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The Bank of Carbondale is proud to be a locally owned and operated Real Community Bank. They have fi ve area banking centers located in Carbondale, Carterville, Murphysboro and Vergennes to serve their customers. When a customer deposits their money with The Bank of Carbondale, those deposits are reinvested back to our local community – into home loans, consumer loans and small business development . “As a locally owned and operated community bank, we are committed to Southern Illinois,” said Robert Bleyer, President of The Bank of Carbondale. “Our goal is to provide the highest quality of banking services to our customers”. The Bank of Carbondale offers a wide variety of banking services for both businesses and individuals. These services include personal and business checking accounts, savings accounts, certifi cates of deposit, money markets and IRA’s. They also offer mortgage

loans, automobile loans, personal loans and business loans. The Bank of Carbondale also offers a variety of technological services designed to save their customers time and money, while offering the convenience of 24-hour banking. These include eStatements, online banking and bill pay. Remote deposit is also available for business customers. The Bank of Carbondale has 11 convenient ATM’s, including locations at SIUC and John A. Logan College. The Bank of Carbondale is committed to investing in the community through donations and support to area schools, charitable organizations and civic groups, including sponsorship of the Annual Fishing Expedition for Special Populations, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Day Camp. The Bank of Carbondale also supports education through their Community Scholarship Program. Graduating seniors from Carbondale, Carterville,

Murphysboro and Elverado High Schools are eligible to apply for these scholarships, which have awarded over $310,000 to local students since 2001. The Community Scholarship Program is another example of The Bank of Carbondale’s commitment to the local community. The Bank of Carbondale is committed

to serving the banking needs of their customers, and investing in Southern Illinois. You can visit their website at www.tboc.com, or contact the main location at (618) 549-2181. You are also invited to stop by their banking centers and discover “The Real Community Banking Difference”.

The Bank of Carbondale

The Southern Illinoisan Thursday, June 21, 2012

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The Mission of Town Square Market in Carbondale is simple: to promote sustainable living by providing wholesome food, supplements and earth-friendly household supplies. Since October 2006, Town Square Market has been carrying out this mission by working with local growers, suppliers and crafters to help build the local community. They want to provide our neighbors with a way to make a living and give customers great products to buy. “We saw that there was a need for an alternative to the big box grocery stores,” Co-owner Alexander Pellow says. “An alternative that offered food that is good for us and a store that really addresses our values in terms of what products

are offered, where they come from, and how healthy they are for our bodies and for the environment.” Pellow adds, “We want to keep the store simple and easy to shop in. We’re not a store that tries to have everything. We want shoppers to fi nd a well-balanced selection of the items they need, plus a few hard-to-fi nd items. We’re happy to satisfy special requests, and try to do as many things as we can to help people feel like it’s their store.” That also means offering outstanding customer service. “The level of attention we give to our customers is one you rarely see anywhere else,” he adds. “Plus we do lots of research on our products so that customers don’t have to.

They can feel confi dent that we have an optimal selection of a good balance between what is right for them and the environment and what is right for their pocket. Even our vitamins and supplements have been hand-selected by a local health practitioner who knows what works. We also have the most complete selection of homeopathic remedies in the region.” Especially popular is the Town Square Market’s growing organic bakery and deli selection. Pellow says it is an area of the store which will be growing to meet increasing demands. “We’re going to continue to expand our deli items,” he says. “We get a lot of positive responses from people who love

being able to come in and get a quick, convenient and healthy lunch. People say they love our sandwiches, wraps and pasta salad. It’s fast, delicious and made with natural ingredients found in the store.” He says soups and fresh salads are going to be among new items in the deli soon. “We already offer sesame broccoli, Szechuan green beans, kale salad and pasta salad, which are all great for lunch or to take home for the family, but we have lots of recipes for other salads we want to offer.” The Town Square Market is also recognized for its unique bakery items. “We are the only store in Southern Illinois that offers fresh German bread baked in the traditional manner. We have customers that come

from miles away just for our bread.” The Town Square Market understands it is part of a greater community, Pellow says. “We are very focused on being a local Southern Illinois business that tries to support other Southern Illinois businesses. We are devoted to supporting local artisans and farmers. We have locally made greeting cards, arts and crafts and personal care products. We also carry locally grown produce, honey, eggs and meat. When you eat food that was produced where you live, it not only costs less, it tastes better and is better for the environment.”

Town Square Market

“At Town Square Market we are grateful for the

opportunity to provide our community with truly

healthy foods. Our customers are empowered to

create a better lifestyle with wholesome products.”

106 East Jackson StreetCarbondale, IL 62901Phone: 618-529-2312

townsquaremarket.com

Our Community’s Resource for Healthy, Sustainable Living.

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If you were to do a little research, you could easily learn that Time magazine made its debut on American newsstands in 1923. That same year the New York Yankees unveiled a new stadium in the Bronx called Yankee Stadium, also known as “The House that Ruth Built.” And a guy named Roy, along with his little brother Walt, started a little company that you may have heard of. They called it the Walt Disney Company. Fast forward eighty-nine years…the old Yankee Stadium has been replaced by a newer one, but the team that plays there is more successful than any team in baseball. Time magazine is still a respected source for news, and Walt Disney World is one of the best-known brands in the world. Another company that got its start that same year is right here in our backyard. Yes, it was 1923 when Ed Vogler Sr. started Vogler Motor Company in Carbondale, Ill. And like those other companies, Vogler has stood the test of time. The New York Yankees didn’t win 27 World Series by accident. They built a tradition of winning and excellence that their fans and players have come to expect and that they can take great pride in. Like the Yankees, Vogler has spent decades cultivating an atmosphere of family with a strong commitment to excellence as well. To be a part of the Vogler team is a great source of pride for its employees. Time magazine didn’t become the respected news source that it is by reporting news that wasn’t backed up with facts and reported by people with ethics. Andy you can’t sell and service cars in the same town for 89 years without telling people the truth, and if you don’t have strong ethics, word gets around

pretty fast. A company like Disney continues to be a leader in customer satisfaction by going above and beyond to make their customers happy. If something is wrong, they make it right. People travel from around the globe to visit Disney parks. That same philosophy has propelled Vogler to the top when it comes to customer satisfaction. They stand behind what they sell and people come from all over Southern Illinois and further to buy from a dealer they know they can trust. You don’t last 89 years without a strong commitment to whatever it is that you are doing. That’s the nuts and bolts of what makes Vogler Motor Company the business that it is today. Vogler has remained true to its mission statement of striving to make sure that every customer is completely satisfi ed. They believe the way to achieve that goal is by culturing an environment where long-term relationships are the standard. Since the beginning in 1923, Ed Vogler Sr. stressed

