Readers' Choice 2019 - Texarkana Gazette

Posted: 30 Oct 2019 03:21 PM PDT

The time has come again to crown the best-of-the-best in the greater Texarkana area.

Our annual Readers' Choice section is something we look forward to each year. The pride that comes with the opportunity to showcase the most outstanding representatives from over 150 categories in our community cannot be overstated. It's truly an honor.

More so, we love the opportunity it gives us to interact with our readers. We did not pick the winners, our readers did. Over 500 ballots were submitted which were used to determine the nominees in each category. From there, more than 65,000 votes were cast online in a four-day voting period, resulting in the victors. It was an overwhelming degree of participation that should not only hearten the winners, but the nominees as well.

This section truly showcases the epitome of success in the greater Texarkana area and we are excited to showcase our talented metropolis.

We hope you enjoy this year's Readers' Choice and continue to patronize not only the winners, but all businesses in and around Texarkana. Congratulations to all our winners and good luck next year.

SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT

Antique Store

Winner: Owls Nest Flea Market and Antiques

Shoppers would be wise to check out the Owls Nest Market and Antiques. They offer a vast, eclectic collection of vintage and primitive items as well as antiques. The knowledgeable, friendly staff and vendors at Owls Nest love finding just the right mix of merchandise to delight all die-hard collectors and casual shoppers. Finding the right accents for your home is as simple as visiting Owls Nest.

Runner Up: The Castle

Bowling

Winner: Holiday Entertainment Center

Holiday Entertainment Center on State Line Avenue has been a longtime outlet for bowling and family fun. Recently, they upgraded their facilities and now offer a two-level laser tag arena that challenges teams to a high tech, space age shootout that offers a workout as well as fast-paced fun. And as usual, they have their lanes to challenge and entertain bowlers of all skill levels.

Runner Up: College Bowl

Bridal and Formal Wear

Winner: Gracyn Elizabeth Bride

For your special occasions, Gracyn Elizabeth Bride has a large selection of designer bridal and formal gowns, as well as tuxedos, at competitive prices. Your special event is also special to Gracyn Elizabeth Bride where they are ready to share your story and style you for the occasion. Their selections also include bridesmaid dresses, pageant wear and attire for debutantes, proms and homecomings.

Runner Up: Squires FormalWear

Children's Clothing Store

Winner: The Children's Place

The Children's Place is an upbeat retail chain carrying a range of trendy clothing, accessories and footwear for babies and kids. Whether shopping for baby clothes, toddler clothes or styles for children from sizes 0 to 16, you'll find the latest fashion for all the kids at The Children's Place.

Runner Up: Justice

Dance Studio

Winner: Judith McCarty School of Dancing

Judith McCarty School of Dancing has provided dedicated dance instruction to the area since 1947 as the first dance school in this area. "Miss Judy" wrote an essential textbook on tap dancing and taught many dancers and future teachers over the decades. Past JMSD dancers have gone on to perform with the Kilgore Rangerettes and in the case of Molly Quinn, on TV in the show "Castle."

Runner Up: Red Door Dance Academy

Event Center

Winner: Silvermoon on Broad

Silvermoon on Broad strives to be the place for your party as a historic space, beautifully renovated to serve as a meeting venue for downtown Texarkana. Silvermoon includes the intimate Silvermoon Theatre, large Great Hall, cozy 1885 Parlor, the Singer Courtyard outdoors and lobbies with wood floors, plus a full commercial kitchen. The versatile venue has hosted special events of all sorts, from weddings to theater shows.

Runner Up: Garrison Gardens

Family Entertainment

Winner: Cinemark Texarkana 14

Plano, Texas-based Cinemark brings both first-run feature films and special event screenings to Texarkana's only movie theater, Cinemark Texarkana 14. The cinema has stadium seating, wheelchair access, a birthday party room and an arcade, plus concessions where moviegoers can enjoy popcorn, candy, beverages and more treats.

Runner Up: Holiday Springs Water Park

Florist

Winner: Ruth's Flowers

Proudly serving the area with an exceptional variety of fresh flowers, live plants and unique gift ideas for all ages and occasions, Ruth's Flowers is a Texarkana mainstay. Ruth's options include wedding and funeral arrangements and flowers for any special event. Let their floral designer create an arrangement for you using this season's best flowers.

Runner Up: H & N Floral, Gifts & Garden

Golf Course

Winner: Texarkana Country Club

Texarkana Country Club began in 1914. Maintained in "tournament condition" throughout the years, TCC has hosted numerous state amateur events. Other events include the prestigious Mid-South Cup Matches, the National Youth Classic and six Ben Hogan/Nike Tour events for the PGA tour.

Runner Up: Northridge Country Club

Grocery Store

Winner: Albertsons

Albertsons offers standard and specialty grocery choices and a full-service meat counter, deli, bakery, floral shop and pharmacy. Albertsons Companies is made up of more than 2,200 stores, approximately 270,000 employees and millions of customers who all want the same thing — good food, thriving communities and a healthy planet.

Runner Up: Super 1 Foods

Gymnastics

Winner: Joni's Gymnastics Dance and Cheer Centre

Joni's Gymnastics Dance and Cheer Centre offers gymnastics and several types of dance classes, including solo, lyrical, jazz, tap and ballet. Cheer and tumbling classes are offered as well. The venue also hosts birthday parties. They also have a competition cheer team, the Cheer Elite All-Stars.

Runner Up: Northeast Texas Elite Gymnastics Dance & Cheer

Health Store

Winner: Rowe Casa Organics

Rowe Casa Organics offers a variety of healthy homemade and natural products to help your entire family thrive. Rowe Casa Organics is the place to go if you're looking for natural remedies, natural sleep aids, natural hair and body products and so much more.

Runner Up: Granary Street Health Food Store

Hotel

Winner: Hilton Garden Inn Texarkana

Hilton Garden Inn Texarkana is attached to the Texarkana Convention Center. Breakfast and dinner are available at The Garden Grille, along with room service. The Pavilion Lounge offers beer, wine and cocktails. The hotel also offers a 24-hour business center, along with snacks, beverages and microwaveable meals from Pavilion Pantry.

Runner Up: Comfort Suites

Kid's Party Place

Winner: i Jump

iJump offers a ninja course, freestyle trampolines, trampoline basketball, iDunk lanes, twin super-size trampolines and other fun attractions including air bags and dodgeball courts. iJump offers a first-class indoor and safe facility for all ages. Take them to iJump for good clean fun and exercise.

