Brandon, FL|News|
False Killer Whale Deaths, Pelican Sickness, Little Daredevil
Jurassic gator, accused cop killer captured, 86 jobs and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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Florida Editor
Email: sherri.lonon@patch.com
Born in Rochester, N.Y.
Sherri Lonon moved to Land O' Lakes via Amsterdam, N.Y., when she was 12. Lonon attended Pine View Middle and Land O' Lakes High before going on to receive her degree in history from the University of South Florida.
Always an avid writer, she began her career in journalism in 1990, writing mostly about local communities such as Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Carrollwood, Town 'N Country and Plant City. She also served as the community relations coordinator for the Hillsborough County Water Department. She is married and has two daughters.
When she's not working, she enjoys reading, watching a good horror movie and hanging out with her family and friends.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Atlanta Braves Plan To Make North Port Spring Training Home
The Atlanta Braves could begin hosting spring training games in Sarasota County by 2019.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Accused Orlando Cop Killer: Captured
Markeith Loyd, the man accused of killing an Orlando Police officer last week, is now in custody.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
86 Jobs: Wildlife Specialist, Collections Manager, Preschool Teacher
Employers throughout the Tampa Bay area and nearby are looking for new hires.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
1 Injured In Clearwater Area Shooting
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting that resulted in life-threatening injuries.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Photo: Hunt On For Lutz Burglary Suspect
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a person deputies say broke into the Lutz AT&T store recently.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Pelican Deaths Under Investigation In St. Pete
St. Petersburg officials are working to determine why more than a dozen pelicans have been found dead or sick in recent days.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Teen Reported Missing, Endangered
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating a 16-year-old boy who has been reported as missing.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
82 False Killer Whales Die After Mass Stranding Off Florida Coast
The stranding of 95 false killer whales off Florida's coast is being called the biggest occurrence of its kind in the U.S.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Jury Scam Warning Issued By Sheriff’s Office
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a rise in jury scam reports.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Little Daredevil Rescued From Clearwater Chimney
Clearwater firefighters found themselves handling an unusual rescue call Monday when a little girl got trapped in a chimney.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Double Homicide: Search For Suspect Vehicle Continues
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help identifying the owner of a car that might be connected to a double murder.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Watch: Jurassic Gator Creates Stir At Florida Nature Preserve
Visitors to Lakeland’s Circle B Bar Reserve got an eyeful recently thanks to a massive gator that was out on a stroll.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
T-Shirt Weather On Tap For Tampa Bay’s Workweek
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department over the next few days.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Child Stuck In Clearwater Chimney
Clearwater emergency officials are working to rescue a child who managed to get stuck in a chimney Monday night.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
‘Super Slide’ Returns, Job Growth, Eaglet Thrives: Good News
Free Busch Gardens passes for tots, ‘hot’ real estate markets, Gold Cup soccer and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Pedestrian Killed In Bradenton Crash
A 24-year-old woman was killed in a Sunday crash along State Road 45.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 Dead In Tampa Hit-And-Run Crash
Two people died in a Sunday night hit-and-run crash in Tampa, including the mother of a 3-year-old child.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Captured: Fugitive Who Slipped Police Custody
Clearwater Police were asking for help tracking down a man who fled arrest early Monday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Flu Deaths, 100 Best Jobs, U2 Coming To Tampa
Dogs rescued from meat farm, kidnapped baby found 18 years later, immigration policy change and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
