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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

TO THE 2017 QUAD-CITY TIMES READER’S CHOICE AWARDS

e love publishing Reader’s Choice every year, because it’s all about you. It’s a democracy of Quad-City residents sharing their Wrecommendations for best food, drink, services, retail and entertainment. Here’s how it works. Every year, we reach out to our readers and ask for your favorites. The enthusiastic responses pour in. We collect the responses and put together a ballot and ask you to vote. We watch the momentum grow as the word spreads in print, online and in social media. The Quad-Cities are passionate about the businesses they frequent, the places where they feel at home, where they share meals with family, the service providers they trust. There is only one winner in each of the 159 categories, selected by the voters who matter most – their customers. On behalf of the Quad-City Times, we congratulate you and wish you all the success in the coming year. You’re the best.

Autumn Phillips Executive Editor 4 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

Isle Casino Hotel

PROVIDED Isle Casino Hotel is a local getaway

eel FreeTM to unwind and have a one Voted the area’s “Best Hotel” we American Food” brings you the flavor, and wireless Internet access, not to of a kind experience. From your offer Iowa’s largest hotel resort with quality and service you crave in a mention a full-service, on-site catering Ffirst arrival at our award winning 509 comfortable rooms and suites that contemporary comfortable atmosphere. staff. Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf and facility, you’ll be greeted by our friendly provide a scenic view of the Mississippi Our food is fresh, our beer is cold, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention and professional staff, eager to help make River in Downtown Bettendorf. Grab a our recipes are unique and our staff is Center are the preferred destinations for your stay a memorable one. The area’s bite to eat at any of our award winning impeccable. corporate and social events. Specializing “Best Casino” has approximately 1,000 restaurants. Farmer’s Pick Buffet voted We also offer over 40,000 square in banquets, wedding receptions, slot machines in denominations ranging the area’s “Best Buffet” focuses on feet of event and meeting space in our business meetings as well as tour & travel from penny up to $25 and video poker. quality and selection bringing you fresh beautifully decorated ballrooms and group events, our dedicated staff of Favorite table games and friendly deal- homemade dishes daily and hearty the “Best Entertainment Venue” The professionals stand ready to assist you in ers are the perfect mix for fun! Take your flavorful favorites. With so many tasty Isle Casino Hotel & The Quad-Cities the successful coordination of your next pick from these exciting games includ- choices, you’ll definitely be back for Waterfront Convention Center. We are gathering. Make your event all that you ing blackjack, craps, roulette, three-card seconds. Keller’s American Grill voted fully-integrated with current audio/ want it to be and call April Boyer at (563) poker, and Pai Gow. the area’s “Best Steak” and “Best All video, digital computer technology 344-2744 to book your event today! REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 5

Todd’s Mudjacking and Basement Services Ascentra Credit Union Todd’s Mudjacking Experience the and Basement Services Ascentra Difference

odd Heady’s experience in the „ Foundation wall replacement any Ascentra Credit Union increase with the introduction mudjacking, foundation repair, „ Foundation leaks due to cracks, member-owners are saving of uChoose Rewards to Ascentra T and concrete repair field dates form ties, pipe penetrations, etc. M big. The most recent annual credit and debit cards. Member- back to 1990. In 1998 he partnered „ Basement window & window well member benefits assessment conducted owners will be able to earn points with Tad Wilson to form Bi-State replacement by the National Credit Union redeemable for merchandise, to receive Mudjacking Services, Inc.* When „ New basement windows or Administration shows that the average cash back, or to donate to a charity that partnership was dissolved a few window wells Ascentra member household saved $323 or cause, which is in line with the years later, Todd went on his own „ Egress window & window well last year compared to the costs of the organization’s commitment to giving and founded Todd’s Mudjacking installation or repair same services provided by banks. back. and Basement Services. Since 2003, „ Basement waterproofing Add it up and the total savings for Ascentra is for people, not for profit. Todd’s Mudjacking has proudly served „ Sump pump installation, service & member-owners is $6,168,525! An One recent example is the commitment homeowners and businesses in 7 repair additional estimate for Ascentra “loyal of $50,000 from the Ascentra Credit counties throughout eastern Iowa and Their long list of satisfied customers members” who use the credit union Union Foundation to support the River western Illinois. will tell you that Todd’s Mudjacking extensively shows that these high-use Bend Foodbank in their noble effort of Todd’s Mudjacking & Basement and Basement Services should be member households saw on average eliminating hunger in our region. For Services specializes in the following your source for all your mudjacking, of $1,072 in direct financial benefits Ascentra, it’s not only about saving services: basement, and concrete repair needs. during the past year. people money, it’s also is about doing „ Foundation repair of bowed block For more information go to www. These benefits are only projected to what’s right. or poured foundation walls toddsmudjacking.com.

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Arndt Chiropractic Mississippi River Distilling Company Thank you to those who voted for LeClaire Distillery Arndt Chiropractic clinic in the Quad- City Times Reader’s Choice Awards! Now Serving Cocktails

hat sets Arndt Chiro- Nurse, prior to becoming a hanks to a new Iowa law, what we make here. We got creative practic apart and brings Chiropractic Physician, provides Mississippi River Distilling to craft flavors for everyone. The Wpatients from all over? patients with an added benefit. T Company is now serving cocktails feedback has been overwhelmingly Exceptional Quality of Care Dr. Arndt coordinates care with at their distillery in LeClaire. The new positive.” Customer Service both patient and their Medical “Cody Road Cocktail House” features Cody Road Cocktail House boasts Value Doctors as needed, to ensure expanded hours to accommodate over twenty feature cocktails that are You will always receive that they receive exceptional guests looking to enjoy cocktails made with freshly squeezed juices and a warm welcome at Arndt quality of care and better patient made with local spirits. With a patio other local ingredients. Interesting Dr. Arndt Chiropractic Center! Dr. Lisa outcomes. overlooking the Mississippi, it is a options like “Mississippi Mules” made Arndt and her staff really care about We provide first class healthcare that must-see destination for locals and with ginger beer from Great River your personal comfort and well-being. is affordable. In the era of skyrocketing visitors alike. Brewery, cocktails on tap, barrel aged We are committed to making your visit healthcare costs and rising out Previously it was illegal for cocktails and the “Daily Drip” infused a rewarding experience. This is still of pocket expenses, patients feel distilleries to sell cocktails. A new spirits provide a changing menu each one place where everyone knows your comfortable seeking the care that they law that went into effect this summer visit. name. need and enjoy less work time lost due changed that. “We’re very excited Tours of the distillery are free and Dr. Lisa’s approach to “gentle care” to their condition. for this new experience at our start at the top of each hour daily puts all patients at ease, including first Come and experience the distillery.” said owner Ryan Burchett. at 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4 pm. Visit www. time chiropractic patients. Her more than Dr. Lisa difference……. “The new law allows us to serve mrdistilling.com for more information. 20 years of experience as a Registered “Gentle Care”

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SOdERStROM SKIn InStItutE Celebrating 10 Years in Iowa Thanks to you!

