Marion Business Directory 2009
Written by Hillsboro Free Press Thursday, 21 February 2008 04:49
These are the business profiles originally published in the Marion State of the City in the February 11, 2009 issue of the Free Press.
ANIMAL HEALTH CENTER OF MARION COUNTY
Address: 119 S. Coble, Marion Phone: 620-382-8800 E-mail: ahc119@hotmail.com Year opened: 1996 About us: We are a full-service veterinary practice, with three full-time veterinarians serving two facilities. We offer a complete line of services and products for pets, livestock, horses, goats and camelids. We have indoor boarding, a groomer available during the weekdays, hills science diet food and can also order Purina dog food.. Looking to 2009: Our staff is finishing our painting project in the reception and exam rooms to update our look. We have purchased the newest Lane equipment for bull soundness testing this spring, and we now have a swissfloat, which is a powered float for working on horse's teeth. We have signed up with Hills Science Diet to offer exceptional value pricing on some of the commonly sold dog and cat food items. Owner: Jessica Laurin, DVM Employees: 6 full-time and 4 part-time Hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday; Sunday boarding pickup 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. For after-hours emergency, call 620-382-8800 and the answering machine will give you the cell phone number of the veterinarian on call.ARLIE’S PAINT BODY & GLASS
Address: 828 N. Roosevelt, Marion Phone: 620-382-24 E-mail: mbodyshop@sbcglobal.net Year opened: Opened in 1969 and under current ownership since 2003. About us: We offer complete collision repair, frame straightening, electric door and window repair. We repair and replace windshields and other auto glass. New in 2008: We moved into our new facility in the Marion Industrial Park, where we can add employees and begin repairing large trucks. We added a new spray booth and spot welder. We will also be adding truck accessories, such as tow hitches, grill guards, etc. Owner: Arlie Overton Hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.mAUNT BEE’S FLORAL & GARDEN CENTER
Address: 1201 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3030 Year opened: 2007 (formerly Main Street Flowers) About us: We offer fresh florals for all occasions, as well as plants, balloons, candy, gift baskets, gifts for all ages, bedding plants, garden seeds, lawn and garden chemicals, grass seed, fertilizer. New in 2008: We are a Fertilome dealer and an official FTD florist. More than 30 years of combined experience in floral design. We plan to continue quality services and products at an affordable price. In 2008 we added an outdoor pottery line and another greenhouse. Owners: Wendy Youk and Tudy Brunner Employees: 7 Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Open extended hours in spring and during the Christmas season.BEARLY MAKIN’ IT ANTIQUES
Address: 308 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2127 Year opened: 1998 About us: We offer furniture, primitives, structural, glassware, miscellaneous. Looking to 2009: Continue to serve customers as always. Owners: Marion Ogden, Dennis Maggard Employees: 5 Hours: 10 a.m. to Saturday, or by appointmentTHE BIG SCOOP
Address: 616 E. Main, Marion. Phone: 620-382-3838 Year opened: 2000, purchased existing business. About us: We are a family-oriented restaurant. We not only have the traditional burgers, steak sandwiches and chicken strips, we also have more healthy items such as grilled chicken sandwiches, deli sandwiches and a customer favorite—grilled or breaded chicken chef salads. We have daily specials, including taco salad Tuesday, Philly steak and Philly chicken Thursday and shrimp Saturday. To satisfy one’s sweet tooth, we carry hand-dipped ice cream in 14 flavors and soft-serve ice cream in three flavors—all of which can be made into sundaes, shakes and malts. We also make Jitterbugs—ice cream with candy pieces. In the winter we offer a different soup each day—all homemade. Our Sunday noon buffet is still very popular. We feature fried chicken, two additional entrees, casseroles, potato dishes, vegetables and several salads and deserts—all homemade. We have continued carrying the Big Train line of iced coffees and fruit-tea smoothies. Looking to 2009: Continuing our tradition of good food and good service. Owners: Amy and Luci Helmer, daughter and mother team Employees: 9 Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday; closed MondayBRUNNER CONSTRUCTION CO.
Address: 228 S. Lincoln, Marion Phone: 620-382-3327 or 785-965-268 E-mail: tudyb@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 1976 About us: For more than 30 years we have been general contractors offering complete construction for residential and commercial building projects, providing the full range of expertise, from planning and start-up to completion. Always priced competitively and striving to ensure your satisfaction. No job is too small or too large for our talented carpenters. Free estimates upon request. Looking to 2009: We will continue to offer the same top-of-the-line craftsmanship in all our work to guarantee customer satisfaction. Owners: The Irvin Brunner family. Employees: 4 Hours: Our crew normally works from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but call anytime to discuss your project with Tudy Brunner or Art Stroda.CADY DAY CARE
Address: 406 N. Cedar, Marion Phone: 620-382-7216 Year opened: 2006 About us: Group day-care home. Looking to 2009: Continue to provide quality day care in a loving atmosphere. Owners: Theresa Cady Employees: Self Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.CARDIE OIL TIRE & SERVICE CENTER
Address: 1001 Batt St., Marion. Phone: 620-382-8630. Year opened: Cardie Oil, Inc. has been in operation since 1939. Our new tire and service center just opened in Marion in 2008. About us: We specialize in tires and light service, including: tires, brakes, alignments, and full service oil changes. We offer a full line of passenger, light truck, agricultural and commercial tires. We are branded as a Mobil 1 Lube Express and offer a full lineup of Mobile products and lubricants. We are also an independent tire dealer with tires available from all manufacturers. New in 2008: Our business just opened in 2008. We are excited about our location in the Marion Industrial Park. Our skilled employees and state-of-the-art equipment will allow us to provide professional and honest service. Looking to 2009: In the near future we will be installing a bottle filling station to fill 20- to 100-pound propane bottles. Owners: Owned and operated by Cardie Oil Inc. Employees: 3 Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; plus expanded hours during harvest.CARLSONS’ GROCERY
Address: 1121 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2985 Year opened: 1991 About us: Full-service grocery, fresh meat, fresh produce, propane exchange, outstanding deli meals daily, bakery, ATM, smoked meats in deli. Owners: Mitch and Greg Carlson. Employees: 30 Hours: Sunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.CASE & SON INSURANCE INC.
