Peoples Choice 2017

Friday, January 20, 2017
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Thank you for

allowing us
to earn your
vote and your
business!
New Construction
Interior & Exterior Remodeling
Custom Tile Showers & Flooring
Hardwood Flooring Installation & Refinishing
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2016
Peoples Choice
Congratulations 2016.
Cadillac News Peoples Choice Winners & Finalists!

The results are in and you picked winners and finalists for the 2016
Cadillac News Peoples Choice Awards.
of the
Inside you will find the winners in each category of the People Choice
Awards based on the hundreds of votes we received from readers.
It is a great honor to receive the Peoples Choice Award and we
congratulate them for the honor. We also want to thank the loyal
readers who voted.
Because there are no tiebreakers there are multiple winners or finalists
in some categories.
The poll was conducted from December 2 through December 16. All
ballots that were received prior to the deadline and that met ballot
qualifications, were tabulated and entered into a drawing for prizes.
Ballot appeared online and in print. Votes were tallied from both print
and online submissions to determine a first place winner and finalists.
Three prizes were awarded to voters drawn at random.
We hope you are excited to find out the winners of the 2016 Peoples
Choice Best of the Best for 2016. And, thank you for helping the
Cadillac News select this years winners it wouldnt be a Peoples
Choice without you!
2016 Categories
Sincerely,
Best New Business in 2016

Entertainment
Home Services
Shopping
Dining
Auto
Lodging
Beauty & Fitness
Pets
Life Services
Recreation
Thanks...for voting
us the areas Best
Choice for Meats!
2016
of the
WINNE
Family Owned & Operated Since 1920

Service Selection Satisfaction
231-826-3333 Falmouth www.EbelsGeneralStore.com The Little Store With More!
2016
Peoples Choice
Congratulations 2016.
Cadillac News Peoples Choice Winners & Finalists!

The results are in and you picked winners and finalists for the 2016
Cadillac News Peoples Choice Awards.
of the
Inside you will find the winners in each category of the People Choice
Awards based on the hundreds of votes we received from readers.
It is a great honor to receive the Peoples Choice Award and we
congratulate them for the honor. We also want to thank the loyal
readers who voted.
Because there are no tiebreakers there are multiple winners or finalists
in some categories.
The poll was conducted from December 2 through December 16. All
ballots that were received prior to the deadline and that met ballot
qualifications, were tabulated and entered into a drawing for prizes.
Ballot appeared online and in print. Votes were tallied from both print
and online submissions to determine a first place winner and finalists.
Three prizes were awarded to voters drawn at random.
We hope you are excited to find out the winners of the 2016 Peoples
Choice Best of the Best for 2016. And, thank you for helping the
Cadillac News select this years winners it wouldnt be a Peoples
Choice without you!
2016 Categories
Sincerely,
Best New Business in 2016

Entertainment
Home Services
Shopping
Dining
Auto
Lodging
Beauty & Fitness
Pets
Life Services
Recreation
Thanks...for voting
us the areas Best
Choice for Meats!
2016
of the
WINNE
Family Owned & Operated Since 1920

Service Selection Satisfaction
231-826-3333 Falmouth www.EbelsGeneralStore.com The Little Store With More!
Best Dentist Office
WINNER: Dental Health Professionals

FINALIST: Ritzema Family Dental
BEST IN
LIFE SERVICES:
Best Orthodontist Office
WINNER: Bandeen Orthodontics

FINALIST: Rummel Orthodontics
Best Eye Doctor Office
Best Customer Service
WINNER: Dr. Richard T. Melstrom, O.D.

FINALIST: Reimer Eye Center
WINNER: Toy Town

WINNER: Chemical Bank
FINALIST: Dr. Melstrom
FINALIST: Fabulous Furniture Finds and More
FINALIST: Pizza Plus
FINALIST: Taylor Mechanical
Best Financial Planner/Investor

WINNER: Jennifer Mitchell
FINALIST: Carroll Investments
FINALIST: Vickery Financial
Best Bank or Credit Union
WINNER: Chemical Bank

FINALIST: Wexford Community Credit Union
THANK you
PETERSON
FoR voTiNg Me besT

AReA cHiRopRAcToR!
FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES
Thank you for the

confidence and trust
placed in us for over 85
years and voting us
Best Funeral Home!
2016
of the
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24 Hr. On Call Staff
2016
of the
Visit Dr. Reagan @ Cadillac Chiropractic Center

Offering DMX - Digital Motion X-Ray
- Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
designed for soft tissue injuries,
whiplash and ligament damage
- Watch your X-Rays in motion and
pinpoint exactly what hurts and why!
WINNE
Preplanning
Arrangements
Traditional
Burial
Cremation
Services
Ross C. Meyering,
Manager
Megan Meyering-Brinks,
Director
Dr. SCOTT REAGAN
231-775-8087
www.cadillacchiropraticcenter.com
302 E. Cass St., Cadillac
205 E. Cass St., Cadillac, MI 231-775-3411
Best Chiropractor
WINNER: Scott Reagan Cadillac Chiropractic Center

FINALIST: Brian Simms Sims Chiropractic Wellness Center
Best Funeral Home
WINNER: Petersons Funeral & Cremation Services

FINALIST: Burkholder Family Funeral Home LLC
Best Insurance Agent
WINNER: John Benson - State Farm Insurance Agency

FINALIST: Tim Knaggs Fekete Knaggs & Burr Insurance Agency
Best Insurance Company
WINNER: State Farm Insurance Agency

