Good morning, Mobile.

City Donut in Orange Beach was named one of the best beach doughnut spots in the South by Southern Living.

The locally owned shop serves yeast and cake doughnuts plus ice cream and boba teas (open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.).

Scientists at the Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo on Dauphin Island sampled swordfish to study their migration and growth - the research may reveal the fish's age and origin.

The event finished on Sunday and the QCS Marine Awards Ceremony is set for today at 6 p.m. at The Grounds.

Mobile-area high schools have announced new coaching hires ahead of the 2026-2027 season, including Faith Academy's appointment of former Spring Hill College coach Karen McConico for girls basketball, UMS-Wright's hiring of Susan Shaw-Douberly for volleyball, and Elberta naming Jason Barnett for football plus Britain Murphy for baseball.

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.