a family tradition of honesty, trust and integrity. Those values were handed down to sons Ed and Don, who owned the store until their retirements. When the time came for them to step down, they looked within the Vogler organization for the next ‘generation’ to carry it on. Frank Black began his career at Vogler as a salesman on a ‘temporary’ basis, working his way up to become the next owner, and ended up serving the family business for over 50 years. Just like the Vogler family did with him, Frank looked within for his successors, and that brings us to where we are today in 2012. Dennis Rathjen and Bryan Black are the current owners. Both of these men ‘cut their teeth’ in the automotive business, learning how to do it the Vogler way. Like Frank, they started at entry level positions and worked their way through the dealership until it was their turn to pick up the torch and carry it forward. So, although there isn’t anyone named Vogler who is involved in the operation of

the business, the core values have been handed down from generation to generation, and are ingrained in the minds of those who lead Vogler Motor Company forward today. “We’re proud of what the Vogler family started and we do our best to honor that. We believe that it truly is the best way to operate our business,” said Dennis Rathjen. “Truth, honesty and integrity is important, especially in this business.” Because of the atmosphere and philosophy of the store, it is very rare from someone to leave Vogler for another job in the auto industry. President and Owner Dennis Rathjen has been with the company since 1972. Co-owner Bryan Black started in 1977. That’s 40 and 35 years respectively! The Vogler sales staff is no different. Of the 14 sales staff employees, the average tenure with Vogler Motor Company is over 11 years. Compare that with any other store and you’ll fi nd that something different is happening at Vogler Motor Company.

New Car Sales Manager Tim Hirsch has been with the company for 15-plus years. “It’s really about relationships.Working here is like being with your family, and that carries over to the way we try to treat people who do business with us. They’re part of the Vogler family too.” The business operates sales and service of new Ford, Lincoln and Mazda products at their facility across from University Mall in Carbondale at 1170 E. Main St. They also run a collision center and major parts distribution center from their other location at 301 N. Illinois Ave., where they also own and operate four NAPA Auto Parts stores. The others are in Murphysboro, Herrin and Marion. Time Magazine, the New York Yankees and Walt Disney World each have something in common with Vogler Motor Company. The one thing Vogler has that the other top companies don’t: Vogler is locally owned!

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A beautiful home interior goes beyond the living room, the bedrooms and dining rooms. To have a truly remarkable living space, careful attention has to be paid to the kitchen as well as the bathrooms. That means beautiful quality cabinets and vanities from Quality Cove, located just off Ava Road, north of Muphysboro. Quality Cove is where people from all across the region get custom cabinets without the custom prices.Owner Roger Twenhafel is no novice when it comes to providing great cabinets. For many years he was proprietor of Apple City Cabinets at the same location. Today, along with designer Jane Boice, Quality Cove offers a wide range of

cabinet styles and features, with outstanding customer service. We have nine lines of cabinets, including three cherries, white fi nishes and the darks, which are very popular right now,” Twenhafel said. “Every cabinet you see on display is available in each fi nish.” All of the cabinets are quality solid-wood construction and include features such as soft-closing drawers and drawer bottoms made of half-inch plywood. Quality Cove offers a spacious 8,000-square-foot showroom with dozens of bathroom vanities on display and a large number of sample kitchens. Quality Cove expanded into kitchen and bathroom

countertops this year, and they now specialized in laminate countertops including the new high defi nition countertops with the look of granite. Quality Cove can customize your countertop to your specifi c needs and offers in-home templating. For the bathroom, Quality Cove offers standard size granite counters with under mount bowls or Custom Marble with the customers’ specifi ed bowl. To assist with customers’ homes, Boice works with homeowners from start to fi nish for a one-of-a-kind custom kitchen or bathroom. “We use a state-of-the-art designing program and work closely with our customers,”

Roger Twenhafel said. “We ask people to just give us the rough estimates of their kitchen to get started, then we do the rest.” The software allows Boice to show customers and contractors a 3-D image of how their cabinets will look and fi t into their homes. Once the design is complete, Quality Cove customers do not have to wait long for their new kitchen or bath. Twenhafel shared the story of a customer who was considering having their existing cabinets resurfaced and who had several estimates for the work. “However, we were able to rebuild their entire kitchen with new cabinets and countertops for less than it would have cost

them just to have the old ones resurfaced,” he said. He said that many of the oak cabinets available at Quality Cove are priced the same as the cabinets found in the back row of the large stores, but, he said, there is a huge difference in quality. “This is a very, very high quality cabinet,” he said, adding that Quality Cove can offer many features as well, things like glass-front cabinet doors and designer hardware.

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A Little Bit of Italyin Herrin, IL

Walk into Louie’s P & R, and you know something is different. There’s just no place like it in all of Southern Illinois. Tuscan markets are not that common in our area. Then again, there’s nowhere like Louie’s P & R. Louie’s is Herrin’ original Italian deli, dating back to the late 1890s. It’s an authentic Italian grocery store; perhaps best known for its daily meat specials—things like Italian sausages, salameats, luganiga, bratwurst and other favorites. There’s a wide selection, too, of specialty cheeses and an array of dry goods not commonly found in Southern Illinois. “We offer unique products that shoppers seek out in the region,” Tony Gauldoni, owner says. “We pride ourselves on offering a good variety but, at the same time, keeping a high-quality selection of products.” Constantly searching for new products, Gauldoni makes frequent trips to St. Louis to discover the best products for Southern Illinois kitchens. Tony grew up in the business. In fact, Tony’s father – the Louie in Louie’s P & R—bought the deli in 1957. Tony and his wife Alisa have owned and operated the business since 1990. Over the years he has developed a real “feel” for the needs and wants of his customers, whom he enjoys visiting with and helping every day. “I really take pride in what we do. It is our goal to make sure everything we do and offer is of the highest quality,” he adds.

