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Shop ‘Til You DropAntique store First - Beard’s Antiques
Among the Best - Stewart’s AntiquesMagnolia Antique Mall
Accessory Store Best - The Fashion BarnAmong the Best - Accessory Corner
Claire’s
Appliance Store Best - Lowe’sAmong the Best - A-1 Appliance Center
Sears
Building Supply Store Best - New Home Building StoreAmong the Best - Lowe’s
Cash & Carry
Children’s Clothing Best - The Children’s PlaceAmong the Best - Reed’s
Belk
Department Store Best - BelkAmong the Best - JC Penney
Sears
Discount Store Best - Fred’sAmong the Best - Dollar General
Wall’s
Floor Covering Best - Johnson Carpet CenterAmong the Best - Lowe’s
James Floor Covering
Florist Best - The BeehiveAmong the Best - Noweta’s
Ivy Cottage Florist
Formal Wear/Bridal Best - House of TuxAmong the Best - A Southern Wedding
The Fashion Barn
Furniture Store Best - Ashley FurnitureAmong the Best - Spiller Furniture
Goose Hollow Furniture
Gift Shop Best - The Purple ElephantAmong the Best - Gifts Etc.
Pizzaz
Hardware Store Best - Military HardwareAmong the Best - Lowe’s
Marvin’s
Home Electronics Store Best - Audio AdvantageAmong the Best - Hooper’s
Sears
Jewelry Store Best - Rae’s JewelryAmong the Best - Reed’s Jewelers
Zales
Lighting Store Best - Lighting UnlimitedAmong the Best - Lighting Plus
Lowe’s
Paint Store Best - The Paint StoreAmong the Best - Lowe’s
Sherwin Williams
Shoe Store Best - BelkAmong the Best - Reed’s
The Shoe Department
Thrift Store Best - Palmer Home Thrift ShopAmong the Best - The Salvation Army
Wall’s
Women’s Clothing Best - The Fashion BarnAmong the Best - Belk
Melange
Superior ServiceApartment Complex Best - Falcon Lair
Among the Best - The WaverlyFranklin Condominiums
Bail Bondsman Best - Kenneth MontgomeryAmong the Best - All Pro Bail Bonding
Leigh’s Bail Bonding
Caterer Best - Table of PlentyAmong the Best - Harding Catering
Sweet Peppers Deli
Day Care/Preschool Best - First Baptist ChurchAmong the Best - First United Methodist Church
ABC & Me
Dry Cleaner Best - Shelton CleanersAmong the Best - Commerce Cleaners
Regal Cleaners
Employment Agency Best - CPI Group, Inc.Among the Best - Key Staff Source
WIN Job Center
Funeral Home Best - Memorial and Gunter & Peel Funeral Homes
Among the Best - Lowndes Funeral Home & Crematory
Welch Funeral Home
Heating & Cooling Services Best - Advanced Air Systems
Among the Best - Brislin, Inc.Dale Refrigeration
Insurance Agent Best - Denise GoodAmong the Best - Mark Hardy
John Longmire
Landscape/Lawn Care Best - Smith’s LandscapingAmong the Best - Grassmasters
Lance Dawkins
Law Firm Best - Stone & HayesAmong the Best - Sims & SimsNichols Crowell Gillis & Amos
Liquor Store Best - Mike’sAmong the Best - The Jug
Wines, Etc.
Plumber Best - Bob McIntyreAmong the Best - R&D Plumbing
Roto Rooter
Preschool Best - Main Street PresbyterianFirst United Methodist Church
First Baptist Church
Private School Best - Immanuel Center for Christian Education
Heritage AcademyAnnunciation Catholic School
Professional Photographer Best - Amber’sPhotography
Among the Best - Kelly HayesSherwood Photography
Real Estate Agent Best - Kimberly ReedAmong the Best - Doris Denney
Stewart StaffordPhyllis Enis
Restaurant Wait Staff Best - Harvey’sAmong the Best - Huck’s Place
Jack’s
Health MattersAlternative Medicine Best - Robert’s Apothecary
Among the Best - GNC, Saum Chiropractic, Clinic at New Hope,
Eden Medispa, Dr. Mike White
Assisted Living Community Best - Trinity PlaceAmong the Best - Plantation Pointe
Windsor Place
Chiropractor Best - Saum Chiropractic ClinicAmong the Best - Dr. Susie Johnson
Veal Chiropractic Clinic
Dentist Best - Dr. Gary WaldropAmong the Best - Dr. David Curtis
Dr. John Fields
Family Physician Best - Dr. Mark A. Friloux, M.D.Among the Best - Dr. Robert Buckley, M.D.
