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Thank You for Voting Me #1!
Candi Hester
REALTOR & Agent Success Coach
Candi@CandiHester.com
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317-509-6680
Thank you to our readers
for participating in The
Best in Automotive
Republic's first Reader's
Choice event. Although it H K AUTO | BEST MECHANIC
has been a difficult year for
local businesses, you and
our community have rallied
around them. 420 Jonesville
Road, Columbus
Reader’s Choice launched 812-375-9335
in December and received hkautoservice.
com
more than 24,000
votes for more than 300
local businesses. This
magazine recognizes and
gives information about
businesses that you think
are the best in more than
100 categories — from
bakeries to customer
service.
Now is the time to
celebrate, not only the
winners, but all the
local businesses that
make Columbus and its
surrounding areas a special
place.
Owner’s name: Toby Kleffman
Year established: 2009
Number of employees: 13
For editorial content, contact Anna Perlich at The
Republic special publications department at 812- Services provided: Alignments, brakes, oil changes, tires, factory-scheduled maintenance, major
379-8470 or by email at aperlich@therepublic.com. engine and transmission repair.
For advertising content, contact The Republic “The one stop shop for all automotive repair needs.” - Toby Kleffman
advertising department at
812-379-5655. Something that sets us apart: “We strive to get the vehicle fixed right the first time with no
hassle and unnecessary expense. We treat our customers as they expect to be treated. This is what
All content © 2021 The Repulbic. All rights reserved.
No portion of this publication may be reproduced we strive to do with all customers, word of mouth advertising is the best known rule of thumb when
in any form without permission from the publisher, owning a business. We let our customers advertise on our behalf. Thanks to all of our wonderful cus-
except as permitted by U.S. copyright law.
tomers. It is a honor to receive this award. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and all of our car
parts.” - Toby Kleffman
4 READER’S CHOICE
Thank you
Best car wash Best place to buy a used
for voting me
1. Crew Carwash
1525 N. National Road, Columbus
812-418-8791
car
1. ACRA Automotive Group
2820 N. National Road, Columbus
Best Insurance
Agent!
crewcarwash.com 888-356-2272
2. Dirtbuster Car Wash acraauto.com
67 Johnson Blvd., Columbus 2. Bob Poynter
888-618-3478 3020 N. National Road, Columbus
dirtbustercarwash.com 812-372-2575
3. Top Dog Car Wash bobpoyntergm.com
3059 N. National Road, Columbus 3. Carver Toyota of Columbus
topdogcarwash.com 10255 U.S. 31, Taylorsville
812-526-7700
Best mechanic
carvertoyota.com
1. H K Auto
420 Jonesville Road, Columbus Best place for an oil
812-375-9335 change
hkautoservice.com
1. Jiffy Lube
2. Ray’s Automotive Center 2480 N. National Road, Columbus
3060 Central Ave., Columbus 812-372-3737 Home | Auto | Life | Business | Farm
812-372-1311 jiffylube.com
raysautomotivecenter.com
2. Bob Poynter
3. Brian Sims, Sims Auto & Tire 3020 N. National Road, Columbus
15896 E. Road 650N, Hope 812-372-2575
812-447-4208, 812-344-1579 bobpoyntergm.com
Best place to buy a new 3. Walmart
735 Whitfield Drive, Columbus
car
812-372-0227
1. Chevrolet of Columbus 2025 Merchant Mile, Columbus
2825 Merchant Mile, Columbus 812-376-8680
812-645-5100 Walmart.com
chevyofcolumbus.com
Best place to buy tires
2. Ford of Columbus
3560 N. National Road, Columbus 1. Belle Tire
812-578-8588 2450 Merchant Mile, Columbus
fordofcolumbusin.com 812-565-9875
belletire.com
3. Bob Poynter
3020 N. National Road, Columbus 2. Tire Barn
812-372-2575 1390 N. National Road
bobpoyntergm.com 812-777-4333
tirebarn.com
3. Best-One of Columbus
2304 Hawcreek Ave., Columbus
812-372-0261
bestonetire.com
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THE REPUBLIC L 5
Best in Beauty & Health
1560 Central
Ave., Columbus
BLONDIE’S SALON AND SPA | BEST SALON AND BEST SPA 812-376-3066
blondies
columbus.com
The Geniune. The Original. The Best! Thank you for choosing us!
1685 N. Indianapolis Road, Columbus, IN
812-379-2358 | 800-264-0358
overheaddoorsci.com
IN-35064519
6 READER’S CHOICE
Owner’s name: Lindsey Babinec
Year established: 2008
Number of employees: 15
Services provided: Hair cuts, color, extensions, hair and scalp treatments, barbering, styling
lessons, formal styles, blowouts, facials and skin care, micro needling, chemical peels, dermaplan-
ing, full body and facial waxing, lash extensions, lash lifts, lash and brown tinting, brow lamination,
Find out
body scrubs, back facials, body wraps, float pod, spray tanning, airbrush makeup, manicures and more winners
pedicures, Botox and Juvederm injections, B-12 “Liquid Lopo” injections, gift boutique of Health &
Something that sets us apart: “Our goal at Blondie’s is to create an outward expression of Beauty on
you who are as a person. To do that, we take time to get to know you. All of our services start with Page 8
a consultation so we can learn about you, your lifestyle, your likes and dislikes. Once we’ve cus-
tomized your service to you, we want you to be able to maintain your results at home. This might
look like teaching you about the right products for your hair or skin or even putting the curling iron
in your hand while we show you how to create perfect beachy waves. Ultimately, we find a lot of
joy in evoking confidence & empowering you to be your most authentic self.” - Lindsey Babinec
Thank you to our community
for taking the time to recognize so many of our nurses.
We are grateful to ALL
of our nurses/workforce
for their care,
compassion,
and tireless
services to others.
