April 27, 2014 - The Elkhart Truth
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April 27, 2014 - The Elkhart Truth
Advertising Supplement April 27, 2014 2 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM HERE’S A BIG THANKS to go along with our big savings 185417 ALDI would like to thank the great people of Elkhart County for making us a“Favorite”in this year’s “Best of Elkhart County 2014”awards.You’re the reason why we strive to have the highest quality groceries at the lowest possible prices. In fact, you’ll save up to 50% over the national brands on everything from fresh produce to the best cuts of meat to everyday essentials like bread and peanut butter. So, come in to your neighborhood ALDI today and make us one of your“Favorites”. ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 table of contents Adam’s Cake Shop...............................................................9 Aldi..........................................................................................2 Arbor Lakes Apartments...................................................9 B Boutique Fine Consignment..........................................6 Billings Personalized Funeral Home................................8 Blue Gate Theater............................................................ 23 Boling Vision Center..................................................30, 31 Center for Hospice Care................................................ 10 Coconut Tan & Spa........................................................... 26 Concord Cars................................................................... 28 Creative Solutions by Julie Howard............................. 24 Cressy & Everett Real Estate......................................... 14 Das Dutchman Essenhaus............................................... 13 Dental Care of Elkhart..............................................30, 32 Dibley Chiropractic Center........................................... 29 Drive & Shine..................................................................... 22 Edward Jones..................................................................... 14 Elkhart Audiology Rehab................................................. 26 Elkhart Youth and Community Center........................ 11 Goshen Motors................................................................. 12 Great Wall Restaurant........................................................5 Greencroft Goshen.......................................................... 25 Greenleaf Family Dentistry, Inc...................................... 21 Greenleaf Health Campus.............................................. 27 Higley TV & Appliance...................................................... 19 Hubbard Hill Retirement Community......................... 29 Iechyd Da Brewing Company......................................... 22 INOVA Federal Credit Union..................................12, 13 Interra Credit Union........................................................ 25 IU South Bend Elkhart Center...................................... 10 Kimi’s Hair Designs.............................................................9 Legacy Heating and Air, Inc............................................. 24 Linton’s Enchanted Gardens..............................................4 Malibu Tanning................................................................... 28 Maple Lane Apartments and Executive Suites............ 23 Martin Brothers Contracting, Inc.................................. 20 Mayberry Café................................................................... 21 Michael’s Italian Restaurant............................................ 19 Mini Delights Cupcake Shoppe.........................................6 Peoplelink Staffing Solutions........................................... 12 Quality Wine & Ale Supply LLC.................................... 20 RE/MAX Excellence......................................................... 19 Sunday, april 27, 2014 3 Complete list of winners on pages 15, 16, 17, 18 RE/MAX Excellence Agent Barb Campbell................. 30 RE/MAX Excellence Agent Darla Brock...................... 10 Realty Group Resources................................................. 27 Riverpointe Hearing Center.............................................6 Salon J................................................................................ 6, 7 Schneider Clinic...................................................................5 Sorg Jewelers........................................................................7 Spectrum Eyewear Gallery............................................. 24 State Farm Agent Rachel Wain ........................................8 State Farm Agent Rocky Enfield.................................... 26 Stephenson’s.........................................................................4 Stifel The Elkhart Group................................................. 30 The Chief............................................................................ 26 The Lerner............................................................................5 Tiki Tan................................................................................ 19 Tom Naquin....................................................................... 11 Town & Country Builders............................................... 19 West View Florist.............................................................. 28 THANK YOU FOR VOTING!! Enjoy your $100 Visa Gift Card!! Darci Forrest Troy Stephenson Jared Newburg elkharttruth.com 185339 best of elkhart county 2014 apparel/clothing THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM landscape & garden centRE Stephenson’s 211 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516 (574) 294-6486 Linton’s Enchanted Gardens Downtown Elkhart has seen many transformations over the last century, and currently seems to be enjoying a renaissance not yet visible in many other communities, along Main Street, USA. The freshly renovated Lerner Theatre and a host of new eateries have done more for the heart of the city than merely improve the streetscape. Through the years, however, one landmark has remained a veritable anchor of our downtown, our community, and a reflection of what was once, Main Street, USA. Stephenson’s of Elkhart, opened its doors in 1931, an exclusive, appointment-only dress shop, catering primarily to the privileged ladies of Michiana. Through the decades, Stephenson’s has grown to serve the fashion and apparel needs of women of all ages and budgets. Offerings range from casual to career, with an emphasis on special occasion. Styles are handpicked in New York’s Fashion District by a locally based buying team that keeps a finger on the pulse of the cutting edge fashion world, but a foot squarely rooted in Elkhart’s Main Street. Key to Stephenson’s appeal is the store’s unique size and structure, in today’s vastly divergent retail landscape. As store principal Daniel Reynolds put it, “We’re small enough to offer one on one, first name basis, superior customer service, yet large enough to offer the best selection of the world’s top fashion designers.” Rosanne Cumella, Senior Vice President of New York’s The Doneger Group, the fashion industry’s largest buying and trend forecasting office, put it this way, “Stephenson’s is a highly respected retailer in the fashion industry with an impeccable reputation as a heritage company. Their commitment to customer service and satisfaction is unparalleled in the current retail landscape. Stephenson’s impressive history has proven to be the ‘gold standard’ of the specialty retail business.” The advent of shopping malls, mail order catalogs, and the most recent online shopping boom, have threatened – and in many cases endangered – “brick and mortar” retailers across the land. An emphasis on a level of service not attainable by any of the above “category killers” has been the key to Stephenson’s continued growth and success. An unwavering attention to these details is likely to ensure that future generations of Michiana shoppers will continue to enjoy the “gold standard” of the specialty store, right here in Elkhart. The anchor of traditional specialty retail is right here, on Main Street, USA. 315 County Road 17, Elkhart, IN 574 293-9699 • Toll free: 888 779-9333 Lintons.com YouTube: LintonsEnchanted Hours: Mon-Sat 8-7, Sun 8-6 (entire facility is ADA accessible) The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is in the extra. I believe it is this extra that has allowed Linton’s Enchanted Gardens to have been chosen by The Elkhart Truth readers as being the areas Best Landscaping And Garden Centre, Best Florist, and a Best Place To Buy A Last Minute Gift! Each team member at Linton’s strives to take that extra step to give every customer a pleasant and memorable experience. We are truly blessed to have a highly-skilled, and dedicated team that shares my vision to exceed our guests expectations. The Linton’s team takes great pride in their work. Whether they are working in our garden centre, on our landscaping and nursery crew, a floral designer, delivery driver, customer service associate, or in the Corporate office, each member of the Linton team is an integral part of making us the Best. It is our extraordinary people that set us apart! This year we celebrate 32 years of service to the Michiana area. Each and every year we continue to raise our own bar, and continue to offer additional rare and unusual plants, fabulous floral and gifts, unique furniture and home decor, and spectacular lawns and landscapes! We continue to look forward to the future, for we know that our BEST years are yet to come! - Mark B. Linton Thank you Elkhart, for your votes. We’re continually humbled by your 83 years of fashionable support. Thank you for voting Linton’s: BEST FLORIST BEST LANDSCAPE & GARDEN CENTRE BEST PLACE TO BUY A UNIQUE GIFT 185102 Home & Garden Centre, LandsCape arCHiteCture 315 Cr 17 (at Beck Drive) ELKHART 574/293-9699 • Lintons.com Mon.