🌱 Federal Judge Rules Against Florida + 6th Annual Uke It Out + TGH Vet Program

Happy Tuesday, Tampa! Let's get this day started. Here's what's happening in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 70 Low: 49.

Here are the top stories today in Tampa:

1. A federal judge quickly rejected Florida’s request to block a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19. The judge wrote Florida had not shown "irreparable harm" to justify an injunction or temporary restraining order. (Fox 13 Tampa)

2. The 6th Annual Uke It Out will happen this coming weekend on both sides of Tampa Bay. The festival will be held at New World Brewery and Cage Brewing on December 3rd and December 4th. Tickets are $17 per person ages 12 and older when purchased in advance and $20 per person at the door. Kids ages 12 and under are free. (Creative Loafing)

3. Governor Ron DeSantis is proposing more than $1 billion in gas tax relief through Florida's legislature. DeSantis says Floridians would see a 25-cent decrease at the pump if passed. Earlier this month, Democratic Rep. Charlie Crist called on DeSantis to freeze Florida's gas tax for the holiday season. (WTSP)

4. Black, Hispanic and Asian Santas, as well as signing and foreign language-speaking Santas, are becoming more common as brands embrace diversity, including Walt Disney World and Old Navy. International Plaza hosted the area's first signing Santa for children who are deaf or hearing impaired on Sunday. Children were invited to give their Christmas wishes to Santa using American Sign Language. (Patch Florida)

5. Tampa General Hospital has launched a new program to help veterans stay physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy after retirement called Home Base Warrior Health and Fitness Program. The program is free for veterans. Each veteran is matched with a personal trainer and dietitian, who come up with a personalized plan for their needs. (ABC Action News)

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Today in Tampa:

• Bella Prana Yoga At Armature Works (9:00 AM)
• Colorful Firefly Jar - Family Friendly at Painting with a Twist Carrollwood. (11:00 AM)
• Riverwalk Dine & Wine Tour. (5:00 PM)
• German-Style Holiday Cooking at Publix Aprons Cooking School of Citrus Park. (6:00 PM)
• Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Philadelphia Flyers at Amalie Arena. (7:00 PM)

Tampa Patch Notebook

• Tampa International Airport: "HOLIDAY DECOR HAS ARRIVED." (Facebook)
• City of Tampa: "⚠️ Revised Solid Waste Schedule - In observance of Thanksgiving, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 25-26, 2021. There will be no solid waste service on Thursday the 25th. Residential collection will r..." (Facebook)
• Tampa Tarpons: "Come by the Team Store at @gmsfield and start saving on gifts for your loved ones (or yourself)! Spend $100 or more and get 15% OFF your order! OR Spend $200 or more and get 25% OFF your order! In store coupon redemption at checkout. Not..." (Facebook)
• Hillsborough County Public Schools: "Join us on Tuesday, November 30 for a virtual opportunity to learn about health care options for kids and adults, including Florida KidCare, Medicaid, Health Insurance Marketplace, and Hillsborough County Healthcare Plan. Participants wi..." (Facebook)
• Tampa Theatre: "Tuesday, Nov 30 at 5 pm: Tampa Theatre is celebrating #GivingTuesday with Movie Bingo! Join us before the movie for some fun games, with all proceeds supporting our city's movie palace! Doors open at 5 pm, game starts at 5:30 pm $5 for 1 bi..." (Facebook)

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— 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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