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V ikings! Niles Community Schools Howard Ellis, Ring Lardner and Niles High School, all voted The Best! 111 Spruce Street Niles, MI 49120 269.683.0732 www.nilesschools.org Thank You!

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And the 2014 winners are...

Vikings!Niles Community Schools

Howard Ellis, Ring Lardner and Niles High School, all voted The Best!

111 Spruce StreetNiles, MI 49120

269.683.0732www.nilesschools.orgThank You!

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Thanks For Voting Us Favorite Auto ServiceThanks For Nominating Us Best Tire Store

Mishawaka | Granger | South Bend | Niles

Thank You for Voting me as aBest Realtor!

Call me to see why!

Real Effort. Real Results.

1439 Oak St.Niles, MI 49120Office: 269-683-5355Cell: [email protected]/juliecapron

Julie CapronREALTOR®

Branch Manager

Real Effort. Real Results.

1439 Oak St.Niles, MI 49120Office: 269-683-5355Cell: [email protected]/juliecapron

Julie CapronREALTOR®

Branch Manager

1439 Oak Street • Niles, MI

(269) 357-3525 [email protected]• cressyeverett.com/juliecapron

101 N. MichigaN Street • South BeNd

(574) 968-8101www.cafeNavarre.co

iN the top forBeSt reStauraNt iN South BeNd

aNd BeSt roMaNtic diNNer!

She brings the Lake Effect to quality local health care.

KAITLYNLMC alumna & RN

Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Opportunity Lender. Equal Housing Lender.

Branches in Benton Harbor, Berrien Springs,

Buchanan, Niles, St. Joseph, and Stevensville.

(269) 982-1400 • (888) 982-1400www.unitedfcu.com

Thank Youfor making United Federal Credit Union your local choice.

Auto Loans • Mortgage Loans • Home Equity Loans

The votes have been cast. The results have been tallied. Nothing is left to do now

but present the awards. Leader Publications’ 2014

Best of the Best readers’ choice awards highlights the top businesses in our communities in perhaps the most meaningful way possible: As nominated by you — our readers and citizens — through taking the time to show you care about the community by allowing your voices to be heard.

Thousands of votes were cast for favorite businesses in more than 100 different categories. You will see some familiar names and some new ones as well.

We applaud all those businesses that are recognized in this distinguished contest.

For all of the businesses recognized on this list customer service and satisfaction is paramount. They work hard to achieve it and are exemplary corporate citizens.

Many of the races were close, often with just a few votes separating first from third place. The top 10 in terms of overall votes was a veritable Who’s Who of the region.

The Wonderland Theater received the most overall votes with 135 in the category of Best Movie Theater.

Pizza Transit received the 2nd most with 62 in Best Pizza. Wing’s Etc.

grabbed the 3rd most with 59 for Best Wings. El Amigo Pepe

was 4th with 51 for Best Mexican Restaurant. Local grocery stores fared well with Martin’s 5th with 50 votes in Best Grocery Store and Shel ton’s getting 49 votes for Best Farmers Market, earning sixth place for total votes.

Lowery’s finished in 7th place with 44 votes for Best

Meat Market. The Niles-Buchanan YMCA got 43 votes

for Best Fitness Center to finish in 8th place. The Niles Library got 41

votes in its category for the 9th most votes. Tied for 10th place — 40 each — were Zeke’s for Best Restaurant in Dowagiac and Silver Beach for Best Beach.

The most important thing to take away is that there are no losers. Anyone recognized in the Best of the Best readers’ choice awards is doing lots of things right and customers are noticing. Keep up the good work.

So, without further ado (drum roll please) … here are your 2014 Best of the Best.

Michael Caldwell is the publisher of Leader Publications LLC. He can be reached at (269) 687-7700 or by email at [email protected].