FINALIST: Farm Bureau Insurance
Thank you,
Cadillac!
A PROUD COMMUNITY
SUPPORTER SINCE 1953
WexCCU.com
facebook.com/Wexccu/
Main Branch- Cadillac
1021 North Mitchell Street, PO Box 610
Cadillac, MI 49601
Phone: (231) 775-2081
Fax: (231) 775-1321
Lake City Branch
4817 S. Morey Rd.
Lake City, MI 49651
Phone:(231) 839-2081
Fax: (231) 839-0245
2016
An Eye For Detail
2016
YOU CAN BE A MEMBER OF A

TOP-VOTED FINANCIAL
INSTITUTION IN THE
CADILLAC AREA!
of the
FINALIS
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THANK YOU
WINNE
TO EVERYONE
WHO VOTED ME...
BEST EYE DOCTOR
2016
of the
FINALIS
FINALST IN
CUSTOMER SERVICE
WHEN YOURE A MEMBER, YOURE AN OWNER

MEMBERSHIP STARTS AT: WexCCU.com
Dr. Richard Melstrom, O.D.

PERSONALIZED EYE CARE
118 Stimson St., Cadillac 231-775-6031 www.drmelstrom.com

Open: Mon-Thurs 8-5; Closed Friday
BEST IN
LIFE SERVICES:
Best Retirement Living Residence
WINNER: Curry House Assisted Living & Memory Care

FINALIST: Green Acres Assisted Living
Best Assisted Living
WINNER: Curry House Assisted Living & Memory Care

FINALIST: Belle Oakes Living Center
FINALIST: Green Acres Assisted Living
Best Pediatrician
WINNER: Joseph Santangelo MD - Mackinaw Trail Pediatrics

FINALIST: Susan Betts-Barbus MD - Mackinaw Trail Pediatrics
FINALIST: Elizabeth Rzepka-Alto MD - Mackinaw Trail Pediatrics
2016
of the
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Favorite Physician Office

Thank you we are honored
to be recognized.
From the Physicians and Staff at
Cadillac Family Physicians.
8950 Professional Dr., Cadillac 231-775-2493
231-846-2000
Mary Jane Dewey-Canfield
Thank you for voting

us as a finalist for
Best Home Mortgage
Purchase
$0 Down Loans/RD
FHA/VA Experts
First Time Home Buyer
Conventional
2016
of the
Refinance
Lower Your Interest Rate

Eliminate PMI
Debt Consolidation
Pay Off Land Contract
FINALIS
FREE Pre-Qualification
1538 Plett Rd.

Cadillac MI
Serving Michigan
for over 20 years!
Equal Housing Lender

NMLS#383104
Email: mjdc@mortgageone.com
Best Propane Gas Provider

WINNER: Coyne Propane
FINALIST: Crystal Flash
Best Physicians Office
WINNER: Cadillac Family Physicians

FINALIST: Family Practice of Cadillac
Best Daycare Center
WINNER: Joyful Hearts Early Learing Center

FINALIST: Little Blessings Daycare
Best Photographer
WINNER: John Nelson Photography

FINALIST: Judy K. Gilde Photography
Best Law Firm/Attorney
WINNER: McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous

FINALIST: Bill Barnett
Thank You
2016
of the
FINALIS
for voting for

Burkholder Family
Funeral home
We are honored to be chosen as the peoples

choice for best orthodontist, Thank yOu!
We hope you choose Bandeen Orthodontics
for your orthodontics needs
2016
Dr. Bandeen is always here to ensure that

you experience is the very best!
FREE InITIaL EXaM
of the
WINNE
Dr. Bandeen cares

about your SMILE!
211 N. Pine St., P.O. Box 38, McBain, MI 49657
231-825-8191
www.burkholderfamilyfuneralhome.com
Keith D. Burkholder
licensed mortician and resident of the area since 1974
NO REFERRAL NEEDED
Roger L. Bandeen
D.D.S., M.S.
Bandeen Orthodontics
8865 Professional Drive, Cadillac, MI 49601
www.bandeenbraces.com
231-876-2530
Orthodontic Specialty License #936
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Cadillacs Favorite:
Best Family-Friendly Restaurant! Best Fish Fry!
Best Steak! Best Service!
2016
Finalists:
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5535 E. M-115, Cadillac
Fine Dining
Best Chicken
Best Italian Food
231-775-6751
BEST IN
...for voting us
BEST
sub-sandwich
or grinder!
2016
of the
WINNE
707 N. Mitchell St. Cadillac (231) 775-6558

WINTER HOURS:
Sun.-Wed. 11 AM-8 PM, Thurs.-Sat. 11 AM-9 PM
mancinospizzaandgrinders.com
Closed Mondays
Best Buffet
WINNER: Asian Buffet

FINALIST:Lakeside Charlies
DINING:
Best Family Friendly Restaurant

WINNER: Timbers Restaurant
FINALIST: Bob Evans
Best Service

FINALIST: Clam Lake Beer Company
Best Appetizers
WINNER: Clam Lake Beer Company

FINALIST: Ruby Tuesday
Best Asian Food
Best Burger Place
WINNER: Culvers
2. Cadillac Party Lounge
Best Chili Dog
WINNER: Dairy Queen

