Good morning, Mobile.

NASA's Artemis-2 mission launched the first crew to the moon since 1972 from Kennedy Space Center; the rocket — built at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville — honored Alabama’s space legacy including Mobile’s lunar ambition from Apollo 12.

Supporters will honor late bar co-owner Patti Naylor by joining a pet adoption fundraiser this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rear Pocket's new location (93 North Sage Avenue), with local bars accepting pet donations to carry on her legacy.

The Mobile Arts Council (in partnership with the Franklin family) will host a community block party to unveil a new mural honoring Temptations bass singer Melvin Franklin on Saturday, May 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at ILA Local 1410 (509 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.).

Local band The Red Clay Strays filmed their new music video 'Demons in Your Choir' at the Alabama School of Mathematics and Science — a historic auditorium that was once Dauphin Way Baptist Church — where students, faculty, and staff joined a live Q&A on the Nerd Alert podcast; the video is now streaming on all platforms.

Downtown Mobile will feature four iconic murals this summer at locations including Lower Dauphin and Post Downtown plus 467 Dauphin and 213 Conti; the guide invites locals to enjoy the Welcome to Mobile, Mobile Bay, Run at Sundown and Love Wins artworks and share their favorites on social media.

The University of South Alabama launched a $500M fundraising campaign called 'Where Bold Begins' to expand patient care, research and campus facilities over the next three to five years.

Donor support has already brought new technology to local hospitals.

Big Creek Lake reopened Thursday following a legal settlement, and local fishermen say they plan to keep fighting for full access under new rules that allow fishing from the bank or pier while outside boats remain prohibited — fees apply for kayak washing and boat rentals.

All of Alabama is in drought - nearly half the state sees extreme to exceptional conditions that threaten crops and water supplies amid little rainfall and rising temperatures.

Spring Hill College named alumnus John Redman as head coach of the men's basketball program, beginning immediately.

He brings over 13 years of collegiate coaching experience (including a season with Northwest Mississippi Community College) and will lead recruitment for the upcoming season.

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.

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Bay Gourmet — Adults $79.95, Children $39.95 — Enjoy a chef-curated brunch buffet with live music and bottomless mimosas to celebrate Mother's Day.

Tuck Everlasting - The Musical

7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Civic Theatre — $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students — Experience a touching tale about the choice of immortality in a heartwarming musical for the whole family.