Your guide to locally owned businesses in the Heart of Texas.

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Artier Resale

Rene’s Bakery

Texas Cheese House

Anderson Glass

Each office individuallyowned and operated.

Centex, REALTORS®

1508 North Valley Mills Drive254-776-8100

www.wacocentex.com

Denise and Walt Fair

“RE/MAX agents lead the realestate industry in experienceand productivity. We have thelargest internet presence andthe best agents in the business.Whether you are a seller or abuyer, our mission is to use thisgreat combination to benefityou and your family.”

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722-1794

Shannon Cathey723-8660

Vicky Gonzales715-5333

Syndi Slaughter717-1349

Sean McCann744-8372

Mollie Eisenman733-9838

Sandy Jordan909-215-6399

Mary Tepe709-2707

Tracy Miller498-4640

Sheila Stewart722-4885

Kristy Hollingsworth717-7590

Marilee Kahler652-2553

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Centex, REALTORS®

1508 North Valley Mills Drive • 254-776-8100 • www.wacocentex.com

Each office individually owned and operated.

Kim Fowler339-9883

Kris Radcliffe716-7657

Eric ZadnikBroker/Agent

855-4455

Alicia Putman644-5598

Andrea Dandord292-8620

Andrew Guy230-2011

Becky Jenkins715-6803

Bob Bronstad495-2111

Bonnie Crelia709-8952

Brad Padgett644-7063

Catherine Montgomery640-4877

Cindy Gough744-1355

Cindy Lucas722-8510

Connie Feight424-7050

Cristi McGowan214-8900

Debbie Scoggins744-3113

Denise Fair709-6764

Don Short495-1178

Donna Dwyer716-6059

Dora Betts744-6002

Elizabeth Bays405-0117

Heather Shaw749-9028

Jalayne Perrin715-7300

Jessica Woods498-8690

Jennifer Dolezel644-5174

Jody Scoggins744-0333

Joel Burns722-5087

Kara Neely-Goble315-6630

Karen Bernsen495-5682

Kevin VanderWoude723-6578

Joe Maxwell313-8500

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Bill Ramer has been a locally lovedmember of Central Texas for many years,and has starred in some of Waco’s best-lovedtelevision commercials featuring himselfand the Unpainted Furniture mascot, BubbaGoodwood (yes, that name really happened).He purchased the infamous structure, built in1946 to serve as a hotel, to host his business ofbuilding commercial-grade display fixtures forstores, which were shipped worldwide. In 1970,realizing his skill for building and workingwith his hands, led him to start his very ownremodeling company. In 1972, he met hisbride, Jean Stubblefield, and when he changedher name, he also changed courses in hisprofessional life. Converting from wholesaleinto retail unfinished furniture, he started theUnpainted Furniture business.Unpainted Furniture has been catering to the

needs of Central Texans for nearly 30 years,including finished and unfinished catalogfurniture, custom-built furniture, completeantique restoration, recaning, repairing,stripping, and refinishing services as well. Afew years back the demand for unfinished

furniture decreased and so itwas time for some changes.LaSalle Shoppes was born 3years ago when Bill’s wife,Jean, retired from teachingwith 30 years under herbelt. With the help of theirdaughter, Katy, the shophas signed on over 150+vendors and expandedfrom one small littleshowroom into seven largeshowrooms, consuming most of the bottomfloor. Thankfully, this 25,000 sq.ft. buildinghas it’s own aura and history that provide aperfect setting for displaying novelties with alink to the past. Since the changes, Bill andJean’s children, Matthew and Katy, are nowtaking over their locally loved family business,but the whole family works together to ensurethat this entire building remains a fun, family-oriented, one-stoppe shoppe filled with one-of-a-kind treasures, a one-of-a-kind furniturebusiness and a one-of-a-kind story.

LaSalle ShoppesAntiques & Collectibles Mall

2223 LaSalle Ave., Waco, TX254.753.2059

Tues - Fri 10am-6pm · Sat 10am-5pm · Sun 1pm-5pm

Unpainted Furniture&

www.unpaintedfurnitureplus.com

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The Village Bakery, established in 1952, is best known as the “The First All-Czech Bakery in Texas”.Mimi Montgomery Irwin’s parents, Wendel and Georgia Montgomery, opened this bakery as a response to West residents’ complaints that they wereonly able to get kolaches during the annual church bazaar. The family’s Catholic priest encouraged Wendel to open a bakery, so he cleaned out astoreroom next to his pharmacy, (The Old Corner Store Drug) while Georgia made curtains and painted the interior. Wendel and Georgia’s mother,“Honey Morris”, put their heads together and the family recipe was redesigned for commercial distribution. Without surprise, “Honey’s” traditionalkolaches were an immediate sensation. The Village Bakery gained a state and international following and West’s reputation for this tasty treat earned itthe title of “Kolache Capital of Texas” from the state Legislature. Signature items include such authentic Czech pastries as the kolache, klobasniki, strudel,and buchta as well as a variety of pies, breads and cookies. Today, The Village Bakery continues a 62 yr tradition in providing authentic Czech pastries.