FINALIST: Cadillac Party Lounge
Best Chicken
WINNER: Kentucky Fried Chicken

FINALIST: Timbers Restaurant
Thank You!
WINNER: House of Hunan

FINALIST: Asian Buffet
Best Baked Bread
WINNER: Blue Heron Bakery & Cafe

FINALIST: Duanes Family Restaurant
Best BBQ
WINNER: Helsels 13th Street Market

WINNER: Chase Creek Smokehouse
FINALIST: Frontier BBQ
from the
staff at:
2016
of the
Best Breakfast
WINNER: 13th Street Market

FINALIST: Blue Heron Bakery & Cafe
Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt

WINNER: Culvers
FINALIST: Tasty Treat
Thanks!
for voting us #1
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best appetizers
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best
barbeque!
COOKED FRESH IN OUR

OWN SMOKEHOUSE
of the
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best breakfast
people have told us for years!
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Market & Restaurant
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3075 West 13th St. Cadillac Corner of 13th St. & M-115 231-775-1207
106 S. Mitchell st. cadillac 231-775-6150

www.clamlakebeerco.com
BEST IN
2016
DINING:
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Best Mexican Food
Thank You...
WINNER:Herraduras Mexican Grill

FINALIST: Little Mexico
for voting B.C.

Pizza Finalist for
BEST PIZZA
Best Pizza
WINNER: Pizza Plus

FINALIST: BC Pizza of Cadillac
Best Salad
231.779.1337
WINNER: G&D
FINALIST: Blue Heron Bakery & Cafe
6184 E. M-55
Cadillac, MI
Best Soup/Chili
WINNER: Hermanns European Cafe

FINALIST: Maggies
FINALIST: After 26
Best Cup of Coffee
WINNER: Cadillac Java & Java Too

FINALIST: McDonalds
Best Steak
Best Deli Sandwich

WINNER: Willow Mercantile

FINALIST: Simply Delightful
Best Sub-Sandwich
or Grinder
Best Dessert

WINNER:Mancinos
Best Doughnuts/Pastry
Best Take Out

FINALIST: Wesco
WINNER:. House of Hunan

Best Fine Dining

2016
2016
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Best Fish Fry

FINALIST: Lakeside Charlies
of the
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Thank You For Voting Culvers

As Your Favorite Burger Place
And Ice Cream And Runner
Up For Best French Fries!
Best French Fries
WINNER: McDonalds
FINALIST: Culvers
Best Healthy Menu

FINALIST: Willow Mercantile
Best Italian Food
WINNER: Pizza Plus

FINALIST: Hermanns European Cafe
2016
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Come on in to your local Culvers restaurant:

Culvers of Cadillac
WINNE
8645 East 34 Rd., Cadillac MI

(Meijer Parking Lot) 231-775-2166
THANKS FOR ALL WHO

VOTED FOR US!
Best Pizza
Best Sub or Grinder
Best Italian Food!
2016
of the
FINALIS
BEST TAKE OUT

BEST CUSTOMER
SERVICE
Pizza Plus
302 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac
11/2112/25/2016
231-775-7727
Thanks for BEST IN

Voting Us SHOPPING:
2016
of the
WINNE
Favorite
Gift Shop
Best Antique Shop
WINNER: Longs Antiques & Collectables

FINALIST: Royers Antiques
FINALIST: Lil Red Barn Antiques
Best Apparel Shop
WINNER: Blossom Boutique

FINALIST: Serendipity
Wow,
2016
Thank You
Cadillac!
of the
WINNE
Featuring Michigan Themed Local, Handmade,

Inspirational & Unique Gifts! Sample Our Smoked Fish,
Our Private Label Fish Pate Dips, Cherry Republic Salsa,
Salmon Jerky and Other Delights.
Special Orders For All Holidays!
Gifts From:
Love Michigan
Cherry Republic
Grand Traverse Pie Company
Great Lakes Smoked Fish
THE
Lake Michigan Beach Glass
ULTIMATE
Leeland Blue
GIFT
Petoskey Stone Jewelry
Where there is purpose in the present.
Chala Handbag
Willow Tree Collectibles
(231) 468-3230
Bridgewater Candles
FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK
Duke Cannon Soap
2016
of the
WINNE
Thanks
Cadillac!
Favorite
Cleaning Service
We apprecitae your support,

encouragement, and of course,
we love when you shop with
us. We realize that you are the
true jewels in our business.
Wexford Jewelers 801 N. Mitchell St.,
Cadillac 775-1289 wexfordjewelers.com
Best Appliances
WINNER: Pells Radio, Appliance & TV

FINALIST: Vandrie Home Furnishings
Best Bicycle Shop
WINNER: McClain Cycle & Fitness

FINALIST: Wal-Mart
Best Dry Cleaners
WINNER: Vogue Cleaners

FINALIST: Brite N Clean
Best Gift Shop
WINNER: The Ultimate Gift Shop

FINALIST: Blue Bench Co.
Best Floral Shop

Since 1991
Commercial & Professional

Office Cleaning
For over 25 years
We specialize in:
Professional Offices
Medical Offices
Financial Institutions
Retail Offices
Industrial Facility Offices
Shut the revolving door

to cleaning crews.
WINNER: Hagstroms Flowers

FINALIST: Pattersons Flowers
2016
CONSIGNMENT
SHOP
of the
FINALIS
Thanks,
We were kind of hoping you liked us,

and it means so much that you do! We
promise to continue to offer you great,
upscale clothing and accessories at
consignment prices! Again, thanks so
much for voting for us!
We will provide you with a customized

cleaning plan to meet all your needs.
231-468-1155 Cadillac, MI
sparklingcleancadillac.com
108 N. Mitchell Cadillac Next to Cadillac Family Pharmacy