Address: 220 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2106; 800-262-6293 Web: www.caseandson.com E-mail: caseandson@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 1868 About us: Case & Son Insurance is the oldest continuous business in Marion County and may be the oldest continuous family-run business in the state. The current owner is the fifth generation of the Case family to run the business and there has never been any ownership outside the Case family. We are an independent agent representing many companies and offer a full line of property/casualty insurance, including home, auto, farm, business and life. We also specialize in bonds. New in 2008: We created a user friendly Web site where potential clients can go online, enter their homeowner or personal auto information and get a quote. Looking to 2009: We completed our 141st year in business. We have replaced the horse and buggy with computers and the Internet, but we have not changed our business philosophy: to operate our agency with honesty and integrity, to be ethical in our business practices, and to fit our clients with the type of insurance that best suits their needs. Owners: Alex H. (Casey) Case, president. Customer service rep.: Lori Fruechting. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and by appointmentCENTRAL NATIONAL BANK
Address: 231 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2129 Web: www.centralnational.com Year opened: 1884 (formerly Farmers and Drovers in Marion) About us: Central National Bank has been providing Kansans with sound financial advice since 1884. We are dedicated to providing the quality service that makes our customers and the communities we serve successful. In the 21st century, CNB embraces its strong heritage and strives to be the financial resource of choice for the Marion community. New in 2008: CNB now has bank locations in 22 Kansas communities. During 2008, CNB introduced mobile banking, a convenient service that allows customers to access their bank accounts through their cell phone. Account balances, bill payment and funds transfer features are accessible through mobile banking. CNB also introduced the New Opportunity Checking Account during 2008. This is an account option offering customers a second chance at a first-class bank account. Additionally, CNB began offering rewards for debit-card usage through Central National Rewards (www.centralnationalrewards.com). Customers now earn points for using their debit card, and the points can be redeemed for prizes such as DVD players, restaurant gift cards and digital cameras. CNB introduced a new commercial checking account service during 2008—E-Returns—which is a free electronic re-presentment solution that improves check clearing rates for businesses. Looking to 2009: CNB will offer a new youth savings program starting in 2009. The “Central Secret Agent Savers” program will be a fun and exciting way for children to learn the importance of saving. Kids will receive their special-agent ID card and be given quarterly savings missions to achieve as part of the new program. Also during 2009, CNB will offer a program allowing customers to “round-up” their debit card transactions to the nearest dollar, with the rounded portion of the transaction deposited to their savings account. This will give customers a simple way to save automatically. CNB will also continue to offer CD specials throughout the year, as well as consumer, commercial and real-estate loan products. Owners: Central National Bank is family and employee-owned. CEO Ed C. Rolfs is the third generation of the Rolfs family to serve as chief executive officer. (He was preceded by his grandfather Ed W. Rolfs and his father Ed J. Rolfs). Employees: 11 at the Marion bank. Hours: Lobby, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Drive-thru, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. ATM locations: 24-hour walk-up, 231 E. Main.CENTRAL PARK ANTIQUES
Address: 330 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-381-3483 Year opened: 2005 in Marion About us: We offer quality antiques, furniture, pottery, Depression glass, primitives, pressed glass, linens, candles, potpourri. Looking to 2009: We will strive to bring more and better antiques, art work and gift items to our customers. Owners: Delmar and Nadine Iseli Employees: 2 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through SaturdayCOOPERATIVE GRAIN & SUPPLY
Address: 320 S. Third, Marion; headquarters at 135 N. Main, Hillsboro Phone: 620-382-2263, Marion; 620-947-2917, Hillsboro. Web: www.cgsmc.com E-mail: ladams@cgsmc.com Year opened: 1966 About us: Cooperative organization with locations in Hillsboro, Marion, Canada, Lehigh and Canton. Handle grain, fertilizer, seed chemicals, gasoline and diesel bulk fuel delivery and Ampride at Marion and Hillsboro. New in 2008: Re-imaged Marion and Hillsboro Ampride to new “Cenex” image. Built 300,000-bushel McPherson concrete grain-storage bin at Marion. Built 500,000-bushel bunker storage unit at Hillsboro. Looking to 2009: Our goals include upgrading our fueling system at Marion Ampride and looking at our grain-handling systems. Owners: Cooperative members Employees: 28 Hours: 8 a.m.to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayTHE COPPER SHED
Address: 5 miles south, 1.5 miles west of Marion Phone: 620-382-2041 Year opened: 1976, by Ern and Lucille Hett About us: The Copper Shed specializes in handmade metal sculptures made right in our barn workshop. We feature antiques and unique crafts displayed in room settings. We do custom orders—your design or ours. Looking to 2009: We are buying your unwanted antiques and collectibles—a handful, roomful or houseful. We have two buildings to tour, stocked full of unusual decorator pieces. Although wheat, windmills and sunflowers are our specialty, we are always designing new pieces to keep up with the trends. Owners: Dwight and Julie Nelson Hours: Open year-round; call for hours or appointmentCOUNTRY DREAMS BED & BREAKFAST
Address: 2309 Clover, Marion Phone: 620-382-2250 or toll-free 1-800-570-0540 Web: countrydreamsbedandbreakfast.com E-mail: countrydreamsbb@gmail.com Year opened: 1992 About us: Our bi-level home was built as a bed-and-breakfast. Most of the rooms overlook our beautiful private lake. We have five guest bedrooms with private baths and several common areas for meetings and family gatherings. We have also made the patio into an all-season sun room overlooking the lake. It offers a cozy place to visit, relax and enjoy the sunsets. Fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, evening meals and group dinners are also available. Looking to 2009: We hope to add a hiking trail around our 19-acre lake. Owners: Kent and Alice Richmond Hours: Open year roundCOUNTRY INN MOTEL
Address: 1305 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2147 Year opened: 1998 About us: We offer clean, quiet, comfortable rooms at a very reasonable rate. Some of our rooms have refrigerators, microwaves and coffeemakers. All rooms are exterior entrance with cable TV and HBO. We offer hometown hospitality. New in 2008: Extended-stay rooms are available. Looking to 2009: We are still remodeling some of the bathrooms and updating rooms. Owners: Earl and Tina Hancock Employees: 5 Hours: Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; after hours, just ring the bellCOUNTY SEAT DECORATING CENTER
