Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Thursday, Jan. 24: 

1. In case you missed it: The city of Melrose unveiled a POW/MIA Chair of Honor this week at City Hall. Check out our video coverage from the event.

2. Frigid temps: Temperatures will peak in the upper teens during the day before dipping to a low of around 3 at night, according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose. Wind chill values are likely to be about -11, according to the forecast.

3. Get your widgets! Are you a fan of widgets? Check out this one!

4. Open mic night at Ab Fab: Sign-up starts at 7 p.m. Thursday and music kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at Absolutely Fabulous in Melrose.

5. Commuter info: Want traffic updates or gas prices in the Melrose region? Take a gander at our Commute section for information.

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