Runner Up: G-Force Trampoline and Ninja Complex

Local band

Winner: Jawbone

Texarkana's premier dance band, Jawbone, brings a fun sound to their live shows, whether it is rock, pop, funk, hip-hop, disco or country music for the special occasion. Jawbone pools the multi-instrumental talents and recently added local horn players, too. They've made an annual tradition of playing a concert at the Perot Theatre.

Runner Up: Relentless

Martial Arts School

Winner: Lacy's Shotokan Karate

Teaching self-defense to students age 5 and older, Lacy's Shotokan Karate is a traditional, Japanese-style dojo that works with children and adults to learn about self-control, self-confidence and respect as they gain martial arts skills. The dojo's leader has been World Martial Arts Hall of Fame and USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

Runner Up: Texarkana Jiu Jitsu

Music Store

Winner: The Band House

The Band House serves the Ark-La-Tex's instrument needs with a Texarkana location, providing musicians with gear for a beginner or a pro. The Band House also employs repair technicians ready to help ensure your music can be made. Instruments and supplies are available for woodwind, brass, percussion and more, and the store has a rental program.

Runner Up: Pete's Music

Place to Karaoke

Winner: Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar

With a comfortable atmosphere, sports games on TV, pool tables, food, beer and other drinks — even a working fireplace — Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar has been a true Texarkana institution since Jack Mills it opened in 1985. Food caters to many tastes with seafood, steaks, burgers, Cajun and more. Local and regional musicians perform live music, while karaoke adds to the Fat Jack's fun. It's a place for people from all walks of life.

Runner Up: The Arrow Bar

Resale Store

Winner: Sassy Seconds Resale and Consignment

Sassy Seconds Resale and Consignment store is a unique shopping experience. They pay cash for top quality, name-brand, used kids' clothes, men's or women's clothing. The store boasts a variety of styles and has an ever changing inventory filling its almost 3,000 square foot building. Items are priced 50% to 75% off the orginal price.

Runner Up: Kid to Kid

Shoe Store

Winner: Dillard's

Dillard's shoe department has both the latest and classic shoe styles for women, children and men, with exclusive brands and colors available. Dillard's also provides excellent customer service and easy returns for all your shoe shopping needs. Their vast shoe selection and style will keep your whole family in step with fashion, comfort and special occasions.

Runner Up: Shoe Carnival

Shooting Range

Winner: Legendary Firearms

Legendary Firearm's indoor range offers four lanes at 25 yards with climate control. It also offers a classroom for safety, along with LTC and NRA training. Whether you are new to shooting or handguns, or you just want a professional eye to evaluate your fundamentals, they can provide the training you need.

Runner Up: Rocky Creek Outdoors USA

Western Wear

Winner: Cavender's Boot City

Cavender's Boot City was founded in 1965, in the East Texas town of Pittsburg. James and Pat Cavender were entrepreneurs who dabbled in several ventures before opening a clothing business. Cavender's started with three styles of Tony Lama boots. It was just the beginning for this family company that would go on to sell all types of Western wear.

Runner Up: Boot Barn

Women's Boutique

Winner: Sweet Caroline's Boutique

A unique boutique, Sweet Caroline's offers jewelry, shoes, trendy clothing, graphic tees, dresses, purses and gift items. Customers rave about the comfortable and cute clothing and gifts, as well as the reasonable prices and great customer service. They offer ladies and kids sizes and all the must-have trends.

Runner Up: The Rancher's Wife Boutique

FOOD & DRINK

Asian Restaurant

and Sushi

Winner: Fuji Kim's Sushi & Grill

Offering Japanese cuisine with a fusion of American and Korean flavors, this sushi lover's restaurant has offered Texarkana its flavors since 2008. Fuji Kim's offers a huge range of sushi options as well as other items. Fuji Kim's also offers a wide range of beverages and cocktails to accompany one's meal. Customers rank it as the go to place to treat yourself.

Runner Up for Asian Restaurant and Sushi: Osaka Japanese Steakhouse

Bakery

Winner: Graham Slam Bakery

Graham Slam Bakery is helping Texarkana live the sweet life. Rising to national prominence by winning Good Morning America's Christmas Cookie Contest in 2017, the local bakery now sells its delectable delights in downtown Texarkana. Beautifully decorated cookies and cupcakes grace the shelves. They even offer some Keto and sugar-free options.

Runner Up: All in Good Taste Bakery

Best Bar

Winner: Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar

With a comfortable atmosphere, sports games on TV, pool tables, food, beer and other drinks — even a working fireplace — Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar has been a true Texarkana institution since it opened in 1985. Food caters to many tastes with seafood, steaks, burgers, Cajun and more. Local and regional musicians perform live music, while karaoke adds to the Fat Jack's fun. It's a place for people from all walks of life.

Runner Up: Twisted Fork

Barbecue

Winner: Naaman's Championship BBQ

This well-known name in Texarkana barbecue is an award winner with its range of meats and side dishes. Besides great barbecue made with skill and craft, the staff credits their success to purpose and passion. They know why they are there and love to do what they do. They prepare the dishes with old-fashioned value, authentic quality and that American tradition of passionate excellence.

Runner Up: Big Jake's Bar-B-Que

Breakfast Restaurant

and Family Restaurant

Winner: Cracker Barrel

A chain and region favorite that embraces Southern comfort and culture, customers see by both the offerings on the menu and the items in the gift store that Cracker Barrel is a haven for down-home. Taste and see the American South at Cracker Barrel.

Runner Up for Breakfast Restaurant: Sue & Carol's Kitchen

Runner Up for Family Restaurant: Mother Kelley's Home Cooking

Brewery

Winner: Red Bone Magic Brewing

Red Bone Magic Brewing on Texas Boulevard is one of the latest manifestations of the rennaissance of Texarkana's downtown. Located at the gateway to downtown, Red Bone Magic Brewing offers a range of beers made on location, as well as a simple menu of bar food, including oven-baked pizza. "Make Texarkana fun again," is the establishment's motto.

Runner Up: Pecan Point Brewing Company

Brunch, Caterer

and Desserts

Winner: Julie's Deli & Market

With sandwiches , daily specials, desserts and more, this local deli makes its offerings fresh to order. With a Sunday morning brunch and occasional menu surprises, check in regularly to see what's new at Julie's Deli. Rumor has it this place has some of the best deviled eggs in the city.

