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Voted BEST Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentist

Thank you from all of us at VaraniSmile for your votes!

Voted #1

Best Dentist

6 Years In A Row Readers Choice And 4 Years In A Row Best Of 209

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Best Dental Implants 3 Years In A Row Best Of 209 And 4 Years In A Row Readers Choice

Voted #1

Best Invisalign Best Of 209

Helping people smile with confidence!

527 E. Olive Ave., Turlock

(209) 667-8874

www.VaraniSmile.com

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VOTED Reader’s Choice

Runner-Up for Best Real Estate Agent

Commercial Real Estate

Commercial Real Estate & Condo/Apartments

First Place for Best Community Role Model

Thank you to my loyal clients, friends and family for all of your support throughout the years!

ANOKEEN VARANI REALTOR, DRE LIC #02043616

email: anokeen@gmail.com cell: (209) 648-8006

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2021 February2022

PUBLISHER Hank Vander Veen

EDITOR

Welcome to this year’s magazine highlighting the winners of the Turlock Journal Readers’ Choice awards for 2021. It is our 16th annual contest with some of our winners dating back to 2005.

This year’s winners should be especially proud to not only have persevered through historically tough times, but excelled at quality and customer service.

Kristina Hacker

ART DIREC TOR Harold L. George

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Sharon Hoffman

SALES & MARKETING Beth Flanagan Charles Webber

Our contest is voted on and selected by you and all the other readers of the Turlock Journal, both in print and online. In this year’s voting we had higher participation with more votes cast than ever before — over 125,000 votes in 167 categories.

DIGITAL Frankie Tovar Rich Matheson

This issue is unique in that it shines a light on the people, businesses and organizations that our readers choose as the ‘best.’ As the oldest media organization in Turlock and surrounding communities our audience is bigger than ever as we strive to produce content in many forms that is focused on the community that all of us live, work and play in. We live in a vibrant community with many successes all around us. It is important that all of us patronize local businesses and support our community leaders.

As always, we strive to provide content that enlightens, entertains and informs while providing a forum for local conversation about issues and ideas.

We hope you enjoy this magazine and continue to engage with our newspaper and digital platforms.

To advertise in Readers’ Choice, call Turlock • 209.634.9141 Readers’ Choice is published every year

Hank Vander Veen Publisher & Owner hvanderveen@turlockjournal.com

121 S. Center St. 2nd Floor •Turlock, CA 95380 Comments: hvanderveen@turlockjournal.com www.turlockjournal.com ©Copyright 2022. Readers’ Choice All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photograph or illustration without written permission from the publisher of Readers’ Choice is strictly prohibited. The opinions expressed in Readers’ Choice are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of Readers’ Choice management or owner.

Readers’ Choice assumes no responsibility and makes no recommendation for claims made by advertisers and shall not be liable for any damages incurred.

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OF OF DEDICATED SERVICE SERVICE IN TURLOCK IN TURLOCK OF DEDICATED DEDICATED SERVICE 96 96 YEARS 96YEARS YEARS

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SMITH CHEVROLET OF TURLOCK A Family Tradition for 96 Years

VOTED FIRST PLACE AUTO DEALERSHIP (NEW) Thank you for your votes!

Home of the SMITH FAMILY LIFETIME WARRANTY New & Preowned vehicles limited power train, see dealer for details

RIGHT OFF THE FREEWAY, RIGHT ON THE PRICE • 1601 AUTO MALL DRIVE, TURLOCK

CALL US TODAY! 209.632.3946 www.smithchevroletturlock.com

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SMITH CHEVROLET OF TURLOCK A Family Tradition for 96 Years

VOTED FIRST PLACE AUTO DEALERSHIP (USED) Thank you for your votes!

RIGHT OFF THE FREEWAY, RIGHT ON THE PRICE • 1601 AUTO MALL DRIVE, TURLOCK

CALL US TODAY! 209.632.3946 www.smithchevroletturlock.com

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SMITH CHEVROLET OF TURLOCK A Family Tradition for 96 Years

VOTED FIRST PLACE LUXURY AUTO Thank you for your votes!

