Best of Contest 2025 – Quad Community

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• ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT | 3

• EATING & DRINKING | 4-6

• HEALTH & FITNESS | 7-8

• LOCAL | 9

• SERVICES | 10-14

• SHOPPING | 15-16

• SPORTS & RECREATION | 16

The BEST of the Press as voted by Quad Community Press readers & surrounding area residents

WINNER

White Bear Center For Arts

FINALISTS

• Blue Turtles Art & Wellness

• Rumriver Art Center

BOWLING ALLEY

WINNER

Flaherty’s

FINALISTS

Splitrocks Restaurant, Bar, Bowling & Banquets

Mermaid Entertainment and Events

CELEBRATION/FESTIVAL

WINNER

Marketfest

FINALISTS

Fete des Lacs Community Festival

Hugo Good Neighbor Days

LOCAL BAND/MUSICIAN

WINNER

Jake Nelson Band

FINALIST

• Redpath

LOCAL SINGER/VOCALIST

WINNER

Gary Larue FINALISTS

• Jennifer Grimm

• Lauren Redpath

OUTDOOR EVENT

WINNER

Marketfest

FINALISTS

Bald Eagle Waterski Show

Hugo Good Neighbor Days

EATING & DRINKING | BEST OF THE PRESS

APPETIZER WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• Smokey's Pub N Grill

• MC's Taphouse

APPETIZER SELECTION WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

Smokey's Pub N Grill

• Blue Heron Grill

• MC’s Taphouse BAR WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• Smokey's Pub N Grill

Boulevard Bar & Grille

BBQ RIBS WINNER

Smokey's Pub N Grill

552 Lincoln Dr., East Bethel

651-464-6046

smokeyspubngrill.net

Est. in 2012, Smokey’s has a truly unique approach to craft smokehouse foods and classic American dishes. You’re sure to find our innovative menu to your liking. With the largest craft beer menu in the north metro, including 24 tap lines at our indoor bar and over 75 bottled and canned beer including many local flavors to choose from, you’ll find the perfect pairing to our award winning menu. Smokey’s also offers a full menu of signature cocktails, premium spirits and wine to satisfy your thirst. Our Owners (Chris, Jt, Jeremy, Kat) and our amazing staff strive to give our customers an excellent experience with each visit to Smokey’s. FINALISTS

• The Tavern On Main

• Rudy's Redeye Grill

BEER SELECTION AT A BAR WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• Smokey's Pub N Grill

