Lakeland, FL|News|
Help Name Orlando Magic’s Lakeland D-League Team
Fans are being asked to come up with names for the Orlando Magic’s D-League team that will soon play in Lakeland.
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|
Sarasota Couple Bilked Church For $40K: Sheriff
A husband and wife from Sarasota face felony charges after deputies say they stole nearly $40,000 from Faith Baptist Church.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
2nd Arrest For Former New Port Richey Cop
A former New Port Richey Police officer is accused of fleeing authorities on his motorcycle.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Florida Deadliest State For Pedestrians: Report
Metro areas across Florida have been called out for being among the most dangerous in the country for pedestrians.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Skyway Bridge Delays Caused By 2 Crashes
Motorists are being warned that two separate crashes have created delays and blockage on the Skyway Bridge Tuesday morning.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Accused Hit-And-Run Driver Turns Himself In
A driver involved in one of two fatal hit-and-run crashes in St. Petersburg Monday night turned himself into authorities.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pedestrian Killed In St. Pete Hit-And-Run
A search is on for a motorist involved in a fatal Monday night hit-and-run on 49th Street North
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Man Caugth With Cocaine, Marijuana At Park: Cops
A routine patrol at Fredd Atkins Park ended with the arrest of a Sarasota man the seizure of drugs and cash.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Man Called 911 To Report Cops, Nearly Ran Over Officer: Police Say
A Holiday man is accused of calling 911 on New Port Richey police and then sparking a chase that ended in the Carrollwood area.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Deadly Salmonella: Palmer Candy Issues Nationwide Recall
Palmer Candy has issued a voluntary recall due to possible salmonella contamination in some of its products shipped nationally.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Accused Orlando Cop Killer’s ‘Most Wanted’ Aspirations Aired On Facebook
The man accused of killing an Orlando Police officer on Monday posted about wanting to be on "America’s Most Wanted."
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Support For Orlando Pours In Following Officers' Deaths
Orlando lost two law enforcement officers in the line of duty Monday. Condolences have been pouring in as the manhunt continues.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Officers Down, U2 In Tampa, Burglar Shot By Homeowner
Dolphin makes football picks, warmer weather, seven arrested after feeding the homeless and other stories from Florida Patch.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
New Port Richey Man Dies In Deputies’ Custody
A 55-year-old New Port Richey man is dead following a Sunday incident.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
83 Jobs: Brew Master, Librarian, Police Cadet
Employers throughout the Tampa Bay area and nearby are looking for new hires.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Alabama? Clemson? Watch As Dolphin Makes Its Pick
A rescued dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium has made his pick for the Clemson vs. Alabama national championship game.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Arrest Made In Road Rage Shooting
A 24-year-old man has been charged in connection with a Friday morning shooting at a North Port intersection.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
7 Arrested For Feeding Homeless; Tampa Police Respond
Police say those charged were given options on other places they could distribute food to the homeless before Saturday’s arrests.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Homeowner Shoots, Kills Burglary Suspect
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Sunday burglary that took a deadly turn.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Orlando Cop Killed In Shooting; Deputy Dies During Manhunt (Video)
A $60,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of the man accused of killing an Orlando cop Monday morning.
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