RIGHT OFF THE FREEWAY, RIGHT ON THE PRICE • 1601 AUTO MALL DRIVE, TURLOCK

CALL US TODAY! 209.632.3946 www.smithchevroletturlock.com

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Auto Body

Bonander

Luxury Auto

Smith Chevrolet of Turlock

Auto Dealership (new)

Smith Chevrolet of Turlock

Oil Change

10 Minute Lube’N Oil

Auto Dealership (used)

Smith Chevrolet of Turlock

Smog

Balswick’s Quick Smog

Auto Detail

Cen Cal Detail

Tire Store

Balswick’s Tire & Auto Service

Auto Maintenance

Balswick’s

Tractor Tires

Balswick’s Tire & Auto Service

Auto Parts

O’Reilly Auto Parts

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COMMUNITY FAVORITES

Business to Work For

Community Role Model

Dr. McCulla - Turlock Dental Care

Johnny Big-Ears

Charity Event

Hall Rental

Assyrian Aid Society Claws for a Cause

The Grand Oak

Community Festival or Event

Local Politician

Dentistry From the Heart

John Snoke

Community Organization

Most Community Involved Business

Jessica’s House

Dr. McCulla - Turlock Dental Care

Voted Best Charity Event Claws for a Cause

TURLOCKJOURNAL.COM

TURLOCKJOURNAL.COM

Best Community Organization

Thank you for your support and votes!

Your

Local News Source Now locally-owned.

Assyrian Aid Society of America

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9AUTO LIST

COMMUNITY FAVORITES

Senior Assisted Care

Covenant Living of Turlock Senior Living Community

Covenant Living of Turlock Wedding Venue

Pageo Lavender Farm

keeping businesses keeping connected™

businesses connected™

209BUSINESSJOURNAL.COM

209BUSINESSJOURNAL.COM

SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY & SENIOR ASSISTED CARE

Thank you for voting us best!

Experience first-hand the Covenant Living difference. Call (877) 364-1459, or visit CovLivingTurlock.org.

2125 N. Olive Avenue • Turlock, CA RCFE License #500301453 COA #133

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FOOD

Bar/Pub

Espresso Bar

Dust Bowl Brewing Co.

The Coffee House, Denair

Beer Tap Room

Milkshakes

Dust Bowl Brewing Co.

Lulu’s Ice Cream Parlor

Coffee House

Wine List

Alison’s Café House

Bistro 234

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Since 1948, we’ve been committed to serving the freshest, highest quality burgers and shakes around. While our standards are high, it’s what you think that makes all the difference.

Thank you!

CELEBRATING YEARS IN BUSINESS!

Voted

BEST Hot Dog!

3071 Countryside Drive, Turlock

Thank you!

425 E. Main St., Turlock, CA 95380 209.667.8383 • www.mainstreetfooters.com

©2022 In-N-Out Burgers

In-N-Out.com

VOTED BEST Best Bakery Best Cake/Cupcake Shop Best Wedding Cake

Thank you Turlock!

Celebrating 41 years in business

2225 Geer Rd., Turlock, CA (209) 668-0928 • otpastries.com READERS’CHOICE

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THANK YOU YOU FOR FOR VOTING VOTING FOR THANK FOR US! THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US! US! TURLOCK JOURNAL READERS CHOICE 3 YEARS TURlOcK IN ROW! TURLOCK JOURNAl JOURNAL READERS READERS cHOIcE CHOICE 3 5 YEARS YEARS IN INAA AROW! ROW!

SERVING ASSORTMENT SWEET ANDSAVORY SAVORYCREPES CREPES SERVING AN ASSORTMENT OF SWEET AND SERVING AN AN ASSORTMENT OFOF SWEET AND SAVORY CREPES WE AND APPRECIATE ALL OF OUR CUSTOMERS! WELOVE LOVE AND APPRECIATE OUR CUSTOMERS! WE LOVE AND APPRECIATE ALLALL OF OF OUR CUSTOMERS!