Runner Up for Brunch: Benchmark American Brasserie

Runner Up for Caterer: Chef on the Run

Runner Up for Desserts: Small Cakes

Buffet

Winner: Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

The Golden Corral franchise has served and continues to serve as buffet central for thousands of all-you-can-eat fans from miles around. Producing and delivering quality cuisine made from scratch each day remains the steadfast goal of this buffet specialty outlet.

Runner Up: Golden Palace

Chips and Salsa, Margarita and Mexican Food

Winner: Zapata Grill & Mexican Cantina

Fans of Zapata's enjoy everything from the salty and spicy chips and salsa to the potent margaritas and unique atmosphere. The Tex-Mex Restaurant features Mesquite-grilled meats, seafood and other Mexican fare in a laid-back, rustic setting. A bar and several dining areas make Zapata's the perfect place for special occasions. Located in historic downtown Texarkana, Zapata Grill & Mexican Cantina is the place to see and be seen in Texarkana.

Runner Up for Chips and Salsa: TaMolly's Mexican Kitchen

Runner Up for Margarita: Amigo Juan

Runner Up for Mexican Food: Amigo Juan

Cocktail

Winner: Pecan Point Gastropub & Brewery

Pecan Point opened in October 2014 and is located in a historic building next to the Perot Theatre. Since then, the culinary team has been serving up quality interpretations of classic gastropub fare with an emphasis on regional cuisine. They proudly serve house-brewed, small batch beers as well as unique craft beers from other breweries. Custom cocktails are made with house-infused spirits and are a crowd favorite.

Runner Up: Benchmark American Brasserie

Coffee

Winner: Starbucks Coffee

Starbucks offers everything for the coffee lover. The popular chain is in two locations in Texarkana and offers everything from Caffe Latte and Caffe Mocha Expresso beverages to Frappuccino blended beverages including Chocolate Cookie Crumble Frappucino and Mocha Coconut Frappucino. Starbucks also offers pastries and other snacks to go with its popular and addiccting drinks.

Runner Up: The Doughnut Cafe & Coffee House

Doughnuts

Winner: Shorty's Donut Shop and Diner

Shorty's Donut Shop and Diner satisfies the longing of those looking for burgers, other lunch items and their signature Southern Maid doughnuts. In business for more than 50 years, Shorty's is legendary for its doughtnuts including glazed, chocolate topped, blueberry and buttermilk. Rounding out their pastry-inspired breakfast offerings are apple fritters, butter rolls, crisps, fried pies, long johns and calachis.

Runner Up: Dandy Donut Shoppe

Frozen Yogurt

Winner: Orange Leaf

Orange Leaf Texarkana takes frozen yogurt to the next level. It's a self-serve, choose-your-own toppings froyo experience guaranteed to titillate the taste buds and leave customers satisfied with the delicious experience. The variety of toppings available ensures that there is something for everyone.

Runner Up: TCBY

Hamburger

Winner: Reggie's Burgers, Dogs & Fries

Reggie's Burgers is known for its excellent hamburgers, which start with certified Angus beef that's never frozen. Burgers can be made to order with a variety of toppings to fit any set of tastebuds. Reggie's is also known for its tasty French fries, excellent customer service and reasonable prices.

Runner Up: 30 Burger

Happy Hour

Winner: On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

On the Border in Texarkana offers signature margaritas and authentic Mexican food favorites, like mesquite-grilled fajitas and tacos. Happy Hour specials are available daily with drinks ranging from $2 and up. Food specials are available as well.

Runner Up: Zapata Grill & Mexican Cantina

Home Style Cooking

Winner: Dixie Diner

Dixie Diner has been serving up homestyle cooking for decades. A hometown favorite, Dixie Diner makes meals from scratch and serves them with a heaping helping of Southern hospitality. The diner has a dedicated following locally and earns great reviews from those passing through town. It's a great place to meet and eat.

Runner Up: Mother Kelley's Home Cooking

Hot Wings

Winner: Wingstop

Wingstop offers a tasty array of wings and sauces, usually to a snappy classic rock beat in the background. Its aviation-themed atmosphere is in keeping with things with wings. For just the delicious taste of wings, this one allows you a quick stop for wings.

Runner Up: Hooters

Iced Tea

Winner: McAlister's Deli

Texarkana's tea devotees raise their glasses to McAlister's Deli. They put a lot of care and pride into this well-loved brew. It Rainforest Alliance certified, specially filtered, made fresh every four hours and poured directly over ice. It's Texarkana's tea-riffic drink.

Runner Up: Chicken Express

Italian Food

Winner: Joe's Pizza & Pasta

Joe's Pizza and Pasta serves wonderful Italian fare in downtown Texarkana. Described as a low-key, old-school Italian eatery serving subs, pizza, pasta and classic entrees, Joe's is the local choice to gather for great food and service.

Runner Up: Chappos Italian Cuisine

Liquor Store

Winner: Chubby Cheeks Liquor

A huge range of wine, beers and spirits as well as cocktail mixing ingredients makes this a one-stop shop for adult beverage needs. In addition, check out a variety of foods that fit with tavern snacking. You won't believe how much variety you can find in pickled eggs alone.

Runner Up: Party Factory

Pizza

Winner: Gusano's Chicago Style Pizzeria

Gusano's authentic Chicago-style pizza boasts "all the flavors you've been craving buttery-flaky crust, sweet-tangy tomatoes, gooey mozzarella cheese and perfectly seasoned sausage. Every pizza is handmade from scratch and served to your specifications." They also offer sandwiches, salads and appetizers.

Runner Up: Joe's Pizza & Pasta

Queso

Winner: Amigo Juan

Amigo Juan has won several awards for their fantastic service, and won the hearts and stomachs of everyone who has sat at one of their tables — because they treat customers like their family. Amigo Juan serves the very best special family recipes.

Runner Up: Zapata Grill & Mexican Cantina

Ribs and Steaks

Winner: Texas Roadhouse

A Texarkana favorite for steak and fresh meats, the local Texas Roadhouse regularly sends a representative to the company-wide competition for the best steak cutter in the the chain nationally. With a country kind of atmosphere, you can see the meat in a glass display counter.

Runner Up for Ribs: Big Jake's Bar-B-Que

Runner Up for Steaks: Cattleman's Steak House

Romantic Dinner

Winner: Verona Fine Italian Restaurant

Verona fine Italian cuisine is complemented by an extensive wine cellar and beer selection. Mouthwatering food, exceptional service and of course, the perfect romantic atmosphere make Verona the ideal spot for a special date night or anniversary dinner. Reservations and walk-ins are welcome.