Address: 130 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3300 or toll-free 888-382-3300 Web: www.countyseatdecor.com E-mail: jw@countyseatdecor.com Year opened: 1978 About us: The floorcovering industry has evolved tremendously in the 30 years we have been in business. Although, carpeting still provides a large share of our sales, the trend toward hard surfaces has exploded. We continue to sell more wood, laminate, ceramic tile and natural stones as well as luxury vinyl tiles. Vinyl flooring has undergone amazing changes. With the increased attention on plastic laminate flooring, the vinyl industry has been affected. To compete with the laminate flooring, the vinyl manufacturers have created products that don’t have to be glued down, eliminating the need for underlayment and expensive prep-work in most cases. The patterns, colors and textures available in these products are amazing. The biggest change in the industry is the move toward “green” products and sustainability. Our largest supplier of carpeting, Shaw Industries, is now making products constructed with Nylon 6, a recyclable carpet fiber. Carpets made of this fiber are capable of being returned to carpet production. In hard surfaces, bamboo is perhaps one of the most sustainable products. We specialize in ceramic tile design and installation. Custom showers, complete with benches and niches are not only for their aesthetics, but also to create handicap accessibility. Professional design and installation is as critical to our business as the products we sell. We also provide professional carpet cleaning using Bane-Clene equipment. New in 2008: We expanded display floor space to show more products and provide a more comfortable shopping experience. We have also used products and created “display rooms” in our own home and are always willing to show these completed rooms to our customers. Looking to 2009: More awareness of our environment and focus on sustainability. Also, we look forward to concentrating even more on professional, custom design and decorating. Owners: Brad and Jeannie Wildin Employees: 2 Hours: Our hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday. We also work on an appointment basis to accommodate the busy lifestyles of our customers.D&J LIQUOR STORE
Address: 1202 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2410 Year opened: 1999 About us: We are a full-service liquor store with a large selection of beer, wine, spirits, miniatures, mixers, kegs by order and much more. We have a reputation for having the lowest prices in the area with the greatest selection around and great service to our patrons. Looking to 2009: We will continue to provide the greatest selection of products, lowest prices every day and the best service anywhere. Owner: Jeannie Vinduska Employees: 6 Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon to 7 p.m., SundayDOWN ON THE CORNER
Address: 162 W. Main, Marion Phone: 620-381-1577 Year opened: 2007 About us: Retail shops specializing in crocheted items. Consignment items, quilted and other handmade items, engraveable items, Willow Tree figurines, flavored oils/vinegars, Vintage crochet restorations. (Bring us your damaged heirlooms.) New in 2008: Many new items added each season. Looking to 2009: Expanded inventory. Owner: Karen Ehrlich Employees: 1 Hours: Wednesday through SaturdayDUCKWALLS
Address: 321 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2380 Year opened: June 18, 1934; 2008 was our 75th year About us: We are a variety store with a garden center in spring (plants, soil, etc.). We offer a good selection of holiday and seasonal merchandise. Employees: 5 Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; extended hours Thanksgiving and ChristmasEDWARD JONES
Address: 314 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3899 or 888-329-3899. Web Address: www.edwardjones.com E-mail: tom.kimbrel@edwardjones.com Year opened: 1999 About us: We offer stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, IRAs, certificates of deposit, business retirement plans and banking services for individual investors. New in 2008: Edward Jones was named one of Fortune 100’s best companies to work for. Looking to 2009: Continue helping individual investors reach their long-term financial goals. Owner: Tom Kimbrel, financial advisor Employees: 2 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturdays and evenings by appointmentFARM BUREAU FINANCIAL SERVICES
Address: 1122 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3350 E-mail: steve.kill@fbfs.com Year opened: 1984 About us: Insurance for auto, homes, farms, business, life, long-term care and investments. Owner: Steve Kill Employees: 2 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through FridayFLAMING’S PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
Address: 113 S. Second, Marion Phone: 620-382-2181 E-mail: flaming66861@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 1973 About us: In 2008 we were able to celebrate 35 years in business—of bringing sales and service in plumbing, heating and air conditioning products, both residential and commercial. New in 2008: We introduced geothermal heating/cooling products to our customers for energy-saving comfort. Looking to 2009: Continue to bring the best service to our customers in all areas, and continue to expand on the geothermal products. Owners: Merle Flaming and Eva Flaming Pankratz Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and calls by emergencyFLINT HILLS CLAY WORKS
Address: 126 W. Main, Marion. Phone: 620-382-3620. E-mail: lbyer@eaglecom.net Year opened: 1980. About us: We process and distribute specialty clays in a seven-state area. Our primary focus is to supply the material needs of artists/craftsmen and also school and university art departments. We also supply kilns, potters wheels and related equipment. We use 30 different types of clay mined throughout the Midwest and prepare several dozen blends of various colors, textures and firing ranges. Owner: Les Byer Employees: 5FLINT HILLS EMBROIDERY
Address: 113 N. First, Marion Phone: 620-382-2126 or 620-382-2616 (fax) Web Address: www.flinthillsemb.com E-mail: holly@westernassociates com, dave@westernassociates.com Year opened: 1993 About us: Flint Hills Embroidery is a 34 multi-head embroidery shop. Logos can be embroidered on anything from caps, shirts and jackets to suitcases. New in 2008: We added two employees. Looking to 2009: We have a new Web site. Owners: Dave and Jackie Crofoot Employees: 12 Hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayFLINT HILLS GOLD
Address: 210 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2544 Year opened: 1986 About us: We custom make white and yellow gold jewelry and can reuse any gold or stones that a customer has, or we can supply them. We do all repair (including ring sizing, chain soldering and stone setting) and jewelry restoration in our shop. We sell fine gold and sterling silver jewelry with diamonds or colored stones. Looking to 2009: We are continuing our commitment to helping you with your unique jewelry needs. Owners: Beverly Schor Employees: 1 Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday. We can stay open later with an appointment.FROSTBITE ICE CO.
