Funeral Services. Voted “One of the Best Employers in Education” and “One of the Best Preschools” THANK YOU! SM-CL1932101
Proud to be serving the community for 167 years!
3200 Black Road at Essington Rd, Joliet (815) 741-5500 SM-AT211023_123720
fredcdames.com
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for voting us one of the best employers business to business in Will County again this year!
With Tidings of
20TH ANNIVERSARY
Celebration Saturday December 4th 9:00-3:00
Exclusions on certain products
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1888 E. Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox • 815-463-8330
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20% off Home Décor, gift items and Christmas merchandise.
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BEST EMPLOYER Business to Business
BEST EMPLOYER Healthcare
BEST EMPLOYER Warehouse / Logistics
Cordano, Severson & Associates, Ltd.
Silver Cross Hospital
The Wine Cellar Outlet Joliet
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Bella Fiori Flower Shop Inc. Palmer Florist
Eye 2 Eye Emediate Cure® Quick Care | Shorewood
Wilton Industries Amazon Cross-Dock Facility - MDW2
BEST EMPLOYER Education
BEST EMPLOYER Industrial
LARGE EMPLOYER Over 100 employees
Joliet Catholic Academy
ExxonMobil Joliet Refinery
Silver Cross Hospital
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Best
One of the best
One of the best
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St. Mary Immaculate Parish School University of St. Francis
IBEW Local 176 Pipefitter’s Local 597
Lightways Will County Sheriff’s Office
BEST EMPLOYER Family owned business
BEST EMPLOYER Non Profit organization
SMALL EMPLOYER Under 100 employees
Divas Salon & Spa
Lightways
Divas Salon & Spa
One of the best
One of the best
One of the best
Chignoli Auto Sales SERVPRO of Joliet
Will County Humane Society CASA of River Valley
Emediate Cure® Quick Care | Shorewood PrideStaff
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Best Clothing/Boutiques in Will County COME TO THE
2021
BLACK FRIDAY EVENT ON FRI. 11/27 & SAT. 11/28 Featuring a discount tree: Pick your discount 10%, 15% or 20% off your entire purchase PLUS one lucky winner will get the $100 gift card hidden amongst the discounts. FREE blanket for the first 20 customers to spend $250 or more.
1844 E Lincoln Highway • New Lenox, IL 60451 815-462-4144 • moodybluesboutique.com @Moodybluesjeanboutique · Women’s Clothing Store
Being voted one of the best restaurants in the steak category this year is quite an honor. 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.
2021
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Thank You to our loyal customers for
Voting Us
2021
The Best
Therapeutic Services in Will County! We couldn’t do it without YOU! ~ Love the Blush Girls
• Individual Eyelash Extensions • Lash Lifts • Facial Waxing • Cosmetic Teeth Whitening
852 Sharp Dr., Shorewood IL
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It is such an honor to win the
Best Burger and One of the Best Lunch of
Will County 2021
A huge thank you to all who voted! We wouldn’t be here without our wonderful customers and dedicated restaurant team.
2021
1015 Essington Rd. Joliet | 815-725-2883 www.hamburgerseria.com SM-CL1933127
BUY ANY
FULL BEEF OR ANY SANDWICH AND A DRINK Get a Mini Fresh Cut Fry Free!* *Extra patty(s), bacon, condiments are extra. Offer is not included with any other specials or discounts.
PLEASE MENTION THIS SPECIAL WHEN ORDERING.
Size does matter - our Burgers and Chicken Sandwiches are 6 + oz topped with a brioche bun, freshly made-cooked to order, never frozen and delivered daily to the restaurant.
GRAZIE! We Are Thankful that you voted Festival Italiana as “THE BEST” Festival/Local Event
SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR!! AUGUST 13-14, 2022
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! EXPIRES 12/15/21
Entertainment both days!
DINING ROOM IS NOW OPEN!
Come and see what everyone is talking about! American Italian Cultural Society 1918 Donmaur • Crest Hill, IL 60403
Monday - Thursday 11am-8pm • Friday - Saturday 11am-9pm • Sunday 11am-7pm
1606 W. Jefferson St.
815.714.2287 | www.beefshack.com
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For more details, call 815-725-7450 or visit our website www.americanitalian.org
THANK YOU JOLIET/WILL COUNTY FOR VOTING US “THE BEST ICE CREAM” IN WILL COUNTY FOR 6 YEARS STRAIGHT!!
