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Inside are your choices for the Best-of-the-Bestin the following LCN coverage areas:
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MEDIAPrint News Source Charlotte
Shopping Guide
Writer John Schneider @ LSJ
Radio Station 97.5 FM WJIM
DJ Personality Josh Strickland@ 97.5 FM WJIM
PERSONALITIESBank Teller Ronda Tuckey
@ LAFCU
Barber John Forte@ What’s Your Forté
Car Salesperson Dan Dipple@ Candy Ford
Cashier Ryan Baum
Chiropractor Dr. Dennis Craft@ Craft Chiropractic
Dentist Dr. Rob Falik@ Falik Family Dentistry
Doctor Dr. Scot Randall@ Hayes Green Beach
Eye Doctor Dr. Darin@ Eye Care Associates
Fireman Mike Loveland@ Charlotte Fire Department
Floral Designer Julie Getts@ Serendipity Florist
Hair Stylist tie - Carli Silvas@ Missy’s Shop of Style andJamie VanAlstine@ What’s Your Forté
Investment Broker ToddTrowbridge @ Real EstateWarehouse
Lawyer Sarah M. Chandler
Massage Therapist HarmonyCullimore @ Balanced HealthChiropractic Center
Mechanic Mike Crowner@ Eaton Auto Body
Nurse Kathy Felton
Pastor/Minister Rev. Phil Hobson@ First Congregational Church
Pet Groomer Beth Smith@ Beth’s K-9 Care
Pharmacist Joe Wildern @ CVS
Photographer Amanda Lipsey @Amanda Marie Photographer
Policeman Kurt Bristol@ Charlotte City Police Dept.
Realtor Todd Trowbridge@ Real Estate Warehouse
Receptionist Kelsey Mullin@ Sun Creations
Server Jenny Parker
Tailor / Alterations Sue@ Fashion Tailoring
Travel Agent Christa Chapman@ Ermisch Travel
Vet Dr. Miller @ CharlotteVeterinary Hosptial
FOOD & RESTAURANTSAsian Good Flavor
Bakery/Bread Store Sweet Harvest
Bar Mike’s Sports Page
Breakfast The Eaton Place
Brunch The Eaton Place
Burger Mike’s Sports Page
Candy Shop Meijer
Coffee Shop Fay’s Evelyn Bay
Deli Meijer
Dinner Eaton Pub & Grille
Family Restaurant The Eaton Place
FarmMarket Horrocks
Italian Riedy’s
Lunch Eaton Pub & Grille
Mexican Don Tequilas MexicanRestaurant
Pizza Riedy’s
Place to buy Ice CreamDairy Queen
Place to buyMeat Meijer
RibsApplebee’s
Sports Bar Mike’s Sports Page
Steak Eaton Pub & Grille
Sub Sandwiches Subway
Wings Applebee’s
SERVICESArt Framing &Matting Michaels
Bank Eaton Federal
Child Care ProviderChildren’s Village
Credit Union LAFCU
Dry Cleaning Baryames Cleaners
Florist Serendipity Florist
Funeral Home Pray Funeral Home
Gas Station / QuickMartSpeedway
Gym /Workout FacilitySnap Fitness
Hair Salon What’s Your Forté
Heating & CoolingKane Heating Service
Hospital HGB
Insurance Agency State Farm
Martial ArtsMartines ATA Martial Arts
Mortgage CompanyReal Estate Warehouse
Photo StudioAmanda Marie Photography
Print Shop Allegra Printing
Real Estate CompanyReal Estate Warehouse
Tanning SalonFlamingo Tanning and Nails
Travel Agency Drolett Travel
PLACES TO GO &THINGS TO DO
Art Gallery Charlotte Library
Bowling Alley Char Lanes
Conference Center Holiday Inn
Golf CourseCharlotte Country Club
Hotel Holiday Inn
Ice Skating Rink The Summit
Most Romantic Place The Ledges
Movie Theater Eaton Theatre
Place to Dance Eaton Pub & Grille
Video Rental Store Blockbuster
SHOPPINGAntiques/Collectibles Wind Walker
Appliance Store Richard’s
Auto Dealership Team One
Auto Parts Store Auto Zone
Book Store The Reading Place
Carpet StoreCustom Home Interiors
Cellular Store Verizon
Furniture StoreChristensen’s Furniture
Gift Shop The Linen Chest
Grocery Store Meijer
Hardware Store Byrum True Value
Health / Organic Foods Meijer
Home Improvement StoreHome Depot
Jewelry Store Carl Reck Jewelers
Lawn & Power Equipment StoreTractor Supply Company
Lumber Company L.L. JohnsonLumber Manufacturing
Mall Meridian Mall
Men’s Store Peebles
Music Store FYE
Pharmacy CVS
Pool / Spa Store Meijer
Retail Garden Center Meijer
Shoe Store Payless
Specialty Shop Bella Grande
Sports Store Dunham’s
Toy Store Toys R Us
Women’s Store Bella Grande
Charlotte, Olivet, Potterville and Bellevue: Here are your choices for thebest-of-the-best in the Charlotte Shopping Guide coverage area, froma variety of categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners!
Voted the Best by our readers
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Eaton Theatre a local hot spotAlthough chain theaters are ever-present, readers of the Charlotte ShoppingGuide have voted the local Eaton Theatre, located in downtown Charlotte,their “Favorite Movie Theater” in this year’s People’s Choice Awards. Thebusiness shows two movies at a time.
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CHARLOTTE - Thereisn’t anything typical aboutBetsy Smith’s downtownclothing store.
From the polka dots onBella Grande’s awning tothe store’s friendly live-incat Maxine, who cuddleswith customers while theyshop - the consignment op-eration caters to plus-sizewomen in its own specialway.
“I didn’t have the abilityto foresee anything,” saidSmith, about her plans whenshe opened the store in thespring of 2006. “I didn’t haveany clue how it would playout.”
Today, Smith is a successstory. This February Smithwas the first-ever recipientof the Charlotte Chamberof Commerce’s Novice Im-pact Award. And Bella
Grande is this year’s Peo-ple’s Choice for “FavoriteSpeciality Shop” and “Fa-vorite Women’s Store.”
At Bella Grande Smithand her staff strive to offertheir customers a “shoppingexperience.” They offer as-sistance and quality mer-chandise.
Ninety-five percent of theclothing in the store is thereon consignment. Sellerssplit the profits on theiritems with Smith. It may nothave been a popular meth-od to shop when the storeopened but in 2008, when
the economy became slug-gish, consignment shoppingbecame very popular.
“They are just poppingup everywhere now,” saidSmith, of similar operationsin the area.
Bella Grande though fillsa niche, she said. “We real-ly are the favorite shop ofmany people.” And 75 per-cent of them travel to Char-lotte to shop there.
That means somethingto Smith. So does the re-spect and understanding ofthe Charlotte business com-munity.
Smith said when she firstopened her store “I had toprove myself.”
And today the sign nextto sales desk at the front ofBella Grande speaks to thetrue nature of her opera-tion. “Friends gather here,”it reads.
Smith hopes they contin-ue to. “If I want to do re-peat business with peoplethey need to have a reasonto come back.”
