Good morning, Birmingham.

Drive Electric Alabama will hold six EV showcases across locations including Irvington, Cullman, Warrior, Mobile, Huntsville, and Birmingham to let locals explore electric vehicles and speak with owners (most events are free, but park fees apply at Rickwood Caverns).

The showcases run from Saturday, Aug. 29 to Saturday, Oct. 10.

Federal and state regulators signed an agreement with local SouthPoint Bancshares on Aug.

14 to require a capital plan and limit dividends or new debt (these restrictions aim to ensure bank support) and the firm must submit its plan within 60 days.

Alabama Power says new data center projects will not raise bills even though proposed campuses may use more energy than all Alabama homes, and the Public Service Commission will review contracts under SB 270 beginning Oct.

1. Outcome may affect developments near Birmingham — experts question cost recovery.

The new My Outdoor Alabama license system goes live tomorrow, Aug.

24, letting hunters and anglers buy and manage licenses online through the updated Outdoor AL app (version 2.0.0). ADCNR says the system, which streamlines document uploads for disabilities and military service, will provide a faster, more secure process.

Dr. Ashley Gooding, a board-certified Ob/Gyn and founder of Flourish MD, has built a decades-long practice offering unhurried, evidence-based care for women (she also co-develops the Girl Talk program to help young girls learn about health) that strengthens community ties.

The Alabama Crimson Tide named Keelon Russell as the starting quarterback following a strong practice performance, and he will debut on Sept.

5 at Bryant Denny Stadium + face East Carolina.