231-775-7424 Mon.-Sat. 10 AM-5 PM
Thank you for

voting Java your
favorite coffee!
2016
of the
As a THANK YOU mention

this ad and get 50
R
WINNE
off
any speciality coffee, tea

or frozen drink January 23-29
Coffee & Espresso Lattes & Mochas

Hot Chocolate Frozen Drinks Chai & More!
Thank you for voting us

BEST SALAD
2016
of the
WE DELIVER EVERYTHING WE SELL!
WINNE
PIZZA BY THE SLICE - FAST & CONVENIENT!
PIZZA SUBS
$1.00 OFF
SALADS
Any Salad
SANDWICHES
BEER WINE
at G&D
Expires 1-31-17
SODA LIQUOR
CHIPS PRETZELS & MORE!!
THE ONE THE ONLY THE ORIGINAL
G&D
Pizza &
Party
Store
223 S. Mitchell, Downtown Cadillac
Drive Thru
Drive Thru
Next to Mancinos Downtown Cadillac
Next To Cadillac Sands Cadillac West
775-1229
Serving Cadillac OPEN 7 DAYS: Mon.-Thurs. 8 am-midnight

for Over 37 Years! Fri.-Sat. 8 am-1 am, Sun. 11 am-midnight
BEST IN
SHOPPING:
2016
Best Grocery Store

WINNER: Meijer
FINALIST: Family Fare
of the
WINNE
Best Hardware Store

WINNER: Home Depot
FINALIST: Ebels Hardware
FINALIST: Benjamin Hardware
THANKS FOR vOTiNg uS cAdillAcS

FAvORiTe ANTique STORe
longs antiques
Best Jewelry Store

WINNER: Wexford Jewelers
FINALIST: Saturn Gem
vintage treasures & collectables

231-884-1663 longvicki@gmail.com
Best Meat Market

WINNER: Ebels General Store
FINALIST: Walravens Market
Best Place for Produce
WINNER: Meijer
Best Consignment/Resale Shop
WINNER: ABC Consignment
FINALIST: OASIS Second Chance
FINALIST: Your Sisters Closet
Best Specialty Shop - Retail
WINNER: Serendipity
FINALIST: Blue Bench Co.
Best Waste Disposal
WINNER: American Waste
FINALIST: Waste Management
2016
of the
INNER
Thank you for voting us

Winner Best Deli Sandwich
Finalist Best Healthy Menu
2016
2016
of the
FINALIS
DINNER PIZZAS
SERVED AFTER 3PM
Full Service Deli
Deli Seating
Available
Check out our daily soups &
weekly features!
Try a 1/2 sandwich combo
Fresh Homemade
Sandwiches, Salads &
Personal Flat Bread Pizzas
Fresh Produce & More
for choosing
BLOSSOM as your favorite
APPAREL SHOP!
of the
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COUPON
Take 15% OFF Your

ENTIRE PURCHASE
w/this coupon
Expires 2/20/17
916 S. Mitchell St., Cadillac

231-468-2682
willowmercantile.com
Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm,
Sun. 11am-5pm
Deli: Mon.-Sat. 10am - 5:30pm
117 N. Mitchell St. Cadillac 231.775.6461

Mon.-Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-4, Closed Sun. in Winter
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thank you!Thank You!
BEST IN
HOME SERVICES:
thank you for

voting us Finalst
for Best Real
Estate Company
Best Builder
WINNER: Creative Carpentry, Inc

FINALIST: Matt Hamacher Builder, LLC
2016
Best Carpet Cleaner
of the
WINNER: Sunshine Carpet Cleaning

FINALIST: Stanley Steamer
FINALIS
Central
124 S. Mitchell Street, Cadillac
Best Cleaning Service
WINNER: Sparkling Clean Services, LLC

FINALIST: Joannes Cleaning Services
FINALIST: SERVPRO
231-775-1205
Toll Free 866.775.1205

www.homesincadillac.com
Best Electrical Services
Best Place for Floor Covering
WINNER: Atkins Electric, LLC

FINALIST: Jays Electric Service
FINALIST: Taylor Electric Service
WINNER: Affordable Flooring, Inc

FINALIST: VanDrie Home Furnishings
Best Heating and Cooling Specialist
WINNER: Donaldson Heating & Cooling

FINALIST: Durant Heating and Cooling
Best Insulation Provider
WINNER: Hoitenga Insulation Inc.

FINALIST: Home Depot
The kitchen is the life

of the party, for sure.
Melissa Lowe, 2nd Generation GE Owner
FOR THE LOVE

OF FOOD.
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OUR COMMUNITY.
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each community we serve and every small business,
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redemption value $1,000. Via online or mail-in rebate.
With mail-in rebate, get a FREE

GE Caf dishwasher when you buy three
other select GE Caf appliances.
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Thank you to the Cadillac community for voting us

Best of the Best in two categories: Banks/Credit
Unions and Customer Service!
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Vinyl Replacement Windows ~
BEST IN
HOME SERVICES:
Select the best Color-Wood-Combo for your castle;

No one offers options like Royal Seal.
Our colors are fast, but they dont run. They are solid vinyl exterior cladding with
color clear through. Choose from 3 colors or 4 woodgrain finishes inside and
7 different colors outside.
Best Garden Store/Nursery

WINNER: Graheks Greenery
FINALIST: Walravens
Light Oak
Dark Oak
Cherry
Thank you...
Simulated paintable stainable

oak laminate. Gel-stain
or paint to your own
discriminating taste.
for voting us best

place to buy
windows!
Best Landscape/Garden Center

WINNER:Graheks Greenery
2016
of the
Green
Terratint
Clay Earthtone White
Tan
Bronze
WINNE
Your Full Service Glass Shop
Best Lawn Care
DouGLASS
FINALIST: Brinks Landscaping
www.douglassthewindowguys.com
Call us today for a FREE estimate.
1-800-922-GLAS (231) 779-3960

(Located next to Arbys Cadillac)
WINNER: Graheks Greenery
2016
of the
FINALIS
Thanks for your support in making us a finalist in Lawn Care.

