Good morning, Mobile.

Local landscaper Steven Moore has not stopped mowing lawns in the summer heat despite owing $10,000 on his prosthetic leg from a hit-and-run accident three years ago.

Community members have stepped in by gifting him a leaf blower + a zero-turn mower to help him work more easily and pay off his debt.

Mobile Police Department is searching for a missing person after a boating accident occurred on June 15 in Mobile — the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the incident.

A Fairhope man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the killing of his mother and injuring his father after deputies responded to a domestic incident on Dominion Drive around 11 p.m. Saturday, June 14—he fled the scene and was later pursued on Interstate-65, with the chase ending in Escambia County.

Late Saturday night, a domestic dispute on Dominion Drive near Fairhope left one person dead and one seriously injured as officers found two injured residents and suspect Ryan Thomas Smith fled before an I-65 chase ended in Escambia County using the Grappler System, and he is now held without bond on murder and attempted murder charges.

Bestselling Alabama author Andy Andrews holds live podcast sessions at his Orange Beach bookstore — Wisdom Harbour General Studios & General Store — on The Wharf where he engages fans, signs books, and shares travel stories.

Visitors can call ahead to confirm the schedule as sessions start at 12:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Laylah Willett graduated from Foley High School on May 20—twelve years after she was rescued from a 35 foot well when she was 6, and she still treasures the doll given to her by a local youth pastor for comfort.

She plans to attend Coastal Alabama Community College and hopes to become a meteorologist or special ed teacher while enjoying summer with her family and her dog Saban.

Painted buntings with bright blue heads and red bodies arrived in Alabama around April and are breeding this summer before many migrate south in the fall—birders are advised to listen for their melodic calls when using white millet at feeders.

The secretive birds hide in thick vegetation near backyards and abandoned lots, making each sighting a special find for local nature enthusiasts.

Attorney General Steve Marshall said Alabama joined a $7.4 billion nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family to help fund addiction treatment and prevention across the state.

If bankruptcy court approves the deal, state and local governments will receive up to $75 million over the next 15 years — most funds arriving in the first three years.

Southern Shells—a hidden seafood spot inside Greer’s CashSaver on Grand Bay Wilmer Road—serves steamed shrimp and crab dishes prepared with local seafood that draw diners from far beyond the area.

The family-run venture opened in March after converting an old burger outlet and now offers combo plates that highlight the natural flavors of the sea.

Juneteenth Behind-the-Scenes Collection Tours

10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. — History Museum of Mobile — $15-$20 — Explore the vault and discover African American contributions to Mobile's rich history.

Second Annual Mobile Bay Street Rod Nationals

5-10 p.m. — The Grounds — Check website for entry details — Celebrate classic cars with enthusiasts from across the U.S. and Canada.

Killer Beaz's Outrageously Funny Clean Comedy Show

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Revive Church — Proceeds benefit Ryan's Refuge — Experience the legendary clean comedy of Killer Beaz in Mobile, Alabama.

Open House Event

2-4 p.m. — 6209 Waterbridge Ave — Free entry — Explore the best neighborhoods in Mobile during this open house event showcasing local charm.

68th Annual Distinguished Young Women National Finals Community Night

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Experience a showcase of local talent and get a preview of the National Finals shows.

Distinguished Young Women National Finals

7-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Witness the talent and grace of young women from across the nation competing in this prestigious event.

The 2025 General Assembly of The Church Of The Living God International

8 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Experience ten days of worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal at this dynamic assembly.

Half Day Meditation Retreat with Monk Choo

8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Meditation Center of Alabama — Donation-based — Experience tranquility and self-discovery through guided meditation with skilled instructors.

24-Hour Polaris Slingshot Adventure

24 hours — Continental Battery Sales & Service — Rental Fee — Explore Mobile in a thrilling Polaris Slingshot with a customized itinerary.

Fourth of July Celebration

6-9:30 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, games, and a dazzling fireworks display.