Good morning, Mobile.

Last week in West Mobile, Jamey Watt discovered a 100-pound pig roaming his yard and trampling his garden.

He contacted local authorities (who said animal control cannot remove it without the owner) to seek a solution.

New renderings for a proposed sports tourism complex were unveiled last week at the Alabama Beaches Tourism Summit at Gulf State Lodge.

The project on a 111 acre plot in northeast Gulf Shores has submitted its rezoning request and PUD (Planned Unit Development) and will be reviewed on April 28.

On Friday, a triple keel authentication ceremony took place at the Birdon shipyard (Shell Belt Road) in Bayou La Batre.

Coast Guard leaders, shipbuilders and local officials celebrated the start of three new Waterway Commerce Cutters that will maintain river navigation aids and support cargo traffic around 2027 or 2028.

Coastal Alabama Community College (CACC) announced that dean Dendy Moseley received the Phi Theta Kappa International Distinguished College Administrator Award at the PTK Catalyst convention today, recognizing his commitment to student leadership and success.

On Feb. 26, nearly 200 Stapleton School students paraded around the school along a repainted red, white and blue stripe — raising almost $2K and donating extra funds to USA Health during a Celebrate America event.

University leadership dedicated the nearly 25,000 sqft Jaguar Marching Band Complex on Friday, Mar.

6 next to Hancock Whitney Stadium, funded by a $2.5 million gift, state support & private donations as the program expanded its rehearsal and storage facilities. The new space will boost recruitment and preparation for future performances.

Friends of Mobile Trees re-submitted a proposal to the Tree Commission to replant medians on Airport Boulevard between Providence Drive and Schillinger Road — an effort building on earlier success that will be reviewed on March 17.

A ribbon cutting on Monday in West Mobile opened 56 affordable apartments for seniors at Live Oak Trace at Overlook & Middle Ring Roads.

The $19.8 million development started a plan to add over 600 housing units citywide by 2028, with rental assistance available.

Former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is expected to sign a one-year deal with the Falcons as NFL free agency begins today at 4:00 p.m. eastern time & other Crimson Tide players pursue new contracts with various teams.

Wonderful Wednesday Storytime

10-11 a.m. — Theodore Oaks Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and songs that foster early literacy in children.

Stories & Songs with Brent Rader, Ben Turner & Matt Pritchard

8-10 p.m. — The People’s Room of Mobile — Tickets available — Experience an evening filled with heartfelt songs and stories from talented local musicians.

Huncho Fest

3-7 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — No entry fee — Experience the city's hottest independent artists with vibrant sounds and festival vibes.

Good Listener's Storytime

10:00-10:30 a.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration required — Engage in a world of stories, rhymes, games, and crafts designed for young children aged 3 to 7.

Badflower Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets from $69 — Catch Badflower live in Mobile for an unforgettable night of music.

Teen Takeover at the Library

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy video games, board games, crafts, and more in a vibrant teen-friendly atmosphere.

Somnia: A Film by Josie and Mitchell Robinson

6-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Tickets starting at $20.51 — Explore the surreal journey of a daughter reconnecting with her mother in dreams.

Antique Bottle Show

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Daphne Civic Center — Sales table application available — Discover unique antique bottles and connect with fellow collectors.

Mahjong Tournament for a Cause

1-5:30 p.m. — Country Club of Mobile — $400 for a table of four or $200 for a table of two — Test your skills in American mahjong while supporting a great cause.

ASCEND HBCU Technology Conference 2026

7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Bishop State Community College — Free entry — A two-day conference uniting tech leaders, HBCUs, and students for meaningful learning and networking opportunities.