Personal Services
ASSISTED LIVING
Winner: Cornerstone In 1996, Methodist Retirement Communities opened Cornerstone, its first continuing care retirement community, with a full continuum of services. Cornerstone offers a worry-free, independent lifestyle for active retired adults, all in a faithbased environment.
Second Place: The Oaks Assisted Living
Third Place: Bentley Rehabilitation and Health Center
BAIL BONDS Winner: Terry Larey Bail Bonds
Terry Larey Bail Bonds
offers friendly professional service to those in need of a bail bond. One five-star Google review described the service as helpful and professional. “I went there to help a friend. They were very helpful and answered all of my questions. They even updated me on the situation of my friend,” the review stated.
Second Place: Bi-state Bail Bonds
Third Place: J.E. Bonding
BANK
Winner: Farmers Bank & Trust
Farmers Bank & Trust Company was chartered on Sept. 26, 1906, in Magnolia, Arkansas. The oldest existing general ledgers indicate that the bank began with approximately $75,000 in assets. The primary business of the bank at the time was deposit services. Today, the bank’s assets are $2.5 billion and offers a wide variety of products and services to serve the needs of the communities it serves, President/ceo Chris Gosnell said in a message on the company’s website.
Second Place: Guaranty Bank & Trust
Third Place: Bank OZK
BARBER SHOP
Winner: Nash Barber Shop
Nash Barber Shop specializes in haircuts for men and boys. “Took my son here and he had an absolutely great experience as well as the staff. Highly recommend for the little men to go to and feel like he was one of the older guys,” one customer said.
Second Place: The Faderoom
Third Place: The Hairy Armadillo Barber Shop
CELLPHONE Winner: AT&T Wireless
With several locations from which to choose, AT&T Wireless provides options in communications, media, entertainment and technology. In addition to offering devices including cellphones and tablets, they also provide wireless plans, accessories, DIRECTV services, fiber-optic-based U-verse TV service and high-speed home internet and AT&T Fiber.
Second Place: Verizon Third Place: T-mobile
CHILD/DAYCARE
Winner: Learning Station Child Development Center
Learning Station Child Development Center says at its center, children are not only challenged academically, but also taught to love others. The center’s website states staff are highly qualified and trained to help nurture a child’s God-given talents.
Second Place: Williams Memorial Day School
Third Place: Clark Weekday Program CHIROPRACTOR Winner: Dr. Stacy Warner
Dr. Stacy Warner and the Total Healthcare of Arkla-tex team are committed to providing quality care that promotes lifelong wellness.
By focusing on the needs of the individual, the team ensures that everyone gets the specific, caring attention they deserve.
Second Place (tie): Baker Chiropractic; Dr. Brent Bultemeier
CLOTHING ALTERATION
Winner: Brenda’s Alterations
According to one customer, Brenda’s Alterations can be counted on for quick work. “My son work with law enforcement and needed some patches on his new shirts. The patches was put on the next day and he was able to wear his new shirt for his job. Thanks for the great job we will be returning,” she wrote.
Second Place: Tran’s Alterations
Third Place: KT Tailor Shop
COMPUTER REPAIR/IT SERVICES
Winner: MTECH Electronic Services
If you’re stuck with a broken device, let MTECH Electronic Services in Texarkana, Texas, resolve your problem.the company offers free estimates and diagnostics and stands behind its work with a limited lifetime warranty on electronic repairs and services.
Second Place: Texarkana Computer
Third Place: Complete Computing Solution
CREDIT UNION
Winner: Red River Credit Union
Red River Credit Union has served the area’s financial needs for more than 75 years. Red River was initially established for Red River Army Depot employees, but it has grown and expanded, now boasting more than 100,000 members. Red River Federal Credit Union has 27 branches, primarily in Arkansas and Texas, but with some in Louisiana and Mississippi. It remains focused on serving its members and helping them get the most out of life.
