Good morning, Mobile.

This month, the Mobile Bay area hosts Pride celebrations including a hard seltzer launch, panel discussion, art class, drag brunch, and festival at venues like Great Day Latte, Flip Side, and Government St starting June 11 through June 20.

Organizers include Prism United and Black Butterfly Collective.

Evonik Industries has updated its plant expansion in South Mobile County—now set at $380 million—due to inflation, design delays, and rising material and labor costs, yet did not request extra tax incentives.

The facility to produce methyl mercaptan will open November 30.

The Mobile Arts Council announced the inaugural MobTown Mural Festival, a two day event where local artists will create vibrant murals on downtown walls and 4x4 cubes from Sept.

12 — 13 in Mobile. Organizers will share more details, including the artist line-up and mural locations, in the coming months.

State officials announced that families with school-aged children can receive a one-time $120 payment per child to help cover grocery costs during summer break.

Families are automatically enrolled if they receive SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid — others may apply by Aug. 15.

Mobile Airport Authority announced that Perimeter Road will close to through traffic from Monday, June 15 to Friday, Oct.

23 for roundabout construction at the new international airport entrance at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley—drivers can use detours via Gatotkoco Drive, Dauphin Island Parkway, and Michigan Avenue.

Lifeguards, dive teams, Marine police and coastal resource members held an emergency water response drill yesterday at Orange Beach, practicing rescues, CPR and water-first aid under rough conditions.

Thirty+ participants planned a similar drill for spring next year, officials said.

Troy baseball opens the College World Series at Charles Schwab Field on Friday, June 12 at 1 p.m. against West Virginia while Alabama plays Oklahoma at 2 p.m. Saturday; both games are on ESPN & a best-of-three championship series begins on Saturday, June 20.

St. Michael Catholic is tentatively set to host Battle Ground Academy on Aug.

22 in Fairhope at 1:30 p.m. (sources said), marking a high-profile season opener that may air nationally with coach Philip Rivers and standout quarterback Gunner Rivers.

Marcus Monroe Standup Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a high-energy comedy show filled with awkward yet entertaining banter from award-winning comedian Marcus Monroe.

Complimentary Salsa Lessons with Israel Rodriguez

6-7 PM — Las Floriditas — Free entry — Enjoy complimentary salsa lessons with live music in a lively atmosphere.

On-Site @ LODA Artwalk

6-9 p.m. — Cathedral Square — Free entry — Enjoy local art and music while learning about free genetic testing for Alabama adults.

Mobile Lemon Drop Festival

4-10 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Cost not specified — A unique cocktail celebration featuring a signature twist on the classic lemon drop.

Summer Cooking Camp - Greece and the U.S.

2-5 p.m. — Dumas Wesley Community Center — $195 — Explore global cuisine and enhance cooking skills with engaging activities for kids.

Crescent Comedy Open Mic

7-11 p.m. — Crescent Theater — $5 at the door — Enjoy a night of laughs at this local comedy showcase with limited spots available.

Martin Phillips Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Local favorites — Martin Phillips brings his rapidly rising stand-up comedy to the Crescent Theater for an evening of laughter.

Leon Maisel Author Signing

1-3 p.m. — Page & Palette — Free entry — Enjoy coffee or wine while getting your book signed by the author of Normandy, Echoes in Blood.

Ify Nwadiwe Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Ify Nwadiwe's big personality and sharp timing in a night of laughs.

Distinguished Young Women Community Night

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with participants and winners from the Gulf Coast Talent Showcase.