Everyone wins in Best of the Best contestBy Michael Caldwell

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FOOD & DRINK

Best Restaurant in Cassopolis

Broadway Café

Second Place: Tasty TwirlThird Place: Lindy’s

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Best Restaurant in Dowagiac

Zeke’s

Second Place: WoodfireThird Place: Wounded Minnow

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Best Restaurant in Edwardsburg

Lunker’s

Second Place: Fat Cam’sThird Place: Maple Café

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Best Restaurant in Granger

Eddie’s Steak

Second Place: Uptown KitchenThird Place: Temper Grille

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Best Restaurant in Harbor Country

Grand Mere Inn

Second Place: Redamak’sThird Place: The Stray Dog

Best Restaurant in Michiana

Pizza Transit

Second Place:Olfactory Hue

Prized PigTemper Grille

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Best Restaurant in Mishawaka

Cheddars

Second Place: Papa VinoThird Place:

Famous Dave’s, Red Lobster________________

Best Restaurant in Niles

Prime Table

Second Place: Pizza TransitThird Place: Prized Pig

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Best Restaurant in South Bend

LaSalle Grill

Second Place: Café Navvare Third Place:

Carriage House DiningFiddler’s Hearth________________

Best Restaurant in St. Joseph / Benton Harbor

Silver Beach Pizza

Second Place: Clementine’sThird Place: Schu’s

Best Seafood Restaurant

Red Lobster

Second Place: Bonefish GrillThird Place: Players Bar

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Best Italian Restaurant

Papa Vino’s

Second Place: Olive GardenThird Place: Pete’s Patio

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Best Place for a Romantic Dinner Out

Carriage House

Second Place: Café NavarreThird Place:

Emporium, Pizza TransitPlayers Bar, Tabor Hill

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Best Dessert

Yesterday’s

Second Place: Dairy QueenThird Place:Hacienda

Olfactory Hue________________

Best Wings

Wings Etc.

Second Place:Buffalo Wild Wings,

Jay’s Lounge, Pizza Transit

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Best Asian Restaurant

Ho Ping Garden

Second Place: Hot WokThird Place: Soho Japanese Bistro

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Best Mexican Restaurant

El Amigo Pepe

Second Place: HaciendaThird Place: La Esperanza

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Best Steakhouse

Eddie’s Steakhouse

Second Place: Ruth’s Chris SteakhouseThird Place: Logan’s Roadhouse

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Best Vegetarian Restaurant

Olfactory Hue

Second Place: Aladdin’s, Chipotle, Olive Garden________________

Best Microbrewery

Greenbush

Second Place: Evil CzechThird Place: Barehands

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Best Coffee

Brew Ha Ha

Second Place: StarbucksThird Place: Union Coffee House

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Best Burger

The Tavern

Second Place: Five GuysThird Place: Olfactory Hue

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Best Pizza

Pizza Transit

Second Place: Milano’sThird Place: Pete’s Patio

Best Winery

Round Barn

Second Place: Tabor HillThird Place: Lemon Creek

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Best French Fries

Five Guys

Second Place: McDonaldsThird Place:Hot Dogs +Players Bar

Steak & ShakeThe Tavern

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Best Sandwich

Subway

Second Place: Pizza TransitThird Place: Mancino’s

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Best Breakfast

Rise & Shine

Second Place: Prime TableThird Place: Hob Nob

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Best Cocktails

Players Bar

Second Place:Bar LouieFat Cam’s

Jay’s LoungeJourneyman Distillery

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Best Ice Cream

Dairy Queen

Second Place: Kilwin’sThird Place: Ritter’s________________

Best Lunch

Olfactory Hue

Second Place: Pizza TransitThird Place:Players Bar

Rise & Shine

Best Family Restaurant

Prime Table

Second Place: Pizza TransitThird Place: Bucktown Tap, Home Plate

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Best Outdoor Dining

Fat Cam’s

Second Place: Bucktown TapThird Place: Jay’s Lounge

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Best Bar

Massimo’s Backside Bar

Second Place: Jay’s LoungeThird Place: Bucktown Tap

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Best Bartender

Paul Wregglesworth @ Massimo’s

Second Place: Kate Horne @ Fat Cam’sThird Place:

