Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Old Navy Robbed, Clerk Hit: 4 Tampa Residents Arrested
Lakeland Police say they have charged four Tampa residents in a Monday evening robbery that took a violent turn.
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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Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
14 Arrested in 60-Day Auto Theft Spree
Forty-two of 46 vehicles stolen in the last 60 days in south Hillsborough County had their keys left inside, deputies say.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Thanksgiving Beach Plans? Here’s How to Check Tampa Bay Area Water Conditions
Learn how to check on conditions at beaches throughout the Tampa Bay area before heading out over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Santa Jaws Resurfaces at Mote Marine This Week
Mote Marine Aquarium’s mascot intends to give Santa Claus a hand this holiday season.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Manatee Emoji? Florida Zoo Fights for the Cause
Lowry Park Zoo is pushing for the creation of a manatee emoji to spread the word about Florida’s gentle giants.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
3 Clearwater Convenience Stores Robbed in 1 Day
Breaking: Clearwater police believe the same person is responsible for two of the robberies, but are unsure about the third.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Sanctuary City Request, Talking Turkey, Hillary Clinton on Santa’s ‘Naughty List?’
Record-breaking tourism numbers, State Fair tickets, Sprouts Farmers Market hiring and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Florida Sets Tourism Record With 85 Million Visitors
An estimated 85 million people have visited Florida so far this year despite a terrorist attack and Zika virus concerns.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Florida State Fair: Advance Discount Ticket Sales Start Soon
Advance admission tickets for the 2017 Florida State Fair and concert ticket sales begin early next month.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Talking Turkey: Food Safety Advice for Thanksgiving
Find out how to avoid passing along food-borne illnesses this holiday season.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa a Sanctuary City? Activists Ask for Designation
Activists have asked Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn to consider designating the city a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Otto Forms, No Threat for Florida
A late-season tropical storm has officially cropped up in the Caribbean Sea.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Loud TV Led to Brandon Grow House Bust: Deputies
Two Brandon residents face drug, child neglect and grand theft charges after deputies say they stumbled upon a grow house operation.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
AAA Offering Safe Rides Home Thanksgiving Weekend
Tampa Bay area motorists who find themselves too impaired to get behind the wheel can get a safe ride home courtesy of AAA.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Sprouts Farmers Market Hiring for New Carrollwood Location
Sprouts Farmers Market is looking for people to staff its first Florida store, which will open in the Carrollwood area.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Thanksgiving Week 2016 Weather: Warmer Temps, Fire Risk in Tampa Bay’s Forecast
The Tampa Bay area’s chilly streak won’t make it as long as the turkey, but continued dry weather poses increased fire risks.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Mall Santa Says Hillary Clinton on ‘Naughty List,’ Gets Replaced: Reports
A Florida mall Santa has been replaced after reportedly telling a little girl Hillary Clinton was on his naughty list.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
47 Jobs: Math Teacher, Detention Deputy, Pet Food Specialist
Tampa Bay area jobseekers will find many employers in the region have put out help wanted signs in recent days.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Thanksgiving Travel, Strawberry Festival Headliners, National Anthem Sit In
Juvenile arrests down, Cupcake ATM, Santa’s Workshop and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Named ‘Enchanting, Magical Christmas Town’
St. Petersburg has been recognized among Florida’s most 'magical towns' for celebrating Christmas.
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