New Port Richey, FL|News|
Post Office to Honor Elfers Purple Heart Recipient
An Elfers resident killed in combat in Vietnam in 1969 is being honored posthumously during a renaming ceremony at the post office.
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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Sarasota, FL|News|
Lockdowns Lifted at 3 Sarasota Schools, Suspects Being Interviewed
Breaking: The Sarasota Police Department said three schools were put on lockdown Friday as officers searched for two auto burglary suspects.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Hillary Clinton, Tim Kaine Set Florida Rallies
Breaking: Democrat presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton will rally in South Florida Saturday while Sen. Tim Kaine makes stops of his own.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Marijuana, Gun, Cash Seized After Jeep Speeds Through School Zone: Cops
A 21-year-old Sarasota man faces a list of charges after an officer allegedly clocked him going twice the limit in a school zone.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Donald Trump Announces Tampa Rally
The Republican presidential hopeful is making a stop in Tampa over the weekend.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Explosion Risk: Samsung Recalls 2.8 Million Washing Machines
Samsung has announced the recall of 2.8 million top-loading washing machines following reports of explosions and injury.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Threat Leads to Student Arrest, Sea Turtle Nesting, Presidential Rallies
Accused serial masturbator arrested, 275 bottles of nail polish stolen, election guide and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Serial Masturbator Arrested, Sheriff Says
Breaking: A 24-year-old man stands accused of pulling up to people in a PT cruiser, asking for directions and then proceeding to masturbate.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Arrest Made Crash That Killed Tampa Woman, Hurt Polk Deputy
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has announced an arrest in a fatal hit-and-run crash.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sea Turtle Nesting Not Quite Over
Mote Marine Scientists are warning beachgoers a few stray sea turtle nests may remain unhatched.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Man Accused of Impregnating 13-Year-Old
Breaking: A 26-year-old man faces criminal charges after being accused of impregnating at teen.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Election Guide 2016: Polling Places, Times, Amendments for Tampa Bay and Beyond
Find out what to know before you head to the polls Nov. 8.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
MCAT Route Changes Announced
Some Manatee County Area Transit routes are changing starting Nov. 12.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
LongHorn Steakhouse Announces Lutz Opening Date
The LongHorn Steakhouse set to open near the Tampa Premium Outlets is hiring.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama Rally in Florida on Sunday
Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton will be joined by President Barack Obama during a Sunday rally in Kissimmee.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Watch Replay: President Obama Rallies for Hillary Clinton in Jacksonville, Florida
After a Thursday appearance in Miami, President Barack Obama is heading to Jacksonville to rally for Hillary Clinton.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Watch Replay: Donald Trump Rally in Jacksonville, Florida
Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump is rallying in Jacksonville.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
1 Dead in Bradenton Shooting
Bradenton Police say a Thursday morning shooting has left one man dead while another faces charges.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Ridgewood High Student’s Arrest Serves as Reminder, Superintendent Says
A 15-year-old boy faces felony charges after allegedly threatening to ‘shoot up’ Ridgewood High School.
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Tampa, FL|News|
275 Bottles of Nail Polish Swiped, 2 Suspects Sought
Hillsborough County deputies need help identifying two people accused of stealing more than 275 bottles of nail polish.
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