🌱 Friction Over Tennis Courts + Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks

Happy Tuesday, people of Dunedin! Here's everything you need to know going on in Dunedin today.

First, today's weather:

Cool with plenty of sunshine. High: 60 Low: 49.

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Here are the top five stories in Dunedin today:

1. The rising popularity of pickleball is leaving Dunedin tennis players with fewer courts to play on and creating friction between residents. It has gotten so bad that locals asked city commissioners on January 4 to build more courts to prevent animosity between tennis and pickleball players, who share some of the city courts. While the dual-use courts are temporary, it has led to overcrowding and frustration among players who've been using the courts for years. The Parks and Recreation Department's long-term plan is to build separate pickleball courts, but it doesn't seem to be soon enough. Its considering pushing the project up so construction begins sooner and the conflict gets resolved faster. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
2. If you're looking to get a real-deal Philly cheesesteak in Tampa Bay then you have to go to Delco’s in Dunedin. Owners Cindi Bowers and Ed Crowley brought the taste of Philadelphia to our small town by shipping everything in from the city that put cheesesteaks on the map. Delco's brings customers back to Philly in more ways than one as the walls are lined with sports memorabilia from the Phillies, Flyers, 76ers, and the Eagles. (ABC Action News)
3. A new BBQ restaurant in Safety Harbor is capturing the attention of locals for its unique and tasty menu items. The Brinehouse, which is The Dunedin Smokehouse's sister location, is currently open for dinner throughout the week and lunch on weekends. Some menu highlights include charred cauliflower florets, maple bourbon brined chicken wings, green goddess potato salad, Angus beef tri-tip steak, and Duroc pork tenderloin. Entrees come with two sides, so be sure to show up hungry! (Patch)

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Today in Dunedin:

• ASVAB Test at Dunedin High School (8:00 AM)
• Communicating with Children through Connection Workshop (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Tickets for this year's downtown Mardi Gras party are now available online, as are vendor and parade applications. The event will be held downtown on February 26. More details to come. (Facebook| Love Downtown Dunedin)
• Those interested in competing can now enter the 2022 Florida Open Highland Dance Championship. Entries must be received on or before Wednesday, March 16, 2022. (DSAF)
• The City of Dunedin shared photos from the weekend's event celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The celebration was held in collaboration with the City of Dunedin Parks & Recreation, Dunedin Library, and the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. (Facebook)
• TD Ballpark is looking to hire game day staff across many different departments for the upcoming Toronto Blue Jays Spring Training season. Those interested can apply online. (Facebook | Application)

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