Address: 113 S. Second, Marion Phone: 620-382-2181 Year opened: 2006 About us: We offer wholesale packaged ice to customers in a 45-mile radius. New in 2008: We took over territory in Elk and Chautauqua counties and in Wichita, Haysville and Augusta. Looking to 2009: We look to continue to give good service and pick up more customers. Owners: Merle and Michelle Flaming and Eva Flaming Pankratz Employees: 4 full-time, 4 part-time Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; and calls by emergencyG&J VIDEO
Address: 426 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2115 E-mail: geno@eaglecom.net Year opened: 1980 (built building at 426 E. Main) About us: Authorized agent for Alltel Cell Phone; we video special events such as weddings, parties, school games; we run MCTV Channel 22 on local cable. Looking to 2009: Verizon bought out Alltel in late 2008, so we will be a Verizon Dealer. At this time we are still selling Alltel phones and plans. Will change over to Verizon later this year. Owner: Gene F. Winkler Employees: 1 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayGAMBINO’S PIZZA
Address: 114 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3821 Year opened: 1987 About us: Family dine-in or order out. Friendly and prompt service. Pizza, sandwiches, salad bar and other Italian dishes. Looking to 2009: Continuing to serve our faithful customers and trying to improve our service. Owners: Jay and Judy Smith Employees: 12 Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; noon to 10 p.m., Friday and SaturdayGOOD HAPPENS MINI SPA
Address: 410 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-6064; 620-381-1079 Web: www.goodhappens.net E-mail: goodhappens@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 2006 About us: Good Happens is about making good happen to the body, mind and soul. I offer therapeutic, sports and Swedish massage, hot-stone massage, mud and herbal wraps and Reiki for the body, for the mind and soul. We now offer Christian-based holistic therapy. Looking to 2009: Due to a list of challenges in 2008, I felt the need to not only help the body but also the mind and soul. I have recently become a board-certified holistic alternative psychology therapy practitioner. In these times of stress and negativity, I would like to help make the world a little better one person at a time. Owner: Lisa Wildin-Anderson Hours: By appointmentGREAT PLAINS COMPUTERS & NETWORKING
Address: 324 E. Main, Box 234, Marion Phone: 620-382-2006 Web: www.gpcn.net E-mail: tech@gpcn.net Year opened: 1998 About us: GPC&N provides outsourced IT support for government and business. We specialize in local and county government service.We also service the home PC and networking market as well as computer sales. We have a network IT support professionals that bring added expertise to our services. New in 2008: The biggest emphasis for GPC&N in 2008 was an expansion in security services. Our clients are seeing more and more security risk issues and planning particularly our banking and health services clients. Looking to 2009: Despite the national economic slowdown, our clientele have not seen a slowdown. Nearly all businesses and government depend on their systems to operate. We are looking to add employees to help with our established base and expand. Owner: Lloyd Davies Employees: 3 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayHAIR COMPANY
Address: 1240 Commercial, Marion Phone: 620-382-3066 Year opened: 2000 About us: The Hair Company is a full service-salon, specializing hair styling, perms, color highlights; coloring is my specialty. New in 2008: Expansion of retail products in Red Ken, Biolage, Joico. Looking to 2009: Waxing by Nufree Nudess, a product that is all natural and comes from New York. Owner: Laura Yates Hours: 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. FridayHAIR CORNER
Address: 162 W. Main, Marion Phone: 620-381-4034 Year opened: 2007 About us: Family hair care salon offering haircuts, styling, color and permanent waves. Retail supplies. Owner: Betty Stenzel, hair stylist Hours: By appointment Wednesday through FridayHANNAFORD ABSTRACT & TITLE CO.
Address: 222 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2130 Email: rhannafo@stewart.com Year opened: 1871 About us: We provide abstracts of title and title insurance for home owners and mortgage lenders. We also provide real estate closings for your transaction. Why do you need title insurance? For most Americans, our home is the single largest financial investment we ever make. Having a clear title is important to the sale and purchase of your home. Your title insurance policy is your assurance that the home you are buying is protected from any title problems now and down the road. New in 2008: We now have the very latest in leading-edge computer technology to enhance the real estate transaction for you. We have the only complete set of title records other than the Marion County Courthouse. Looking to 2009: We will continue to be dedicated to providing our customers the very best of service. This year we will be celebrating our 138th year of continuous service for Marion County landowners. Owners: Roger W. Hannaford and Roger W. Hannaford III Employees: 5 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayHIGHWAY 56 CAR & TRUCK WASH
Address: 1501 Sandstone, Marion Phone: 620-382-2320 (office), 620-381-4297 (cell) Year opened: 2008 About us: Self-serve bay with foaming brush. Fully automatic drive-thru wash bay (open year round). Full-sized truck wash bay. We offer a prepaid wash card for personal and business use. New in 2008: After learning equipment systems, we made some chemical changes to improve wash quality. An attendant is on duty or a minute away to assist customers. Looking to 2009: Upgrading equipment. Owner: Keith and Sherry Hess Employees: 3 Hours: 24 hours, seven days a week.HOLDEMAN’S BARBER SHOP
Address: 412 E. Main, Marion. Phone: 620-382-3750 or toll-free 1-800-455-3750 Owner: Bill Holdeman Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; “an appointment saves you time.”HRK WAREHOUSE
Address: 100 N. Roosevelt, Marion Phone: 620-382-2430 Year opened: 1983 About us: HRK offers our customers a variety of merchandise. We carry furniture, box springs, matresses, tools, toys, knives, wallpaper, borders, swimming and boating supplies, fishing and sports equipment and a variety of general merchandise. Customer service is the best product we offer. New in 2008: We expanded our furniture line to include bedroom suites, bookcases and curio cabinets. We increased our fishing supplies, tents and camping supplies. We have a large selection of barbecue supplies and ball equipment. Looking to 2009: Our goal is to continue serving our customers’ needs and wants with the best service and products we can offer. We will continue supporting the local charities and fundraisers and hope to have many more years in this community. Owners: Jim and Bernice Beach Employees: 1 Hours: Winter hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday; summer hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, SundayJEFF JIRAK CONSTRUCTION
Address: 106 N. Cedar, Marion Phone: 620-382-3976. Year opened: November 1992. About us: We are a general building contractor, residential and light commercial turn-key projects. We do new construction and remodeling, wood and steel frame buildings. Owner: Jeff Jirak Employees: 1 full-time, 2 part-time.JERRY CADY AGENCY
Address: 104 N. Fifth, Marion Phone: 800-974-2990; 620-382-3282 About us: Full-line insurance agency specializing in crop and hail insurance. We also carry farm, home, auto, life and annuities. Looking to 2009: Our goal is to continue to offer quality insurance products while maintaining our commitment to always provide the best service possible to each and every customer. Owner: Jerry and Eniel Cady Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayKANNADY & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
Address: 401 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3569. Web Address: www.kannady.com E-mail: See Web site. Year opened: 1983 About us: Real estate sales—residential, farm, recreation and commercial. Owner: Charles Kannady Employees: 3 Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the week and by appointmentLINCO INC. ELECTRICAL SERVICES & CONTRACTING
