Hello, everybody! Happy Fourth of July. It's Tuesday and I'm Carlos Hernandez, back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town, including news about...
A new food truck park is now in soft opening in Tampa.
City of Tampa's transportation department has been accused of discrimination against working mothers.
Hillsborough County Aging Services offers residents in the area adult day services for caregivers of residents over age 60 years old.
But first, today's weather: Hot and humid. High: 96 Low: 79.
The City of Tampa's transportation department has been accused of discrimination against working mothers. The complaints stem from the mobility department at the city, which is led by Vik Bhide. One fired employee has also filed complaints on gender and familial status with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Florida Commission on Human Relations, according to Tampa Bay Business Journal. (Subscription: Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Hillsborough County Aging Services offers residents in the area adult day services at several locations, including the Bloomingdale Adult Day Care Center, located at 3940 Canoga Park Drive in Brandon. The services are for residents aged 60 or older with decreased physical, mental or social function. Locations are also in Plant City and Tampa. It seeks to help people struggling to take care of their loved ones. Those interested can call 813-330-7964. (Osprey Observer)
There is a new food truck park in Tampa with a planned grand opening this month on July 14. it will be located at 4908 E. Broadway Ave. Those interested in renting a spot can visit tampafoodtruckcentral.com. (That's So Tampa)
A Florida man proposed to his high school sweetheart at Tampa International Airport this past weekend after 60 years of meeting, in a viral video on TikTok. The video has over 347,000 likes on TikTok. He told her, "You have always been the one I had a crush on since your cheerleader days. Strings me a smile to my face and makes my heart skip a beat." (WTSP)
The University of South Florida (USF) is closing down The Claw at USF Golf Course on Sept. 5. USF President Rhea Law said the golf course was losing $200,000 annually, according to an e-mail. Activists are concerned the university will use the land for development. (WUSF)
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Today in Tampa:
Tuesday, July 4
Tampa's Freedom 4-Miler Run at Al Lopez Park. (7 a.m.)
Free Tuesday at Glazer Children's Museum. (10 a.m.)
Tampa Bay Rays shared: "He started this thing last year. He's even better this season. You better believe Sugar Shane is an All-Star in 2023." (Tampa Bay Rays via Facebook)
Tampa Bay Lightning shared: "Entering his first Development Camp, Merelä is looking to use the week to learn as much as possible. Reporter Chris Krenn chatted with Waltteri Merelä about his playing career thus far, development camp, and his first time in the States." (Tampa Bay Lightning via Facebook)
City of Tampa shared: "The Solid Waste Department is looking to hire a WTE Plant Operator II to support operations at our Waste to Energy Plant. Five years of solid waste combustion facility experience or related occupations are required." (City of Tampa via Facebook)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! I'll see you around.
— Carlos Hernandez
About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a food writer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I write the food blog Carlos Eats (http://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines with food-related blogs and articles.
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