< PreviousTHANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 Marine Dealer 1727 Gulf Fwy La Marque TX 7756 409-933-3474 20 | The Daily News | Readers’ Choice Winners | September 2024September 2024 | Readers’ Choice Winners | The Daily News | 21 WITH MANY THANKS We’d like to acknowledge all the individuals - customers, employees, neighbors, associates, vendors and friends who make doing business here such a pleasure for us. Our family business continues to grow and prosper and we owe our success to you, our customers. After over 60 years of business, Chalmers is transforming to Chalmers ACE Hardware. Please come see the exciting changes soon. You’re always welcome here, and we look forward to the privilege of serving you again soon. Trattoria LaVigna Italian Cuisine Scan to make reservations 412 20th St, Galveston • (409) 497-4927 Mon-Thurs: 11am -2pm, 5-9pm • Fri: 11am-2pm, 5-10pm, Sat: 12-10pm • Closed: Sun Family Owned and Operated 2 YEARS IN A ROW!!! Chef Pina is always present in the kitchen making sure that every plate comes out perfectly completed. Chef Pina always says that she makes sure to prepare every plate with love to make it taste extra delicious. Bridget Segura (409) 939-4925 • Bsegura@classicgalveston.com Thank you for supporting me 2022-2023 and 2024 as the #1 salesperson in Galveston County! Your trust, vote and continued support is so appreciated! Thank you for voting Bridget Segura Best Auto Salesperson in Galveston County… Three Years In a Row! 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