If we have not had the pleasure of servicing you before, here is a
list of our services:
Specializing in:
Commercial & Residential Snow Plowing & Mowing
Spring Clean-Up Top Soil Work Landscaping & Lighting
Ponds Paver Walkways And Patios
Retainer Walls Irrigation Winterizing Fall Clean-Ups
Best Pest Control
Discounts Available For Year-round Services
WINNER: Orkin Pest Control

FINALIST: Environmental
Pest Control
2016
of the
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Brinks Landscaping & Hydroseeding

James & Melody Brinks
(231) 775-1058 Cell (231) 846-1908
Thank You...
for voting us BEST
Moving Company!
With one phone call, we can

provide the following services:
Local Moving
Long Distance Moving
Storage
Self Storage
Please feel free to contact the
dedicated staff at Foster Bros.
Transfer & Storage Co. for all
of your commercial/household
relocation needs.
Since 1889...
Foster Bros. Transfer & Storage Co.

1003 5th Ave. Cadillac 231-775-3501
Toll Free: 800-581-8895 Fax: 231-775-9931
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Proudly Serving the Cadillac Area Since 1984
Thank You
2016
of the
Thanks to our Customers

2016
for voting us
Best Real Estate Company
R
WINNE
of the
FINALIS
Best Landscape/
Garden
Best Garden
Store/ Nursery
Best Meat/
Butcher Shop
Open 7 Days a Week, 27 Agents to Serve You.
www.cbgreatlakes.com
Living & working in your community

2721 Sunnyside Dr., Cadillac
SCHMIDT REALTORS
Look for our

Spring opening
in April 2017!
Walravens
Country Garden
Fruit Markets
M-115 & West M-55, Cadillac
231-775-7599
Open 7 Days a Week Until 8 PM
(231) 775-1737
BEST IN
HOME SERVICES:
Best Plumbing Contractor
WINNER: Maverick Mechanical and Plumbing

FINALIST: Durant Plumbing and Heating
Best Place for Windows

WINNER: DouGlass
WINNER: Home Depot
FINALIST: City Glass Shop
Best Moving Company
WINNER: Foster Brothers Transfer & Storage Company

FINALIST: Two Men & A Truck
Best Roofing Contractor

WINNER: Bigelow Exteriors
FINALIST: Dale Whaley
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Best Furniture Store
WINNER: VanDrie Home Furnishings

FINALIST: Fabulous Furniture Finds and More
2016
of the
READERS
for voting us a
peoples choice winner!
Best
Windows
Best
R
WINNE
Hardware
Store
2016
of the
Thank you for voting WINNER

Atkins Electric LLC
Best Electrical Service!
You are the reason we do

what we do!
Atkins Electric LLC.
8399 W. Jennings Rd., Lake City, MI 231-839-5239
2016
of the
FINALIS
Finalist
Best
Insulation
VISIT US AT THE NORTH AMERICAN SNOW FEST

SATURDAY,
FEBRUARY 4TH
AND RIDE THE
2016
RE/MAX
BALLOON
of the
4:30-6:30 PM
FINALIS
Thank you to everyone that voted me

Finalist for Best Real Estate Agent
The Re/Max Balloon will be on display and available for rides
for a $10 dollar donation to Childrens Miracle Network.
This event is being sponsored by Re/Max Central of Cadillac.
Call Chris Redes Your Up North Real estate advisor For all Your Real estate Needs!
Cadillac Store 231-779-2776

US 131 North at Boon Rd.
THE UP NORTH TEAM
Affordable Flooring
On Bell Avenue Cadillac (Near Wendys)
2016
Thank You...
of the
WINNE
MADE IN
Vinyl
Quality
Comfort
USA
Furniture
Thank You
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Im So Appreciative Of Your Votes!
for voting us your Peoples Choice

Best Floor Covering Store!
Style
Carpet
BEST Real Estate Agent
2016
of the
Laminate
Now Carrying Furniture

Sofas Recliners Dinettes & More
WINNE
Im happy to be of service whether you are a

first time buyer or an experienced investor.
www.barryfall.com
VIP Buyers Program
Buyers & Sellers Resources
Free List Of Up-To-Date Foreclosures
Available Rentals
Selling? Im Happy To Assist!
3080 W 13th Street Cadillac
Office: 231-779-8088
Cell: 231-357-4673
BarryFall@BarryFall.com
Monday-Friday 10 am-6 pm Saturday 10 am-3 pm Closed Sunday
Financing & Guaranteed

Installation Available
BEST IN
HOME SERVICES:
2016
of the
Best Place for a Home Mortgage
WINNER: Chemical Bank (Kari Comstock)

FINALIST: Mortgage One
BEST
FURNITURE
STORE
Best Real Estate Company
BEST
CUSTOMER
SERVICE
ST
FINALI
The Mattress Ladies say,