-Fri. 8-7 • Sat. & Sun. 8-6 184828 4 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH Sunday, april 27, 2014 5 Thank You for Voting! COUPON 15% OFF ENTIRE ORDER GREAT WALL CHINESE RESTAURANT Dine in only. Must present ad. One coupon per dining bill. Expires 6/30/14 574.293.3499 610 N. Nappanee Street, Elkhart 185121 Mon-Thurs 11am - 9:00pm, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 1:30am-10pm, Sun 11:30am-9:00pm greatwallelkhar t.com Thank you to our awesome patients for voting us favorite chiropractor again this year! 1178 Fremont Ct., Elkhart, IN • 574.293.7000 www.schneiderclinic.com Visit thelerner.com or call 574-293-4469 / 800-294-8223 to see what stars are coming out next. Box Office / 410 South Main Street / Elkhart, IN Voted BEST Live Entertainment Venue 184968 184901 Michiana’s Premier Site for Star Gazing best of elkhart county 2014 6 sunday, april 27, 2014 resale/consignment THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM hearing services RiverPointe Hearing Center B•Boutique - Fine Consignment 500 Arcade Ave., Suite 210 Elkhart, IN 46514 574-389-9696 56028 Parkway Ave – Elkhart – (574)294-5060 (Corner CR 17 & Middlebury Street - Behind Sorg Jewelers) www.facebook.com/BBoutiqueConsignment It has been our pleasure to serve the Elkhart community for over 31 years. As a small office, we take pride in our ability to offer a “personal touch” to our patients. When you call our office, you will talk directly with our staff. Because the staff in our office has worked together for 31 years we offer a level of knowledge and expertise in answering your questions that would be hard to find in most offices. Tuesday & Thursday (11-7) Wednesday – Friday – Saturday (11-4) Sunday & Monday (Closed) Women’s Consignment at its BEST! Apparel • Shoes • Purses • Jewelry • Accessories. New & Gently Worn, Quality Name-Brand and Designer Labels We Offer: • Complete Audiological Services • The Latest in Hearing Aid Technology • 31+ Years of Quality Service You’re Invited To Our CELEBRATION PARTY Grab some friends and join us for an evening of FUN, FOOD, and SAVINGS! Thursday (May 15th) from 4:00-9:00pm APPETIZERS – HOURLY RAFFLES – CELEBRATION SALE Our Philosophy is to treat our patients the way we would want to be treated ourselves! Thank you Elkhart County for voting us BEST hearing service Provider! CupCake Shoppe 217 S. Main St. | Elkhart, IN 46516 574.286.9902 | www.minidelightsbakeshop.com For Voting Us BEST CONSIGNMENT STORE! JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION PARTY Thursday (May 15th) from 4:00-9:00 184951 APPETIZERS • HOURLY RAFFLES • CELEBRATION CELEBR SALE salonjgoshen.com | www.facebook.com/salonjgoshen 130 South Main Street, Suite 2 | Goshen, IN 46526 | 574.971.5229 “Hears” to you! A Sincere Thank You for voting RiverPointe Hearing Center “THE BEST” Hearing Services provider of Elkhart County. 500 Arcade Ave., Suite 210 Elkhart, IN 46514 (574) 389-9696 185091 Thank You 184835 Thank You for Voting us BEST Salon in Elkhart County! 185516 Thank You for Your Votes! We are a full service i Hair Salon best of elkhart county 2014 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH Sunday, april 27, 2014 7 Jewelry Store Sorg Jewelers salon/spa Salon J 130 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526 (574) 971-5229 Salon J is located downtown Goshen, attached to Jules Boutique on Main. For 5 years and running, Salon J has served the Elkhart County area with all things hair and for all ages, specializing in events. Salon J holds a minimum of 4 fashion shows yearly, along with other organizations and events. Salon J is owned and operated by Julia Herschberger, also Master Stylist. Her sister Arlene Long runs the front desk, and Creative Stylists are Maria Raeder-Castillo, Caitlin Case, Dexter O’Bryant, and Ashley Buck. Each stylist at Salon J is passionate about continuing education in our haircolor and cutting services, Blowouts, and Extensions. Salon J staff takes pride in giving each client what they want and what is best for their individuality. Utilizing the best in hair care, Salon J also retails Pureology, Joico, and MalibuC; along with OPI for nail lacquer, and Nethyel and Blinc for cosmetics. Several Salon J stylists also offer makeup services, including newly added makeup airbrush services. Call Salon J today at 574-971-5229 or check out our website atSalonJGoshen.com. Salon J is very honored to take this Best award again this year! Thank you Elkhart County!!! “This certainly is overwhelming! Once again, we are very humbled and honored to be awarded The Elkhart Truth’s 2014 BEST jewelry store of Elkhart County for the FOURTH straight year!” said John Sorg, President of Sorg Jewelers. “This award is a true testament not just about us, but also about our community and how they have embraced us with their long standing trust in Sorg Jewelers.” added John. “Four-peat… that’s tremendous!” said Darin Sorg, Vice-President. “Winning four times in a row at anything is extremely difficult. Thanks to all who voted for us! Our caring sales staff and goldsmith department pride themselves in delivering the best experience, craftsmanship, knowledge, service and gifts to our clients. Within ourselves, we recognize the fact that this award and title wasn’t just earned overnight. In business for 114 years and four generations - we celebrate this award with our families, our staff, our current clients as well as the new clients that have yet to experience the exceptional service of Sorg Jewelers and what we can do for them!”, added Darin. What started as one man’s passion has turned into a family’s tradition. Sigmund Sorg founded Sorg Jewelers in 1900 in Roanoke, Illinois. Second generation sons, Sidney, Earl, Nelson and Richard carried on the business for decades. Now third and fourth generation Sorg’s are in charge of the storied family business that has been in Elkhart County since the late 1920’s. John Sorg (Sidney’s son) is President and Darin Sorg (John’s son) is Vice - President. They carry on the tradition and legacy of trust, high ethical standards, knowledge, fair pricing and value through their two stores. It is a simple, yet crucial formula for the stores’ success. Everything else builds from those five important keys. The staff at Sorg’s feel that their attentive, superior service and their consistency in their high quality of jewelry are some main reasons that keeps clients coming back, generation after generation – now for over 114 years. In addition to their longevity in business and being awarded Elkhart County’s BEST jewelry store (four years straight), Sorg Jewelers separates themselves from the rest with their membership in the highly accredited American Gem Society (AGS), which has rigorous standards that must be met for membership. The AGS is an organization consisting of the most elite jewelry stores in the United States and Canada that are reviewed and re-tested annually. As Elkhart County’s only AGS member, Sorg’s responsibilities are to be knowledgeable, protect consumers from fraudulent pricing and deceitful business practices. Clients must be able to depend on someone they can trust – and Sorg’s is it! JEW EL ERS Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! The Sorg g Family and our associates thank all of you for bringing out the BEST in us! We will continue to perform m to your highest stan standards. an If you’ve been to us ... you know us. For those of you who haven’t ... stop in to see what you’ve been ee missing! een CR 17 Elk Elkhart k | 294.5406 SorgJewelers.com Downtown Goshen | 533.1312 #SorgJewelers o orgJewelers 184792 best of elkhart county 2014 insurance company/ agent funeral services State Farm Agent, Rachel Wain Billings Personalized Funeral Home 2410 Middlebury St., Elkhart 574.293.8130 [email protected] Hours: Mon-Fri: 830am-5pm • Sat:9am-11am 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 574 264-2425 voted BEST in Elkhart County 13 times! Twenty years have gone by since I started my agency right here in Elkhart, Indiana. This is the community in which I grew up; my family is here, my church is here, my friends are here. Because of this combination, I do much more than live in this community—I value it. The Elkhart community gives back like no other, and I am so proud to give back to many of our local organizations. I am a member of the Elkhart Noon Optimist Club, a past board member of Michiana Crime Stoppers and an avid supporter and promoter of Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Toys for Tots, as well as the Little House that Ben Built. Alongside my commitment to my community, is my commitment to education. I am an alumus of a local college, Bethel, and have mentored various students around the Elkhart community. On many weekends, you can see my cheering on my grandson at the Elkhart Spots Center, as well cheering on many high school sports teams. Billings Funeral Home voted BESTin Elkhart County 13 times! The Billings family has served the greater Elkhart community for over sixty years in care giving capacities, and we intend to continue for many years to come. Upon being voted ‘BEST’ during TheTruth’s annual spring contest for the thirteenth year by its readers, our vision at the funeral home is to continue building lasting relationships with families. We become so involved in such a critical and sensitive time in people’s lives, that true friendships are formed between us all. We believe that each passing person deserves respectful reflection on the uniqueness that he or she has brought to the lives of family members and friends. This reflection lends to healthy family healing as you together take a moment to reflect on the good times, chuckle at the challenging times, and pay tribute to a person that leaves behind an important legacy for the family to pass forward.Our personalized services begin with our compassionate and trained