Address: 426 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3032 Email: linco@eaglecom.net Year opened: 2001 About us: The services we provide for our commercial, industrial and residential customers are electrical, security, fire alarm and surveillance systems, voice/data and fiber optics cabling and certification. We have Block & Associates certified/licensed electricians as well as certified system installers for the low-volt services we provide. Looking to 2008: We are looking forward to another year of providing the services we handle for our customers and expanding the service area as well. We will continue to better our staff in specific training and certifications that will allow us to keep up with the ever-changing technologies. As in the past we will continue to promote continuing education for our technicians. Owners: Lin Slifer, president Employees: 4 Hours: In office 8 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayMARION ASSISTED LIVING
Address: 200 Eisenhower Dr., Marion Phone: 620-382-3000 E-mail: marional@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 2004 About us: Independent and assisted living; 24-hour assistance available, three meals a day. Maintenance, housekeeping and laundry provided at no extra charge. Medication monitoring or administration. Employees: 12 Hours: 24/7MARION AUTO SUPPLY
Address: 115 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2149 E-mail: mdreg@sbcglobal.net Year opened: 1961 About us: We are now a NAPA auto parts store that also offers tractor parts. We ship UPS and FedEx and provide daily delivery around the county. We mix paint, custom make hydraulic hoses 1/4-inch to 1 inch. We are a Holland Grill dealer. Looking to 2009: We’re planning to add new welding accessories and new industrial paint line Owners: Mike and Doug Regnier Employees: 3 Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. SaturdayMARION COUNTY FARM BUREAU
Address: 1122 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2972. Web: www.marioncountyfb.com E-mail: marionfb@kfb.org Year opened: 1951 About us: An agriculture advocacy organization. Hours: Office open Monday, Wednesday, Friday.MARION COUNTY HOME CARE
Address: 535 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-3690 Web: www.slhmarion.org E-mail: janet.herzet@slhmarion.org Year opened: 1979 About us: Health care in your own home. Home Health features skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and home health aides. Attendant care and homemaker services are available through programs such as Senior Care Act, private pay and a telephone emergency response system. Home Medical Equipment Inc. provides home medical equipment for use in the home. Mastectomy fittings and products available with appointment. New in 2008: For the third year in a row, Marion County Home Care is listed in the top 25 percent in the country with “HomeCare Elite 2008” in quality outcomes, quality improvement and financial performance. Looking to 2009: Marion County Home Care is working for accreditation from the American Board for Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics. 2009 marks the 30th anniversary for Marion County Home Care. Owners: Hospital District No. 1, Marion County, Kan., doing business as St. Luke Hospital & Living Center, Marion County Home Care Employees: 9 Hours: Office, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Services provided seven days a week.MARION DRY CLEANING & LAUNDRY
Address: 107 S. Second, Marion Phone: 620-382-2611 Year opened: January 2004 About us: We offer dry cleaning, alterations and laundry services. New in 2008: We purchased three used 35-pound washers, one new 60-pound washer and two new 20-pound Horizons that are ADA friendly. Looking to 2009: We plan to update more washers and dryers in the laundry and update apartments and dry cleaners in the front area. Owners: Billy and Donna Rosiere Employees: 1 Hours: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; closed Saturday and SundayMARION FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Address: 537 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-3722 Year opened: 1981 About us: We offer a full range of family medicine without obstetrics. We provide infant and child care, family planning and birth control, pap smears, geriatric care, in-house diabetes and cholesterol testing, trucking and flight physicals. We perform minor surgery in the office, such as cryotherapy for skin lesions, intrauterine devices (IUDs), colposcopy, lesion removals and no-scalpel vasectomy. Procedures we perform at the hospital include: colonoscopy for cancer screening, treadmill testing and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). Owners: Don Hodson, MD Employees: 13 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayMARION MANUFACTURING
Address: 201 S. Coble, Marion. Phone: 620-382-3751 or toll-free 1-888-865-8740 Web: www.marionmanufacturing.com E-mail: sales@marionmanufacturing.com Year opened: 1979 About us: Marion Manufacturing Inc. designs and fabricates a full line of roll forming equipment to include full panel, trim and custom profile roll form machines, as well as uncoilers, feeders, shears, slitters, recoilers, stackers, in-line punching and shearing equipment, custom automation, punch and dies and machine parts. New in 2008: Marion Manufacturing Inc. introduced the ultra-mill, heavy-gauge stud/track roll form line and the multi-mill, light gauge stud/track and hat channel roll form line. Looking to 2009: With difficult economic times still on the horizon, we plan to continue implementation of lean manufacturing processes, while improving the quality of our products and services. Owners: Allan Richmond, David Richmond, Jackie Palic and Tim Richmond Employees: 25MARION MARBLE & GRANITE WORKS
Address: 159 W. Main, Marion. Phone: 620-382-2660 Year opened: 1877 About us: Caring service, quality products. All memorials lettered in our local facility. Looking to 2009: We will remained focused on customers’ desire for quality memorials and caring service Owners: Chris and Kathy Meierhoff Employees: 3 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to noon SaturdayMARION NATIONAL BANK
Address: 302 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2109 Web Address: www.marionnationalbank.com E-mail: jhefley@marionnationalbank.com, dnoller@marionnationalbank.com Year opened: 1905 About us: Marion National Bank offers full-service banking. We offer loans for any worthwhile purpose including: agriculture, commercial, consumer and all types of real estate, including home loans. For the investor, we offer certificates of deposit, individual retirement accounts and saving accounts. Personal and business checking accounts are available for your daily needs. A Visa check card can be used with all personal transaction accounts. There is an ATM in our entry way for your after-hour cash needs. Safe deposit boxes are available to store your valuables. Employees: 5 Hours: Lobby, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday; drive thru, 8:15 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, and 8:15 a.m. to noon Saturday.MARION PHARMACY
Address: 217 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2135 Year opened: 1978 About us: Retail pharmacy, Hallmark cards, gifts, health and beauty. Looking to 2009: Continue to offer personal service and competitive prices to the residents of Marion. Owners: Marlin and Debbie Buchholz Employees: 10 Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. SaturdayMARION SEPTEMBER HOUSING
Address: 1500 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2606; 620-381-0313 Year opened: 1987 About us: Housing for elderly, disabled, people who meet our income requirements. New in 2008: New management. We did a lot of painting and redecorating and a lot of other projects. Looking to 2009: We are looking forward to finishing projects. Doing a lot of outside landscaping and hopefully getting some new tenants to join our September family. Owners: Haley Retirement Facility, Janis Cook Employees: Managed by Cheryl and David Silhan Hours: On call 24 hoursM.C. RADIO & TV
Address: 642 N. Cedar Phone: 620-382-2156 Year opened: 1951 About us: I was a Maytag dealer for 56 years until Maytag went with other companies. I still have washer and dryer parts as well as electrical supplies. Looking to 2009: I am staying in business to try to get rid of stock. Still doing some service on Maytag. Still have parts for wringer washers. Owner: John Britain Hours: Being 83, I don’t keep hoursMELINDA’S HOME AWAY FROM HOME CHILDCARE
Address: 202 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-2476 Year opened: 1993 About us: We are a licensed day-care provider, providing a home-away-from-home atmosphere. We care for children from birth on up and serve nutritional meals and snacks. We offer a healthy environment where children learn to play with others in a positive atmosphere. We color, play and have fun with different activities. Owner: Melinda Schroeder Employees: Self Hours: 7 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.MIDLANDS FARM SERVICES INC.