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ENTERTAINMENT FAMILY Winners VENUE ENTERTAINMENT From 8 1 Isle Casino Hotel 1 Quad Cities River Bandits Bettendorf 2 Putnam Museum & Science River City Tire ENTERTAINMENT 2 iWireless Center Center 3 Rhythm City Casino 3 QC Family Entertainment / BEST PLACE TO Resort Frankie’s Sports Bar & grill TAKE AN OUT OF River City Tire cares TOWN GUEST EVENT PLANNER FESTIVAL 1 LeClaire 1 tamara Wendt Events 1 Bix Street Fest iver City Tire & Automotive tire associates complimented by our 2 Quad Cities River Bandits 2 QC Waterfront Convention 2 tug Fest, LeClaire, Iowa opened in 1987 with the mission sales and service team. As automobiles Rof providing superior automotive continue to become more complex 3 Village of East davenport Center 3 Festival of trees maintenance and repairs. The, father- education is key and the need for 3 Frontier Hospitality—Josie son team of Charles and Chester Jones constant training is essential for correct Seymour BOWLING ALLEY Please see WINNERS, Page 14 opened a one bay operation on Locust diagnostics. That is why River City 1 Blackhawk Bowl and Street in Davenport offering dealership Tire invests in yearly staff training and Martini Lounge alternatives for tires and automotive certification and offers educational 2 Leisure Lanes service work. Today, the family business classes to our customers. 3 Highland Park Bowl has grown from a one bay operation to River City Tire & Automotive is a full service 13 bay operation while still committed to your family and our CASINO remaining family owned and operated. community. That is why we continue 1 Isle Casino Hotel With 3 generations of the Jones family to support our local charities. Working Bettendorf working in operations today, Current with CASI, Family Resources, the River 2 Rhythm City owners and operators Chet Jones and Bend Food Bank, John Deere Classic Casino Jackie Staron pride themselves on the Birdies for Charity and more – we 3 Jumer’s Casino growth and integrity of River City Tire believe in keeping our local profits here & Hotel & Automotive and continue to offer in the Quad Cities. So, if you’re looking dealership alternatives in tires, service for a dealership alternative that is family repairs, and maintenance. and community committed – give River Today, River City Tire has an ASE City Tire a call. We care about you and certified staff of 5 technicians and 2 your car. T hank You FOR VOTING FOR US! BEST GIFT SHOP AND BEST BOUTIQUE

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Putnam Museum & Science Center Augmented Reality, NEW at the Putnam!

ave you ever wanted to pet a polar Who will enjoy it? reality, “Air, Land & Sea,” is centered 19, visitors will be able to experience “Air, bear? Dance with dolphins? Go Everyone – from 2 to 92! The around a dynamic, ever-changing Land & Sea” as part of the cost of general Heye-to-eye with an elephant? augmented reality adventure can be watering hole that allows visitors to meet admission. Are you a Putnam member? If We’ve got great news… now you can! experienced with your friends and family. a diverse range of animals from Africa so, you get in for free! The Putnam Museum & Science Center’s It’s also fun solo! to the Artic as they graze, newest experience –augmented reality drink and interact with Will there be other adventures in the –is the first of its kind to hit the Quad- How does it work? the environment around future? Cities region. Augmented reality uses the them. Yes –there’s always something NEW Want to know more about this existing environment and at the Putnam! As part of the augmented interactive, hands-on adventure? Check overlays new information on top Can I experience reality experience, the Putnam will bring out the Q & A below! of it to create the experience. augmented reality additional adventures to the community Once the adventure is complete, anywhere else in the periodically in the future. These will So, what is the Putnam’s augmented visitors will be emailed a Quad Cities? include space adventures, dinosaurs… reality experience? printed photo and social media Nope! The Putnam and more! The newest experience located in the ready video they can share with is the first institution Putnam’s Science Center, the augmented their friends and family. to bring augmented Who can we thank for making augmented reality adventure features some of the reality to our reality happen? world’s most amazing animated 3D What is the first AR community. The Putnam’s augmented reality animals and allows visitors to “touch experience, “Air, Land experience is sponsored by the Regional the untouchable” through real-time & Sea,” like? What is the cost and Development Authority and Scott interactions with photo-realistic animals The first adventure when does it open? County Regional Authority. “Air, Land & and characters. in augmented Beginning August Sea” is presented by Arconic Foundation.

Interact with 3D characters in real time Opens Saturday, Aug.19

Pet a polar bear, dance with a penguin and go eye to eye with an elephant during the “Air, Land & Sea” augmented reality adventure – ONLY at the Putnam!

Monday to Saturday | 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Sunday | Noon -5 p.m.

Augmented Reality is included with general Toucouchh the untouchauntouchable admission. Members get in at no cost!

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BUTCHER / MEAT Winners CUTTER From 12 1 Fareway grocery 2 Johnnie’s Meat Market 3 Hy-Vee GOLF COURSE 1 Rustic Ridge golf Course CHICKEN WINGS 2 tPC deere Run 1 JR’s Place Wheatland Iowa 3 Wapsi Oaks Country Club 2 the Filling Station 3 Buffalo Wild Wings LOCAL BAND/ MUSICIAN CHINESE 1 Electric Shock 1 Hy-Vee the aC/dC Band 2 China Cafe 2 the Stone Flowers 3 Red Lantern Fine Chinese 3 dani Lynn Howe Band dining

MUSEUM / ART CHOCOLATE / CANDY GALLERY 1 Lagomarcino’s 1 Putnam Museum & Science Confectionery Center 2 Chocolate Manor 2 Figge art Museum 3 the Shameless Chocoholic 3 Family Museum DESSERT RACE 1 Lagomarcino’s 1 BIX 7 Confectionery 2 Race For the Cure 2 Olde towne Bakery 3 Case Creek Obstacles 3 Whitey’s Ice Cream

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Quad City Coin Co. Quad City Coin Co. is triple crown winner

Quad City Coin Co. looking for an unusual gift for someone QC Coin staff brings you over 155 years 2395 tech dr., Suite 1, Bettendorf special there is the spot in the store to of combined experience in the buying 563-332-9189 find that unique item. and selling coins, currency, bullion www.qccoin.com There have been so many requests and antiques. CEO (coin evaluation for better antiques, there is officer) Mike Curran or anyone uad City Coin is the now an antiques and on the staff would be happy to Quad-City Times collectables area help you evaluate your coins and Q Readers’ Choice with many hard to collectables. They will make you triple crown winner, find items. an offer and if you like the offer, winning best in Quad City they pay top dollar on the spot. gold buying, Coin has extra If you are looking to jewelry and coin space for buying buy or sell rare coins, and currency capability to jewelry, collectibles categories. review the coins, or antiques Quad City Everyone is currency, gold or Coin is the place invited to stop silver bullion, jewelry to go to get great in for a visit and and collectables. service and fair spend a few minutes QC Coin opened in prices. reminiscing while looking Davenport in 1978 and Stop by the location over our old toy collection. moved to Bettendorf in 1984. today and say “Hello” at Quad City Coin has expanded They are the Quad Cities oldest 2395 Tech Dr. Suite 1, the estate jewelry selection. If you are continuously open full service coin shop. Bettendorf 563-332-9189