Bree Boomer @ Players BarWynter @ The Nugget

Anna Martin @ Jay’s LoungeSarah Martin @ Jay’s Lounge

Erin Small @ Jay’s Lounge________________

Best Server

Jennifer Cowsert @ Players

Second Place: Deborah Hunter @ Yesterday’sThird Place:

Sarah Martin @ Jay’sSand Gentry @ Pete’s Patio

Jane @ Fat Cam’sAlexis Wacker @ Pizza Transit

ENTERTAINMENT

Best Movie Theater

Wonderland Cinema

Second Place: Movies 14, Showplace 16________________

Best DJ / Radio Personality

DJ MIA @ WSMK

Second Place: Cody & Deb @ B100Third Place: Rob @ U93, Artemis @ U93

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Thank you for your votes, Michiana!We value your trust and confidence and

sincerely appreciate your loyalty to our business. Thank you for choosing Pure Rituals.

Best of the Best.

Tapas ~ Wine Bar ~ Attitude1213 E. University Drive, Granger • (574)273-0443web.tempergrille.com • [email protected]

Must be 21 to dine in the restaurant or on the patio.

920 N. Napanee St., Elkhart

Call 574-264-1174 Open Monday-Saturday • Closed Sunday

Voted Among The Best

Pre-Owned Dealers!

And More!

Check out our current inventory onwww.lochmandy.com/used-inventory/

32 years 5 years 8 years 4 years 11 years 12 years 15 years 17 years 9 years Welcome! Welcome!

Gary Struble

JohnDecker

PatrickRosenogle

DonBrown

MattBeckett

Greg Slabach

Travis Oiler

GregBaker

James Logan

FreddyMellott

DonJohnson

JackFlemming

6 years

Come See Our Used Car Team with over 100 Years of Experience!

Always an Expansive Selection

We pride ourselves on finding the right car for our customers

Best Local Festival or Event

Apple Festival

Second Place:Niles Bluegrass Festival, Hunter Ice Festival

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Best Music Venue

Massimo’s

Second Place: Riverfront ParkThird Place: Cheers, Jay’s Lounge

________________

Best Local Reporter

Craig Haupert

Second Place: Kristen BeinThird Place: Kelly Stopazinski

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Best TV Anchor

Cindy Ward

Second Place: Kristen BienThird Place: Abbey Weppler

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Best Local Artist

John Lidecker

Second Place: Levi SmithThird Place: Ed Bagatini

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Best Local Band

All My Sins Remembered

Second Place: Attention DeficitThird Place: Half Fiction

MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICES

Best Medical Facility

Clear Choice Chiropractic

Second Place: Memorial HospitalThird Place: Lakeland HealthCare

Best Doctor

Dr. Toby Mitchell

Second Place: Dr. HowardThird Place: Dr. Paul Detrisac

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Best Dentist

Dr. Ellen Wyant

Second Place: Dr. GourlayThird Place: Dr. Beckermeyer

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Best Pharmacy

Walgreens

Second Place: Martin’sThird Place: Rite Aid

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Best Hearing Aid Center

HarringtonProfessional Hearing

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MK CONSTRUCTIONMK CONSTRUCTIONWe also install Metal Roofing, Siding and More.

Over 25 Years Experience • LicensedPole Barn & Other Garages Specialist

We do any part of a Pole Barn you don’t want to do Post Frame Specialist.Contact Michael N. Knepple at 269-476-9777

www.mikeknepplebuilders.com

Open Monday-Saturday 11am-3pmClosed Sunday

Many thanks to our community for voting us the Best!

226 E. Main St., Niles 269-687-0880

Eat Local.

www.insurancenilesmi.com

1914 S. 11th St. Niles, MI - BELLE PLAZA

Thank you for many years of making

us the Best!