staff of Funeral Directors, Preplanning Advisor and After Care Specialist housed in up-to-date, warm and comfortable spaces that include chapels, lounges, and offices. We are here to help all faiths paint the canvas of your loved one’s life to reflect on the beautiful memories and significant contributions that he or she made. “Everyone discusses my art and pretends to understand, as if it were necessary to understand, when it is simply necessary to love.” MonetVeterans too, will realize the honor and respect we hold for our homegrown and national heroes with package options that will pay tribute in just the right way. Close to our hearts here at Billings is the act of retiring United States flags the dignified way while honoring a veteran. Is it time to dispose of your tattered flags and replace them with new ones? If you bring in torn or faded flags, we will see that every veteran that chooses cremation will be cremated with an American flag. We welcome you to drop off your flag/s Monday through Friday between 8 am and 4 pm and hope you find this a convenience. We pride ourselves on always being one of the most reasonably priced funeral homes in the area, although many expect our charges to be much higher given our level of professionalism, the quality of our facilities, and our ethical standards. My team members and I work hard to give clients remarkable service. If the usual 9-5 schedule doesn’t fit your routine, you can call our local number and talk to a real person from State Farm regarding your claims and services-- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. With social media affecting our lives more than ever, you can also check us out on Facebook or my personal website, [email protected]. And, as always, you can visit us over on Middlebury Street right across from the old Rainbo Bowling Alley. We are here six days a week, along with the help of our twelve year old bull terrier, Yenko. (He’s been our assistant since his puppy days!) We are dedicated, committed and enthusiastic to give you personalized and individualized help with all your insurance needs. Privileged to help. We’re honored to serve this community for 20 years. My staff and I look forward to many more with you. Thank you for your continued support and business. Get to a better State®. Get State Farm. CALL ME TODAY. ElkhartWe...Thank You To our special community, it is an honor and a priviledge to assist you when you need compassion most. We look forward to serving you for generations to come. We thank you for your continued support and trust. The Billings Family & Staff 185511 Rachel Wain, Agent 2410 Middlebury Street Elkhart, IN 46516 Bus: 574-293-8130 [email protected] THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM State Farm, Home Office, Bloomington, IL 185515 8 sunday, april 27, 2014 Personalized Funeral Home Proud to call Elkhart home for 18 years ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 9 Thank You For Choosing Us! Celebrating 8 Continuous Years! 185117 85117 rom Always Made FOur Scratch For Customers 1401 JOHNSON ST., SUITE Y ELKHART | 574.262.1300 MON–FRI 8–5:30 SAT. 8–3:30 • www.adamscakeshop.com m Apartment complex Arbor Lakes Apartments Thankk Y Th You 22538 Pine Arbor Drive, Elkhart, Indiana 46516 888.823.4793 Fax: (574) 295-2167 [email protected] for Voting Us Favorite Salon/Spa! Arbor Lakes Apartments would like to thank everyone who voted our community the best apartment community in Elkhart County. We are truly honored to be recognized by the people of Elkhart County. Arbor Lakes Apartments offers both one and two bedroom apartments that include great amenities like a full-size washer and dryer, dishwasher, walk-in closets and much much more! Please stop by for a personal tour or check us out online at www.edwardrose.com/arborlakes. APARTMENTS 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Cats Welcome in Select Units! • Washer & Dryer • Central Air Conditioning • No Gas or Water Bill • Pool & Sundeck • 24-hour Emergency Maintenance • High-speed Internet Offered elkhart’s (574)293-4288 FAVORITE community! 185237 www.edwardrose.com/arborlakes Back Row ~ Amber Williams, Kimi Jackson, Christine“CJ” Johnston, Daria Arnold, Kristen Jordan, Mechelle Jarnigen, Summer Blakemore, Suzan Wicks Front Row ~ Lori Evans,Toun Signasaeng, Andrea Simpkins, Erika Robison, Lori Meherg 26084 County Road 6 • Ste 7 • Elkhart, Indiana Hours: Monday-Friday 9am to 7pm, Saturday 8am to 2pm 185495 Arbor Lakes best of elkhart county 2014 10 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM Hospice provider Center For Hospice Care 22579 Old U.S. 20, Elkhart, IN 46516 (574) 264-3321 Center for Hospice Care is honored to be your first choice in hospice care. Last year, we cared for 1,993 patients, the most we have cared for in our 33-year history. Mission-driven quality care, remarkable clinical skills capacity, and a focus on charity are the hallmarks of Center for Hospice Care and its Hospice Foundation. Today, with 221 professional staff and 500 devoted volunteers, we believe there is no other local organization more proficient or more experienced at providing high quality, patient and family-centered care at the end of life. In 2013, Center for Hospice Care became a Level Four “We Honor Veterans” partner. To reach this highest pinnacle level, we focused on increasing access to and improving the quality of care Veterans received throughout our eight-county service area by increasing the integration of Veteran-specific education for staff and volunteers, evaluating and growing our Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program, developing resources to help our Veterans and their families’ access benefits and implement better ways to improve care and service to veterans and their families throughout our organization. Nationally, there are nearly 2,000 “We Honor Veterans” hospice program partners and at the time of CHC’s designation, only 96 have achieved Level 4. “We Honor Veterans” is a national hospice provider awareness program conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. During 2013 Center for Hospice Care recruited 71 new dedicated, trained community volunteers, bringing the total of active volunteers to 500. Volunteer hours totaled 17,310, saving our agency $402,413. Our dedicated volunteers drove 42,599 miles to serve our patients and families. We encourage you to join our devoted volunteer team. If you haven’t yet seen our Elkhart Hospice House and office, please call us at 1-800-HOSPICE to schedule a tour of our facility and beautiful grounds. We are very proud of our Elkhart Campus and honored to care for those patients and families who choose Center for Hospice Care for high quality, patient and family-centered care at the end of life. Earn Your DEgrEE at thE Iu South BEnD Elkhart CEntEr >> High-tech classrooms and labs >> Scholarships for Elkhart residents >> Help with admissions & placement exams 185404 125 E. Franklin St. 574-294-5550 or toll free 800-321-7834 Thank You for Choosing us Center for Hospice Care, your local, not-for-profit hospice provider, is honored to be voted Best Hospice Provider. real estate agent RE/MAX Excellence Agent Darla Brock 185124 1-800-HOSPICE or centerforhospice.org Services from Center for Hospice Care are typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance. No one is turned away due to unability to pay. ©2013 Center for Hospice Care Thank You Elkhart County BEST REALTOR 2013 • 2014 I am honored and priviledged to serve such a wonderful community. Darla Brock • 574-596-1394 www.darlabrock.com Chances are over the past seven years, you’ve done business with Darla Brock, and put your trust in her to find or sell your home. And if you thought she was the best then... she’s even better now! Darla was recently inducted into the prestigious RE/MAX Hall of Fame, an exclusive group of top producers who have achieved phenomenal success and service during their career. That’s in addition to the numerous awards she has received for outstanding sales achievement, including most recently, the RE/MAX Sagamore Club Award. And to top all that off, Darla was voted “Best in Elkhart” by the readers of The Elkhart Truth. for voting me Excellence 574-596-1394 www.darlabrock.com Darla claims her success to good aggressive lenders. Darla lists and sells property in both Elkhart and St. Joe County. Darla resides in Elkhart with her husband Greg. They have three grown children and four grandchildren. You can reach Darla at 574-596-1394 for all your real estates needs. Also visit her at www.darlabrock.com to view her properties. 