🌱 New Hulu Series Searching For Extras + Neighbor Recognized As Hero

Morning, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening locally.

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But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 54.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and nice. High: 78 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories today in Mobile:

1. "Love In Fairhop," a new Hulu series based in Alabama, is searching for extras, and the Mobile Film Office is encouraging locals to apply to be background characters. The series needs characters for a Spring Ball scene this Saturday, Mar. 25 at 6 p.m., and anyone interested can text 251.207.7362 to RSVP. The scene will be shot at The Garden At Bella Sera 25049 CO RD 49 in nearby Loxley, and any extras must come dressed in formal attire. (NBC 15 WPMI)
2. Earlier this week, Mobile local Leonard Osborne was awarded the Civilian Lifesaving Award from the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department for his efforts in saving his neighbor's 10-month-old child from choking last year. On Sept. 24, 2022, Osborne's neighbor brought her 10-month-old to his front door when the child was struggling to breathe, and Osborne immediately used his training to administer CPR while they waited for paramedics. Osborne said of the incident, "In life, you never know why you’re put some places and in some positions." (WKRG News 5)
3. This past weekend, the nearby City of Semmes celebrated 20 years of the Azalea Festival at MGM High School. This festival helps spotlight local businesses, non-profit organizations, and fundraiser events and gives them additional exposure to help with their efforts. The festival this year included petting zoos, a bounce house, and over 80 vendors supplying needs at the event. (Fox 10 News)

Today and tomorrow in Mobile:

Wednesday, March 22

• Women's History Month - Hillsdale Community Center (10:00 AM)
• Midweek Activities - Christ Fellowship Baptist Church (6:00 PM)
• Local Performance - Royal Street Tavern (7:30 PM)

Thursday, March 23

• Mean Girls: The Musical Auditions - The PACT Theatre Company (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Book a ride on Gulf Coast Tours' Mobile Historic Trolley Tour to get a glimpse of our lovely city, which is one of the oldest cities in America. The 90-minute tour will talk all about the history of Mobile. Book your tour today by clicking here. (Visit Mobile via Facebook)
• Mark your calendar for Operation Clean Sweep! Mobile County residents will have a chance to dump their unwanted items for free on Apr. 1 from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Hubert Pierce Road. (Mobile County, Alabama via Facebook)
• On Mar. 25, Mobile and the rest of the world will be celebrating Greeks for Greek Independence Day. Come celebrate with Commissioner Connie Hudson and the city as she raises the Greek flag at Government Plaza on Friday morning at 9 a.m. (Mobile County, Alabama via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll see you around!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.