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The triple crown winner of this years Quad-City Times Readers Choice is Quad City Coin! Stop out today and see why they are the BEST in the Business of Gold Buying, Jewelry and #1 Coin and Currency! Get paid Quad City Coin Company Hours: Open today from 2395 Tech Drive Suite #1, Bettendorf, IA 52722 the Best! Tues-Fri 10 to 5, 563-332-9189 • www.qccoin.com Saturday’s 9 - Noon 16 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

VISION CARE 1 all about Eyes 2 Eye Surgeons associates 3 america’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses

VITAMINS / SUPPLEMENTS 1 Heritage natural Foods 2 Fresh thyme Farmers Market

WALK-IN CLINIC Winners 1 amana Care Clinic 2 genesis Convenient / From 14 urgent Care FINE DINING 1 Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse SERVICES 2 Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood PIZZA 3 the Cellar 1 Johnny’s Pizza & Slices ACCOUNTING 2 Harris Pizza 1 total Solutions GREEK 3 Wise guys Pizza & More 2 Reiser Jennings & Co 1 uncle Pete’s 3 Eric Engstrom PC 2 Olympic gyros SANDWICH 3 Honkamp Krueger & Co., 3 Hickory garden Family 1 arthur’s garden P.C. Restaurant delicatessen 2 Village Corner deli ATTORNEY GYROS 3 Hungry Hobo 1 Bribriesco Law Firm 1 uncle Pete’s gyros EAR & HEARING CARE ORTHODONTIST 2 gomez May Schutte yeggy HEALTH & Bieber 2 dr. gyros SEAFOOD FITNESS 1 Concept by Iowa Hearing 1 Mack Orthodontics 3 Olympic gyros 1 Ruthie’s Steakhouse aid Centers 2 dr. alex Sierk 3 gallagher Millage & gallagher PLC Rhythm City CHIROPRACTOR 2 audiology Consultants ICE CREAM 2 Red Lobster 3 advanced Hearing aid ORTHOPEDIST 1 Family Care Chiropractic AUCTION HOUSE 1 Whitey’s Ice Cream 3 the Captain’s table 2 Steff ens Chiropractic Service 1 Waqas Hussain Md 1 Rock Island auction Co 2 Lagomarcino’s Clinic, P.C. 3 Mary duval Beltone 2 Mark Stewart, Md 2 Stenzel auction Services Confectionery STEAK 3 arndt Chiropractic Center Hearing aid Center 3 Edward Connolly Md Inc 3 Country Style 1 Keller’s american grill 3 Lundgren Family 3 thomas Vongillern, Md 3 Woods auction Services at Isle Casino Hotel Chiropractic FITNESS CENTER / GYM ITALIAN Bettendorf 1 Scott Co. Family yMCa PLASTIC / COSMETIC 1 Biaggi’s 2 texas Roadhouse DENTIST 2 Elite athletic Club SURGERY BANK / CREDIT UNION 2 Lunardi’s Restaurant 3 Johnny’s Italian 1 Beattie Family dental 3 QC underground Fitness 1 Soderstrom Skin Institute 1 ascentra Credit union 3 trattoria tiramisu Steakhouse 2 dr. Phillp Bayne ddS 2 Iowa Plastic Surgery 2 IH Mississippi Valley 3 Waterford Family HOSPICE CARE 3 Plastic Surgery associates Credit union LOCALLY OWNED SUSHI dentistry—dr. Foley 1 Clarissa C. Cook Hospice LLP 3 First Central State Bank RESTAURANT 1 Red ginger Sushi Bar and House 1 gruBeez grill DERMATOLOGY 2 genesis Hospice SENIOR ACTIVITY BASEMENT / 2 treehouse Pub & Eatery 2 Osaka Buff et 1 Soderstrom Skin Institute 3 Beacon of Hope Hospice CENTER FOUNDATION REPAIR 3 Lagomarcino’s 3 Fuji Sushi & grill 2 Medical arts associates Ltd Inc 1 CaSI 1 todd’s Mudjacking & Confectionary 3 advanced dermatology & Basement Services TAKE-OUT Laser Center HOSPITAL SENIOR LIVING 2 Midamerica Basement 1 Chick-fi l-a 1 genesis Medical Center COMMUNITY Systems MEXICAN 3 absolute Mud Jacking 1 Los agaves 2 the grinder’s & DOCTOR’S OFFICE 2 university of Iowa 1 Park Vista Spaghetti House 1 unityPoint Clinic—John Hospitals and Clinics Retirement Living 2 Rudy’s tacos BUILDER 3 Blue Iguana 3 Village Corner deli deere Road 3 unityPoint Health trinity 2 grand Haven Retirement 2 genesis Health group Community 1 Bush Construction OUTDOOR DINING TENDERLOIN 2 Soderstrom Skin Institute IN-HOME CARE 3 Ridgecrest Village Company 2 aspen Homes LLC 1 Sippi’s american grill & 1 the Filling Station 3 Family Care Partners of 1 good Samaritan Services 3 Eller Construction Craft Beer 2 Kellers Express at Isle the Quad Cities, PC @ Home SKIN CARE 2 the Filling Station Casino Hotel Bettendorf 2 Comfort Keepers 1 Soderstrom Skin Institute 3 Bierstube 3 gunchie’s 3 genesis Vna 2 Physicians’ Laser Clinic Please see WINNERS, Page 21 REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 17

Whitey’s Ice Cream Whitey’s Ice Cream wins best ice cream category again

his year, Whitey’s larger manufacturing facility last bite is gone. Ice Cream has opened on 41st Street in This year was a busy one at T again been Moline, IL. Whitey’s currently Whitey’s with a new store opening voted best in the ice has 10 store locations in Illinois in Eldridge, IA and the introduction of cream category in the and Iowa and an expansive Dipper Chippers. These tasty treats are Quad-City Times 2017 wholesale market with pre- a new take on the traditional Chipper Reader’s Choice Award! packed items being sold with your choice of homemade cookies Whitey’s remains the in grocery stores plus your choice of Whitey’s Ice “Best Ice Cream in the across eight states Cream flavor! There are endless Quad-Cities” thanks to in the Midwest. possibilities with chocolate its wonderful staff and Today, Jeff and Jon chip, oatmeal raisin, extremely loyal customers. Tunberg serve as co- peanut butter, sugar and Whitey’s Ice Cream was established in owners of Whitey’s chocolate cookies. 1933 in Moline, IL by Chester “Whitey” working to create a For more Lindgren and was purchased by Bob and great experience for information on Norma Tunberg in 1953. Whitey’s Ice the customer from the Whitey’s Ice Cream remained a one-store business moment they enter the Cream, visit www. until 1977, when a second store and parking lot until the very whiteysicecream.com. 18 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