West Woods of Niles Nursing Center1211 State Line Road • Niles, MI 49120

269.684.2810 • www.peplinskigroup.com

Thank You!West Woods of Niles would like to thank everyone who voted for us. West Woods of Niles is honored that we have been recognized for our efforts of making our home a nice place to live or to recover. We have recently remodeled a majority of our home and expanded our Physical Therapy area. Please come visit us and see our new look. Although the inside looks really nice, it is the thoughtful and caring staff that makes our home so wonderful. So again thank you Niles Community for your continued support.

Chad Culver, Administrator

Thank You for Voting usThe Best!

• Kitchens• Baths

• Decks• Roofing

• Siding • Windows & More!

General contractor specializing in home remodeling.

[email protected](574) 339-9033

Licensed & Insured

Serving Southwest Michigan & Northern Indiana

Menu & hours for both of our locations at www.ohmydarling.com

Clementine’s 500 Phoenix St., South Haven, MI

269-637-4755

Clementine’s Too 1235 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI

269-983-0990

Clementine’s and Clementine’s Too, offering two

distinctly different experiences with the same great menu.

Thank Youfor Voting Us

the Best!

St. Joseph, MI South Haven, MI

OUR PLEDGE TO YOU• THE BEST QUALITY!• THE BEST SERVICE!

• THE BEST PRICE!Our family serving yours since 1957. Locally owned and operated.

“You will hear the difference”WWW.ACOUSTIC-AUDIO.COM

South Bend808 S. Michigan

574-287-72211-800-288-7221

Goshen • Three Rivers

VOTED BEST OF THE BEST FOR HEARING SERVICE!

CALL US TO SCHEDULE A FREE HEARING SCREENING!

Thank You!

Second Place:Acoustic Audio, Beltone

Dr. Campbell, West Michigan Hearing________________

Best Women’s Clinic

OBGYN Associates of Northern Indiana

Second Place:Niles Pregnancy Care Center

St. Joseph Regional Medical CenterMichiana Obstetrics & GynecologySouthwestern Medical Clinic PC-

Women’s Specialties

Best Eye Care Provider

Great Lakes Eye Care

Second Place: Niles Vision ClinicThird Place: Michiana Eye Center

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Best Retirement or Assisted Living Community

Brentwood at Niles

Second Place: West Woods of NilesThird Place: Riveridge Manor

SERVICES

Best Spa / Massage Center

Tranquility Mist

Second Place: Clear ChoiceThird Place:

Inner Journey, David’s Hands________________

Best Hair Salon

Pure Rituals

Second Place: Salon NouveauThird Place: Vixen Hair Studio

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Best Auto Repair/Body Shop

Millin Automotive

Second Place: Marsh Auto RepairThird Place: Zolman’s Tire & Auto

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East Main Gardens Florist1521 E. Main St. • Niles, MI

(269) 683-8000 • (800) 924-7525www.EastMainGardensFlorist.com

Thank you for 93 years of community support!

1441 Oak Street, Niles, MI 49120 • 269-684-5030

Deb Floor269-362-2599www.irephomes.com

Thank you for your support!

Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

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684-6600215 E. Main St•Niles, MI

We’ve Done It Again!Thank you for voting us #1

BEST Restaurantin Michiana!BEST PizzaAnd voting us Top 3 in

BEST Wings BEST Lunch BEST Romantic Dinner BEST Server BEST Family RestaurantBEST SandwichBEST Restaurantin Niles!

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We couldn’t have done it without the support of our super cool customers!