Right: Bella Grandeowner Betsy Smith
has made her businessa destination shop
located in downtownCharlotte. This year the
store was honored bythe Charlotte Area
Chamber of Commerceand Charlotte Shopping
Bella Grande gets reader nod as a favoriteBy RACHEL [email protected]
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Trusted funeral home gets nodPray Funeral Home, located on West Seminary Street in Charlotte, wasrecognized as the “Favorite Funeral Home” by readers of the CharlotteShopping Guide this year. The business was established in 1921 byErnest G. and Myron E. Pray and is still a fifth-generation and family-runoperation.
As a community credit union we want to express oursincere appreciation for voting us as the 2010 favoritecredit union for the People’s Choice Awards!
We are proud to be part of a community that is a part ofour family. Feel free to stop-in and say hi and let us knowif we can help you with any of your financial needs!
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CHARLOTTE — Hayes GreenBeach Memorial Hospital is proofthat independent operations cansucceed in tough economic times.
In the last few years the Char-lotte hospital has begun initialwork to bring an $18 million“health park” to the former Fel-pausch building on Lawrence Av-enue.
HGB has hired five new doc-tors in the last year and expandedits women’s health programming,with the help of a clientele-basedfocus group of community mem-bers.
Readers named Hayes GreenBeach the community’s “FavoriteHospital,” in this year’s People’sChoice Awards.
Carrie Rathbun Hawks, direc-tor of Marketing Communicationsfor the hospital, said the hospitalstaff and officials feel invested inthe Charlotte community — some-thing they have stated in the hospi-tal’s mission statement.
“You don’t see that with a lotof hospitals and it’s part of what
makes us unique,” she explained.That may just be the tip of the
iceberg though.HGB staff and officials have tak-
en their “community involvement”seriously. Two years ago the hos-pital began working with the localorganization CAN Do! to start a“generosity” push within the com-munity.
HGB brought nationally-knownspeaker LeAnn Kaiser Carlson toCharlotte for several talks and then
took things one step further —establishing the “Power of One”Fund. The hospital committed todonating one percent of its annualnet revenue to the fund, which willeventually go to pay for commu-
nity service efforts that follow thetheme of local generosity.
Rathbun Hawks said the “gen-erosity” efforts were, and still are,about being involved in the com-munity.
“We felt it was a way for us tomake an investment in the com-munity without being in charge ofthe effort,” she said.
“We’ve certainly had challeng-es in the last year, just as allbusinesses have,” said Matt Rush,FACHE, president and CEO ofHGB. “But our staff and physicianshave pulled together repeatedly tokeep us on track with excellent pa-tient care and customer service. Asin the past, we wouldn’t have beenas successful as we have been thispast year without our team and thesupport and confidence our com-munity has in HGB.”
In truth, Rathbun Hawks saidmost of the hospital’s efforts with-in the community are in line withits approach to overall health. Shesaid it is a proactive approach tohealth that extends beyond physi-cal wellness.
Rathbun Hawks said the hospi-tal also does its best to succeedin the market without competingwith larger operations.
“We know we can’t go toe to toewith Sparrow and Ingham,” shesaid. “That’s not our intent. We arepartners with them.”
Hayes Green Beach growing, investing in CharlotteBy RACHEL [email protected]
Matt Rush, president of Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital,has been at the helm of the independent hospital for the past 11years.
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“As in the past, wewouldn’t have been assuccessful as we havebeen this past yearwithout our team andthe support andconfidence ourcommunity has in HGB.”
– Matt Rush, FACHE,president and CEO of HGB
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Winner of Favorite Italian & Pizza!Winner of Favorite Italian & Pizza!
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When co-owners MikeHammond and MikeRodocker opened Mike’sSports Page downtown twoyears ago they knew the ven-ture had potential.
Rodocker took a walkthrough the building a fewyears ago, previously Bai-ley’s, and thought about anidea the two men had dis-cussed 15 years prior —wouldn’t it be fun to openand run a local bar?
For Rodocker, a Char-lotte resident for over 35years, the idea had long beena dream.
“Anytime I ever sat at abar and talked to a bartend-er I always thought it wouldbe cool to be on the otherside of the conversation,” hesaid.
Today, both men are —and business is good. Mike’sSports Page is the recipientof three People’s ChoiceAwards for favorite bar, fa-
vorite sports bar and favor-ite burger.
Rodocker said the busi-ness venture has meant a lotof “on the job” training.
“I think it was a whirl-wind,” he said, of the bar’sfirst year. “It went by sofast.”
But Hammond said thesuccess can be attributedto several factors, includinggood customer service, aloyal and talented staff andtasty food.
“People have fun whenthey come in,” he said. “Wetreat them right. We greetthem at the door.”
The full-service bar of-fers live entertainment threenights a week, reasonableprices and popular burgers.
“I’m as proud of the foodwe put on the table as thebeers we serve,” saidRodocker, who explainedthat several of the bar’s 13employees worked for Bai-ley’s as well. The establish-ment still orders its meatfrom the same vendor.
And while many smallbusinesses are struggling orfolding in a trying economicclimate, Hammond said henever doubted that openingMike’s Sports Page was agood investment.
“I was never nervousabout it,” he said. “We’rehonored that we were giventhese awards.”
Mike’s Sports Page is lo-cated at 107 S. Cochran andcan be reached at 543-9849.
Mike’s Sports Page the favorite bar, best burgerBy RACHEL [email protected]
Mike’s Sports Page, a downtown bar that opened in 2008, was voted “FavoriteBar” and “Favorite Burger” in the People’s Choice Awards. Mike Hammond andMike Rodocker co-own the business.
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“Anytime I ever sat at a bar and talked to abartender I always thought it would be cool tobe on the other side of the conversation.”— Mike Rodocker, co-owner Mike’s Sports Page
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Serendipity is a favorite for flowersSerendipity Florist, located at 141 S. Cochran Ave. in downtown Charlotte,is the recipient of this year’s People’s Choice Award for “Favorite Florist”thanks to readers of the Charlotte Shopping Guide. Shop owner, Julie Gettswas voted “Favorite Floral Designer”. The business offers flowers for variousoccasions including weddings and birthdays. O F C H A R L O T T E
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CHARLOTTE — AmandaLipsey thinks photographywas her “calling” long beforeshe ever realized it.
The Potterville HighSchool graduate, now livingin Charlotte, went throughhundreds of disposable cam-eras as a child. Every mo-ment was photographed, butit might have remained ahobby.
Then Lipsey gave birth toher son Jeremiah, now 4.
“I just started taking pic-tures of him because I didn’twant to miss anything hedid,” she recalled. Candidmoments were captured andLipsey says a new passionwas born.
Last year the local mom,who now has a one-year-olddaughter Adeline and step-daughter Sidney, age 11,unofficially began shootingportrait sessions and eventsfor family and friends. Shecharged a minimal fee and
dove into the photographyprogram at Lansing Commu-nity College.
The hobby took on newmeaning — and this year sheofficially opened AmandaMarie Photography. The on-location photography busi-ness will capture 12weddings by the end of thisyear. Lipsey also takes fam-ily and children’s portraits.
“It’s the only thing I cansee myself doing,” she ad-mits. And readers of theCharlotte Shopping Guideseem to agree, naming Lipseytheir “Favorite Photogra-pher” in the People’s ChoiceAwards.
