Best of Stanwood and Camano Island 2023

Each year, Stanwood Camano News readers vote on which businesses they think deserve the honor of being named the Best of Stanwood & Camano. Participants cast over 50,000 votes in the contest this year.

Congratulations to all of the winners and finalists!

Food & Drink

Restaurant

Happy Teriyaki - Winner

Cedarhome Coffee Co. - Finalist

Patini’s Grill - Finalist

Asian Restaurant

Happy Teriyaki - Winner

Shima Japanese Restaurant - Finalist

Jasmin Thai Cuisine and Sushi - Finalist

Mexican Restaurant

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant and Bar - Winner

Dos Reales Mexican Restaurant & Steak House Bar - Finalist

Taqueria Mi Cocina - Finalist

Breakfast

Mustard Seed Baking Co. - Winner

Farmer’s Cafe - Finalist

Stanwood Cafe; The Cookie Mill - Finalist (TIE)

Lunch

Happy Teriyaki - Winner

The Cookie Mill - Finalist

Jimmy’s Pizza & Pasta - Finalist

Dinner

Happy Teriyaki - Winner

Blue Heron Kitchen and Bar - Finalist

Jimmy’s Pizza and Pasta - Finalist

Dessert

Stanwood Cupcakes - Winner

The Cookie Mill - Finalist

Camano Island Marketplace Bakery - Finalist

Coffee/Espresso

Shipwreck Coffee Camano island - Winner

Cedarhome Coffee Co. - Finalist

Bean & Brew On 532 - Finalist

Hamburger

Mammoth Burger Company - Winner

The Baked Cafe - Finalist

Spartan Drive In - Finalist

Pizza

Jimmy’s Pizza & Pasta - Winner

Sahara Pizza - Stanwood - Finalist

MOD Pizza - Finalist

Dos

Address: 27008 102nd Ave NW

Stanwood, WA 98292

Phone: (360) 572-2981

Facebook: Patini’s Grill

Hours:

Tuesday-Saturday : 4-9PM

Sunday : Closed

Businesses

New Business

Cedarhome Coffee Co. - Winner

Glow Co. Studio - Finalist

Stanwood Camano Tool & Equipment Rental - Finalist

Art Gallery

Mark & Marcus Ellinger/Glass Quest - Winner

The Loft at Camano Commons - Finalist

Matzke Fine Art and Design - Finalist

Auto Repair Shop

Advanced Automotive - Winner

Funderburke Auto Body - Finalist

Stanwood Car Care - Finalist

Bank

Coastal Community Bank - Winner

Heritage Bank; NW Plus Credit Union - Finalist (TIE)

