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In today's newsletter:

  • How Madison County's new $10M courthouse plan affects you.
  • See which bands took top honors at Madison's big competition.
  • See how Madison's food scene stacks up against 180 U.S. cities.

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Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 87 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 91, low: 65.
  • Thursday: Hot with lots of sun, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Madison County Commission approves FY27 budget, advances $10 million courthouse renovation (256today.com) — Madison County has approved its 2027 budget, including major funding for public safety, road work, and a $10 million renovation of the former federal courthouse that will serve residents across the county, including Madison. Commissioners also renewed inmate healthcare with added mental health support, finished a key intersection upgrade, and greenlit nearly 200 new subdivision lots that will shape future growth.
   

2. North Alabama high school bands compete at Rocket City Marching Invitational (waff.com) — Madison hosted some of North Alabama's top high school bands at the Rocket City Marching Invitational, filling Madison City Stadium with halftime shows and friendly competition. Local groups like Bob Jones and James Clemens joined visiting bands as judges awarded grand champion honors to Sparkman High School and recognized several other schools for standout performances.
   

3. Madison Is the 53rd-Best City for Foodies, New Study Finds (newsadvance.com) — Madison just ranked 53rd in the nation for foodies, highlighting the city's mix of affordable groceries, accessible restaurants, and food-focused amenities. The WalletHub study compared more than 180 U.S. cities across 28 metrics, underscoring how Madison's dining scene stacks up nationally for residents who love to eat out or cook at home.
   

4. These are Alabama's largest elementary schools (al.com) — New state enrollment data shows MidTown Elementary in Madison had the fastest-growing student population among Alabama elementary schools, jumping 6.5% in a single year. The report highlights how rapid growth in Madison County and nearby Limestone County contrasts with enrollment declines elsewhere, raising questions about future classroom space and resources for local families.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • If you haven't tried them for brunch, try them.
    It's very good. Everything we've tried. We've loved…. every bite (Nextdoor The Arbors)
  • Do you want to help others by working in public health?
    You can connect with your local recruiter and explore your options: alabamapublichealth.gov/employment/recruiters.html. (Nextdoor )
  • Papa John's posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Madison. Apply here.
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Online Grocery Pick-Up Clerk in Madison. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Madison here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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