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Thanks to our great guests and our talented chefs.

With gratitude, Leroy Walker and Jennifer Doerksen

Winner of the following 2021 Reader's Choice Awards

BEST DINNER • BEST WINE LIST BEST SEAFOOD • BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT OPEN TUESDAY – SATURDAY 5PM – 9PM Happy hour, dinner & desserts specialty cocktails 234 East Main Street, Turlock, CA. 95380 Bistro234.com To make a reservation call (209)668-4234 or go to

Voted Best

Asian Restaurant • Best Lunch Best Chef Mohini Singh

100 W. MAIN ST. • TURLOCK, CA 95380 READERS’CHOICE

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DINING

Asian Restaurant

Crepes

Lunch

First and Main

The Creperie

First and Main

Bakery

Deli

Mexican Restaurant

Olde Tyme Pastries

Village Fresh

El Charro

BBQ

Desserts

Outdoor Dining

Big Vic’s BBQ

Sunrise Bakery

Dust Bowl Brewing Co.

Breakfast

Dinner

Pizza

Loza Wine & Crepes

Bistro 234

Willie’s Pizza & Wings

Brunch

Fast Food

Romantic Restaurant

Toscana’s Ristorante

In-n-Out Burger

Bistro 234

Burger

French Fries

Sandwich

In-n-Out Burger

In-n-Out Burger

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop

Cake/Cupcake Shop

Hot Dog

Seafood Restaurant

Olde Tyme Pastries

Main Street Footers

Bistro 234

Caterer

Hot Wings

Steak House

Neto’s Catering

Jura’s Pizza Parlor

Elegant Bull

Chef

Italian Restaurant

Yogurt/Ice Cream

Mohini Singh @ 1st and Main

Toscana’s Ristorante

Yogurt Mill

Japanese/Sushi

Fuji Sushi

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ENTERTAINMENT

Art Gallery

Kids Fun

Carnegie Arts Center

Ten Pin Fun Center

Entertainment Venue

Live Theater

Ten Pin Fun Center

Turlock High School

Family Fun

Outdoor Event

Ten Pin Fun Center

Stanislaus County Fair

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FARM

& ANIMAL SERVICES

Dog Training

Top Notch Kennels

Large Animal Supplies

Turlock Feed and Livestock Supply

Doggie Daycare/Boarding

Top Notch Kennels

Veterinarian Office Groomer

Monte Vista Small Animal Hospital

Top Notch Kennels

VOTED BEST VETERINARY OFFICE

Sunday Dentals • Pet Transport Puppy & Kitten Plans • Late Hours No Emergency Fee’s Live Web Chat

Make your mark.

In today’s mobile world, it’s more important than ever for companies to have instant, mobile-friendly information available as easily as possible, or else people tend to move on to someone who does. Life moves too quickly to look for hard-to-find stuff.

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Web Design Let us help you.

Make your mark.

In today’s mobile world, it’s more important than ever for companies to have instant, mobile-friendly information available as easily as possible, or else people tend to move on to someone who does. Life moves too quickly to look for hard-to-find stuff.

901 East Monte Vista, Turlock 634-0023 • www.montevistavet.com Open Mon-Fri 7am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm and Sun 9am-8pm READERS’CHOICE

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COMPASSIONATE CANINE CARE AND EDUCATION

DAYCARE • TRAINING • BOARDING GROOMING • BOW WOW BOUTIQUE

Thank you for voting

Top Notch Kennels

“Turlock Journal Readers’ Choice”!

BEST Dog Training BEST Doggie Daycare/Boarding BEST Groomer

visit us in TURLOCk at

1118 S Tegner Rd

“Where dogs come to stay and play!”