Mimi is a West native. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, West High School and graduated with Highest Honors from the University of Texasat Austin. Her fashion retailing career began at Foley’s in Houston and was followed by a 25 yr stint in NYC. She was a senior executive withFederated Merchandising Services, the New York corporate office of Federated Department Stores, (now Macy’s, Inc.). She is a board member andformer President of the Fashion Roundtable and serves on the advisory board of TexWorld USA. Gramercy Associates, her consulting company, wasestablished to provide forecasting information for women’s apparel. Mimi Irwin has been quoted and interviewed for a wide variety of publicationsfrom Women’s Wear Daily to the Wall Street Journal. She was a consultant and contributor to the Etiquette Advantage in Business by Peggy and PeterPost.

Aside from maintaining her involvement in the apparel industry and running the bakery, Mimi is also active in a variety of Central Texas cultural and civicorganizations. She is a Director of the Kiwanis Club of West, serves on the Standing Committee of the W R Poage Library and the McLennan CountyHistoric Commission.

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Aloha Glass Tinting and Auto Accessories in Gatesville is your “ONE-STOP” shop forcar, truck, and SUV parts, carrying the LARGEST inventory of suspensions, exhaust

systems, intake kits, winches, tires, wheels, CD players, amplifiers, speakers. Aloha GlassTinting and Auto Accessories has everything you can imagine to customize your dreamcar, truck or SUV.

All of their products are from the most popular and trusted brands in the electronicand off-road community. If you need a high-quality part for your car, truck, or SUV, theycan get it to you fast.

Aloha Glass Tinting and Auto Accessories prides themselves on exceeding yourexpectations and provide excellent service and always provide top-of the line products tohelp you outfit the car, truck, or SUV that you’ve always dreamed of.

Check out their Gallery for ideas at www.alohaglasstinting.com or let them build youa custom job.

Visit them in Gatesvilleat 901 E. Main or call todayat 254-865-4007. Aloha

Glass Tinting and Auto Accessories

Kwik Tire & Automotive, located at 6600 Woodway Dr. in Waco, has been servingthe community for over 25 years and specialize in Tires and Custom Wheels. Whenit comes to shopping for tires in Waco, there’s no easier place to find them than at

Kwik Tire & Automotive.Kwik Tire & Automotive offers a wide variety of services. Let their Trained Technicians

who are ASE and NAPA Certified perform any variety of services to give you the addedassurance, from retreading services, computer spin balance, low profile installations androtations. At Kwik Tire & Automotive, they guarantee the best, most affordable service.

Their Services include: Axle/CV Joint/Driveshaft Repair, belts, hoses, brakes, coolingsystems, radiator maintenance, diesel engine systems, differential repair, and so much more.Visit us online at www.kwiktireautomotive.com or call (254)756-7833.

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ANDERSON GLASSWaco’s frameless shower experts

Anderson Glass was established in 1988as a small, local family business andfor over 25 years it remains just that.Currently AG is the sole glass providerand contractor on HGTV’s hottest newshow, Fixer Upper, featuringWaco’sown Chip and Joanna Gaines from

Magnolia Homes! Exceeding customer’sexpectations, Anderson Glass pridesitself on ethics and is proud to serve

the community of Central Texas. Havequestions about servicing your area?

Give us a call!