Address: 114 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-3310 or toll free 1-877-471-5628 E-mail: midlands@dtnspeed.net Year opened: 1986 About us: Manage farmland for absentee landlords; sell ag land through licensed broker Doug Sharp. Owners: Sandown Corp. Employees: 2 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through FridayMUNCHKINLAND DAYCARE
Address: 406 S. Lincoln, Marion Phone: 620-381-3246 Year opened: 2004 About us: Affordable daycare, free meals, SRS contracted, arts and crafts, field trips. New in 2008: Introduced preschool activities, children learn ABCs and practice writing skills. We took a field trip to the Pumpkin Patch. Looking to 2009: We intend to keep providing a place for children to play, learn and start friendships. Owner: Cristy Miller Employees: 1 Hours: 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.PIT STOP 56 CONVENIENCE STORE
Address: 1240 Commercial, Marion Phone: 620-382-3066 Year opened: 2007 About us: Pit Stop 56 offers liquor mixes, margarita salt, sodas, cigarettes, camping and fishing supplies, fishing worms, two tanning beds. New in 2008: Cold 2-liter Coke, 7-Up, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper Looking to 2009: Increase snacks and sandwich choices. Owner: Laura Yates Employees: 2 Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon to 7 p.m. SundayPLANTATIONS
Address: 420 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3400 Web: Coming soon E-mail: plantationsks@sbcglogal.net Year opened: March 21, 2007 About us: We continue to offer the freshest flowers delivered daily for a lasting impression. Whether it be for funerals, weddings, birthdays or everyday florals. We pride ourselves on our unique, creative, one-of-a-kind arrangements. Our eclectic home decor lines are versatile for any home needing some creative flare. Stop by for a warm and friendly atmosphere that prides itself on customer service. New in 2008: We thrive on bringing in new and unique lines to the Marion County area. We now offer tuxedo rental to complement all your formal-wear needs. Along with our ever-popular bridal registry. Looking to 2009: We are excited and thankful for the prosperous years and look forward to your support. With the continuation of utmost customer service and floral expertise for Marion and the surrounding communities. Watch for our new Web site, specials and upcoming events. Everything floral — just ask. Owner: Tamara Christiansen Employees: 3 Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to noon SaturdayQUILTING QUARTERS
Address: 162 W. Main, Marion Phone: 620-386-0997 E-mail: szham@embarqmail.com Year opened: 2008 About us: Full-service quilt shop offering fabric, notions, patterns, kits and classes. We encourage quilters of all ages from the first-time quilter to seasoned quilters to preserve the art of quilting. Tips, suggestions and advice are always abundant. Machine repair drop-off point and alterations available. Owners: June Shreve, Suzie Hammond. Employees: 2 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. SaturdayRIVER MILL WOODS
Address: 206 E. Main, Marion; after March 3, 906 E. Main Phone: 620-382-8495 or 620-382-2891 Web: www.rivermillwoods.com Year opened: Full-time operation in Marion since June 2000; prior to that, part-time since 1988 About us: Daryl’s desire to work with wood began in high school, where the shop class was located in the basement of the Hill Building in Marion. After 24 years of teaching in public schools, he turned his part-time hobby of building furniture into a full-time business. Currently, caskets are the focus of this venture. We offer several styles, different combinations of wood and affordable prices. Pat has done picture framing since 1993 and continues to enjoy meeting customers and working with them. Looking ahead to 2009: After March 3, look for us at our new location, 906 E. Main. Situated at the corner of Cedar and Main, you will find a much larger showroom and plenty of parking space. While Daryl will continue to manufacture in our home woodshop, all finished products will be on display in the spacious store. Not only will you be able to see the quality of our handmade caskets, you also will be able to enjoy the beauty and comfort of Morris chairs, Adirondack chairs, coffee tables and other occasional pieces. Owners: Daryl & Pat Enos Employees: 2 Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, or by appointmentSHELTER INSURANCE
Address: 422 E Main St., Marion Phone: 620-382-3254 Web: shelterinsurance.com (then select Kansas) Year opened: Jim Smith started with MFA in 1979 as a part-time agent. After his death in 1981, Feebie Holdeman became a full-time agent. The company’s name changed to Shelter Insurance in 1982. Doug Heery became the agency owner in 2008. About us: Shelter is a full-circle insurance company. We offer coverage for your life, home, autos, business, farm and commercial. Shelter is also a bank; we can help you with your loan needs as well as annuities, IRAs and CDs. Owner: Doug Heery Employees: 2 Hours: 9 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m; and by appointmentSHERBOWL LANES & WILLY J'S 9TH LANE SPORTS BAR
Address: 131 S. Thorp, Marion (south of Ampride) Phone: 620-382-2630 or 620-381-1891 Year opened: SherBowl Lanes in November 2003; Willy J’s 9th Lane, September 2008. About us: We offer family fun for all ages at SherBowl Lanes. We have league and open bowling at competitive prices. Attached to SherBowl is our new building, Willy J's 9th Lane. We have a full arcade of games, including air hockey, pool and dart games. We cater a full menu of food, soda and malt beverages. We are available for company and organization parties, reunions and family/friends gatherings. During warm weather, we have an outside patio for our customers to enjoy. New in 2008: Our new addition was completed and officially opened in September and was renamed Willy J's 9th Lane in January 2009. Looking to 2009: Our goal is to give Marion County residents a place to relax with family and friends, and a location for businesses and organizations in Marion County to be able to gather for meetings. Owner: William and LaDonna Sherbert Employees: 4-6 Hours: Willy J’s— 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m Monday and Thursday, 5 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Closed on Tuesday. SherBowl Lanes—League nights are Sunday afternoon for Youth League, Sunday night for Mixed League, Monday night for league, Wednesday night Women's League and Thursday night for Late League. Open bowling Friday and Saturday nights.SHIP-SHAPE ROOFING & PAINTING
Address: 530 S. Cedar, Marion Phone: 620-382-3192 Year opened: 2001 About us: We do all types of roofing, with 28 years experience. Also, exterior painting. Owner: David Shiplet Employees: 3-6, depending on the task at hand Hours: Sunup to sundownSTEPPING STONES PRESCHOOL
