Good morning, Mobile.

At Mardi Gras Park on Saturday evening, the Hispanic American Business Association of the Gulf Coast hosted Mobile Latin Fest to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and raise funds for local scholarships.

The event featured lively music, dancing + traditional Latin food that drew a diverse crowd from the Gulf Coast.

Robert C. Morgan, a retired local reporter, has released his new book 'Praying in the Pine Straw' through the University of Alabama Press.

The book tells the story of old camp meetings using newspaper articles and family letters — a look that honors his late mother and shows how local faith shaped early history.

Hatch launched its 12-week Music Accelerator, an immersive program that combines music, technology, and entrepreneurship to improve the Gulf Coast’s creative economy—participants receive studio time, mentorship, and training to create market-ready releases.

The program expects to generate over $1 million in new revenue and double local live events while building a sustainable music ecosystem.

At the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, officials are using DNA testing to check that all 18 vendors serve domestic shrimp as required by their contracts.

Officials increased testing after last year’s problems and now say every vendor complies—ensuring festival-goers get the true taste of local shrimp today.

Alabama Extension Master Gardeners in Mobile have boosted the Wilmer Hall Children’s Home garden by installing a new irrigation system, adding fresh soil and seedlings, and setting a schedule to keep the garden productive through the fall.

The program teaches locals hands-on gardening skills+ builds a space for community learning.

On Friday, Paul Finebaum appeared in a Zaxby's drive-thru commercial as he weighed a potential run for Alabama's U.S. Senate seat while still under contract with ESPN.

He has until Jan. 23 to decide on his political future after discussions with Washington officials.

Foley approved a plan on Oct.6 to build a 10,000 square foot safe room on North Poplar Street for first responders to ride out hurricanes by the 2027 storm season.

City officials will seek bids, select a contractor in November, and start construction in January for a 14 to 16 month build period—once completed the facility, funded mostly by a FEMA grant, will also be used for training and other city needs.

More than 1,000 runners and walkers took part in the Bras Across the Causeway 5K and Fun Run at Battleship Park and raised funds to help cover food, gas, rent, and medical bills for breast cancer patients in Mobile and Baldwin counties—supporting local care.

Residents in Fairhope will attend the Hope Community Health and Wellness Fair on Oct.

18—hosted by the Fairhope Rotary Youth Club from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—to receive free screenings, eye care services, and guidance on mental health, substance abuse, and nutrition; the event will also provide family art projects and a chance to register to vote.

Chef Bill Briand opened Little Bird in Fairhope as a tribute to his late mother—he reinvents classic Gulf Coast dishes like West Indies salad and South Louisiana gumbo using local ingredients from Hope Farm and other suppliers.

Diners experience nostalgic flavors with modern twists—encouraging warm conversation about family recipes and culinary heritage.

Ty Simpson threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns as Alabama edged Missouri 27 to 24 on Saturday when Daniel Hill caught a critical fourth down pass with 3:16 remaining to secure the win.

The loss ended Missouri’s fifteen game home winning streak.

In Fairhope, the St. Michael Cardinals defeated Mobile Christian by a score of 46 to 37 + claimed the 4A Region 1 title while keeping their perfect season intact, with seniors Noah Moss and Brody Jones scoring key touchdowns.

Coach Phillip Rivers said the team’s strong defense and balanced offense held off their opponents + they will host Pensacola next Thursday to boost their playoff standing.

Continental Factory Training - AvGas Level 2 Course

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Continental Aerospace Technologies — $1,695 — Refresher training for certified technicians on Continental's piston engines over five days.

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs South Alabama Jaguars Football

6:30-8 p.m. — Hancock Whitney Stadium — Tickets available — Catch an exciting college football matchup in Mobile.

Fortune Feimster Live

7-11 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Fortune Feimster at the historic Saenger Theatre.

Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience

3-5 p.m. — Mobile International Speedway — 50% off driving packages — Experience the thrill of driving a racecar at the historic Mobile International Speedway.

Joe Bullard Wine on the River

4-7 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Starting at $55 — Experience a world of flavors with international wine tastings and local food samples.

Die Fledermaus Opera Performance

7:30 p.m. — The Temple Downtown — Tickets available — Experience the comical and human-like characters in Strauss's delightful opera that takes you away from everyday troubles.

Anne Wilson Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets required — Experience new music from GRAMMY-nominated artist Anne Wilson on her STARS Tour.

Dachshunds on Dauphin St.

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Mo' Bay Beignet Co. — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with races, prizes, and fun at this annual dachshund event.

Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

8-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticketed event — Experience a spellbinding orchestral tribute to Rock and Metal classics in an ethereal candlelit setting.

Dauzat St. Marie Concert

8-10 PM — The Peoples Room of Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of catchy songwriting and vocal harmonies from the acclaimed duo Dauzat St. Marie.