Dr. Jerry Turner, M.D.
Medical Center/Hospital Best - Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle
Among the Best - Lowndes Family Medical ClinicOktibbeha County Hospital
North Mississippi Medical Center
Nurse Practitioner Best - Stephanie Gale, CFNPAmong the Best - Joy Murphy, CFNP
Brenda Stewart, CFNP
Nursing Home Best - Trinity PlaceAmong the Best - Windsor Place
Plantation Pointe
OB/GYN Best - Gregory Childrey, M.D.Among the Best - Charlotte Magnussen, M.D.
Joseph B. Witty, M.D.
Best of the Triangle Winners
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Best of the Triangle WinnersOphthalmologist/Optometrist Best - Dr. Dan Bennett
Among the Best - Dr. David CurtisDr. Scott Bradley
Orthodontist Best - Cooper Callway, DMDAmong the Best - John Russell, DMD
John E. Griffin, DMD
Orthopedist Best - Scott Jones, M.D.Among the Best - Russell C. Linton, M.D.
Chad Altmeyer, M.D.
Pediatrician Best - Pamela Sykes, M.D.Among the Best - Jacob Skiwski, M.D.
Keith Watson, M.D.
Pharmacy Best - Robert’s ApothecaryAmong the Best - Rite-Aid
Walgreens
Surgeon Best - Thomas Vinson, M.D.Among the Best - Jerry Stennett, M.D.
Chad Altmeyer, M.D.
Veterinarian Best - Wilcox & Sutton Animal ClinicAmong the Best - Animal Health Services
Dr. Bonnie Blake, DVM
Gettin’ AroundAuto Dealer/New Domestic Best - Carl Hogan
Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Dodge, Jeep
Among the Best - Premier FordMitchell Automotive
Auto Dealer/New Import Best - Carl Hogan ToyotaAmong the Best - Columbus Nissan
Mitchell Automotive
Auto Dealer/ Used Best - Allen JonesAmong the Best - Carl Hogan Chevrolet,
Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Dodge, JeepPremier Ford
Auto Repair Best - Midas Auto Service ExpertsAmong the Best - Dunn’s Transmission
A&W Service Center
Auto Salesman Best - Jim Stafford, Carl Hogan Automotive
Among the Best - Clyde Rhea, Carl Hogan Automotive
Paar Colvin, Carl Hogan Honda
Bike Shop Best - The Bicycle ShopAmong the Best - Clayton Village Cycle Center
Boardtown Bikes
Boat Dealer Best - The Boat GalleryAmong the Best - Miller Marine
Performance Marine
Boat Repair Best - Miller MarineAmong the Best - The Boat Gallery
Performance Marine
Car Wash/Detail Shop Best - The Auto SpaAmong the Best - D & B
River City
Oil Change Best - Express Oil ChangeAmong the Best - Midas Auto Service Experts
Miller’s OK Tire
Tire Store Best - Miller’s OK TireAmong the Best - Sansings
Lowndes County Radial
Let’s EatBBQ Best - Hank’s #1 BBQ
Among the Best - PJ’s SmokeoutThe Little Dooey
Buffet Best - Steve Barnhill’s Southern Fresh BuffetAmong the Best - Ryan’s
Buffet City
Chinese Food Best - Peking Chinese RestaurantAmong the Best - Buffet City
Golden Star
Coffee Best - Beans & CreamAmong the Best - Kudoz
McDonald’s
Dessert Best - Cafe on MainAmong the Best - Harvey’s
Sweet Pepper’s Deli
Mexican Food Best - Mi ToroAmong the Best - Mi Hacienda
Tampico Bay
Pizza Best - CJ’s PizzaAmong the Best - Pizza Hut
Papa Johns
Plate Lunch Best - Cafe on MainAmong the Best - Kountry Kitchen
Helen’s KitchenSteve Barnhill’s Southern Fresh Buffet
Salad Best - HarveysAmong the Best - Sweet Peppers Deli
The Front Door/Back Door
Seafood Best - The Golden HornAmong the Best - Bartahachie Outback
Rubens Fish & Steakhouse
Sports Bar/Night Club Best - Sey’sAmong the Best - Fuhgettaboutit
Mugshots Grill & Bar
Steak Best - The Golden HornAmong the Best - Old Hickory
Harveys
Sushi Best - Little TokyoAmong the Best - Umi
Buffet City
Sweet Tea Best - McAlister’s DeliAmong the Best - Sweet Peppers Deli
Sonic
Looking GoodBarber/Beautician Best - Josh Fountain
Among the Best - Zack MusselwhiteAlice Chain
Cosmetic Procedures Best - Eden MedispaAmong the Best - Belk
The Dermatology ClinicWestmoreland Dermatology
Day Spa Best - Brickerton Day SpaAmong the Best - Eden Medispa
Bella Derma
