Good morning, Mobile.

Mobile Makerspace will hold a public open house on September 27 from noon to 6 p.m. Visitors will join facility tours and live demos on 3D printing, woodworking, sewing, and electronics—offering a first look at its tools and future projects.

For Derylyn Lovince's birthday, her husband surprised her with an Amtrak ticket from New Orleans to Mobile and they arrived ahead of schedule on Thursday morning.

Amtrak reported 6,700 passengers in 15 days of Mardi Gras service and will add a coach car with 62 extra seats on several future weekends—such as during Saints game weekends—to meet growing demand.

A Mobile billboard along St. Stephen’s Road stirred anger after showing two Black clowns and a message that some thought was political.

Michael Lewis said on Sept. 10 that the ad is for a comedy show celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Laugh, Love, Live—set for Oct. 12 at Black Wolf Event Hall in Prichard.

At Perdido Beach Resort on Aug.

9, the Makos Academics, Arts — Athletics Club held its sixth annual Gala that raised over $50,000 for Orange Beach City Schools, with $27,344 coming from a silent auction and additional funds from ticket sales and sponsorships. The sold-out event honored community leaders and will support scholarships and classroom programs.

On Aug. 14, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management ordered Wilkes Construction Company Inc. to stop work on an Elberta subdivision after inspectors found stormwater runoff carrying sediment into Moccasin Bayou.

Baldwin County officials said the project falls under Elberta’s control while experts warn that heavy rains from rapid growth can overwhelm drainage systems (stormwater may soon raise flood risks).

On Tuesday, September 16 at noon, candidates Barbara Drummond and Spiro Cheriogotis will face off in a mayoral debate—hosted by AL.com and sponsored by AARP—at Mobile Hub on Dauphin Street as they prepare for the Sept.

23 runoff. The debate will be broadcast live on YouTube and Facebook so voters can hear their visions for Mobile.

Two separate Mobile County election challenges have forced candidates to pay legal bonds: Lorenzo Martin in Prichard paid $10,000 to contest the count of 13 provisional ballots, and Councilman William Carroll paid $25,000 to question residency requirements for Samantha Ingram in District 2. Martin argues that the delayed delivery of ballots from a senior center was unfair — while Carroll’s case focuses on verifying eligibility ahead of the runoff.

Dr. Rahul Gupta, the first physician to serve as director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, will headline the Reimagining Opioid Abatement Conference in Mobile on Oct.

22nd with a keynote titled 'The Opposite of Addiction is Community'—he will present new ideas on how local groups can work to reduce opioid misuse.

The Africatown Plateau Pacers will host their third annual community health fair Fall into Good Health tomorrow from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Robert Hope Community Center — residents can receive free health screenings and wellness tips.

A free baby and maternity expo is coming to Mobile Convention Center on Saturday, September 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — the event will let new and expecting parents connect with various businesses and resources with guidance from USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital.

G&D Farms Outdoor Expo

Noon-8 p.m. & 10 a.m.-8 p.m. & 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — The Grounds — $10 adults, $4 youth (10-17), kids free — Explore outdoor gear and enjoy archery competitions and local vendors.

Mobile Babypalooza Baby Expo

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Free entry — A fun-filled day connecting expectant parents with essential resources and community support.

After School Program Week 7

3-6 p.m. — Hot Wheels Skate Center — Cost included — Enjoy transportation from school, snack, homework assistance, and various fun activities.

Annual Meeting and Environmental Stewardship Awards

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa — Free for PEP members — Celebrate 25 years of environmental achievements and stewardship.

Pure Prairie League Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of timeless Americana and soulful New Orleans funk with Pure Prairie League.

South Alabama Comic Con

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Tickets from $29.08 to $45.30 — Experience a weekend of comics, cosplay, and gaming with special guests and panels.

Alabama State Senior Open

Date Range: Tue, Sep 30 – Wed, Oct 1 — Azalea City Golf Course — Participation fees apply — Compete against peers in a prestigious golf event.

2025 Senior Expo in Mobile

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Grounds — Free entry — Explore a range of resources and activities tailored for senior lifestyles.

Mob City Western Truckers Ball

8 PM – 2 AM — The Locale — Ticket required — Experience Mobile’s wildest trucker party with live music and free food.

Dauphin Street Beer Fest

1-4 p.m. — T.P. Crockmiers — $1 off Bushwackers — Sample a variety of craft brews and enjoy a special Smoked Bacon Cheeseburger from Moe's Original Bar B Que.