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HEALTH

& FITNESS

Barber Shop

Hair Salon

Primary Care Facility

Lowly Barber Social Club

Re.Treat

Family Medical Group

Bootcamp

Health Care

Sedation Dentistry

BODYBEST•Fit

Sutter Gould

Turlock Dental Care

Cannabis - Medical

Health Club/Fitness

Firehouse Cannabis Dispensary

BODYBEST•Fit

Cannabis - Recreational

The Honest Choice Children’s Optometry

Generations Family Optometry Chiropractor

Atkinson Chiropractic Cosmetic Dentist

VaraniSmile Dental Implants

VaraniSmile Dentist

Turlock Dental Care

Laser & Cosmetic

Dr. Anderson Mental Health Care

Turlock Family Counseling Optometrist

Generations Family Optometry Orthodontist

Turlock Dental Care Personal Trainer

BODYBEST•Fit Physician

Carrie Janiski, DO

Dermatologist

Golden State Dermatology Gymnastics/Dance Studio

Backstage Academy of Dance

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Tower Health & Wellness Congratulates...

Dr. Carrie Janiski, DO Voted Best Physician (209) 216-3456

Dr. William Anderson

Voted Best Laser Cosmetic Provider (209) 216-3300

Toscana’s Ristorante

Voted Best Brunch & Italian Restaurant (209) 216-3555

Thanks For Making Us Turlock’s Readers’ Choice!

1801 Colorado Avenue Turlock (209) 216-3400 www.tower-health.com

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VOTED

• Best Dentist • Best Orthodontist • Best Sedation Dentistry • Best Business to Work For • Most Community Involved Business

VOTED

Runner-Up Best Charity Event – Dentistry from the Heart

Dr. Robert A. McCulla, DDS

Dr. Emma Carpenter, DMD

Dr. Bhupinder Bahia, DMD

Thank you for voting for us!

209-667-7889

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of Monte Vista an We invite you to come see us at our beautiful, new, state of the art office located at the corner of Monte Vista and Colorado!

3131 Colorado Ave., Turlock, CA 95382

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Best

Voted Optometrist & Children's Optometry Family Eye Care, Eye Exams, Contact Lens, Fitting, Bifocal contacts, Monovision, Large Selection of Frames & Sunglasses

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2010 W. Monte Vista Ave., Turlock 209-667-1213 GenerationsOptometry.com

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providing the full spectrum of dermatology services medical • surgical • cosmetic

GOLDEN STATE DERMATOLOGY

VOTED BEST DERMATOLOGIST IN TURLOCK Thank you for voting for us!

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THE CONFIDENCE TO BE YOUR BEST

We provide the full spectrum of dermatology care by combining leading clinicians and resources in the pursuit of the ultimate patient experience.

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Dr. Jones and all his staff is kind, considerate, caring, and professional.

Dr. Jones is great and he wants to see that my skin and health are maintained. I love this office.

Friendly staff. They treat each patient as if you are the only one on the office. PA Jepson was very thorough and was attentive to my questions and concerns.

Christian Jones, MD, FAAD Dr. Jones has over 25 years of clinical experience in medical and surgical dermatology. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

I needed to be seen quickly about a growth I was concerned about. They fit me in and treated my promptly.

I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Jones and the staff.

Jordan Jepson, PA-C A Turlock native, Jordan Jepson, PA-C enjoys providing excellent medical and cosmetic care to patients in our community.

BOOK ONLINE OR CALL TODAY! 1000 Delbon Ave., Suite 8, Turlock, CA 95382 goldenstatedermatology.com | 209.779.6090

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Antique Store

Flooring - Carpet

Furniture Store

Main Street Antiques

Carpet Man Pro Flooring

Carpet Cleaning

Flooring - Hardwood

Back Home Furniture and Decor

ASAP Carpet Cleaning

TriCounty Flooring America

Children’s Furniture

Flooring - Luxury Vinyl

Woods Furniture

Carpet Man Pro Flooring

Concrete Coatings

Flooring/Tile

Lancaster Painting

Turlock Floor Covering

Heating/Air Conditioning

Wally Falkes Heating & Air Home Accessories

Vintage Market Home Automation

Kirkes Electric

Thank you, Turlock!

