Good morning, Mobile.

West Marine filed for Chapter 11 on May 17 and confirmed plans to close 59 stores nationwide, including its Mobile location at 5004 Dauphin Island Pkwy, as it restructures its debt + aims to improve operations.

Two historic landmarks will be renovated as part of a new cultural and civil rights district near downtown; the $1.3 million project will restore a former mortuary into a Black Mardi Gras museum and revitalize the landmark law office over about 10 months.

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries urges eligible meat processors statewide to apply for USDA funding through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program — offering $60 million to boost beef processing capacity and efficiency.

Applications close Aug. 7 at 10:59 p.m. on Grants.gov.

Jackson Hospital will begin closing on July 1 if Blue Cross Blue Shield does not agree to fair reimbursement rates by June 25, as CEO John Quinlivan announced.

The hospital seeks broader state, county, and private support to avert a regional healthcare crisis.

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.

The King and Queen of Foggy Flats

7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Civic Theatre — $18 adults, $15 seniors/military/students — Enjoy a heartwarming tale of newcomers winning over a small-town community.

Jen Kober Live Show

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to laugh with Jen Kober as she brings her sharp and candid comedy rooted in real-life stories to the stage.

The Neverending Story Special Screening

7-11 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a special screening of The NeverEnding Story followed by a live Q&A with Noah Hathaway.

Mobile Bay Night of Worship 2026

7-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Experience a city-wide night of worship uniting local churches in an uplifting atmosphere.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Enjoy vinyl nights hosted by local DJs with weekly guest appearances.