• The Rusty Bumblebee

BEER SELECTION AT A LIQUOR STORE WINNER

Haskell’s WBL FINALISTS

• G Will Liquors

• Top Ten Liquors

BLOODY MARY WINNER

Carbone's Pizzeria & Pub FINALISTS

Smokey's Pub N' Grill Trappers Bar & Grill

BOURBON SELECTION WINNER

Haskell’s FINALISTS

• Smokey's Pub N' Grill

• On the Rocks Wine & Spirits

BREAKFAST WINNER

Keys Cafe & Bakery FINALISTS

Carol’s Restaurant

• Rusty Cow Family Restaurant

BREWERY WINNER

Forgotten Star Brewing Company FINALISTS

• Invictus Brewing Company

The Rusty Bumblebee

BURRITOS WINNER

Brito’s Burritos FINALISTS

• EL Loro

• Red Luna Taco Factory

EATING & DRINKING | BEST OF THE PRESS

CHEESE CURDS

WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• MC's Taphouse

• Cabin 61

CHICKEN WINNER

Blacksmith Lounge & Broaster FINALISTS

• Tavern on Main

• Blue Heron Grill

CHOW MEIN

WINNER

Amian Chinese Restaurant FINALISTS

• Mac Kitchen

HoHo Gourmet

CHURCH DINNER

WINNER

St. Genevieve's Church FINALIST

• St. Joseph’s Church

COFFEE WINNER

Caribou Coffee FINALISTS

• Coffeesmith

• Dunn Brothers Coffee

CORDIAL/SPIRITS

SELECTION AT A BAR

WINNER

Boulevard Bar & Grille FINALISTS

• Kellys Korner

• The Tavern Grill

CORDIAL/SPIRITS SELECTION AT A LIQUOR STORE

WINNER

Haskell’s WBL FINALISTS

G Will Liquors

Top Ten Liquors

DELI

WINNER

Kowalski's Market FINALISTS

• Festival Foods

• Hyvee

FAJITAS

WINNER

El Zócalo Grill & Cantina FINALISTS

Don Julio

Fiesta Mexican

FAST FOOD

WINNER

Culver’s FINALISTS

• Chick-fil-A

• Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

FISH FRY WINNER

Smokey's Pub N’ Grill FINALISTS

St. Genevieve's Church

• VFW Post 1782

FRENCH FRIES WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• MC’s Taphouse

• McDonald's

FRIED RICE

WINNER

Orchid Restaurant FINALISTS

Amian Chinese Restaurant

• Annies Wok

HAMBURGER WINNER

The Tavern On Main FINALISTS

• Cabin 61

• Kelly's Korner Bar

HAPPY HOUR WINNER

Rudy's Redeye Grill FINALISTS

Smokey's Pub N Grill

• The Boulevard

ICE CREAM CONE WINNER

Nelson's Ice Cream FINALISTS

• Cup and Cone

• DQ Grill and Chill

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER

Cossettas FINALISTS

Donatelli's

• Wiseguys Pizza & Pub

LASAGNA WINNER

Donatelli's FINALISTS

• Wiseguys Pizza & Pub

• Campanelle Restaurant & Bar

LUNCH WINNER

Blue Heron Bar & Grill FINALISTS

• Smokey's Pub N’ Grill

• Rusty Cow Family Restaurant

OUTDOOR DINING WINNER Rudy's Redeye Grill

Smokey's Pub N’ Grill

MC’s Taphouse

PHO SOUP WINNER Mac Kitchen FINALISTS

• Best Taste of Pho Saigon

• Orchid Restaurant

EATING & DRINKING | BEST OF THE PRESS

PIE

WINNER

Village Inn FINALISTS

• Ben the Baker

• Carol's Restaurant

PIZZA WINNER

Ricardo's Pub Pizza FINALISTS

Pizza T

Wiseguys Pizza & Pub

RESTAURANT

WINNER

Smokey's Pub N’ Grill FINALISTS

• Misono Sushi & Asian Bistro

• Cabin 61

SALAD

WINNER

Blue Heron Bar & Grill FINALISTS

Churchill St. Donatelli's

SEAFOOD WINNER

Hajime Sushi Restaurant FINALISTS

• Porterhouse & Seafood

• Misono Sushi & Asian Bistro

SOUP WINNER

Tavern on Main FINALISTS

Keys Cafe & Bakery

Eat at Banning and Fifth

STEAK DINNER

WINNER

Baldamar FINALISTS

• Porterhouse & Seafood

• Lindey's Prime Steak House

STIR FRY WINNER

Orchid Restaurant FINALISTS

Annies Wok

Amian Chinese Restaurant

SUB/SANDWICH WINNER

Alleycat's Gourmet Sandwiches FINALISTS

• Jersey Mike's

• Stewie's

TACOS WINNER

Smokey's Pub N' Grill FINALISTS

El Zócalo Grill & Cantina

Red Luna Taco Factory

WALLEYE DINNER WINNER Culver's FINALISTS

• Tria Restaurant Bar & Event Center

• Brickhouse

WINE SELECTION AT A BAR WINNER

Acqua Restaurant FINALISTS

• Ambi Wine Bar & Desserts

• Ole Piper Inn

WINE SELECTION AT A LIQUOR STORE

WINNER

Haskell’s FINALISTS

Total Wine & More

Eagle Liquor

ASSISTED LIVING

WINNER

Gable Pines

1260 Co Rd E East, St Paul, MN 55110

651-829-3171

Gable Pines in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota is a hospitality focused senior living community offering a warm, caring, service-rich place to call home. At Gable Pines, you’ll remain connected to the Vadnais Heights/White Bear Lake area and lifestyle you love among lifelong friends, while making new friends too. We offer three beautifully integrated living options–independent living, assisted living, and memory care–designed with your comfort, convenience, and safety in mind.

