Good morning, Mobile.

Fairhope’s revived May Day celebration will take place on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the historic Anna T.

Jeanes School property on Twin Beech Road (rain date May 9) and will feature a maypole dance, live music, and family activities that honor a deep community legacy.

Alexia Jayy—Mobile County mom and winner of season 29 of The Voice—released her first single, 'Rent Free,' on Friday when she performed on NBC's Today Show.

The soulful track, co-written with Eric Gales, marks her debut release since her victory.

Amtrak will celebrate the Mardi Gras Service’s 100,000th passenger on Tuesday morning with certificates and mementos at both Mobile and New Orleans stations; the service, which began last August, has already generated $2.4 million in ticket revenue (and $326,700 in onboard sales).

Mobile officials are moving forward with a $6.3 million plan to build a new animal shelter + city council members will soon vote to approve the contract, enhancing local animal care services.

Rally Gulf Coast’s 8th annual Rally On the Runway raised $729,290 for childhood cancer research on March 26 at Brownsville Community Center — bringing together community leaders, celebrity guests, and Rally Kids in a fashion show that celebrated resilience and inspired hope.

Governor Kay Ivey signed a law in March that requires insurers to cover follow-up breast cancer screenings after abnormal mammograms, prompted by Rep. Frances Holk-Jones nearly missing her routine test for a football game.

Health advocates expect the law to reduce costly barriers to early detection.

Orange Beach softball earned a unanimous No. 1 ranking across all national polls this week, and tops state polls as well.

The Lady Makos, with a 30-1 record and a 45-game winning streak before last week’s loss to South Warren, are chasing a sixth state title.

A new women’s tackle football team built a roster in 45 days and will face the veteran Carolina Tigers today in Mobile.

The Alabama Stings are hosting a youth camp for children with autism and invite local residents to join this family effort.

Eric Johnson Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of mesmerizing guitar skills and soulful vocals from Eric Johnson.

Little River Band Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying music with the iconic Little River Band as they perform their timeless hits.

Mobile County Earth Day 2026

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Chickasabogue Park — Free admission — Celebrate our planet with live music, local food, crafts, and earth-friendly fun.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-10 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Rediscover vinyl with DJ Hot Lobster and DJ RyJohn playing records all night long.

Friends of the Mobile Public Library Book Sale 2026

9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Grounds — Affordable prices — Discover thousands of used books and support the Mobile Public Library.

Public Works Project Presents: FOSTER by Claire Keegan

2-3 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free admission — Experience a poignant story of a child's summer in rural Ireland, filled with emotional depth.

Beginners' Computer Literacy Class

10-11 a.m. — Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration recommended — Enhance your computer skills with classes on Microsoft applications and more.

Clue Crew

4-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Unleash your inner detective with scavenger hunts, puzzles, and mystery-themed crafts.

Curren$Y Live in Mobile

7-9:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Ticket prices may vary — Experience an electrifying night as Curren$Y lights up the stage in his hometown.

Blues Traveler Concert

6-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets available — Experience the signature blend of bluesy rock and soulful grooves with Blues Traveler.