185327 best of elkhart county 2014 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH u Says Thank Yo for Voting Us... Sunday, april 27, 2014 11 357 3 LV2 new car dealer NEW CAR DEALER Tom Naquin 2500 W. Lexington Ave in Elkhart (574) 293-8621 www.tomnaquin.com 574 -293-8621 www.tomnaquin.com 185549 2500 WEST LEXINGTON, ELKHART, IN 46514 Founded in 1968, Tom Naquin Chevrolet acquired the Nissan franchise in 1989 and added Oldsmobile/Cadillac in 2000. The dealership has been recognized annually for excellence in sales and service and is proud to partner with area organizations such as youth soccer and baseball. The agency is family owned and operated and recently completed extensive renovations to its Nissan and Chevrolet/Cadillac facilities located at 2500 W. Lexington Ave in Elkhart. Find more at www.tomnaquin.com 185271 USED CAR DEALER 12 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM Immediate Openings Elkhart Goshen Bristol Choosing Us 185120 Thank You for Voting Us Your Favorite New Car Dealer! Thank You For goshenmotors.com 185519 574-875-5106 www.PeoplelinkStaffing.com 574.262.8050 EElkhart | Goshen | Middlebury | Bristol 185040 3220 Elkhart Rd Goshen, IN 46526 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 13 Bank/credit union INOVA Federal Credit Union 358 S. Elkhart Ave., Elkhart Indiana 46516 Monday – Thursday 9-5 and Friday 9-5:30, Saturday 9-12 www.inovafcu.org • 574-294-6553 • 800-826-5465 For the second consecutive year, INOVA Federal Credit Union has received the Elkhart Truth’s Favorite Financial Institution in Elkhart County Award. “We are so honored to be recognized, once again, with this prestigious award,” said INOVA CEO, Dallas Bergl. “It’s always been our goal to do whatever we can to provide the very best services for our members. We strive to offer products and services that are specifically geared to improving their financial well-being.” When you think of INOVA, you may not realize this $250 million credit union started out in 1942 with just $35 in a 300-square-feet corner in the Miles Corporation plant in Elkhart, Ind. The seven original founders had a vision of something more when they each invested $5 a share into the idea of cooperative financial services. In 1976, recognizing the need to grow in order to meet the expanding needs of our members, the credit union moved to a 4,000-square-feet facility on Beardsley Avenue in Elkhart. In 1988, our space underwent a major renovation that added another 16,000 square feet to that building. In 2005, we moved into our newly constructed corporate office in downtown Elkhart. While this spacious new building is currently 40,000 square feet, the credit union has long-term plans to expand the four-story building to nearly 80,000 square feet as the needs of our members grow. Today, we are proud to accommodate more than 500 companies and over 29,000 members with branches in three states. In addition, we have 5000 service centers and 35,000 free ATMs nationwide, online banking, and electronic bill pay for even greater convenience. “The vision that started our credit union over 70 years ago is the same one we focus on today: our members come first. We’re committed to giving them nothing less than excellent financial benefits and outstanding customer service,” concludes Bergl. 185041 185026 “Favorite Bakery”, “Favorite Breakfast Restaurant”, and “Favorite Family Restaurant” in the 2014 Best of Elkhart Contest! best of elkhart county 2014 14 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM What to eat, drink and 357 3 LV2 make as we celebrate all that makes life in our region delicious. Flavor574.com investment company Connect with us LV32284 /Flavor574 185103 Edward Jones www.edwardjones.com If you think Edward Jones is like every other large investment firm, think again. We are a leader in the financial-services industry, but we take a personal approach to business, an approach that starts with a face-to-face meeting between a financial advisor and you. We believe that building long-term relationships with our nearly 7 million clients is key to serving their needs. Whether it’s in the United States or Canada, we’re located in the communities where you live and work because that’s the best way to get to know you and to help you reach your financial goals. Call or visit any of our financial advisors in your area. Thank you for voting us BEST Investment Company! Edwardsburg, Michigan Jon M. Badur, CFP®, AAMS® 68925 M 62,Suite B 269-663-3130 Elkhart, Indiana Joseph B. Baier, AAMS® 56132 Parkway Ave.,Suite 1C 574-522-3242 Elkhart, Indiana Katherine G. Grusy, CFP® 21767 Omega Ct.,Suite B 574-875-1541 Bristol, Indiana Ross M. Hougland 203 E.Vistula,Suite A 574-848-9070 Elkhart, Indiana Cien O. Asoera, AAMS® 227 South Main St.,Suite 100 574-389-3524 Elkhart, Indiana Dan Craig, AAMS® 512 South Main St. 574-295-4616 Nappanee, Indiana Deb Ayres 1850 E.Market St. 574-773-0682 Elkhart,, Indiana Deb Hall 3020 Windsor Court,Suite B 574-206-8500 Elkhart, Indiana Scott Puckett, AAMS® 209 Concord Mall Drive 574-875-0828 Elkhart, Indiana Thomas K. Langhofer 1220 N.Nappanee St. 574-264-5053 Elkhart, Indiana John W. Beck 5218 Beck Drive,Suite 11 574-389-8616 Osceola, Indiana Blaine G. Kiefer, Jr., AAMS® 1415 Lincolnway West,Suite A 574-674-4301 Nappanee, Indiana David R. Kauffman 253 W.Market St. 574-773-5571 Elkhart, Indiana Brent W. Bontrager, AAMS® 58382 SR 19,Suite 122 574-522-5400 Elkhart, Indiana Delwyn Shrock 205 E.Jackson Blvd.#2 574-295-5604 Elkhart, Indiana Nate Stemm, AAMS® 1416 Cassopolis St.,Suite A 574-262-9205 Syracuse, Indiana Matt Schwartz, CFP®, AAMS® 104 E.Main St. 574-457-0225 To find an Edward Jones office near you, call 1-800-ED-JONES or visit www.edwardjones.com. 184786 Thank you for voting us Best Investment Company! ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 15 2014 Best of Elkhart winners Bakery BEST: Hacienda Mexican Restaurant Michael’s Italian Restaurant Rise ‘n Roll Bakery Favorites: Adam’s Cake Shoppe Das Dutchman Essenhaus Mini Delights Cupcake Shoppe Deli/Butcher BEST: Charlie’s Butcher Block Grocery Store BEST: Martin’s Super Markets Favorites: Meijer Aldi’s Kroger Breakfast Restaurant BEST: Mayberry Café Favorites: Cock-A-Doodle Café Stacks Pancake House Das Dutchman Essenhaus Coffee BEST: Starbucks Favorites: Daily Grind Electric Brew Dunkin Donuts Fast Food BEST: Culver’s Favorites: Subway Steak ‘n Shake Wendy’s BEST: Heinnies Back Barn Favorites: Das Dutchman Essenhaus Favorites: Signature Lanes Family Fun Center Oxbow County Park Nibco Water/Ice Park Golf Course BEST: Christiana Creek Country Club Ice Cream Parlor BEST: The Chief Favorites: Flavor Freeze Dairy Queen Culver’s Favorites: Black Squirrel Golf Club Elcona Country Club Old Orchard Golf Course Live Entertainment Venue BEST: The Lerner Pizza BEST: Iechyd Da Brewing Company Favorites: Volcano Pizza Columbo’s Family Restaurant Bruno’s Pizza Favorites: Ignition Music Garage Blue Gate Theatre Bristol Opera House Travel Agency BEST: Edgerton’s Travel Service Specialty Restaurant BEST: Iechyd Da Brewing Company Favorites: Menno Travel Service Travelmore Favorites: Lucchese’s Italian Restaurant Great Wall Restaurant Antonio’s Italian Ristorante Apparel/Clothing BEST: Stephenson’s Favorites: Bar/Pub BEST: Family Restaurant BEST: Linway Plaza Cinema Favorites: Martin’s Deli DC Meat Mattern’s Butcher Shop & Corner Deli Family Fun Iechyd Da Brewing Company Kohl’s B•Boutique Fine Consignment Target Favorites: Miles Lab Constant Spring Between the Buns Appliance Store BEST: Lowe’s 16 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM 2014 Best of Elkhart winners Favorites: Higley TV & Appliance Menards ABC Warehouse Home-brewing/Winemaking BEST: Quality Wine & Ale Supply LLC Favorites: Gateway Cellar Winery Beer/Liquor/Wine Store BEST: Chalet Party Shoppe Favorites: Rodino Liquor Bristol Party Store Bower’s Party Shoppe Jewelry Store MapleTronics Computers Favorites: Staples ABC Warehouse Radio Shack Florist BEST: Linton’s Enchanted Gardens Favorites: Matzke Florist West View Florist Martin’s Furniture/Mattress BEST: Larimer Furniture Favorites: Elkhart Bedding The Black Crow on Main Mattress Warehouse Hardware Store BEST: Ace Hardware Favorites: Menards Lowe’s Central Hardware & Plumbing Employment Agency BEST: Manpower Favorites: Sorg Jewelers Specialized Staffing Solutions Peoplelink Staffing Solutions Forge Industrial Staffing Hopman Jewelers Images Jewelers Kay Jewelers Home Remodelers/Decorators BEST: Favorites: Computer/Electronics BEST: O’s Computer Scott’s Computer World BEST: Bail Home Services & Construction Pet Supply Store BEST: Martin’s Pet & Garden Center Favorites: Pet Supply Plus Petco Paw Mart Resale/Consignment BEST: B•Boutique Fine Consignment Favorites: Goodwill Industries Bella’s Consignment Boutique The Black Crow on Main Favorites: Garber’s Interior Design Martin Brothers Contracting, Inc. Creative Solutions by Julie Howard Landscape & Gardening BEST: Linton’s Enchanted Gardens Favorites: Kruse Farm Supply & Garden Center Martin’s Pet & Garden Center Stone Ridge Landscaping Inc. Local Charity BEST: Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart County Favorites: Unique Gift Store BEST: Linton’s Enchanted Gardens Favorites: Church Community Services Pet Refuge Faith Mission The Black Crow on Main Hearts Desire Ten Thousand Villages Pet Care Computer/Electronics Service & Repair Dr. Weldy’s Associates Animal Aid Clinic South Noah’s Landing Pet Care Clinic BEST: MapleTronics Computers Favorites: MapleNet BEST: Animal Care Clinic North Favorites: ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 17 2014 Best of Elkhart winners Plumbing/Heating/Air Conditioning New Car Dealer Legacy Heating and Air Conditioning Favorites: BEST: BEST: Tom Naquin Favorites: Lochmandy Motors Harold Zeigler Ford-Lincoln Goshen Motors Church Plumbing and Heating Lefever Plumbing and Heating Goshen Plumbing and Heating Salon/Spa Used Car Dealer BEST: BEST: Concord Cars Favorites: Tom Naquin Lochmandy Motors Harold Zeigler Ford-Lincoln Salon J Shabby Chic Hair Boutique Beauty Shoppe Kimi’s Hair Designs Tanning Salon Favorites: Vehicle Service & Repair BEST: Monteith Tire Favorites: Angel Automotive Jim Stone Services Doug’s Alignment Tiki Tan Getaway Tanning & Hair Salon Coconut Tan & Spa Telecommunications/Cell Phone Provider BEST: Verizon Wireless Favorites: AT&T Sprint Frontier Communications Car Wash BEST: Drive & Shine Favorites: Northern Pride Rocket Car Wash John’s Auto Spa RE/MAX Excellence Agent Darryl Riegsecker RE/MAX Excellence Agent Barb Cambell Cressy & Everett Agent Tara Lochmandy Real Estate Company BEST: Realty Group Resources Favorites: RE/MAX Excellence Cressy & Everett Real Estate Century 21 Landmark Realty Group Senior Living Community BEST: BEST: Malibu Tanning Favorites: Favorites: Hubbard Hill Retirement Community Favorites: Greencroft Goshen Greenleaf Health Campus East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Bank/Credit Union BEST: Apartment Complex BEST: Arbor Lakes Apartments Favorites: Greenleaf Manor Apartments Waterford Crossing Maple Lane Apartments and Executive Suites Interra Credit Union Favorites: INOVA Federal Credit Union Teachers Credit Union Chase Insurance Company/Agent BEST: Home Builder BEST: Fireside Homes Favorites: Martin Brothers Contracting, Inc. Schrock