That means growing and changing to meet customer needs. The vast selection at Louie’s is constantly growing and renovations to the store a few years ago not only improved the shopping experience, it also improved the dining experience—giving patrons a comfortable place to take a break and enjoy a fresh-made sandwich, made-to-order soup or fabulous salad while visiting or using the free Wi-Fi service. Specials on meat are offered each Friday and Saturday. Gauldoni says the deals help people get a great price on staple items. Packaged meat specials provide customers with an easy and affordable way to stock freezers with quality meats. Louie’s even brings in unique specialty products for the holiday season each year. Louie’s P & R has become a place of legend. Customers drive from all over Southern Illinois for meats and other products. Even former residents make pilgrimages to Louie’s during visits. “Customers are always our No. 1 concern the minute they walk through the door,” Gualdoni said. “Hopefully, they fi nd our environment friendly and will keep coming back to see us. You would be surprised, though, the number of people in town who had never been in this grocery before despite how long we’ve been in business. So, we’re making new customers - and new friends - all the time.”

120 East Walnut • Herrin • 618-942-3394 • Mon-Sat 7:30a-7pwww.louiespnr.com • Find us on Facebook

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HR Physical Therapy is an independent, locally-owned clinic located behind Logan Primary Care. Laura Roach, PT/owner, and her staff offer an array of physical therapy services to the southern Illinois area. At HR Physical Therapy you can always count on personalized care from a licensed physical therapist with each visit. Unlike many “revolving door” facilities you will receive consistent, continuous care from Laura, Amy and Rachel. Our highly trained and specialized physical therapists offer services for neck and low back pain, lower body ailments, post surgical procedures,

motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries, balance and coordination issues, plus many other outpatient diagnoses. A heated pool is available for a wide variety of aquatic therapies. Our main goal is to help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent further injury through patient and family education. HR Physical Therapy believes that each patient should be fully knowledgeable of their condition and the proper treatment options available. As stated in the PT Magazine in October 1999, “Physical therapists are good people to know. They’re educated in understanding the interaction

of all your body parts. Their hands-on approach begins with examination, diagnosis, and treatment of the immediate problem. Then they teach you how to take care of yourself by showing you how to do

exercises and how to use your body properly to gain strength and mobility and prevent recurring injury. You’ll fi nd them advising on proper posture and body motion in the work place, treating injuries,

consulting on fi tness and administering physical therapy.” At HR Physical Therapy, the atmosphere is a family friendly environment and the employeeswork hard to provide the best patient care at an optimum cost. We are located behind Logan Primary Care at 3308 Logan Drive in Herrin and are open early morning and late evenings to accommodate before and after work and school schedules. Laura and her staff invite you to stop in for a tour or just give us a call. The staff at HR Physical Therapy welcomes the chance to help you and get your body back performing at its’ high potential.

HR Physical Therapy


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Heritage Woods of Benton, an affordable supportive living community is located east of Franklin Hospital. Heritage Woods of Benton provide seniors 65 & older assistance with daily living in order to maintain their independence.In the privacy of your own apartment which has been conveniently designed for senior living, you can welcome visitors or spend quiet time relaxing. A full array of amenities and helpful services will make your days fulfi lled and comfortable for you and your family. Since opening in 2004, Heritage Woods of Benton has provided residents with the freedom to live independent lifestyles, while providing the support to ensure their health, wellness and dignity. Heritage Woods of Benton offers studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with emergency call devices in the bathroom and bedroom. At Heritage Woods of Benton, you will fi nd many home-like qualities;

three meals daily plus snacks, private apartment, full private bathroom as well as a kitchenette, along with individually controlled heating and air conditioning. The high level of customer service and respect that the staff provides to the residents and their families assures their role in the Heritage Woods family. Making the seniors’ quality of life better is what Heritage Woods is all about. A fi nancial assistance program is available to those who qualify, making Heritage Woods lifestyle affordable to all. For more information or to schedule a tour, call Heritage Woods of Benton at (618) 439-9431. Apartments are available for immediate occupancy.

Heritage Woods of Benton

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Hours: Mon.-Fri.

9am-6:30pm Sat. 9am-2pm

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Looking for a hometown pharmacy that knows and cares about the community and its people? Look no further than Herrin Drug, a real hometown pharmacy where you can get courteous and professional service from people you know and trust. “I think that people like doing business with people that they know and trust and who they can see face-to-face,” David Mattingly, pharmacist and owner said. “We support and are involved in the community—in church, in local organizations, in youth sports. Our involvement is important and that separates us from the big chain stores. We believe in supporting those who put their trust in us.” For nearly three decades, Herrin Drug has been locally owned and operated. The pharmacy is fully accredited, meaning you can trust the products and advice you receive. At Herrin Drug, David and his fellow pharmacists provide education and free consultations about prescriptions and other medications for any customer who needs it. Getting prescriptions from Herrin Drug is easy: come into the pharmacy, use the drive-up window at the convenient downtown location or have

your medications delivered directly to your home. At Herrin Drug, customer service is the top priority, since the staff members are your neighbors and friends. Customers can even drop off dry cleaning, avoiding an extra stop on their errands. A Hallmark Gold Crown store, Herrin Drug offers the latest designs of greeting cards and gift wrap. You will also fi nd all of the great gifts and supplies to make any occasion extra special. Gift shop manager Kathy Childers has expanded to include more variety and items you’d expect in a larger town, further serving the gift-giving needs of her customers.Herrin Drug also carries home health care items and a full line of medical supplies, from fi rst-aid items all the way to hospital beds and liquid oxygen, all with courteous, knowledgeable and professional advice. Herrin Drug also carries a large selection of diabetic care supplies. The friendly staff works with your medical insurance company for your convenience. All of it combine together to make Herrin Drug one of southern Illinois’ most innovative pharmacies. “We are a complete, full-service pharmacy,” Mattingly added.

Herrin Drug


For some, total health might mean an absence of illness, but for the professionals at Total Health Chiropractic and Acupuncture Clinic in Herrin, the phrase means much more. When Dr. Kelly Chullen-Hoppers and her staff work to bring “total health” to patients and clients, it means allowing those individuals to live the life they desire. “We really try to look at the patient as a whole to achieve both our medical goals and to allow them to achieve what they want to do,” Dr. Chullen-Hoppers said. “Whether it’s wanting to be able to play with the grandchildren or just being able to walk around the mall. When they say they want to achieve something, that’s absolutely what we try to help them do.”With that philosophy, the staff at Total Health Chiropractic and Acupuncture takes a “big picture” approach to providing care through a variety of treatment strategies and techniques. “What makes us unique is our approach with lots of different options,” she said.