FINALISTS

Good Life Senior Living Keystone Place at LaValle Fields

CHIROPRACTOR

WINNER

Hugo Chiropractic Clinic

5673 147th St N Hugo, MN 55038

651-429-9010

hugochiropractic.com

Hugo Chiropractic Clinic provides personalized, hands-on care to help patients move better, live better, and feel better. Under Dr. Brandyn Christman’s leadership, the clinic specializes in treating sports, auto, pregnancy, and workers comp injuries and offers services including therapeutic exercises, soft tissue therapy, spinal decompression, and massage. Insurance is accepted, and there is no pressure with large, locked in packages. Just quality care when you need it.

FINALISTS

• Blaine Health & Wellness

• Sprout Chiropractic & Wellness

CLINIC

WINNER

Advanced Dermatology Care

FINALISTS

Blaine Health and Wellness CenterLife Counseling

COSMETIC DENTIST

WINNER

Lino Lakes Family Dentistry

591 Apollo Drive, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 | 651-786-7630

Welcome to Lino Lakes Family Dentistry, your locally owned and operated dentist in Lino Lakes, MN!

At Lino Lakes Family Dentistry, we know your smile is important to you, so we are committed to helping you and your family maintain your oral health for life. Our philosophy is based on the concept of preventative dental care to protect against more painful, time consuming and expensive restorative care.

FINALISTS

• Dr. Stephen W. Jaksa– Lake Area Dental

• Blue Heron Dental Care

DENTIST

WINNER

Dr. Charyl Weingarten –Lino Lakes Family Dentistry FINALISTS

• Blue Heron Dental Care

• Lakeshore Family Dentistry

DERMATOLOGY

WINNER

Advanced Dermatology Care FINALISTS

Dermatology Consultants North Metro Dermatology

ESTHETICIAN

WINNER

Advanced Esthetics Med Spa FINALISTS

• Midwest Facial Plastic Surgery & FACE

Cosmetic Skincare

• Tara – Connor James Salon

EYE DOCTOR

WINNER

Associated Eye Care FINALISTS

Birch Lake Eye Clinic

Dr. Robert Dodge, Target Optical GYM

WINNER

The Rookery Activity Center powered by Endurance Fitness FINALISTS

• The Exercise Coach

HEALTH FOOD STORE WINNER All Good Organics FINALISTS

Future Nutrition

• Health Evolution

HEALTHCARE FACILITY

WINNER

Advanced Dermatology Care FINALISTS

• Lino Lakes Family Dentistry White Bear Foot and Ankle Clinic

HOSPICE CARE

WINNER

J.A. Wedum–Allina Health Hospice FINALISTS

• Saint Therese Senior

Odilia

• Good

HEALTH & FITNESS | BEST OF THE PRESS

WINNER

FINALISTS

Blaine Health and Wellness

Alicea White

MENTAL HEALTH

WINNER

and healing for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children. As a team of experienced professionals committed to compassionate care and understanding, this full-service counseling clinic offers a safe and confidential haven where strength-based therapy flourishes. CenterLife Counseling embraces diversity awareness and inclusivity, and specializes in psychological testing and therapy for various concerns including: anxiety, grief, ADHD, trauma, addiction, relationship struggles, and other life challenges. CenterLife Counseling is committed to providing transformative healing and empowering clients to thrive.