Homes Town & Country Builders State Farm Insurance Agent Rachel Wain Favorites: State Farm Insurance Agent Kathy Nobles State Farm Insurance Agent Mike Wain State Farm Insurance Agent Rocky Enfield Investment Company BEST: Edward Jones Real Estate Agent BEST: RE/MAX Excellence Agent Darla Brock Favorites: JP Morgan Chase Compass Wealth Advisors Stifel The Elkhart Group 18 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM 2014 Best of Elkhart winners College/University Dental Services Hospital IU South Bend Elkhart Center Greenleaf Family Dentistry, Inc. Dental Care of Elkhart Elkhart General Hospital BEST: Favorites: Bethel College Goshen College Ivy Tech BEST: Favorites: Watkins Family Dentistry Comprehensive Dental Care, P.C. High School Family Physicians Office Concord High School Elkhart Clinic BEST: Favorites: Northridge High School Elkhart Memorial High School Elkhart Central High School Teacher/Professor BEST: Ryan Culp, Concord High School Favorites: Ken Cross, Goshen High School Mrs. Bontreger, Wakarusa Elementary School Vocational School Training BEST: BEST: Favorites: Elkhart Family Physicians Bristol St. Pediatric Associates Family Practice Associates The People’s Clinic Funeral Services BEST: Billings Personalized Funeral Home Favorites: Stemm Lawson Peterson Funeral Home Yoder-Culp Funeral Home Walley Mills Zimmerman Funeral Home Hearing Services Ivy Tech Community College Vogue Beauty College ITT Technical Institute Riverpointe Hearing Center Chiropractor BEST: BEST: Favorites: Beltone Hearing Care Center Elkhart Audiology Rehab Darr & Associates Dibley Chiropractic Center Hospice Provider Natural Health Family Chiropractic Amberwood Terrace Chiropractic Broderick Chiropractic Center Schneider Clinic Center for Hospice Care Favorites: Favorites: IU Health Goshen Hospital Physical Fitness Facility BEST: Elkhart Youth and Community Center (YMCA) Favorites: Planet Fitness Gym Eastlake Athletic Club Fitness USA Rehabilitation Facility BEST: OSMC Elkhart Area Career Center Favorites: BEST: BEST: Favorites: IU Health Goshen Hospice Miller’s Merry Manor AseraCare Hospice Heartland Favorites: Hubbard Hill Retirement Community Greencroft Goshen Greenleaf Health Campus Specialty Physicians Office BEST: OSMC Favorites: River Oaks OB/GYN Associates PC Fairhaven OB/GYN Michiana Hematology Oncology, PC Advanced Centers for Cancer Care Vision Services BEST: Boling Vision Center Favorites: Spectrum Eyewear Gallery Abbott Eye Clinic Wellington & Weddell Eye Care Weight Loss Center/Program BEST: Weight Watchers Favorites: Curves best of elkhart county 2014 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH Sunday, april 27, 2014 19 The Elkhart Truth will be celebrating its 125th anniversary all year long with stories and flashbacks from over a century spent covering Elkhart County. Visit elkharttruth.com/living/truth125 for stories, videos and interactive features bringing the past alive. Thank You For Voting! Thank You for Voting Us Favorite Appliance Store! An Elkhart Tradition for Over 55 Years 185514 185135 905 Linway Drive • Goshen In 46526 • (574) 533- 2020 Thank you Elkhart County for voting us your Favorite builder! Thank You for Choosing us Favorite of Elkhart County! Pizza & Family Restaurant P 528 Harrison Street 574-522-3664 Mon-Fri Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sat Dinner 5pm-10pm www.tcbldrs.com Thank you Elkhart County for voting RE/MAX Excellence Your Favorite Real Estate Company Come see us at the Parade of Homes June 21–29 “HigHest standards, greatest results” Town & Country Builders 185509 1815 East Bristol • Elkhart, IN 574-262-0770 541 Roske Dr., Ste. B Ekhart, IN 46516 | 574.293.5274 185505 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM home-brewing/ winemaking home builder Martin Brothers Contracting Inc. Quality Wine & Ale Supply LLC www.MartinBrosContracting.com 574-862-2142 108 S. Elkhart Ave. www.HomeBrewIt.com In the heart of the country and east of the tiny town of Wakarusa, Indiana, you’ll find Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc., builder of quality custom homes. Most often known for the large high-end homes we have built, our name has become synonymous with luxury architectural construction. Founded in 1965, our team’s passion and devotion to custom homebuilding is unsurpassed. Known throughout Michiana for outstanding quality and service, our award-winning custom built homes are built by our highly-trained carpenters using quality products and time-honored building practices. In addition to custom home building, Martin Brothers provides a full-line of remodeling services. We are a Certified Lead Renovator and a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist. We offer • Additions • Whole House Renovations • Basement Finishing • Kitchen and Bath Remodeling • Exterior Renovations and • General Remodeling With every unique home that we create or remodeling project we complete, we consider it a privilege to work closely with our homeowners. We understand that this process is sometimes a stressful venture so we have a top-notch project management team in place to provide our clients with a stress-free experience. From design to completion of the project, we are committed to providing our clients with a personalized, five-star experience. Licensed in the State of Michigan, we serve an area within a one hour radius of our rural Goshen address. If you are looking to build or remodel a home, we invite you visit our website at www. MartinBrosContracting.com or call us at 574-862-2142 to discuss the Martin Brothers difference. Quality Wine and Ale Supply offers wine making supplies and beer making supplies to home wine makers and home brewers. Established in 2000 as a small business startup, we have grown to become one of the largest providers of equipment, ingredients and supplies to the ever growing home wine and beer making consumer and the small winery industry in the Michiana area and around the world. Winner of the prestigious WineMaker Magazine Retailer of the Year Award for 9 years in a row, we strive to be the best in everything we do. We have expanded our product offerings to include not only wine and beer supplies but also; cheese, soda and liquor making products. We are a proud sponsor of the Indiana State Fair Brewers Cup along with other prestigious competitions and educational conferences. We are a member of the Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, a professional member of the American Wine Society, the American Homebrewers Association (AHA) and a member in good standing with the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. Our retail store is located at 108 S. Elkhart Ave. and on the web at www.HomeBrewIt. com. Stop in and see was for quality products and expert advice. Retail 108 S. Elkhart Ave. Elkhart, IN 46516 Office 530 E. Lexington Ave. #115 Elkhart, IN 46516 (574) 295-9975 Thanks For Voting Us Retail Store Hours: Wednesday - Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM • Saturday: day: 10 AM - 4 PM P: 574-295-9975 • F: 574-295-9932 • E: [email protected] Supplies and Equipment to Make Your Own Wine ~ Beer ~ Cheese ~ Liquor ~ Soda 185108 www.HomeBrewIt.com 185326 20 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH Sunday, april 27, 2014 21 dental services Greenleaf Family Dentistry, Inc. Thank You for Choosing Us Best Breakfast Restaurant! Specializing in Breakfast & Lunch Homemade Soups Daily Specials Catering for all Occassions! Monday - Saturday 6am to 2pm • Sunday 7am to 2pm 736 Middleton Run Rd. • 293.4604 From the moment you enter our reception area, you’ll feel the difference that Greenleaf Family Dentistry is making to ensure your complete comfort and satisfaction. Our promise to serve you goes well beyond the complimentary refreshments that initially await you. Because, as our patient, you are our #1 priority, we go out of our way to accommodate your individual needs. Through genuine caring, effective communication, education and total accessibility, we are building strong patient relationships on a solid foundation of trust and compassion. After graduating from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1992, Dr. Flora returned to his roots in Elkhart with one goal in mind: He would create a dental practice that would make a difference in this community. He soon realized that one of the biggest elements missing in health care was the personal touch, so he vowed to build his practice on the four Cs - comfort, care, concern and compassion. At Greenleaf Family Dentistry, we have a mission to provide the highest quality and technology of care to our patients. We know that you share that appreciation for quality. That’s why we want you to know the services and level of expertise that we can provide for you and your family., • Dr. flora has been providing excellent dental care since 1992 • Greenleaf family Dentistry was named National Dental Practice of the Year 1999-2000 • Dr. Flora has been ACLS certified since 2004 • Dr. Flora is a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists • Dr. Flora completed the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Study, focusing on occlusion and TMJ. We are able to provide dental services that are often available only in larger cities: • IV and oral sedation • TMJ treatment • Permanent crowns in a single visit (E4D system) • Invisible braces • Metal-free dentistry • Implants (Place & Restore) New patients are always welcomed Dr. Flora and staff would like to thank our patients and members of the community that voted us the Best Dental Office in Elkhart. We are honored by the trust you have placed in us over the last 21 years. After being selected National Dental Practice of the year in 1999-2000, we made it our first priority to provide the highest level of dental care. We are proud to be a locally owned business that focuses on the Dental Health of our community. 