Good morning, Mobile.

Toys R Us reopened at Tanger Outlets in Foley on Tuesday—customers can now visit Suite 400 and enjoy a familiar shopping experience after the store shifted to outlet mall locations following its 2018 bankruptcy filing.

According to the American Customer Satisfaction Index report released Tuesday, June 16, the Chick-fil-A in downtown Mobile, known for 11 years of top customer service, was overtaken by Jersey Mike’s Subs, which scored 84 points out of 100 and impressed customers with freshness, variety and value.

Chase Bank will open a new branch at 2400 South McKenzie Street in Foley this summer, launch a Mobile branch by year-end, and add a Daphne location early next year (with Fairhope pending); the expansion will create over 170 local jobs and support small businesses.

Fairhope is celebrating America 250 this summer with patriotic decor, free museum exhibits, and community projects — including tree planting and genealogy day — that lead to a Fourth of July concert and fireworks celebration on Saturday, July 4 at Henry George Park and the Municipal Pier.

Mobile Bay jubilees draw residents to the shoreline as shrimp, crabs and fish gather due to low oxygen conditions and spark debate over the bay's health, while state rules limit blue crab and shrimp harvests (5-gallon limits per person) to keep the tradition sustainable.

The South Alabama Land Trust has added the 298-acre Dyas Creek Nature Preserve in Bay Minette at the mouth of the Perdido River watershed—making it the largest property in its network.

The trust is seeking grant funding for a controlled burn to support native Gulf Coast habitats.

Tropical Storm Arthur formed near the Gulf Coast on Wednesday and today brings heavy rains, dangerous flash flooding, and rough surf to Mobile (flood warnings are in effect until Friday).

Local gardeners may find that their butterfly garden appears damaged — caterpillars eating host plants signal a thriving ecosystem.

Experts advise that the damage is a natural part of supporting future butterflies via native plants like milkweed.

Little Debbie will soon offer Fudge Round Creme Pies with a vanilla sweet creme twist, while Scooter’s Coffee launches Cosmic Brownies Latte and Cosmic Brownies Crème Cold Brew (available today for a limited time) at local stores.

Ryan Coleman-Williams, a Crimson Tide wide receiver, is set to graduate at 19 this December and was praised for his leadership at the First Light Community of Mobile Football Preview Dinner held at the Mitchell Center on Tuesday, June 16—his commitment to the team remains strong.

Due to Mardi Gras affecting local lodging and convention space, the Panini Senior Bowl will shift from its Jan.

31 schedule to Jan. 30 next year at Hancock Whitney Stadium (USAC campus) in Mobile, and use full NFL coaching staffs for this one edition before returning to a blended format.

Austin Mack, a former Washington backup with three years in the system, remains in contention to start as Alabama’s quarterback amid a competitive race with Keelon Russell, who impressed at A Day with high numbers + the coaching staff is set to evaluate both players further as practices continue.

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.

An Evening with Hanan Browning

8-10 p.m. — The People’s Room of Mobile — $20 — Experience genre-blending sounds from Hanan Browning alongside talented musicians John Hamilton and Ross Graham.

Fourth of July Celebration: America's 250th Anniversary

5:30-9:30 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Free admission — Celebrate with live music, food trucks, games, and a spectacular fireworks show.