Thank you for voting us the Best Gold & Coin

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm • Saturday 9am-2:30pm433 N. Dixie Way, South Bend (574) 247-18181802 E. US 20, Michigan City (219) 814-4333

www.christoscoins.com

Christos Coin & Jewelry

Come to the Professionals!Customer Service • Quality • Selection • Fair Pricing

Best Place for an Oil Change

Millin Automotive

Second Place: Sparkle Quik LubeThird Place:

Marsh Auto RepairPete’s Southside Marathon

________________

Best Fitness Center or Place to Work Out

YMCA

Second Place: Anytime FitnessThird Place: Fitness Industry

________________

Best Heating & Cooling Service

Robert’s Service Company

Second Place: Wilson Heating & Air Conditioning

Third Place: Michiana Heating &

Air Conditioning

Best Realtor

Mark SkeneJulie Capron

Deb FloorChris Moore

Tammy Anders________________

Best Financial Institution

United Federal Credit Union

Second Place: Fifth Third BankThird Place: Honor Credit Union

________________

Best Landscaping Service

MACC Property Service

Second Place: Owens Lawn CareThird Place: AmeriGreen

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A Luxury All Suite, All-Inclusive Pet Retreat

1740 W. Bertrand Road, Niles, MI 269-684-BUNK • www.BunkandBiscuit.net

New

Day Care

Facility

Now Open!

BRANDYWINECommunity Schools

✓ Excellence✓ Communication✓ Opportunities✓ Leadership

Committed to EveryStudent’s Success

Schools of ChoiceOpenings at All Levels www.brandywinebobcats.org

• 1830 S. 3rd St • Niles, MI 49120 • 269-684-7150

Thank You for choosing BRANDYWINE

as your school of choice!

Customer Satisfaction Is Always At The Top Of Our List!

Thank you for voting us

Best of the Best

Matt Marsh, Owner

Located at Bertrand & 11th St • Niles,MI • (269) 262-0756w w w . m a r s h a u t o r e p a i r . c o m

122 Days Ave Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 506-3021 www.buchananfarmersmarket.com

FRESH, LOCAL, FABULOUS!BEST FARMERS’ MARKET

Vendor Opportunities Available!

Thank you forvoting us...

Our 2014 Season is open until October 18thVisit us downtown Buchanan on the Common each Saturdayopen 8am-1pm through October!

Dining and Sunsets in Southwest Michigan

5800 Red Arrow Highway (Exit 22, I-94)Stevensville, Michigan 49127

Reservations please call: 269~429~3591 www.grandemereinn.com

M-51 at Bell Road, Niles(269) 684-0190

Meat: 684-6850 • Wholesale: 684-3230

Thank You for voting Shelton Farms BEST of the BEST 2014

Farmer’s MarketNursery

Meat/PoultryGrocery

1910 Lincoln Way East • South Bend, IN 46613 • (574) 289-6650 www.mcdanielsharley-davidson.com

Voted Best of the Best Motorcycle Dealer Again.Thank You!

THATS HOW WE RIDE

Best Insurance Agency

Hagen Insurance - Meemic

Second Place: State Farm - Scott StewartThird Place: AAA - Tom Rasler

________________

Best Funeral Service Provider

Brown Funeral Home& Cremation Services

Second Place: Halbritter Funeral ServicesThird Place: Hoven Funeral Home

________________

Best Veterinarian

Dr. Bergman, Bergman Veterinary

Second Place: Dr. Seifert, Town & Country Veterinary

River Valley Veterinary Clinic

Best Attorney

William Landgraf

Second Place: Jim MollisonThird Place: Mitt Drew

________________

Best Pet Services/ Groomer

Shampoochie Dog Salon

Second Place: Bunk and BiscuitThird Place:

Rub A Dub Doggy Pet Salon________________

Best Contractor

Epic Builders

Second Place:Andrew Mick

Joe Hess Remodeling & Construction

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Best Plumber

Abe’s Plumbing

Second Place: Robert’s Service Co.Third Place: Hood’s Plumbing

________________

Best Waste Removal

Michiana Recycling & Disposal

Second Place: Reliable DisposalThird Place: Best Way Disposal

________________

Best Library

Niles District Library

Second Place: St. Joseph County Public LibraryThird Place: Buchanan District Library

EDUCATION

Best Local College

Lake Michigan College

Second Place: Southwestern Michigan CollegeThird Place:

Indiana University South BendUniversity of Notre Dame

________________

Best Teacher

Ariana Blake, Northside

Second Place: Mr. Todd, HowardThird Place:

Mrs. Horvath, MerrittRuth Livengood, Brandywine

Brian Pruett, Buchanan________________

Best Elementary School

Brandywine

Second Place:Eastside

EdwardsburgHoward

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Best Middle School

Brandywine

Second Place: Ring LardnerThird Place: Edwardsburg

Best High School

Brandywine

Second Place: NilesThird Place: Edwardsburg

LIFESTYLE

Best Beach

Silver Beach

Second Place: Weko BeachThird Place: Warren Dunes

________________

Best Day Trip

Chicago

Second Place: St. JosephThird Place: Silver Beach

________________

Best Place to Fish

St. Joseph River

Second Place: Lake MichiganThird Place: Clear Lake

________________

Best Place to Bike

Niles River Trail

Second Place: Madeline BertrandThird Place: East Bank Trail

________________

Best Golf Course

Orchard Hills Country Club

Second Place: Hampshire Country Club

Elbel Golf Course________________

Best Family Outing

Potawatomi Zoo

Second Place: Silver Hawks GameThird Place:

Fernwood Botanical GardenHackers Golf & Games

Michigan AdventureRiverfront Park

Best Place to Watch a Sunset

Silver Beach

Second Place: Weko BeachThird Place: Warren Dunes

________________

Best Place for People Watching

Walmart

Second Place: University Park MallThird Place: Riverfront Park

________________

Best Place to Take a Hike

Fernwood Botanical Garden

Second Place: Madeline Bertrand Park

Third Place:Love Creek

Warren Dunes________________

Best Summer Camp

YMCA Summer Camp

Second Place: FernwoodThird Place: Fitch Camp

________________

Best Place to Worship

Hope Community Church

Second Place: Granger Community ChurchThird Place: St. Mary’s of the Immaculate

Conception Church

RETAIL STORES

Best Grocery Store

Martin’s

Second Place: Shelton’sThird Place: Meijer________________

Best Garden Center/ Nursery

Shelton’s

Second Place: Vites GreenhousesThird Place:

Varner’s Greenhouse & Nursery

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Best Gift Boutique Shop

Bella’s Gifts and Memories

Second Place:Inner Journey Healing Arts Center

The Bobby Pin Boutique________________

Best Home Improvement Center/Lumber Yard

Lowe’s

Second Place: MenardsThird Place: Judd Lumber

________________

Best Consignment Shop

Tiny Tots Reruns

Second Place: Once Upon a ChildThird Place: Who kNew?

________________

Best Liquor/Party Store

Crocker’s Party Store

Second Place:City Wide Liquor

Bell Plaza Party Store________________

Best New Car Dealership

Tyler Automotive

Second Place: C. Wimberley Automotive GroupThird Place:

Basney HondaCampbell Ford

Jordan Automotive________________

Best Used Car Dealership

Tyler Automotive

Second Place: Murdock’sThird Place:

Lochmandy MotorsC. Wimberley

Campbell FordJordan Automotive________________

Best Gold & Coin Shop

Christo’s

Second Place:Casper’s

Ken’s Discount________________

Best Tire Store

Zolman’s Tire & Auto

Second Place: D&D TireThird Place: Tire Rack

________________

Best Flower Shop

East Main Garden

Second Place: The Flower CartThird Place: Buchanan Floral

________________

Best Home Furnishing Store

Imperial Furniture

Second Place:Whims & Wishes

Abbey CarpetRusticaAshley

Country House Inside OutletDollar Tree

Hobby LobbyValue CityWalmart

________________

Best Furniture/ Home Décor Store

Imperial Furniture

Second Place: Whims & Wishes

Third Place:Ashley

Country HouseDollar Tree

Hobby LobbyInside Outlet

Lazy BoyPier 1

SchroederTarget

Valley CityWalmart

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Best Farmers Market/ Fruit Stand