1520 Osolo Road., Elkhart, IN • 574-262-9619 185528 Greenleaf Family Dentistry, Inc. 574-262-9619 www.greenleaffamilydentistry.com. best of elkhart county 2014 22 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM car wash Drive & Shine 357 3 LV2 2714 Cassopolis St, Elkhart, IN • 400 N Nappanee St, Elkhart, IN • 535 County Road 6 E, Elkhart, IN Hours: Mon. - Sat. 7:30 am - 8 pm, Sun 8:30 am - 7 pm How to Choose the Right Carwash: Not all carwashes are created equal, says Tehrani, President of Drive & Shine chain of locally owned carwashes. “Most carwashes are less than 80 feet long and have $100,000 worth of wash equipment. Our carwashes are 200 feet long and include up to $1 million dollars in wash equipment alone,” he says. “What that means for the customer is a non-compromising carwash that cleans every corner of the vehicle to perfection and bone-dries the car.” Smaller carwash tunnels rely on aggressive cloth material to create extra friction for cleaning, which will leave small swirl-type scratches on the car’s painted surface. “These washes also use strong acids as soap to compensate for lack of necessary wash equipment needed to get the car washed safely,” Tehrani says. “These acids are so strong that they gradually remove the clear coat off the paint, making your car dull forever.” The acids also etch the windshield, decay rubber components of the vehicle and are dangerous to breathe. Hydrofluoric acid (HF) is most commonly used in small carwash tunnels. The Material Safety Data Sheet lists HF as poisonous and corrosive. The sad thing is that this acid makes its way back to our natural resources. Instead choose a carwash that has long tunnels with lots of equipment and that uses no cloth on any of the rotational cleaning unit. “At Drive & Shine, we use as much as four times the amount of carwash equipment compared to the shorter carwash tunnels, making it unnecessary to rely on strong acids such as HF or aggressive cloth to clean cars,” Tehrani says. “We got into the carwash business because we love cars and we wanted a safe place to clean our own cars,” he says. “To make the wash much safer, Drive & Shine uses a foam-like material instead of cloth. It is so soft that it cannot ever scratch a car.” Protect your vehicle by detailing the inside of your car at least once a year and waxing the outside every three months. Wax acts as a barrier to the harsh elements your car comes in contact with. bar/pub Iechyd Da Brewing Company 317 N. Main Street • Elkhart, IN 46516 574 293 0506 http://www.iechyddabrewingcompany.com/ Mon. – closed • Tues-Thurs. 3pm – 10pm Fri. & Sat. 11am – 11pm • Sun 12pm – 8 pm Iechyd Da Brewing Company is a 75 seat brewpub in the heart of Elkhart going into it’s third year of business. With a nice variety of hand-crafted beer and fresh, house made pizza & sandwiches, this is a great gathering place for friends and neighbors! Look for our outdoor Pub Garden to open this summer! Pub-style service. 21+ only. ! S R E E CH A TOAST TO YOU... R THANK YOU for choosing the pub as a “Best of Elkhart” in THREE different categories! Bar/Pub, Specialty Restaurant & Pizza THANK YOU! Words can hardly express how proud we are of our staff and how extremely grateful we are that you choose to eat & drink locally. For Voting Us BEST Car Wash in Elkhart County! -Chip and Summer We Appreciate You All! Unlimited Car Washes www.GreatLocalBeer.com 185332 317 N. Main St. Elkhart Wash Your Car Everyday! NO CONTRACT - CANCEL ANYTIME. 185501 Starting at $25/Month P.S. Keep an eye out for our Outdoor Pub Garden to open this summer! ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 23 Voted Favorite Live Entertainment Venue 2014! apartment complex Ove MAPLE LANE APARTMENTS AND EXECUTIVE SUITES “The defining difference between a place to stay and a place to live.” E H W S A P I N H A S t r i s a t s 0 and 2 hit music ,8 r 280 shows a ls! The Musical 2001 Sugar Maple Lane. Elkhart, Indiana www.maplelaneapts.com • 574-262-4466 Maple Lane Apartments is nestled on thirty three beautifully landscaped acres. Our community offers a variety of floor plans with two bedrooms and one or two bathrooms. Maple Lane is pet friendly and has been locally owned and managed for 25 years. Each building has four apartments with a locked intercom entrance, private patio and or balcony, blinds throughout, private attached/ unattached garages and so much more. Our amenities include full size washer and dryers in all apartments, swimming pool, fitness center, fully furnished club house, community activities, fitness center, senior, military, fire & police discounts and 24 hour maintenance. Our Executive Suites are available to rent on a month to month basis. One month minimum stay required. Our suites are convenient, worry free solution to meet your short term or long term needs at much less than the cost of a hotel. Each Suite comes fully furnished with everything a traveler may need. Come see for why so many call this home! APRIL 29 - JULY 5 SIX LOOSE THREADS AND AN AMISH WIDOW josiah JOSIAH SI FOR P RESSID president IDENT NEW 4 MAPLE LANE APARTMENTS & EXECUTIVE SUITES for 201 July 14 - December 15 upcoming Signature Concerts B LU E G AT E T H E AT E R 2014Concerts C H O O S E Y O U R S E AT S O N L I N E ! May 16 ThANk YoU foR VoTINg MAPLE LANE APARTMENTS & EXECUTIVE SUITES AS fAVoRITE APARTMENT CoMPLEX IN ELkhART CoUNTY 185510 574-262-4466 and 2001 Sugar Maple Lane - Elkhart, IN 46514 www.maplelaneapts.com find Us on facebook | | | | | MAY 23 MAY 30 JUNE 5-6 JUNE 11 JUNE 12 JUNE 13 JUNE 14 JUNE 19-20 JUNE 27 JULY 5 JULY 17-18 JULY 24 JULY 25 | | | | | | | | | | | | | Half Stitched The Musical Perrys BJ Thomas Lee Greenwood & Crystal Gayle Bill Anderson, Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius & Barbara Fairchild Soli Deo Gloria Soul’d Out Quartet Sandi Patty Jeanne Robertson Jubilee! Oak Ridge Boys Gaither Vocal Band McKameys & Inspirations The Gospel Caravan Jeff & Sheri Easter Bellamy Brothers Bledsoes Dove Brothers · 175 Van Buren St, Shipshewana, IN 46565 · facebook.com/ElkhartMapleLane OPPORTUNITY Blue Gate Theater · 888-447-4725 · www.BlueGateTheater.com 185017 Elkhart’s Finest Apartment Community APR 29-JUL 5 MAY 9 MAY 15 MAY 16 MAY 17 best of elkhart county 2014 24 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM plumbing/heating/ air conditioning home remodelers/ decorators Creative Solutions by Julie Howard Legacy Heating and Air, Inc. “Decor and More for Home, Office, etc.” 575.262.8498 Creative Solutions by Julie Howard has been servicing the Elkhart and surrounding areas for 22 years. When Julie quit her office job in real estate, her hobby turned into a career. The business benefited from knowing how critical budget and deadlines are. The “creative” in the business name is a bonus; our strength lies in the physical labor and services provided in the “solutions” aspect. We have established a flawless reputation. In addition, our flexibility and dependability are priceless to our customers. We offer free estimates for our services, specializing in residential painting. We have built fair estimates based on job requirements and timeliness. We leave our clients smiling and in turn word of mouth has been the catalyst of our success. We solve problems and clean up the mess when we are done. The business has evolved from painting, wallpaper and removal to adding a flooring line of carpet, including residential, commercial, and indoor/outdoor and turf. We are presently working on making custom bound rugs as well. They can be seen and purchased at Hart City Resale Mall located at 2301 S. Nappanee St. in Elkhart. We order direct from the manufacturer in Dalton, GA and are able to pass on the reduced prices to our customers. New selections are added often. We have small pieces of carpet starting at $5 to room size pieces all 12 feet wide; ranging from 9-24 feet long. Store hours are Mon-Sat 10-7 and Sun 10-4. High quality, not seconds. Thank you, Elkhart for once again voting Creative Solutions by Julie Howard your FAVORITE!!! An Elkhart Family’s Legacy 574-293-8444 www.legacyheatingandairinc.com Since 1945 the Cook Family has been in the heating and air conditioning business in Elkhart and the surrounding area. Their family business is now Legacy Heating and Air, Inc. which is located at 23821 Old US 20 East in Elkhart. Owner Tony Cook is the 4th generation of the Cook family whose name is synonyms with great customer service. The Cook family would like to thank all that voted for Legacy Heating and Air as the “Best of Elkhart” for the second year in a row. Our family believes that it is our past that molds our beliefs and values and makes us who we are today. We recognize that many companies can repair heating and air conditioning equipment, but it’s the customer service that makes your experience a positive or negative one. At Legacy Heating and Air, you can expect more because we have a proven Legacy of great service. To most of us, our home represents our most precious asset, so finding the right contractor can be a daunting task. Thousands of local homeowners and businesses since 1945 have placed their trust in the Cook Family and Legacy Heating and Air to maintain, repair and replace their heating and A/C systems. Our talented comfort craftsmen work neatly and respectfully. We will sit down with you and go over every aspect of your job before we begin. We make sure that when we are done with your project, you will be glad to refer other neighbors to us as well. Some of the energy saving products and services we offer include: Hi-Efficiency Gas Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Heat Pumps • Geothermal Systems Ductless Mini-Split Systems • Air Filtration • Humidifiers Programmable Wi-Fi Thermostats • Maintenance Plans • Air Duct Sealing Air Duct Cleaning • Whole House Generators Annual maintenance is critical and Legacy offers Michiana’s favorite preventive maintenance plan. Please ask around - we’re proud to display our work and proud of our reputation. Legacy is A+ accredited BBB certified and members of the Elkhart Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. David R. Britzke, O.D. Legacy Heating and Air is involved in the community and a contributor to ADEC, Toys for Tots, Habitat for Humanity, the Marine Corps League of Elkhart County and more. We truly appreciate your support. We look forward to providing you quality family eyecare in the future! Thank you,Dr.David Britzke & The Spectrum Eyewear Gallery Staff Thank you Schedule your appointment today! DECOR & MORE FOR THE HOME, OFFICE & BEYOND Wallpaper & Removal | Painting | Floor Covering by Julie Howard 75 Spring A/C Tune Up $ Thank you for voting for us favorite in Elkhart County in the category of Home Remodeling!! Creative Solutions Legacy Heating and Air, Inc. is a leading contractor in the Michiana area. You can reach them at 574-293-8444 or you can find them online at www.legacyheatingandairinc.com 574.262.8498 [email protected] Creative Solutions by Julie Howard 185527 Or TOLL FREE 574.293.8444 855.273.8444 or book appointments online at legacyheatingandairinc.com Thank you for voting us BEST Heating and Air Conditioning Company! 