Jeff’s Car Corner Jeff’s Car Corner is ‘Family Business’

uilding a strong, long-lasting, “Our employees have a and positive relationship is always sense of togetherness and a B a reward for the professionals at Jeff’s Car Corner, 1705 W. 4th St., commitment to exceeding Davenport. expectations. Everyone here “The goal is to have customers return and sell to multiple generations,” said also views our customers Jeff West, owner, “and have them refer as our extended family. We us to their friends and family.” West began the business in 1977, and are here to assist in any way Jeff’s, which won the Quad City Times we can because our patrons 2017 Readers Choice Award for Best mean the world to us!” Used Car Dealership, has taken the trophy eight of the last nine years. Travis Sherven, CEO They have also won Best Customer Service and Best Vehicle Service for the to do with keeping a low overhead. last two years. “This award year is more They only have eleven employees. special due to our 40th Anniversary Jeff’s also offers many of the perks of expansion and celebration this year,” bigger dealerships, including credit said Jeff. life & disability insurance, aftermarket The business has changed a great warranties, GAP coverage, and more. deal in its 40 years of existence, as both “From my perspective, the most customers and dealers have gained far important factor that contributes to greater information and opportunities. our success is that Jeff has taken the CarFax reports allow customers to have time and energy to teach us the right more information at their fingertips and way to do things,” Sherven said. “When online listings help dealers reach a larger you operate your business correctly market. PROVIDED and honestly, selling cars is easy. Many “Jeff’s Car Corner has become even people have a negative perception of Front Row, left to right: Matt, travis, alex, Elissa, Matt. Back Row; left to right: Jim, Pat, more of a family business,” said Travis dealerships, but when you treat people doug, norm, Rob Sherven, CEO. “We are on the same with respect and value giving them good corner with the same owner for four web presence and reach grows, we adapt but also a leader in the Quad Cities. We service and the best experience, you decades. Our employees have a sense to change with the times. We want believe in giving back to those that have will find that they will always come of togetherness and a commitment to continue to learn and evolve. Our helped us over the years.” back.” to exceeding expectations. Everyone continued excellence will move beyond Shoulders continues, “As for the Alex added to the sentiment, “The here also views our customers as our just the Quad Cities Area.” service aspect, we want people to be relationship is key. If your goal is to extended family. We are here to assist According to Alex Shoulders, GM, comfortable not just buying a car, but serve and build a trusting connection in any way we can because our patrons customer service is the heart of the continuing to bring it back for service. to your customers, good things will mean the world to us! Our success and success of Jeff’s. “This community has Helping our customers save money happen.” future depend on that relationship.” been amazing to us,” Alex begins, “and and be well taken care of is the most Like winning Readers Choice Awards. “We are excited to see what the future their support has allowed us to rise up important thing we can do here!” For more information on Jeff’s, visit will bring,” continued Sherven. “As our and become not only a strong business A lot of the dealership’s success has www.jeffscarcorner.com REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 19 www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com w.efcronrcm•wwjfsacre.o w.efcronrcm•www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com • www.jeffscarcorner.com

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Steel Plow Burger Amana Care Clinic The Quad Cities’ favorite Get healthy at burger establishment Amana Care Clinic

t Steel Plow Burger Plus... a big selection of mana Care Walk in Clinic was lieves in effi cient, compassionate, and Company, the choices other sandwiches, salads and established two years ago to meet quality care. They are committed to A are endless. Choose appetizers. Add a drink menu A the urgent medical needs of West providing aff ordable and quality medi- grass-fed beef, bison or prime featuring our own specialty Davenport residents and businesses. cal treatment in a patient-friendly en- rib burgers (or chicken). Then concoctions and ever- No appointment is necessary to receive vironment. Amana Care Clinic can help choose your cheese, your bun changing beer list with unique treatment. with many things ranging from broken and your topping. OR pick brews, and you have a new The staff at Amana Care Clinic bones, cuts, bruises, and bites, to fl u, from 10 specialty burgers—or Quad Cities’ favorite hangout. is among the best in the State colds, and headaches. They also of- try the special burger of the month. And... those SHAKES! who will quickly diagnose fer sport, camp, and work physicals. and treat patients of all ages. Amana Care Clinic is located in The experienced staff makes the West Kimberly shopping cen- full use of the facility’s ter east of Hy-Vee (Previously new and modern proce- the DMV location). Amana dure and exam rooms. Care Clinic is 1.5 miles west Amana Care Clinic also of North Park Mall. The staff off ers X-ray and limited looks forward to caring for laboratory services. your medical needs! Get in. Amana Care Clinic be- Get out. Get well.

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grass fed beef.amazing shakes. SPECIAL Sports or Camp Paid at In the town that made hard work famous. for time PHYSICAL $20 of Service Up to age 18 • Expires 8/31/17 www.steelplowburger.com 2162 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport Former DMV location @ West Kimberly Shopping Center 2180 53rd st. • Moline • (309) 517-3117 563-388-7000 • www. AmanaCareClinic.com REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 21 GOLD BUYER INSURANCE AGENCY MUDJACKING PLUMBING Winners 1 Quad City Coin Co. 1 Brad Zude allstate 1 todd’s Mudjacking & 1 tMI—total Maintenance, Inc. From 16 2 J.H. Revell Jewelers Insurance Basement 2 Petersen Plumbing & 3 Midwest Coin & Jewelry 2 Mel Foster Insurance 2 Midamerica Basement Heating Co CARPET CLEANING 3 Modern Woodmen of Systems 3 Hometown Plumbing 1 Steampro Carpet HEATING & COOLING america 3 absolute Mudjacking Inc Cleaning Inc 1 tMI—total Maintenance, REAL ESTATE AGENT 2 Stanley Steemer Inc. INVESTMENT / PEST CONTROL 1 Brittney Mills 3 ameriClean Carpet & 2 gabrilson Indoor Climate FINANCIAL FIRM 1 Kenney’s Pest Control, Inc. 2 geri doyle upholstery Cleaning Solutions 1 the advisory group, Inc. 2 Ecolab 3 Brian and Sarah Smith 3 Family Heating & Cooling 2 noble Birch Wealth 2 Pest Patrol CELLULAR PROVIDER Management REAL ESTATE COMPANY 1 Verizon CUSTOMER SERVICE HIGHER EDUCATION 3 First Community trust PET GROOMING 1 Mel Foster Co. 2 Wireless Central u.S. 1 Jeff ’s Car Corner 1 St. ambrose university 1 Fetching Styles 2 Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors Cellular authorized dealer 2 Isle Casino Hotel 2 Eastern Iowa College KENNEL 2 Freddy Fritter’s dog Bakery 3 Re/Max River Cities 3 at&t Bettendorf 3 Black Hawk College 1 POSH a Beaston Camp 3 terri’s dog Styling School 3 tMI—total Maintenance, Kennels Resort ROOFING / SIDING CHARITABLE / Inc. HOME MORTGAGE 2 Winter Bison & Bison Ridge PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO 1 Olde town Roofi ng NON-PROFIT 1 ascentra Credit union Kennels 1 Moxie design 2 Foley Contracting LLC 1 girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa FLORIST 2 dutrac Community Credit 3 Beaston Camp Kennels 2 Creative Wedding 3 Bettendorf Home Repair and Western Illinois—QC 1 Hy-Vee union Package LLC 3 Fanth & Curry Home 2 John deere Classic 2 the green thumbers 3 university of Iowa LAWN CARE / 3 Lro Photography Improvement 3 Special Olympics 3 trinity gifts & Floral Community Credit union LANDSCAPING Illinois-area4 (uICCu) 1 Wallace’s garden Center & PLACE TO WORK TAX SERVICES FUNERAL HOME greenhouses 1 Isle Casino Hotel 1 Eric Engstrom PC CHILD CARE 1 Halligan-McCabe-deVries HOTEL 1 the green thumbers Bettendorf 1 Jackson Hewitt tax Service 1 growing with grace Early 2 Wheelan-Pressly Funeral 1 Isle Casino Hotel 2 Meyer Landscape & 2 tMI—total Maintenance, 2 ameriFile Learning Center Home Bettendorf design Inc. Inc. 3 Blair, Westfall & Co. P.C. 2 Lourdes Catholic School 3 the Runge Mortuary and 2 Rhythm City Casino Resort 3 greenspace associates 3 Courtesy Car City 3 Scott County Family yMCa Crematory 3 Hotel Blackhawk Please see WINNERS, Page 28