Boutique

Ladders Clothing Company - Winner

Just James Boutique - Finalist

Urban Trends Boutique - Finalist

Builder

Sundberg Homes - Winner

Titan Homes NW - Finalist

Erik Mueller Contracting, Inc. - Finalist

Chiropractor

Pope Chiropractic - Winner

Stanwood Family Chiropractic - Finalist

Village Chiropractic Center - Finalist

Convenience Store

Huntington’s Corner Grocery - Winner

Elger Bay Grocery & Gifts - Finalist

The Old Cedarhome Market - Finalist

Day Spa

The Skin & Hair Care Lounge Salon + Spa - Winner

Glow Co. Studio - Finalist

Camano Nail & Spa - Finalist

Electrical Contractor

Swift Electric - Winner

Galloway Electrical - Finalist

Wickstrom Electric - Finalist

Embroidery & Fabric Painting

Hats Off - Winner

Eagles Nest - Finalist

Over the Rainbow - Finalist

Equipment Rental

Stanwood Camano Tool & Equipment Rental - Winner

Hamilton Lumber and Equipment Rental - Finalist

General Contractor

Kelly Bennett, Bennett Home Services - Winner

Erik Mueller Contracting, Inc. - Finalist

Ideal Construction and Restoration, LLC - Finalist

Gift Shop

Camano Commons Marketplace - Winner

Ladders Clothing Company - Finalist

Just James Boutique - Finalist

Grocery Store

Camano Plaza IGA - Winner

Haggen - Finalist

Grocery Outlet - Finalist

Grooming Facility

Krista’s Pet Spaw - Winner

Pets Ahoy Grooming - Finalist

Petco - Finalist

Hair Salon

Eastside Salon - Winner

Glow Co. Studio - Finalist

The Skin & Hair Care Lounge Salon + Studio - Finalist

Hardware Store

Stanwood ACE Hardware - Winner

JE Hamilton & Sons - Finalist

Health/Fitness Center

The Dance Project NW - Winner

Stanwood-Camano YMCA - Finalist

Athleisure Collective - Finalist

HVAC

Stilly River Mechanical - Winner

Fast Track HVAC LLC - Finalist

All Ways Air Control - Finalist

Businesses

Kennel

Camano Island Kennels Dog Daycare, Boarding and Training Facility - Winner

Camano Canine Resort - Finalist

The NOAH Center - Finalist

Landscape Contractor

Junior’s Gardens Landscape, LLC - Winner

North Sound Landscape, LLC - Finalist

A Cut Above Landscaping - Finalist

Lodgings

Camano Island Inn - Winner

Stanwood Hotel & Saloon - Finalist

Sea Mist Waterfront Inn - Finalist

Meat/Butcher Shop

Del Fox Custom Meats - Winner

Silvana Meats - Finalist

Farm Fresh Northwest - Finalist

Nail Salon

Camano Nail & Spa - Winner

Name of Business - Finalist

Name of Business - Finalist

Nursery/Garden Store

Orchards Nursery - Winner

Cactus + Co. Camano Island - Finalist

Flora & Fauna - Finalist

Painting Contractor

HIS BIZ Painting - Winner

Rubumco Painting Inc. - Finalist

Kirby’s Colors - Finalist

Pharmacy

QFC Pharmacy - Winner

Haggen - Finalist

Bartell Drugs - Finalist

Plumbing Contractor

Silvana Plumbing - Winner

Olson Plumbing - Finalist

Alpine Plumbing - Finalist

Recreational Cannabis

Bud Hut Camano Island - Winner

The Kushery Stanwood - Finalist

PRC - Conway - Finalist

Retirement Facility

Josephine Caring Community - Winner

Warm Beach Senior Community - Finalist

Brookdale Stanwood - Finalist

Septic Contractor

Envirotek Septic Solutions - Winner

Alpine Environmental Service - Finalist

Greenworks of Washington, LLC - Finalist

Thrift Store

2nd Chance Thrift Shop - Winner

Stanwood Camano Thrift Store - Finalist

Spare Room Flea Market - Finalist

Veterinary Services

Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood - Winner

Camano Veterinary Clinic - Finalist

Affordable Pet Care - Finalist

Local chiropractor’s goal is to make his patients smile

After suffering from a football injury in high school, Brandon Falk’s stepfather took him to see a chiropractor for the first time.

“I was intrigued by how effective that visit was,” said Brandon. “That’s when I decided to become a chiropractor.”

Fast forward to 2004 when he opened Stanwood Family Chiropractic. Brandon has been working with patients for almost 20 years, and the reviews speak volumes:

“It’s hard to find a chiropractor who cares and takes time to listen. Brandon is one of those who cares and isn’t in a rush to get you out the door. I’m so thankful I found him.”

Another patient said, “Brandon is awesome! He has a lot of knowledge and loves

what he does.”

Someone else pointed out how Brandon “takes great pride in what he does.”

Perhaps this last review says it best: “I couldn’t have found a better chiropractor for the whole family. Brandon genuinely cares and wants to help his patients. His approach is gentle but also effective.”

When Brandon meets patients for the first time or even returning patients, his goal is always the same: he wants them to leave his office with a smile on their face.

Brandon shares his chiropractic office with his wife Autumn, a massage therapist and acupuncturist. He is a hands-on business owner who has created a family-friendly environment with flexible scheduling and walk-in visits for existing patients.

“Our business has grown, as has our family and community,” he said.

Stanwood Family Chiropractic patients are always guaranteed to see Brandon

but sometimes may see the office dog Maeve or even the couple’s children, Ryko, Stella, or Olivia.

Stanwood Family Chiropractic is open Monday

through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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Hours:

Monday-Friday 5AM-6PM

Saturday 6AM-6PM

Sunday 6:30AM-6PM

Local business cultivates lasting relationships with clients

HIS BIZ HAS BEEN A HOUSEHOLD NAME IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY FOR 30 YEARS.

The company was founded in 1993 and has earned an excellent reputation within Camano Island and surrounding areas.

Owners Justin and Rachael Baldwin grew up in the Pacific Northwest and have lived on Camano Island for most of their lives.

Their family-owned business, HIS BIZ, focuses on interior and exterior house painting, residential remodeling, and renovations.

“We work closely with our customers to ensure a positive experience throughout the entire process,” said Justin. “We’re in constant communication with our clients,

answering all their questions, addressing their concerns, and making sure everything goes according to plan.”