23821 US 20 EAST ELKHART, INDIANA 46516 ONLY 185022 185539 56028 Parkway Avenue • Elkhart, IN 46516 Ph. 574.970.7444 • www.drbritzke.com best of elkhart county 2014 bank/credit union Surrounded by our favorite things. Interra Credit Union Thanks Elkhart County for voting Greencroft Goshen your favorite, too. -favorite Senior Living Community 185512 We moved to Greencroft Goshen to embark on new adventures. It was the best move we ever made. Whatever your favorite things are—begin the best of your life by calling 537-4010. 1820 Greencroft Blvd. • Goshen • IN • 46526 • www.greencroft.org Sunday, april 27, 2014 25 Interra Credit Union is truly Elkhart County’s financial institution. Headquartered in Goshen, nine of the eleven offices are located in the county – three in Goshen and also in Elkhart, Middlebury, Millersburg Nappanee, New Paris and Wakarusa. The credit union is growing and expanding! Interra opened the first office in LaGrange County when the Topeka office last year and the Shipshewana office is currently under construction and will open this summer. Almost 200 employees serve more than 54,000 Interra members, working every day to fulfill the mission, To be Our Members’ Most Trusted and Valued Financial Resource. Rooted in the communities it serves for the last 82 years, Interra remains a strong and stable local financial institution. When the books closed at year-end 2013, Interra’s net worth ratio of more than 12%, continues to exceed peer comparisons. Growth is reflected in the credit union’s assets, currently at almost $692 million. The deposits members place in the credit union are reinvested in the form of loans to support families, businesses and local communities – residential, commercial and agricultural real estate; vehicles, small business and agricultural operations and more. With products like free My Rewards Checking and other no-cost checking options, debit rewards program, savings and investments products, members trust Interra Credit Union to look out for their best interests. Meeting changing needs, the credit union offers a full menu of electronic services, such as online banking, bill pay, mobile banking with a mobile app, for example. Another growing component of service is Interra Investments, located at Interra Credit Union. The credit union is known for providing financial education opportunities. A variety of seminars are offered, ranging from college savings to home buying, retirement planning to estate planning and more. The Redskin Branch, located at Goshen High School, provides experience to a high school students, financial education and credit union services to students and staff throughout the school year. “The best is yet to come,” notes Interra CEO Amy Sink. “We will leverage technology to build the member experience for all segments of members, both electronically and in person.” Interra is committed to the communities in which it does business, with a history of helping those in need and contributing to initiatives that enhance the quality of life. “This credit union has so much to offer,” Sink pointed out. “We want to ensure more people have the opportunity to experience the Interra difference.” 185106 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 26 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM insurance company/ agent 357 3 LV2 State Farm Agent Rocky Enfield I would like to thank all the readers, customers and friends that took the time to vote Rocky Enfield – State Farm Agent as one of the favorites of Elkhart County once again. At my agency we strive hard to give personal service to every customer and prospective customer. I believe it is that personal service that sets us apart from many of the other choices out there. Having face to face accountability is part of the value you receive when you choose Rocky Enfield – State Farm Agent to take care of your insurance and financial service needs. The relationship between the agent and the ice cream parlor customer is very important to me which is why my clients know that whenever they need to speak with me personally I am available for them. As a full line State Farm agency we can help you with your insurance needs. Whether it is auto, home, renters, commercial, life, health, boat, motorcycle, jewelry and fine arts, disability or Medicare supplements, State Farm has a product that can fill your needs. We also offer products that can assist you in planning for your retirement. As a locally owned business Rocky Enfield – State Farm Agent supports worthy charities The Chief 502 Lincoln Avenue, Goshen, IN 46526 574-534-6410 Find us on Facebook: The Chief Ice Cream Mon. -Thurs. 12-9 pm, Fri. - Sat. 12-9:30 pm Sun. 2-9 pm For over fifty years the Chief has been a tradition in the Goshen community. We employ local teenagers who are friendly, hard-working and who will provide the quality service we want for our valuable customers. When I became a State Farm agent I had the opportunity to choose anywhere in the United States to locate my agency. As someone who was born and raised in Elkhart there was no place I would rather be. I love Elkhart and have chosen to raise my family here and do business in our hometown. It’s more than the delicious, homemade ice cream made daily. It’s become a meeting place for family and friends-and a wonderful treat! Visit us at The Chief Ice Cream! We are Open for the Season! and local events throughout the community every year such as the Midwest Museum of American Art Youth Art Month, the Elkhart Jazz Festival, several PTOs, sport teams, Boy Scouts, local marching bands and dozens of others. When you choose this agency you are in turn supporting local business and thereby supporting your community. “THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST IN ELKHART COUNTY!” The Chief is still serving that homemade,delicious ice cream you love! SUMMER HOURS thank you for choosing us! Monday-Saturday 12-9:30pm Sunday 2-9:30pm SOUTH BEND 533-6410 • Linway Plaza, Goshen 185119 233-8266 2301 Mishawaka Ave Concord Commons Suite B HEARING SERVICES COMPANY 561 E. Jackson Suite E EDWARDSBURG 269-663-2052 69001 M625 Suite C Enfield Insurance Agcy Inc Now that's teamwork. Rocky Enfield, Agent CALL FOR A QUOTE 24/7 26076 County Road 6 Elkhart, IN 46514 Bus: 574-264-5755 574-262-3277 | [email protected] 185496 Better Hearing. Better Living. 2801 E. Bristol St., Suite B | Elkhart, IN 46514 www.elkhartaudiology.com ELKHART 293-2800 When I say “good,” you say “neighbor.” Thank you for voting me FAVORITE SHARON HIRSTEIN Board Certified Audiologist • MSU Graduate ELKHART 875-5800 185020 P097314.1 State Farm Home Office, Bloomington, IL ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 real estate company Sunday, april 27, 2014 27 Thank you Elkhart for voting Realty Group Resources 215 Prairie Street, Elkhart, IN 46516 574-264-2000 www.RealtyGroupResources.com When thinking of a real estate agent, you should feel as though they always have your best interest at heart. You should feel as though they are negotiating for your benefit, while listening to your needs. The team at Realty Group Resources encompasses a wealth of real estate experience with a solid educational foundation to back it up. Believing that listening carefully, communicating effectively and providing unparalleled services have been at the core of their success. Whether looking to buy or sell, they have been ensuring a rewarding experience and successful results since 2001. An independent agency with thirteen agents, they pride themselves on taking care of everything you need, from start to finish. BEST REal ESTaTE agENcy “Servicing Your Best Interests Since 2001” 215 Prairie Street • Elkhart, IN 574.264.2000 www.realtygroupresources.com 185109 They should be determined, motivated, and committed to handling your transaction with expertise, professionalism, integrity and honesty. The agents at Realty Group Resources are committed to establishing a long-term relationship based on trust and staying abreast of changes within the industry that will affect the success of a transaction. You can trust them to handle all the details of the transaction and to guide you through the process to help eliminate any surprises. Our care outshines the competition! service. Westlake offers assisted living, shortterm rehab, long-term care, skilled nursing, memory care, transitional care, respite care and adult day services. Our programs and services are designed with one thing in mind: exceeding the expectations of our guests and their families. Contact us today for more information. Thank you for voting us Favorite Rehab Facility and Favorite Senior Living Community in the 2014 Favorite of Elkhart County! 