Family business is famous for customer service

Customer service can be an elusive thing to find in this day of big box retail stores. It may be convenient to pick up a new chain saw while grocery shopping, but it may not be the wisest way to make such a purchase. The smarter course of action is likely to visit a locally-owned specialty store to get personalized advice on the item best suited to your needs.

Recycle with Integrity

Integrity Metals Foundry and Mill Shippers, located at 355 Lake Road, Unit D in Medina, is a great place to take scrap metal of all kinds.

Make your home look perfect with Perfect Power Wash

You know that feeling you get when you come home after a long day? When you see your own front door and can take pride in the house to which you are returning? Perhaps the old adage "A home is a man's castle" comes to mind?

Building 9

Just about everyone can agree that saving money is a good thing, however, it can be tough to do. With the economy in a downturn it can be tough to buy that dream home you've always wanted, so why not work with what you've already got?

Buehler's makes compost for 'green' gardeners

Buehler's makes its own compost from 100 percent recycled food products. All food trimmings and scraps are collected along with the cardboard they were shipped in and composted for sale. The cardboard helps speed the breakdown process and is also composted.

The Mower Shop

Spring has officially sprung. The birds are singing, the skies are blue and the grass is growing... and growing... and growing.

Your landscape awaits

Hill Haven Farm & Greenhouse/Florist, located at 7842 Center Road in Valley City, has been growing beautiful plants and flowers since 1971. Their specialty is water garden plants, fish and supplies and they are also a full-service florist.

All American Basement Waterproofing guarantees a dry home

If water makes its way into a basement, a lot of damage can occur if it is not properly taken care of. According to Michael Johns, president of All American Basement Waterproofing, most basement water problems can be alleviated from the inside, and for much less money than exterior waterproofing. Since 2007, Michael and his business partner, Dennis Brayer, have been waterproofing basements all over northeast Ohio, and guaranteeing them for life.

Seasons change, but Hobby Lobby them all covered

One popular hobby chain started as a simple frame shop in 1970 that David Green operated from his garage.

Now Hobby Lobby, which is headquartered in Oklahoma City, has grown to 436 stores in 35 states.

Ford sweeps North American car and truck of the year awards

Ford Motor Company scored a historic doubleheader earlier this month, capturing both the North American Car of the Year and North American Truck of the Year awards for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2010 Ford Transit Connect, respectively, at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). It is only the third time in 17 years that one manufacturer has won both titles.

Boyland's brands reach to Infiniti

They're baaaack.

Nissan's Infiniti luxury line has returned to the west side in fitting fashion, with a sparkling, multi-million dollar, 21,500-square-foot showroom in Brook Park. The state-of-the-art Boyland Infiniti store at 13930 Brookpark Road is next door to Boyland Acura.

TRAIN HARD-WIN EASY

A lot of people make New Year's resolutions to get in shape or lose weight.

You start with a no-strings membership to a gym or with the latest in infomercial-advertised home workout equipment. This can go well for a month or two, but then other commitments start popping up that seem more important or more fun. After awhile though, that shiny new treadmill is collecting dust in the closet.

Italian family traditions

The Lanze family knows a lot about family values, not to mention the value that family can bring to the restaurant business. With a family that immigrated straight from Italy nearly 100 years ago, they had the inspiration they needed to start their own Italian restaurant. With that, Joe and his wife, Marie Lanze (who quickly became the namesake), established Marie's Restaurant in 1970. Joe's Italian roots and appetite for great food were the perfect combination to venture into the restaurant business.

Gionino's puts customers, quality first

Gionino's Pizzeria is a company built on passion - passion for community and love of the business. It all began with Carl Bako, a man who worked his entire life and then took on the life of a retiree. And then he got bored. He wanted something enjoyable to do and his search led him to take on a Gionino's Pizzeria franchise. As a native of the area, this idea would give him a way to be out in the local community doing work that he loved.

Medina County Career Center prepares you for the workforce

And, with no recovery in sight for the economy and unemployment rates spiking across the country, jobs are more scarce than ever.

Sampsel Heating and Air Conditioning celebrates 30 years of dependable service

Sampsel Heating and Air Conditioning celebrated its 30th anniversary on Oct. 15 and continues to provide quality services to the Medina area. They have new products and a dependable disposition to offer a pleasant experience every time you call.

Medina County Health Department Keeping the public healthy and safe

Regardless of your first impressions, the Medina County Health Department serves the county's health interests. They are always available and active, working quietly behind the scenes to keep the public healthy and safe.

Granite Golf Properties

With Granite Golf Properties, you get all that and more.

"At Granite Golf, we sell experiences, we don't sell rounds of golf," said Mike Cavey, Granite Golf president. "We want to make sure the customer has an enjoyable experience. We do so many little things which make customers want to come back."

Not your typical country club

At Rustic Hills Country Club, you can find a fun, relaxed place to enjoy time with friends and family.

"It's the 'Cheers' of Medina," said Sarah Zoker, director of marketing. "When you walk in the lounge, everybody knows everybody. That's the kind of atmosphere we have here."

Stingers serves up a good time

Good local dining is right around the corner at Stinger's Restaurant and Lounge in Seville. Offering up a wide variety of fresh dining selections, they are in business to serve their customers.

HealthMarkets provides customized coverage to fit your needs

The HealthMarkets Company licensed insurance agent Roni Bell can help you get insured, which may help protect you and your family against life's mishaps.

Grizzly Auto and Tire promises work done right at a fair price

Owner Dave Bator started the business in 1988 and vowed to put customers first. With this approach, he promises that your vehicle will be ready when promised, the work will be done right the first time, and you will only pay for work that you authorized.

Zeppe's Pizzeria

Where can you go for the very best in pizza and other Italian cuisine?

With convenient locations in Brunswick, Medina, Strongsville and Wadsworth, Zeppe's Pizzeria is the obvious choice.

Whatever your rock, it's in stock

Forget Formica, lose linoleum. Polished stone is what you want for your remodelling job and Chippewa Stone is the place to get it.