254.857.3100www.andersonglasstexas.com

216 Midtex Rd, Lorena Tx

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What distinguishes one jewelry store from another? Is itplentiful unique and beautiful products? Great customer service?Reasonable prices? Perhaps it’s friendly, caring management.With Boozer’s Premier Diamonds & Time Pieces of Waco, it’s allthese things and so much more.You won’t have to travel far to find lots of beautiful jewelry atgreat prices. Boozer’s has nearly eight showcases of weddingrings — the store’s specialty — in over 100 different designs,including loose diamonds that can be customized to make anunforgettable ring they won’t ever want to take off.“The way I do business is different than big corporations that arebound by what they do,” said Brad Boozer, owner. Not only canhe get any designer you might want, but also, “if you bring mea picture or draw something on a paper, I can make that exactdesign,” he said. You can also take in your own ring or piece ofjewelry to have it reworked into something beautiful and new.Boozer’s carries everything from white and yellow gold toplatinum and precious stones. Its signature line, from revereddesigner Natalie K, features the most exquisite wedding ringsfrom which to choose, and Boozer‘s offers an assortment ofkarats, from a three-karat diamond up to a striking 10-karatdiamond. Prices, too, are set to match any budget —whethersmall, medium or unlimited — as rings can range in price from$300 up to $100,000.Boozer’s also has an extensive selection of timepieces featuringprestigious designers. You’ll find the largest inventory of TagHeuer Swiss luxury watches for men and women in CentralTexas, as well as watches by Michael Kors, Michele and other topdesigners in the industry. Store patrons also love the selection offine jewelry, with stunning bracelets, earrings and necklaces thelikes of which you won’t find elsewhere.“I have everything you want in some form or fashion,” BradBoozer said.And unlike big mall or chain stores, Boozer’s has a true localadvantage. In fact, the Boozer name has been part of the Wacocommunity since 1968. Approximately 10 years ago, BradBoozer started his business at the Valley Mills location, buildingan impressive store from scratch. Today, it’s a lot more thanbeautiful jewelry that brings people in, although having such anamazing variety and large selection doesn’t hurt.It‘s also the relationships Brad Boozer builds with his clientelethat makes the owner and the store so unique and popular.Voted Waco’s Best Jewelry Store by Wacoan readers, BradBoozer also was nominated as one of the best jewelers in thecountry by the National Jewelers Network, a leader in settingthe standards for fine jewelers everywhere. (He even was invitedto speak at the network’s convention.)Boozer also has a complete open-door policy; his office is

surrounded by all-glass walls for easy access, making himselfavailable 24 hours a day, if needed. He offers an in-house repairshop, also encased in glass walls, so customers can view therepairs of precious jewels firsthand. An expert Rolex repairman,Boozer’s is often the first line of defense when it comes torepairing of fine jewelry.And you cannot buy something anywhere else for a better price— period,” said Brad Boozer, one large advantage of owningyour own jewelry store. If you find something anywhere else,whether online or in another store, Brad Boozer said he not onlywould meet that price but beat it as well.He calls it the Boozer guarantee: “Boozer’s is very competitivewith our diamond prices. You, the customer, are our mainconcern. So if you find a diamond any shape or size of like-kind and quality, we will not only meet the price we will beat it‘period.’ Just something to say you, the customer always comesfirst. “When it comes to purchasing heirlooms to pass down forgenerations to come, including the absolute best weddingrings or luxury timepieces, you can’t go wrong with Boozer’sJewelers. The combination of great service, exceptional quality,unbeatable prices and the incredible selection of elegant jewelrymakes it the premier place to shop for your loved one.See it for yourself. You won’t be disappointed. Boozer’s islocated at 1025 N. Valley Mills Drive. It is open Monday from 10a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Youcan reach the store by calling(254) 751-9440 or emailing mbboozer@aol.com.To view some of the fabulouscollections of wedding rings andother offerings, go to www.boozersjeweler.com or visit theFacebook page atwww.facebook.com/boozers1.

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BOOZER’S PREMIERDIAMONDS & TIMEPIECES1025 North Valley Mills, Drive, Suite Cwww.BoozersJeweler.com | 254/751-9440

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BOOZER’S PREMIERDIAMONDS & TIMEPIECES1025 North Valley Mills, Drive, Suite Cwww.BoozersJeweler.com | 254/751-9440

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1509 Austin Ave.designhouse-jewelry.com

254.717.7431

Step into our working studio on trendy Austin

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Italian Granite’s goal is to providea level of quality, service, and value thatexceeds our customers’ expectations.Every team member understands that it isa privilege to be invited into your home orworkplace. We will do everything we canto make sure you are completely satisfiedwith the quality of our work, and the levelof service we provide. This is the ItalianGranite difference. Italian Granite’s globalreachbrings thefinestgranite,marble,othernatural stone and engineered productsto our Central Texas location where ourcraftsmen cut, shape and finish thesematerials to the exacting standards of ourdirect customers, general contractors andcorporate clients.