“It’s not cookie-cutter treatment. We work with the patient to fi nd the best option in each case.” Services include chiropractic adjustments, electrical stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound, massage therapy, physiotherapy, acupuncture and non-surgical spinal decompression. She added that while people often related chiropractic care to conditions of the back and spine, treatments are not limited to that area. Patients come to the clinic for treatments for neck pain, problems with hips, knees, legs or even wrists. Treatments also include education and discussions of natural solutions to common health problems, all of which can lead to an improved quality of life, improving the way patients feel and giving Dr. Chullen-Hoppers a sense of satisfaction. “It’s very rewarding when someone tells me that they can do something now that they weren’t able to do for a long time because of something we’ve done.”

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A Staple of Southern Illinois since 1937Since 1937, Baldwin Piano in Herrin has fi lled the need for music instrument excellence in southern Illinois. Began by Mrs. Mildred Yuill, who then sold the business to the late Bill Barras in 1965, the tradition is carried on today by Bruce Steh and his

outstanding support staff.

The store is located in downtown Herrin and boasts over 12,000 square feet, displaying over 200 pianos, organs and keyboards. As many as 60 grand pianos can be found on the fl oor, ready to be

played by any and all prospective buyers. Baldwin Piano takes pride in keeping up with the latest trends in the business and with that in mind, you’ll fi nd the best instruments available from Baldwin, Hamilton, Knabe,

Pramberger, Wurtlitzer, Rodgers, Viscount, Kohler, Roland and ConcertMaster, just to name a few.

Once you select your new instrument, their professional staff will assist in delivery, installation and set-up, ensuring that you experience a wonderful sound with your new instrument. Baldwin Piano also has associations with several highly skilled piano and organ technicians, who will make sure your new instrument will perform at its’ highest potential, as well as work on any older pianos or organs you may have.

Southern Illinoisans fl ock to their complete printed music department, which include the most popular teaching methods, Henle Urtext editions, classical, popular, jazz, broadway and country. Special orders are always welcomed. You will also fi nd a large selection of musical gifts and accessories for teachers, students, and music lovers.Bruce and staff at Baldwin Piano look forward to seeing you soon and showing you how the addition of music in your home can lead to a better overall quality of life for you and your loved ones.

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When Celia Robertson started House 2 Home Realty fi ve years ago, she never dreamed the agency would be

so successful as quickly as it has been. Turns out, many homebuyers and sellers are looking for a break

from high commissions. In fact, House 2 Home Realty has saved sell-ers and buyers more than $500,000 in only a few short years.

“When I began my career in real estate at another agency, it didn’t take me long to fi gure out that I needed to offer clients other options, especially when it came to commissions,” Robertson says. “I am willing to take a cut on the listing side of the transaction, which allows the seller to come down on their asking price. In turn, that makes their home much more marketable, especially in a very competitive market.” Her realization has worked for her own agency, as well as dozens of satisfi ed customers. In fact, in fi ve years, House 2 Home has sold millions of dollars in real estate. House 2 Home works with a team of agents, all with the same approach as Robertson. Sellers pay only a one-time listing fee and have all of the advantages and perks you receive with any other real estate company charging higher commissions. The net result could be a savings of thousands of dollars. Plus, House 2 Home makes sure listings receive expo-sure through traditional means, such as advertising and

home guides and inclusion on the Multiple Listings Service database, as well as Trulia, Zillow, Craigslist and other Internet home-selling websites. There is even an op-tion of being a FSBO while you are listed on the MLS. It makes for happy buyers and sellers who save on commissions, and it started with Robertson’s insight. An obstacle Robertson has had to overcome is public knowledge that you don’t need a big franchise to sell your home. “I always ask my sellers the same ques-tion. If you were looking for a home would you ONLY look at a brand name franchise home for sale?” No. It doesn’t matter who’s sign is in the yard; what matters is location, price and the bottom line when the deal closes. “I’m in this to help people, and I will bend over backwards to do it,” she says. “That’s just how I am.”

www.h2hrealty.net | 304 N. Pershing, Energy | (618) 942-6200

Arturo's Mexican GrillArturo Cervantes’ dream of opening his own restaurant has become a reality with the beginning of Arturo’s Mexican Restaurant in 2010. In keeping a fresh look to the restaurant, he has recently re-painted the restaurant’s interior to refl ect a more authentic Mexican feel, as well as bring a softer feel to the surroundings.Arturo ongoing goal is to bring on the best authentic food and recipes to residents of southern Illinois. The menu features a Tex-Mex combination of dishes, including many steak and seafood choices. He’s currently adding new selections to the menu, all in an effort to have something for every taste bud.A truly unique feature of the menu is a daily lunch buffet from 11 am to 3 pm, featuring over 40 items. You’re able have all your favorites, including tacos, burritos, fajitas, salads and soups. It has proven to provide a quick-in, quick-out lunch dining option.The bar side of the restaurant is fully stocked with everything needed to accompany your meal or to just wind down from the day. There will be daily specials in the bar.The upstairs at Arturo’s is maintained

for additional seating as needed, as well as accommodating business meetings, parties and special occasion celebrations. Several groups hold regular meetings there and many parties have taken place in his 3 years of business. Please call ahead to reserve that space as needed.There are many places for Mexican food in southern Illinois, each with its’ own take on how the food should be prepared and taste. Arturo invites you in to his Mexican grill and enjoy his take on what he feels is the “best food around”.

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The role of the SIU Credit Union is simple, says Dennis Schaefer, the president and CEO of the almost-30,000 member fi nancial institution. “We’re here to serve our members and to serve our communities,” he explains. The SIU Credit Union continues to fulfi ll its roll by providing a wide range of fi nancial services to people in 11 Southern Illinois counties. “All you have to do to be a member of SIU Credit Union is live or work in one of the counties we serve,” says Marketing Director Karli Feldhake. Feldhake says one of the real differences between the credit union and a traditional bank, is

that credit unions operate on a cooperative principle, where every customer is an owner. “We are member-owned, not serving a paid board of directors or outside owners,” she says. “It is this cooperative approach that allows us to provide better rates and better service.” Just $5 purchases customers a share of ownership. Schaefer says that in many ways, credit unions are similar to community banks, but are different in other ways. One unique characteristic is that users of credit unions are the owners, each purchasing a share in the entity as part of their initial deposit. Profi ts from the credit unions are returned to members in the forms of higher