Shelton’s

Second Place: Buchanan Farmers Market

Third Place:Niles French Market

South Bend Farmers Market

Best Motorcycle Dealer

McDaniel’s Harley-Davidson

Second Place:Franzier Motor Sports

North End CycleThe Kar Club Inc.________________

Best Antique Store

Four Flags Antique Mall

Second Place: Cross the Street Collectables

Third Place: Michiana Antique Mall

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Best Women’s Apparel Shop

Niles Styles

Second Place: Kohl’sThird Place: Macy’s________________

Best Place to Buy Meat

Lowery’s

Second Place:Shelton’s

Third Place:HardingsMartin’s

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Best Hunting & Fishing Store

Lunker’s

Second Place: Trailhead Mercantile

Third Place: Lowe’s

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Great Burgers,Hand-Carved Steaks

Seafood & Tex-Mex Cuisine

A local favorite since 1972!

Mon-Thurs: Open at 3:30pm • Fri & Sat: Open at 11:30am • Closed Sunday

4179 M-139 • St. Joseph, MI

269-429-2941markiiirestaurant.com We TakeReservations

Great Selection of Craft Brews

Scott L Stewart, Agent2429 South 11th StreetNiles, MI 49120Bus: [email protected]

Thanks for voting us the Best!

Sate Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance CompanyState Farm Indemnity Company • Bloomington, IL

See the DifferenceHaving me as your agent means having a real person there to help you when you need it. So when accidents happen, you have someone you can trust to get the job done right, and right away.Like a good neighbor,State Farm is there.®

CALL FOR A QUOTE 24/7

It’s on tap here every night!Sports, BEER, Jumbo Wings

& so much more!2008 S 11th Street, Niles

683-9464

 

THIRSTYFOR FUN?

www.wingsetc.net

NothiNg but the best!We’re honored you saw fit to nominate

us as your choice:Best Fitness Center!

We’ll continue to provide the most inviting fitness environment we can.

THANKS FOR YOUR STRONG SUPPORT!

CALL, STOP IN, OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO GET REGISTERED!

Niles-Buchanan YMCA905 Front St.

683-1552

Concealed Pistol License ClassesContact Paul (269) 462-2584

or Kelly (269) 783-6570pdkfirearms.com

Thanksfor the votes!

Thank you for your participation in this year’sBest of the Best Reader’s Choice Awards.

Supporting local businesses is key to building strong communities. Shop at the businesses you

voted for and use this guide to find new favorites!

Leader Publications 217 N. Fourth Street, Niles, MI 49120 • 269-683-2100 • www.leaderpub.com

FOR FREECall 269-684-0900 or 800-722-9710

michianarecyclinganddisposal.com

RECYCLE YOUR PAPER

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TASTE - TESTED & VOTED THE BESTYEAr AfTEr YEAr!

Taste why area residents are calling us the Best of the Best in

local restaurants.You’ll love our inventive

dishes and attentive service.

T H A N K Y O U

V O T E r S

To all of our loyal customers, thanks for voting us as your favorite!

1915 South 11th St.Niles, MI 49120

269-684-2112

www.primetableniles.com

Thank you for choosing us as

‘Best of the Best’ and yourcontinued confidence for ourcaring and compassionatedentistry.Sincerely,Dr. Rick Beckermeyer & Staff

Dr. Richard L. Beckermeyer D.D.S., PCIs a board certified Dentist, and is accepting new patients!

Voted Best Dentist in the area for the last 3 years. Dr. Beckermeyer continues his passion for dentistry

by serving his local community.

We’d Love to see you!Call to schedule your appointment TODAY!

Your pathway to smilesHealthy

123 Marmont Street, Niles, MI 49120 269-683-6461www.drbeckermeyer.com

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East Zone Leader, West Zone Leader

2 Daily NewspapersNiles Daily Star, Dowagiac Daily News

60,000 Readers every week

Leader Publications217 North 4th Street, Niles, MI 49120 • (269) 683-2100 • www.leaderpub.com