FINALISTS

Art Lab Rx, LLC

• Nystrom & Associates

ORTHODONTICS

WINNER

Lino Lakes Family Dentistry

FINALISTS

Pura Vida Orthodontics

Blaine Orthodontics

ORTHOPEDIC CLINIC

WINNER

White Bear Foot and Ankle Clinic FINALISTS

• Twin Cities Orthopedics

• Summit Orthopedics

ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR/SURGEON

WINNER

Dr. Christopher Phillips –White Bear Foot and Ankle Clinic

FINALISTS

Twin Cities Orthopedics

Summit Orthopedics

PEDIATRIC DENTIST

WINNER

Dr. Charyl Weingarten

– Lino Lakes Family Dentistry FINALISTS

Claire Mielke – Mapletree Dentistry

Lakeview Family Dentistry

PHARMACIST

WINNER

Walgreens Pharmacy FINALISTS

• Cub Pharmacy

• Fairview Pharmacy

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

WINNER

Blaine Health and Wellness FINALISTS

Twin Cities Orthopedics

Summit Orthopedics

PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC

WINNER

Blaine Health & Wellness FINALISTS

• Twin Cities orthopedics

• Summit Orthopedics

PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR

WINNER

Dr. Cole–Fairview Hugo Clinic

FINALISTS

Jessica Sindt, PA-C

Kathleen Bauer – HealthPartners

RETIREMENT FACILITY/ INDEPENDENT LIVING

WINNER

NorthPointe Garden

Estates FINALISTS

• Applewood Pointe of Shoreview

• Harbor Crossing Presbyterian Homes & Services

SENIOR CARE FACILITY

WINNER

Waverly Gardens

FINALISTS

Good Life Senior Living

Johanna Shores

WELLNESS COACH

WINNER

Abundant Life Wellness

Coaching FINALISTS

• Emma Lara Wellness Coaching LLC

• The Exercise Coach

YOGA

WINNER

Body Mind Circle FINALISTS

Shanti Om Yoga

Balance for Life Fitness & Wellness

Blue Heron Bar & Grill Cub

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WINNER

Blue Heron Elementary School FINALISTS

• Rice Lake Elementary

• Centerville Elementary School

HIGH SCHOOL

WINNER

Centennial

4707 North Road Circle Pines, MN 55014 | 763- 792-6000 isd12.org

Centennial connects the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington, and Lino Lakes through its nine exceptional schools. By providing high quality educational opportunities, emotional support, and social development, Centennial School District prepares learners for excellence in their future.Centennial offers engaging learning opportunities, emotional support, and social development to each of our students to help them prepare for whatever is next and beyond. As a result, 92% of resident students choose Centennial. FINALISTS

• Liberty Classical Academy Forest Lake High School

INDOOR WEDDING VENUE

WINNER

Kellerman's Event Center

MIDDLE SCHOOL

WINNER

Centennial Middle School

FINALISTS

Liberty Classical Academy

White Bear Lake 624

OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUE

WINNER

7 Vines Vineyard and Winery FINALISTS

• Kellerman's Event Center

• Bruentrup Heritage Farm

PLACE

TO WORK, LARGE

WINNER

Renstrom Dental

7455 Village Dr, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 (651) 407-0491 | renstrom.com

Renstrom Dental Studio is a Full Service Dental Lab located in Lino Lakes, MN. We pride ourselves in providing an exceptional customer service experience, while meticulously executing our dentists specific preferences with every case we handcraft in house. Our purpose is to enhance the lives of our doctors and their patients, and we thank all of those who afford us that opportunity.