Runner Up: LongHorn Steakhouse

Salad Bar

Winner: Jason's Deli

Jason's Deli boasts an expansive salad bar including fresh organic greens, dozens of topping choices, fresh-made sides, famous mini-muffins and much more. The restaurant also offers a full deli menu with sandwiches, soups, desserts, specialty salads and more.

Runner Up: Ruby Tuesday

Seafood Restaurant

Winner: Pop's Place

Whether you're in the mood for seared ahi tuna, crab legs, grilled shrimp or all of your fried fish favorites, Pop's Place has it all. This unique, one-of-a-kind restaurant is not part of a chain and your dining experience will not be ordinary. Pop's offers a variety of seafood and steak options as well as wine, beer and a full-service bar.

Runner Up: Flying Burger

Smoothie

Winner: Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe's menu boasts bold, flavorful smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order with quality ingredients. Their smoothies are made with real fruits, veggies and juices. Their mission is to inspire a healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun.

Runner Up: Texarkana Nutrition

Sports Bar

Winner: Hopkins Icehouse

Part of the downtown renaissance, Hopkins Icehouse has established itself as a place with a solid, flavorful menu at reasonable prices and appetizers like the Spinny Dip. With a range of beers and cocktails, entertainment is also the thing with all the games on large screens as well as local and regional talent regularly featured.

Runner Up: Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar

AUTO

Auto Aftermarket Accessories and Auto Parts

Winner: O'Reilly Auto Parts

O'Reilly Auto Parts' Texarkana stores are among the more than 5,300 stores in 47 states. They carry parts, tools and accessories. They also offer free services like wiper blade and replacement bulb installation and battery, alternator and starter testing. O'Reilly was founded as a single store in Missouri in 1957.

Runner Up for Auto Aftermarket Accessories and Auto Parts: AutoZone

Auto Body Repair

Winner: Texarkana Auto Body Works

Texarkana Auto Body Works is a full-service collision repair facility. They have been serving the community since 1945. The company is family owned. Their technicians are I-CAR trained and ASE certified to work on all models of foreign and domestic cars, trucks and SUVs. They pride themselves on trust, integrity and customer service.

Runner Up: Kemp Bros. Body Shop

Auto Lease

Winner: Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers fast and easy vehicle bookings from 7,600 branches in cities, airports and neighborhoods. Founded in 1957, they offer car and truck rentals as well as car sharing and car sales, guided by innovation, advance research and market-driven solutions.

Runner Up: Hertz

Auto Repair and Tire Store

Winner: Discount Wheel & Tire Pros

Discount Wheel & Tire Pros is a family-owned and operated business, built from the ground up in 1998. DW&T offers most major brands of tires and other services like a wide assortment of custom wheels, lift kits for two and four wheel drives, lowering kits for trucks, two and four wheel alignments, brake service, shocks and struts, A/C repair, batteries and more.

Runner Up for Auto Repair and Tire Store: Cooper Service

Auto Stereo Store

Winner: ST Mobile Audio

ST Mobile Audio specializes in mobile audio, video, lighting and security. They also offer custom boxes and custom audio tops for side by sides. With more than 20 years experience, ST Mobile Auto's mission is to deliver quality service and products to everyone. They stand behind their work and no job is too big or too small.

Runner Up: Electronic Service

Mechanic

Winner: Shelby's Service Center & Tires

Shelby's Service Center & Tires was founded in 1964. They offer professional automotive service specializing in all makes and models. Technicians are ASE certified with the latest tools and equipment. They offer the full range of services, including A/C work, oil changes, front end work, alignments, brakes, starters, alternators, tires, shock, struts, tune-ups and much more.

Runner Up: Allen's Lube Shop

Motorcycle/ATV

Dealership

Winner: Texarkana Harley-Davidson

Life on two wheels is what Texarkana Harley-Davidson offers. A legendary line of motorcycles as well as a brand and culture going back many decades, they offer new and used bikes, parts and service as well as clothing and accessories with the Harley-Davidson brand. They work to build lasting relationships with customers, employees and the recreation and travel community.

Runner Up: Langdon Polaris RV & Trailer

New Car Dealership

Winner: Robbins Toyota

Robbins Toyota is a new and used auto dealership in Nash, Texas, that has been serving Texarkana drivers since 1966. The dealership is committed to ensuring customers are able to fulfill a vehicle trade-in, purchase or service needs, all while relaxing in a pressure-free environment. The new Toyota inventory can be seen with help from their sales department or their interactive website.

Runner Up: Orr Chevrolet

Oil Change

Winner: Classic Car Wash and Lube Center

Classic Car Wash and Lube Center is a one-stop shop to get an oil change and a free courtesy car wash or $17 credit toward any upgraded detail service. Sit in the comfortable waiting room and enjoy complimentary refreshments while the work is done. They feature technicians as well an experienced automotive detail and restoration staff. They offer the full range of wash, detail and oil change services.

Runner Up: Custom Car Care

RV Sales

Winner: Shady Pines RV Center

Shady Pines has been in business since 1967 and is the area's largest RV sales, parts and service center. Family owned and operated, they sell a number of different brands for a wide range of customers interested in the vehicles and the lifestyle. They have new and pre-owned inventory and offer financing services.

Runner Up: Langdon Polaris RV & Trailer

Towing Service

Winner: Bubba Green's Towing & Auto

Bubba Green's Towing & Auto offers towing, mechanic service and more. Recently, they started offering alignment, tire rotation, mounting and balancing services and new and used tires. They also offer U-Haul rentals. The business was established in 2001 and has a proven track record of helping its customer by offering friendly, reliable service.

Runner Up: Neeley's Towing & Recovery

Used Car / Truck Dealership

Winner: 4 States Motors

4 States Motors offers a wide range of previously owned vehicles with frequent updates in inventory. 4 States Motors' staff offers their customers great service, respect and fair prices, according to customer reviews. When you are looking for great deals on a set of wheels, visit 4 States Motors.

Runner Up: Car Mart

Window Tinting

Winner: Texarkana Tint

Texarkana Tint offers professionally installed auto, commercial and residential tint with lifetime warranties. Their custom, quality tints with exacting standards and attention to detail make customers return for all their tinting needs. From tinting autos to homes to businesses, Texarkana Tint has you covered.

