St. Pete, FL|News|
Former Gov. Charlie Crist Wins David Jolly’s U.S. House Seat
Republican Rep. David Jolly has lost his seat in the U.S. House to former Gov. Charlie Crist.
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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Tampa, FL|News|
U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio Wins Reelection Bid
The Republican who once had his sights set on a White House run has retained his seat in the U.S. Senate.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Unattended Bag Prompted Florida Poll Evacuation: Reports
An Orange County, Florida, polling place was evacuated Tuesday evening due to a suspicious package.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Watch: Police Need Help Identifying Knife-Wielding Robber
Clearwater Police say the same man is suspected in three recent robberies.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Update: St. Pete Crossing Guard, 72, Dead After Crash
A St. Petersburg school crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on 9th Avenue North Tuesday afternoon. He died later from his injuries.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Fatal Crash Closes Section of I-75 Northbound in Tampa Area
Motorists traveling north on I-75 near Fletcher Avenue will want to take different routes Tuesday afternoon.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Watch: Dolphins Winter and Hope Deliver Election Day Distractions
Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Winter and Hope are stumping for last-minute votes in a race of their own.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Treasure Island Man Dead After I-275 Head-On Crash
Two men were critically injured in a Tuesday morning crash along Interstate 275 in Pinellas County. One of the men later died.
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Brandon, FL|News|
McDonald’s Offering Free Big Macs for Vets
McDonald’s restaurants throughout the Tampa Bay area are honoring veterans with free food.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Deputy Pulls Woman Off Sunshine Skyway Bridge Ledge
A Pinellas deputy on his way home Monday rescued a woman from a ledge on the Skyway Bridge.
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Tampa, FL|News|
7 Schools on Lock-In Status After Shots Fired in Tampa
A report of shots fired along East Cayuga Street has prompted a modified ‘lock-in’ at seven area schools.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
ICYMI: Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub to Become Memorial
Orlando plans to buy the Pulse nightclub and turn it into a memorial honoring those who died in the June 12 terrorist attack.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Election Day 2016: How to Report Polling Place Problems in Tampa Bay
With Election Day 2016 well under way, Patch has places voters can turn to report problems at the polls.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Divisive Election Has Floridians ‘Overwhelmed’
The polls opened across Florida bright and early Tuesday morning with voters citing many reasons for turning out just as the sun came up.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Election Day 2016: What to Know Before Voting in Tampa Bay
Find out what registered voters need to know before casting their ballots on Nov. 8.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Woman Sought in St. Pete Bank Robbery
St. Petersburg Police say a woman in her 50s to 60s robbed a 62nd Avenue Bank of America branch Monday afternoon.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Firefighters Kick Off Annual Holiday Toy Drive
The Lakeland Fire Department is collecting toys for area kids through Dec. 15.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
3 Arrested in Lakeland Home Invasion
A Lakeland woman was robbed at gunpoint in her home early Monday morning.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Port Richey Issues Boil Water Notice
Residents in a Port Richey subdivision and travel park are being asked to boil water after a Monday water main break.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Workweek Weather: Slight Rain Chances Return
Find out what’s in store in the weather department as Election and Veterans Day week continues.
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