Our direct from the source advantageallows us to deliver real value to ourcustomers and compete for your business.With over 1000 installations over the last4 years, IG delivers the experience youdeserve for the investment and enrichmentof your living and work space. ItalianGranite’s craftsmen, installation teams andsales staff have over 75 years of combinedexperience and will provide you with anexperience that is unique to our industry.

Italian Granite specializes in offeringnatural stone materials for indoor andoutdoor residential and commercialprojects. The range of use is only limited toyour imagination, for kitchens, bathrooms,service areas, wet bars, tabletops, walls,ceilings,windowsills anddecorative accentapplications. Whether you are lookingfor granite, marble, quartz or other solidsurface materials we can help you makethe right choice to meet your expectationsand budget.

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Settled in 1854, Lorena is a communityhonoring the past and embracing the

future. The Olde Town area along CenterStreet is drawing tourists and visitors

to enjoy the historic buildings, specialtyshops and fine dining establishments.

TxLORENACity Of

City of Lorena107-A S Frontage Rd, Lorena Tx

254-857-4641www.ci.lorena.tx.us

In Lorena, excitement is building!

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina has been serving the people of Waco great Tex-Mex food for 50-plus years.Owner Sam Castillo Jr. and his sister, Vicki Castillo Libby, continue the high standards of La Fiesta, which has been voted Waco's

favorite Tex-Mex restaurant for more than a decade. Their family is one of the oldest restaurant families in Central Texas, with morethan 85 years of south-of-the-border cuisine. Patriarch Antonio Castillo Sr. began the legacy when he opened The Aztec Café indowntown Waco in the 1930s. In addition, the Castillo Family also owned the ever popular Italian Village.

Today, a fourth generation is involved in the business with Sam's daughter and son, Lynsey Castillo-Ochoa and Samuel Castillo,and niece Alanna Hernandez. The many years of service extend to La Fiesta's employees as well. The restaurant has six employees -David Borders, Louis Salinas, Anita Guthrie, Gippy Fuentes, Sharon Dean and Debbie Raper - who have worked there for 30 years ormore.

La Fiesta's commitment to quality Tex-Mex cuisine includes decades-old family recipes, particularly its chile con queso, chili concarne and famous hot sauce, which is requested by La Fiesta fans around the world and shipped to them.

All menu item are made daily with fresh ingredients.Castillo takes pride that La Fiesta only uses mesquite wood to give its USDA Choice fajitas a distinctive flavor. Customers can

choose from a wide variety of menu items, including signature enchiladas, street tacos and Texas-style favorites.A spacious banquet room can host up to 100.La Fiesta is proud to be the Tex-Mex provider at Baylor's McLane Stadium, now with four locations in the stadium to serve you.

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Center Street Antique Mall,located in Old Town Lorena, is

the collection of John and KarenTaverner that spans 29 years. Aday may not be enough time tovisit as you walk the amazing5,000 square feet of antiquesand collectibles and the calmnostalgia takes over. We are

open 7 days a week and lookforward to seeing you soon!

109 E. Center St., LorenaMon-Sat 10-5:30 Sun 1-5

www.centerstreetantiquemall.netFind us on Facebook

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We're a true Texas Boutique in thehistoric downtown Lorena. We carry ladies

clothing from small to plus sizes, candles, jewelry,and refinished antique furnishings. We are family owned and

operated and have local friends that sell theirgoods in here that way there is always agood selection of good quality and uniqueproduct. We carry popular brands suchas Inis perfume, Urban Mangoz, BohemianCowgirl, Grace In L.A., Areve, and Umgee.

115-a East Center Street, Lorena,Tx857-2008

Monday - Saturday 10-7 Like us on Facebook.

Serving Central Texas for 6 1/2 yearswe have been manufacturing 100%

artisan cheese in the historic district of downtownLorena. We make a large variety of cheese and

flavored variations to our cheese using spices suchas garlic, habanero, jalapeno, onion, six pepper,

horseradish, and other flavors.

Serving Central

TexasCheeseHouse

Mon. - Fri. 10am till 6pm ~ Sat.10am till 5pm ~ Sun. 12 noon till 5pm

102 East Center Street, Lorena TX254-655-4217

102 E C S

Come taste the difference.

(254) 857-4857106 East Center St.Lorena, TX 76655

A “Treasure filled shop” in OldTown Lorena! Just a couple ofblocks off I35, you will find theperfect place to make amemoryas you discover this fascinating

historical bank building (cir 1910),finding unique gifts, furniture,accent pieces and Europeanantiques for your home. Takea look in the teller cage, visitthe vault, and stroll through

the cottage garden for a relaxedshopping experience.