Second Place: Milway Credit Union
Third Place: Texar
DAY SPA Winner: Renew Medical Spa
Renew Medical Spa has been serving the beauty and wellness needs of Texarkana and the Four States area’s most discerning clientele since 2008. “Whether you are interested in laser resurfacing of your skin, a relaxing and rejuvenating facial, or a fresh start to your health, our wellness, aesthetic and weight loss programs are facilitated by experienced professionals to help you meet you goals,” the company said on its website.
Second Place: Time in a Bottle
Third Place: Tranquility Day Spa & Salon
DENTAL OFFICE
Winner: Eagle Dental The team at Eagle Dental offers all phases of dentistry and says it is dedicated to providing customers with comfort and well-being. “Our team wants to make certain that your visits and experiences are pleasant. We understand that your smile is one of your biggest assets,” the company says on its website.
Second Place: Dr. Andrew Curry
Third Place: Dr. Randall Ellis
DRY CLEANERS
Winner: Premiere Cleaners
Premiere Cleaners promises not to leave customers out to dry. “At Premiere we care about you and your garments and our goal is to exceed your expectations,” the company says on its website.
Second Place: Fashion Cleaners
Third Place: Colonial Cleaners
EMERGENCY CARE
Winner: Texarkana Emergency Center
Texarkana Emergency Center is staffed 24-hours a day by board certified emergency room physicians and licensed nurses who are trained to deal with medical emergencies for adults, children and infants (pediatrics) including injuries, abdominal pain, broken bones, burns, seizures, pneumonia, infections and cardiology. The center’s state-of -the -art emergency room equipment includes scanners, X-rays and ultrasound machines.
Second Place: Signaturecare Emergency Center
Third Place: CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
FUNERAL HOME
Winner: Texarkana Funeral Home
Serving Texarkana and the surrounding area since opening in 1939, Texarkana Funeral Home, has a solid reputation. The staff has expertise and empathy to help families through difficult times of loss and grieving. They also offer pre-planning services.
Second Place: Chapelwood Funeral Home
Third Place: East Funeral Home
as a professional tattoo artist. With his considerable talents and attention to detail, Standridge is versatile, with the ability to ink any design, be it a photographic rendering, abstract and more. He’s also a talented musician.
Second Place: Jessica Brooke Teran-hurley
Third Place: Allan Mc Eneaney
TRAVEL AGENCY
Winner: East Texas Travel
East Texas Travel Center has been making dream vacation destinations a reality for its clients for more than 40 years. With a wealth of experience, they offer superior customer service and satisfaction. As a full-service travel agency, they find the best deals for their clients. To see the the United States or the rest of the world, your first stop for all travel arrangements should be East Texas Travel Center.
Second Place: Unique Travel and Tours
Third Place: It’s Trip Time
URGENT CARE Winner: Healthcare Express Healthcare Express
practices urgent care designed with you in mind, and the team is determined to give each person who comes through the door outstanding customer service and fantastic healthcare. You will also enjoy shorter wait times and providers who take time to listen to your concerns and still get you out of the door in a timely manner. Healthcare Express operates 20 clinics ranging from urgent care, to dermatology, and that number is growing.
Second Place: Exceed Urgent Care
VET CLINIC
Winner: Westridge Animal Hospital
Second Place: Wisdom
Animal Clinic
Third Place: Pleasant Grove Animal Hospital
WEDDING VENUE Winner: Ramage Farms Weddings
Owner Brent Ramage says one of his favorite things about operating Ramage Farms Weddings is having “a young bride tell me that she remembers coming out to the farm with her elementary class when we were raising pumpkins. I have met many of those ‘pumpkin kid’ over the years, and that makes me smile.”
Second Place: Garrison Gardens
Third Place: Silvermon on Broad
YOGA
Winner: Texarkana Yoga
Texarkana Yoga specializes in providing strength training, flexibility development and stress relief through yoga. Texarkana Yoga cultivates a friendly, relaxed environment so you won’t feel intimidated visiting the studio. Their friendly instructors are on hand to help in any way possible. Beginners are always welcome.
Second Place: Thrive
Yoga
Third Place: Hotworx