Good morning, Mobile.

Local business owner Unice Woodard faces delays opening her planned nightclub on Wilson Avenue after an incomplete plumbing job resulted in a $700 water bill despite no water usage — she has reached out to Prichard Water and Sewer for answers.

Baldwin County Public Schools announced that for the 2026-2027 school year, all students will receive free breakfast and lunch through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) with no application needed.

The program follows USDA guidelines to offer healthy meals and support student learning.

The South Alabama Land Trust will manage fees from developers for endangered beach mouse habitat—partnering with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finance additional dune preservation—and aims to stabilize coastal ecosystems.

Alabama’s 21st annual back-to-school sales tax holiday begins Friday at 12:01 a.m. and runs through Sunday, exempting school supplies, clothes (up to $156), books (up to $47) and computers (up to $1,173) according to the Alabama Retail Association.

Over 300 counties, including Mobile, will waive local sales tax.

Health officials report an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak has sickened 843 people across 31 states since May 1 and led to 86 hospitalizations, but no cases have been recorded locally so residents are advised to thoroughly wash or cook fresh produce to reduce infection risk.

Perdido Key and Dauphin Island were featured on Travel and Leisure’s list of the '11 Best Barrier Islands in the U.S.' The islands are a short drive from Mobile (45 min for Dauphin Island and 1 hr for Perdido Key) and offer outdoor fun like birdwatching and paddleboarding.

Chick-fil-A brings back its free food promotion today by offering a free entree to customers wearing cow costumes at participating locations from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. — the event marks the restaurant's return to Cow Appreciation Day since 2019.

South Alabama is projected to finish sixth in the Sun Belt West Division in 2026 following a coaches' poll announced Monday (31 poll points) after a 4-8 season in 2025.

The Jaguars will open their season at home on Sept. 5 versus Southeastern Louisiana.

Troy football is predicted to win the Sun Belt West Division championship in 2026 after coaches gave them (12 of 14) first-place votes, and the Trojans will open at home on Sept.

5 against Sam Houston.

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.

Culture Fest 2026 Vendors

1-5 p.m. — Africatown Heritage House — Free entry — Celebrate community and culture with engaging activities at this vibrant fest.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Enjoy a night of vinyl records with DJ Hot Lobster and DJ RyJohn spinning tracks.

Books & Plant Bingo Night

7-9 p.m. — Oyster City Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a night of bingo with books and plants, perfect for bookworms and plant lovers alike.

Huncho Fest Summer Bash

3-7 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — An afternoon filled with live performances, DJs, comedy, vendors, and more fun.