Lipsey was “shocked”
when she heard about theaward but excited.
“I’m constantly seeingthings and thinking, ‘Oh, thatwould be a great picture.’ Ev-erywhere I go I have an imag-inary view finder for greatphotos.”
For Lipsey that usuallymeans shooting personal andcandid photos of her sub-jects. “I don’t like to poseanybody,” she said. “My pho-tography is very simple. Ikind of wait for them to fallinto place. I kind of just sitand wait.”
And her favorite subjects?Lipsey said children inspireher and often are at the cen-ter of the best photos.
“I think it’s because I’m amom,” she explained. “I takepictures of children the wayI would take pictures of mykids.” And she admits thather love for photography hasbeen fostered thanks to herown children, who were sub-jects long before she startedworking professionally.
In the future Lipsey saidshe hopes to keep thebusiness local. “My heartis between Charlotte andPotterville. That’s where Iwant to stay.”
She also wants a store-front in downtown Charlotte- although her next invest-ment will be a new cameralens.
“It’s over $2,000,” saidLipsey. “It’s a very expensivebusiness.”
Residents can learn moreabout Amanda Marie Photo-graphy by visiting thebusiness’ blog atwww.amanda-mariephotography.blogspot.com . Theycan also reach her at (517)862-2347.
Lipsey’s photography venture a local favoriteBy RACHEL [email protected]
Amanda Lipsey, a Potterville High School graduateand resident of Charlotte, officially began herphotography business, Amanda Marie Photography,just this year. But the local mom is already a readerfavorite in this year’s People’s Choice Awards.
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“I’m constantly seeing things and thinking,‘Oh, that would be a great picture.’Everywhere I go I have an imaginary viewfinder for great photos.”
— Amanda Lipsey
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Dairy Queen the place for frosty treatsReaders of the Charlotte Shopping Guide voted Dairy Queen, located at 407South Cochran Ave., their “Favorite Place to Buy Ice Cream” in this year’sPeople’s Choice Awards. The seasonal spot draws a crowd even on weeknights during the summer months.
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Eaton Rapids: Here are your choices for the best-of-the-bestin the Eaton Rapics Community News coverage area, from
a variety of categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners!Voted the Best by our readers
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Writer John Schneider @ LSJ
Radio Station WITL-FM 100.7
DJ Personality Banana Don@ WITL-FM 100.7
PERSONALITIESBank Teller Sherry Pabst
@ Eaton Federal Savings
Barber Gene Pringle@ Hair Care Shop
Car Salesperson tie - Brian Buegeand Derek Hiemstra@ Glenn Buege Chevrolet, Inc.
Cashier Cheyenne
Chiropractor Dr. Dennis Albrecht@ E.R. Chiropractic Center
Dentist Dr. Doug Hoppe@ Hoppe Dental Care
Doctor Dr. Tom Kelly@ Family Care Center
Eye Doctor Dr. Dan Wrubel@ Eaton Rapids Optometry
Fireman Chief McNutt @ ERFD
Floral Designer Barb@ Hastay’s Greenhouse
Hair Stylist Carrie Wiltse@ Carrie Wiltse Salon
Investment Broker Lorri Doolittle@ Ameriprise Financial
Lawyer Larry Nolan @ Nolan,Thomsen & Villas, P.C.
Massage Therapist Bonnie Davis
Mechanic Steve Whiting@ Glenn Buege Chevrolet, Inc.
Nurse Barb Parrott @ ERMC
Pastor /Minister Pastor Daniel
Pet Groomer Cherry Sharpe
Pharmacist Diane@ Rottenbucher Pharmacy
Photographer Kelly Lehto
@ Island City Photography
Policeman Chief Malewski@ Eaton Rapids Police Dept.
Realtor Dale McNabb@ Ross & Associates Realtors
Receptionist Kelly Miller@ Ross & Associates Realtors
Tailor / Alterations Kim Lerch
Travel Agent Jane DeGrow
Vet Dr. Snow@ Snow Animal Health Care
FOOD & RESTAURANTSAsian New China Buffet
Bakery / Bread StoreAggie Mae’s Bakery
Bar Darb’s Patio
BreakfastRiver’s Bend Mesquite Grill
BrunchRiver’s Bend Mesquite Grill
Burger Applebee’s of Charlotte
Candy Shop Fabiano’s
Coffee Shop Evelyn Bay of E.R.
Deli Meijer of Charlotte
Dinner The English Inn
Family Restaurant Darb’s Patio
FarmMarketEaton Rapids Farm Market
Italian Deluca’s Restaurant
LunchHerbal Weight Loss & Nutrition
Mexican Los Tres Amigos
Pizza Hungry Howie’s
Place to buy Ice CreamQuality Dairy
Place to buyMeat Meijer
RibsSmokey Bones
Sports Bar Darb’s Patio
Steak The English Inn
Sub Sandwiches Subway
Wings Buffalo Wild Wings
SERVICESArt Framing &Matting
Saper Galleries
Bank Eaton Federal Savings
Child Care Provider You & MeChildcare Center, LLC
Credit Union ConsumersProfessional Credit Union
Dry Cleaning Baryames Cleaners
Florist Hastays Greenhouse
Funeral HomeShelly-Odell Funeral Home
Gas Station / QuickMartSpeedway
Gym /Workout Facility EatonRapids Medical Center
Hair Salon Carrie Wiltse Salon
Heating & Cooling Stahl and Sons
Hospital ER Medical Center
Insurance Agency Ackley-Peters-Haubert Insurance Agency
Martial Arts ATA Black Belt
Mortgage CompanyEaton Federal Savings Bank
Photo StudioIsland City Photography
Print Shop Mergener’s Printing
Real Estate CompanyRoss & Associates Realtors
Tanning Salon MJ’s Beach Club
Travel Agency Jane DeGrow
Church First Baptist Church
Massage Cloud Nine
PLACES TO GO &THINGS TO DO
Art Gallery Saper Galleries
Bowling Alley Char-Lanes
Conference CenterThe English Inn
Golf Course Bonnie View
Hotel Holiday Inn Express
Skating Rink Edru Skate A Rama
Most Romantic PlaceThe English Inn
Movie Theater Celebration
Places to Dance Charlie’s Bar
Video Rental Store Family Video
SHOPPINGAntiques / Collectibles
Mason Antiques
Appliance Store Lowe’s
Auto Dealership Glenn Buege
Auto Parts Store CarQuest of ER
Book Store Barnes & Noble
Carpet Store Old Mill Furniture
Cellular Store Verizon
Furniture Store Old Mill Furniture
Gift Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Grocery Store Family Fare
Hardware Store Pettit Hardware
Health / Organic FoodsHerbal Weight Loss & Nutrition
Home Improvement StorePettit Hardware
Jewelry Store Carl V Reck
Lawn & Power Equipment StoreJ & M Power Equipment
Lumber Company Ace Hardware
Mall Eastwood Towne Center
Men’s StoreJ & M Power Equipment
Music Store Marshall Music
PharmacyRottenbucher Pharmacy
Pool / Spa Store TNT Pools
Retail Garden CenterThe Flower Garden
Shoe Store Payless
Specialty Shop Beads n’ More
Sports Store Dunhams
Toy Store Toys R US
Women’s Store Bella Grande
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EATON RAPIDS - IslandCity Photography ownerKelly Lehto celebrated thegrand opening of her newbusiness location June 4with a ribbon-cuttingceremony.