Thank you for voting Turlock Family Counseling your Best Mental Health Care again this year! We are honored to serve our community with exceptional care and compassion.

1351 Geer Rd., #107 Turlock, CA 95380 (209) 427-5610 or (209) 633-3067 www.turlockfamilycounseling.com

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Home Improvement Company

Valley Garage Doors Home Theater

Kirkes Electric Kitchen/ Bath Cabinets

Kiwi Woodworks Kitchen/ Bath Counters

Tom Soiseth Tile

Kitchen/ Bath Remodeling

Roofing Company

Kiwi Woodworks

DeHart Roofing

Mattress/Bedding

Termite Inspections

Woods Furniture

Reliable Termite Solutions

Paint Store

Window Blinds

Paul’s Paint Company

Paul’s Glass Co.

Painting Service

Window Glass Dealer

Lancaster Painting

Paul’s Glass Co.

Pest Control

Reliable Termite Solutions

Thank you for your votes!

Thank you for voting us #1 again!

Voted Best Pest Control & Best Termite Inspections • Pest Control • Termite Inspection • Bundle Packages for your Home/ Roof Inspection • Rodent & Bedbug Control

Readers’ Choice Winner 17 Years and Counting INTERIORS • EXTERIORS • CABINETS FLOOR COATINGS

Mention this ad & your 1st service is $45

Thank you for your votes and support!

RELIABLE RTS TERMITE SOLUTIONS

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209-634-1111

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VOTED BEST Kitchen & Bath Cabinets!

Kitchen & Bath Remodeling!

ank you ffor or

VOTING FOR US! Voted Best Carpet Store and Best Luxury Vinyl Store Serving the community for 39 years

Fine Custom Cabinetry For Home & Office

1326 Lander, Turlock, CA

209-667-4422

CELL : 209-607-KIWI www.KiwiWoodworks.com

CA Lic #913447

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm • Saturday 9am - 12pm

LIC. #787544

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VOTED BEST WINDOW COVERINGS-BLINDS VOTED BEST WINDOW GLASS DEALER

Thank you for supporTing paul’s glass!

CONT. LIC. #306333

THE ULTIMATE SMART HOME EXPERIENCE

Celebrating

81 YEARS 1941 - 2022

Quality & Service Since 1941 • Windows • Patio Doors • Mirrors • Shower Doors • Custom Glass • Shutters

Voted Best Home Automation Voted Best Home Theater

• Shades • Blinds • Screens • Screen Doors

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240 S. First Street, Turlock • (209) 634-2993 PaulsGlassCo.net

999 N. Golden State Blvd., Turlock, CA 95380

(209) 634-9301

www.KirkesElectric.com

WA L L A RT & C LO C KS : N E W I N V E N T O RY J U S T A R R I V E D F O R 2 0 2 2 !

RECLINERS STARTING AT $499

Celebrating 73

225 Lander Ave. Turlock, CA 95380

TAKE HOME TODAY

Sofa Sets  Recliners  Bedroom Sets  Adjustable Beds Mattresses  Dining Sets • Sectionals  Lift Chairs Pub Tables  Bar Stools  & More!

Years in Turlock!

Adjustable DEEP DISCOUNTS on every size mattress!

Lift Chairs

OVER 20 IN STOCK

WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!

Quality Brands at Prices You’ll Love!

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Accounting/Bookkeeping

Estate Planning

Law Firm

Balanced Books, LLP

Strategic Legal Group

Warda & Yonano

Attorney

Funeral Home

Michael Silva

Allen Mortuary

Silva Injury Law, Inc.

Bank

Hotel

Photographer

Bank of Stockton

Fairfield Inn & Suites

by Marriott

Capture by Sherrie Shamgochian

Insurance Agency

Plumbers

CPA/Tax Service

FS Tax Service Inc.

