Tampa, FL|News|
‘Blue’ Gopher Tortoise No Laughing Matter: State Wildlife Officials
The recent discovery of a gopher tortoise spray-painting blue has state officials reminding folks to steer clear of the protected species.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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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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Clearwater, FL|News|
Florida's Rural Counties: An Endangered Species, Federal Data Shows
Find out how counties throughout the Tampa Bay area rank in 'rurality levels,' according to federal data.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Temple Terrace, FL|News|
‘Armed and Dangerous’ Suspect Sought on Home Invasion Warrants
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help locating a 22-year-old man wanted in connection with a home invasion.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Missing, Endangered Man Sought By Manatee County Deputies
Manatee County deputies are asking for help locating a man they say has made threats to harm himself and others.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Woman Blew Nearly 5 Times Over Legal Limit: Deputies
A Wednesday night crash in Brandon resulted in a DUI charge for a motorist. The charge was her second in recent months.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Finger Amputation Risk: Children’s Slides Recalled by Playworld Systems
About 1,300 Playworld children’s slides sold across the country over the last 16 years are being recalled due to amputation risk.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas Park Christmas Parade 2017: Route, Road Closings
The 44th annual Pinellas Park Christmas Parade steps off this Saturday, Dec. 10.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Florida Strawberry Festival 2017 Concert Tickets On Sale Now
Headline entertainers for the 2017 Florida Strawberry Festival include 3 Doors Down, Willie Nelson and Rascal Flatts.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
‘The Nutcracker,’ Stiffed Cabbie, USF Losing Taggart
2 shot in Ruskin cocaine sting, Bay area Zika virus cases up, Sandy Hook parent’s life threatened and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Brandon, FL|News|
New Zika Virus Case Confirmed in Tampa Bay Area
Florida’s total number of Zika virus cases climbed to 1,236 on Wednesday with a new case in Hillsborough County among those confirmed.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
‘The Nutcracker’ to Appear in Local Theaters
The Bolshoi Ballet’s rendition of ‘The Nutcracker’ will play in theaters throughout the Tampa Bay area in time for the holidays.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Man’s Shooting Death Under Investigation
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Wednesday morning shooting on French Creek Road.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
ICYMI: Sandy Hook Parent’s Life Threatened by Tampa Woman, Feds Say
A 57-year-old Tampa woman stands accused of threatening the parent of a child who died in the Sandy Hook massacre.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
66th Street Median Changes: Virtual Public Hearing Set
The Florida Department of Transportation plans a Thursday public hearing on proposed changes to 66th Street in St. Pete.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Palm Avenue House Fire Under Investigation
Breaking: Tampa Fire Rescue is on the scene of a fire that broke out in a home on West Palm Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Stiffed Cabbie Leads Cops to Suspected Armed Robber
Breaking: A man is in custody following a late-night robbery at a Clearwater Subway.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Soft-Spoken Bank Robber Busted After Tips Poured In
A New Port Richey man was arrested following a Tuesday robbery at TD Bank.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
2 Pasco County Educators Shine in Governor’s Eyes
An assistant principal from Land O’ Lakes and Cotee River Elementary's principal were honored by Gov. Rick Scott Tuesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
‘Phoenix’ Rising From Florida Polytechnic Campus
Florida Polytechnic broke ground Wednesday for construction of its new phoenix-shaped wellness center.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Home Invasion, Attempted Sexual Battery Spark Manhunt
Hillsborough deputies are searching for a man in connection with a recent home invasion.
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