Eye Wear Best - Columbus OpticalAmong the Best - Curtis Optometry
Columbus Eye Clinic
Fitness Center Best - YMCAAmong the Best - The Fitness Factor
Stark Recreation Center MUW
Hair Salon Best - Salon 417Among the Best - Profiles
Jamie’s Salon
Nail Salon Best - Salon 417Among the Best - Brickerton Day Spa
Eden Medispa
Tanning Salon Best - SunstruckAmong the Best - Highway 82 Pure Station
Brickerton Day Spa
Therapeutic Massage Best - Brickerton Day SpaAmong the Best - Eden Medispa
Saum Chiropractic Clinic
Weight Loss Center Best - Curves for WomenAmong the Best - Weight Watchers
Eden Medispa
Show Me The MoneyBank Best - BankFirst
Among the Best - CadenceRegions
Credit Union Best - Triangle Federal Credit UnionAmong the Best - Twin States
Members 1st
Mortgage Lender Best - Bancorp SouthAmong the Best - Bankfirst
JTS Mortage Company
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State Farm also has a variety of infor-mation about frozen pipes, weather safe-ty, disaster preparedness, quality building
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In some instances, you can be paid onthe spot for many small claims involvingdamage to your vehicle, home or otherproperty. All you do is present the bill tomy office. All your State Farm premiumscan be combined into one convenientmonthly payment, just like you budgetother purchases. Or at your request, pay-ments can be automatically deductedfrom your checking account.
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Thank You Columbus and The Golden TriangleThank You Columbus and The Golden Trianglefor making us your #1 choice of Funeral Homes.for making us your #1 choice of Funeral Homes.
903 College Street • Columbus, Mississippi (662) 328-2354 • www.gunterandpeel.com
• Excellence, Care & Tradition you can Trust• Compassion and Respect to each family• Online Obituary & Guest Book• Pre-planning, Counseling Services & 24-Hour Consultation• Free Video Tribute
It is an honor to serve you with respect and dignity during your time of need.As we continue to serve our county, city and surrounding area as the leading funeral
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Pete BowenRepresentative
Elizabeth ThomasBeautician/
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Jimmy JordanFuneral Director
Greg PuckettFuneral Director
Craig SummerfordFuneral Director/
MorticianHollis Peel
Funeral Director/Mortician
Sy RunnelsRepresentative
Carl HildreathFuneral Director
Wayne BlankenshipRepresentative
We continue to be the leading funeral home for our community.
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HANK'S #1Championship BBQ & Catering
5809 Hwy. 45 N.Columbus, MS662-327-4233Visit us at:
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Thanks to all of our customersfor voting us #1
House of TuxTwo Locations to Serve You:
421 Main Street • Columbus(662) 327-6131
500 Russell Street - Cotton Dist. S/C(662) 323-7766www.houseoftux.com
Congratulations, Dr. Pam Sykesfor being voted
Best Pediatrician in theGolden Triangle for 2010
Dr. Pam Sykes invites you to visit her new location
Specializing in PediatricsInfants
ChildrenAdolescents
CompleteNewborn Care and Immunization
Sports Physicals
200 Park Creek Drive(off Bluecutt Road)
ColumbusWe Accept Most Insurance including CHIPS, TriCare, Blue Cross, Aetna, Medicaid and Healthlink
CARL HOGAN TOYOTA.COM3907 Hwy. 45 N. • Columbus, MS • Across from H&H
241-6000 • www.carlhogantoyota.comDealership Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6:30pm; • Saturday 8am-6pm; Sunday Closed
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Thank YouThank Youfor voting Carl Hogan Toyota#1 Import Car Dealer
328-1254 • 2475 Fifth Street North • Columbus, MS
J. Dan Bennett, M.D.Diplomate of the American Board
of OphthalmologyBoard Certifi ed Ophthalmologist
ThankYou.