PHOTO BY SORA SHIMAZAKI FROM PEXELS

Credit Union

Valley First Credit Union Elder Law

Strategic Legal Group

Winton-Ireland Strom & Green

Doherty’s Plumbing & Rooter

Insurance Agent

Print/Copy Shop

Claudia Ducheneaux

Harder’s Print Shop Wedding Cake

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Agriculture | Construction | Transportation Commercial | Personal

Thank you Turlock,

for voting us Best Insurance Agency!

Providing insurance and related services to the Central Valley since 1913.

Serving our clients is #1. There is no #2.

Turlock | Livingston | Modesto info@wisg.com | wisg.com | 800.790.4875 Lic. #0596517

We are so honored to be VOTED THE BEST HOTEL IN TURLOCK! Thank you for voting for us.

3301 Countryside Drive Turlock, CA 95380

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Voted Best Funeral Home in Turlock

Michael and Alison Allen

Proudly providing years of family centered, compassionate care for 70 years 247 N. Broadway, Turlock

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Thank you for voting for us!

Third Generation Family Business Serving the community for 70 years

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Original Buil

Allen Mortuary

Grandfather Bill Allen

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Banking With A Purpose

THANK YOU

for voting Valley First Credit Union Best Credit Union!

checking | loans | mortgages | investment services

Ceres | Clovis | Fresno | Modesto | Oakdale | Tracy | Turlock Valleyfirstcu.org | (209) 549-8500

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OPPORTUNITY

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Promoting Healing Through Compassionate Advocacy

For voting Silva Injury Law

Favorite

Personal Injury & Attorney

Helping injured people in auto accident cases in the Central Valley.

Free Consultation with a personal injury attorney

NO FEE

unless we win

Central Valley 2130 Geer Rd., Suite A Turlock, CA 95380

209-600-4389

515 13th Street, Suite 101 Modesto, CA 95354

209-600-4389

Michael Joe Silva

michaeljoe@silvainjurylaw.com

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Thank You for Voting for Us as Best Bank!

Photo: An Octoberfest toast - circa 1915

Thank you to our loyal customers and friends for your continued trust and patronage. When we

opened our doors in 1867, our goal was to provide the highest level of service and innovation for our customers. That commitment remains today.

We are grateful for the relationships we’ve built and are committed to providing you with the tools, convenience and service to help families and businesses grow, succeed and flourish throughout the many communities we have the pleasure of serving.

From the entire Bank of Stockton family, here’s to you!

bankofstockton.com

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IN TURLOCK 134 S. Golden State Blvd.

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REAL ESTATE

Commercial Real Estate

Property Management

EXIT Realty Consultants

New Bridge Management

Home Inspection

Real Estate Agent

Bixler Inspections

Angeles Lomeli

Loan Officer

Real Estate Firm

Daniel Santos- APM

EXIT Realty Consultants

Loan/Mortgage

American Pacific Mortgage, Geer Rd.

Voted Best

HOME

Professional sound.

No studio fees or residuals.

INSPECTION

VOICE OVER

4 Years in a Row

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Phone Trees Narration (Audiobook/Presentation/eLearning) Radio Commercials

Residential Commercial Pool & Spa Sewer Scopes Termite (Third Party) Certified Professional Inspector Certified Master Inspector

Sound Design & Mixing Funny Voicemail Greetings cuz why not?

(209) 288-9227

jbixlerinspections.com

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VOTED BEST Property Management

Thank you Turlock and surrounding towns for your continued support & loyalty!

Serving San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Merced Counties • Representing the finest rental homes for over 12 years • State of the industry technology to maximize revenues & protect your investment • Extensive marketing programs • Professional & trusted accounting • A team of dedicated property management professionals • 24 hour on-call service Request a Market Analysis today

843 E. Main Street, Turlock

(209) 668-6700 Adrian Harrell

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NewBridgeManagement.com DRE Lic #01878838

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Thank You

Turlock For Voting Us

Best Real Estate Company

Commercial Real Estate Company

& Angeles Lomeli #1 Agent

NOW HIRING & TRAINING!