The 1,000-square-footstorefront at 120 Hamlinis right in the heart of
downtown.“I like the idea of being
on this street because it’svery eclectic,” Lehto saidbefore the ceremony. “It’sin the middle ofeverything.”
In business in EatonRapids for three years,Lehto has been voted“Photographer of the Year”
Island City Photography has new homeBy MARY JO [email protected]
The ribbon was cut in a ceremonymarking the grand opening of Island CityPhotography’s new location on HamlinJune 4. In front l to r: Amber andGrace Lehto. Back l to r: DDA directorDoug Stevenson, Cindy Colson fromLAFCU, Don Wycoff of the Chamber ofCommerce, Ken, Kelly and Kaitlin Lehto,Chamber president Bill Botti, city councilmember Claudia Brown.Photograph by Mary Jo WhiteSee Lehto/page 14
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EATON RAPIDS - Eaton Rapids MedicalCenter has been working hard to strike theperfect balance between a familiar, home-town feel and a patient’s desire for privacyin a hospital setting.
The effort seems to be paying off in atleast one respect – the hospital was namedFavorite Hospital in this year’s People’sChoice poll by readers of the Eaton Rap-ids Community News.
“Since 2000 we’ve made great strides,”says Lindsay Stevenson, director of mar-keting and development at the medicalcenter.
No doubt many Eaton Rapids residentshave used -- and been impressed by -- theexpanded and upgraded emergency roomthat opened last year.
The new facility includes 10 private pa-tient rooms with bedside registration and24-hour X-ray, lab and respiratory services.“The new rooms are extremely comfort-able and there’s definitely a shorter waittime than (an emergency room) in the Lan-sing area,” Stevenson says.
New this year is a bigger lab that fea-
tures two private drawing rooms and aseparate waiting area. “We’re trying to en-sure patient confidentiality and comfort,”says Stevenson. “On the other hand, it’sgreat to come here because chances areyou will know someone who’s taking careof your family member. It’s just more per-sonalized.”
The medical center employs a staff ofabout 200 and has been a part of EatonRapids since 1957.
Doctors from the Lansing and Jacksonareas routinely visit the hospital’s special-ty clinics for everything from surgery tocardiology to orthopedics. Specialty clinicrooms also have been upgraded, Steven-son says.
Another major feature the hospital hasadded since 2000 is the HealthWorks fit-ness center. It’s located on the second floor
Medical Center namedfavorite in communityBy CHRISTINE MEYER
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“It’s just more personalized.”– Lindsay Stevenson
three times by LansingCommunity Newspaperreaders. She’s also knownfor the photos onbillboards for the smalltown charm campaign.
Kelly’s husband, Ken,an East Lansing firefighter,and their three daughters,Kaitlin, 14, Amber, 10, andGrace, 8, were on hand.So was Eaton Rapids citycouncil member ClaudiaBrown, DDA director DougStephenson, Bill Botti andDon Wycoff of the localChamber of Commerceand Cindy Colson ofLAFCU.
Lehto, who has anAssociate’s Degree inApplied Science fromLansing CommunityCollege, does a wide rangeof commercial, weddingand portrait photography.
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Ten-year-old Amber Lehto (l) and Emma Sills, 9, enjoycake after the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grandopening of Island City Photography’s new locationon Hamlin Street June 4. Amber’s mom, Kelly Lehto,owns the business.
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EATON RAPIDS - Owner TimPopoff credits his experiencedkitchen staff with making Riv-er’s Bend Mesquite Grill a bighit with local diners for sixyears.
Readers of the Eaton Rap-ids Community News gaveit this year’s People’s Choiceaward for Favorite Breakfastand Brunch. The casual diningrestaurant, which sits at a bendin the Grand River in Eaton Rap-ids, features four chefs: BobbySanne, John Jones, Terry Han-son and (CQ) Ronn Engel.
Their combined experienceincludes a restaurant owner,banquet manager and chefs atrestaurants in Lansing,East Lansing and Jackson.Manager Matt Crandell also hasextensive experience in finedining establishments. “I guesshard times have been to ouradvantage as far as the help,”Popoff admits. Maybe the fourhave found a home for nowwith the success of River’s
Bend, which also offers off-sitecatering.
The restaurant, 145 N. MainSt., also has a banquet roomthat seats 50, and full-servicedining on the patio overlookingthe river.
Popoff describes his res-taurant as a family-orientedplace that also likes to dabblein slightly fancier fare withits monthly specials. The Junespecials, which run Thursdaythrough Sunda, feature a grilledCajun duck breast, a meatballcalzone, beef fajitas and ashrimp penne.
“I think a lot of people comein to see the new specials,”Popoff says.
They’re still also coming forthe restaurant’s award-winningbreakfast served daily, and thereader-favorite brunch on Sat-urday and Sunday. In additionto the usual brunch items ofeggs, breakfast meat, Frenchtoast and fruit, there’s home-made donuts, and on Sundaysan omelet station and wafflesmade to order.
River’s Bend the place for breakfast and brunchBy CHRISTINE MEYER
The River’s Bend Mesquite Grill got its name from its water-side location on the Grand River.
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EATON RAPIDS — PaulMalewski is not only the topcop in the Eaton Rapids PoliceDepartment, he’s also tops withthe residents of Eaton Rapids asthis year’s People’s Choice Fa-vorite Police Officer.
After over 30 years as a po-lice officer and almost sevenas Chief of Police in Eaton Rap-ids, Malewski, 51, is able to ac-cept graciously the accoladesand the arrows that come withhis position.
He is quick to cite the pro-fessionalism of his staff, whichincludes 10 full-time police of-ficers and an administrative as-sistant. He credits them withhelping the department earn a68 percent solved-rate for allcrimes committed in the com-munity in 2008, the last year forwhich state statistics are avail-able.
A native of East Dearborn,Malewski moved to Eaton Rap-ids when the city formed it firstfull-time police force in 1981.
Since then, in addition tothe responsibilities of a policeofficer and then police chief,Malewski has helped the depart-ment build a highly visible pres-ence in Eaton Rapids outside oftheir normal duties.
There’s the Fill a Cop Carevent every December to ben-efit local food banks that nowincludes 13 area police depart-ments.
Shop with a Cop has becomeanother Eaton Rapids PoliceDepartment holiday tradition.
One of the city’s communitygardens is located at the PublicSafety Center, and for the pastfive years the police departmenthas helped award a scholarshipto a graduating high school se-nior interested in a career inlaw enforcement, firefighting oremergency medicine.
About four years ago thedepartment began teaming upwith the Heart and Hands foodbank and started a program thatallows people on probation todonate food items in lieu of pay-ments they’re required to make
as part of their sentence.“A lot of folks are doing
that and feeling good about it.They‘re complying with theirprobation and helping otherpeople. It’s a way for them toredeem themselves from someof their poor choices,” Malewskisays.