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Carpetland USA QCA Pools and Spas Carpetland USA makes QCA Pools and Spas thanks customers a priority customers for longevity hen you’re shopping for a lei- people know who we are,” said Jim Ke- s a 3rd generation, locally owned Bureau Rating. sure purchase, the last thing telsen of the store’s 51 years in the Quad- business, Carpetland USA strongly Visit one of our beautiful, easy-to- Wyou want is more stress. Cities. A believes that customer service is a shop showrooms for the best selection of That ability to put customers at ease “We treat our customers like family,” top priority. The Langan Family has been carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and help them complete their trek to said Chris Meyer, Vice President. dedicated to providing superior floors LVT, WPC, natural stone, glass, mosaic, relaxation is one of the keys of the con- The company features more than 75 and service since the first Carpetland backsplashes and more. You’ll find tinued success of QCA Pools and Spas, QCA Spa models and 3 lines of Infrared USA location opened in 1971. Now with many of styles of floors installed in our helping them win the Quad- saunas. They manufacture 9 locations in Eastern Iowa and Western showrooms so you can see the finished City Times Readers Choice their own spas and the pat- Illinois, you’ll find a flooring store that product. You’ll find that our selection, Award as Best Place to Buy a “We treat our ented TheraSauna in DeWitt, stands behind our products and our work service and incredible values will make Pool or Spa for the fourth year customers Iowa and now feature quality with the most comprehensive guarantees shopping for new floors a in a row. like family.” custom order patio furniture in the business. great experience. The store at 1021 State St. from Woodard and Primo Giving back to the community is also in Bettendorf is hard to miss, Chris Meyer, Grills, both made in the USA. one of their core principles, as store given the gigantic hot tubs Vice President “We try to offer the best managers and employees are involved standing under the bright or- pools, spas and outdoor fam- in many local organizations. They have ange awnings on State Street. ily recreation” Meyer said. “We’re always been named National Retailer of the Year, “We’ve been here for so long, it’s been trying to make people happy.” a Top 50 U.S. Retailer from Floorcovering customer service and reliability that’s For more information, visit Weekly, and have an A+ Better Business been the key to our longevity and it’s how qcapoolsandspas.com. THANK YOU Quad Cites for Voting Us the #1 place to buy Hot Tubs and Pools. Swim NOW Pay Later! THANKS FOR TDIFFERENCEhe Carpetland USA All Above Ground Pools Clearance Priced! VOTING US #1 •Top-Quality Floors 24 ft. Round Trevi 106 Complete above CARPET AND ground pool Package (Installed) FLOORING STORE • National Buying Power • Professional Installation Reg. $4,999.00 Warranty Clearance Priced $3,695.00 • 100% Satisfaction 6 months No Payments No Interest Guaranteed (with approved credit) • 3rd Generation Locally Owned & Operated Business for Over 45 Years •Financing For Any Budget 1021 State Street, Bettendorf, Iowa • Professionally Trained Flooring Consultants (563) 359-3558 www.carpetlandusa.net M-F 10 AM - 6 PM • Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 23

Mel Foster Co. Mel Foster Co. voted best Real Estate Agent Mel Foster Co. “It feels fantastic to win the 2300 Spruce Hills drive Bettendorf, Ia 52722 award, and it’s a great feeling 563-355-5371 because of what it means, Melfosterco.com that we are making our t the end of the customer happy.” day, we all need Brittney Mills of Mel Foster Co. A some place to lay our weary heads, and whether that place is up when they fi nd that special place for an apartment, duplex, them,” she said. “You can be out with condominium, house or them looking at fi ve or six houses, but to other dwelling, Mel Foster Brittney see them fi nd that right one, and start Co. is always available to help you Mills making plans, like ‘we can put the baby’s give that domicile a new name – your “It feels fantastic to win reason I do it. We are in the business of room right here, and we can do this out home. the award, and it’s a great making people happy and making their in the yard….’ It’s magical. It’s the best That diligence and care has earned feeling because of what it means, that dreams come true, helping them fi nd thing about this business.” the over 90-year-old business the title we are making our customer happy”, their own home.” For more information on Mel of Best Real Estate Agency in the Quad- said Brittney Mills of Mel Foster Co., “Being a part of that feeling of Foster Co. and Ms. Mills, visit City Times Reader’s Choice Awards for this year’s Best Realtor in the Reader’s discovery is a thrill”, Mills said. “It’s an www.melfosterco.com and www. the 5th year in a row. Choice Awards. “Honestly that’s the amazing feeling to see people’s eyes light realtorbrittney.com.

Brittney Mills Winner VOTED 2017 Reader’s 309-798-8647 Choice [email protected] BEST www.realtorbrittney.com Licensed in IA & IL Call/text or email me anytime. REAL ESTATE AGENT Mel Foster Co, Bettendorf office

I would like to thank all of those who voted for me for the Readers Choice.I find it very important to offer my clients a high level of customer service and add personal touches. I like to make the buying and selling process as easy, fun and stress free as possible. I love that with my career as a Realtor I am helping people find a home, and making a difference in their lives. 24 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

Window World Discover energy savings at Window World

indow World was founded in “A lot of people don’t know network. Customers can apply for 1995 in Wilmington, N.C. The this, but Window World is financing through Window World’s W company has expanded over website and receive a decision within nearly two decades to include more than the largest window retailer in minutes. 180 locations in 45 states. Store owners the U.S. by far; no one else is The site also has suggestions for and their employees receive in-depth maintaining their windows, as well training on a monthly basis to keep close. The company is run by as a repair center that will walk DIY- them on the industry’s cutting edge. Its local people so the money types through several types of repairs. products include double-hung windows, Warranty information, a video on patio doors, garage doors, vinyl siding stays in the local economy.” maximizing energy savings, and and shutters, and French sliding doors, Rudy Seastrand, owner instructions on dealing with lead paint among many others. during a home renovation are on the “A lot of people don’t know this, but site as well. As they proudly say, “We’re Window World is the largest window One advantage to using Window locally owned and nationally known.” retailer in the U.S. by far; no one else is World products is the low-E glass energy Window World’s showroom is close,” says owner Rudy Seastrand. “The savings. “People don’t realize how much located at 2406 W. Kimberly Road, company is run by local people so the money that will save them over the Davenport. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. money stays in the local economy.” course of one year,” says Mr. Seastrand. Mondays through Fridays, and 9 a.m. People who already buy local will be glad “Savings of 30 to 40 percent is a huge to noon Saturdays. Their phone number to hear that they can now include locally- amount, and that amount is going to get kilowatt hour.” Window World offers is 563-323-7313 or 1-800-nextwindow. made windows. “Our products are made in larger in the future. free estimates and financing through The website is windowworld Cedar Rapids,” says Mr. Seastrand. Utility costs never go down per their Window World credit card ofdavenport.com. FOURPEAT!FOURPEA Thank you for voting Window World Best Window Store for 4 years straight!