“Find your HOME at the next EXIT!”

EXIT REALTY CONSULTANTS

209-668-2525 WWW.EXITHOME.COM

TURLOCK CERES MODESTO NORTH MODESTO MODESTO MANTECA TRACY FRESNO 600 E. Main Street, 3018 E. Service Rd, 4641 Spyres Way, Ste # 1 3425 Coffee Rd 901 Mchenry Ave. 150 W. Yosemite Ave, 1912 W. Grant Line Rd. 2416 W. Shaw Ave., Ste #105 Ste # 300 Ste 104 & 105 Modesto, CA. 95356 Modesto Ca 95355 Modesto,CA. 95350 Manteca, CA. 95366 Tracy, CA. 95304 Ph: 209-569-5253 Ph: 209-622-2020 Ph: 209-823-1234 Ph: 209-627-1111 Fresno, CA 93711 Turlock, CA. 95380 Ceres, CA. 95307 Ph: 209-622-4800 Ph: 209-668-2525 Ph: 209-554-5252 Ph: 559-256-7878

MORE COMING SOON!

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SHOPPING

Boutique

Glitz Fine Clothing

Grocery Store

Village Fresh

Children’s Apparel

Danilyn Children’s Boutique

Holiday Decor

Farm House

Coin Shop

LDH Coin Shop

Men’s Apparel

Boot Barn

Custom Furniture

Back Home Furniture and Decor

Party Supplies

Farm House

Custom Jewelry

Vail Creek Jewelers

Shoe Store

1507 Boutique

Custom Reclaimed Furniture

Back Home Furniture and Decor

Unique Local Shop

Main Street Antiques

PHOTO BY ARINA KRASNIKOVA FROM PEXELS

Fine Jewelry

Vail Creek Jewelry Designs

Glitz Fine Clothing

Florist

Yonan’s Floral

Women’s Apparel

Glitz Fine Clothing

Gifts & Accessories

Farm House READERS’CHOICE

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Women’s Accessories

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LDH

COINS Buy & Sell

Thank You For Voting

Favorite Coin Shop 208 E Main St.

209-613-7590 Tuesday-Saturday 10-5

Appraisals Available

Voted Best

ANTIQUE STORE Again!!!

208 E. Main Turlock • 209-669-7000 READERS’CHOICE

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SINCE 1996

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Pair authentic made in store Chips & Salsa with Craft Beers.

Best homemade Ceviche in town!

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BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST GROCERY STORE

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BEST DELI BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST DELI

BEST DELI

BEST GROCERY STORE

Pair specialty meats with the finest wines.

Your Food Hub for LOCAL!

BEST DELI

BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST GROCERY STORE & DELI

BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST DELI

BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST GROCERY STORE AND BEST DELI IN TURLOCK

Craft Beer Specialists.

Specialty Cheeses & Crackers.

Ready-To-Go Meals!

Thank You

Ready-To-Go Grilling Meals!

for voting us BEST Grocery Store and BEST Deli in Turlock

Made fresh daily baked goods!

Choose your best grocery store & deli in Turlock for all your favorite selections.

Fresh salmon grilled & ready to serve!

2090 East Canal Drive Turlock CA

Villagefresh.com

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VOTED BEST CUSTOM FURNITURE CUSTOM RECLAIMED FURNITURE & FURNITURE

Thank You for voting for us!

Open Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5:30pm Saturday 10am to 4pm • Closed on Sundays 221 S. Center Street, Turlock • 209-427-BACK www.backhomefurnitureanddecor.com Featuring John Michael Design Custom Sofas Custom Farmhouse Tables & Furniture - Staging Available - One of a Kind Pieces

by Local Artisans • Floor Samples - Custom Sofas

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