Good morning, Mobile.

Penelope House supports domestic violence survivors in Mobile during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and its director Tonie Ann Torrans said only one-fourth of cases are reported (966 domestic-related calls have been logged so far).

A Mobile sewing group called Ladies on a Mission held its annual Show & Tell Charity Luncheon at St. Louis Street Missionary Baptist Church to showcase handmade clothing sent to children in Africa.

The group began in 2013 and last year sent 150 dresses and 40 outfits through community donations — each item carefully crafted to help those in need.

A giant tortoise named Joey has been missing from Linda’s Learning Farm in Semmes for over three weeks, and farm staff are searching social media for clues while using him to teach kids about rare animals.

Farm employees said they are receiving tips and urge anyone who spots Joey to call Linda at (251)-402-3858.

Mobile County Judge Wesley Pipes is teaming up with local officials and mental health providers to reduce jail stays for people with mental health needs using a model from Miami—this plan will save taxpayers money and improve public safety.

He held a two-day meeting with community leaders and is already testing a mental health court that lets non-violent defendants have charges dropped if they finish the program.

Indivisible Mobile is hosting a Halloween-themed protest at Government Plaza on Saturday, Oct.

18 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.—attendees are encouraged to wear black or a costume. The protest is one of many nationwide events set to denounce attacks on women’s rights, civil rights, healthcare access, voting rights, immigrant rights, retirement funds, environmental protections and human rights.

Stanton Road near University Hospital is closed daily from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting today as Alabama Power crews install transmission line bases — the closure will last several weeks.

The city docks in Bayou La Batre are getting an upgrade with a $250,000 federal grant to double the pier at Rolston Park from 100 to 200 feet—Mayor Henry Barnes Sr. said the improvements are needed to ease crowding.

A new report by VocoVision finds Alabama now has the fewest school-based mental health providers—especially in rural areas where four in 10 students lack on-site support.

Experts warn that schools must add counselors and therapists while exploring teletherapy to help meet the growing crisis.

Mobile native MLB Draft pick Caleb Lopes will host a baseball camp for children ages seven and up at Surge Church on Nov.

15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the camp will offer professional training and mentorship from multiple pros while donating all proceeds to a local youth ministry with registration limited to 100 participants at a fee of $100.

Linebacker Shadarius Toodle (ranked No. 13 by Rivals) flipped his commitment from Georgia back to Auburn after attending the Auburn-Georgia game, saying Auburn offered him a clear linebacker role that will boost his future career while his older brother plans to join the team.

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.

Halloween AI Lunch & Learn

12-1:30 p.m. — Innovation Portal — Free entry — Explore the frightening potential of AI while enjoying some treats and wearing costumes.

4th Annual Gulf Coast Mac Down

11 a.m.–3 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — $14 for ages 6 and up — Celebrate macaroni and cheese with a cook-off and family-friendly fun.

Christmas Sip and Shop

1-4 p.m. — Richards-DAR House Museum — Unique Christmas items — Enjoy an early Christmas shopping experience at Caroline's Closet.