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• Shop National Tree Company trees on deal (hello, pre-lit trees and “feel real” garlands).
• Make large gatherings stylish with a 100-piece disposable gold flatware set, only $16.99.
• Stock up on The Dreidel Company’s dripless tapered candles.
• Drape couches and beds in cozy sherpa + flannel throw blankets.
• Decorate mantles and tables with elegant LED birch trees.

• There will be 12 fewer polling places in Pinellas County on Election Day due to storm damages. Officials are making the rounds to inform voters of any changes, with the vote only a week away. Early voting continues this week — and we’ve got a guide for that. (Bay News 9)

• The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a disturbance in the Caribbean Sea. Officials say there’s a 40% chance of development over the next seven days, as of Monday afternoon. We’ll keep our eyes on this one through the week. (WFLA)

• The mayor of Treasure Island is resigning after his house sustained storm damage. Mayor Tyler Payne says his home was “damaged beyond repair” and will be leaving the island city to relocate elsewhere with his family. Vice Mayor John Doctor will step into the role in the meantime.

• I hope you’re hungry. A new all-you-can-eat sushi spot is open in South Tampa. Shogun Sushi offers bottomless bites from $22 per person, offering classic rolls and fusion flair. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Tampa has the No. 2 best vegan restaurant in the country, according to Yelp. The acclaimed Mediterranean Chickpea took home the accolade. The Middle Eastern eatery which serves up falafel, hummus, wraps, and mezze platters to its South Tampa clientele.

• “We’ll be back bigger, better, stronger.” Those were words spoken by Karen Freiwald who owns the historic Ruskin Drive-In Theater with her husband, Ted. Hurricane winds severely damaged the property, including a ripped screen. They’re trying to raise raise $50,000 to rebuild. (WFTS)

• Has anyone lost a ring? Engineer Joe Kovach found the piece of jewelry in Tarpon Springs storm debris and is trying to find its owner. “Hopefully we can do a meet and greet just to see the excitement in their face,” said Kovach. (WFTS)

• A 1908 Safety Harbor home known as “The Gingerbread House” has hit the market. Built by the first mayor of Largo, the beauty boasts ornate features + an uncanny resemblance to its edible counterpart. For $1.2 million, it can be yours. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

• Where do the Bucs go after losing to Atlanta again? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
  

• If you’re considering a fall wardrobe update, opt for a cozy oversized cardigan + trendy cropped puffer vest — two cold-weather essentials we swear by.*

• We’re looking for a rising star media seller to be our Sales Executive in charge of National Brand Partnerships with a primary focus on sports newsletters. Apply to join the 6AM City team.

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