🌱 Vegan Deli Closes + Successful Hurricane Drive + Voter Registration

Hello all! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Dunedin Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. Today you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Dunedin Cares will host a Post-Ian Emergency Collection
• Local vegan deli closing leaving final Dunedin location
• The Junior League Hurricane Ian drive was a success

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A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 75.

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Here are the top stories today in Dunedin:

1. Dunedin Vegan Deli is likely to close its doors for good as owners announced their Ybor City location is permanently closing this month. According to their Facebook page, there are various reasons they've chosen to sell, including "the economy, supply chain shortages, changes in city parking laws that no longer allow our customers to park for free behind our deli, and staffing issues." Their deli locations in Orlando and Sarasota have closed as well. After the Ybor location closes, the Dunedin deli on Main Street will be the last one remaining open. There's no indication of when it will close its doors as well. Customers can still order from the deli online. (CL Tampa Bay)
2. ABC Action News was in St. Pete over the weekend offering insight into the hurricane relief drive hosted by The Junior League of St. Pete and the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin. The drive was a success, with some locals stopping by more than once with donations. “They’re our neighbors,” said Bethany Sullivan, president of the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin. “Knowing that could have been us, it makes it even more important to help and be there for them.” Items were taken to Fort Myers on Saturday in a truck loaned by Amazon. Those who weren't able to make the drive over the weekend can still donate on The Junior League of St. Pete's website. (ABC Action News)
3. Residents who want to cast a ballot in the Nov. 8 general and local elections must register to vote by today, Oct. 11. You can register online at RegistertoVoteFlorida.gov or pick up a paper voter registration application at county elections offices, libraries, military recruitment offices, or public assistance offices. Additionally, you can download a printable version of the application here. You must complete the application and return it in person to a county elections office by the end of the day or have it postmarked by Oct. 11. (Dunedin Patch)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Tuesday Movies at the Dunedin Public Library (2 p.m.)
• Sterling Silver Jewelry Workshop at the Institute of Creative Arts (6:30 p.m.)
• Q&A For All Things Chandeliers at Cork & Beans (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The City of Dunedin announced that the Driving Range at Stirling Park is back open! Stop by to play under the new shade canopies and practice your golf swing, chipping, or putting game. The driving range is open every day from 8 a.m. to sunset. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Meet Nyles, a "silly senior boy with lots of life still in him" up for adoption through the SPCA Tampa Bay! At 10 years old, Nyles still loves to play with his toys, play fetch, and explore the outdoors. He's great with children and even cats! Meet Nyles and all of his furry friends at the SPCA Tampa Bay shelter! (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook)
• The City of Dunedin is in the process of building a better website. They've asked residents to fill out a quick survey and provide feedback to help make the website more efficient. (Dunedin Survey)
• Congratulations to the Dunedin High School Falcons Academic Team for its second-place victory at their first meet! Coached by Dr. Deeley, the team was led by seniors James Barnett and Ethan Pestana. (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• In honor of World Mental Health Day, the City of Dunedin reminds everyone that no matter what you're going through, you're not alone. "#WorldMentalHealthDay is an opportunity for us to embrace our sense of community and normalize mental health." They posted some tips to help take care of your mental health on their social media pages, which include talking to someone you trust, working on your physical health, participating in things you enjoy, and taking a few minutes to focus on your surroundings. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Dunedin High School reminds all parents of students taking the PSAT or SAT on Wednesday to make sure your child is on time and has a calculator! If your child isn't scheduled to take these exams, it is too late to sign up for those given this week. (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• Dunedin Cares is holding a Post-Ian Emergency Collection on Oct. 15 between 9 a.m. and noon. Their shelves are currently bare as many families lost electricity and found themselves in need of food after the hurricane hit. If you can't physically drop off your donation, consider sending shipping them items using Amazon. (Dunedin Cares via Facebook)

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