Good morning, Mobile.

Thigpen Drive behind Cottage Hill Baptist Church has reopened today after a 10-day closure for a traffic study that forced drivers to make unsafe left turns on Cottage Hill Road — local residents are relieved to have their familiar shortcut back in service.

The Greater Gulf State Fair closed on Oct.

26 due to storms and reopened yesterday at 4 p.m.—officials said safety was their top priority. The fair will run daily through Nov. 2.

Artist Dean Mosher spoke at the Fairhope Public Library on Saturday during the Fairhope Museum of History’s speaker series, discussing Craig Sheldon's early life, his legal troubles, and how he built Fairhope's famous Storybook Castle.

Mosher—who built his own castle as a studio and home—shared details that link local history to ongoing artistic inspiration.

Food lovers will head to Gulf Shores this November for the 4th annual Coastal Alabama Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival, running Saturday, Nov.

8 and Sunday, Nov. 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Town Green with free admission, where top food trucks will serve meals and craft beverages and shoppers can also explore an artisan market.

Jan Brett will bring her Christmas Sweater Bus Tour to Alabama on Dec.

13 with a 10 a.m. event in Fairhope — already sold out — and a 5 p.m. stop in Montgomery where tickets remain available. Her new book will be published on Nov. 25, adding a festive highlight to her tour.

Local officials announced that a live stream and a new documentary will cover the planned tow-out and reefing of the famed S.S.

United States from Mobile—where contractors are modifying the vessel for its final voyage to become the world’s largest artificial reef. The ship, known for transporting presidents and movie stars, is scheduled to sink about 20 miles south of the Florida Panhandle after a year of work.

Mobile Area Water and Sewer System reports a wastewater overflow affecting Dog River Creek—officials are monitoring the waterway and will update the public on the overflow's volume and location once it stops.

The Alabama Department of Human Resources announced that SNAP benefits will be suspended starting November 1 due to the federal government shutdown, and benefits already on EBT cards can be used before that date.

Officials and the Alabama Grocers Association said Congress must act quickly—protecting over 750,000 people who depend on the program’s more than $140 million in monthly aid.

Drivers along State Route 59 near Baldwin Preparatory Academy will soon face lower speed limits as ALDOT reduces speeds from 65 mph to 55 mph before the school zone and from 55 mph to 40 mph within the zone.

Speed limits will be enforced during school hours—7:30 to 8:15 a.m. in the morning and 2 to 2:45 p.m. in the afternoon—following a request from local school and public safety officials to improve safety.

The annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event started today with a competitive 5K run—dozens raced while thousands joined the downtown walk to show support.

Organizers set a $230,000 fundraising goal and anticipated more than 5,000 participants in total.

The Alabama Department of Public Health said that WIC services for women, infants, and children remain active during the government shutdown even though SNAP benefits will be suspended starting November 1 — the department has shifted to a one-month benefit issuance schedule to support current participants.

On Friday, Saraland beat Theodore 38-14 to win its third-straight region championship as the defense held opponents to 61 points this season.

Quarterback Jamison Roberts threw for a career-high 310 yards and four touchdowns while coach Jeff Kelly said the team will work hard to keep their strong 9-0 record and top ranking.

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.

Teen Takeover at Parkway Branch

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon filled with video games, board games, crafts, and fun activities designed for teens.