And if you like coffee, andyou have a grievance to air butyou’d rather discuss it in aninformal setting, then come toCoffee with a Cop from 8 a.m.to 9 a.m. on the last Friday ofthe month at the Evelyn Bay
Coffee Company.The job of a police chief in-
cludes lots of paperwork andbureaucracy, which is whyMalewski says he’s so fortunatehis department has found somany ways to connect with theEaton Rapids community.
Malewski is ‘favorite officer’ in Eaton RapidsBy CHRISTINE MEYER
Right: Eaton Rapids PoliceChief Paul Malewski donnedhis dress threads recentlyto help ensure a safe promnight for local high schoolstudents. Courtesy photo
“A lot of folks are doing that and feelinggood about it. They‘re complying with theirprobation and helping other people. It’s a wayfor them to redeem themselves from some oftheir poor choices.”
— Paul Malewski,addressing a recent program
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EATON RAPIDS - The English Inn in Ea-ton Rapids has added another feather to itsimpressive cap with its recent membershipin the Distinguished Restaurants of NorthAmerica (DiRoNA).
And it has once again won a People’sChoice award, this time for Most RomanticPlace, Favorite Conference Center and Din-ner from the readers of the Eaton RapidsCommunity News.
DiRoNA is a not-for-profit group thatpromotes excellence in dining throughoutNorth America. Establishments that applyfor membership to DiRoNA are visited bymystery diners who rate the place on ev-erything from ambience, to cuisine, to thewine list, to quality of service.
“It’s a pretty big deal in the industry andwe are the only DiRoNA restaurant in thegreater Lansing area,” says Gary Nelson,who along with his wife Donna, own andoperate The English Inn.
Locals have been drawn to the 15-acreestate with its manicured gardens and his-toric house since it was renovated in 1989and opened to the public as an inn, res-taurant and conference center. In 2003 a
10,000-square-foot banquet facility was add-ed that features a ballroom and seating forover 200.
“We also do conferences and meetingsin the banquet facility; everything from verysmall groups to a couple of hundred and ev-erything in between,” Nelson says.
For a complete listing of amenities andservices offered at The English Inn visit itswebsite at www.english inn.com.
The slumping economy has been littlemore than “a hiccup” for his establishment,Nelson says.
“We’re busy the entire year. This is agreat place for a romantic getaway any timeof the year. Right now the gardens are infull bloom and this is a great place to havedinner and walk the gardens.”
If anything, a tighter economy may beprompting area residents to stay closer tohome and try a destination spot such as TheEnglish Inn for a special meal or weekendaway.
Nelson admits that “we continue to striveto be that special occasion restaurant andwe love having the opportunity to share inthose special times. Usually when peoplecome here it’s more than a dining experi-ence, it’s a celebration of some type.”
English Inn still beloved local spotBy CHRISTINE MEYER
Most Romantic Place, Favorite Conference Center and Dinner
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and open to the public formembership. There are avariety of strength and car-dio machines plus fitnessclasses, all supervised bycredentialed professionals.
For a complete view ofeverything the hospital of-fers from doctors to facil-ities to more information
about joining HealthWorks,visit the website atwww.eatonrapidsmedicalcenter.org.
Of course, the medicalcenter wouldn’t be able toretain its local feel if itdidn’t hold on to its tra-ditions, such as the hospi-tal tour that Eaton Rapidssecond-graders take everyyear. Residents also benefit
from the free, educationalprograms the hospital pro-vides in addition to servicessuch as health screenings,support groups and school-based programs.
With a stable workforceand a supportive commu-nity behind it, Eaton Rap-ids Medical Center appearspoised to keep buildingupon its foundation of ex-
cellent patient care in ahometown setting.
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Delhi Township: Here are your choices for thebest-of-the-best in the Holt Community News coverage area, from
a variety of categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners!Voted the Best by our readers
MEDIAPrint News Source
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Writer Will Kangas@ Holt Community News
Radio Station WITL-FM 100.7
DJ Personality Monica Harris@ 99.1 WFMK
PERSONALITIESBank Teller Jon Howland
@ Dart National Bank
Barber Steven L Marvin@ Steven L Marvin Salon
Car Salesperson John Korey@ Shaheen Chevrolet
Cashier Mary Poulzar@ L & L Food Centers
Chiropractor Dr. Walter Kittle@ Chiro-Technology
Dentist Dr. Novello@ Dr. Novello DDS
Doctor Dr. Wellmeyer@ Holt Family Practice
Eye Doctor Dr. Amy Cousineau@ Holt Eye Care
Fireman Pat Brown@ Ingham County Fire Dept.
Floral Designer Lynn Colbeck@ Wild Strawberry Florist
Hair Stylist Marie Meyer @Steven L Marvin Salon
Investment Broker Jon Grocki@ Dart National Bank
Lawyer Martin Neumann@ Neumann Law Firm
Massage Therapist Tammy Wahl@ Chiro-Technology
Mechanic Kurt Swift@ Swift Motors
Nurse Linda @ Dr. Van Ark
Pastor Pastor Dr. Glenn Wagner@ Holt United Methodist
Pet Groomer Dr. Steele@ Caring Animal Hospital
Pharmacist Janet Baker
Photographer Tammy Hamel @Tammy Hamel Photography
Policeman Gene Wrigglesworth@ Ingham Co. Police Dept.
Realtor Rita Craig@ Real Estate One
Receptionist Cody Makries@ Chiro-Technology
Server Gretchen Warner@ Sammy’s of Holt
Tailor / Alterations Andre@ Nu the Tailor
Travel Agent Angie @ R&R Travel
Vet Dr. Bethany Steele@ Caring Animal Hospital
FOOD & RESTAURANTSAsian PF Chang’s China Bistro
Bakery / Bread Store Panera Bread
Bar Sammy’s of Holt
Breakfast Bob Evans
Brunch Clara’s Lansing Station
Burger Sammy’s of Holt
Candy Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Coffee Shop Biggby Coffee - Holt
Deli Kroger
Dinner Buddies Pub & Grill
Family Restaurant Delhi Café
FarmMarket Holt Farmers Market
Italian Fat Boys Pizza
Lunch Sammy’s of Holt
Mexican Taco E Mas
Pizza Fat Boys Pizza
Place to buy Ice CreamSweet Sensations
Place to buyMeatMerindorf Meats
Ribs Finley’s
Sports Bar Buddies Pub & Grill
Steak Texas Roadhouse
Sub Sandwiches Subway
Wings Hooters
SERVICESArt Framing &Matting Wheaton’s
Framing & Art Gallery
Bank Dart National Bank
Child Care Provider100 Acre Daycare
Credit Union Lake Trust C.U.