CRH.ORG
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THE REPUBLIC L 7
Best in Beauty & Health (Continued)
Best Barbershop Best hair salon Best nail salon Best tattoo shop
1. Coach’s Cutz 1. Blondie’s Salon and Spa 1. Tina’s Nails 1. Skeleton Crew Tattoo
3188 Washington St., Columbus 1560 Central Ave., Columbus 1441 N. National Road, Columbus 907 Washington St., Columbus
812-603-3946 812-376-3066 812-375-0268 812-378-9277
coachscutz.com blondiescolumbus.com
2. Pink & White Nails 2. Forever Young Studio LLC – Billy
2. Columbus Uppercuts 2. Vivian Lou 1774 25th St., Columbus Young
1453 Washington St., Columbus 3075 Middle Road, Columbus 812-372-9999 101 W. Tipton St., Seymour
812-799-3436 812-376-7202 812-405-2167
3. Venus Nails & Spa
www.vivianloupmsalon.com
3. Central Avenue Barber Shop 1629 N. National Road, Suite B, Co- 3. Expressions Ink Tattoo
2611 Central Ave., Columbus 3. La Mode 607 lumbus 2320 N. National Road, Columbus
812-379-2961 607 Washington St., Columbus 812-418-8444 812-372-3160
812-372-5083 venus-nails-spa-columbus.edan.io
Best hairstylist Best chiropractor
1. Candis Cannon Best spa Best tanning salon 1. Family Chiropractic and Wellness
Creative Hair Designs 1. Blondie’s Salon and Spa 1. A Total Tan 1405 Washington St., Columbus
3122 N. National Road, Columbus 1560 Central Ave., Columbus 2309 N. Marr Road, Columbus 812-373-3376
812-372-8510 812-376-3066 812-376-7848 familychiropracticcolumbus.com
blondiescolumbus.com atotaltancolumbus.net
2. Jackie Marshall 2. Henry Chiropractic Center
Vivian Lou 2. Balance Massage and Wellness 2. Blondie’s Salon and Spa 2790 Brentwood Drive, Columbus
3075 Middle Road, Columbus Studio 1560 Central Ave., Columbus 812-375-4091
812-376-7202 1260 Jackson St., Columbus 812-376-3066 henrychiropracticcenter.com
www.vivianloupmsalon.com 812-799-7538 blondiescolumbus.com
3. Taulman Chiropractic
balancecolumbus.com
3. Cassie Gilpin 3. Planet Fitness 1001 Washington St., Columbus
Color Me Happy 3. Elite Wellness & Beauty 3055 25th St., Columbus 812-342-9850
3115 20th St., Columbus 3555 N. National Road 812-376-3000 taulmanchiro.com
812-657-3310 812-372-1300 planetfitness.com
elitewellnesscolumbus.com
The Best Insurance
Agency in Columbus!
INSURANCE, LLC
zellerinsurance.com | 812-372-8456
IN-35064483
8 READER’S CHOICE
Best dentist Best nurse Best home health agency 3. Lancaster Hearing Aid Center
2205 Central Ave., Columbus
1. Dr. Richard Newton 1. Casey Turner – CRH 1. Comfort Keepers
812-375-1806
2606 Central Ave., Columbus 3136 N. National Road, Suite H, Co-
2. Carol Behling -- CRH lancasterhearingcenter.net
812-372-5121 lumbus
3. Kim Coy – CRH 812-372-2222 Best weight loss center
2. Dr. Joseph Golding
comfortkeepers.com
3240 Middle Road, Columbus 1. Metabolic Research Center
812-376-8610 • Best family doctor 2. Elder’s Journey Home Care 2121-B 25th St., Columbus
columbusdentalcare.net 1. Blue Elk Family Clinic 3136 N. National Road, Columbus 812-375-1900
50 E. Willow St., Suite C, Nashville 812-375-0225 emetabolic.com/locations/centers/
3. Watts Family Dentistry
812-200-8265 eldersjourney.org southcentral-indiana/
3146 N. National Road, Columbus
provider.kareo.com/dr-larry-sanchez
812-372-5568 3. Brown County Health & Living 2. Weight Watchers
wattsfamilydds.com 2. Sandcrest Family Medicine 55 Willow St., Nashville WW Studio @ Holiday Inn Columbus
3203 Middle Road, Suite 230, Colum- 812-988-6666 2485 W. Jonathon Moore Pike
Best eye doctor bus cardon.us/communities/brown-coun- weightwatchers.com
1. Coers Family Eyecare 812-373-2700 ty-health-living-community/
3. Franciscan Health Weight Loss
2520 California St., Suite G, Columbus crh.org/physician-practices/sandcrest-
Best hearing aid store Center
812-418-0080 family-medicine
5230 E. Stop 11 Road, Suite 190, India-
coersfamilyeyecare.com 3. MyCare Family Med 1. Sound Hearing Solutions – Dr. Kristi napolis
4001 W. Goeller Blvd., Columbus Conner 317-528-7525
2. Dr. Tavel Family Eye Care
812-375-3330 3105 Middle Road, Suite B, Columbus franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facil-
2440 N. National Road, Columbus
crh.org/physician-practices/mycare- 812-372-1886 ities/franciscan-health-weight-loss-
812-372-8895
family-med lifesoundsgood.com/soundhearin- center-indianapolis-40
drtavel.com
gaudiologists
3. The Eye Place
2. Beltone Hearing Care Center
1130 Washington St., Columbus
941 25th St., Columbus
812-379-9893
812-390-4001
theeyeplacesite.com
beltone.com
IN-35061160
THE REPUBLIC L 9
Best in entertainment & Leisure
COLUMBUS PARKS AND RECREATION - Parks and People Trail | BEST ACTIVITY FOR FAMILY
739 22nd St.,
Columbus
812-376-2680
columbusparks
andrec.com
Thank you for voting us number one
in Windows and doors!
We are the best because we have the best customers!
Our customers are what make us successful.