Runner Up: Dr. Dent

HOUSE & HOME

Air Conditioning

and Heating

Winner: Goff Heating /Air Conditioning and Plumbing

Goff Heating /Air Conditioning and Plumbing, a family-owned, locally operated business, has been providing home service to Texarkana households for over 29 years. Implementing high standards, they offer honest professional service as well as high-quality products. They also offer preventative maintenance programs as well as air vent and dryer vent cleaning. Their expertise and expertise are well-known in the area.

Runner Up: Thomas Bui & Son Heating and Air Conditioning

Apartments

Winner: Arista Apartment Homes

Arista Apartment Homes is situated on more than 10 acres of northern Texarkana's attractive Pleasant Grove area. The apartments showcase not only exterior features like scenic private balconies and patios, but also interior accommodations such as spacious walk-in closets, linen closets and soaking tubs, in addition to built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. For recreation, there's a centrally located pool, fitness center and grill area.

Runner Up: Park Ridge at Texarkana

Appliance Store

and Insulation

Winner: Lowe's

Located in Texarkana, Texas, your local Lowe's has everything you need for your next job or home improvement project. Lowe's offers a wide variety of healthy plants and flowers, DIY workshops and a specialized ProService desk just for pro customers. Whether you're looking for the best deals on major appliances, tools, paint or patio furniture, you'll find them and more at the Texarkana Lowe's.

Runner Up for Appliance Store: Lafferty's TV and Appliance Service Center

Runner Up for insulation: Superior Home

Carpet Cleaning

Winner: Stanley Steemer

Stanley Steemer has been cleaning carpet since 1947 when its founder, Jack A. Bates, invested $2,300 into a home-based carpet cleaning company. Today, Stanley Steemer remains a family-owned business based in Dublin, Ohio, led by the third generation. The company has moved beyond carpet and become synonymous with clean, healthy homes and businesses. Professional deep cleaning services include carpet, furniture cleaning, tile and grout, hardwood, air ducts and 24-hour emergency water restoration.

Runner Up: Bennie's Carpet Cleaning

Carpet / Flooring

Winner: Tally Alley Carpet Warehouse

Tally Alley Carpet Warehouse is getting raves on Facebook. One five-star review had this to say: "We purchased new carpet and padding a couple of years ago for our bedroom. They had excellent prices and quality and the gentlemen who came to lay the carpet did an excellent job. Very pleased and will use them again."

Runner Up: The Carpet Shoppe

Custom Home Audio / Digital Service and Home Electronics

Winner: Sound Towne

Serving the Ark-La-Tex since 1969, Sound Towne offers home audio/video entertainment and services, including DIRECTV, DISH, and Exede High Speed rural internet. They also offer professional audio/video for churches, schools and large venues. Offering the latest products at competitive pricing, Sound Towne's sales and installation staff has more than 100 years experience. They are ready to help you realize all your entertainment needs.

Runner Up for Custom Home Audio/Digital Service: Best Buy

Runner Up for Home Electronics: Electronic Service

Electrician

Winner: Nantze Inc.

In today's integrated business world, data, telecom and electrical systems must operate together seamlessly. Nantze Inc. provides the professional approach needed for integrated systems to perform dependably. The company's certified data technicians provide neat, structured work — including testing and documentation.

Runner Up: R & W Electric

Fence Company

Winner: Richardson Fence & Patio

Since 1953, Richardson Fence & Patio has been family owned and operated and serving the Texarkana metropolitan area. They are committed to working with customers to create long-lasting, beautiful fences in a timely manner at a reasonable price with workmanship and customer service second to none. Options include chain link, wood privacy, split rail, vinyl-coated chain link, ornamental custom iron, pre-fabricated iron and vinyl PVC fencing, as well as patio covers and pergolas.

Runner Up: Texarkana Fence & Access Control

Furniture

Winner: Four States Furniture

Four States Furniture is a family-owned, community oriented company dedicated to providing quality home furnishings at the lowest possible price. The company is proud to partner with more than 50 of the top brands of furniture, mattresses, and home accents in the industry. Four States' assortment ranges from quality value-priced furniture to heirlooms that will last a lifetime. Styles range from classic traditional to the strikingly modern.

Runner Up: Ashley HomeStore

Home Builder

Winner: Dakota Taylor Custom Homes

With many years of home building experience, Dakota Taylor Custom Homes will ensure your home is built to realize your dreams, whether simple or luxurious. Inspired by a love and desire to build creative homes, they combine the immense talents of their professionals. The company's owner has had a presence in the home building industry since 1996. The company recognizes the need for beautiful, quality homes at reasonable prices while keeping value and quality as top priorities.

Runner Up: Grounds Construction

Home Remodeling

Winner: Light House & Flooring

This family-owned and family-operated Texarkana-area business works to give customers superior service, whether it's inside the showroom where the products are featured or at home when the products are installed. Also offered are design services with free estimates. The sales manager brings Light House customers many years of experience with specific expertise in custom showers, carpets and more. Light House aims to please with flooring, counter tops and lighting.

Runner Up: Total Home Remodeling

Home Security

Winner: Vivint Smart Home

Vivint Smart Home's Texarkana location specializes in a variety of home security solutions and automated home services, whether it's alarm systems, home energy management, cloud storage or more. This award-winning company gives customers an integrated system that protects and monitors the home around the clock. Security products include an array of cameras, smart locks, garage door controls and more with packages available.

Runner Up: Twice as Nice Security Sales & Service

Internet Provider

Winner: Sparklight

Formerly known as CableOne internet service, Sparklight offers internet access at various speed and price levels. They meet ever-changing needs with ever-faster connections, offering a renewed commitment to the communities they serve. With many possibilities, you can connect your way with no-contract packages for fast internet, phone and digital TV.

Runner Up: AT&T

Landscaping and Nursery / Garden

Winner: H & N Landscaping and Nursery

H & N Landscaping and Nursery has been making Texarkana beautiful for more than 30 years. In that time, they have provided Texarkana residents with everything needed to make their landscape vibrant and inviting. They carry only the highest quality plant material purchased from some of the most respected growers across the country.

Runner Up for Landscaping: Freeman Landscape

Runner Up for Nursery/Garden: Ellis Nursery

Lawn / Sprinkler Company

Winner: Freeman Landscape

Since 1925, Freeman Landscape has been one of the leading landscaping businesses in the region, gaining more than 90 years of horticultural experience. The company's staff includes a landscape architect, a licensed irrigator and a licensed pesticide applicator. The family business makes customer service its top goal and offers modern services such as 3D digital design.

