Good morning, Mobile.

The Original Oyster House (on the Causeway in Spanish Fort) hosted its 19th annual Never Forget Lunch on Tuesday, Sept.

15 to honor first responders and law enforcement in remembrance of 9/11.

From Enterprise, teen Jaiden Bloodworth leads an All the Same Alabama drive that collected 15,000 bottles of water over the summer, making 11 stops including Mobile.

His team will deliver more supplies to first responders in Sylacauga before starting hygiene drives for shelters in October.

Mobile will host Greek Fest 2026 from Oct.

15 to Oct. 17, a cashless festival with free admission featuring Greek dance shows, church tours, live music, vendors, and a food drive-up tent offering gyros, lamb shank, and pastries (including items from Hellas Bakery in Tarpon Springs).

Fairhope was named one of the South's 9 most scenic towns for 2026 by WorldAtlas, citing its bluff-top views, Weeks Bay Reserve & historic Grand Hotel.

The coastal town’s recognition highlights its enduring charm and vibrant heritage.

Grammy winner CeeLo Green will headline MoonPie Over Mobile on Dec.

31, joining Symone French + Jukebox Brass Band for a free New Year’s Eve concert downtown. The event will usher in 2027 with live music for all.

The University of South Alabama enrolled 14,157 students this fall (a decrease of 128), marking its third straight year with enrollments over 14,000; administrators remain pleased as they track steady progress and improvements such as the new on-campus apartment complex built for about 1,000 students.

Alabama's football team struggled early with turnovers but rallied in the second half to win 45+17 over Kentucky.

The Crimson Tide will face Florida State on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC as they aim to build on this comeback victory.

Foley, a 2-2 team, will host Baker (also 2-2) at Ivan Jones Stadium this Friday at 7 p.m. in a district game that could set the tone for both teams before a bye week.