Exterior Home Solutions
1636 State St., Suite G • Columbus
812-372-0008 • 1-800-Next-Window
www.windowworldscindiana.com
IN-35064544
10 READER’S CHOICEDirector’s Name: Mark Jones What sets us apart: “The Best activity for family Best radio station
Columbus Parks and Recreation De- 1. Columbus Parks and Recreation – 1. QMIX 107.3
Number of Employees: 230
partment has a firm belief that ev- parks and People Trail 825 Washington St., Columbus
part-time/full-time employees
eryone should have access to family 739 22nd St., Columbus 812-379-1077
Year Parks and Recreation 812-376-2680 qmix.com
recreation programs and should be
was established: 1947 columbusparksandrec.com 2. WKKG 101.5
able to enjoy Columbus’ beauti-
2. CERAland Park 3212 Washington St., Columbus
Services provided: “Here at ful parks and trails. We view parks
3989 S. Road 525E, Columbus 812-372-4448
the Columbus Parks and Recre- as a service and because of that, 812-377-5849 wkkg.com
ation Department, we proudly we work hard to remove as many ceraland.org 3. WIN 104.9
offer a wide variety of programs barriers of entry to our programs as 3212 Washington St., Columbus
3. Columbus Bowling Center
for families and people of all ages. possible; be they financial barriers, 3010 State St., Columbus 812-372-4448
These programs span a wide ar- physical barriers, etc. One way that 812-372-7857 win1049.com
ray of subjects, from online trivia, we work to overcome financial bar- columbusbowlingcenter.com
Best after-work gathering spot
recreational events in the park, day riers that families may face in partic- Best newspaper carrier 1. 4th Street Bar & Grill
camps, indoor gymnastics, and ice ipating in our programs is through 433 Fourth St., Columbus
1. Buddy Jines
skating, and organized youth and the Chuck Wilt Youth Scholarship 812-376-7063
2. Ron Mauk 4thstreetbar.com
adult sports leagues, just to name program. This program awards
a few. We also are a destination for eligible individuals a maximum of 3. Douglas Little 2. The Garage Pub and Grill
several regional and national sports $140.00 per child per calendar year 308 Fourth St., Columbus
812-418-8918
attractions/tournaments, helping to be used on any of our programs.
thegaragepubandgrill.com
establish Columbus as a unique This is how we stay true to our mis-
3. Hog Molly Brewing Co.
tourist spot for countless families sion statement of ‘Enriching Lives…
830 Depot St., Columbus
involved in traveling sports.” - Co- Building Community.’” - Columbus 812-343-9193
lumbus Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation hogmollybrewing.com
Thanks for
Voting Us the BEST!
See why at ivytech.edu
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THE REPUBLIC L 11Best in FOOD & DINING
GRAMZ BAKERY | BEST BAKERY AND BEST COOKIE
Owner’s name: Jay and
Karen Cole, general manager
Rachelle Cole
Year established:
Purchased in 2013
Services provided: Bakery
offers coffee, teas, smoothies,
bagels, breakfast items, cook-
ies, brownies and more.
409 Washington
St., Columbus
812-378-9728
gramz-105734.
square.site
Thanks for voting us
BEST MECHANIC!
We provide bumper-to-bumper
service at H K Auto.
Services we offer include general auto repair,
diesel engine repair, fleet maintenance and repair,
and transmission repair. Also available from
H K Auto are batteries and new tires.
We value customer service and will inform you
about progress on your vehicle and will help you
understand what actually needs repaired and why.
We’re mechanics you can trust.
We make getting you — back on the road
— and out of the shop — OUR PRIORITY.
IN-35064604
812-375-9335 | info@hkautoservice.com
12 READER’S CHOICEBest “home-cooking” Best barbecue Best burger Best cookie
1. Rohde’s Family Diner 1. Big JT’s Craft BBQ 1. Joe Willy’s 1. Gramz Bakery
1644 Orinoco Ave., Columbus 300 Hope Ave., Columbus 1034 Washington St., Columbus 409 Washington St., Columbus
812-372-1890 812-799-6282 812-379-4559 812-378-9728
rohdesfamilydiner.com bigjtscraftbbq.com gramz-105734.square.site
2. Five Guys
2. Cracker Barrel 2. Indiana Smokehouse 1675 N. National Road, Suite A, Co- 2. Subway
11701 N. U.S. 31, Edinburgh 2825 Middle Road, Columbus lumbus 2345 Beam Road, Suite A, Columbus
812-526-7968 812-799-0067 812-657-3788 812-378-2929
crackerbarrel.com indianasmokehouse.com fiveguys.com 1130 25th St., Columbus
812-376-3581
3. Jill’s Diner 3. Hickory Hillz BBQ 3. The Brick
2665 State St., Columbus
421 Seventh St., Columbus 16021 U.S. 31, Edinburgh 309 Walnut St., Jonesville
812-418-8450
812-418-8970 812-526-5280 812-522-8636
2475 W. Jonathan Moore Pike,
hickoryhillzbbq.com
Best bakery Best caterer Columbus
Best breakfast 812-378-0621
1. Gramz Bakery 1. First Class Catering
subway.com
409 Washington St., Columbus 1. Blackerby’s Hangar 5 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus
812-378-9728 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus 812-314-7849 3. Ahlemeyer Farms Bakery
gramz-105734.square.site 812-378-4010 firstclasscateringin.com 2034 17th St., Columbus
blackerbyshangar5.com 812-372-7437
2. Ahlemeyer Farms Bakery 2. Blackerby’s Hangar 5 Catering
2034 17th St., Columbus 2. Cracker Barrel 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus
812-372-7437 11701 N. U.S. 31, Edinburgh 812-314-7835
812-526-7968 hangarfivecatering.com
3. Donut Central
crackerbarrel.com
1504 Central Ave., Columbus 3. Henry Social Club
812-657-7056 3.Café Central 423 Washington St., Columbus
donutcentralcolumbus.com 1606 Central Ave., Columbus 812-799-1371
812-372-0000 henrysocialclub.com
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THE REPUBLIC L 13Best in food & dining (Continued)
Best doughnut Best frozen treats Best Chinese
1. Donut Central 1. 7K Farms 1. Yee Kee
1504 Central Ave., Columbus 3155 W. Road 650N, Columbus 3984 25th St., Columbus
812-657-7056 812-526-2651 812-376-8575
donutcentralcolumbus.com 7kfarms.com yeekeecolumbus.com
2. Donuts N Coffee 2. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 2. Ru Yi
2222 State St., Columbus 2215 Columbus Center, Columbus 2125 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
812-376-2796 812-376-7311 812-378-8888
donutsncoffee.net 616 Third St., Columbus ruyicolumbus.com
3. Bohemian Café 812-372-9601 3. Chopstick
216 E. Walnut St., North Vernon dairyqueen.com 3045 Columbus Center, Columbus
812-614-4788 3. Culver’s 812-376-3333
90 Johnson Blvd., Columbus chopstickcolumbusin.com
Best wings
812-799-0035 Best pizza
1. Buffalo Wild Wings culvers.com
2035 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus 1. Zwanzigz Pizza
812-375-1770 Best Italian food 1038 Lafayette Ave., Columbus
buffalowildwings.com 812-376-0200
1. Johnny Carino’s
zwanzigz.com
2. Papa’s Grill 870 Creekview Drive, Columbus
