Good morning, Mobile.

City leaders and local seniors celebrated the opening of the John E.

King Senior Center in Hillsdale on Thursday (6024 Lorma Road), which provides a space for socializing, activities and hot meals through the SAIL program while honoring King’s longtime community work.

Bayside Academy cut the ribbon on its new turf playing surface at Freedom Track & Field on campus Thursday at 11 a.m. built with Warner Athletic & local donations, the field now supports sports teams, physical education, and outdoor classes.

A sentinel chicken monitored by the Mobile County Health Department tested positive for West Nile virus in the 36613 area (including Chickasabogue Park), confirming the virus is circulating.

The health department will intensify mosquito control efforts, spraying and door-to-door surveys, advising residents to use EPA-approved repellent and cover standing water.

Twenty-three restaurants will open for special Labor Day dining on Monday, Sept.

7. Locations include Mobile, Spanish Fort, Fairhope and Orange Beach with each venue offering varied hours to serve guests throughout the day + plenty of choices for local food lovers.

Helena beat defending state champion Moody 28-14 at Moody on Thursday, Aug.

27. Quarterback Caleb Soreano threw four touchdown passes & coach Richie Busby praised his team's effort, and Helena will play Pelham next while Moody travels to face third-ranked Alexandria.

ESPN will premiere the six-episode Nick Saban documentary series on Thursday, Oct.

8 at 5 p.m. Central; the series features interviews and never-before-seen footage that trace his journey from early coaching days to national championships.

Four lighted, sodded fields, a new restroom/concession building, and 300 parking spaces were opened today at Mobile County Sportsplex Soccer Complex near Interstates 10 and 65.

The nearly $11.7 million expansion boosts local league practices and regional tournaments — fueling community sports.

On Wednesday, the AHSAA Central Board upheld sanctions on Mary G.

Montgomery High School, barring its football team from postseason play and suspending head coach Zach Golson following recruiting violations. The board also denied an eligibility appeal from Prattville High School.