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Front Street Brewery Good Samaritan Society-Services@Home Find out why Front Street Good Samaritan Society- Brewery was voted the best Services@Home helps the aging good Samaritan Society-Services@Home home based services. This type of care Pub & Eatery 208 E River drive, 25 years, Front Street Brewery is the 985 Lincoln Rd Ste 324, Bettendorf may also be known as private duty care, davenport, Ia 52801 (563) 322-1569 oldest brew pub and second oldest (563) 359-4444 home care of non-medical care. tap Room 421 W River drive, brewery, in the state of Iowa. It was the www.good-sam.com/quadcityhome We can help with mediation reminders, davenport, Ia 52801 (563 )324-4014 300th craft brewery to be established in meal preparation, grocery shopping, the United States, Front Street Brewery ead all about the #1 In Home cleaning, laundry, and any other daily www.frontstreetbrew.com prides itself on the variety of flavors Care provider from this year’s tasks to help you stay as independent as they offer. With new ownership in 2016, RQuad-City Times Readers’ Choice possible. ront Street Brewery is our back to they have taken the next step in the winner, a three time winner in this Our caregivers are available 24 hours back winner of the Best Brewing brewery business. It’s all about your category! a day. We also offer short-term services, FCompany in the Quad Cities. If style and how they can match it with How can Services@Home help me? like coming over for an afternoons while you want to enjoy the best tasting beer one of their craft beers. With so much Good Samaritan Society-Services@ your family runs errands; or maybe just the Quad Cities has to offer, stop by competition in the marketplace, Front Home is part of a not-for-profit an hour or two in the morning to help you either of their locations in Davenport. Street Brewery stands at the top with organization striving to transform the get your day started right. Their tap house is located in the Freight their selection and eye for the grains, aging experience through the services and Our services don’t require a deposit. House downtown Davenport and their malts, yeast and barley they use to mix housing we provide for seniors. If you are There’s no minimum time commitment. restaurant/pub is located just down and match. From light to dark to hoppy looking for some help around the house And you don’t need a doctor’s note to the street. With great tastes and a fun or not, Front Street Brewery carefully or assistance running errands, Services@ begin services. atmosphere, you are sure to enjoy the brews the best! Stop down today and Home may be exactly what you need. Call us to set up a free in-home surroundings of either location. Having enjoy a flavor that matches your taste The Good Samaritan Society’s consultation to learn more about our been in continuous operation for nearly buds! Services@Home offers non-medical, services.

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Quad-City River Bandits Bandits, American Bank donate $1,500 to YMCA Two Rivers and Scott County YMCA receive proceeds from July 10 urthering the commitment to giving back to the local community, the FQuad Cities River Bandits have donated $1,500 to the Scott County YMCA and Two Rivers YMCA. The funds were raised from ticket sales during the July 10 game at Modern Woodmen Park, which was sponsored by American Bank. The River Bandits annually donate more than $300,000 back to the Quad Cities community. Scott County YMCA on the Iowa side and Two Rivers YMCA in Illinois will split the donation of funds raised from ticket sales to the 2,095 fans attending the game on Monday, July 10. American Bank was the title sponsor of the game, helping to facilitate the fundraising. This is the latest in a long line of community efforts by the River Bandits. Already in 2017, the River Bandits have created the Bill Edmond seats, which honor the late local leader and provide two free box seats to every River Bandits game to deserving, underprivileged members of the Quad Cities community; expanded the club’s Bandit Scholars program, already the largest in all of Minor League Baseball, by adding Eastern Iowa Community College to its list of recipients; and of over $300,000 a year, the River partnered with the Bechtel Trust to create “Paying for our young people to attend college and Bandits staff also volunteers over 1,000 the new Carousel Corporation, a nonprofit donating back to this great community are two things that hours of collective community service designed to donate 100% of the proceeds we are delighted to do. The River Bandits are 100 percent with local organizations, including from four new rides at Modern Woodmen the local YMCAs. The two locations Park back to underprivileged youth in the committed to making the Quad Cities the best possible receiving this specific donation are free Quad Cities area. place to live, work and raise a family for everyone who to spend the money however they see fit. “Paying for our young people to attend For more information on the charitable college and donating back to this great calls this great area home.” contributions of the River Bandits, or to community are two things that we are request donations, contact Director of Dave Heller, owner delighted to do,” said team owner Dave Community Relations Crystal Bowen at Heller. “The River Bandits are 100 percent best possible place to live, work and raise area home.” (563) 333-2736 or crystal@riverbandits. committed to making the Quad Cities the a family for everyone who calls this great In addition to the financial donations com REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 27 28 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