3780 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus 812-372-2266 2. Greek’s Pizzeria
812-342-9736 carinos.com 920 25th St., Columbus
Papasfamily.net 812-657-3500
2. Fazoli’s greekspizzeria.com
3. Applebee’s Grill & Bar 3041 N. National Road, Columbus
1900 25th St., Columbus 812-372-3353 3. Chicago’s Pizza
812-372-4381 fazolis.com 3780 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
applebees.com 812-657-7003
3. Olive Garden chicagospizza.com
Best drive-thru/carry out 1274 U.S. 31, Greenwood
1. Chick-fil-A 317-887-3030 Best Restaurant
1250 N. National Road, Columbus olivegarden.com 1. Amazing Joe’s
812-375-1540 2607 Central Ave., Columbus
Best Mexican food 812-378-2130
chick-fil-a.com
1. Camila’s Mexican Restaurant amazingjoes.com
2. Wendy’s 1824 25th St., Columbus
2945 N. National Road, Columbus 2. Henry Social Club
812-657-3663
812-376-3476 423 Washington St., Columbus
1915 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus 2. El Nopal 812-799-1371
812-375-5164 3330 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus henrysocialclub.com
wendys.com 812-314-8991 3. Texas Roadhouse
elnopalonline.com 2780 Merchant Mile, Columbus
3. Burger King
3. Riviera Maya 812-378-4632
2710 25th St., Columbus
2326 25th St., Columbus texasroadhouse.com
812-372-7415
2725 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus 812-372-6576
rivieramayamexicanrestaurant.com
Best waitress/waiter
812-378-48216
1. Tara Burris – The Garage Pub & Grill
bk.com
2. Vanessa Alba – Buffalo Wild Wings
3. Barry Grimes – Papa’s Grill
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IN-35064667
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14 READER’S CHOICEBest in Home & Home Service
NEAL PAINT & WALLPAPER | BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE
Owner’s name: Wayne Fritz are satisfied no matter what. - Submit-
ted by Neal Paint & Wallpaper
523 Washington Year established: 1935
St., Columbus Number of employees: 3 Fun Fact: When Wayne took over
812-376-6654 the window treatment installations for
Services provided: Paint sales, his dad in 1981, customers were not
nealpaintand wallpaper, window treatments, blinds
wallpaper.com used to this “young boy with long hair
shades
and a leather jack” coming in to their
Something that sets us apart: homes to install their blinds/drapes. In
Neal Paint and Wallpaper has been fact, one day when Wayne pulled in to
a family-owned business since 1935. a customer’s drive to do an install, the
Customers are not just customers, lady of the house met him at the door
they are friends. Because of the lon- and said, “If Russell’s (Wayne’s father)
gevity of the business, they have come not installing them, I don’t want them!”
to know generations of families. When Wayne replied, “Dad will be here in
the building remodel was complete, 30 minutes.” Needless to say, Wayne
an open house was organized and did gain the customer’s trust and
all were invited to come see “an old have installed window treatments in
friend with a new look.” countless homes, businesses, churches
They not only provide quality products — not just in Columbus but may many,
and service, but also go the extra mile places. - Submitted by Neal Paint &
to make sure their customers/friends Wallpaper
The best In-Home Care For A Loved One.
You brighten
our day!
3136 N. National Road, Thank you for
Suite H, Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 372-2222 choosing REMC as
your #1
• Companion Care • Personal Care
• Dementia/Alzheimer’s Care
• In-Home Safety Solutions
©2020 CK Franchising, Inc. An international network where most offices are independently owned and operated.
Thank you for voting us
number 1 home health agency!
comfortkeepers.com IN-35064704
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THE REPUBLIC L 15Best in home & Home service (Continued)
Best carpet store Best real estate Best windows and doors Best plumbing company
1. Riverside Carpet One agent (person) 1. Window World 1. Peterman Heating, Cooling &
3450 N. National Road, Columbus 1. Candi Hester 1636 State St., Suite G, Columbus Plumbing
812-669-4346 Realty One Group 812-372-0008 4470 Middle Road, Columbus
riversidecarpetonecolumbus.com 436 Washington St., Columbus windoworldscindiana.com 812-418-8180
812-344-3480 petermanhvac.com
2. Columbus Carpet & Linoleum 2. Kenny Glass
2690 State St., Columbus dream.myrealtyonegroup.com 5240 N. U.S. 31, Columbus 2. Fitzsimmons Plumbing
812-372-1915 2. Chase Simpson 812-372-8834 6410 E. 25th St., Columbus
columbuscarpetinc.com F.C. Tucker kennyglass.com 812-350-1684
3. Timberline Restoration 430 Washington St., Columbus 3. Overhead Door Co. of South Cen- 3. Jason McCord
247 S. Gladstone Ave., Columbus 812-418-8522 tral Indiana 12880 W. Becks Grove Road, Colum-
812-341-0072 talktotucker.com 1685 N. Indianapolis Road, Columbus bus
timberlinerestoration.com 3. Jes Waller 812-379-2358 812-342-3548
F.C. Tucker overheaddoorsci.com
Best home improvement store Best Mattress Store
430 Washington St., Columbus
1. Neal Paint & Wallpaper Best heating and air company 1. MFG Furniture & Mattress
812-418-8522
523 Washington St., Columbus talktotucker.com 1. Peterman Heating, Cooling & 1535 N. National Road, Columbus
812-376-6654 Plumbing 812-375-1167
nealpaintandwallpaper.com Best real estate 4470 Middle Road, Columbus mfg-furniture.com
agency (business) 812-418-8180
2. Goecker Building Supplies – True 2. Furniture & Things
petermanhvac.com
Value 1. F.C. Tucker 1661 N. State St., North Vernon
1800 S. Walnut St., Seymour 430 Washington St., Columbus 2. Advantage Heating and Air 812-352-6099
812-522-4181 812-418-8522 2040 Cottage Ave., Suite A, Columbus furnitureandthings.org
2885 State Road 3, North Vernon talktotucker.com 812-379-4911
3. Thompson Furniture & Mattress
812-346-3627 advantageheatingandair.com
2. RE/MAX 2440 Central Ave., Columbus
goeckers.com
301 First St., Columbus 3. Roth Heating & Cooling 812-376-7856
3. Lowe’s Home Improvement 812-372-2200 812-546-4396 thompsonfurniture.net
3500 10th St., Columbus remax.com
812-376-0521 Best landscaping company
3. Century 21 Breeden Realtors
lowes.com 1. Kim Rayburn Landscape Design
700 Washington St., Columbus
and Consulting
Best exterminator 812-372-3766
812-764-4326
breedenrealtors.c21.com
1. Burt’s Termite & Pest Control kimrayburnlandscape.com
805 Depot St., Columbus 2. Brown Hill Nursery
812-372-3212 9250 W. Road 225S, Columbus
burtspestcontrol.com 812-342-3565
2. Perkins Termite and Pest Control 3. Pahl’s Lawn Care
5342 S. Road 1005E, Grammer 812-526-3800
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3. Rule One Pest Solutions
1685 Quaker Hill Drive, North Vernon
812-718-5239
Serving the
community fresh
homegrown produce
and pork since 1929.
