Tampa, FL|News|
Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued For Tampa Bay Area
Boaters will want to take care on Tampa Bay area waters as a cold front moves in. Fog is also expected to be a concern for some.
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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Lakeland, FL|News|
Bills Target Floridians Who Text Behind The Wheel
Two House bills could make the consequences for texting while driving more serious in the Sunshine State.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Starbucks Giving Away Free Espresso: Reminder
Starbucks locations in the Tampa Bay area are hosting ‘Pop-Up Cheer Parties’ through Jan. 2.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Police ID Naked Man Who Died After Stopping Tampa Traffic
Details are starting to emerge in a Wednesday morning incident in Tampa that ended with a 39-year-old man’s death.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
1 Dead In Tampa Pedestrian Crash
A 70-year-old Tampa man is dead following a crash on Independence Parkway Tuesday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Workplace Fatalities, AMC Buys Carmike, Cooler Weather
Outback Bowl, teen shot while defending mom, eaglet watch and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
AMC Buys Carmike Locations In West Central Florida
Several Carmike Cinemas in the Tampa Bay area have new owners following the acquisition.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Cooler Weather On The Way For Tampa Bay Area
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counties in the weather department as the New Year approaches.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Teen Shot While Defending Mom, Cops Say
A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the stomach late Monday night. The accused shooter is in custody.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Woman Arrested In Fatal Clearwater Stabbing
The woman wanted in connection with a Monday morning stabbing in Clearwater has been charged with second-degree murder.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Florida 3rd In Number Of Workplace Fatalities
Florida has the third highest number of fatal work injuries in the nation, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Teen Repeatedly Rammed Deputy’s Cruiser With Stolen Vehicle: Sheriff
A 16-year-old Clearwater boy faces charges after Pinellas County deputies say he repeatedly rammed a cruiser with a stolen car.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Man Killed In Largo Pedestrian Crash
A late Monday night accident involving a pickup truck and pedestrian resulted in a fatality.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Cabbie Shot In Largo Armed Robbery
A cab driver trying to pick up a fare in Largo was shot Monday evening.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Watch Live Eagle Cam: Florida's Little E9 Isn't So Little Anymore
Florida’s beloved eaglet is gaining strength and confidence.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Havana Cruises, Eaglet Watch, Bouncing Baby Tiger: Good News
Sea turtle nest numbers up, baby’s arrival anything but ordinary, first female ringmaster and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
3-Alarm Condo Fire Reported In New Haven
Firefighters were working a three-alarm blaze at a condominium complex in New Haven Monday afternoon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Fatal Clearwater Stabbing Under Investigation
A woman was found stabbed inside a home in Clearwater Monday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Suspect Named In Fatal Shooting At Bradenton Bar
Manatee County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for a man in connection with a early Monday morning shooting at a Bradenton bar.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
90 Jobs: Chef, Crane Operator, Bookkeeper
Employers throughout the Tampa Bay area and nearby are looking for new hires as the year comes to a close.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
