Good morning, Mobile.

City leaders are moving forward with waterfront improvements, approving a 90-day study for a public marina and a $14 million phase at Brookley by the Bay park with an early 2028 opening, while River Walk Plaza and bayfront projects are in planning.

This September, Mobile Public Library invites community members to sign up for a free library card at its eleven branches (and online) to access books, streaming media, free classes, and other community events.

The card offers access to academic and job resources, supporting lifelong learning.

Baldwin County Commission warns property owners and professionals involved in planning & zoning that scam emails may be using case numbers and public details to request permit payments.

The commission advises using only its official CitizenServe Portal or in-person visits for payment and contacting them to verify any questionable requests.

Mobile’s dessert scene gets sweeter today as Melt n Drizzle (opened Aug.

28 at 330 S University Blvd) and Real Fruit Creamery (now open at 518 Dauphin St) serve fresh treats while Zaaki Ice Cream will debut soon on 7449 Airport Blvd.

Keelon Russell, hailed for a memorable practice throw that impressed top receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams last year, will make his debut as starting quarterback for the Crimson Tide on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium against East Carolina at 11 a.m. CT, with support from Coleman-Williams & Lotzeir Brooks.

Foley (1-1) and Fairhope (1-1) will clash at W.C.

Majors Field Friday at 7 p.m. as both teams ride momentum from recent bounce-back wins into key district play.

Friday night, Orange Beach head coach Wade Waldrop will face the Vigor Wolves at Makos Stadium (both teams stand at 2-0) as his squad readies itself for a tough challenge against a contender known for strong defense and explosive offense.