October 25, 2026 |
Trivia Question❓While Renaissance fairs recreate European life from roughly the 1400s to 1600s, what was happening in present-day Alabama during that same era? A) British colonies were already established B) Native American chiefdoms and Mississippian communities occupied the region C) Alabama had become a U.S. territory D) French settlers had founded Mobile Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
 |
 |
This Weeks Newsletter Presented By... |
|
 |
Madison County, Alabama is taking a major step toward opening its first-ever county-operated animal shelter. County commissioners approved an agreement with architectural firm Studio 2H Design LLC to guide site selection and design for the new facility.
Currently, animals picked up by county animal control officers are sent to Huntsville Animal Services, but rising population and overcrowded shelters have made a dedicated county facility a pressing need. |
| Read More... |
|
Medicare Open Enrollment Gives Alabama Seniors a Chance to Review 2027 Costs
Medicare's annual open enrollment period is underway and continues through December 7. This is the opportunity for eligible residents to compare Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans and make changes that take effect January 1, 2027.
Madison-area retirees should compare more than monthly premiums. Prescription coverage, preferred doctors, hospital networks, deductibles and out-of-pocket costs can change from one year to the next. Alabama's State Health Insurance Assistance Program offers counseling to help residents understand their choices. Families helping older relatives manage healthcare expenses may also benefit from reviewing plan information before the deadline. [Read More]
FTC Offers New Guidance for People Considering Franchise Businesses
The Federal Trade Commission published an October 19 consumer advisory explaining what prospective franchise owners should understand before investing in a franchise.
For Madison residents exploring restaurant, fitness, tutoring, cleaning or other franchise opportunities, buying into an established brand does not guarantee profitability. Prospective owners should review required financial disclosures, calculate startup and ongoing expenses, investigate franchisor claims and speak with current and former franchise owners before committing money. This is especially useful for local workers considering self-employment or a second career. [Read More]
Alabama's November Election Brings Important Absentee Voting Deadlines
Alabama's general election is Tuesday, November 3, and several voting deadlines are approaching. The deadline to register was October 19, but eligible registered voters who need an absentee ballot still have time to act.
October 27 is the deadline for election officials to receive absentee ballot applications by mail, while October 29 is the deadline to apply in person. Hand-delivered completed ballots are due November 2, and most mailed absentee ballots must arrive by noon on Election Day. Polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Madison County voters should verify their polling location, review their sample ballot and bring acceptable photo identification.
|
|
 |
Here’s a look at the 7-day weather forecast for Madison, AL: |
 |
|
 |
What does an escalator say when it stops working It just stairs. 🪄
|
|
 |
A hungry reader's guide to 12 Madison-area buffets and all-you-can-eat spots, including what to expect, where to find them and where to find more information. Read More... |
|
 |
 |
Kim's Diner, Huntsville |
Kim's Diner is a small, locally owned diner on North Memorial Parkway serving breakfast and lunch six days a week. The menu starts with familiar diner food, eggs, pancakes, omelets, sandwiches and burgers, but Kim also works in a few Korean flavors. The kimchi burger is one of the items that separates Kim's from the average breakfast-and-burger stop.
Kim herself is a big part of the restaurant. Customers regularly mention her by name and the place has the personal feel you get from an owner-run diner where the same person cooking your breakfast may also remember what you ordered last time.
Breakfast is a good place to start. Western omelets with potatoes, pancakes, French toast and breakfast sandwiches are among the dishes customers repeatedly mention. If you are coming closer to lunch, the club sandwich and burgers get plenty of attention too. The Big Brother Burger is one of the larger options while the kimchi burger adds a spicy Korean bite to an otherwise familiar diner favorite. And these burgers are huge.
Try Kim's for breakfast. Get an omelet or pancakes if you want the classic Kim's experience. If you are there for lunch, skip the plain burger and try the kimchi burger. And if you are there on specific days of the week, they got Bulgogi and Donkatsu... oh and she serves up Ramyen (Korean style ramen).
This is definitely a hidden gem! You just gotta go! Maybe tomorrow... because it's closed on Sunday.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday, 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM Sunday Closed
🌐 Website
2007 Memorial Pkwy NW, Suite MHuntsville, AL 35810
(256) 288-9925 |
|
 |
 |
|
 |
Huntsville International Airport, Redstone Army Airfield and nearby restricted airspace make drone flight planning especially important. Here's what recreational and certified pilots should check before launching. Read More... |
|
 |
Bush Overgrown? |
Doing yard work and struggle to manicure your bush. I've tried using snips and they can't get the job done. I've tried hedge trimmers but they get jammed all the time. Loppers get tiring... I get cramps using that thing. But I found something that's easy, compact and fun?!
|
If you missed last weeks sticker machine mention
And if you were lucky to get the better deal at Costco... congrats! |
|
 |
|
 |
We Want to Spotlight Your Business |
If you have a local business and would love to be featured in our newsletter, you can connect with us here.
Want more visibility to your business, add your business to our directory... FOR FREE! |
|
 |
Download Your Wallet Size Madison Memo Quick Contact Card
|
|
 |
What are you doing with your extra hour this week? We get an extra hour of sleep with the Day Light Savings ending next week Sunday.
|
Thank you for being a valued subscriber and neighbor in our community!
Don't forget to share our newsletter link with your neighbors at
We truly do appreciate ALL of your suggestions or recommendations, so please REPLY with your feedback.
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!
Thank you for your support 🙏 - Robert |
|
💡 Answer to Trivia Question: B) Native American chiefdoms and Mississippian communities occupied the region. |