Dry Cleaning Baryames Cleaners
Florist Wild Strawberry Florist
Funeral HomePalmer, Bush & Jensen
Gas Station / QuickMartSpeedway on M-99
Gym /Workout FacilityOak Park YMCA
Hair Salon Steven L Marvin Salon
Heating & Cooling A-1 Mechanical
Hospital Ingham Medical Center
Insurance AgencyAdvanced Insurance Agency
Martial ArtsOriginal Okinawan Karate- Holt
Mortgage Company Flagstar Bank
Photo Studio Miller Photo Studio
Print Shop Paper Image - Holt
Real Estate CompanyReal Estate One
Tanning Salon Fantastic Sam’s
Travel Agency R & R Travel
PLACES TO GO &THINGS TO DO
Art Gallery Anselmo Gallery
Bowling Mason Bowling Center
Conference CenterCauseway Bay Hotel
Golf Eldorado Golf Course
Hotel Causeway Bay Hotel
Ice Skating Rink The Summit
Most Romantic PlaceThe English Inn
Movie Theater Celebration
Places to Dance Green Door
Video Rental Family Video - Holt
SHOPPINGAntiques Mason Antique District
Appliance Store Lowe’s
Auto Dealership Bud Kouts
Auto Parts Store CarQuest - Holt
Book StoreSchuler Books &Music
Carpet Store American Flooring
Cellular Store Verizon
Furniture StoreCricket’s Home Furnishings
Gift Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Grocery Store Kroger - Holt
Hardware Store Ace Hardware
Health / Organic FoodsBetter Health Food Store
Home Improvement Store Lowe’s
Jewelry Store Terry’s Jewelry
Lawn & Power Equipment StoreBrady Lawn Equipment
Lumber Company Menards
Mall Meridian Mall
Men’s Store Men’s Wearhouse
Music Store Marshall Music
Pharmacy Rite Aid- Holt
Pool / Spa Store TNT Pools
Retail Garden Center Lowe’s
Shoe Store DSW
Specialty Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Sports StoreDick’s Sporting Goods
Toy Store Toys R Us
Women’s Store Younkers
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Best firefighterHolt’s own Pat Brown, the Assistant Fire Chief for the Delhi Township FireDepartment, was awarded the People’s Choice Award for “Best Fireman” bythe readers of the Holt Community News. Brown has won numerous awardsfor serving the public and goes beyond his duty to help educate studentsand residents. Here he is talking to a township resident after a fire in 2008.
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Serving All Your Legal Needs For Over 29 Years• Estate Planning/Probate• Bankruptcy• Real Estate• Business Law• Family Law• Criminal Defense
2040 Aurelius Rd., Suite 21Holt, MI 48842
(Located in the Holt Plaza)
694-3300Free Consultation
website: NeumannLaw.com
Martin H. Neumann
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Primo pizza and ItalianFat Boys Pizza won “Best Pizza” by the Holt Community News’ People’sChoice Awards in 2010 again, and “Best Italian”. Fat Boys continues tobe the place of choice for Holt residents and has been endeared by thecommunity for its charitable efforts as well. The official pizza delivery cart isused for special events.
THANK Youfor Voting Us Holt’s Favorite
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7 Year Winner - Thank You Readers!Best Heating &Cooling ContractorDelta-Waverly,Grand Ledge & Holt!
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WOW, Favorite veterinary facility in Holt fora third year in a row. Thank you to our clientsfor this vote of confidence. I believe thereare differences in quality of veterinary care;our care is different because it’s better. Ourpreventative medicine program evaluates apet’s lifestyle and develops a unique vaccine,dental care, and parasite prevention protocol
for each pet. Any pet with medical concerns is given the attentionneeded for diagnosis and accurate treatment of their illness.
– Dr. Bethany Steele
Come and meet our new veterinarian Dr.Harshbarger who in addition to dogs and cats alsohas an interest in exotic pet medicine. She will be
available for appointments Tuesdays 5-7 pm and forwalk-in appointments Wednesdays 2-4:30 pm.
CARING ANIMAL HOSPITALDr. Bethany Steele ~ (517) 694-6766
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HOLT — Sammy’sLounge owner Mike Coreyisn’t shy about his award-winning restaurant.
When asked what makeshis burgers so good, he’lltell you without hesitation.
“I don’t know,” he said.Sammy’s Lounge, 1957 S.
Cedar Street, has won four
People’s Choice Awards thisyear.
Holt Community NewsPeople’s Choice voters saidSammy’s had the best burg-er, best lunch, best bar andbest server.
When asked further, Co-rey broke it down in a sim-ple way about the burgers.
“It’s tough competingwith value menus,” he said.“But we make sure it tastes
good and is done quickly fora lunch that costs about fivebucks.”
The meat is fresh fromDarrell’s Super Market atthe corner of Aurelius Roadand Columbia Road.
Corey said having a menuthat has a variety of goodfoods helps get recognitionfor a good lunch.
As for best server,Gretchen Warner won again,
as she was given the awardlast year as well.
“What’s interesting is thatshe won the award twoyears now and she is cur-
rently part-time,” ManagerArt Brokenshire said. “Butthat may change.”
Brokenshire said Warneris a wonderful person and
it shows when she is work-ing.
“She has the ability tojuggle her job and interactin a positive way with cus-tomers,” Brokenshire said.“That helps set her apart.”
As for the “Best Bar”award, Sammy’s has an out-door gazebo and is knownas a great place to have adrink with friends, Broken-shire said.
Sammy’s nabs four ‘choice’ awards in 2010By WILL [email protected] Sammy’s Lounge
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Thanks to all of our patients for their continuedconfidence and support in our practice and thecare we provide to you and your families.
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FAVORITE AUTO PARTS STORE
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Top lawyerThe Law Offices of Martin Neumann have again won the People’s ChoiceAward for best lawyer by the readers of the Holt Community News. Neumannis a long-time Holt resident and has helped protect the rights of the peopleof Holt for years as well as being a fan of Holt High School athletics.
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“Thanks for making us #114 years in a row!”
and for choosing Lynn Colbeckas your Favorite Designer”- Rex, Lynn & all the Gang
Stop by and seewhy we’re voted #1!
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www.ChristTheKingAnglicanChurch.org
We are grateful to be voted People’s Choicechurch for a 2nd year in a row!
Come and join us for Bible-based teaching with practical applicationto your life with Holy Communion every Sunday!
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Fr. Jack Lumanog, Pastor
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Community institutionSteven L. Marvin Salon has been a Holt stronghold for years despite heavycompetition. Not only did owner Steven Marvin’s business win the HoltCommunity News award for “Best Salon,” but styllist Marie Meyer won“Best Hair Stylist” and Marvin himself won “Best Barber”.
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HOLT — Family VideoManager Shannon Berlinwas glad to hear her storehad won the Holt Commu-nity News’ People’s ChoiceAward for “Best Video Rent-al Store.”
Berlin said it wouldn’thave happened without
her staff.“We have a great group
of people,” she said. “Mostof them are from right herein Holt so it helps to have afamiliar face.”
The store has opened it-self up to the communityby doing community-basedthings, like hosting a childsafety day with the policedepartment, or helping out
with the Holt Food Bank.“It was great helping
out,” Berling said. “This is anice community.”
A poster on the wall atthe video store keeps trackof how many free rentalswere given out because ofthe store’s good grades pro-gram.
If students bring in re-port cards with A’s they get
a free rental. The goal is$1,500 this year.
Berlin said Family Vid-eo has remained steady de-spite competition, like thenew vending machine-stylevideo rental machines.
“I think that customerslike the fact that they cantalk to a person about mov-ies,” she said. “Especiallyif there is something that
doesn’t work.”During this interview,
Berlin dealt with a custom-er that was furious her copyof “Twister” was scratched.
“Why don’t you guyshave more than just onecopy?” the customer said.“You used to have hun-dreds.”