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16 READER’S CHOICEBest furniture store Best pools & spas supply Best farm supply
1. MFG Furniture & Mattress 1. Raft to Rafters 1. Jacobi Sales
1535 N. National Road, Columbus 5780 25th St., Columbus 415 Stevens Way, Seymour
812-375-1167 812-372-7983 812-523-5050
mfg-furniture.com rafttorafters.com jacobisales.com
2. Thompson Furniture & Mattress 2. Lovins Select Pool and Spa 2. Rural King
2440 Central Ave., Columbus 1513 25th St., Columbus 2985 N. National Road, Columbus
812-376-7856 812-657-3215 812-378-0280
thompsonfurniture.net lovinsselectpoolandspa.com ruralking.com
3. Greemann’s Furniture & Mattress Gallery 3. Perry’s Pool Shop 3. Wright Implement
205 S. Chestnut St., Seymour 626 E. Tipton St., Seymour 1250 W. Second St., Seymour
812-522-2397 812-522-5137 812-522-1922
greemannfurniture.com perryspoolshop.com wrightimp.com
Best cabinetry Best garage door company Best electrical service
1. Columbus Cabinetry 1. Overhead Door Co. of South Central Indiana 1. REMC
1117 16th St., Columbus 1685 N. Indianapolis Road, Columbus 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus
812-799-3086 812-379-2358 812-372-2546
columbuscabinetryrta.com overheaddoorsci.com bcremc.com
2. Joslin’s Cabinet Co. 2. Integrity Garage Doors 2. Duke Energy
4050 Middle Road, Columbus 1130 Ruddick Ave., Suite 102, Columbus 1000 E. Main St., Plainfield
812-379-1392 812-350-7140 800-521-2232
joslinscabinetco.com integrity-garage-doors-garage-door-supplier.busi- duke-energy.com
ness.site
3. Cregg Custom Cabinets 3. Allen Electric
812-342-3605 3. Sterling Garage Doors 812-343-7235
630 Behren Court, Columbus
812-376-9868
sterlinggaragedoorsinc.com
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Tim Mellinger Greg Erdman Tim Beineke
for Voting for Us!
David Thayer was the owner
and designer of the course,
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built with the help of his six
children and wife of 63 years.
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9 Hole Golf Course Paul Waltz Bob Hult Keith Jones,
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Grandchildren of Oj and
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us #1!
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12000 E. 225 N., Off State Road 9, Near Hope 2820 National Rd. (U.S. 31)
Columbus, IN • 812-378-1000
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the mascot of the course
THE REPUBLIC L 17Best in financial service
GERMAN AMERICAN | BEST FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
President/CEO name: Market President serving the Columbus IN area: Jer-
emy Foster
Chairman and CEO: Mark Schroeder
Number of employees: 825 employees throughout German American
Bank’s footprint in Indiana and Kentucky
43 employees who serve the Columbus, IN, market
Something that sets us apart: In 1910, German American Bank was
founded in a southern Indiana community rich in German-American heritage.
The 110-year history of German American Bank tells quite an extraordinary
story. Our company has experienced and outlasted the effects of wars, boom
times, political changes, fluctuations in local, state and federal economics, the
rise of a global economy, and a plethora of changes in the banking landscape.
Deep seated business values of relationships, trust, people and performance
were the guiding principles and remain so today. Serving with the intention to
help communities thrive so its people can prosper remains at the forefront of
our purpose.
We combine top-rated customer facing technology with a talented, customer-
focused team to deliver service excellence. The foundation to find the best
financial products to help our customers achieve their dreams and goals is
2310 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, based on strong relationships with our customers and a deep knowledge of
Columbus the communities we serve. We attain that knowledge by employing local lead-
240 Jackson St., Columbus ers with a servant mindset combined with a drive to succeed.
803 Washington St., Columbus Our financial strength enables us to make the greatest impact and demon-
1901 25th St., Columbus strates our commitment to corporate responsibility. We support education,
social welfare and human services efforts, the arts, economic development and
812-372-2265
community organizations. German American Bank is committed to investing
germanamerican.com in secure, innovative technology while also making certain that our culture of
CENTRAL INDIANA’S
local-people-helping-local-people succeed stays at the center of our principles.
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18 READER’S CHOICEBest accountant Best financial institution Best mortgage lender
1. Agresta, Storms & O’Leary 1. German American 1. JCB
524 Franklin St., Columbus 2310 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus 2761 Central Ave., Columbus
812-567-3455 240 Jackson St., Columbus 812-378-0850
asocpa.com 803 Washington St., Columbus jcbank.com
1901 25th St., Columbus
2. Blue & Co. 2. Ruoff Mortgage
812-372-2265
627 Washington St., Columbus 1160 Washington St., Columbus
germanamerican.com
812-669-2800 812-799-3711
blueandco.com 2. JCB www.ruoff.com/lending-centers/columbus
2761 Central Ave., Columbus
3. Etc Services 3. Centra Credit Union
812-378-0850
240 California St., Columbus 3801 Tupelo Drive
jcbank.com
812-372-9888 800-232-3642
3. Centra Credit Union Centra.org
3801 Tupelo Drive
800-232-3642
Centra.org
“The Color
Center WE WOULD LIKE TO
of Columbus”
PAINT & WALLPAPER THANK COLUMBUS AND
Family Owned Since 1935
Quality Customer Service
THE READERS FOR THEIR
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picture we are #1!