interest rates on savings or other investment accounts and lower loan rates. There are new services, too. Feldhake says members now benefi t from a program called “shared branching” which expands the credit union’s fi ve branches (Carbondale East, Carbondale West, Marion, Massac County and Energy) into thousands of locations nationwide. “Essentially, we have joined a network of credit unions that allows our members to handle their transactions at any one of the credit unions in the network, regardless of if they’re here, in California, New York or even Germany or Korea,” she explains. “You can go into any

one of the 4,500 participating credit union branches just like you would into one of our locations.” Members of the SIU Credit Union have access to more than 65,000 free ATMs around the country — a network is larger than those of some national fi nancial institutions, including Bank of America. The ATMs often can be found in convenient locations including retailers and gas stations. The machines at all of the SIU Credit Union locations have recently been upgraded. “They now accept deposits, so if you can’t make it to a branch during the business hours, you can drive or walkup to the ATM and make the deposit. Your

receipt will include an image of the checks you’ve deposited,” Feldhake explained. She added that other new services, including the ability to apply for a loan completely from the credit union’s website have recently been launched. A student loan program is coming later this summer. It’s all part of the SIU Credit Union’s mission to serve its members.

SIU Credit Union

‘We are member-owned, not serving a paid board of directors or outside owners."

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Having your car repaired, maintained or detailed is a sort of a guessing game. You wonder if it will be fi xed correctly, how much it will cost, if the shop will have the parts you need and if the fi x will cost what they originally told you. But at Bush’s Garage and Detailing on N. 14th Street behind Casey’s in Herrin, Glen Bush and his sons still do business the old-fashioned way, where things are done right, on time and for the price you expected. “We do business in and old-fashioned way,” owner Glen Bush says. “That means being honest, trustworthy and dependable.” Bush’s is not your average repair shop. They work on both the inside and outside of cars as well. Not only do they do repairs and maintenance like tire rotations and oil changes, but they also offer complete detailing service for cars, trucks, boats and motorcycles. They’re even open longer than most other shops (Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) making having your vehicle serviced convenient. You can

make appointments if you want, but even if you just drive up, Bush’s will try to accommodate you and your car while you wait. “We do oil changes, tire rotations, washes and vacuuming while you wait,” Bush says. “Unlike the other shops, I stock much of what we need in the way of air fi lters, oil fi lters, wiper blades and such, so we can get people in and out in a hurry.” The business began as a hobby for Bush, but has grown into a family affair: his sons, a nephew and other family members work alongside Bush in the newly expanded garage. The detailing portion of the business continues to grow, thanks in part to the high quality work and frequent specials. Bush says customers appreciate the staff’s attention to detail both with their cars and with the facility. “We get a lot of compliments on the neatness and organization of our shop,” he says. “That’s just the way we do business.”

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Established in 1976, Dogwood Fireplace & Lawn has grown into the “Go To Shop” for premium heating equipment and the outdoor power equipment. With 36 years of industry experience owner and founder Dean Davis is known by most clients and friends as the resident expert to answer all their heating and outdoor power equipment needs. “With a full service & repair center and an average of 20 year experience, our service center is Southern Illinois’ best repair center. Typically customer repairs are completed in 3-5 business days, and often within 48 hours.” In addition to their service center business, Dogwood Fireplace & Lawn carries a full complement of heating and outdoor power equipment. Heating equipment includes: wood and gas fi replaces, stoves, indoor and outdoor wood furnaces, gas log sets, chimney lining systems, rain caps, and hearth products. Power equipment includes: chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers, lawn mowers, fi eld & brush mowers, stump grinders, and generators. Dogwood is an authorized service center and distributor for Stihl USA, Honda Power Products,

DR Power Equipment, and Generac. “Personal integrity, honesty, and caring is what we’re all about here at Dogwood. As an established retailer for the past 36 years our friends and loyal customers have made it a true pleasure to serve the people of Southern Illinois.”Dogwood Fireplace & Lawn is located at Route 13 East & Reed Station Road in Carbondale. Business hours are 8:30AM to 5:30PM Monday – Friday and 9AM to 3PM on Saturday.For More information about Dogwood Fireplace & Lawn, check out their website at www.dogwoodfi replaceandlawn.com.

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There’s something special about Amazon Salon in Herrin. Maybe it’s the fact that Amazon has been around for 12 years, with experienced staff members and stylists. Or, maybe it’s that they’re the only Creative Nail Design Shellac certifi ed salon in the area. Perhaps, it’s the way clients feel—both inside and out—when they have been pampered at Amazon. Whatever it is, customers from all over the reason know that Amazon Salon is the place for hair, nails, massages and more. “We try to offer things that are pertinent to Southern Illinois, without getting too far out there,” says Holly Burks, owner of Amazon Salon. Some of the big day spa concepts are too much for area residents; we want people who don’t have hundreds of dollars to spend to be able to take care of themselves on a $30 or $40 level. We don’t want them to come in just once every six months, we want them to be able to have special treatment once a month or every few weeks for a much more reasonable price.”

That special treatment includes a variety of services. Amazon has six hair stylists, three nail technicians and a massage therapist all ready to help you look and feel your best. “We provide all of the standard hair services, color including specialty colors,” she explains. “We also do nails and most of our nails clients are gel. We have a lot of specialized training in that. We are the only creative nail design shellac certifi ed salon in the area.”Burks added that Amazon meets “all of the basic needs,” including pedicures, manicures, waxing and massages. “We try to be fair and we base everything on honesty and integrity. We want everyone to leave Amazon Salon extremely happy with us and with themselves. We have a different atmosphere than most salons. We’re more fun and offer an enjoyable environment. Everybody walks out feeling so much better about themselves—not just with their physical appearance, but we try to lift people up emotionally too.”

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From the moment customers walk in the door of TJ’s Fine Jewelry in Carbondale, it is obvious that it is different than other jewelry stores. There’s no high-pressure sales pitch, the people are friendly and the surroundings are comfortable. You feel comfortable and welcome, free to look around and ask questions. “I know it sounds corny,” Martin says, “but the way we treat our customers is different. They’re not just customers, they’re our friends.” To take care of his friends, Martin and the rest of the staff will go out of their way to provide the very best in jewelry. He regularly makes trips to markets in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York to fi nd the latest designs and trends—something that very few jewelers in the area do any more. Plus, the emphasis is not on making the sale, rather TJ’s Fine Jewelry wants to meet customers’ needs. “I love to educate and help customers gain knowledge of the products and earn their trust and business,” Martin explains. “Do not mistake our not being pushy for not wanting your business. We’re very laid back, but at the same

time, we’ll do anything we can to earn your business. The education process not only includes making certain customers understand the products, but also giving them the opportunity to shop other stores. Martin says his years of experience and contacts in the industry helps his store provide the very best jewelry at affordable prices. “We want you to know that you’re getting a good deal. If I can’t win you with quality, price and great service, then I don’t deserve your business,” he says. A long-time Southern Illinois resident, Martin also has a commitment to the region. The store frequently donates to charitable causes and supports local organizations and agencies. Plus, as an independently owned business, not a giant chain store, TJ’s Fine Jewelry is proud to be part of the community. “If you spend your money here, it stays within this community,” Martin says.

