Good morning, Mobile.

Nearly 600 runners participated in the 16th annual Prodisee Pantry Turkey Trot in downtown Daphne this morning to help fund meals for over 11,000 Baldwin County families.

Prodisee Pantry officials said the fundraiser will provide traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas meals even if that means reassigning funds—ensuring food for more families amid the government shutdown.

During a drive in Mobile, a 5-year-old girl rolled down her car window to give a homeless man a colorful picture at an intersection, which reminded him of a lost child, while her mother later said the act was very dangerous.

The girl said her teacher calls it empathy—capturing a simple moment of kindness.

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged to keep SNAP benefits flowing if federal funding stops, while Alabama has not released its plan and faces a November 1 deadline.

More than 750,000 residents depend on food stamps and uncertainty grows as federal funds may run out—raising concerns about food access.

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has released a tutorial video called 'Business Basics: Structures and Business Filings' to help small business owners fill out their paperwork.

The video shows step-by-step filing instructions and state rules—Allen said he has long cut filing fees—and he urges business owners to use the guide.

Week 10 of high school football ended last week—experts Simone Eli and Gerhard Mathangani reviewed key plays and game moments to explain the results.

St. Michael beat Orange Beach 49-7 on Friday night to improve their record to 9-0—marking the first time in team history and securing first place in 4A Region 1.

The Cardinals will host UMS-Wright Prep on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. while Orange Beach ends the season at 4-6.

No. 4 Alabama beat South Carolina 29-22 as a last-minute touchdown by Germie Bernard secured the win—boosting the team's record to 7-1 and keeping it perfect in SEC play.

No. 4 Alabama will travel to South Carolina on Saturday at 2:30 for an SEC game that could test both their offense and defense.

The Crimson Tide will work to keep quarterback Lanorris Sellers in check and boost their pass rush and run game while avoiding unexpected non-offensive scores—factors that could help the Gamecocks stay competitive.

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.

The Man Who Came to Dinner

7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Civic Theatre — $15 to $18 — Enjoy the comedic chaos when a celebrity guest overstays his welcome in this classic play.

Magnolia Run

8-11 a.m. — Jesses Restaurant — Registration fee required — A friendly gathering for runners and walkers in the scenic town of Magnolia Springs.

Bring Your Own Device Workshop

10-11 a.m. — West Regional Library - Mobile Public Library — Registration recommended — Get assistance with your digital devices and library apps in a helpful session.

Veterans Day Celebration and Parade of Flags

3-4 p.m. — USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park — Free entry — Honor our veterans with patriotic music, presentations, and a flag parade featuring local students.

Wonderful Wednesday Storytime

10:00 – 10:30 AM — Theodore Oaks Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories and songs designed to promote early literacy for preschool-aged children and all ages welcome.