FASHION JEWELRY Winners 1 Bling Bling Sisters From 21 2 Creations by Oz Uncle Petes TRANSPORTATION FLOORING 1 Quad City International 1 Carpetland uSa airport 2 Long’s Carpet & Interiors JEWELRY Uncle Petes is an icon 2 River Bend transit 3 Floorcrafters 3 act II transportation 1 Quad City Coin Co 2 necker’s Jewelers FURNITURE ncle Petes has been satisfying 3 Revell Jewelers customers and making people feel VETERINARY 1 Slumberland 1 Care animal Center Uat home for 35 years. 2 Furniture Row MATTRESSES We continue to make the most 2 Kimberly Crest Veterinary 3 Furnish 123 Hospital 1 Slumberland delicious mouth watering Gyros that 3 Bell animal Hospital 2 Mattress Outlet have been an icon here for generations. GARDEN / 3 Lebeda Mattress Factory Although Gyros are our speciality, GREENHOUSE we also serve a wide selection of SHOPPING 1 Wallace’s garden Center & MEN’S CLOTHING sandwiches, including Burgers, greenhouse 1 Men’s Wearhouse Tenderloins, Italian Beef, Grilled Pork 2 the green thumbers ANTIQUES 2 the Full Kit Chop, Grilled Chicken, Wraps & our 3 teske’s Pet & garden popular Greek Salad 1 Skeleton Key art and 3 the gentry Shop antiques Originally opened in 1982 at SouthPark 2 Riverbend Retro GIFT SHOP Mall, where all four of the Panouses MUSICAL family members, father “Uncle Pete,” the same values instilled in him by his 3 Country Fair Mall 1 aunt Hattie’s Fanciful INSTRUMENTS Emporium mother Katherine, and sons Chris & Bill parents 1 griggs Music 2 Isabel Bloom LLC worked together. When you fast forward This year we proudly won the Quad- APPLIANCES 2 Music Inc. to you 2017 you’ll find that Katherine City Times Readers Choice BEST 1 Zeglin’s Home tV & 3 Wallace’s garden Center & greenhouses has retired but is still often seen at the “Greek” restaurant for the 3rd year in a appliance PAWN SHOP restaurant, son Bill moved to Florida. row! We also won 1st place in this year’s 2 grand appliance and tV 1 Premier Jewelry & Loan (Uncle Pete passed away in 2006.) This NEW category of BEST “Gyros.” davenport, Ia GROCERY 2 M & M Pawnbrokers Inc has Chris running the business with Thanks again for enjoying Uncle Petes! 3 Ray’s appliance & Parts 1 Hy-Vee 2 Fareway grocery 3 Fresh thyme Farmers POOLS & SPA BICYCLE SHOP 1 QCa Pools and Spas THANK YOU FOR VOTING US... Market 1 Jerry & Sparky’s Bicycle 2 Sentry Pool Shop 3 the great Escape 2 Bike and Hike GUNS & AMMO “Best Gyros” 3 trek Bicycle Store 1 davenport guns 2 R&R Sports Inc. RARE COINS & CURRENCY & “Best Greek Restaurant” BLINDS 1 Quad City Coin Co. 1 Budget Blinds HARDWARE 2 Midwest Coin & Jewelry 2 great Plains Blind Company 1 K & K true Value Hardware 2 Menards 3 Hayman’s ace Hardware SHOES NOBODY BOUTIQUE 1 dSW designer Shoe 1 aunt Hattie’s Fanciful Warehouse BEATS... Emporium HOME DECOR 2 Holmes Shoes 1 dwellings 2 Mint green Boutique 3 Bron-Shoe Company 3 Putnam Museum & 2 Wallace’s garden Center 3 urban Farmhouse geneseo Science Center SPORTING GOODS 1 dICK’S Sporting goods BRIDAL SHOP HUNTING 2 dunham’s Sports 1 a Storybook Ending Bridal 1 R&R Sports Inc. 2 davenport guns & Prom Salon WINDOWS 2 Hope’s Bridal Boutique 1 Window World 3 La Belle Vie Bridal JEWELER 2 Suburban Construction Inc Moline, IL Boutique 1 J.H. Revell Jewelers 3 Renewal by andersen 2 necker’s Jewelers Window Replacement Mon. - Sat. 11:00am - 9:00pm CONSIGNMENT 3 Mcgivern’s Fine Jewelry Closed Sunday & gifts 1 Stuff Etc davenport WOMEN’S CLOTHING 2 Once upon a Child Winner: 2015 & 2016 Best Greek Restaurant 1 Mint green Boutique 3 Plato’s Closet davenport, 2 Von Maur Ia 3629 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, IL 3 Four Seasons—davenport CARRY-OUTS (309)762-6877 REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 29

Rustic Ridge Golf Course and Lynn’s BBQ Enjoy the best of both worlds at Rustic Ridge Golf Course and Lynn’s BBQ

hat is your idea of a great golf course? Many golfers would W point to PGA event courses. These, and country clubs like it are beautiful. Most have bentgrass fairways, water fountains, scenic bridges, flower gardens, and concrete cart paths. Like fine dining, you get pampered. A valet loads your clubs. You can warm up on the driving range. In the clubhouse, you can have a $12 glass of wine. I am Kevin Wohlford, and I am more of a beer guy. I like an affordable round of golf with a high fun factor. In golf, the course is your opponent, and golf is irrigation, built four new women’s tees, fun when the course plays fair. If you hit and changed holes five and nine. a long drive but miss the fairway, does My idea of a good restaurant goes the course swallow your ball in woods along these lines as well. Fine dining or tall grass? As for me, I like to have has its place, but as for me, I prefer to fun with my driver. A fair course has put on jeans and meet up with friends hazards to give you some challenges, but at a casual joint with a wide selection not so many that it takes the heart out of beers and enjoy some good BBQ. of you. Fair greens are soft to grab your I remodeled the clubhouse at Rustic approach shot. They have medium speed Ridge. I lined it with old, weathered, and gentle undulation. One time, I was barnwood. I built a bar with a dozen beer playing a “very nice” course in another handles. And I bought a smoker. town, and my putt rolled up near the It is an honor win “best” in two hole, stopped and rolled back to where I unrelated categories. I couldn’t do it was standing. That’s only fun when you without the support are playing mini-golf. of my wife, Rustic Ridge was my favorite course Sandy and my before I owned it. If I could buy a father, Bill. course, I thought, I’d buy one I had fun We wish playing. In 2001, my dream came true. to thank Each year since then, I have our fans made improvements to for their this 9-holer. The biggest patronage of those was in 2006, and their when I installed fairway votes. 30 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

River Valley Turf Quad City International Airport River Valley Turf wins Quad City International best power equipment Airport makes travel easy ummer is almost over, kids are Vegas, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Orlando- iver Valley Turf would like to thank more. River Valley Turf services and heading back to school. But Sanford, Phoenix-Mesa, St. Petersburg/ the quad cities for voting them carries parts for all brands they sell and S wait! It’s time to plan ahead for Clearwater Beach, and Ft. Myers (via R#1 in the POWER EQUIPMENT more. school breaks to secure good rates and Punta Gorda.) Ft. Myers service on business. Their parts and service departments availability for your trip. Allegiant returns seasonally on December River Valley Turf has been in The Quad can get parts and also service most There may be more than one airline 15th and is very popular with snowbirds. Cities since 1998 when they started in brands. They offer state-of-the-art flying to your destination. Weigh the We thank the entire community for Davenport, IA. In 2006, they expanded shops with the best trained techs, the options that will be best for your family. your support- past, present, and future. to the IL side of the river with a store best tools and equipment to get your Search fares on a variety of airlines that Always check fares from the Quad in Silvis to better serve that side of the job done in a professional and timely fly to your destination (with a connection City International Airport, you may be Quad-Cities. manner. through a hub city) or call a travel agent. surprised at what you find. After all, They offer over 130 years of combined August is the time for your equipment They are professional travel planners and what’s the best part of flying from home? employee experience in this business. tune up so call them today to get 1/2 off will be sure to find you the best possible Landing back home! They now carry several brands including delivery service in the month of August fare from the Quad Cities. The Quad City International John Deere, Frontier, Honda, Ariens , with a tune up special. Remember they There are four airlines from the Airport strives to make travel an easier Toro, Stihl, Echo, Bear Cat. They carry also offer at home service, so your mower QCIA: American, Allegiant, Delta, and experience with close, affordable not just outdoor power equipment, but never leaves your home. Stop into River United with nonstop flights to 11 cities- parking, no long lines, two restaurants also gators, compact and utility tractors Valley Turf to meet their friendly staff and hundreds connections beyond. and gift shops, free wi-fi, and business up to 115 H.P., zero turn mowers and and see what they can do for you today. They are: Atlanta, Chicago O’Hare, center and more. Join our e-mail alerts Dallas-Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Las today at qcairport.com.