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offer Kindermusik, the premier music program for young children. Students get the opportunity to show what they have learned from the skilled dance instructors during annual recitals and in performances each year. “We pride ourselves on offering quality dance lessons with consideration to age-appropriate music, costumes and choreography,” Walden said. “The dancers amaze me each day I see them. They work so hard in their lessons to learn and master dance choreography and technique.”

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Having to send your pet away from home is no longer the only option in southern Illinois. Paw Pal Pet Sitting Service is a pet sitting and dog walking business fi rst established in Southern Illinois by Kim Clemens in 2009. The company provides in-your-home pet sitting, pet and basic home care and dog walking within a 10 mile radius of Carterville and Pinckneyville, Il (further coverage is available for a small fee). Paw Pal Pet Sitting Service is designed to help pet owners give their companions

everything that they need, even when they are away. Paw Pal guarantees a happy pet and a worry free owner. Caring for pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds and more, all the while providing your pet with the love and attention that is required on an individual basis. Offering a wide variety of services, Paw Pal will meet your every need no matter what the circumstances. They offers different options of pet care from pet sitting for extended departures or daily walks, all in the security of your own home.

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Enjoy the summer sport that’s cool!Come indoors and bowl with us!Rt. 148 in Energy • 618.942.4091 • Visit us online @ www.herrinbowl.comHours: Mon-Wed: 1pm-10:30pm • Thurs: Noon-5pm • Fri, Sat, Sun: 1pm-11pmNow Booking Summer & Fall Birthday Parties. Scout, church and other group outings are also available.

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When your kitchen, bath or practically any other room of your home needs a new look, there’s only one call you need to make. That’s to Kreative Design Showcase in West Frankfort. Since 1983, owners Mike and Linda Kathalynas have been creating beautiful kitchens, bathrooms and specialty rooms for clients all across Southern Illinois. They help make your dreams a reality. The staff at Kreative Design Showcase will listen to your needs and desires

during a free in-home measurement and consultation, then they’ll give you free quotes with computer-generated designs made just for your home. Once you decide on the design and components of you project, they will even give personal attention to detail and quality during every step of the installation. At, Kreative Design Showcase, they really know their way around your kitchen.

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Fish Tales is a Southern Illinois tradition. Some 20 years ago, the store opened as a small pet shop in Herrin. In 1997, the store moved to the Illinois Centre Mall in Marion, expanding just a few years later with the “Groom Room,” a place dedicated to pampering pets and making them look better.

Today, Fish Tales remains as one of the region’s top stores for pets and pet supplies. Owner Linda Hooker says the store has been successful because all of the staff are experienced and the store is locally-focused.

“Most of us have been here for years and we know a lot,” she says, adding that they are happy to answer questions about prospective and current pets. She says they’ve heard everything from questions about what to feed a lizard to “my hamster just had babies; what do I do?” and more. “We know all of these things. We have the experience to help our customers out.”

Hooker says that the staff is helpful because they know they’ll be seeing the customers again.

“We’re not a chain, we’re locally owned. That means we care more about people and their pets. It’s not just a job and we’re not just employees; we’re neighbors and friends,” she says.

And for all of its two decades, Fish Tales has provided area residents with love in the form of dogs, cats, fresh and saltwater fi sh, hamsters, guinea pigs, reptiles and more.

“We treat every pet with the utmost love and consideration from the littlest mouse to the biggest puppy. We take our customers’ needs seriously and take the time to make sure every pet will get the proper care it needs,” Hooker explains.

Fish Tales is proud of its tradition of growing along with the pets of the region. In fact, the store will be growing again as they move back to Herrin in 2013. The new location will allow Fish Tales to grow in lots of ways, including an expanded saltwater fi sh selection and everything necessary for water gardening.

Fish Tales in the Illinois Centre Mall is the area’s No. 1 choice for the best in pets, pet supplies and advice you can trust.

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In late 2008, Dave Cooper presented an opprutunity for Matt Hupe to train with him and purchase his very successful photography business. After much prayer, Matt and his wife Jacinta felt this was a once in a lifetime chance to pursue and so their new chapter in life begins. They have now relocated the business to Carterville and look forward to serving their previous clients, as well as future ones. They love to travel with a full lighting

rig for event photos, in-home photos, and even location based shoots. They offer different media to choose from including canvas, aluminum, and multiple professional photographic papers. All items are professionally printed at our professional color lab. If there is a photographic need in your life, just contact us and we can let you know what kind of custom product we can do for you.

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Dave and Karen Jackson of Jackson Pools and Spas, LLC are honored to be one of the top ten Doughboy Pools dealers in volume. They were notifi ed in August of 2011 and have only been in business since March of 2010. Dave says, "It is an honor to do business with a great company like Doughboy, I have been selling Doughboy pools for over 20 years. They are the best on the market. We pride ourselves on customer service." Dave and Karen Jackson met when he sold her a pool and hot tub. His honesty and low-pressure approach won her over. Three weeks after her purchase, they went on their fi rst date; seven weeks later, they were married. Karen, who had always been self-employed, encouraged Dave to start his own company, so the 20-year industry veteran and his wife used the proceeds from the sale of some property and started Jackson Pools and Spas. Jackson Pools and Spas have already expanded to three locations. They have locations in West Frankfort, DuQuoin and their newest location in Coulterville. The stores offer a full range

of supplies for their customers such as Baquacil, Pool Logic, Wave, Swimline fl oats, MASTER SPAS and DOUGHBOY POOLS. With the down economy, the couple knows they are fortunate to have success and make a point to give back what they can. "We're not driving brand new fancy vehicles," Dave says. "We want to be givers. I'm lucky that I have a wife who agrees with me on that." Sponsoring sporting events, a student-of-the-month program, raising money for children with cancer and handing out candy on Halloween are just a few of the ways the Jacksons give back to the community. "It is a huge part of the business," Karen says. "I think for me, and for him, we never want to forget where we came from.""We're keeping the whole family going," Dave says. "In this day, in this economy, I'm taking every year and just thanking the good Lord because that's the thing with this industry: It's fi ckle at times, so you really have to watch what you're doing and be thankful for what you've got."