FINALISTS

Infinite Campus Gable Pines

PLACE TO WORK, SMALL

WINNER

Advanced Dermatology Care

FINALISTS

Cup and Cone

Heartland Credit Union

TEACHER (6-12)

WINNER

Robert Danzl–Centennial Middle School FINALISTS

• Andy Marshall–Centennial

• Mary Andrews–Centennial Middle School

TEACHER (K-5)

WINNER

Shelley Dobrokta– Liberty Classical Academy FINALISTS

Laura Alonzi–Centennial Elementary School

Mr. Stein–Centennial Elementary School

ACCOUNTING FIRM

WINNER

TRW's Tax Service

FINALISTS

• Gwizdala & Associates Inc

• Kelling CPA Ltd

AIR DUCT CLEANING SERVICE

WINNER

Duct King

FINALISTS

Air Duct Power LLC

Blue Ox Heating & Air

AUTO

BODY

WINNER

Automotive Reflections Collision Center

FINALISTS

• Fairway Collision & Automotive

• North Country Auto Body & Mechanical

AUTO REPAIR

WINNER

Trinity Auto Care

Blaine - 10841 Mankato St NE | (763) 3439813

WBL- 2382 Leibel St, STE 101 | (651) 2422886

www.TrinityAutoMN.com

Trinity Auto Care is known for delivering honest, high-quality automotive repair with a community-first approach. Their ASEcertified team handles everything from routine maintenance to advanced diagnostics, European and diesel repair. Open Monday through Friday, Trinity provides a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty and offers complimentary loaners or rides for convenience. With a reputation for integrity, expertise, and customer care, Trinity Auto Care continues to set the standard for trusted auto service in the Northeast Metro.

FINALISTS

• Muffler Doctor Auto Clinic

• Lenfer Automotive & Transmission

• Precision Tune Auto Care

BANK

WINNER

F&M Bank

845 Co Rd E East, Vadnais Heights / 7641 Lake Dr, Lino Lakes

651-429-8000 / 651-784-8000

www.fmbank.biz

For a century, F&M Bank has been a pillar of the communities we serve. We are known for our commitment to helping others succeed, whether it be our clients, our team, or our communities. We invite you to stop in to our branches in Lino Lakes and Vadnais Heights to see how F&M can help you reach your financial goals.