I appreciatethe opportunityto serve you.
Dr. Dan BennettVoted #1Ophthalmologist inthe Golden Triangle
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“In memory of Danny Dunn”
2305 Highway 45 NorthColumbus, MS 39705
(662) 327-1717
BRICKERTON DAY SPA
BEST DAY SPA AND THERAPEUTIC MESSAGE, AMONG THE BEST NAIL SALON AND TANNING SALON
Ginger Stahl and her staff at Brickerton Day Spa strive to provide their customers with the best services available in the Golden Triangle. Not only dothe professionals on her team specialize in pampering the entire body of each client and making them feel special, they also carry many unique acces-sories and gifts. Visit them today and emerge from the spa feeling refreshed and renewed, much like the customer’s that voted them the Best Day Spaand Therapeutic Massage. They were also considered to be among the Best Nail Salon and Tanning Salon.
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Thank Youfor voting
The Purple Elephantthe #1 Gift Shop!
422 Main St. Columbus, MS662-327-1008
401-A E. Lampkin St.Starkville, MS 324-4008
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MEMORIAL, GUNTER & PEEL
FUNERAL HOMES
BEST FUNERAL HOME
CAFE ONMAIN
BEST PLATE LUNCH; BEST DESSERT
Craig Summerford, manager of MemorialFuneral Home, and Hollis Peel , manager of
Gunter & Peel Funeral Home hold theirBest Funeral Home Award.
Peggy Strauss, owner ofCafe on Main, andJimmie Nail Davisproudly display theiraward for Best PlateLunch and Best Dessert
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CARL HOGAN CHEVROLET, CADILLAC, BUICK, GMC, DODGE, JEEP
Clyde Rhea and his staff at Carl Hogan Automotive, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Dodge, Jeep accept their award for being voted the Best Auto Dealer/New Domesticand among the Best Auto Dealer/Used in the Golden Triangle. Jim Stafford was also recognized as the Best Auto Salesman in The Triangle, as well as Clyde Rhea, whowas Among the Best. The staff at Carl Hogan Automotive look forward to serving all of your automotive needs.
BEST AUTO DEALER NEW/DOMESTIC
SEY’SBEST SPORTS BAR/NIGHT CLUBS
Sey’s Sports Bar and Grill is a great place to watch your favorite sporting event,meet friends after work or enjoy a night of karaoke. Sey and her staff are picturedhere with their award for The Best Sports Bar/Grill in the Golden Triangle.
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Come see whywe’re among the best gift
shops in the Golden Triangle!Napa Firelites • Captain Rodney’s • Erich Emmenegger • Good Earth
Pine Cone Hill • Dash & Albert • Beatrice Ball • Mariposa • Waterford, Juliska • Vietri • Spode • Richard Ginori • Anna Weatherly • Gien • Lenox
Haviland • Raynaud • John Wind Jewelry • Tamara Childs • SkyrosCasa Fina • Serena & Lily • Angel Dear • Two’s Company
Thanks for voting us one of the best !
HardingC AT E R I N G
Voted One of the Best Caterers
in the Golden Triangle“Thanks for allowing us to SERVE YOU.”
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662-356-9296662-356-9296
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us one of theus one of theBest Bail BondsmenBest Bail Bondsmen
Keith Morgan662-328-3252
When you have been having more funthan the law allows, give us a call!
Major credit cards accepted.
Cell: 662-304-0999 662-369-3434
Joey Ferraro and his staff at Carl Hogan Toyota display their award for Best Auto Dealer/Import in The Golden Triangle. With their large selection of new andused cars and a service staff that prides itself on quality service and customer satisfaction, Joey and his staff look forward to serving you.
CARL HOGAN TOYOTA
BEST AUTO DEALER/NEW IMPORT
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1120 Gardner Blvd. • Columbus • 328-5776 • 866-508-3537
Lumber • Appliances • HardwarePaint • Tools • Plumbing
We have a showroom of windows,doors, fireboxes, and much more!
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Thanks for Voting UsAmong the Best
Building Supply Storesin the Golden Triangle!
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Thank you for making us your destination.Voted Best Coffee in The Golden Triangle.THREE YEARS IN A ROW!...more than coffee. It’s the staff.