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Wanting to enhance or expand your outdoor living area by adding a water feature, patio, lighting, or new plantings? Renovate your existing landscape? Greenridge Landscaping is committed to providing clients with the best in creative design and installation. For over 32 years, the company has been integrating top quality materials with unsurpassed craftsmanship. A wide range of services are provided, including sprinkler systems and landscape maintenance. Custom planting designs also include perennial gardens and naturalistic plantings. The Greenridge Landscaping design team blends knowledge, creativity, experience, and professionalism with their client’s goals to produce an exceptional end result. The landscaping team has over 100 years of combined experience, with an ongoing company commitment to the continuing education of their staff. Through their continual participation in regional and national landscape associations, their staff has earned numerous industry certifi cations in landscape design,

lighting, irrigation, and retaining wall and concrete paver installations. Although the company focuses on residential design and installation, they also have had the opportunity to be involved in some exceptional commercial ventures. Several of the recent projects include Blue Sky and Starview Vineyards and First Southern Bank in Carbondale. Yes, they created that beautiful waterfall at Bluesky Vineyard! Greenridge has also been beautifying the downtown Carbondale plantings at Town Square and Veterans Park for several years. They are working with Carbondale Main Street and community volunteers on annual plantings, perennial and shrub additions as well as the ongoing maintenance of these plantings.

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As Southern Illinois’ fi rst Certifi ed Jeweler, Joe Bacher shares the knowledge and expertise gained from over 35 years of working with clients. The goal, Bacher says, is to educate the public. “That way, you can make an informed decision on what you would like to purchase, rather than being sold a product which may not fi t your desires or needs.” As a fi ne jeweler, the store offers original productions and repairs on-site. J. Bacher Fine Jewelry has a history of bringing some of the fi nest products

available to the region. “We work closely with small manufactures to enable unique styling and fi ne detail with lower overhead,” Bacher says. He adds that one of the store’s newest additions – Sirius Star diamonds from Canada really “wows” customers. “Get ready to be blown away,” Bacher adds.

J. Bacher Fine Jewelry

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Whether you’re playing on the water or looking to catch some of what’s below the surface, Harrison’s Sport Shop in Hurst is the source for boats, motors and accessories to make you water outings even better! Harrison’s offers a large selection of both new and used boats ranging from simple jon boats to speedy bass boats and luxurious pontoons. The impressive inventory of new models boasts some of the best names in boating: Yamaha,

Mercury, G3, Landau pontoons and more. Since 1965, Harrison’s Sport Shop has served the boaters of the region. Today, Harrison’s Sport Shop offers quality products specifi cally chosen to meet the needs of the shop’s loyal customers. Plus, Harrison's Sport Shop offers a complete service center for all makes and models of boats and outboards, open six days a week for convenience.

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Southern Illinoisans can choose from many salons in the region, but for a true spa pampering experience, you’re fi rst and only stop should be La Lei Belle Spa & Salon in Carterville. Owner Cherie Twist is committed to giving her clients an upscale, luxurious experience. Services for both women and men include the latest in haircuts and styles, manicures, pedicures, facials, full body waxing and airbrush tanning.Cherie’s goal after your trip to her salon is that you have a feel of relaxation and

motivation, ready to tackle the world free of stress. She also believes in cultivating the careers of up and coming stylists, which led her to bring Kaitlynn, a cosmetology student from John A. Logan College, into the salon this summer. To learn more about their services, visit www.laliebellespaandsalon.com. Cherie, Chelsea, and Heather look forward to serving all your beauty needs.

La Lei Belle Spa & Salon

Tires aren’t something you think about—until you really need them. And then, when you need tires or tire service, it is absolutely vital that you turn to someone you know and trust. For many in Southern Illinois, that means turning to Dave, Jack and the rest of the team at Hammer’s Tire in West Frankfort. At Hammer’s Tire, you’re dealing directly with the owner who has your best interest in mind. They offer quick service (no appointment is needed!) and

have tires and other automotive parts to fi t all budgets. They even offer used tires! For quality service, a hometown feel, great deals to keep you and your car going as well as a team you can trust, it’s Hammer’s Tires at their new location on Route 37 north in West Frankfort.

Hammer's Tire


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Clark Natural Stone LLC started as a trucking company Clark Farms Trucking, Inc. owned by Stephen D. Clark. We started selling decorative rock in 1999 and it has grown steadily from then. All of Stephen’s children have worked with the company since the early 90’s. In spring of 2009 the 3 children purchased Clark Farms Trucking, Inc. and renamed the decorative rock business Clark Natural Stone LLC. Nothing has changed you will even still see Stephen D. Clark delivering and loading rock even though he is supposedly retired. We sell to everyone individual and landscapers. You may have your landscaper come out and pick up the rock that you purchased or you may have them purchase it for you. You may come after hours and look at the rock. Everything is marked with a name, bin#, and price. You may call and in most cases get same day delivery or delivery whenever you choose. You may also bring your own pickup and trailer and we will load it.

We have state certifi ed scales and we weigh all of the decorative rock and driveway rock. So you know exactly the amount you are paying for. We offer delivery service with a smaller tandom truck and 2 stone slinger trucks. Our stone slingers are becoming more and more popular. They have a conveyor belt on the end of the truck bed that projects the rock up to 60 feet. Our customers have had us deliver rock and put it in driveways, basements, and even their landscape. It places the rock pretty evenly. We have quick service and you don’t have to hunt down an employee or fi nd a department to get waited on.