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Park Vista Retirement Living Residents are priority at Park Vista Retirement Living

Park Vista Retirement Living with the world around them, particularly www.parkvistaliving.org with their family and friends. They look 1451 20th avenue, East Moline, IL 61244 forward to being able to get everyone 309-752-9711 acquainted with the user-friendly email, and best of all, new Skype™ program! ark Vista Retirement Living in East Skype™ is an easy-to-use live video chat Moline is our back to back winner in service: you can download it for free and Pour Best Senior Living category. With use it on any computer with a webcam so much competition in the Quad Cities, and internet connection. With a click of to win this category two years in a row is a button, you can visit with family and a big accomplishment. The passion they friends on another continent, across the take in caring for their residents is seen country, or even just down the hall! once you walk through the doors. They Feel free to stop by and experience are on the cutting edge when it comes to iN2L first hand. We truly believe that It’s taking the next step in senior care. They Never 2 Late to have a little bit of fun with will be rolling out their new “It’s Never 2 technology! To learn more about iN2L Late™ (IN2L™)” program in their memory and hear from people who use it visit care areas! iN2L is an innovative computer Lanette Paper, Marketing director, is always looking for another reason to celebrate with www.iN2L.com system, designed just for your loved ones Park Vista’s residents and now she has one! Park Vista offers a variety of amenities, in our care. This touch screen computer is including various programs, bus services, programmed for activities, games, therapy, experience to use the iN2L computer One of their favorite features of the iN2L social services and more. Stop out today reminiscing, music, virtual travel, and so system, touch a picture on the screen to system is that it provides an opportunity and see what the best senior living much more. You don’t need any computer navigate and enjoy! for their memory care residents to connect community looks like.

no lifestyle fee retretirreementment livinng “A tremendous load was lifted off our entire family when our Mom and Dad moved to Park Vista. Now our family can enjoy living again without worrying. Park Vista is the Best Senior Living Community with an awesome staff. Now when we visit Mom and Dad, we can all relax and enjoy Park Vista’s great activities and fantastic entertainment together. Thank you from all of us! — Lynn, Craig & Lori • Community Set on 12 Beautiful, Wooded Acres • Peaceful, Park-Like Setting • Greater Square Footage for Your Dollar • Free Transportation 7 Days a Week • Full Size Refrigerators & Stoves • Pets Allowed (Under 25 Lbs) 32 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

Sexton Ford Sexton Ford: Established 1952

n June 1, 1952, Bill Sexton opened the doors at Sexton Ford and a new auto dealership Owas born at 1122 5th Ave., Moline. In the early 1960’s, All Pellegrini moved to the Quad-Cities and took over Sexton Ford. In 1971, Al moved the dealership to 3802 16th St., Moline. It was Al Pellegrini’s idea to develop the SouthPark area as an auto plaza, with competing new-car dealers doing business next door to each other. Mr. Pellegrini bought land, now known as the South Park Auto Plaza which currently has multiple franchises. Mr. Pellegrini had visions of his sons being part of the dealership, and 1980 his vision became reality. Randy became the new owner of Sexton Ford, later joined by his brother Gary. Randy’s son Vince, is also part of the management team. Gary Pellegrini retired from Sexton Ford and his nephew, Vince Pellegrini, has stepped up take his place, alongside his father, Randy. As of September 2016, Randy and Vince Pellegrini, still locally own and operate Sexton Ford. Sexton Ford stays on top of the car industries changing times. Professionally staff ed departments have close to 85 employees combined. Our staff ed professionals do continual training for a rapidly growing industry. Our customer service is always making advancements to better service our customers’ needs and expectations.

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Pro-Clean Car Wash VOTED BEST CAR WASH

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Pro-Clean Car Wash • Unlimited Wash Plan Available! 1124 Kimberly Rd, davenport, Ia (563) 391-1412 • Express detailing 4310 46th ave, Rock Island, IL (309) 788-6456 pro-cleancarwash.com • Full service car wash ro-Clean Car Wash is once again our Quad-City Times Readers’ Choice • Express car wash Ptop pick for best car wash. Winning this category three years in a row is quite PHOTOS PROVIDED a feat since there are many options out Justin and nolan of Pro-Clean Car Wash there. At Pro-Clean Car Wash you get professionals on the job to clean your car your needs and your budget, some of inside and out. Whether you’re looking the highlights at Pro-Clean include for a quick car wash or a full-service car full service car wash, express car wash, detail, Pro-Clean Car Wash provides professional detail and express detailing. professional and dependable service. When you arrive at Pro-Clean, they With locations in Davenport and Rock take care of your car right away. With Island, you are sure to find a fit for your customer service a priority, you are ride. At Pro-Clean Car Wash they offer greeted with friendly staff that is ready to customers a unique car wash service: the get the job done. They not only take care 1124 West Kimberly Rd. 4310 46th Ave. Lava Shield! Clean and protect your car of the general public, they also service car Davenport, Iowa 52806 Rock Island, IL 61201 with a lava waterfall of hot wax, safe for dealer vehicles too, so the new car smell all makes and models. Our automotive the dealers get you get! Pro-Clean strives (563) 391-1412 (309) 788-6456 detailing packages are designed to fit to make your car shine all day long! REadER’S CHOICE Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 | 35

Olde Town Roofing

Olde Town Roofing is leading area roofer

here can be nothing quite as “We’re very proud to have received the 2017 Readers Choice out there: “We come to inspect your roof frustrating to homeowners as a leaky Award and want to thank everyone who voted for us. We and give you a fair price without trying T roof or damaged shingles. Between to sell you. The price we give is the price cleaning up after the storm and the hassle appreciate your confidence in us by voting us the number you get,” he said. “I think that’s the reason with insurance agents, the entire roof one roofing company in the Quad Cities. We plan on being we have such a great reputation in the process can be stressful and strenuous. area. We’re not that kind of company.” Quad-City Times 2017 Readers Choice around for the long haul.” Olde Town Roofing offers discounts to Award-Winner Olde Town Roofing makes veterans and seniors, financing options Sean Vogler, owner dealing with the aftermath easy. and payment plans. Olde Town Roofing has been impact-resistant options to help to protect Moline High School. He is happy to give Finally, Vogler wanted to thank you. the Quad Cities’ leading roofing your roof from future hail and storm back to his community, working on many “We’re very proud to have received the and siding contractor since 2004, damage. “As a CertainTeed Master, we major projects for the cities of Davenport, 2017 Readers Choice Award and want providing customers with the highest provide four-star warranty programs to Moline and Muscatine to name just a few. to thank everyone who voted for us. We quality products. “We’ve tried several protect your roof moving forward,” Vogler This dedication is the backbone of Olde appreciate your confidence in us by voting manufacturers [over the years], but added. Town Roofing’s philosophy of exceptional us the number one roofing company in the we’ve finally found the best shingles on Olde Towing Roofing is a homegrown, service, integrity, professionalism and Quad Cities. We plan on being around for the market,” owner Sean Vogler told The locally operated business. Vogler was courtesy. the long haul.” He invites you to contact Quad-City Times. Olde Town Roofing born and raised in the Quad Cities, and Vogler emphasizes that they dislike the him today and see the Olde Town Roofing uses CertainTeed shingles, including counts himself a proud graduate from strong-arm practices of other contractors difference. 36 | Sunday, auguSt 6, 2017 REadER’S CHOICE

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