Runner Up: Taylor Lawn & Landscape

Locksmith

Winner: Pop-A-Lock

Pop-A-Lock's reputation is built on rapidly and professionally solving customers' problems and their dedication to customer satisfaction and service. Whatever your locksmithing needs are, Pop-A-Lock can fulfill them. Their reliable team of locksmiths quickly and efficiently solve your automotive, commercial and residential lockout predicaments.

Runner Up: Advanced Locking Systems

Mobile Home

Winner: Clayton Homes

Clayton Homes of Texarkana has knowledgeable and friendly home consultants who are committed to helping you find your dream home. Whether you're still researching the best options for your family or are ready to pick your wall colors and backsplash, Clayton Homes can help answer any questions you may have. Visitors can see fully furnished models and options like soaker tubs, entertainment centers and farmhouse sinks.

Runner Up: Hobbs Manufactured Homes

Mortgage Company

Winner: Mortgage Financial Services

Led by seasoned mortgage bankers, Mortgage Financial Services looks beyond just closing on a home loan. They see themselves as partners in the needs of their customers. They take their time to provide what is needed for their clients in achieving the dream of home ownership.

Runner Up: Guaranty Bank & Trust

Moving

Winner: Bill's Movers

Bill's Movers provides a full moving service with professionals and more than 40 years experience. Bill's Movers has crews and trucks capable of moving any job, no matter how big or small. They do individual and commercial moving with a full line of packing materials. For moving one item or a full household, Bill's Movers can do the job.

Runner Up: None

Pest Control

Winner: Lawrence Termite & Pest Control

Lawrence Termite & Pest Control is ready to respond when things literally bug us around our homes and structures. Serving the Texarkana, Nashville, Ark., and surrounding areas, the company implements an environmentally friendly approach to ridding homes and structures of unwanted house guests. The bug stops with Lawrence Termite & Pest Control.

Runner Up: Pillow Termite &Pest Control

Plumbing

Winner: Pipe Monkey Plumbing

Pipe Monkey Plumbing offers plumbing services to Texarkana and all surrounding areas. With 16 years of service, they can perform a wide range of plumbing repairs and installation projects for both residential and commercial customers. From drain cleaning to sewer line replacement, Pipe Monkey Plumbing can handle most any plumbing project.

Runner Up: Randy's Plumbing & Heating

Pool / Hot Tub

Winner: Fun Pools & Spas

Fun Pools & Spas believes no dream is too small or too ambitious for your backyard. The company is focused on providing quality service and quality products with the highest levels of customer satisfaction. With more than 45 years experience, Fun Pools & Spas do everything they can to meet customers' expectations. They offer a variety of products, accessories and chemicals.

Runner Up: Mother Earth Pools & Spas

Real Estate

Winner: Impact Realty Group

Impact Realty Group is focused on providing you with the best results and service in the industry. They listen carefully to understand your real estate goals and work hard to create sensible solutions. Impact has the expertise, proven track record and resources to help you achieve your real estate goals. As is often said, real estate is about location, location, location. Impact has extensive knowledge of Texarkana and surrounding areas and can help you find the right home for you or the right buyer for your home.

Runner Up: RE/MAX Preferred

Realtors

Winner: Tracy Spradlin

Realtor Tracy Spradlin began her real estate career as a licensed sales agent in January 2001. In 2005, she became licensed as a real estate broker in Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. She and her husband opened Impact Realty Group to incorporate their own ideas, marketing strategies and resources into a system uniquely designed to provide an advantageous edge to their clients.

Runner Up: Amber Gideon Stewart

Roofing

Winner: Bohon Roofing

Bohon Roofing has been in business for 43 years. They provide excellent craftsmanship for all your roofing needs, including construction, flat roofs, metal roofs, cedar shakes, siding, seamless gutters, patio covers and chimney fashing.

Runner Up: Perez Roofing

Satellite

Winner: DIRECTV

Founding it satellite service in 1994, DIRECTV is an established entertainment franchise. It has collected a large number of awards and accreditations. The company offers expertise and a variety of television package deals, along with technology and equipment furnishings.

Runner Up: DISH

Siding - Home Exterior

Winner: Henry's Siding & Restoration

Founded in 1979, this locally owned and operated siding provider also furnishes natural disaster and fire damage restoration service. The firm's seasoned staff also offers general construction, window replacement and patio covering services.

Runner Up: Superior Siding Supply

Title Company

Winner: Stewart Title Company

Stewart Title Company provides title insurance and related services needed for settlement by both real estate and mortgage firms. The company also helps provide loans and tax-deferred exchanges. Its clients include home buyers, home sellers, lenders and real estate brokers and agents.

Runner Up: Miller County Abstract & Title

Windows

Winner: Red River Lumber Company

Founded in the piney woods of Texarkana, Texas, in 1992, Red River Lumber Company offers a complete line of building materials and supplies for flooring, fireplaces, doors, windows, granite counter-tops, customized kitchens, cabinetry, roofing and of course lumber construction. The company has a 20,000-square-foot showroom.

Runner Up: Glass Doctor of Texarkana

PERSONAL SERVICES

Assisted Living

Winner: Cornerstone Retirement Community

Cornerstone Retirement Community is allowing its residents to enjoy their lives while handling the heavy lifting including cooking, cleaning, laundry and assisting with the activities of daily life like dressing and bathing when assistance is needed. Cornerstone provides safety and security for seniors as well as a community of friends in a setting that allows seniors to thrive in their golden years.

Runner Up: The Retreat at Kenwood

Bail Bonds

Winner: Mark Luckett

Mark Luckett has been a trusted bail bondsman in Texarkana for a number of years. He is known for his catchy slogan, "Two Tears in a Bucket, call Mark Luckett" and is always just a phone call away for someone in need of a bail bondsman.

Luckett is described as professional and reliable by those who have needed his services. He is located in downtown Texarkana.

Runner Up: J&E Bail Bonds

Bank

Winner: Farmers Bank & Trust

Founded in 1906, Farmers Bank & Trust is an independent community bank with over 20 locations in Southwest Arkansas and Northeast Texas. Farmers Bank & Trust offers personal and commercial accounts, various loans, credit cards, investments and more. Focused on community banking, FB&T enjoys a reputation of conservative soundness, strong integrity and honesty that has enabled the bank to gain increased market share in the local banking market.

