Sarasota, FL|News|
Donald Trump’s Transition Team, Zika Cases Up, Seafood Festival
George Zimmerman’s bar brouhaha, family dispute turns deadly, crossing guard remembered 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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Brandon, FL|News|
Pam Bondi Named To Donald Trump’s Transition Team: Reports
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi will reportedly serve as a member of President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Florida Zika Virus Cases Edge Past 1,150
The total number of reported Zika virus cases in the state of Florida climbed to 1,158 on Friday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Crossing Guard’s Death Prompts Benefit’s Launch
The Sun Coast Police Benevolent Association is raising money to benefit the family of David Roundtree, 72.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Details Emerge in Vehicle-Versus-Bicyclist Crash
A St. Petersburg woman suffered life-threatening injuries during a Thursday afternoon crash.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Mother Shot, Son Dead After Family Dispute
Polk County Sheriff’s deputies say a family dispute took a violent turn Thursday evening, leading to a deputy-involved shooting.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Battery Brouhaha, Racial Slurs Prompted George Zimmerman’s Bar Bouncing: Deputies
George Zimmerman was trespassed from a Sanford bar after a ruckus broke out Wednesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Homicide Under Investigation
Tampa Police are investigating the death of a man found on Nebraska Avenue Thursday night.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Weekend Weather: Tampa Bay's Mild, Sunny Streak May Not Last Much Longer
Forecasters anticipate a mild weekend ahead for the Tampa Bay area, but the rain-free streak may come to an end next week.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Crash Closes Stretch of 54th Avenue South
A woman was seriously injured in a vehicle-versus-bicycle crash in St. Pete Thursday evening.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
$18 Million Lotto Win, Listeria Ice Cream Recall, ‘Emergency Protest’
Drowning suspect fished from canal, Rick Scott says ‘no’ to Washington, medical marijuana and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Karate Teacher Had ‘Sexual Contact’ with Young Girl: Deputies
The owner of Undisputed Fitness & Martial Arts in Tampa is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 12-year-old girl.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Firefighters Roll Out 2017 Rescued Pets Calendar
Money raised by calendar sales will benefit rescued animals in Lakeland.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Florida’s Medical Marijuana Amendment: What Happens Next?
It may be months before Floridians are able to obtain medical marijuana for the treatment of debilitating medical conditions.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Woman Scores $18 Million Florida Lotto Win
A Lakeland woman managed to snag a big win in a recent Florida Lotto drawing.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
‘Emergency Protest’ Against President-Elect Donald Trump Planned in Tampa
Students for a Democratic Society has set a Thursday night protest against Donald Trump’s election.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Manatee County Veterans Day Parade 2016: Time, Location, Route
The Manatee County Veterans Council is hosting its annual Veterans Day Parade Friday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Veterans Day Parade 2016: Road Closings, Details
Breaking: Sarasota Police are planning to close off several roads for Friday’s Veterans Day Parade.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Deputies Fish Drowning Suspect Out of Canal
Two Pasco County deputies rescued a man who dove into a canal to escape capture.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Gov. Rick Scott Going to Washington?
Gov. Rick Scott supported President-elect Donald Trump, but that doesn’t mean he’s ready to leave the Sunshine State.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