Thank you, thank you, thank you, to all of our
customers who voted for us. We are so humbled
and appreciate your support!
WINNER: Coldwell Banker

FINALIST: RE/MAX Central
Best Real Estate Agent
WINNER: Barry Fall ERA Greater North Properties

WINNER: Jaimie Fellows-Garno Coldwell
Banker Schmidt Realtors
FINALIST: Chris Redes RE/MAX Central
Where comfort is within your budget

Layaway- 12 Months
Same As Cash!
With $500 Purchase
Delivery Available
www.fabulousfurniturefindsandmore.com
7421 E. Boon Rd., Cadillac

(1 1/4 Mile West of Old 131)
231-876-0565
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-6;

Saturday 10-3, Sunday/Monday Closed
BEST IN
PETS:
Best Pet Groomer
WINNER: Meyer Veterinary Clinic

FINALIST: Shampoochies Pet Grooming & Boarding
Best Pet Supplies & Feed
WINNER: Northwoods Feed & Supply

FINALIST: Tractor Supply Co.
Best Veterinarian
WINNER: Meyer Veterinary Clinic

FINALIST: Dr. Witt
FINALIST: Airport Animal Clinic
Thank you!
for a great year and for choosing
Shampochies one of your favorite
groomers!
$2 off
Bring in this ad for

grooming services only exp: 2-28-17
BEST Pet Supplies and Feed Store
2016
of the
FINALIS
We Love our furry and

non-furry clients
2016
Happy NEW Year and a

sincere Thank you to
all our loyal customers
of the
Northwoods Feed & Supply

YOUR Hometown Feed Store
775-7700 2745 N. US-131, Cadillac
7235 E. Boon Rd. (231) 779-9883

Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6 Sat 9-5
WINNE
14
BEST IN
BEAUTY & FITNESS:
Best Dance Studio
WINNER: The Landing Dance Academy

FINALIST: Cadillac Area YMCA
Best Fitness Center
WINNER: Cadillac Area YMCA

FINALIST: Anytime Fitness
Best Yoga Center
WINNER: Evolve Yoga & Fitness

FINALIST: Cadillac Area YMCA
Thank You
to everyone who voted me as Best
Real Estate Agent. Im grateful for
your overwhelming support.
2016
of the
WINNE
voted BEST
REAL ESTATE
AGENT
JAIMIE FELLOWS-GARNO
YOUR ALL AMERICAN REALTOR!
231-920-6617
SCHMIDT REALTORS
www.cbgreatlakes.com/jaimie.fellows
Best Hair Stylist
WINNER: Melody Brinks - Salon 13

FINALIST: Brook Veddler - Westside Stylist
FINALIST: Sarah Meek Girardot - Roots Hair Salon
Best Hair Salon
WINNER: Navari Hair Studio

FINALIST: Shear Professionals Salon & Spa
FINALIST: Salon 13
2016
of the
Thank You!
Thank You...Thank You!

Wed like to take this
opportunity to offer our
WINNE
BEST HAIR SALON
SINCERE THANKS
for the loyal support our

friends and customers in the
community have shown us...
Thank You for making EVOLVE YOGA

& FITNESS STUDIO your #1 Yoga Studio!
Come in and experience

it for yourself!
2016
of the
WINNE
Also Offering: Senior Fitness Spin TRX Infrared Sauna

Personal Training Boot Camps and Much More!
HAIR STUDIO & SPA

Mini Plant Peel
Body Waxing
Specialty Nails
Pedicures
Cut & Style
Color
Facials
NEW Eyelash
Extensions
9052 13TH STREET CADILLAC 231-775-4840
113 N. Michell Cadillac 231-342-8371 evolveyogaandfitness.com
15
BEST IN
BEAUTY & FITNESS:
Best Massage Therapist
WINNER: Heather Goodman - Cadillac Massage Center

FINALIST: Rachel Felsk
Best Nail Salon
WINNER: Cadillac Nails

FINALIST: Roses Nails
Best Tanning Salon
WINNER: Miracle Tanning

FINALIST: Island Rayz Tanning
Reside
Reflect
Relax
2016
ThAnk You for

voTing us...
Winner BEsT
fitness Center
finalist BEsT
Yoga Center
finalist BEsT
Dance studio
2016
2016
of the
WINNE
Cadillac Area YMCA

9845 Campus Drive, Cadillac MI
231-775-3369
www.cadillacareaymca.org
BEST IN
LODGING:
Best Hotel/Motel/Cabins
WINNER: Evergreen Resort
FINALIST: Holiday Inn
Cadillac Nails
2016
Grand Opening
of the
WINNE
FINALIS
for voting us a Finalist

for Best Assisted Living
& Best Retirement Living.
Our Mission: The desire of Retirement Living is to honor God by providing the elderly
with a lifestyle that values their identity, their independence and their dignity.
of the
FINALIS
T hank You...
of the
Thank you for choosing

Cadillac Nails as your
Favorite Nail Salon!
Special
10% oFF
In apprecIatIon, We HaVe
all SerVIceS WItH tHIS coupon
expires: 2/28/17
2124 N Mitchell, Cadillac 231-468-2051
For a tour, call Olivia Cook,

Administrator at 231-775-5300
235 Pearl Street, Cadillac, MI 49601
www.rlmgmt.com ~ PH (231) 775-5300
Thank You...
FOR VOTING!
The Peoples Choice Awards

would not be possible without
the participation of our readers.
Thank you
for allowing
me to be part of your journey to
improved health, overall wellness
and abundance in 2016.
2016
of the
WINNE
$10.00
OFF
FACE-LIFT MASSAGE
1/20-2/28/17
Appointment must be scheduled by 2/28/17 for discount to apply.

