🌱 World Central Kitchen Helps Hurricane Ian Victims + Frankie's Deli

Hello, hello! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Tampa Daily. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days, including updates on:

• 🥕 World Central Kitchen continues efforts to help the victims of Hurricane Ian, including those without power locally.
• 🥋 A Riverview martial arts instructor has been accused of molesting his students.
• 🥪 Frankie's Italian Deli in Riverview is expanding nearly 2,000 square feet.

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But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 85 Low: 65.

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Here are the top stories today in Tampa:

1. World Central Kitchen continues efforts to feed those impacted by Hurricane Ian, including those without power in the Tampa Bay area and around the state. According to Chef Jose Andres, the organization has distributed more than 60,000 meals around Florida so far. (Florida Patch)

2. A Riverview martial arts instructor at Medina Martial Arts is accused of molesting his students, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO). Daniel Medina-Alvarez has been booked on 20 counts of lewd or lascivious molestation and one count of sexual battery. (WFLA)

3. Bartow first-responders rushed to rescue residents in Polk County from rising waters along The Peace River this weekend as residents face the after effect of Hurricane Ian. Some residents refused efforts to be transported to safety from the rising waters. (ABC Action News)

4. Frankie's Italian Deli in Riverview is growing its location nearly 2,000 square feet, according to a social media post from the business. The expansion will allow them to increase the deli and dessert items offered to customers. (That's So Tampa)

5. The annual Fox Squirrel Corn Maze is planned on Saturdays and Sundays in October through Oct. 23. This year is hosted by James Varn and will be held at 6151 Varn Road in Plant City. Food options include Smitty's Corn Dogs, The Cheesecake Lady, and a number of food trucks. (Osprey Observer)

Today in Tampa:

• The Humane Society Of Tampa Bay Giveback at Forbici. (7 a.m.)
• Hyde Park Village Fresh Market. (10 a.m.)
• Pops In The Park at Sulphur Springs Water Tower. (10 a.m.)
• El Gran Combo at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. (2 p.m.)
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Kansas City Chiefs at Raymond James Stadium. (8:20 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Tampa Bay Lightning shared, "We have cancelled our two preseason home games that were previously postponed due to Hurricane Ian. Fans are encouraged to contact their original point of purchase for refunds and other ticketing options." (Tampa Bay Lightning via Facebook)
• A portion of the proceeds from Creative Loafing's Best of the Bay 2022 party will be donated to Mutual Aid Disaster Relief to help the victims of Hurricane Ian. (Creative Loafing Tampa)
• Ha Long Bay Vietnamese is set to open in New Tampa in the space previously used by Aroi Thai-Tsuyu at 20685 Bruce B. Downs Blvd by the end of the month. The restaurant will be owned by Nhan Nguyen and her husband Hai Chu. (New Tampa & Wesley Chapel Neighborhood News)
• Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties is seeking community support to provide relief to Southwest Florida. Their Clearwater and New Port Richey ReStores will be accepting cleaning and safety supply donations through Saturday, Oct. 15 to be taken to Southwest Florida. (Tampa Bay Newswire)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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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