A hallmark in downtown Lorena,surrounded by several fascinatingantiques and specialty shops, TomBowman started The Village LampLighter with his son Bruce. Humblebeginnings, being built with lumberleftover from an aunt’s house on thefamily lot; we have

grown into our current3500 sq. ft. of displayand have been in thelighting business for

over 45 years. We canhelp you light yournewly built home ormake changes asyou remodel yourcurrent one. Your

lighting needs are ourprimary focus. You

will not leave our storeuntil you are completelyhappy with your customlamp, lampshade, or

refurbishment.Come see us!

The VillageLamp Lighter

103 East Center StreetLorena, TX

(254) 857-4435www.villagelamplighter.com

Since 1968

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Waco Ear, Nose & Throat has been providing quality care to residents of CentralTexas since 1946. Our physicians and staff offer treatment solutions for a widerange of ear, nose and throat disorders. Areas of expertise include tonsils, adenoids,ear tubes, snoring, sleep apnea, sinusitis, voice and swallowing disorders, thyroiddisorders, head and neck cancer, and skin cancer. Additionally, our onsite PhysiciansHearing Center is dedicated to serving the needs of hearing loss patients.

With nearly seven decades of experience and a staff dedicated to improving

your quality of life,Waco ENT&PhysiciansHearing Center should be your first

choice for quality healthcare!

When it comes toyour healthcare

experience matters

601W. Hwy 6 # 106B,Waco, TX 76710

50HillcrestMedical Blvd., Suite 206 ,Waco, TX 76712

254.751.7872 •www.wacoent.com

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We are Your Local Hearing Aid Provider.Now 2 Locations: Hillcrest Hospital and 6 West Medical Center.

601 W. Hwy 6 # 106B, Waco, TX 7671050 Hillcrest Medical Blvd., Suite 206 , Waco, TX 76712

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Waco Ear Nose & Throat and Physicians HearingCenter would like to honor our community for thethird straight year this holiday season by providing 2state-of-the-art hearing devices for someone in need.

If you know of a deserving person whose life couldbe changed with a hearing aid, we need your help.Please submit a letter to our office telling their specialstory.

Participants must be 18 or older and submit a simpleletter of up to 300 words explaining why they orsomeone they know would benefit from a hearingdevice. Our two winners will be selected based on theircompelling story, financial need, and degree of hearingloss.

Look for the mailbox at Physicians Hearing Center orsubmit via email at: gift@wacoent.com. Letters will beaccepted from December 1st - January 9th 2015.The winner will be announced January 16th.

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Boost Your Economy

Compare that to $40 at non-locally owned establish-ments and zero dollars when you buy online, and yourshopping priorities should be crystal clear.

LOCAL IMPACTMore money staying put in your area means more

funding for your schools, roads and hospitals. Taxrevenue created from local purchases goes back intocommunity improvements and new developmentopportunities.

In short, your money plays a major role in enhancingyour daily life and the lives of those around you –depending on where you spend it.

Additionally, small-business owners are more likely tomake social investments in the community by volun-teering at their child’s school, donating to local charitiesand hosting fundraising events, according to TheAmerican Small Business Coalition. Doing so allowsthese entrepreneurs to ingrain themselves into theircommunities and make it known that they are sensitiveto the needs of those around them.

From local music groups to youth sports teams,small-business owners are quick to offer their sponsor-ship and money to help support community groups.This helps create customer buy-in for business owners,as well as a reputation for genuinely caring about theircommunities.

HIRING LOCALAnd since local business owners hire local

workers – about half of all private sector workersare employed in small businesses, according to theBureau of Labor – money for taxes and wages stays inthe community, too.

Unemployment statistics are linked very closely tothe success or failure of small businesses, which meansthat your infusion of shopping money can also make apositive impact on a national level. This creates a strongconnection between workers and customers alike.

You’re more than just another number in the customer count when you visit a local business. Without your business, your local small-business ownerwould not be able to hire or retain as many local workers. From the owner down to the seasonal part-timer, all employees of small businesses depend onyour support.

It’s simple economics. As much as $75 out of every $100that you spend at locally owned businesses remain inyour area, according to recent studies.

© FOTOLIA

LOCAL FIRST | SUPPORT

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Ruth McCanceMary Kay IndependentExecutive SeniorSales Director

Ruth McCance never dreamed an opportunity to earn a few extra dollars part time would turn into a lucrative 46 year career with Mary Kay.

