Welcome back to Tampa Today News. I’m Carlos Hernandez, your host explaining everything you need to know about what’s happening in Tampa including local news, events, and more.
This issue will catch you up on:
An oyster festival coming back to Tampa next month.
Two career groups in Tampa Bay merging to help more people gain resources in the Tampa Bay area.
City of Tampa making a top roach city list.
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Top stories in Tampa today:
Tampa Oyster Festival coming soon: Fans of seafood can look forward to a returning food festival next month. The 5th Annual Tampa Oyster Festival is happening on Sunday, Dec. 10 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaney Creek, located at 5818 Causeway Boulevard. Parking is free and VIP tickets are available. (thatssotampa.com)
Tampa has been named one of the top roach-infested cities in America: Pest Gnome has ranked Tampa no. 3 on a list of top roach infested cities in America. Tampa was ranked higher than other major cities in the United States. Roaches thrive in places with heat and humidity and can be hazardous to your health. (wfla.com)
Cubans migrants living in Tampa fear deportation after court ruling: The I-220A designation has changed under a new immigration rule and Tampa Cubans are now facing deportation and speaking out. Tampa Cubans said they are fleeing from the Castro regime in Cuba and are seeking a way to stay in the country legally. The decision could impact over 200,000 Cuban migrants nationwide, according to the Tampa Bay Times. (tampabay.com)
Latin superstars coming to Tampa in 2024: Popular Latin superstars Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin and Pitbull are coming to Tampa for a concert at Amalie Arena on Sunday, Mar. 10, 2024. Tickets are now on sale. (cltampa.com)
Career groups merging in Tampa Bay: Hillsborough & Pinellas Boards of County Commissioners are combining CareerSource Pinellas and CareerSource Tampa Bay (Hillsborough), forming the Hillsborough/Pinellas Workforce Development Consortium. The combined group will have a $36.1 million budget for a consolidated workforce region. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis supports the combination of the groups. (tampabaynewswire.com)
Events in Tampa today:
Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. (all day)
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) at Tampa Theatre. (6 p.m.)
Live & Local at George M. Steinbrenner Field. (6 p.m.)
Gilberto Santa Rosa at Straz Center. (7 p.m.)
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That’s all I have for today. See you tomorrow.
-Carlos Hernandez