Justin’s background in the construction trades, combined with his attention to detail and exceptional craftsmanship, have resulted in repeat clients and outstanding customer reviews.

HIS BIZ employees and their vast network of experienced subcontractors provide exceptional results while taking great pride in their work. This accounts for their high customer retention rate.

“You don’t usually repaint your house but every 7-15 years, still we get repeat customers constantly,” said Justin. “Even if it’s been a decade, they call me back when it’s time to repaint their house again and for other home improvement projects.”

Camano Island provides picturesque backdrops for their painting and renovation projects, whether it’s on the beach, a high bank bluff or one of the many friendly neighborhoods.

“I’m really proud of our painting projects,” he said. “We get to put the wrapping and the bow on this great

product and hand them over to our customers. It provides real satisfaction when we walk away and look over our shoulder to see our customers waving and smiling. That’s when we see that beautiful gift that we just provided to our customer. It makes all of our efforts very worthwhile.”

The couple’s 20-yearold son, Donovan, has been working for HIS BIZ every summer as a young boy and full-time since he graduated high school. He was recently promoted to manager and is poised to take over the family business within the next three years.

Potential customers can see photographs of HIS BIZ’s completed projects showcased at https://hisbizpainting.com.

HIS BIZ’s office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

HIS BIZ

848 N. Sunrise Blvd., Ste A-202, Camano Island

(360) 387-3344 (office)

(425) 418-1828 (mobile/ text) HISBIZPainting.com

Josephine Caring Community mission: One heart and many hands

JOSEPHINE CARING COMMUNITY -- BEST OF STANWOOD 2023 PROFILE STORY J

osephine Caring Community opened on Sept. 27, 1908. The nonprofit organization, affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Churches of America, celebrates its 115th anniversary later this year.

At the turn of the century, Norwegian immigrant John Hals owned a successful shingle mill on the outskirts of Stanwood in the newly established state of Washington. John and his wife Josephine were prominent members of the pioneer community and were active in Stanwood’s Trinity Lutheran Church. The couple lived well until tragedy struck in 1905 when Josephine died while giving birth to their first child.

In memory of his wife, John donated $10,000 and a 10-acre parcel of land to be used for the construction of a home for the elderly. About a year later, “Josephine’s Old People’s Home” was dedicated in a jubilant celebration on Sept. 27 1908.

John addressed the gathering of more than 1,000 people and challenged them to “care for others as God has provided for us.”

John’s vision of extending God’s love to others remains the foundation of Josephine and continues more than 100 years later.

For many years, support for Josephine came from the congregation members and community. Churches arranged “pound socials,” where participants gave a pound of food to the residents. Other civic groups also donated money to support the cost of resident care. This community sup -

port was necessary while also providing high-quality, compassionate, person-centered care for the body, mind, and spirit.

Over the years, the community’s needs changed. Josephine began providing childcare services in the late 1980s, first to staff and then to the families in the community. Today, more than 250 children are registered in the daycare, preschool, ECEAP, Montessori, and the beforeand-after-school program. A very unique aspect of these programs is that Josephine’s children work with seniors through intergenerational activities. One example is where the kids and seniors both take part in the handbells program and play songs

together. Another activity is when school-age children give manicures to some of the senior residents.

In 1997, Josephine added 55 assisted living apartments called “The Suites.”

Josephine Transitional Rehabilitation and The Meadows is a licensed skilled nursing facility for rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care.

Josephine At Home recently completed their certification of need. They are up and running with Home Health and Home Care services in Snohomish County and Camano Island.

Cascade Village at Smokey Point is a new independent living facility which will be completed in Spring 2025.

Josephine’s has more than 300 employees and continues to look to the future by reviewing community needs, assisting where they can, and applying newly learned care techniques and therapy to those in their care.

“It is with ‘One Heart and Many Hands’ that Josephine continues to celebrate ‘Fullness of Life’ with our community-centered services since 1908,” said Jessica Treat, senior marketing and admissions director. “It is with this same heart that we say to all our past and present staff, congregations, parishioners, volunteers, donors, and so many others: ‘Thank you.’”

In addition to its longevity, the facility is known as a

caregiving community for all generations. In fact, Jessica said Josephine’s board of directors and CEO Terry Robertson are always listening to the needs of their community and creating more community-centered programs as the needs arise.

“Josephine Caring Community is the facility of choice where no one is left uncared for.”

Josephine’s front office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week.

Josephine Caring Community 9901 272nd Place NW, Stanwood 360-629-2126

Josephinecc.com

Local business committed to excellent customer service, honesty, dependability

SILVANA PLUMBING HAS BEEN PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY SERVICES IN NORTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS.