523 Washington Street
nealpaintandwallpaper.com
812.376.6654
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THE REPUBLIC L 19Best in kids & Education
TONY POTTORFF | BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER
“When you’re around the kids, if you truly
love what you’re doing, you can’t help but
just get their positive energy — they’re
always looking forward.”
- Tony Pottorff, Sept. 9, 2019
Columbus East High School social studies teacher Tony Pottorff, 49, died on Dec.
18 from complications resulting from advanced breast cancer. He is remembered
for his passion for teaching at East for 19 years, his bonds of fellowship at First
Christian Church of Columbus and his love for his family — wife, Margie, and two
daughters, Amanda and Delaney.
Below are quotes that originally appeared in a story in The Republic on Dec. 20
after his passing.
“This is a giant that we have lost on so many levels. Tony always taught with the
greatest passion and professionalism. He was the consummate teacher. When I
think of Tony, I think of love. Great love for his wife and daughters, but also for his
students.” - Greg Lewis, Columbus East Social Studies department chair
“He said teaching was his purpose and it kept him going, in addition to his love for
his family.” - Michelle Burnett, teaching colleague and friend
“His positive attitude served as a beacon for everybody. Just seeing how Tony was
dealing with this cancer with such class and grace was very humbling to me. He
was just a model of how to deal with cancer, and I think his faith was a big part of
that” - Columbus East principal Mark Newell
“Tony was an outstanding teacher who really loved his students, which kept him
going as he battled this dreadful disease. His dedication to his job amazed me.” -
Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. Superintendent Jim Roberts
Thank you for making us Thank you for your votes!
your #1 Family Doctor! COLUMBUS
Dr. Sanchez MD
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Family Practice/Board Certified 2725 24th Street,
Columbus, IN 47201
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(Salt Creek Medical Arts Building) • (812) 200-8265 812-372-6530
20 READER’S CHOICEBest teacher (elementary) Best teacher (high school) Best preschool/daycare
1. Delaney George – CSA Lincoln 1. Tony Pottorff – Columbus East High School 1. First Presbyterian Preschool
512 Seventh St., Columbus
2. Shannon Royer – St. Bartholomew Catholic 2. Scott Seavers – Columbus North High
812-376-6277
School School
fpccolumbus.org
3. Amber Elwood – Parkside Elementary 3. Jerry Mihay – Columbus North High school
2. Little Lambs Child Care
Best teacher (middle school) Best college/university 1610 Taylor Road, Columbus
812-375-9538
1. Mindy Summers – Central Middle School 1. Ivy Tech Community College Columbus
sandyhook.org
4475 Central Ave., Columbus
2. Mr. Reed – Northside Middle School
812-372-9925 3. Learning Tree Preschool
3. Chris Schwartz – St. Bartholomew Catholic ivytech.edu/columbus 618 Eighth St., Columbus
School 812-378-2825
2. IUPUC
learningtreepreschool.fumccolumbus.org
4601 Central Ave., Columbus
812-348-7311
iupuc.edu
3. Indiana University
107 S. Indiana Ave., Bloomington
812-855-4848
Indiana.edu
IN-35064716
THANK YOU
FOR ALL
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THE REPUBLIC L 21Best in PETS
TAILWAGGERS GROOMING SALON | BEST PET GROOMER
Best pet groomer Best kennel
1. Tailwaggers Grooming Salon 1. Dog World Daycare and
2370 N. National Road, Columbus Behavior Center
812-372-1546 1629 Southpark Court, Columbus
2370 N. National 812-375-2334
109 W. Main Cross St.,
Road, Columbus dogworlddaycare.net
Edinburgh
812-372-1546 812-703-5066
2. Wilson’s Kennel
109 W. Main Cross St., 2. K-9 Kutz 6240 E. Road 100S, Columbus
Edinburgh 2519 25th St., Columbus 812-378-5261
812-376-9095 petboardingcolumbus.com
812-703-5066
3. Pet Supplies Plus
3. Guardian-K9
3059 Columbus Center,
3856 N. Indianapolis Road,
Columbus
Columbus
812-657-3838
812-799-0776
petsuppliesplus.com
guardiank9columbus.com
Best pet supplies Best veterinarian
1. Pets Supply Plus
1. Hope Veterinary
3059 Columbus Center, Columbus
Hope Veterinary Clinic East
812-657-3838
300 N. State Road 9, Columbus
petsuppliesplus.com
812-546-4424
Owners names: Mandy Simmons owns the Columbus Tailwaggers location, 2. PetCo Northside Hope Veterinary Clinic
1337 N. National Road, Columbus 8700 N. U.S. 31, Columbus
and Jackie Oltman owns the Edinburgh location which is currently expanding
812-375-0378 812-526-9043
to become Edinburgh Grooming and Doggie Daycare, LLC petco.com Hope Veterinary Clinic West
4220 Jonathan Moore Pike,
Year established: Tailwaggers Columbus was established in 2006 3. Speck’s Pet Supplies
Columbus
3860 W. Carlos Folger Drive,
Number of employees: currently 5 groomers and 2 bathers between the 2 812-342-0263
Columbus
locations hopevetclinic.com
812-565-9100
speckspets.com 2. Best Friends Animal
Services provided: Currently dog grooming which includes nails trimmed
Healthcare – Dr. Chaille
and dremeled, ears cleaned, bath, brush out, and haircut if desired. 4915 Pine Ridge Drive, Columbus
Something that sets us apart: We feel as though caring for your pet 812-342-1233
bestfriendsanimalcare.vetstreet.
is our number one priority. If we feel like there is something off about their com
bodies, or they just aren’t acting the same then we reach out to the pet parent.
