Good morning, Mobile.

Alabama Power uses its weather tool SPEAR (storm planning, ETR, and reporting) to predict outages and send crews ahead of severe storms for faster power restoration for its 1.6 million customers.

Updated twice a year with 10 years of data, the system helps the company prepare across its service area.

Gun suppressor sales in Mobile are booming after a $200 tax was removed early this year and a federal judge eased some registration requirements (customers now get Form 4 approvals in days rather than months).

MOJO celebrates 25 years with a Jazz JamFest set for Monday, Sept.

28 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Cedar Street Social Club Complex downtown, featuring headliners Roman Street & a second line parade by the Excelsior Band along with local vendor offerings.

Alabama’s new My Outdoor Alabama license system goes live Monday, Aug.

24, changing how hunters and anglers manage licenses for the 2026-2027 season (users must update profiles and re-enter payment details).

Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thu, Aug.

20 that more than $52 million in GoMESA funds will support 20 coastal projects aimed at improving water quality, boating access, and parks in Magnolia Springs + Bay Minette + Fairhope.

A familiar building on Cottage Hill and Azalea roads is being transformed into Barx Parx Mobile, a members-only indoor dog park where dogs can play off-leash and owners enjoy a beer + wine.

Franchise owner Jonathan Rayner said the park will open in roughly three months, pending permits.

Gulf Shores defeated visiting Parklane Academy on Friday night in a season opener marked by standout plays from sophomore quarterback Major Hudspeth and wide receiver Carter Davis + Parklane’s Kardez Copeland kept the visitors in contention.

The Dolphins will host St. Pauls on Friday, Aug. 28 at home.

In Friday night’s season opener at Grider Stadium, No. 2 ranked Saraland beat Mary G.

Montgomery 33-14 with quarterback Jamison Roberts throwing for 231 yards and scoring twice on the ground (a key fumble near halftime helped secure the win).

Local high school teams scored shutouts in Friday night games as Williamson, Satsuma, Clarke County and Mobile Christian dominated their opponents.

Coaches noted impressive plays, with Williamson's debut quarterback Thaddeus Wilder, Satsuma’s 152-yard rusher Evan Bell and Mobile Christian’s Israel Benard leading wins.

Baldwin County high schools have released full varsity football schedules for 2026, outlining game dates and special events for teams from Daphne to Bayshore Christian (covering both public and private schools).

Readers can review the updated list for complete details.