The business, owned by Tim and Maria Carr, opened in 1980 and serves the residents of North Snohomish County including Arlington, Stanwood, Marysville, and Camano Island.

The family-owned-andoperated business focuses on service plumbing to help customers with most all plumbing related problems. They offer the sale and installation of plumbing fixtures and faucets, plumbing remodels, water heater service & installation, and drain cleaning. Their excavating services

include water line installations and repairs, sewer line installations and repairs, utility ditching, brush clearing, driveway maintenance, and more.

They are dedicated to providing the best job possible for their customers, who are also often their neighbors. Tim likes to help customers plan their plumbing project to be sure they choose the option that will give them the best quality products, and long-term functionality while staying within their budget.

“Our plumbers are known for fast and efficient work, with high professional standards and code compliance to ensure the health and safety of every customer,” said Tim.

The staff is known for their commitment to excellent customer service, honesty, and dependability.

“We know that we must earn our customers’ trust, and we thank our many loyal and repeat clients for the success of reaching our 43rd anniversary,” he said.

Silvana Plumbing’s membership in PHCC (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Contractors) on the national and state levels helps to keep the

staff informed on the latest plumbing safety concerns, code changes, and green products and fixtures.

Tim said their friendly and professional staff are happy to answer questions about their company and services during business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“Whatever your excavating or plumbing needs are, we can provide a solution at a fair and honest price with the assurance of high-quality workmanship.”

Silvana Plumbing

360-652-8500

SilvanaPlumbing.com

Olson Plumbing dedicated to providing top-notch solutions for community

Olson Plumbing has been serving Camano Island, South Skagit County, and North Snohomish since 2021. That’s when owners Jonathan and Alysha Olson suddenly became unemployed due to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recognizing the opportunity within adversity, the couple decided to embark on an entrepreneurial journey by starting their own plumbing business.

Jonathan took on the role of working out in the field delivering exceptional plumbing services while Alysha diligently managed the phone lines and day-to-day operations. This dynamic partnership has remained at the heart of Olson Plumbing.

Olson Plumbing provides residential plumbing services, including repairs, remodels,

and new builds; installations; maintenance; and more.

From installing an electric or gas water heater to jetting a clogged drain to preventive drain-cleaning maintenance, the Olson Plumbing staff provide an extensive list of

services for their customers.

“We hold a profound commitment to serving our hometown and surrounding communities,” said Alysha, “and customer satisfaction is at the core of our values.”

Olson Plumbing maintains

an open and honest commitment with their customers.

“Our approach is deeply rooted in integrity, ensuring that every interaction with our clients is transparent, respectful, and always professional,” said Jonathan.

So whether it’s a faucet installation or complete sewer replacement, Olson Plumbing offers a wide range of residential plumbing services to meet their customers’ varied needs. They are committed to providing their hometown and neighboring communities with high-quality and efficient residential plumbing services.

“Our goal is to strive to exceed our customers’ expectations by ensuring each client receives the very best service.”

Olson Plumbing is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.