Family Video is a community stapleBy WILL [email protected]
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Thank you again to Holt and Holt Communty Newsfor this appreciated recognition for ministry.
It is a great honor to serve Christ in a region that caresenough to grow strong churches, supports world class schools,offers outstanding civic services, nurtures vital businesses,and demonstrates love for neighbor in a tangible way. I amprivileged to be in this work with many other outstandingclergy colleagues in Holt.
Sincerely,Glenn Wagner, pastorHolt United Methodist Church
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Family Video in Holt has won the 2010 People’s Choice Award for “Best VideoRental Store.” Community involvement was the key to getting recognized.
Will Kangas
Best: Holt casts the votesBerlin gave her a credit for the
scratched DVD plus a few more credits forother ones that the customer said werescratched.
“We care about our customers,” she
said. “That’s one of the reasons why theylike us.”
Berlin said her employees made it hap-pen: Jon Shank, Amanda Monzo, ChadHester, Kris Morris, Malaika Kamau, ChrisHayward, Rebecca Nelson and StephanieWilson.
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STEVEN L. MARVINSALON AND WELLNESS SPA
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Thank you for voting usBest Barber, Hair Stylistand Best Hair Salon!
It’s your turn…to find balanceto regain your sense of well-beingto nurture your inner beautyto find the rare combinationof luxury and necessity
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Mason and Leslie: Here are your choices for the best-of-the-bestin the Ingham Co. Community News coverage area, from
a variety of categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners!Voted the Best by our readers
MEDIAPrint News Source
Ingham Co. Community News
Writer John Schneider @ LSJ
Radio Station 100.7 WITL
DJ Personality Danny and Monica@ 99.1 WFMK
PERSONALITIESBank Teller Sally Mangels
@ Dart Bank
Barber Julie Hill
Car Salesperson Eric Harter@ Andrews Chevrolet
Cashier Brian Vanderveen@ Speedway
Chiropractor Dr. John Woolston@ Woolston Chiropractic
Dentist Dr. Dan Guilick@ Guilick & Guilick DDS
Doctor Dr. Steve Owens @Steve Owens Family Practice
Eye Doctor Dr. Glen Linsley@ Dr. Glen Linsley
Fireman Kerry Minshall@ Mason Fire Department
Floral Designer Keith Lamphere@ Aldrich Floral
Hair Stylist Jena Keller@ Salon 130
Investment Broker Kerry Ferguson@ Edward Jones
Lawyer Bill Noud@ Noud & Noud
Massage Therapist Tammy Kinney@ Salon 130
Mechanic Scott Davis@ Davis Automotive
Nurse Dana Carl @ SteveOwens Family Practice
Pastor/MinisterRev. Steve Malson@ Mason Community Church
Pet Groomer Stephanie Wood@ Ruff Cuts
Pharmacist Steve Ware@ Ware’s Pharmacy
Photographer Randy Gladstone@ Gladstone Photography
Policeman Officer Chick@ Mason Police Department
Realtor Paula Johnson@ Vision Real Estate
Receptionist Sharon Ambrose@ Vision Real Estate
Server Ashley Ginter @ A&W
Tailor / Alterations Sue@ S & Sue Cleaners & Tailors
Travel Agent Angie Lapp@ R & R Travel
Vet Dr. James Main@ Mason Veterinary Clinic
FOOD & RESTAURANTSAsian Imperial Garden
Bakery / Bread Store Panera Bread
Bar The Courthouse Pub
Breakfast Mason Depot
Brunch Clara’s Lansing Station
Burger Darb’s Tavern & Eatery
Candy Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Coffee Shop Biggby Coffee
Deli The Vault Deli
Dinner City Limits
Family Restaurant City Limits
FarmMarketMason Farmers Market
Italian Bravo
Lunch City Limits
Mexican Los Tres Amigos
Middle Eastern Woody’s Oasis
Pizza Westside Deli
Place to buy Ice Cream Turtle Tom’s
Place to buyMeatMerindorf Meats & More
Ribs City Limits
Sports Bar City Limits
Steak Texas Roadhouse
Sub Sandwiches Westside Deli
Wings City Limits
SERVICESArt Framing &Matting Wheaton’s
Framing & Art Gallery
Bank Mason State Bank
Child Care Provider Colts & Filly’s
Credit Union MSU FCU
Dry CleaningS & Sue Cleaners & Tailors
Florist Aldrich Floral
Funeral Home Gorsline-Runciman
Gas Station/QuickMart Speedway
Gym/Workout FacilitySnap Fitness
Hair Salon Ara Bella Salon
Heating & CoolingApplegate Home Comfort
Hospital Sparrow
Insurance AgencyKen Young State Farm
Martial Arts Tae Kwon Do USA
Mortgage CompanyMason State Bank
Photo Studio Lights On Studio
Print Shop Action Printing
Real Estate CompanyVision Real Estate
Tanning Salon Beaches Tanning
Travel Agency R & R Travel
PLACES TO GO &THINGS TO DO
Art Gallery Wheaton’sFraming & Art Gallery
Bowling Mason Bowling Center
Conference Center Kellogg Center
Golf Course Eagle View
Hotel Kellogg Center
Ice Skating Rink Munn Arena
Most Romantic PlaceThe English Inn
Movie Theater Celebration
Places to Dance The Riv
Video Rental StoreMammoth Video
SHOPPINGAntiques Maple St. Mall
Appliance Store Sears
Auto Dealership Andrews Chevy
Auto Parts Store CarQuest
Book Store Bestsellers
Carpet Store American Flooring
Cellular Store Verizon
Furniture Store Art Van
Gift Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Grocery Store Meijer
Hardware Store Ace Hardware
Health Foods Better Health
Home Improvement StoreAce Hardware
Jewelry Store Fink Jewlers
Lawn & Power Equipment StoreBrady’s Lawn Equipment
Lumber Company Home Depot
Mall Meridian Mall
Men’s Store Men’s Wearhouse
Music Store Marshall Music
Pharmacy Ware’s Pharmacy
Pool / Spa Store Dietz Pool & Spa
Retail Garden Center Meijer
Shoe Store DSW
Specialty Shop Kean’s Store Co.
Sports StoreDick’s Sporting Goods
Toy Store Kean’s Store Co.
Women’s Store Younkers
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MASON — Have a taste for OldWorld-style breads, gourmet wineor special dark chocolate?
Apparently many people alreadyhave, as one local spot that sellsthese and other culinary items, TheVault Deli, has been named thePeople’s Choice winner for BestDeli.
“We use only the freshest and
the most high-quality ingredients,”said Jared Browers, Vault manag-er. “All of our stuff is homemade,really.”
The Vault is adjacent to Best-sellers Books & Coffee Company,so patrons who buy sandwichesand side dishes from The Vault canjust hop over to the coffee shopand sit down to enjoy their meal.
Located at 368 S. Jefferson, TheVault specializes in made-to-ordersandwiches, one of which is the
“Mike’s a Turkey,” a blend of Par-ma Mortadella, Genoa salami andspicy capicola.
Between the layers of the B.L.T.is Darrell’s Thick-Smoked Bacon.
The pastrami on rye is justthat, but it contains Jarlsberg Swisscheese, sauerkraut and lettuce.