Not valid on the purchase of gift certificates.
HEATHER
GOODMAN LMT
In with Creative Paths to Wellness
104 E. Harris St. Cadillac, MI
(231) 779-1100
16
BEST IN
AUTO:
Best Body Shop
WINNER: Deans Body Shop

FINALIST: Cys Body Shop
FINALIST: Highpoint Auto
Best Mechanic
WINNER: Merrills Service Center

FINALIST: Affordable Auto Repair
Best Auto Repair Shop
WINNER: Merrills Service Center

FINALIST: Midas
Thank You
for voting us the

#1 Used Car Dealer
and making our
30th Year our Best Ever!
2016
of the
WINNE
We appreciate your business and look

forward to serving you in 2017
On M-55 between Cadillac and Lake City
231-775-2583 www.donsadoptacar.com
Best Car Wash
WINNER: Wash-N-Go
FINALIST: Lakeside Auto Wash
Best Oil Change
WINNER: Pennzoil 10 minute oil change

FINALIST: Merrills
Best Tire Store
WINNER: Cadillac Tire Center

FINALIST: Wal-Mart Tire & Lube
PENNzOIl
2016
of the
10 MINuTE
OIl ChaNgE
2016
R
E
N
WIN
BEST BODY SHOP
DEANS BODY SHOP

6931 34 RD., CADILLAC 231-775-5983
of the
WINNE
Thanks for
making us
your #1
place for an
oil change!
$7.00 OFF
This coupon can be used on any full service

oil change. Expiration: 12-31-17
1010 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac MI 231-775-5000

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm
Thank You
Taking Care of Business for Over 50 Years!
of the
BEST
PLUMBING
CONTRACTOR
17
Same Great Location...

Same Great Service.
2016
FOR VOTING US . . .
WINNE
Thank You For Voting Us...

2016
, INC.
Best New Car

Dealership
of the
WINNE
www.DonsAutoClinic.com
1110 N. Mitchell, Cadillac 775-2413
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 AM-5:30 PM, Sat. 8 AM-2 PM
Other by Appointment
New Construction Service Commercial Residential

(231) 920-7599 www.mavericmechanical.com
Honesty and Integrity are the

Foundation of Our Business!
BEST IN
AUTO:
Best Place to Buy a New Car
WINNER: Dons Auto Clinic
FINALIST: Fox Motors
Best Place to Buy a Used Car

WINNER: Dons Adopt-A-Car
FINALIST: Dons Auto Clinic
Cadillac
DonT TruST your vehicle To juST anyone.
WE ARE GRATEFUL
FOR YOUR VOTES
AND YOUR TRUST IN US!
For the right tire at the right price for you, rely on
over 100 years of our staffs combined experience.
Thank You
2016
of the
WINNE
BEST AUTO
REPAIR
BEST
MECHANIC
2016
of the
NO Price Matching Games!
Our First Price

Is Your
Best Price...
All prices include: Mounting,
Balancing and Sales Tax
OUT-THE DOOR!
SERVICES OFFERED
Merrills Service Center is a full-service preventive maintenance and automotive
repair center. Merrills Service Center has been performing high quality, guaranteed
automotive repairs in the Cadillac area since 1960. We service and repair all imported
and domestic vehicles. You can bring in your imported and domestic auto, SUV, or
pickup with complete confidence.
Schedule an appointment today for all of your automotive needs!
2016
of the
WINNE
Cadillac
South U.S.-131 Cadillac 231-775-7382
OPEN: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 8:00 am-1 p
www.cadillactirecenter.com
FINALIS
Thanks for voting

us the areas
#1 Tire Source
BEST OIL
CHANGE
General Services
Car & Truck Care
Undercar Services
Engine & Transmission
Engine Maintenance
Transmission Services
Heating and Cooling
Services
Electrical Services
Electronic Services
Miscellaneous Services
MERRILLS
SERVICE CENTER
2nd Generation
TRUSTED, FRIENDLY SERVICE

817 Bell Ave., Cadillac 231-775-7571
HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-6 pm, Sat. 8 am-noon
S
We
Appreciate
MAKES Really
AND MODELS OF SNOWMOBILES
LUMINUMPYour
CONSTRUCTION
-S
T Support!
C
K
PICKUP
AVAILABLE!
T
S AND DELIVERY
S
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KITS S2016
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ACING
FUELSEE LIGHTNING TRAILERS BY AVALANCH AND
TOP IN ANDERVICE
OUR CERTIFIED
TECHNICIANS
SALUMINUM
ERVICE MOSTCONSTRUCTION
2016
HIGH
QUALITY
,
ALL
Thanks.
IGHTNING TRAILERS BY AVALANCH
Thanks!
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EASON UNE UPS LUTCH
RACK TUDDING HOCK
ITS
EBUILDS
BIG BORE KITS RACING FUEL

ERY AVAILABLE!
F
ULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES
2016
We are overwhelmed by your support!
of the
WINNE
We Sell Fun, Treat Yourself To Some...

