Good morning, Mobile.

Guncles Gluten Free on Government Street in Mobile is nominated for USA Today’s Best Gluten Free Bakery award & fans can vote once per day until Monday, Sept.

14 at 11AM central. The nomination builds on past wins in 2023, 2025, and a second-place finish in 2024.

Arron Green and The McPherson's will headline “Double Helping,” a one-night gospel concert set for Aug.

29 at Pleasant View Baptist Church in Foley – the show will begin at 6 p.m. and include a love offering.

The Hope Farm will host the Art of Mixology Eastern Shore Bartender’s Championship on Sept.

10 from 6 to 9 p.m. (tickets $75) and Stepping into Burgundy wine class on Sept. 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. (tickets $50), offering cocktail competition, wine tastings, and bite pairings.

Fairhope held its first public meeting on Tuesday to discuss creating an independent city school system, where 81% of survey respondents and multiple speakers defended the current Baldwin County setup amid concerns over high taxes and risks for student programs (next meetings are planned for Aug. 23 and Sept. 9).

A manatee found dead near Orange Beach on Sunday, Aug.

16 was suspected of being hit by a boat near Wolf Bay. Officials urged boaters to keep a safe distance from marine wildlife (50 feet minimum) as the necropsy revealed deep lacerations and internal injuries.

A survey by Cashback Loans shows nearly half of locals reduced grocery spending over the past year to save money, while many also cut subscriptions and social outings to cover daily expenses.

Gardening expert Kitti Cooper advises local gardeners to start seed-starting fall vegetables and heat-tolerant greens in late summer - planning must include soil preparation with compost and mulch to boost yields when fall arrives.

Football season will begin soon and local tailgaters can stay cool with easy dips that include recipes for a touchdown dip with smoked sausage, a fresh corn & avocado dip, and Texas-style pimento and cheese served on saltine crackers.

These recipes are budget-friendly and perfect for game day gatherings.

Saraland's Spartans (record 54 to 4) have made four straight state championship appearances since 2022.

Coach Kelly said the team is focused on improving its running game as it prepares for the Blue Map championship in Mobile this December.

National coverage follows private school football as Battle Ground Academy travels from Franklin to Fairhope & faces St. Michael Catholic at 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Gunner Rivers of St. Michael eyes a state record while Bo Bryan makes his first varsity start.

Week 1 of high school football in Mobile kicks off with a key Friday game at 7 p.m. in Semmes as Saraland faces Mary G.

Montgomery (facing eligibility challenges after AHSAA probation and a coaching change) while several rival matchups are set to spark local excitement.

Snook Christian Academy's Eagles return to 11-man football and will play in the AHSAA, with their first home game scheduled for Friday, Sept.

4, followed by a homecoming on Oct. 2. A new on-campus stadium — completed after three years of planning — boosts the program as it welcomes players.