Good morning, Mobile.

Firefighter recruits walked over 100 dogs at Mobile Animal Services today to enrich the dogs for adoption — the shelter is preparing a new facility along I-65 Service Road, with leaders urging the public to adopt or volunteer.

Semmes Fire Chief Kevin Brooks passed away last night following a courageous battle with cancer+ he served the community for many years and leaves a lasting legacy among his fellow firefighters.

Baldwin Preparatory Academy in Loxley (a model for career tech schools) is launching innovative programs that offer dual enrollment with Coastal Alabama Community College and hands-on training in fields like welding and healthcare; the school will help fill local job openings fueled by record economic growth.

St. Michael Catholic announced that Grace Austin, currently finishing her exercise science degree at Austin Peay State University, will join the Cardinals this fall as a health & PE teacher and varsity volleyball coach, bringing five years of coaching experience.

A bill passed by the Legislature created the Alabama Seagrass Restoration Task Force to study and restore coastal seagrass, which supports marine life.

The task force will hold its first meeting Jan. 1, 2027, pending Gov. Kay Ivey's signature.

A bill to pause large-scale solar farm projects for one year passed committee review and will receive a full Senate vote to study environmental impacts amid community concerns about a proposed project in Stockton, with lawmakers excluding the TVA region to protect operations near Redstone Arsenal.

City officials and RAM Hotels broke ground in Spanish Fort on two new hotels (TownePlace Suites by Marriott and Tru by Hilton) in the eastern corridor on Wednesday.

Construction is underway and the Tru is set to open in October.

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.

The Magic Flute

7:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. — The Temple Downtown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting blend of comedy and mysticism in Mozart's timeless opera.