FINALIST

SMW Financial Credit Union

BARTENDER

WINNER

Andy Kriz–The Tavern on Main FINALISTS

• Mariea Bradbury–White Bear Bar

• Siobhan Noyes–Manitou Bar and Grill

BIKE SHOP

WINNER

On Time Bike Shop

FINALISTS

Gateway Cycle CARS Bike Shop

CAR WASH

WINNER

Tidal Wave

FINALISTS

• Mister Car Wash

• Perfect 10 Car Wash and Detail Center

SERVICES | BEST OF THE PRESS

CHILDCARE

WINNER

New Creations Child Care & Learning Center FINALISTS

• Love To Grow On

• Milestones Early Learning Center

Brook Church FINALISTS Good Shepherd

• St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church

Plus FINALISTS

• Heartland Credit Union

• SMW Financial Credit Union CUSTOMER SERVICE

WINNER

Christa's Paw Spa FINALISTS

Advanced Dermatology Care

• Heartland Credit Union

DOG GROOMER

WINNER

Christa’s Paw Spa FINALISTS

• Zen Paws Spa

• Fancy pawz

DOG TRAINER WINNER

Katie K-9

651-429-5433 KTK9.com Located

EXTERMINATOR

WINNER

Plunkett's Pest Control FINALISTS

KATIE’S K9

• Be There Pest Control

• Moxie Pest Control

FINANCIAL PLANNER

Dog

EXTERIOR PAINTING SERVICE

WINNER

Murphy Bros Painting & Pre-Finishing FINALISTS

• Wall To Wall Painters LLC

• Fresh Paint White Bear Lake

WINNER

Heartland Credit Union FINALISTS

Lakeside Legacy Wealth Advisors –Thrivent SMW Financial Credit Union

FUNERAL HOME

WINNER

Mueller Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation FINALISTS

• Mueller-Bies Funeral Home

• Kozlak-Radulovich Funeral Chapel

GAS STATION

WINNER Bill's Superette FINALISTS

KWIK TRIP

• Olson's Market

WINNER

Connor James Salon

FINALISTS

Your Hairstylist Paige Allure Salon & Spa

HAIR STYLIST

WINNER

Christina Luger–Connor James Salon FINALISTS

• Paige Hustad

• Allure Salon & Spa

HEATING/AIR

CONDITIONING

WINNER

Krinkie's Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing

87 County Road B East, St. Paul

651-488-5555 | krinkies.com

When it comes to choosing trustworthy HVAC contractors in St. Paul, MN, the choice is clear: Krinkie’s Heating, Air and Plumbing. From delivering dependable heating and cooling solutions to making our customers’ comfort our top priority, you can count on our certified technicians to work tirelessly to help you achieve the comfortable home you crave—and the peace of mind you deserve.

FINALISTS

Aquarius Home Services

Air Flow Mechanical Inc.

Best Place To Work

INSURANCE AGENT

WINNER

Joshua McDuffie –COUNTRY Financial Agent

FINALISTS

Kirk possehl

Dan Reichert–State Farm Insurance Agent

INSURANCE COMPANY

WINNER

Possehl Agency FINALISTS

• Jesse Bentrup–Farmers Insurance

• J R Lynch–American Family Insurance

JEWELER

WINNERS (TIE)

Graham Jewelers

White Bear Jewelers

FINALIST

Geller Jewelers

JUNK REMOVAL

WINNER

Johnson Junk Removal

LANDSCAPE

WINNER

www.groundfxmn.com

DreamScapes Landscaping

Rock Solid Landscape & Irrigation

LAWN CARE SERVICE

WINNER

Alex's Lawn & Turf

FINALISTS

• Ground Fx Lawn & Landscape, Inc.

• Ark Lawn Care Services

LAWYER

WINNER

Sheila J. Kelly Law Firm

FINALISTS

Attorney Aaron Hall Tramm Law Firm

SERVICES | BEST OF THE PRESS

MECHANIC

WINNER

Trinity Auto Care

FINALISTS

Apitz Garage

Lenfer Automotive & Transmission

MORTGAGE COMPANY

WINNER

Heartland Credit Union FINALISTS

• F & M Bank

• Bell Bank Mortgage–Dan Dikken

MOVING/HAULING SERVICE

WINNER

Goal Line Moving FINALISTS

Bosley Movers LLC

MSP Moving

OIL CHANGE

WINNER

Trinity Auto Care FINALISTS

• Apitz Garage, Inc.

• Lenfer Auto Care

PAINT STORE

WINNER

Abbott Paint & Carpet FINALISTS

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Hirshfield's

PET SITTER/BOARDING

WINNER

Oneka Pet Resort FINALISTS

• All Star Pet Hotel & Day Care

• Goldwood Kennels

PLUMBER

WINNER

Hugo Plumbing and Pump Service Inc FINALISTS

Oneka Plumbing

Krinkie's Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing

REALTOR

WINNER

Sean Andren–Coldwell Banker FINALISTS

• Sheree Ingebritson–LaBelle Real Estate

• Joy Erickson Group–Edina Realty

REMODELER

WINNER

Custom Remodelers, Inc. FINALISTS

Bruggeman Exteriors

Lang Builders

RENTAL BUSINESS

WINNER

White Bear Rental FINALISTS

• All Seasons Rental

• Ruddys Rental

ROOFER

WINNERS (TIE)

Four Point Construction

Midwest Roofing, Siding & Windows

FINALIST

Bear Roofing

SELF STORAGE

WINNER

Lino Lakes Storage FINALISTS

• North Star Mini Storage

• White Bear RV and Boat Storage

SERVER

WINNER

Thea Bradbury–Carbone's Pizzeria & Pub

FINALISTS

• Tavern on Main

• The Tavern Grill

SOLAR COMPANY

WINNER

Cedar Creek Energy FINALISTS

All Energy Solar

• Live Wire Solar

SPA

WINNERS (TIE)