Clark Natural Stone, LLC

Customers can immediately tell when a store or pharmacy puts customers fi rst. That’s why so many people choose the Medicine Shoppes in Marion, Harrisburg and Ridgway as their source for all of their health care needs. Unlike those big box stores, the Medicine Shoppe offers friendly service, fast pharmacy services, close convenient parking and advice and assistance without long lines and unknowledgeable staff. “Our clinical services are superior to any other in the area,” says Angie Tresso, sales representative for Medicine Shoppe. “Plus, our pharmacy is a specialized care center. This means we reach above and beyond to serve and meet the unique health care needs of our customers.” Each of the stores offers pharmacy services, clinical services, medication management and home medical equipment – including oxygen and sleep therapy. In fact, the Medicine Shoppes are proud that they offer licensed respiratory therapists who make ongoing visits with respiratory equipment patients. Walk into the Medicine Shoppe and

you’ll fi nd practically anything you need to care for yourself and loved ones. They even carry a complete line of variety lift chairs – in fact, the Harrisburg store has 14 different models on display, making it easy to fi nd the perfect chair! “We’re a complete center for all facets of home medical care,” Steve Ledbetter, CEO, said. “Many people consider us a one-stop shop for their health needs.”He says that service at all three Medicine Shoppe locations means having highly-qualifi ed and friendly pharmacists available for consultations and questions. “We try to instill a service-oriented approach in taking care of people,” Ledbetter said, “and we’ve been doing that since opening our fi rst store in Harrisburg in 1983.” He added that taking care of customers through outstanding customer service has allowed the Medicine Shoppes to expand into Marion in 1985 and Ridgway in 2006. The key to the stores’ success is service. “The fact that we’ve been in business so long speaks volumes about our way of doing things, and that’s taking care of people,” he said.

Medicine Shoppe Marion


There’s something special about a hometown physician; someone who cares not only for patients, but rather who knows and understands the region and its people. Dr. Mindy Moore of the Family Foot and Ankle Center of Southern Illinois is one of those physicians. Originally from Carterville and a graduate of both John A. Logan College and Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Dr. Moore opened the Family Foot and Ankle Center in Herrin the Fall of 2009 following graduation

from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago and a three-year surgical residency at Chicago’s Sacred Heart Hospital. “I wanted to come back home,” Moore said. “I want to continue to grow my practice right here, with my fi rst concern being the wants and needs of my patients. It is very rewarding to serve the residents in southern Illinois” In addition to Dr. Moore’s home offi ce in Herrin, she is also seeing patients in Harrisburg and Pinckneyville.

Family Foot & Ankle Center

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618-942-8499908 South Park Ave. • Herrin

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There’s something new cooking in Herrin. It’s pizza from the all-new Jimmy Ray’s Pizza on Park Avenue, opening soon. There’s Calzoni, Stromboli and other Italian and American favorites, too. In fact, the menu is complete with great food to please the entire family. The pizza features high-quality ingredients, cooked to perfection atop a completely made-from-scratch crust.

“I think people are going to love the homemade crust and the fresh ingredients,” owner, Michele Bird, says. She adds that the new menu items will be very popular as well.” Daily specials are sure to please both the palate as well as the wallet. Jimmy Ray’s Pizza will also have a large delivery area with stops in Marion, Carterville, Johnston City and more.

Jimmy Ray's Pizza

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- Retro to New Furniture Gallery -OPEN 9am - 5pm Mon thru Sat

803 Public Square • Benton, IL 62812618-435-2704 • OWNER - KEVIN BAILEY

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When you want to look your absolute best with the latest hairstyles and the perfect tan, there’s only one place you need to go: Extremities Hair and Tanning Salon in Carterville. Offering complete hairstyle, tanning and salon services including eyelash extensions and full-body waxing, Extremities has everything you need at a convenient location along Route 13. The growing team of stylists knows all of the latest trends and fashions, and Extremities comprehensive services

and convenient hours make the salon a perfect fi t for practically anyone. “We have young stylists who are very creative and eager to please their customers,” manager Mallory Daughtery says. “They attend trade shows and trainings regularly, so they’re always up-to-date.” Daughtery says appointments are not necessary for any of the services at Extremities, including tanning.

Extremities Hair Salon

Looking for something unique for your home or maybe the perfect gift? You’ll fi nd it at Coalbelt Antiques located on the Public Square in Benton. Inside the clean and spacious shop you’ll fi nd antiques, new and used furniture, collectibles and vintage discoveries, sure to bring back many memories and be the perfect something for someone else, a treasured item for your own home or just what you need to complete that collection you’ve been

working on. Coalbelt Antiques has new furniture, too, and there’s always something new and different in the store. Father and son owners Jack and Kevin Bailey will be happy to help you fi nd just what you’re looking for as part of your collecting or decorating needs. Coalbelt Antiques really is a one-stop antique and vintage shopping experience.

Coalbelt Antiques


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A 1 Buildings have been in business for over 20 years, and build approximately 100 buildings a year. That is a lot of crews and coordination, but it is a labor of love, say the owners David and Leslie Andrews. Each building requires a rolled metal panel to complete construction, and it was hard to fi nd a reliable source for metal that was near by. That was not a hurdle for this innovative couple. The simple solution was to manufacture the panels themselves, so in February of 2009, Heartland Metal Sales was started and the company grew even more.

“With thirty years in the post-frame building industry, it was a natural decision for us to offer these metal services as well,” Leslie Andrews said. “We know what kind of quality is needed to build a good building and how to make it look good and how to get the job done quickly and on time.” Heartland Metal Sales produces a variety of metal panels for buildings, roofs, commercial buildings, farm structures and carports. The company can provide metal for commercial, residential and agricultural application and complete accessory trim

components. “We also offer Energy-Star qualifi ed metal sheeting for building. This provides a tax incentive as well as energy savings that can help reduce costs.” she said. Andrews said that the company offers nearly 20 colors of metal, all produced to specifi cations given by the customer. Any length is available and with the wide variety of colors, we can work with our customers to make the buildings fi t in with their existing homes. “Our customers have been pleased that we take the time to work with them

and fi nd out what their needs are. Our building knowledge, coupled with the fact we can manufacture on site, gives us the perfect product for them. Quality, looks and an affordable price. It seems to be working. We’ve been at it now for over 20 years and we have a great crew.” She said. Even as a new company, Heartland Metals holds true to the same philosophy that customers of A-1 Buildings have come to appreciate – high quality products and an excellent reputation. “People deal with us because of our honesty,” David Andrews

said. “We work hard to make sure our customers get the kind of job delivered we would want.” Heartland Metals and A-1 Buildings serve about a 150 mile radius and include portions of Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Kentucky. They can be reached at their factory in Pittsburg, Illinois at 618- 983-5909 or 618-983-8600. www.heartlandmetalsales.com website or email us at [email protected].

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• Sales, services and repairs on overhead doors• Residential & commercial• Barns, roofs & repairs

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