3. Athens Animal Clinic
We are saddened when one of our regulars has to cross the rainbow bridge,
1505 N. Indianapolis Road,
and we are ecstatic when families add to their pup crew. We really take to Columbus
heart getting to know our pet families and sharing in their joy! - Submitted by 812-372-9986
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22 READER’S CHOICEBest in Places
WHIPKER’S MARKET AND GREENHOUSE | BEST FARM MARKET
Owners Names: Alan and Karen Whipker
along with sons Mike and Doug Whipker
Year Established: 1928
Number of employees: 14
Services Provided: In the spring, we
grow bedding plants and have bulk mulch. In
the summer, we grow fresh home-grown pro-
duce. In the fall, we grow mums, pumpkins
and other fall decorations. We also supply
schools and local organizations with flowers
and mums for fundraisers.
Fun fact: All of Alan and Karen’s grand-
children (8 total) have or still work at the
5190 U.S. 31, market. - Submitted by Whipker’s Market
Columbus and Greenhouse
812-372-4216
whipkersmarket.
com Find out more winners of
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THE REPUBLIC L 23Best in PLACES
(Continued) Best in SHopping
Best place to worship
1. The Ridge MINASH BOUTIQUE | BEST BOUTIQUE
2800 Bonnell Road, Columbus
812-376-8455
Owners names: Mindy Set-
theridge.org
ser and Ashton Swegman
2. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
719 Fifth St., Columbus Year established: 2014
812-372-1571
stpeterscolumbus.org Number of employees: 2
part-time employees
3. St. Bartholomew Catholic Church
1306 27th St., Columbus Services provided: Sweat-
812-379-9353 ers, dresses, tops, bottoms,
saintbartholomew.org
accessories and styling advice.
Best senior living facility Something that sets us
1. Lutheran Community Home apart: We pride ourselves
111 Church Ave., Seymour
on customer service and
812-522-5927
lutherancommhome.org bringing unique brands and
product to the Columbus area.
2. GreenTree at Westwood
4895 Pine Ridge Drive, Columbus Because we are a mother/
812-565-2491 daughter team we feel that we
greentreewestwood.com bring a wide variety of styles
3. Silver Oaks to the store that cater to
2011 Chapa Drive, Columbus women of all ages. - Submit-
812-657-0750 ted by Minash Boutique
trilogyhs.com
Best farm market
1. Whipker’s Market & Greenhouse
5190 U.S. 31, Columbus
812-372-4216
whipkersmarket.com
2. Bush’s Market
7301 E. 25th St., Columbus 436 Washington St.,
812-379-9077 Suite 4, Columbus
bushsmarket.com
812-799-7915
3. Hackman Family Farm Market
minashboutique.com
6077 S. State Road 135, Vallonia
812-358-3377
hackmanfamilyfarmmarket.com
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24 READER’S CHOICEBest antiques Best bargain/thrift store Best convenience store Best jewelry story
1. Exit 76 Antique Mall 1. Sans Souci 1. Circle K 1. Columbus Gold & Diamond
12595 N. Executive Drive, Edinburgh 1526 13th St., Columbus 1720 N. National Road, Columbus 2725 24th St., Columbus
812-526-7676 812-372-3419 812-376-0516 812-372-6530
exit76antiques.com sanssouci.org 4005 25th St., Columbus columbusgoldanddiamond.com
2. Picker’s Paradise 812-372-6409 2. Max’s Jewelry
2. Pickers Paradise
1750 25th St., Columbus 1644 Central Ave., Columbus 401 Washington St., Columbus
1750 25th St., Columbus
812-657-3488 812-378-5231 812-379-4572
812-657-3488
262 N. Gladstone Ave., Columbus
3. Happy Nest 3. Goodwill 812-378-1766 3. Kay Jewelers
1630 Home Ave., Columbus 980 Creekview Drive, Columbus 760 Jonesville Road, Columbus 3058 Columbus Center, Columbus
812-657-3604 812-372-3530 812-378-6235 812-376-3457
55 Carr Hill Road, Columbus 2415 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus kay.com
Best boutique 812-669-1943 812-375-2264
1. Minash Boutique Goodwill.org Best formal wear
circlek.com
436 Washington St., Suite 4, Colum- 1. Dell Brothers
2. GetGo Gas Station 416 Washington St., Columbus
bus
812-799-7915 1711 25th St., Columbus 812-372-4486
minashboutique.com 812-657-7350 dellbrothers.com
getgocafe.com
2. Tessellate Society Apparel Co. 2. Sophia’s Bridal and Tux
1731 Central Ave., Columbus 3. Casey’s 544 Washington St., Columbus
812-552-4067 415 S. Gladstone Ave., Columbus 812-375-2223
tessellatesociety.commentsold.com 812-376-3160 sophiasbridalandtux.com
caseys.com
3. Boutique Elise 3. Kohl’s
408 Washington St., Columbus 711 Creekview Drive, Columbus
boutiqueelise.com 812-375-1955
kohls.com
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for Our mission is to
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hair salon + day spa + med spa + nail salon
THE REPUBLIC L 25Best in Services
BOB HENDERSHOT | BEST INSURANCE AGENT
Best lawyer Best insurance agency Best print shop
1. Jeff Beck - Beck Rocker & Habig 1. Zeller Insurance 1. Prestige Printing
320 Franklin St., Columbus 911 25th St., Columbus 1307 12th St., Columbus
812-372-8858 812-372-8456 812-372-2500
beckrocker.com zellerinsurance.com prestigeteam.biz
2. Whitted Law 2. PIP Printing
2. Johnson-Witkemper Insurance
431 Washington St., Columbus 808 Third St., Columbus
812-376-6676 305 Washington St., Columbus
812-376-9264
whittedlaw.com 812-372-7829
pip.com
jwinsurance.com
3. Coriden Glover 3. Hoosier Sporting Goods
445 Fifth St., Columbus 3. Richard Hawes 611 Washington St., Columbus
812-375-9800 1428 Franklin St., Columbus 812-376-3418
coriden.com 812-376-3869 hoosiersportinggoods.com
hawesinsurance.com
Best marketing Best Funeral Home
Indiana Farm 1. AIM Media Best insurance agent 1. Myers-Reed Chapel
Bureau Insurance 2980 N. National Road, Suite A,
1. Bob Hendershot 3729 25th St., Columbus
Columbus
221 Chestnut St., 812-372-7811 Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance 812-376-3341
Columbus aimmediaindiana.com 221 Chestnut St., Columbus dignitymemorial.com
812-372-4483 2. Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral
812-372-4483 2. Kindred’s Computers infarmbureau.com 1029 Washington St., Columbus
infarmbureau.com 319 Calvin Blvd., Seymour
812-803-2600 2. Nate West 812-372-2515
kindredscomputers.com Zeller Insurance 4205 W. Jonathan Moore Pike
911 25th St., Columbus 812-342-4467
3. Digital AIM Media barkesweaverglick.com
2980 N. National Road, Suite A, 812-372-8456
Year established: I have been an agent Columbus zellerinsurance.com 3. Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral
since 1973 and in Columbus since 1992. Born 812-379-5778 Home
3. Sam Wilmot 3855 25th St., Columbus
digitalaimmedia.com
and raised in Columbus. Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance 812-372-9923
Best nursery 221 Chestnut St., Columbus jewellrittman.com
Services provided: I sell all types and 812-372-4483
1. Whipker’s Market & Greenhouse
forms of insurance including auto, home, con- 5190 U.S. 31, Columbus infarmbureau.com Best Janitorial Service
do, farm, business insurance, life, health and 812-372-4216 1. Sherri’s Pro Clean
variable life, 401K plans, and mutual funds. whipkersmarket.com 362 N. Gladstone Ave., Columbus
2. Schneider’s Nursery 812-375-8827
Something that sets me apart: I be- 3066 U.S. 50, Seymour 2. Go Green Cleaning Co.
