Sarasota, FL|News|
Pumpkin Tossing, Giant Toads, Groping Therapy: Weird Florida
George Zimmerman shooter sentenced, sleepy burglar, painful backfire 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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Clearwater, FL|News|
4 People Rescued After Boat Capsizes Near John’s Pass
A boat carrying four passengers capsized about 12 miles west of John’s Pass early Saturday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Body Recovered Near Courtney Campbell Causeway
Breaking: Tampa Police say the body of a man was recovered near the Courtney Campbell Causeway boat ramp Saturday morning.
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Tampa, FL|News|
2 Dead in Fiery Veterans Expressway Crash
Breaking: Two people are dead and another faces criminal charges after an early Saturday morning crash on the Veterans Expressway.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Police Search for Missing Boater Near Courtney Campbell
A boater reportedly went under water near the Courtney Campbell Causeway Friday afternoon and didn’t resurface.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Box Car Rally, Teen Drivers, Chilly Nights
Tampa Trump rally set, adorable kitten rescued, water-damaged vehicles and other stories from Florida Patch.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Scream Acres 2016: The Frights Return This Weekend
The annual Halloween event takes place at Starkey Wilderness Park.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Police, Others Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Pills
The Sarasota Police department is offering a pill drop for area residents this Saturday.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Trespassing Call Led to Kitten’s Rescue
A plucky little kitten has a new home thanks to Pasco County Sheriff’s deputies.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota County Early Voting 2016: Where to Cast Your Ballot
Sarasota County voters who want to beat the Nov. 8 rush will find early voting starts Monday, Oct. 24.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Fire Medic Ready to Race in Achieva Box Car Rally
The 2016 Achieva Box Car Rally takes place Saturday along Cleveland Street.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Donald Trump Sets Tampa Rally in Time for Early Voting's Start
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump will make a Tampa appearance next week.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Update: Misunderstanding Prompted Scare Related to Orange Lincoln, Deputies Say
A girl walking to a Bradenton Boys & Girls Club after school Thursday was reportedly approached by a suspicious man.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County Early Voting 2016: Where to Cast Your Ballot
Polk County voters who want to beat the Nov. 8 rush will find early voting starts Monday, Oct. 24.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
ICYMI: Water-Damaged Vehicles Could Be Flooding Florida's Resale Market
The Sunshine State ranks third in the nation for the resale of flood-damaged vehicles.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Identity of Tampa Murder Victim Released
A woman was found in a Tampa road Thursday, suffering from head wounds that would prove fatal.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Weekend Weather: Cooler Days, Chilly Nights
A cold front moving into Florida is expected to bring mild conditions, but Gulf conditions may be perilous for some boaters.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Air Bag Recall, Thousands of Dead Fish, Lightning Score
First responders receive big thanks, pumpkin toss arrest, Obamacare and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Woman Found Dying in Street
A woman was found in the middle of Tampa’s Flora Street Thursday afternoon, suffering from head injuries. She later died.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Man Accused of Hanging, Beating Puppy
A 39-year-old Bradenton man is accused of beating a puppy after it chewed on one of his shoes.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