CJ’S PIZZA
BEST PIZZA
Courtney Trenary, left, BlakeTrenary and Chuck Trenarystand in front of their restaurantthat was recognized for havingthe best pizza in the GoldenTriangle.
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Thanks to our customersfor voting us #1!
Also ranked in Mobile ElectronicsTOP 100 Retailers in US for 2010
1920 Hwy 45 N. • Columbus, MS(662) 328-4500
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I would like to thank all of our loyal customers and new customers for their support over the past 13 years and for keeping Sun Struck the #1 tanning salon in the Golden Triangle. We are currently adding on to our Hwy. 45 store to offer over 30 tanning beds with 11 different levels of tanning including: Level I-super, Level II-stand up, Level III-deluxe, 5 bronzing beds Solaris, Cyberdome, Hot Pepper, Solaris II & Ergoline, Mystic Spray On Tanning, Magic 636 High Pressure Bed and all new Red Light Therapy Bed.
Tan Unlimited ‘til the End of the Year!Level I-$89 • Level II-$119 • Level III-$139
Coming Soon-Red Light Therapy Bed: UV free red light lamps that work to cure blemishes and reduce the effects of aging. Using Red Light Therapy two to three times a week for six weeks can provide dramatic results. Wrinkles and laugh lines will fade away. Scars and stretch marks can disappear as if they were never there. Rejuvenessence lamps are the fountain of youth your skin has been looking for.
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2110 5th St. N. • Columbus, MS • 662-243-2435
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Leigh Mall • Columbus, MS662-328-8605
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sims and sims809 Third Avenue NorthColumbus, Mississippi
662-328-2711
1216 Main StreetCaledonia, Mississippi
662-356-4830
Thank you for your vote of
confi dence.
best Law Firm
Thanks for votingStark RecreationCenter Among the
Best Fitness Centers in 2010!
www.muw.edu/recreation662-241-7494
(662) 329-7106, or toll free at
1-877-462-8439,ext. 7106
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Voted Among the BestWomen’s Clothing Store
We appreciateyour business.
KEITH MORGANAMONG THE BEST BAIL BONDSMAN
Keith Morgan, manager of the Columbus branch of All-Pro Bail Bonds, has enjoyedworking in the Golden Triangle area. He wrote his very first bond in Columbus inJanuary 2007. Once he stopped worrying just about business and began concentrat-ing on doing what’s right, his business grew. All Pro covers 10 counties.
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Pictured are Leslie Hutchins, Kim Luna, Magen Nelson and Kelsey Harrington. Not pictured is Billie Barlett-Young.
Come see why we’re among the best employment
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THE YBEST FITNESS CENTER
Herman Peters, the Y’s only male instructor, has made an impressionable mark on Y members and staff. Well, for those who dare to take his Disco Abs class, that is! Whatthey find is a fun and exciting class coupled with his dynamic energy and a song list full of days gone by. Disco Abs will not only strengthen the core and back muscles, butit will also help improve your overall stature and well-being.Disco Abs is for anyone looking to strengthen the most integral and hardest part of the physique to develop. People of all fitness levels can benefit from this class. Thegroup is coached through a series of exercises that target all areas of the abdominals including the most difficult — the lower abs. Y members who participate in the class are not only amazed at the intensity of the abdominal workout, but also at how much of a cardio workout they get.You, too, can join the fun every Tuesday and Thursday from 5-5:30 p.m. and 5:30-6 p.m., and Wednesday, 9:30-10 a.m., at the downtown Columbus branch. Don’t worry ifyou’re not a member, you can pay a nominal fee of $5 to check this class out.
Something new at the Y — Disco Abs
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“People You Can Believe In”
Thanks for your vote of confidence!
Certified Technicians • 12 Month Warranty • Mechanical Services
General Repairs * Diagnostics * Tune-UpsBrakes * Air Conditioning
Shop Hours:Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
All Major Credit Cards Accepted!
Two other locations to serve you:
2336 Hwy 45 NorthColumbus, MS 39705
(662) 243-1400
305 Hwy. 12 EastStarkville, MS 39759
(662) 615-4200
102 Alabama Street(662) 243-2316
Thank you Dispatch readers for Honoring Little Dooey’s asAmong the Best BBQ in GTR.