is more than a slogan. We hope this means youre
having as much fun as we are!
2016
IN ANDONSIGNMENT
SEE BEST ATV/
LIGHTNING TRAILERS
ALES BY AVALANCH
E LL SELL
BEST BOAT
& SHIGH
ATOPCCESSORIES
QUALITY, ALL SNOWALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION WATERYOUR
SNOWMOBILE
FOR YOU
!
CRAFT
..WPICKUP
ELL SELL MOBILE
AND DELIVERY
SHOPAVAILABLE!
DEALER
R
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OR YOU
!
IN
W LINES
US& ANOW
FOR ALL YOUR SNOWMOBILE NEEDS!
FULL
OFEE
PARTS
CCESSORIES
of the
of the
FINALIS
CONSIGNMENT SALES...WELL SELL

SNOWMOBILE
FOR YOU!
ALLYOUR
YOUR
SNOWMOBILE
NEEDS
!
Marine & Powersports, LLC
SEE US J&D
NOW FOR ALL YOUR SNOWMOBILE NEEDS!
- #ADILLAC 7EST s /PEN -ON &RI
3AT
Jensens
RV
Center
of
Cadillac
e &J&DPowersports,
LLC
Marine & Powersports, LLC
Visit Us when we re-open in february 2017!
7145 E. Boon Rd., Cadillac (halfway between M-115 & N. Mitchell)

Locally Owned & Operated s CALL TODAY 231-775-7880
-
#ADILLAC 7EST
s /PEN -ON &RI
3AT
231-779-7100
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3AT

Locally Owned & Operated s CALL TODAY 231-775-7880
www.jensensrv.com
Like us on
perated s CALL TODAY 231-775-7880
BEST IN
RECREATION:
Best Boat/Watercraft Dealer
WINNER: Rec Boat Holdings (Four Winns)

FINALIST: J & D Marine and Powersports
RVs/Campers
WINNER: Jensens RV Center

FINALIST: Northland Trailers
ATVs/Snowmobiles/Motorcycles
WINNER: Daves Yamaha & Suzuki

WINNER: J & D Marine and Powersports
FINALIST: Martin PowerSports
2016
2016
of the
WINNE
ATTORNEY
Thank You For Your Support
of the
For over 40 years, McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous has been proud
to serve our local communitys legal needs. Whether its in the
courtroom, the boardroom, or at the bargaining table, our attorneys
meet the highest standards of the legal profession. With nine
attorneys on staff, we offer an extensive array of legal experience.
When you need to hire a lawyer, you want someone who is the best
in his or her field. With our team of attorneys, each specializing in
particular areas of law, you can be assured that you will receive the
specific expertise you need.
Our firm offers free initial consultations in many areas of law and
affordable rates to ensure that you can be represented to the fullest
extent of your legal needs. We understand that you are investing in
our proven competence and, in exchange, we are personally invested
in achieving your positive outcome.
We would like to thank all of the people who thought of us as the
Best of the Best Law Firm. We will continue to work diligently to
maintain your trust.
R
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WI
Boat & Watercraft Dealer
Keeping it Local Helps Make a Stronger Community.

David McCurdy Nathan Piwowarski Patrick Cherry
David Porteous
Roger Wotila
Cindy Wotila
Wendy Divozzo
Mike Figliomeni James Thompson
Local People - Legal Experts

Offices in Cadillac and Reed City
www.mwplegal.com
Also on Facebook and Google Plus
(231) 775-1391
120 Harris Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 832-3231
123 Upton Avenue
Reed City, MI 49677
Thank You Cadillac Area Community!

It is through the special people in this area
that we can build such a fantastic boating product!

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Friday, January 20, 2017

Official Results Edition

Complete Voting Results inside!

Peoples Choice Awards

Thank you for

Proudly Serving our Northern Michigan Community

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Cadillac News Peoples Choice Winners & Finalists!

Trusted. Local. Connected.

Best New Business in 2016

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Family Owned & Operated Since 1920

231-826-3333 Falmouth www.EbelsGeneralStore.com The Little Store With More!

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Cadillac News Peoples Choice Winners & Finalists!

Trusted. Local. Connected.

Best New Business in 2016

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Family Owned & Operated Since 1920

231-826-3333 Falmouth www.EbelsGeneralStore.com The Little Store With More!

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Best Dentist Office

WINNER: Dental Health Professionals

Best Orthodontist Office

WINNER: Bandeen Orthodontics

Best Eye Doctor Office

Best Customer Service

WINNER: Dr. Richard T. Melstrom, O.D.

WINNER: Toy Town

Best Financial Planner/Investor

Best Bank or Credit Union

WINNER: Chemical Bank

FoR voTiNg Me besT

FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES

Thank you for the

Peoples Choice Awards

24 Hr. On Call Staff

Visit Dr. Reagan @ Cadillac Chiropractic Center

Peoples Choice Awards

Dr. SCOTT REAGAN

205 E. Cass St., Cadillac, MI 231-775-3411

WINNER: Scott Reagan Cadillac Chiropractic Center

Best Funeral Home

WINNER: Petersons Funeral & Cremation Services

Best Insurance Agent

WINNER: John Benson - State Farm Insurance Agency

Best Insurance Company

WINNER: State Farm Insurance Agency

An Eye For Detail

YOU CAN BE A MEMBER OF A

Peoples Choice Awards

BEST EYE DOCTOR

Peoples Choice Awards

Peoples Choice Awards

WHEN YOURE A MEMBER, YOURE AN OWNER

Dr. Richard Melstrom, O.D.

118 Stimson St., Cadillac 231-775-6031 www.drmelstrom.com

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WINNER: Curry House Assisted Living & Memory Care