For the days leading up to Spring Break, the Iowa State Daily will be releasing the seven to eight winners of Student Choice 2017 each day. If you want to see all of the winner at once, make sure to pick up a print copy on campus.

Best Bike Shop – Bike World

Best Jeweler – Kay Jewelers

Located in North Grand Mall, Kay Jewelers is a nationally recognized jeweler known for its outstanding customer service and ability to express emotion through its jewelry. Kay Jewelers finds satisfaction in delivering exactly what the customer wants, and follows the operating principles of excellence in execution, testing before investing, continuous improvement and disciplined investment. Kay Jeweler’s also gives back to three major organizations that concentrate on improving health and happiness: St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the American Diabetes Association and the Diamond Empowerment Fund.

Best Consignment Store – The Loft

Best Tattoo Parlor – Heroic Ink

Are you looking to spice up your life with a little bit of body art? Well, Heroic Ink is the place to go. This award-winning shop opened in 2009 by the award-winning duo, Mump and Hugo. Since then, Heroic Ink has been titled “Best in Story County” multiple times. Heroic Ink prides itself on its variety of artistic abilities and desire to always be better. Located on Douglas Avenue, Heroic Ink is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays.  

Best Place to Buy School Supplies – Walmart Stores, Inc.

Best Dry Cleaner – Mayfair Cleaners

With more than 40 years of experience in textile care, Mayfair Cleaners has offered products and services for textile cleaning in the Ames area. In June 2015, Mayfair Cleaners was purchased and updated by a local family. Some services offered include dry-cleaning, pressing, household cleaning and alterations as well as specialty services like wedding dress cleaning and preservation. Through equipment and dry-cleaning solvent, Mayfair Cleaners offers a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional dry-cleaning practices and hope to continue growing and serving the Ames community.

Best Florist – Hy-Vee, Inc.