We also placed 3rd inMS Magazine Best of Mississippi 2010 and
4th Best Restuarant at the 10th Annual Herbie Awards.
Now open in Oxford, Ms on Jackson Street.
Thanks Golden Trianglefor making us
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Jo Ann M. Walk-Ferguson - Franchisee/Owner • Howard Ferguson-Owner
COLUMBUSLeigh Mall, Suite 2
662-328-4450Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sun. 1 p.m.-6 p.m.
STARKVILLE-SMOOTHIE911 Hwy 12 W. • Suite 206B
662-323-4919Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Sun. 1p.m.-6 p.m.
"GNC's Longest Running Franchise!"
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AMBER’S PHOTOGRAPHYBEST PHOTOGRAPHER
THE PURPLE ELEPHANTBEST GIFT SHOP
Amber Ruffin, left, ErikRuffin and Amanda Jones ofAmber’s Photography wonthe award for BestPhotography. Whether pho-tographing seniors, infants,children, families or specialoccasions, Amber’sPhotography offers a varietyof different styles and loca-tions.
The Purple Elephant is thrilled to be voted the Best Gift Shop in TheGolden Triangle for the second straight year. The Purple Elephantoffers much more than your ordinary gift shop. They strive to meet allof your gift-giving needs. They carry a large selection of Mississippiproducts like, their newest addition, Peters Pottery. Etta B Pottery,introduced last year, continues to be a favorite. Visit today to see thenew Katalou line of colorful glazed pottery for gift giving and homedecor. Besides pottery, The Purple Elephant is proud to carry a largeselection of Mississippi made products such as Copperworx, MyElegant Clutter, frames by Frame of Mind and Dollar Designs as wellas other products. The Purple Elephant is the area’s exclusive dealerfor Pandora, the most popular line of sterling silver and gold jewelry.The Purple Elephant girls are always delighted to see you and offer thebest service in the area.
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Fashion Barn“The Fun Place To Shop”
Thank YouThank YouFor Voting Us The#1 Women’s
Clothing Store#1 Accessory Store
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Among the Best Formal WearIn The Golden Triangle!
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MELANGEAMONG THE BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING
Deborah Gardner, owner ofMelange, a specialty clothingstore for women, was voted tobe among the best in the area.Gardner has worked in theclothing business for more than11 years, the majority spentwith Melange. Currently locat-ed in Brickerton, the store’searly roots were in a buildingbeside her house built by herhusband, Kenny. She soonexpanded her business to alarger location. Pictured fromleft, are Soroptimist Style Showmodels Carolyn McAllister andLillajo Ford, Gardner, third fromleft, and club member CarolWright. The ladies look overclothes and accessories for theupcoming style show. Gardnerhas been involved with the proj-ect for numerous years. Formore on the style show seetoday’s Lifestyles section.
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Thank you to our customersfor voting us among the
Best Credit Unions inthe Golden Triangle area.
We are celebrating 45 yearsof service this year.
1965-2010
“Where people are worth more than money”
4455thth (662) 329-2544 • WWW.FALCONLAIRAPTS.COM
625 31ST AVE. N. R-153 • COLUMBUS, MS 39705WWW.FALCONLAIRAPTS.COM
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625 18th Ave. N. • Columbus, MS 39701(662) 240-1955
Thank you forvoting us the
Best Buffet in 2010!We appreciateyour business.
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LightingAntiquesLampsMirrorsGas Logs
Columbus’ only locally ownedlighting showroom with 25 yearsof superior choice and service
1116 Gardner Blvd. • 329-1825
Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
BOAT GALLERYBEST BOAT DEALER
KIMBERLY REEDBEST REAL ESTATE AGENT
Visit Donald Barksdale and Jimmy Anderson of The Boat Gallery of Columbus forthe best selection of boats, motorcycles, ATV’s and PWC. Their staff can also handleall of your service needs. The Boat Gallery was honored as the Best Boat Dealer inthe Golden Triangle and Among the Best in Boat Repair.
I am honored to be namedBest Real Estate Agent in theGolden Triangle. I would liketo thank all of my customers,clients, and friends for yourcontinued support. I will con-tinue to go above and beyondto make your real estate expe-rience a pleasant one. I’m notin sales, I’m in service.