Runner Up: Guaranty Bank & Trust

Barber Shop

Winner: Nash Barber Shop

As its customers know, Nash Barber Shop is staffed exclusively by women who provide fashionable haircuts for men and boys. Located on North Kings Highway, this barber shop hangs its reputation on solid service. As one customer says, "Kay makes me look better than I am." Another said, "I've had my hair cut here about 6 times by different ladies. They are very nice and do a good job."

Runner Up: Southern Edge

Cell Phone Provider

Winner: AT&T

With several locations from which to choose, AT&T Wireless provides options in communications, media, entertainment and technology. In addition to offering devices including cellphones and tablets, they also provide wireless plans, accessories DIRECTV services, fiber-optic-based U-verse TV service and high-speed home internet and AT&T Fiber.

Runner Up: Verizon

Child /Daycare

Winner: Williams School, Williams Memorial United Methodist Church

Williams School is a Christian Preschool and Mother's Day Out Program for children 8 months to 5 years old. Since 1968, the school has worked to glorify God through nurturing and teaching children in a Christian environment so that each child will achieve his or her greatest potential academically, socially and spiritually.

Runner Up: Wake Village Playskool

Chiropractor

Winner: Woosley Chiropractic Clinic

Since 1921, Woosley Chiropractic Clinic has eliminated the aches and pains of Texarkana residents. The clinic provides easy and uncomplicated access along with the highest level of service possible. They also work to provide the safest and most effective means available today to alleviate conditions and injuries and increase the overall quality of life for anyone entering their door.

Runner Up (tie): Total Healthcare and Brent Bultemeir Chiropractic

Clothing Alteration

Winner: Silver Needle Tailor Shop

Silver Needle Tailor Shop is known for alterations that are professionally and efficiently done and completed on time. As one satisfied customer said on Facebook, "Wow! This tailor is good!" Another online reviewer said, "I've been fortunate to have been using the services at Silver Needle Tailor for quite some time and they've been extremely professional with excellent tailoring."

Runner Up: Holiday Cleaners

Computer Repair/IT Services

Winner: Best Buy

If your computer or tablet is broken or won't start, no worries, just make a reservation at the Best Buy store. The Geek Squad repair experts there will diagnose what's wrong and make all necessary repairs. If you think your important computer files

and photos are just gone, check in with the Geek Squad. They know how you're feeling and are there to help. Make a reservation at the Best Buy store and they'll get to work recovering your data. These are just some of the services available at Best Buy in Texarkana.

Runner Up: Texarkana Computer

Credit Union

Winner: Red River Federal Credit Union

Red River Federal Credit Union has served the area's financial needs for more than 75 years. RRCU was initially established for Red River Army Depot employees, but it has grown and expanded, now boasting more than 100,000 members. Red River Credit Union has 27 branches, primarily in Arkansas and Texas, but with some in Louisiana and Mississippi. It remains focused on serving its members and helping them get the most out of life.

Runner Up: TEXAR Federal Credit Union

Day Spa and Massage Therapist

Winner: Tranquility Day Spa & Salon

Tranquility Day Spa & Salon on Summerhill Road in Texarkana, Texas, is the perfect place for peace and relaxation. It offers a wide variety of massage and spa services along with many salon services such as hair care services, manicures and pedicures, eye lash extensions, waxing and much more. Tranquility boasts one full time Licensed Massage Therapist and five licensed stylists. It is a one-stop shop for all your beauty needs.

Runner up for Day Spa: Time in a Bottle

Runner up for Massage Therapist: Escape to Bliss

Dental Office

Winner: Pediatric Dentistry of Texarkana

Pediatric Dentistry of Texarkana caters to children and endeavors to take the fear out of the dental experience. The staff has specialized training with primary teeth and work to protect and restore children's teeth so they speak and eat easily and have a wonderful smile. They understand the growth and development of children's teeth so they can start life with the best oral health.

Runner Up: Dr. Mark Addington

Dry Cleaners

Winner: Holiday Cleaners

Holiday Cleaners has several locations in Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas.

They offer fast, professional service for all your dry cleaning and laundry needs.

Runner Up: Fashion Cleaners

Emergency Care

Winner: Texarkana Emergency Center

Texarkana Emergency Center is a locally-owned, 24-7, free-standing emergency center. Its mission is to provide compassionate, concierge-level emergency care to the community. It's state-of-the-art facility offers comprehensive medical care for minor and major injuries in a comfortable environment for patients and their families.

Runner Up: CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital ER

Funeral Home

Winner: Texarkana Funeral Home

Serving families since 1939, Texarkana Funeral Home has many years of experience providing funeral arrangements, experience that speaks to the very best, most comfortable care they can offer, ranging from cemetery services to caskets and planning to cremation. This family-owned business does so with compassion as their guide. They've long been rooted in Texarkana's community and now have several locations to provide area families with the attention they need during a time of loss and bereavement.

Runner Up: East Funeral Home

Gym

Winner: Anytime Fitness

With the slogan "Let's Make Healthy Happen," Anytime Fitness provides its members with all-hours access to support, equipment and amenities that help them become or remain physically fit and healthy. The Texarkana area has seven locations: two in Texarkana, plus locations in Wake Village, Ashdown, New Boston, Atlanta and Hope. Anytime Fitness provides the tools, training and convenience you need to reach those healthy goals and feel great.

Runner Up: Legends Gym & Health Club

Hair Salon

Winner: The Style Studio

The Style Studio is a full-service, family-friendly salon specializing all your beauty needs including color, cuts, hair extensions, waxing, make-up, updos and more. Services are rendered in a fun environment where experienced stylists make sure customers leave feeling more confident and beautiful. One customer rated it as the best salon in the Four States Area on Facebook.

Runner Up: Fringe Salon and Beauty Bar

Hearing Aid Center

Winner: The ENT Group

Prevent potential or further hearing damage by consulting with a certified hearing specialist at The ENT Group in Texarkana. On-site hearing instrument specialists will administer hearing tests to determine if you're suffering hearing loss or damage, analyzing the results quickly in order to give you the best restorative solution. If you need to be seen by the doctor (otolaryngologist), that can be done in the same appointment.

Runner Up: Gilliam Hearing Center

Hospice Care

Winner: Hospice of Texarkana

Hospice of Texarkana was established in 1985 by the community and for the community. The Junior League of Texarkana gave $50,000 to establish a non-profit hospice in Texarkana — this was also the first hospice in the region. On June 1, 2016, it opened the area's only freestanding Hospice Inpatient Care Center. Hospice of Texarkana's purpose is to significantly enhance the end of life experience by ensuring access to quality hospice care.

