Good morning, Mobile.

At Tanger Outlets Foley, Buckle and a Toys R Us pop-up shop have opened as part of a multi-phase renovation of this 555,000 sqft center.

The new retailers, located near Old Navy + Torrid, join over 100 national brands as crews upgrade exteriors and add new dining and gathering spaces.

Professor Wanda Sullivan at Spring Hill College was awarded a $7,500 visual arts fellowship from the Alabama State Council on the Arts for her Midtown oil paintings (she is the only Gulf Coast representative among 23 winners) and leads the Eichold Gallery as its director.

Juvenile and Webbie will headline HBCU Fest on Friday, Oct.

2 at Ladd-Peebles Stadium as part of Gulf Coast Challenge weekend. General admission tickets cost $55 and include concert admission when purchasing a game ticket (featuring Alabama A&M versus Jackson State on Saturday, Oct. 3).

An Alabama veteran's dog tag, found in France after more than 100 years, will be presented to his family at the Bastille Day Reception on July 13 at 6 p.m. in Atlanta — this honor marks a long-lost piece of our local history.

Young Washington debuts in Alabama theaters today for its nationwide Independence Day release and the 250th anniversary of America’s founding.

Birmingham-born Jon Erwin directs the film about George Washington's early struggles to lead (starring William Franklyn-Miller and renowned actors).

After heavy tropical rains, Mobile Bay’s rivers flush large amounts of freshwater into the Gulf, creating plumes visible from space.

University of South Alabama scientists say these plumes boost fish activity at the edges while limiting oxygen in deeper water (lasting several days).

Mobile County dedicated Liberty Park on July 1 to launch America 250 events downtown for the nation's anniversary.

The county transformed an unused Government Plaza courtyard into a public space funded through the American Rescue Plan Act + now hosts live music and family activities.

Utz Quality Foods recalled select flavors of Zapp’s and Dirty chips in April after a seasoning ingredient may have contained salmonella; the FDA today upgraded the recall to Class 1 (its highest risk) and advises local consumers to discard any affected products.

Former Alabama golfer Davis Riley recorded his first PGA Tour hole-in-one during the first round of the John Deere Classic on Thursday, June 2 at TPC Deere Run in Silvis (Ill) and followed it with an eagle on the 17th green to finish at 6-under par.

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.

Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland

7-9:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets from $55 — Witness a spectacular blend of Irish dance and music in this epic exploration of Ireland's ancient origins.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Check calendar for guest DJ lineup — Dive into vinyl nostalgia with local DJs spinning the records you love.

Andy Gross Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of laughter with comedian, magician, and ventriloquist Andy Gross.

CRYRS Concert

9:00 PM — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of CRYRS live in Mobile.

Oddities Market

Afternoon — Slurp Society Asian Eats & Drinks — Free entry — Enjoy drinks, food, and local vendors showcasing art and unique wares in a vibrant indoor market.

Crescent Comedy Open Mic

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Tickets starting at $5 — Experience a lively showcase of talent with 16 comedians performing quick-fire sets.

Unlock Alabama Builder Celebration

9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Innovation Portal — RSVP required — Celebrate innovation and creativity with workshops, networking, and a showcase of local builders' projects.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Dive into vinyl vibes with local DJs and special guest appearances each week.

Gulf Coast Ethnic & Heritage Jazz Festival

Three nights — The Temple Downtown — Ticket information not specified — A vibrant celebration of music, poetry, and culture in Downtown Mobile.