Olson Plumbing, LLC 425-504-0224

OlsonPlumbingService.com

People

Artist

Lisa J. Bruce Photography - Winner

Kari Tarsi Photography - Finalist

Jack Gunter Art & Design - Finalist

Auto Mechanic

Gary McGuinnis, Advanced Automotive - Winner

Andrew Funderburke, Funderburke Auto Body - Finalist

Jeff Schmitt, Cedarhome Repair - Finalist

Bartender

Riley Swift, Pub 282 - Winner

Jason Nobel, Beauty Bar - Finalist

Jose, Amigo Family Mexican Restaurant - Finalist

Customer Service Representative

Kelly Victor, The Skin Hair & Hair Care Lounge

Salon & Spa - Winner

Brandon Carlisle, Tapped - Finalist

Yvonne Corbett, Ladders Clothing & Company - Finalist

Dentist

Tony Hewlett, DDS - Winner

Dr. Magelsen, Stanwood Dental Care - Finalist

Dr. Nathan Bird, DMD - Finalist

Doctor

Whitney Eskes - Winner

Cascadia Eye Stanwood - Finalist

Mark Columbo MD, Family Medicine - The Everett Clinic at Stanwood - Finalist

Hairdresser

Jodi Hoover, The Skin & Hair Care Lounge Salon + Spa - Winner

Andrea Anderson, The Skin & Hair CAre Lounge Salon + Spa - Finalist

Laura Shows, L. Shows Studio - Finalist

Insurance Agent

Tamara Sperry Insurance - Winner

Leslie Tripp, State Farm Insurance Agent - Finalist

Terence Bedford, WAFed - Finalist

Investment Representative

Brenna K. Casey, Edward Jones - Winner

Joshua K. Fish, Edward Jones - Finalist

Seth Nilson, Edward Jones - Finalist

Lawyer

Greg Gilday, Law Office of Cole & Gilday - Winner

William M. Zingarelli, P.S. - Finalist

Bob Cole, Law Office of Cole & Gilday, P.C. - Finalist

Manicurist/Pedicurist

Kya, Nail Flare LLC - Winner

Tina, Tina’s Nails and Spa - Finalist

Laura Finsen, Nail Flare LLC - Finalist

Massage Practitioner

Mikelle Leggee LMP - Winner

Karen Kotsovos-Monroe, A Sacred Space Therapeutic Massage - Finalist

Shari Davidson, The Skin & Hair Care Lounge Salon + Spa - Finalist

Musician/Band

Savanna Woods, Eden - Winner

Jeremy Abbott and The Good Vibes - Finalist

The Chris Eger Band - Finalist

Optometrist

Dr. Lance Mintle, Vintage Eye Care - Winner

Cascadia Eye - Finalist

Stanwood Eye Clinic - Finalist

Orthodontist

Dr. Joel P. Gardner, Gardner Orthodontics - Winner

Yeh Orthodontics - Finalist

Physical Therapist

NorthSound Physical Therapy, Stanwood - Winner

IRG Physical Therapy, Camano Island - Finalist

Tina Richards, Stanwood Camano Physical TherapyFinalist

Real Estate

Amy Achmitt: RE/MAX Elevate - Winner

Calais Johnson, North 48 ˚ Real Estate - Finalist

Tina Stoner, RE/MAX Elevate___ - Finalist

Veterinarian

Alyssa Rasweiller, Northwest Veterinary Clilnic of Stanwood - Winner

Affordable Pet Care - Finalist

Meredith Sturges, Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood - Finalist

Charles Maddux MD Andrew Sumnicht MD Jared Rasmussen OD

Local pub offers tasty food, live music, community gathering place

GREAT FOOD, GREAT DRINKS, GREAT MUSIC, AND GREAT PEOPLE.

Pub 282 has been giving residents multiple reasons never to leave Camano Island or the Stanwood community.

At Pub 282, drinks are plentiful, with a large local beer selection always on tap, cocktails, wine, and bottled and canned beers. The Seahawks Cooler is a customerfavorite signature cocktail, along with the Purple Martini and The Camano Iced Tea.

Delicious pub-style food options include many items that are made from-scratch or locally sourced. In fact, many of the sauces are made in-house.

There are many menu items to choose from, includ-

ing prime rib sliders, spinach artichoke dip, raspberry brie brulee, Saratoga steak wrap, or sriracha bacon jalapeno poppers. There are also hand-shaped burgers, wraps, sandwiches, soups and salads, and desserts.

Pub 282’s pizzas with house-made signature sauce are named after areas of the island, like the Sunset, with Canadian bacon and pineapple, or The West Camano, with garlic ranch sauce, chicken, bacon, tomato and red onion.

“Our pub food is delicious and affordable in today’s environment,” said Pub 282 Manager Beth Wheeler. She’s been employed with the pub for five years and manager for almost three years.

The local pub opened in 2013 by The Myers Group, LLC. Tyler Myers serves as president.

Since opening, Pub 282 become a community gathering place. They’re also community-oriented and sponsor several local organizations and sports teams. They support local charities such as the West Camano Little Free Pantry and host events such as the trunk-or-treat event.

Guests of all ages are welcome at Pub 282. They can enjoy a variety of activities, including Happy Hour; Wednesday trivia hosted by Kitchen Manager Justin; and live music (with no cover charge) from various artists and genres. There is also a spacious outdoor patio where guests can enjoy the beautiful weather while they eat and drink.

Beth said customers return because of their servers, bartenders, kitchen staff, management, and quality of their food.

“We’re a community gathering place with amazing customers and staff members,” she said. “We’re all a big family.”

Pub 282 is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and

Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

9628 271st St NW, Stanwood, WA, 98292

Direct line: (360) 629-4597

Office: (360) 215-3292

Text: (206) 900-8271

Alt: (360) 383-5272

Fax: (360) 629-6382

Email us info@hewlettdental.com

hewlettdental.com

HOURS

Monday – Wed 7:00 - 5:30

Thursday 7:00 - 2:00 CLOSED Fri-Sun