lieve that all insurance is alike until you have a 812-522-4068 812-344-5023
claim. Second, your insurance is only as good schneidernursery.com gogreencleaningcompanyin.com
as your agent. All my clients have access to 3. Jackson’s Nursery 3. Diversified Cleaning Services
me via office, email, text and my cell phone 7183 E. Road 400N, Greensburg 2009 E. Morgan St., Martinsville
888-596-9221 765-342-9862
24/7. - Submitted by Bob Hendershot
jacksonnursery.com diversifiedcleaning.com/
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On behalf of Coach’s Cutz, we
would like to formally thank the
showing strong community for voting us Best
Barbershop.
support and
The Coach’s Cutz team is deeply
picking us #1! moved by your expression of
confidence in us, and we are
3705 Middle Rd., Columbus immensely grateful to our loyal
supporters. We would like to
812-373-9992 thank everyone who participated
in voting us Best Barbershop in
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the area. Your kindness has not
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26 READER’S CHOICEBest florist Best dry cleaner/laundromat Best parts service Best construction company
1. Pomp & Bloom 1. Art’s Cleaners 1. Jacobi Sales 1. Shelby Materials
1132 Ruddick Ave., Columbus 1980 N. National Road, Columbus 415 Stevens Way, Seymour 5165 Indianapolis Road, Columbus
812-344-1302 812-379-4030 812-523-5050 812-372-5553
pompandbloom.com 326 California St., Columbus jacobisales.com shelbymaterials.com
2. Amari Arrangements & Gifts 812-372-2522 2. NAPA Auto Parts 2. Taylor Brothers Construction Co.
955 Second St., Columbus 2. Speedy Clean Laundromat 3665 N. National Road, Columbus 4555 Middle Road, Columbus
812-375-1866 282 N. Gladstone Ave., Columbus 812-372-8411 812-379-9547
columbusinflorist.com 812-799-0687 8503 State Road 9, Hope tbcci.com
speedycleanlaundromat.com 812-546-6101 3. Force Construction Co.
3. Fisher’s Flower Basket
napaonline.com 990 N. National Road, Columbus
662 N. Gladstone Ave., Columbus 3. Summit Cleaners 812-372-8441
812-372-6688 710 Creekview Drive, Columbus 3. AutoZone Auto Parts
forceco.com
fishersflowerbasket.com 812-376-9274 2575 Central Ave., Columbus
Summitseymour.com 812-376-0197 Best customer service
Best Photographer 2220 W. Jonathan Moore Pike
1. Jessica – Hawes Insurance
1. Jill Linn Photography Best Investment Service 812-375-0298
1428 Franklin St., Columbus
812-350-1601 1. Forman Investment Services autozone.com
812-376-3869
justjillphoto.com 2635 Fox Pointe Drive, Columbus Best rentals hawesinsurance.com
2. Ali Elizabeth photography 812-378-0730
formanis.com 1. Bobcat 2. Zeller Insurance
812-343-0575
890 N. National Road, Columbus 911 25th St., Columbus
alielizabethphotography.com 2. Kirr, Marbach & Co. 812-775-1470 812-372-8456
3. Lauren Kirts Photography 621 Washington St., Columbus bobcat.com zellerinsurance.com
812-525-3022 812-376-9444
2. MacAllister Rentals 3. Chick-fil-A
laurenkirtsphotography.com kirrmar.com
3465 State St., Columbus 1250 N. National Road, Columbus
3. Matt Carothers 812-376-0538 812-375-1540
Northwestern Mutual macallisterrentals.com chick-fil-a.com
404 Washington St., Suite 204, Columbus
3. Ogle’s Tool and Party Rental
812-372-2858 750 Repp Drive, Columbus
northwesternmutual.com 812-372-7385
oglesrentals.com
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THE REPUBLIC L 27Best in spirits
4TH STREET BAR & GRILL | BEST BAR/LOUNGE
Best winery Best distillery
1. Simmons Winery 1. Hard Truth Distilling Co.
8111 E. Road 450N, 418 Old State Road 46,
Columbus Nashville
812-546-0091 812-720-4840
simmonswinery.com hardtruthdistilling.com
2. 450 North Brewing Co. 2. Savage Distilling
8111 E. Road 450N, 1561 Cottage Ave., Columbus
Columbus 812-657-7898
812-546-0091
3. Bear Wallow Distillery
450northbrewing.com
4484 Old State Road 46,
3. Brown County Winery Nashville
4520 E. State Road 46, 812-657-4923
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Year established: 1981, 1999 under current owners 3. Hog Molly Brewing Co.
Columbus
830 Depot St., Columbus
Number of employees: 23 812-546-0091
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Services provided: Full service restaurant and bar with live entertainment, karaoke, and
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live trivia. We are open for lunch, dinner and late night six days a week, closed Sundays. We 830 Depot St., Columbus
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