Tampa Today News: Tampa Housing Market Implodes + Daiso Opening
The latest happening in town.
Hello! I’m Carlos Hernandez with Tampa Today News. Back with another update. Let’s get you updated on what is happening in town.
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Top local stories:
Daiso Japanese store opening soon in Tampa: Daiso, a popular Japanese discount store, is opening in Tampa on Feb. 1 at 15702 N. Dale Mabry Hwy in Carrollwood. There will be promotions for the opening including that the first 100 customers who make a $30 purchase at this location each day will receive a goodie bag. Doors open at 9 a.m. on Feb. 1 and 10 a.m. on Feb. 2. (thatssotampa.com)
Egg shortages at Publix due to avian flu: Publix Super Market is informing the public that there will be egg shortages soon due the HPAI avian flu. Publix is advising shoppers to regularly check back in for eggs if they find them out of stock. (wfla.com)
Tampa’s housing market rapidly cools by 19 positions: Zillow has dropped Tampa's housing market from 9th to 29th in its ranking of the hottest housing markets. Orlando and Jacksonville joined Tampa in losing interest from buyers. Experts blame disasters like Hurricane Helene for quickly cooling Tampa’s market. (fox13news.com)
Tampa Police on high alert for Gasparilla festivities after New Orleans attack: Tampa Police are on high alert for Gasparilla after the attack on New Year’s in New Orleans. Attendees can text "Gasparilla" to the number 888-777 for updates from authorities in the event of an incident. Police are also reminding residents that Gasparilla Kids Parade is alcohol-free. (wusf.org)
Upcoming events:
Skywatch: Mars in Opposition at MOSI Tampa. (Jan. 10, 7 p.m.)
Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival at 271 Main Street. (Jan. 11-12)
Second Sunday Market + Art Walk at Armature Works. (Jan. 12, 11 a.m.)
Pirate Pup Parade & Costume Contest at Water Street Tampa. (Jan. 12, 11 a.m.)
That’s all I have for today. If you have news tips please send them to carlosreportsnews@gmail.com.
See you again soon!
-Carlos Hernandez