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SEPTEMBER 14-20, 2016 UCW 45 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM helped the company prosper. In 1929 there were 489 banks in North Carolina. By 1933 there were 287. During that time, BB&T grew from five to 11 branches. Through the years, BB&T has continued to grow. By embracing the constant change that is the world of finance and banking, BB&T has prospered. They never stop investing in what made them great in the first place – their employees, stating that "We believe a com- petitive advantage is largely in the minds of our employees and their capacity to turn rational ideas into actions that help us accomplish of our mission." BB&T offers personal banking services ranging from checking and savings accounts to loans and investing and retirement services. Business services include banking, cash managements, merchant service and lending. Wealth management services include advisory services, retirement planning and wealth investing. Best Credit Union State Employees Credit Union Several Locations 910.483.8900 or www.ncsecu.org The State Employees Credit Union continues to win this category again and again. One of the things that sets a cred- it union apart is that it is a member-owned entity. Members ben- efit from the success of the credit union and SECU knows how to take care of its mem- bers. Great customer service, competitive products and a sound business model give members confidence that SECU has their best interests at heart, which it does. Members get low lending rates and fees and high deposit rates. Services include banking and lending services as well as investment, insurance and tax prepara- tion. Best Hair Salon Blown Away Hair Studio 3109 N. Main Street, Hope Mills 910.425.1500 https://www.facebook.com/BLOWN-AWAY-HAIR-Stu- dio-264559880375723/ It's not news. Bad hair days are no fun. But a good hair day? Oh, yeah! On a good hair day, you stand taller. You feel more confident. You get things done. With style. And sass. Blown away Hair Studio is in the business of good hair days. The nine stylists have more than 100 years of experience between them. When clients take the time to go online and pledge they will never go anywhere else, that the studio made their anxious child feel at home, that it's worth the drive from Raleigh just to get their hair done here, maybe they are on to something. Raves about the friendly and talented staff promise a great experience with a wonderful result. Best Car Wash/Detailing TLC Autowash and Fast Lube Several Locations 910.867.7100 or www.tlcautowash.com When your to-do list is a mile long, it might be tempting to let some things slide. Things like washing your car and changing the oil. Year after year, TLC Autowash and Fast Lube has proven that you can keep your car clean and well-maintained without spending too much time or money. In one stop, get your car washed and professionally detailed (they will even shampoo the upholstery), have the oil changed, and if your inspection is due, they will take care of that, too. And for a great price. It's why our readers love them and why they win this category over and over. Best Internet Provider Best Computer Repair Ross IT Services 2919 Breezewood Avenue, Suite 300 910.977.1001 www.rossitservices.com It's easy to take technology for granted. Especially computers. They are such an integral part of everyday life that unless they aren't working, we barely think about them. But when something does go wrong, it can be a crisis. Getting it fixed becomes a priority. Ross I.T. Services is the place to go when your computer needs to be fixed. Established in 2006 by Sam Ross, Ross I.T. Services made it their mission to provide professional and cutting edge technology solutions customized to any business. Voted Best Computer Repair four years in a row, their services range from computer and telephone system management to network and server integra- tion and everything in between. They serve as a one-stop shop for any technology need a business may have. Best Place to Board Pets/Best Animal Hospital Highland Animal Hospital 3602 Raeford Road 901.484.2131 or https://www.facebook.com/Highland-Animal- Hospital-158873324143479/ Just like children, when it comes to keeping pets healthy finding the right health- care provider is a big deal. Delivering compassionate and competent care is what Highland Animal Hospital is known for, so much so that their clients choose Highland when it is time to board their pets, too. It is hard to enjoy a vacation or focus on a business trip if you are worried about your pets. But Highland Animal Hospital has a reputation for treating their guests like family. Our readers voted Highland Animal Hospital as the place that will make your pets feel right at home. Second generation vet Dr. Josh Barkman continues the tradition of expert veterinary care with associates Drs. Whitehurst,Totten and Barkman.