In 1968, within six weeks of signing an Independent Beauty Consultant Agreement she was earning more money selling Mary Kay productsthan she was at her full-time job. Ruth flourished as a successful businesswoman, wife and mother of four daughters and attributes hersuccess to the flexibility this business allowed in providing financially for her family and allowing her to be there when they needed her.

Through the years, she has evolved from placing facial boxes (that allowed potential new customers to sign up for free facials) to utilizingthe internet for instant communications and online ordering.

Ruth has earned the use of 15 Mary Kay Career Cars and has been a Star Consultant 97 times!

She was driving to Minnesota to work with her consultants and decided flying would be quicker so, in1979 after earning her private pilot license Ruth purchased a 1972 Piper Cherokee with a 150 Lycomingengine. She changed the tail number to end in MK and had the airplane painted the distinctive “MaryKay pink” the only known Mary Kay pink plane in the world.

Her loyal customer base and growing business unit are thriving throughout the United States, Mexico Cityand Canada. Ruth’s hard work has enabled many women to build successful businesses for themselves.

Ruth trusts the Mary Kay product and customers believe in her. “I trust the Mary Kay Company to use the latest and most advancedtechnology to produce the best products possible,” says McCance.

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That’s because small-business owners depend onyour repeat business. If they scare you off the firsttime you visit their store, they also scare off futurerevenue.

POSITIVE EXPERIENCELocal business owners treat you with respect and

kindness because they need your support. Yourmoney keeps their dreams alive, their families fedand their lights on. It also helps fuel their creativityand passion. Without innovation and a love for theirbusiness, independent retailers don’t have much ofchance to succeed in the highly competitive fight foryourdollar.

CONVERSATIONLocal owners are quick to talk with you and ask

about your life because they are genuinely inter-ested in learning about their customers. Gaining abetter understating of their target audience helpsowners improve their services, which, in turn,boosts their bottom line.

Conversation can be extra helpful if you’re try-ing to complete a home improvement project.One trip to your local hardware store can often beless time-consuming and more informative thanone to a big box operation.

REAL PEOPLEIf you have a question for your local business

owner, odds are you can track them down on thephone with one or two calls. And you can bet you’llactually hear a human voice when you make yourcall. Finding courteous assistance without having topunch through a hoard of automated “pleaseholds?” What a novel concept.

Small-business owners understand that customerservice means sustained business. They are willingto make themselves available to help you work

through any inquiries or product issues you arehaving. So pick up your phone and give them a call.They’re waiting to assist you.

No Pressure on CustomersFor local businesses, it’s all about the customer experience. This means

friendly attitudes and a focus on you, not your dollars. You aren’t likelyto find quota-driven salespeople around every corner at your local

independent business.

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LOCAL FIRST | EXPERIENCE

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Is awaiting you through the gilded gate anddown the yellow brick path.

You will delight meeting proprietor HaroldAlexander, who is reinventing not only

himself, but resale shopping! After 40 yearsof creative endeavors through hairstyling

and community involvement, he offers ArtierResale. Affordable, yet elceltic gifts for Home& Garden, along with vintage & seasonaldecorations. Harold shares creative energythrough his unique artistic prospective.

ARTIER will amuse and delight even the mostdiscriminating shopper!

2420Washington Ave.,Waco, TX 76701OpenThursday - Saturday 10AM - 6PM or by appointment@ 254-757-0982

ARTIER: noun; (showing artistic pretention)

254-751-1444

Serving Central Texas since 1989 at the samelocation, Hwy 84 and Poage Dr. next to Westview

Nursery. Large supply of One Owner cleanCarFax Vehicles. Competitive prices below NADAretail. Low interest rates through Local Lenders.60-70 Vehicle inventory of the cleanest pre-owned vehicles in Waco. View our Inventoryonline at woodwaycarcenter.com. Local ownerPaul Anderson has been in the auto industry

for 30 years. You can always count on us to beprofessional and have integrity in everything we do.

Hwy 84 and Poage Dr Next to Westview NurseryMon. - Fri. 9AM to 6PM • Saturday 9AM to 3PM

Woodway Car Center • 9900 Woodway Dr.

Hamilton Group Funding has helped make the dreamof homeownership come true for thousands ofhomebuyers. Sandra Miller is Residential Loan

Branch Manager in the Waco area and has been in theMortgage Industry since 1984. She believes that owninga home gives a family stability and children a sense ofsecurity. As a mortgage banker, we are able to offer a rangeof products, including FHA, VA, USDA, CONV, Jumboand fixed or adjustable rate loans. Our mission is to fundthe dream of homeownership by delivering excellencein mortgage banking to every client. We look forward toputting our mortgage expertise to work for you!

