Good morning, Mobile.

Mobile Museum of Art will host a free family day for the GATEWAY exhibition on Saturday, Oct.

24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the museum, featuring live mural demonstrations, community art installations, and hands-on workshops (sponsored by Lexus of Mobile and local partners).

The Bright Star in Bessemer has been ranked top for prime rib in the Southeast by Tasting Table for its slow-roasted meat and Greek-style steaks.

Open since 1907, the restaurant continues to delight locals with a menu that includes seafood, pies, and more & remains a beloved dining spot.

Alabama's unemployment rate rose to 3.5% in September with 82,075 people out of work, the highest since June 2021.

A separate survey showed wage and salary jobs increased by 24,300, with gains in leisure, private education & health services.

Alabama began offering a bachelor's pathway for CPAs following a law effective October 15.

The new option lets students pass the CPA exam and complete two years of full-time supervised work after earning their four-year degree + provides an affordable alternative to traditional master’s or extra credit hour requirements.

Foley City Council approved upgrades at Max Griffin Park as the city prepares an indoor Aquatics Center that will bring year-round swimming, LED lights for the softball field and underground electrical systems (costing $204,000).

Construction bids are expected later this year with work lasting about 18 months.

Alabama State Employees Association warned its members Friday that Tuberville’s plan to cut state government may lower benefits and affect daily life (citing past federal cutbacks).

The group urged workers to stay informed and vote in the coming election.

Alabama receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams is uncertain for the home game on Saturday — he underwent arthroscopic knee surgery and sustained a concussion in recent losses — and coach DeBoer said he will be reevaluated throughout the week.

At Tuesday practice, Alabama safety Bray Hubbard (captain) inspired the team with a speech on embracing discomfort after back-to-back losses, while defensive lineman Devan Thompkins helped set the tone as players prepare for Saturday's homecoming game at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Daphne will host Fairhope at Jubilee Stadium on Friday, Oct.

23 at 7 p.m. in their 38th annual football matchup (teams are 6-2 overall) as both sides aim to secure a regional win.

After a visit by LSU softball coaches, Orange Beach will host a weekend series between LSU and FSU with games at 4 p.m. Saturday and noon Sunday at Sportsplex; admission is $10 cash and funds will support local school programs (the Athletic Director plans similar matchups in the future).