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What’s going on around Madison this week: holiday closures, fake invoice scams and a new Filipino restaurant
What’s going on around Madison this week: holiday closures, fake invoice scams and a new Filipino restaurant
What’s going on around Madison this week: holiday closures, fake invoice scams and a new Filipino restaurant
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The Madison Memo
May 24, 2026
May 24, 2026 |
Trivia Question❓
Which flower is commonly worn on Memorial Day to honor the fallen?
A) Rose
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Gas prices are reaching record highs ahead of Memorial Day weekend, with the national average price for a gallon of gas rising to $3.049. This is the highest price since November 2014, and experts predict that prices will continue to rise throughout the summer. The increase in gas prices is due to a combination of factors, including rising oil prices, increased travel demand, and the effects of the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack. As a result, many Americans may opt to stay closer to home or take shorter trips this holiday weekend to save on fuel costs. Read More... |
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New Huntsville-to-Gulf Shores flight gives families another summer travel option
Huntsville International Airport’s first intra-state flight to Gulf Shores took off May 21. The Allegiant route can cut a long drive to the Alabama coast to a short flight, which may help Madison families planning beach trips, older travelers who want to avoid the drive and small businesses tied to summer travel. [Read More]
City offices and programs close for Memorial Day
All City of Madison municipal buildings and programs will be closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day, with normal hours resuming Tuesday, May 26. Residents who need city services, permits, recreation programs or in-person help should plan around the closure. [Read More]
Small businesses should watch for fake invoice scams
The FTC also highlighted scams aimed at small businesses, including fake bills for products or services the business never ordered. Madison business owners, churches, clubs and nonprofits should use a simple approval process before paying invoices, especially after staff changes or busy holiday weeks. [Read More]
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Here’s a look at the 7-day weather forecast for Madison, AL: |
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I was feeling stressed then I remembered...“desserts” is stressed spelled backwards. That almost feels like medical advice. |
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Summer is Coming... Should You Put a Freezer in Your Garage |
Q: Can you keep a freezer in the garage during Alabama summers?
Make sure there is space around the freezer for airflow, plug it into a proper outlet and avoid overloading the circuit. Also think about what you’ll actually store in it because a full freezer can be useful for bulk meat, frozen meals, garden vegetables and those “we might need this later” Costco runs.
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Malou's Kusina |
Malou’s Kusina is a new Filipino comfort food spot in Madison with a menu curated around the classics people really crave: adobo, pancit, lumpia and the yummy plates you grew up hearing about from family or friends.
Order at the counter and find a table or call in and order lunch, dinner or a party tray.
Their current lineup includes...
Save some room for desserts like bibingka, turon plus ube cookies.
The local chatter is everyone's excited to finally have Filipino food in town with familiar flavors and a new favorite place.
They are currently in a soft opening window and encouraging online ordering while they dial everything in. They run out pretty quickly, so get your order in.
Soft Opening Hours Tue–Sat 10:30am–8:00pm Sun 10:30am–2:00pm Closed Mondays
🌐 Website
9076 Madison Blvd Suite J Madison, AL 35758
(256) 898-4460 |
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How many pest companies are there out here? It feels like every week, a new company is out here soliciting in our neighborhoods. And these annoying phone calls ... No I don't want to... Read More... |
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The Holy Mop... |
I'm not sure what kind of mop y'all use but I've since moved on from those spaghetti mops. I did have an iRobot mop but I didn't feel that it did any good. So I went on a search for a new one and lo and behold I found one that I am loving for my home floors and gym floors.
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Memorial Day Is A Day That We Remember The Fallen Soldiers Who Have Served Our Great Country 🇺🇸 |
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If you have read this far, you may wonder why there isn't any news about tragic events, hate and terrible crimes and it's because there is just too much of that everywhere else. We want this newsletter to bring you kind awareness and also to help spread joy and information on your Sunday!
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:
C) Poppy
The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms. |