635 N. Robinson Dr. Ste B | Waco, Tx 76706 | www.hgfloans.com

Excellence in Mortgage Banking

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The Hernandez family opened up Rene's Bakery on July 28,2000. They came from Monterey, Mexico and received their

citizenship soon after. This family-oriented bakery/restaurant hasvastly grown through the years, as customers constantly remindthem of how they feel a part of Rene's because as kids they camehere and, as adults, continue to enjoy their homemade authenticand Tex-Mex food. Their love for cooking and baking has beenpassed down for generations. They would like to thank all of theircustomers for giving them the opportunity to share their passionof cooking and baking.

They don’t look at coming to work as a job, but as a pleasureto serve the community.

1912 Speight Ave. Waco,Tx. 76706 254.752.4698

Rene’s BakeRy

We know there are financial institutions everywhere andyou have a choice! At Linkage Credit Union, we pride ourselves inexcellent service to our members. Yes, we still answer the phone…no menu driven system for us! Yes, we still want to know who youare and remember your name! Yes, we offer home and mobilebanking! Yes, we offer debit and credit cards! Yes, we havecompetitive rates and services! And yes, we have been in businessfor 83 years, accepting for membership any person who lives,works, worships, or goes to school in McLennan County.

If you want it,we can helpyou get it*…It’s easy at

Linkage Credit Union!

*Subject to credit approval. Rate may vary based on individual creditworthiness. Terms and Conditions Subject to Change Without Notice.This Credit Union is federally-insured by the National Credit Union Administration.

www.linkagecu.comNew Rd. at Speight Ave. (4527 Speight) Waco

254.754.1168

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maternity and children consignwear

peas and tots

Offering Monogramming by:

info@peasandtots.com • www.peasandtots.com

1411 N Valley Mills Dr.,Waco

Tues-Fri 10am-6pmSat 10am-4pm Sun 1pm-4pm

254.732.1453

We are a greatconsignment boutique formaternity and children’s clothing items.We hope that you find everything you need toknow about becoming a consignor, shopper,or both with us while browsing our web pagesat www.peasandtots.com. Should you haveadditional questions please call or email us.

We offer every day wear as well as highend maternity items from many brands. Makesure to check with us for diaper bags andaccessories such as pacifier pods and clipsand burp cloths/changing pads. We also offerchildren’s clothes; from school/play wear toyour desired Sunday best.

We hope to consign with you soon!

For thirty years, Chem-Dry has been at the forefront of the carpet and upholstery cleaning industry withinnovative equipment and powerful cleaning solutions. Prolong the life of your carpets and upholstery with routinecleaning. Heart of Texas Chem-Dry professional technicians are trained to deliver top-quality service at an excellent value.

Ask today about the benefits of Hot Carbonating Extraction, available only from Chem-Dry.

Enjoy the many advantages of choosing Heart of Texas Chem-Dry:•Superior Cleaning Power - Approved by the Carpet & Rug Institute•Dries in 1-2 hours, not 1-2 days•Our primary cleaner,TheNatural®, is completely safe & non-toxic•Hot Carbonating Extraction cleans deep while optional Protectant restores stain-fighting to carpet fibers•Chem-Dry resists re-soiling - so your carpet fibers stay cleaner, longer

Chem-Dry is the world’s largest carpet cleaning company, with more than 4,000 locations across the globe. Trust yourcarpets and upholstery to Chem-Dry.

Call now to schedule an appointment(254) 666-5128

Visit our website to see our specialswww.chem-dry.net/heartoftexas.txOR

The world’s leading carpetand upholstery cleaner.

Drier. Cleaner. Healthier.

Heartof

Texas

Warren Johnson Custom Homes254-722-9213 • www.WacosNewHomes.com

At Warren Johnson Custom Homes we’re flattered when folks compliment us on how prettyour homes are. However, It’s the after move-in call from our new home owners commentingon their low energy bills and high level of comfort that we appreciate the most. Every homeis designed and constructed with the latest affordable energy savings features. Our goal is toplace you in a home that is competitively priced yet is comparatively much less expensive tooperate each and every month.

Allow us to show you how to take your custom home from conventional construction to a highenergy performance home or even certified “green” home with little or no additional expense.We can even take you all the way to a “zero” energy home if that is your goal.