“Ash’s Favorite” includes Briecheese, toasted walnuts, sliced ap-
ples and romaine lettuce on a ciab-atta roll.
Patrons also can take homegourmet items, such as specialtypotato chips, mustards and choco-lates; microbrew craft beers; andhard candies.
There also is a diverse collectionof wines from around the world.
The Vault Deli is open from 10a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Satur-day and from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun-day.
The Vault Deli is home to culinary delightsBy CHRISTIE [email protected] “We use only the freshest and the most high-quality
ingredients. All of our stuff is homemade, really.”— Jared Browers, manager, The Vault Deli
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Hair Care • Nail Services • Spa Pedicures • Massage Therapy
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Ara Bella SalonAra Bella Salon We are LocatedNext to The Post Office
138 W. Ash Street38 W. Ash Street ~~ MasonMasonMichelle Bontrager/Owner
A Full Service Salon
Thank you for voting us your favorite Salon.Thank you for voting us your favorite Salon.
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Lansing Chapel900 E. Michigan AvenueLansing, MI 48912Phone (517) 482-1533Timothy J. CookLocation Manager
East Chapel1730 E. Grand RiverEast Lansing, MI 48823Phone (517) 337-9745Clark F. BurldeLocation Manager
Mason Chapel621 S. JeffersonMason, MI 48854Phone (517) 676-2447Glen I. SmithLocation Manager
Williamston Chapel205 W. Middle StreetWilliamson, MI 48895Phone (517) 655-2150Bruce B. DussiLocation Manager
DeWitt Chapel205 E. WashingtonDeWitt, MI 48820Phone (517) 669-6465Scott R. KilgoAssostant Location Manager
GorslineRuncimanFuneral Homes
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Gorsline Runciman continues toprovide a thoughtful and quality-concious service that is deeply
respectful of te deceased and whichoffers caring response to the needs
and desires of the family.We remain committed to providing the
best contect for this time of humansharing in its deepest sense.
We consider it a prigiledge to servethe families of the Greater Lansing
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The “24 Hour Pharmacy”• 3 Registered Pharmacists
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304 S. Jefferson, Mason • Beautiful Downtown Mason • 676-9199
Favorite Pharmacy
10 years in a row!
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MASON — What frames a piece ofartwork can be just as important as theart itself.
Wheaton’s Framing & Art Gallery, 427S. Jefferson St., apparently has framedenough pieces to instill confidence in itspatrons: the business has been namedthe People’s Choice winner for favorite
Wheaton’s top local spot ‘to get framed’By CHRISTIE BLECK | [email protected]
These are the frame color choices at Wheaton’s Framing & ARt Gallery.
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“You can get a whole framemade entirely of Americanproducts.”
— Bernie Camp,owner of Wheaton’s
Framing & Art Gallery
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…I’m where I am today.Kenneth R Young, Agent708 S Cedar StreetMason, MI 48854Bus: [email protected]
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Thank You Mason for votingus Best Antique Mall!
Join us in celebrating our2-Year Anniversary
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Thank you for voting usfavorite your favorite bar!
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Live EntertainmentFridays & Saturdays
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R & R Travel Inc.Serving the Tri-County Area Since 1989
“Thanks Mason and Holt for the many years of support!”
FAVORITE Travel Agent!FAVORITE Travel Agent!
108 E. Ash St. • Mason517676-0380
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FAVORITEFAVORITETravel Agency!Travel Agency!
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art gallery.Bob Jones Paints
opened on the site in1963, and the businessbecame Wheaton’s in1979.
It has been servinglocal customers eversince.
Of course, art is ondisplay and for sale atWheaton’s. There areannual art shows, too,with the latest onefeaturing Mason artistShirley Renwick.
However, Wheaton’sspecializes in framing,matting, shadowboxesand other ways ofshowing off art.
Owner Bernie Campsaid picking out theproper matting colors ischallenging because it
makes him “expand onpeople’s thoughts.”
However, framingpatrons’ artwork alsoallows him to see a largevariety of things.
“You get to see thehistory of people’sfamilies and what not,”Camp said.
Camp also pointed outthat the framingmaterials, which includethe glass and backing, aremade in the U.S.A.
“You can get a wholeframe made entirely ofAmerican products,” hesaid.
Wheaton’s also usesrenewable “green”materials for framingfrom “reforested” trees.
Wheaton’s is open from9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.weekdays, except forThursdays when it’s openuntil 8 p.m. The businessalso is open from 10a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays.
Wheaton’s: Named topchoice for local art gallery
Wheaton’s owner Bernie Camp works on a piece of artwork.
Christie Bleck
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Wheaton’s Framing & Art Gallery,
427 S. Jefferson St., Mason
Open 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. weekdays,
except Thursdays 9 a.m.-8 p.m.;
Saturdays open 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
801 N. Cedar Road, Mason, MI 48854
Thank You, MasonCommunityFor Voting Us People’s Choice 2010!
Jon Woolston, [email protected]
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Ruff CutsRuff CutsPet Grooming
100 State St, Mason, MI(behind the Mason Elevators)
[517] 676-6111
Thank You For Voting UsYour Favorite Pet Groomer
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MASON — Mason is known forits many antique shops, but theone that was handed the People’sChoice Award for Best Antiques/Collectibles is the Maple StreetMall.
The mall is located on theCourthouse Square at 108 W. Ma-ple St.
The store offers a collectionof antiques, collectibles and hand-crafted goods on three levels cov-ering more than 10,000 squarefeet.
Merchandise from more than55 vendors and a used-book areameasuring almost 1,000 square feet(with proceeds benefiting the Ki-wanis Club of Mason) are housedin the building.
The building itself is historic.
Purchased by the Dancer familyin the mid-1960s, the buildingwas home to Dancer’s Fashionsfor many years. It became MapleStreet Mall in July 2008.
Manager Debbie Hedemark, athird-generation member of theDancer family, said the mall hasa wide variety of collectibles, an-tiques and glassware.
“We’ve just got everything,” shesaid.
That “everything” includesunique items such as handmadejewelry, dish cloths and $400 ta-bles.
The Maple Street Mall, as wellas offering a large array of antiquegoods, holds monthly food eventssuch as chili cook-offs, chocolateand cookie extravaganzas and spe-cial events, such as the “Dad’s FineDips” event planned for this pastFather’s Day.
The mall will celebrate its sec-ond anniversary with free hot dogson July 17.
The mall is open from 10 a.m.-6p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Fri-day, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday, 10a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday and noon to5 p.m. Sunday.
For more information, visithttp://maplestreetmall.com, [email protected] or call(517) 244-9444.
Maple Street Mall top spot for antiquesBy CHRISTIE [email protected]
Thanksfor voting us People’s Choice!
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“Thanks Mason, Leslie, & Williamston, Holt, East Lansing, Haslett & Okemosfor making Merindorf Meats your number one stop for fresh meats!”
500 Williamston Center Rd. • Williamston517-655-2898
2289 West Barnes Rd., • Mason517-676-6039
Open Mon thru Sat • 9 am - 8 pm;Sun 10 am - 6 pm
Open Mon thru Sat • 9 am - 7 pm;Sun 10 am - 6 pm
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