Advanced Esthetics Med Spa

Connor James Salon

FINALIST

Allure Salon & Spa

TATTOO ARTIST

WINNER

Jason Pate FINALISTS

• Beloved Studios

• David Wick

TATTOO SHOP

WINNER

Bluebird Tattoo Co FINALISTS

Captive Elements

Beloved Studios

TAX PREPARER

WINNER

TRW's Tax Service FINALISTS

• Arlyce Cleveland Ltd

• Kelling CPA Ltd

TIRE SHOP

WINNER

Discount Tire FINALISTS

• Trinity Auto Care

• Lenfer Automotive and Transmission

TOWING SERVICE

WINNERS (TIE) A+ Towing

Blaine Towing Services FINALIST

• Archie's Towing And Roadside TREE SERVICE

WINNER

Cameron Tree Service FINALISTS

• A Cut Above Tree Service

• Balsam Tree & Shrub Care Inc

VETERINARY CLINIC

WINNER

Rice Creek Animal Hospital FINALISTS

• Kelley Animal Hospital

• Minnesota Veterinary Hospital

VETERINARY CLINIC (EMERGENCY)

WINNER

BluePearl Pet Hospital FINALISTS

• Advanced Veterinary Care

• Centennial Veterinary Clinic

WATER TREATMENT SERVICE

WINNER

Zachman's Water Care FINALISTS

• Aquarius Home Services Commers the Water Store

CLOTHING STORE

WINNER

Humble Roots Boutique FINALISTS

• Random Hippie

• Mainstream Boutique

FLOORING/CARPET STORE

WINNER

Roberts Flooring Inc FINALISTS

Flooring Expo by Carpet King

J.W. Wood Floors

FLORIST WINNER

Centerville Floral FINALISTS

• Styled Stems

• Hummingbird Floral & Gifts

GIFT SHOP

WINNER

Humble Roots Boutique FINALISTS

• The Argyle Moose

• GoodThings

GREENHOUSE/NURSERY

WINNER

Waldoch Farm FINALISTS

Lebens Floral & Garden

Rock Gardens

GROCERY STORE WINNERS (TIE)

Cub

Lunds & Byerlys FINALIST

• Festival Foods

HARDWARE STORE WINNER

Beisswenger's Hardware & Power Equipment

1823 Old Highway 8 NW

651-633-1271

www.acehardware.com/store-details/19352

Beisswenger’s Hometown Hardware store is proud to deliver more than products—we deliver trust and hometown service. Customers chose us for our knowledgeable staff, wide selection of quality hardware and power equipment, and our commitment to the community. Whether it’s expert advice, dependable repairs, or everyday essentials, you can always count on us. Thank you for making us your go-to hardware store! FINALISTS

• Frattallone's Hardware & Garden

• Hugo Feed Mill & Hardware

Congratulations to all winners and finalists!

HOME FURNISHING DÉCOR

WINNER

Humble Roots Boutique

7095 Centerville Road, Centerville, MN 55038 | (651) 977-6687

humbleroots.boutique

Discover a captivating collection of Minnesotamade items and handcrafted treasures, passionately supported by Humble Roots. Our boutique takes immense pride in showcasing the exceptional talent of local artisans and the dedication of homegrown companies. FINALISTS

• The Argyle Moose

• At Home

THE PRESS CONTEST Reader’s Choice 2025

At the core of every great company stands a hard-working staff. So as the leading HVAC and plumbing team in Minnesota, it’s no surprise that Krinkie’s Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing is no different. In fact, we can confidently say that there’s no team of plumbers and HVAC contractors in St. Paul, MN, that is more passionate, committed and experienced than ours. From the quality of our craftsmanship to the dedication of our team, homeowners who put their trust in our team are choosing long-lasting home comfort solutions—and endless peace of mind.

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