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MILITARY HARDWARE
EDEN MEDISPA AND LASER CENTER
BEST HARDWARE STORE
Customer service, a wide variety of prod-ucts and a little bit of luck — many factorshave played into the Military Hardwarebusiness plan. The business, near theintersection of Military Road and 10thAvenue North, celebrated its 50th anniver-sary in 2009. Everything from hammersand nails to BB guns line the shelves.Since inheriting the business nearly 30years ago, Mike Perkerson has broughtmuch of his family to work at the store.During the past 50 years, much of thestore’s business has come from local con-tractors who have been shopping at thebusiness for decades. The store openedon Dec. 7, 1959.
BEST COSMETIC PROCEDURES; AMONG THE BEST DAY SPA, NAILSALON, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE AND WEIGHT LOSS CENTER
Dr. Gregory Childrey and Dr. John Griffin are shown inside Eden Medispa — rec-ognized for Best Cosmetic Procedures in the Golden Triangle. Located at 300Hospital Drive, Suite 1, the spa offers many services and also recognized as beingamong the best in nail treatments, therapeutic massage and weight loss solutions.
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Thank you once again for trusting Johnson CarpetCenter with your floorcovering needs. We sincerely appreciate all of our customers and look forward to
working with you all in the future.
1825 Main Street • Columbus • 328-1522
FASHION BARNBEST ACCESSORY STORE; WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE
BANKFIRSTBEST BANK
The Fashion Barnfamily would like tothank our customersfor voting us No.1Women’s ClothingStore for the secondyear in a row. Youalso voted us No. 1Accessory Store andAmong the BestFormal Wear Stores!We give all of theglory to God and wethank him for all ofour customers andtheir continued busi-ness!
BankFirst’s motto — strength, stabili-ty, and service — has helped the insti-tution net the title of Best Bank in theGolden Triangle. BankFirst presidentSamuel Henderson holds his awardoutside one of the bank’s branches.
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Burke’s Outlet, JCPenney,Sears and over 30
specialty stores
328-0333Hwy. 45 NorthColumbus, MS ©
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Best Children’s Clothing
Among The BestAccessory Corner
Best Accessory Store
GNCBest Alternative Medicine Store
ReedsBest Jewelry Store
ZalesBest Jewelry Store
Claire’sBest Accessory Store
The Shoe StoreBest Shoe Store
The Golden StarBest Chinese Restaurant
Thanks to everyone who voted these stores “The Best” in 2010!
101 North Douglas Conner Street • Starkville, MS • 662-324-3965
Thank You For...
Voted one of the Best Sports Bars in the Golden Triangle!
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Thanks the community for voting us
“Best Fitness Center”We’re proud to offer:
www.columbus-ymca.com
Downtown328-7696
Caledonia356-9622
New Hope328-0212
Wellness243-1162
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• Art• Drama• Ministries• SPINNING®• ZUMBA®• Disco Abs
• Pilates• Yoga• Swimming• Boot Camp• Senior Activities
Columbus Orthopaedic Clinic670 Leigh Drive • Columbus, MS 39705 • 662-328-1012
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Congratulations to the staff atLighting Unlimited for once againwinning Best Lighting Store in TheGolden Triangle. Owner HelenPridmore is shown here with SuzyHuckaby and Carol Moss. VisitHelen and her staff to see their largeselection of fixtures, lamps, antiques,rugs and accessories. Whether build-ing a new home or redecorating, thestaff at Lighting Unlimited is alwaysavailable to assist you with all of yourlighting and home decor needs.
LIGHTING UNLIMITED
BEST LIGHTING STORE
CongratulationsCongratulationsto all
Best of the Trianglewinners
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Swoope Insurance Agency would like to thank our customers for voting our agency as one of theBest Insurance Agency’s in 2010.
We want our customers to continue to be confidentthat their insurance needs are taken care of so that theycan focus on other aspects of their lives and businesses.
This expression of confidence in our agency is extremelyimportant to us and greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
SWOOPE INSURANCE AGENCY2203 HIGHWAY 45 NORTH COLUMBUS, MS
328-1855www.swoopeins.com
1928 5th Street North • Columbus, MS • 328-5781Monday - Thursday • 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Friday • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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COLUMBUS OPTICAL
Thank you AGAIN for voting us best in the Golden Triangle!
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BAPTIST GOLDEN TRIANGLE would like to thank the people of our
community for voting us the best clinic/hospital in the Golden Triangle.
Our team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals work hard
everyday to provide the level of care you’ve come to expect from
Baptist Golden Triangle.