Runner Up: Heritage Hospice

Hospital

Winner: CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System

CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System has provided more than 100 years of superior health care to people in this region. The hospital's mission is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by providing quality, compassionate care to all who need it. St. Michael offers a full scope of expansive health care services including women's health, emergency services, senior health, cancer care, heart care, surgery, imaging, rehabilitation and more.

Runner Up: Wadley Regional Medical Center

Insurance Agent

Winner: Kelli Ashbrook

Kelli Ashbrook has provided for local insurance needs as a multiple award-winning State Farm agent since 2003. A year ago, this Texarkana Chamber of Commerce member opened a second office in Atlanta, Texas. Products include insurance for automobiles, homes, renters, life and business or commercial use with resident relocations as a particular specialty. Free car insurance and home insurance quotes are available, as are financial services.

Runner Up: Dennis McGuire

Jewelry Repair

Winner: Crocker's Jewelers

Crocker's Jewelers has built a legacy of integrity and trust in its quality workmanship for in-house jewelry and watch repair. With a 36 year-plus presence in the fine jewelry market, the Crocker's Team can repair jewelry it sells or jewelry bought elsewhere.

They foster a strong bond with customers, understanding special occasions are meant to be commemorated by stunning jewelry.

Runner Up: Micah's Jewelers

Law Firm

Winner: Langdon Davis Law Firm

Langdon Davis Law Firm is staffed with skilled attorneys and litigators on hand to assist with any legal issue. Langdon Davis offers expertise in variety of areas including contract, estate planning, family law, real estate, probate, commercial litigation, Medicaid planning, taxation, personal injury and corporate filings. The office provides professional, experienced and knowledgeable advocacy.

Runner Up: Barrett and Tyler

Medical Clinic

Winner: Collom & Carney Clinic

Collom & Carney Clinic Association has a long history of taking care of patients from Texarkana and the surrounding area. It has grown into one of the largest and most important medical services complexes in East Texas.

The clinic provides a full range of services including diagnostic and high tech radiology, laboratory, histopathology, ultrasound, vascular and echo studies, on-site pharmacy and more.

Runner Up: Express Care

Medical Equipment

and Supplies

Winner: Marshall Home Medical Equipment

Marshall Home Medical Equipment offers medical equipment like respirators, wheelchairs and home dialysis systems as well monitoring systems. These essentials are prescribed by physicians for a patient's use in the home for an extended period of time.

There are 18 different outlets in Texarkana offering this equipment.

Runner Up: Lincare

Monument Company

Winner: Ken Stewart Monument Company

Ken Stewart Memorial Arts, which has been serving the extended community for more then 40 years, has a display of both upright and flat granite monuments — one of the largest display of monuments in the Ark-La-Tex. The business also offers flat bronze on granite as well as customized monuments, pet memorials and additional lettering. Additionally, the firm performs monument setting services for military veterans at no cost to the veterans' families.

Runner Up: Hillcrest Monument Company

Nail Salon

Winner: R Nails

R Nails and Spa in Texarkana offers nail services, along with facials, waxing, eyelash extensions and massage. Located in the Village West Plaza on Richmond Road, nail services include manicures, gel, acrylic and dip nails, in addition to relaxing spa pedicures.

Runner Up: Luna Nail Studio

Optical Shop

Winner : The Eye Guys

The Eye Guys is a full service eye and vision care provider, which stocks many assorted types of glasses, frames and contact lenses. Customers having emergency needs, as well as walk-in customers, are also welcomed. Eye examinations are performed in addition to glaucoma testing, dry eye treatment and other optometry services.

Runner Up: Vision for Less

Optometrists

Winner: Jeff Phillips

Dr. Jeffrey S. Phillips is a Texarkana, Texas-based optometrist who grew up in Claremore, Oklahoma, and graduated from Oklahoma State University with a biology degree in 1993. He then went on to the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago where he graduated with a doctoral degree in 1997.

He now has 22 years experience, mostly in optometry.

Runner Up: Eric McCall

Orthodontists

Winner: Shamburger Orthodontics

Dr. James H. Shamburg grew up in Texarkana and graduated from Texas High School before attending Ouachita Baptist University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry as well as Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. He graduated with honors. He then went on to earn a DDS from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston in 2005 and graduated at the top of his class. He stayed in Houston for his orthodontic residency, which he completed in 2007 with a certificate in Orthodontics and a Master of Science degree. He returned home to open his private practice.

Runner Up: Dr. Kurt Anderson

Pet Boarding

Winner: Wisdom Animal Clinic

Wisdom Animal Clinic's kennel assistants are the backbone of the long-established clinic. They not only make sure the facility is clean from top to bottom and fully maintained, but also ensure the pets in the hospital are receiving exemplary care while staying. The kennel staff makes sure each patient has a bed, food and water and a doctor's care if something is wrong. They walk all the dogs and give the cats an extra scratch behind the ears.

Runner Up: Paw Paw Patch

Pet Grooming

Winner: Paw Paw Patch

Located on Hawk Lane in Texarkana, Texas, Paw Paw Patch customers have a lot of good things to say about the service they get on Facebook: "They give my babies the best grooming they ever got before I went to them. Will not take them anywhere else," one customer said. Another added, "Tavo is amazing! I take my little Yorkie Tudie there and he always makes her beautiful. I am about to start taking my other baby Yorkie Tobi there. I only trust Tavo with my babies."

Runner Up: Pet Smart

Pharmacy

Winner: Pleasant Grove Pharmacy

Pleasant Grove Pharmacy does more than fill prescriptions. It's a family-run pharmacy that extends care and compassion to its customers. On Facebook, where it has a 5 of 5 rating, people tout its fast, friendly customer service and pleasant, helpful staff. In addition to common pharmacy items, Pleasant Grove Pharmacy has a unique selection of decorative items, clothing and more.

Runner Up: Csi Pharmacy (formerly North Heights Pharmacy)

Physical Therapy/Rehab

Winner: CHRISTUS St. Michael Rehabilitation Hospital

CHRISTUS St. Michael Rehabilitation Hospital helps patients improve their quality of life by helping them regain the ability to perform daily activities like dressing themselves, eating, walking or increasing wheelchair mobility. Regardless of the issue, whether from an illness and injury or a surgery, this Rehab Hospital can provide a full range of therapeutic treatment services to promote healing.

Runner Up: Little River Nursing and Rehab

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