YOU ARE THE GREATEST CUSTOMERS ON EARTH
1314 W. JEFFERSON ST.
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BEEF SHACK
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THANK YOU READERS!
VOTED ONE OF THE BEST BANKS IN WILL COUNTY
We have THE BEST GYRO in Will County! 2017
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Drive up or call us at 815.730.2307 We have four Joliet locations 1301 Larkin Ave | 212 N Chicago St | 1415 W Jefferson St | 2801 W Jefferson St
1701 N Larkin Ave Crest Hill, IL 60403 Located in the Hill Crest Shopping Center
FirstMidwest.com
Member FDIC
Thank you WE ARE SO HONORED THAT BELLA CUCINA HAS WON THE BEST OF WILL COUNTY READERS’ CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST CATERER! WE CAN’T THANK OUR COMMUNITY ENOUGH FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT AND FOR TRUSTING US TO BE A PART OF YOUR IMPORTANT MOMENTS.
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“ONE OF THE BEST IN RESALE SHOPS!” 815-319-2143
Keep being KIND … it’s working To our friends and families in Will County -
2021
THANK YOU! for Voting in the 2021 Readers Choice Awards. We are honored to be recognized year after year as
One of the Best Funeral Service Ser vice Providers Providers
Every day our commitment is witnessed first-hand by people like you who have lost loved ones. Every year it is recognized by colleagues and organizations locally, nationally and worldwide. We are of only a select few distinguished funeral homes throughout the entire State of Illinois to receive the National Pursuit of Excellence Eagle Award as well as the Illinois Award of Funeral Service Distinction.
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Matthew R. Baskerville, Funeral Director Morris 815-942-2500 | Coal City 815-634-2125 | Gardner 815-237-2526 Wilmington 815-476-2181 SM-CL1933147
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PDM Plumbing is grateful to be trusted for generations. Since one year before the dishwasher was invented, PDM Plumbing has worked with you shoulder-to-shoulder, embracing the skills and service that stands the test of time. When you need help, call PDM, your trusted plumber since 1885!
SINCE
1885 PLUMBING, HEATING & COOLING
Your Comfort Guaranteed! www.callpdm.com
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From Our Family to Yours Thank You Will County for Voting
~ BEST Beauty Salon ~ BEST Employer Family Owned Business
2021
~ BEST employer under 100 Employees ~ One of the BEST Therapeutic Services 707 W. Jefferson St., Shorewood 815-730-9359 divassalonspa.com Family owned and operated since 1997
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THE WORD HAS LEAKED!
Surprisingly great rates right around the corner.
VOTED
BEST PLUMBER
2021
2021
Bill Schuler, Agent 2018 Plainfield Road Crest Hill, IL 60403 Bus: 815-729-1321 bill@billschuler.com
We Thank You For Your VOTES! Serving Will County As Your Full-Service Residential And Commercial Plumber 521 Oak Leaf Ct., Joliet (815) 773-0808 omegaplumbing.com SM-CL1933286
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I’m your one-stop shop for the service you deserve at a price you want. Call me for surprisingly great rates and Good Neighbor service right in your neighborhood. We're honored to be chosen again as One of the Best in Will County! Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Individual premiums will vary by customer. All applicants subject to State Farm underwriting requirements. ®
State Farm Bloomington, IL 2001878
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CONSTRUCTION
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2021
— Quality workmanship since 1977 —
ROOFING • SIDING • FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED
Thank You for Voting Us
“One of The Best” in Home Improvement!
815-722-2821 Fax (815) 230-4943
www.reducheneinc.com duchene1121@att.net SM-CL1929866
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Voted One Of The Best Florists THREE YEARS IN A ROW
We are proud to be voted ONE OF THE BEST
Thank you Herald-News Readers!
Chiropractors in Will County.
Thank you! Follow us on
Happy Thanksgiving & Merry Christmas to All. Be Safe.
Watch us on YouTube Dr. Lisa Rubis Channel
Schedule an appointment online by visiting our website anewmedical.com Call Today for Your Appointment
1327 N. Raynor Ave. Joliet | (815) 726-4441 PalmerFloristInc.com
(815) 207-7463
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R. E. Duchene Construction Inc. is a family-owned exterior contracting company with over 40 years experience specializing in residential roofing, siding, gutters, and vinyl replacement windows. We are committed to providing quality service, and the finest craftsmanship in the industry.
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