Warren Johnson Custom Homes serves the entireWaco and greater McLennan County area.No job is to large or to small. Your lot or ours.... Your plan.... Your way! All homes are Energytested and certified and exceed Energy Star, USDA VA, FHA, and Texas Vet requirements. Callfor a no obligation appointment to have all your questions answered. Experience for yourselfhow our personal hands-on approach to custom home building is right for you.

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MON - FRI 7:00 am - 7:00 pm SATURDAY 10:00 am - 6:00 pm SUNDAY Closed

1400 West Loop 340 • Waco, Texas

CALL US OR COME BY 254.662.6644

Jeff Hunter Toyota is a family owned car dealership having been in business forover 24 years. Jeff Hunter sells new Toyota and Scion vehicles as well as a largevariety of late model pre owned vehicles. In addition we have a state of the artservice, parts and body shop. We call ourselves the happy car store becausewe want our customers to walk out with a smile on their face. Buying a cardoesn’t have to be a struggle so our philosophy is to create an environment thatmakes you happy and comfortable. Stop by and let us put a smile on YOUR face!

s h o p 2 4 / 7 @ j e f f h u n t e r t o y o t a . c o m

Funeral Home & Cremation ServicesLake Shore5201 Steinbeck Bend (off Lake Shore Dr.) | 254.752.5900 | LakeShoreFuneralHome.com

VoteD #1 FuneraL Home2011, 2012 & 2013

• Will Answer All Questions• Available 24 / 7• Serving All Faiths• Cremations / Funerals• Other Pre-Need Plans Accepted

• Out of Town / State / Country Shipping• Large, Comfortable Setting• Affordable Plans for Any Budget• Pre-planning Available• Peaceful Setting without LeavingThe City

Brent and Carri Shehorn,owners

The calling of the funeral director isTo be there when someone is in need.

To be there no matter the time, or the conditions.

To be there with words of comfort and concern.

To be there to give quiet guidance through the storm.

To be there for the final tribute that honors a life.

There is no higher privilege.

by Doug Manning

“Being There”

Readers’ Choice 2013W I N N E R

Sandy’s Get Away Travel is a full service travel agency since 1986.We’re ready to plan a hassle free vacation filled with moments you’llnever forget. We pride ourselves on our personalized service. We willfind the trip that will meet your vacation needs and budget. Ouragency is certified by Cruise Line International Association (CLIA).This agency has been specially trained in Royal Caribbean Universityof WOW to offer you customized service and brand expertise on RoyalCaribbean ships, itineraries, destinations, shore excursions and more.Sandy Russell has achieved the rank of Master Cruise Counsellor.With so many destinations to choose from (honeymoon packages,destination weddings, romantic getaways or tours), we can helpmake your trip a memorable and enjoyable one.

Sandy’s Get Away Travel is a full service travel agency since 1986.

Sandy’sGet Away Travel

254-867-0155 • SandysGetAwayTravel.com1206 N. Loop 340, Waco 76705

Let us take care of the booking and then pack your bags.

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Visit www.MartinHearing.com for more information

(254) 732-9741 (254) 771-26114720 W. Waco Drive • Waco 4303 South 31st Street • Temple

Voted #1 by readers of all three dailyCentral Texas newspapers and Locals Love Us!

Dr. Melody Martin Au.D.Board Certiied Doctor of Audiology

herself as a seasoned business woman and as a caring philanthropist who remains committed to giving every patient the very best hearing care available.

Au.D.23Sunday, October 26, 2014 WACO TRIBUNE-HERALD

Visit www.MartinHearing.comfor more information

Dr. Melody Martin Au.D.Board Certiied Doctor of Audiology

(254) 771-2611

TEMPLE OFFICE:4303 South 31st Street

(254) 732-9741

WACO OFFICE:4720 W. Waco Drive

TM

Voted #1

Price Matching on any valid competitor quote or advertised price, not valid on prior purchases, may not be combined with any other discounts or offers. Financing WAC. Offers available with hearing aid purchase.

We honor your Starkey, Phonak and Oticon and other factory warranties no matter where you purchased your hearing aids. We represent the top 10 manufacturers and your factory warranty with them is good with us.All Warranty Work Welcome!

As a locally owned hearing aid provider we set our own prices so we offer great value and price match allcompetitors. We do not send your money off to an out of town corporate headquarters or to an out of state

franchise operation to support their overhead. This saves us money, a savings we pass on to you!

Shop local, keep your money working in Central Texas & SAVE!

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