574-206-0086 1201 East Beardsley Avenue Elkhart IN, 46514 greenleafhs.com 184812 Greenleaf Health Campus believes in living life with no boundaries or limitations! Experience life to its fullest at our campus filled with friendly smiles and a dedicated staff. We provide our residents with activities, a fun-filled environment, comforts of home, community involvement and personalized 28 sunday, april 27, 2014 best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM Used car dealer Concord Cars 23119 US Hwy 33 Elkhart, IN 46517 2010 Mishawaka Street Elkhart, IN 46514 2228 Lincolnway East Goshen, IN 46526 888-875-7335 When it comes to customer satisfaction, Concord Cars is one of the best. That is why we were voted Indiana Quality Dealer of The Year for 2013 and Best Used Car Dealer in Elkhart County for 2014. Elkhart’s Best Here are just a few reasons why our customers keep coming back year after year. We believe there are three main building blocks which contributed to our success; quality products, quality people and most importantly a hassle free buying experience. Since 1986 we have continued to conduct business this way. Our inventory is handpicked and our prices are clearly marked. We believe it is also important to you as our customer, to deal with the same person from the beginning of your shopping experience, to the end, when you’re driving away in your next vehicle. 185513 We know searching for the right car, truck, van, SUV or crossover can be a bit overwhelming. We want to make your vehicle purchasing experience as easy as possible. Stop in today at one of our Three Elkhart county Locations and see why Concord Cars was voted Best Used Car Dealer in Elkhart County for 2014. hank you Elkhart County for voting us… Favorite Florist! Proud to be a Teleflora provider, we are happy to serve all of your floral needs, from everyday bouquets and seasonal décor to non-traditional customized arrangements. We also carry an extensive gift line, pottery, willow Tree Angels, plush animals, Vera Bradley in all designs and sizes, South Bend Chocolates and much more! Come and See what’s new at West View! 185498 1717 Cassopolis St. | Elkhart, IN 46514 | 574.264.3112 | www.westviewflorist.com Open Monday thru Friday 8-5 • Saturday 9-2 • Closed Sunday ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 29 senior living community 357 3 LV2 Hubbard Hill Retirement Community 28070 CR 24 W Elkhart, Indiana 46517 574-295-6260 www.hubbardhill.org • Facebook page: Hubbard Hill Retirement Community chiropractor Dibley Chiropractic Center 1709 E Bristol St, Elkhart, IN 46514 (574) 206-0720 Dibley Chiropractic Center would like to thank the Elkhart community for again voting us “The Best of Elkhart County”. We appreciate your confidence in us to take care of your health care needs. We have been serving the Elkhart community since 1983. Dr. Mike Dibley, Dr. Andrew Dibley and Dr. Tim Baranowski are honored with this designation. Chiropractic isn’t just for the treatment of back and neck pain. It is focused on the nervous system functioning at 100 % of it’s potential. Since the nervous system controls and coordinates every function in the body, Chiropractic is a holistic approach to health care. Treating the whole person not just symptoms. We would also like to thank our wonderful staff for the caring for our patients as if they were family. Because to us, they are. Adding Life to Living Located on 60 acres just minutes from the US 20 Bypass on State Road 19 North, Hubbard Hill offers a lifestyle that is hard to match anywhere. This locally owned, non- profit community has been serving the greater Michiana residents and their families since 1977. Nestled amongst mature trees, the Village offers maintenance-free duplex homes in a neighborhood setting. The main campus features licensed spacious apartment residences with supportive nursing and therapy services available. The beautiful private short-term rehabilitation suites for those requiring physical, occupational or speech therapy services while recovering from a hospital stay are equipped with the comforts of a fine hotel. A healthcare center with long-term nursing care features private and semi-private suites. Our Wellness programs, stocked ponds, Angel Garden Senior Park and beautiful grounds offer residents the opportunity to learn and stay active at any age. Massage therapy, exercise classes, continuous learning opportunities, day trips and outings are just some of the ways we “Add Life to Living”. Hubbard Hill was recently voted Best Nursing Home for the second year in a row by U.S. News and World Report. This award is given to facilities that earn an overall score of five stars from the centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Selected as one of only 400 communities nationwide, Hubbard Hill received the Women’s Choice Award for Extended Care, and was one of eleven communities in Indiana to receive the Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award. These awards are based on data from State Surveys, Occupancy, and Consumer advocacy. Being recognized as a community of choice takes the commitment of leadership and staff and ongoing devotion to providing every resident with optimal care, while setting new standards of healthcare excellence for residents, their families and the community. Thank you Elkhart Truth Readers for your support and for voting for Hubbard Hill as Best Senior Living Community and Favorite Rehabilitation Center. All For You Come Experience Hubbard Hospitality 574.295.6260 Hubbard Hill offers a Full Continuum of Care Including 185389 • Dynamic Rehabilitation Center • Healthcare Center • Licensed Residential Apartments with Supportive Services • Maintenance-Free Duplex Homes in a Neighborhood Setting BEST – Faith Based – Locally Owned – Non Profit – NURSING HOMES 28070 CR 24 W • Elkhart, IN 46517 2014 866.295.6260 F: 574.295.5852 www.hubbardhill.org OPPORTUNITY best of elkhart county 2014 30 sunday, april 27, 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM dental services vision services Boling Vision Center Dental Care of Elkhart 505 Vistula, Elkhart www.dentalcareofelkhart.com 574-293-2003 Thank you, Elkhart County, for voting Boling Vision Center the Best in Vision Services. We sincerely appreciate the honor and strive every day to provide our patients with the best care possible. Boling Vision Center is at the forefront of eye surgery in Elkhart County. In addition to the latest in LASIK and high-technology cataract procedures, the practice also provides corrective procedures for distance vision and reading vision while offering a variety of other corrective surgical capabilities as well. “Uniting medical, surgical and consultative services with a spirit of integrity, compassion and excellence is the essence of the way we do business here,” says Hayley Boling, CEO. “Our goal is to provide state-of-the-art technology in a warm, family environment. We have the team and the talent to do that for the families of Michiana and it is our passion and our pleasure to do so. It truly is a remarkable honor to have the opportunity to provide services that preserve and enhance the gift of sight for our community.” Boling Vision Center has convenient office locations in Elkhart and Goshen and provides a full spectrum of eye care services, including routine eye examinations, ocular disease management, glasses, contact lenses, optical accessories, Botox and more. To learn more about corrective eye surgery or other Boling services, visit www. bolingvisioncenter.com or call toll free at 800-283-8393. Free no obligation LASIK consultations are available and flexible financing options are offered to accommodate nearly any budget for virtually all Boling Vision Center products and services. Boling Vision Center has recently expanded the list of insurance plans accepted so be sure to learn what Boling can now do for you. Our office philosophy is simple and confident—we want to do the best job we can of helping you maintain your dental health. With that, we pledge to: Provide excellent clinical dentistry with empathy, compassion, and enthusiasm. Create a state-of-the-art dental practice by employing the finest materials, equipment, laboratories, and highly trained staff . Maintain a friendly, comfortable environment while providing the highest standards of infection control. Encourage prevention by stressing patient education and advanced disease-prevention procedures. Fully inform our patients of their oral health needs and provide an expedient and financially acceptable way to meet their goals. Achieve and maintain a state of optimum oral health for all our patients. Encourage staff members to achieve excellence in their profession by continued education, innovation, and compensation Dr. Bryan is anxious to work with physicians and other health care providers to find the best solutions to each individuals case. His utilization of new technology such as digital imaging, computerized bite analysis, “at home” sleep studies, Velscope for oral cancer screening and CEREC, for single visit restorations provides the patient with successful results in the management of pain and sleep disorders. Thank YOU, Elkhart! 184916 We are proud to assist the families and businesses in this community with their investment and financial planning needs. From left to Right: Faiz Khoja, Financial Advisor Associate | Brandon Arnold, Financial Advisor Associate Elizabeth Naquin Borger, MBA, Senior Vice President/Investments Rosanne Markham, Registered Client Service Associate | Eli Glazer, Vice President/Investments Victor Russo, MBA, Vice President/Investments | William Marohn, Senior Vice President/Investments Brian Borger, CIMA®, Vice President/Invesmtents | Leslie Navarre, Operations Manager 200 NIBCO Parkway, Suite 300 | Elkhart, Indiana 46516 | (574) 293-2202 Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC & NYSE | www.stifel.com 185508 best of elkhart county 2014 Sunday, april 27, 2014 31 185494 ETRUTH.COM • THE ELKHART TRUTH best of elkhart county 2014 THE ELKHART TRUTH • ETRUTH.COM 185122 32 sunday, april 27, 2014