🌱 The Boozy Pig Heading To Davis Island + Tampa Taco Fest 2023

Hello again, neighbors. It's Saturday in Tampa and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. In today's Daily, we'll cover these stories and more:

• A healthcare CEO from Tampa Bay is facing criminal charges from police after allegedly attempting to defraud clients.
• Tampa Taco Fest is returning in early 2023.
• AdventHealth is celebrating top ratings in Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties.

But first, today's weather:

Colder with increasing clouds. High: 47 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories in Tampa today:

1. A Tampa Bay healthcare CEO from Pinellas Park has been charged by police with three counts of scheme to defraud. She is also accused of taking part in "an employee check reimbursement scheme." Her bond came in at a total of $75,000. (WFLA)

2. All AdventHealth hospital locations in Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties have achieved an "A" patient safety grade for the third year in a row by the prestigious Leapfrog Group. Only 30 percent of hospitals ranked received the top grade and 115 are awarded as a top hospital. (Press Release Desk)

3. A server in New Port Richey received a surprise $2,000 tip just days before Christmas by a group organized by City Councilwoman and Realtor Kelly Mothershead. The server plans to host luncheons with the proceeds in order to give back to the community, an annual goal for her. (WTSP)

4. South Tampa's popular hotspot, The Boozy Pig, is expanding to Davis Island, joining Duckweed Urban Grocery. The new shop is expected to open in early 2023. The concept's meat machine could possibly also make it to the new location. (That's So Tampa)

5. Tampa Taco Fest is returning to Al Lopez Park next year on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 at 4810 North Himes Avenue. The event is pet-friendly and kid-friendly. Participating restaurants include Los Chapos Tacos, Jimmy's Tacos, Loli's Mexican Cravings, and Los Tacos Mariachis. (Creative Loafing Tampa)

Today in Tampa:

• Christmas Day Feast at Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection. (11 a.m.)
• Brunch In The Garden: The Brunch Before Christmas Edition at Eden Downtown. (noon)
• Christmas Family Skate at United Skates Tampa. (5 p.m.)
• Vodka Latke at Aloft Tampa. (8 p.m.)
• Música In Flor Fina at Hotel Haya. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• City of Tampa shared: "Cold weather shelters are opening in Hillsborough County for those in need. Stay warm and stay safe, Tampa!" (City of Tampa via Facebook)
• Tampa Convention Center shared: "We're lucky to have one of the best views of the Holiday Harbor Tree! Stop by to check it out by The Sail Plaza." (Tampa Convention Center via Facebook)
• Humane Society of Tampa Bay: " The HSTB shelter and Animal Health Center will be CLOSED on Dec. 24 and 25. Our amazing volunteers and staff will spread holiday cheer with our shelter animals during the short break. 🥰" (Humane Society of Tampa Bay via Facebook)
• City of Tampa shared: "Happy holidays, Tampa! ✨ City offices are closed Monday, Dec. 26 for the Christmas holiday. Download the Tampa Trash and Recycling app to see the revised holiday schedule." (City of Tampa via Facebook)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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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