Address: 300 E. Santa Fe, Marion Phone: 620-382-3142 Web: www.marionvalleyumc.org Year opened: 2001 About us: Stepping Stones is an important ministry of Valley United Methodist Church. Patty Putter is teacher/director. Stepping Stones provides a loving environment for learning basic preschool skills with a Christian curriculum. New in 2008-09: We are excited about the enthusiasm Patty Putter brings to our school. She is committed to building a strong and consistent preschool program with the love and support of our church family. Step 1 class for 3-year-olds meets Tuesday and Thursday, Step 2 class for 4/5-year-olds meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Step 3 is our summer program for 5-year-olds and it meets during July on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Looking to 2009-10: Our mission is that children will learn about God’s love for them and their family through our biblically based curriculum. They will find church a loving and safe place where God is real and connected to their daily lives. The students will learn how to work and play together and have their first learning experience be a positive one. Skills necessary to be successful in school will be integrated into Bible stories that teach faith lessons. Students will grow intellectually, emotionally, spiritually and socially. Owner: Valley United Methodist Church Employees: 1 plus volunteers Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday through FridaySUNSHINE COUNTRY PRESCHOOL
Address: 520 S. Third, Marion Phone: 620-382-2450 Year opened: Opened as a day care and preschool in 1999; moved to preschool only in 2000 About us: I teach preschool Monday through Friday. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday I teach 4- and 5-year-olds. On Tuesday and Thursday I teach 3-year-olds. Owner: Michele Regnier Employees: 1 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday through FridaySKILES CHIROPRACTIC
Address: 537 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-3711 Year opened: 1993 About us: We offer family chiropractic services, handle sports physicals and injuries, and provide orthopedic diagnosis, treatment or referral. Looking to 2009: To continue providing quality care for our patients. Owner: Bruce Skiles, D.C. Employees: 2 Hours: 8 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 8 a.m. to noon SaturdayST. LUKE HOSPITAL & LIVING CENTER
Address: 535 S. Freeborn, Marion Phone: 620-382-2177 Web: www.slhmarion.org E-mail: Many available through the Web site Year opened: 1907; became St. Luke Hospital in 1952; began operating independently in 2004. About us: The St. Luke facilities consist of the hospital, St. Luke Living Center, Marion County Home Care and St. Luke Physician Clinic. Our mission is to enhance people’s lives through personal care, quality service and ethical practices. We strive to provide our patients with specialists and diagnostic equipment on site to keep their health needs convenient and close to home. Some of the services we offer are general and cataract surgery, physical therapy, mammography, endoscopy, urology, cardiology, ultrasound, MRI, chemotherapy and an obstetrics clinic. Owners: The St. Luke facilities are managed by the hospital board Employees: 104 Hours: Business office, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; emergency service provided 24 hours dailyST. LUKE INTEGRATED HEALTH CARE CLINIC
Address: 921 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2998 Year opened: 1995 About us: We offer clinical massage to all age groups. Our services range from relaxation/stress management to complementing rehabilitation therapies. New in 2008: Our staff did six community service projects in Marion and Hillsboro. We also cumulatively took 110 hours of continuing education classes at Butler of Marion and in Kansas City. In 2008, we added a 90-minute warm-stone massage, aromatherapy foot rub and Thai massage to our services. Looking to 2009: Our goal is to continue working with our upward trend of services and training to be able to accommodate our growth. We will continue with community service projects, and our varied services, including the addition of Thai massage. Owner: Carolan McFarland Employees: 3 therapists (Carol Wituk, Nikki Riggs, Erica Buller). Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.ST. LUKE PHYSICIAN CLINIC
Address: 504 S. Roosevelt, Marion Phone: 620-382-2033; 620-382-8625 (fax) Web: www.slhmarion.org E-mail: mary.harrison@slhmarion.org Year opened: July 2007 About us: We offer compassionate, knowledgeable care delivered to patients of all ages. Emphasis on geriatrics, diabetes, women’s and children’s health. Looking to 2009: In January 2009 we were designated a rural health clinic. Owner: St. Luke Hospital Employees: 6 Hours: Walk-in clinic, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday; otherwise 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridaySTRAUB INTERNATIONAL
Address: 601 W. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2188; toll-free 877-382-2188 Year opened: Aug. 1, 1995 About us: We are a full-line Case IH agriculture equipment dealership. We have six locations in Kansas that offer equipment sales, service and parts. We also carry Whirlpool appliances and provide sales, delivery, installation and service. Our short lines include Mahindra Tractors, Great Plains, Land Pride, Trimble, Crustbuster, Toro, Lawn-Boy, Holland Grills, Coast to Coast Carports and a full line of Ertl toys. Looking to 2009: The future holds many opportunities for the agricultural industry and, in particular, the agricultural dealership industry. We at Straubs are in a leadership position in the fast-emerging multiple dealership marketplace. Our company will fill in with many resources along with talented personnel that should allow us to capitalize on opportunities well into the future. Owner: Straub family and shareholders Employees: 8 full-time, 2-part-time Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. during harvest; 8 a.m. to noon SaturdaySUPERIOR WINE & LIQUOR
Address: 1240 Commercial, Marion Phone: 620-382-8470 Year opened: 2006 About us: Superior Wine & Liquor is a full-service store. Our customers enjoy the coldest beer in town; on Wednesdays wine is 10 percent off; Tuesdays are Senior Day. New in 2008: We started Senior Day on Tuesdays, and expanded our selection of fine wines. Owners: David and Laura Yates Employees: 3 Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon to 7 p.m. SundaySWAN’S REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING
Address: 313 S. Fourth, Marion Phone: 620-382-2598 Year opened: 1975 About us: Refrigeration, household and commercial; heating and air conditioning sales and service; ice machine sales and service. Looking ahead to 2009: Striving to offer our customers the most efficient Bryant heating and cooling systems to help offset the high energy bills. Owner: Paul Swan Employees: SelfTAMPA STATE BANK
Address: 326 Main, Tampa; 1100 E. Main, Marion Phone: 785-965-7210 Tampa; 620-382-8811 Marion Web Address: www.tampastatebank.com E-mail: tampa@tampastatebank.com Year opened: 1901 About us: We are one of the few banks in Marion County who are still locally owned. We offer the full range of banking services: checking, savings, time deposits (CDs), consumer, commercial and real estate loans, escrow services, credit and debit cards, internet banking, ATM (Marion), night depository, safety deposit boxes, etc. Our friendly, courteous officers and staff will continue to provide the excellent service to our customers in 2009 that they have been used to since 1901. Ownership: Tampa State Bankshares Inc. Employees: 15 Hours: (Tampa) 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday; (Marion) 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon SaturdayTRACE OF COPPER
Address: 1216 Commercial Drive, Marion Phone: 620-382-2099. Year opened: 1985 About us: We offer Kansas-made quilts, brass and copper metal sculpture. Wheat windmills and sunflowers are our main theme. Custom orders welcomed. Looking to 2009: Wholesale business is the major part of what goes on here. We ship to almost all of the travel information centers in Kansas. The greatest part of the wholesale goods go to South Dakota, where we have a representative. Owner: Tracy Hett Employees: 2 Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to noon SaturdayTRIPLE R HAULING
Address: 217 N. Coble, Marion Phone: 620-382-7802, 620-382-7080 E-mail: lynn2volts@yahoo.com Year opened: 2001 About us: Our company offers custom stepdeck hauling in 23 states. Items hauled include building material, farm equipment, agricultural products (hay), and specialty equipment such as roll form, milling equipment and robotic arms. Our company owns one 48-foot stepdeck and one 53-foot stepdeck and will haul oversized dimension loads. New in 2008: Added a second semi truck and 48-foot stepdeck to our fleet. Looking ahead to 2009: We plan to add ramps to our newest trailer for more convenience for customers’ loading and unloading needs. Owner: Wallace and Kim Ross Employees: 3 Hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through SaturdayUNIQUE DESIGNS
Address: 111 N. Fourth, Marion Phone: 620-382-3153. Year opened: 1984 About us: A hairdresser making people look beautiful. Retail products: Matrix, Redken, Scruples, Nioxin, Pravana. Owner: Amy Gillett Hours: Open Tuesday through Saturday as early or late as neededGERALD A. VINDUSKA, DDS
Address: 1015 Melvin, Marion Phone: 620-382-3742 Web: vinduskadental.com Year opened: 1961 About us: Family dentistry, implant placement and restoration, general dental services. New in 2008: Digital radiology. office remodeled. Owner: Gerald A. Vinduska, DDS Employees: 4 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through FridayWEBSTER AUTO SERVICE
Address: 106 W. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-2108 E-mail: webasinc@att.net Year opened: 1953 About us: Complete automotive repair, including light trucks. Everything from oil changes to engine and transmission replacement. Serving all of Marion County. Owner: Barry J. Allen Employees: 4 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon SaturdayWESTERN ASSOCIATES
Address: 124 E. Main, Marion Phone: 620-382-3742 Web: www.westernassociates.com E-mail: info@westernassociates.com Year opened: 1956 About us: We offer a complete line of promotional products to help promote your business. We have screen printing, wide-format printing and embroidery available for all of your printing needs. New in 2008: We purchased a digital printer capable of printing up to 48-inch by 96-inch signs in full color. Looking to 2009: We intend to expand our sales force with a location in Oklahoma City and continue to offer excellent service to our clients. Owners: Dave Crofoot, Jim Crofoot, Andy Hansen, Pam Bowers Employees: 70 Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayWESTERN GRAPHICS
Address: 113 N. First, Marion Phone: 620-382-3785 E-mail: donnah@westernassociates.com Year opened: 1987 About us: Design, decorate and print garments such as T-shirts, caps, jackets, bags, blankets, etc., for the public and advertising specialty companies. New in 2008: Two new purchases that helped us improve our already exceptional service product to our customers: (1) new automatic printer capable of printing up to eight color prints; (2) new film output printer. Looking to 2009: We are focusing on increasing our customer base. We will keep educating ourselves to stay in the forefront of designs and techniques in this competitive business. Owners: Dave Crofoot, Jim Crofoot Employees: 5 Hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayWIENS HOME CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR
Address: 407 S. Lincoln, Marion Phone: 620-382-3754 E-mail: wiensphoto@yahoo.com Year opened: 1996 About us: We do some “new” home construction, but the majority of our time is spent on remodeling and repair. No job is too small and we strive to do the job right. We have a variety of window, door and siding options available to fit every remodeling need and budget. Having built six log homes, we have experience dealing with log homes, including repair and maintenance. Looking to 2009: We have additional replacement-window options and will be expanding into doing more work on garage doors and openers. We will be initiating an “annual checkup” program for your garage door and opener. Both of these are used daily and are usually neglected until something goes wrong. For a small fee, we will do an annual check, including lubricating and adjusting. Owners: Gerald and Jan Wiens Employees: 2 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through FridayWIENS PHOTO
Address: 707 S. Lincoln, Marion Phone: 620-382-3754 Web: wiensphoto.com E-mail: wiensphoto@yahoo.com Year opened: 1983 About us: Gerald offers four areas of photography: (1) Nature and wildlife, with archival images of a variety of sizes ready to hang on your wall; (2) Youth sports, “action” photography, photographs of kids participating in sporting events. There are very few sports I have not photographed. Contact me and make a photo request; (3) Senior portraits and family groups, specializing in “on location” and “outdoor” photographs; (4) Weddings. Looking to 2009: I would like to expand senior portraits, family groups and weddings in 2009. I am always looking for sporting-event requests and would like to expand my nature and wildlife photography into the corporate world. Owner: Gerald Wiens
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