Good morning, Mobile.

The Mobile Parks and Recreation Department will host dozens of family-friendly events in our parks throughout July to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month—this celebration marks the 40th anniversary for parks employees and will feature activities including tennis clinics, a cycling race at Langan Park, and dive-in movies at Hillsdale Community Center Pool.

Authorities searched for the pilot of a small plane that crashed into a field in Baldwin County on Friday at 10 a.m. in Elberta off Gardner Road — law enforcement and emergency crews responded but did not locate the pilot.

The Alabama Securities Commission has filed complaints to seize over $125,000 in crypto from two victims in Baldwin and Etowah counties who were tricked by fraudsters on social apps—agents say the funds are hard to recover due to rapid transfers and overseas movements.

Mobile Police arrested 21 individuals after a three-month narcotics investigation in Fourth Precinct with raids on June 24th and 25th using SWAT and K9 units — the operation included the arrest of Jamichael Abrams, who sold drugs from a home near Blessed Beginnings Child Development Center, and Brandon Osburn at King of Cutz — authorities confirmed.

Paul Brueske— a graduate student at the University of South Alabama and longtime Civil War scholar—will present his new book on the 1865 siege of Spanish Fort and the Mobile Campaign today at 1:00 p.m. at Confederate Memorial Park in Marbury, where he will explain how the two-week siege played a key role in ending the Civil War.

Beginning Tuesday, July 1, Mobile’s Neighborhood Development Department will accept applications for its Critical Repair Program to help homeowners make essential repairs—applications are available in person at the Levon C.

Manzie Neighborhood Resource Center on 110 N. Lafayette St. starting at 8 a.m., and applicants must meet income guidelines and show valid proof of residency.

Mobile produced a new youth violence prevention film for its 'You Still Have a Choice' program to show middle schoolers the serious risks of violent actions—Friday’s filming featured realistic fight scenes and blanks mimicking gunfire.

The film was developed with input from students and a child psychologist— and it will be released online next month while a local film shadow program gives young people first-hand experience.

Connie Hudson led a Mobile mayoral poll that ended yesterday—she received 36% of 4410 votes and maintained her lead among the four candidates.

Spiro Cheriogotis got 31%—Paul Prine 23% and Barbara Drummond 9% of the votes.

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.

The Bigger & Better Summer Bash

11 PM – 4 AM — 351 St Francis St, Mobile, AL — Paid venue parking — Get ready for a night filled with music, food, games, and fun at the ultimate summer party.

Forever Ozzy - Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath

7-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience a tribute to rock legends Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath in Mobile.

Dementia and Future Planning Seminar

10-11 a.m. — Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center — Free entry — Learn about legal and financial planning for dementia at this informative seminar.

Alabama Launchpad Regional Meetup: Mobile

4:30-6 p.m. — Innovation Portal — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and discover growth opportunities for your startup.

14th Annual Dauphin Street Vault

8 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Downtown Mobile Alliance — $80 early-bird registration — Experience the thrill of pole vaulting at one of the oldest street events in America.

Lettuce Celebrate Summer: Plant-Based BBQ

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Fuse Project — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Celebrate summer with delicious plant-based food and inspiring conversations about healthy living.

Pretty Tied Up (Guns N’ Roses Tribute)

8-9:30 p.m. — The Merry Widow — $23.76 — Rock out to the iconic hits of Guns N' Roses performed by tribute band Pretty Tied Up.

Port City Shoot Out Classic and Car Show

5-10 p.m. — Mobile International Speedway — Refunds available — Experience a classic car extravaganza that's sure to impress enthusiasts.