Tampa, FL|News|
Hillsborough County School District Announces Friday Status
Breaking: Hillsborough County Public Schools has made a decision about classes on Sept. 2 in light of Hurricane Hermine.
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|
Tornado Watch Extended for Tampa Bay Area
Breaking: Several counties in the Tampa Bay area remain under a tornado watch until Friday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
DUI Wolfpack Set to Prowl Pinellas County
Breaking: The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and other agencies are conducting a Labor Day weekend DUI Wolfpack.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Bayshore Boulevard Section Closed Ahead of Possible Flooding
Breaking: The city of Tampa has closed a section of Bayshore Boulevard in advance of anticipated flooding.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
After-School Activities Canceled in Sarasota County
Breaking: Heavy rains expected courtesy of Tropical Storm Hermine have caused a change in plans for Sarasota County school kids.
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Street Flooding Reported in Clearwater Beach Area
Breaking: Clearwater officials are asking motorists to stay away from the Clearwater Beach area Thursday afternoon.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Hermine Closes Skyway Bridge
Breaking: Motorists who use the Skyway Bridge will need to find different routes as strong winds move into the area.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Zika Virus Found in Miami-Dade Mosquitoes; Florida Leaders Want Congress to Act
Breaking: The state of Florida has confirmed that some mosquitoes in the Miami-Dade County area have tested positive for Zika virus.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point Closed After Fire
Breaking: A Wednesday night fire caused the hospital to lose power and backup power, forcing an evacuation.
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Publix, Winn-Dixie Labor Day 2016 Store Hours
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ICYMI: Entenmann’s Recalls Little Bites Brownies, Muffins For Choking Hazard
Breaking: Entenmann’s has issued a recall on some of its Little Bites brownie and muffin products due to possible plastic contamination.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tow 2 Go Returns to Tampa Bay Area for Labor Day 2016
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Hurricane Hermine Florida Landfall Draws Closer; May Swing Up East Coast
Breaking: Hurricane Hermine was packing winds of 80 mph late Thursday night on her approach to Florida's Big Bend area.
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Tropical Storm Hermine, Hospital Evacuated, Salmonella Scare
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Bayonet Point Hospital Evacuated After Fire
Breaking: The Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point is evacuating patients following an electrical fire that knocked out power.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Hermine Forces Restrictions at Florida Gulf Coast Ports
Breaking: The U.S. Coast Guard has declared Port Condition X-Ray at some Gulf Coast ports and Condition Yankee at others.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Pasco County Declares Local State of Emergency Ahead of Tropical Storm Hermine
Breaking: Pasco County is expecting Tropical Storm Hermine to bring heavy rain, wind and the potential for flooding.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Manatee County Announces Government Closings
Breaking: Manatee County government offices are closing in advance of Tropical Storm Hermine’s Thursday arrival.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
ICYMI: Tim Tebow Offered Baseball Contract by Bridgeport Bluefish
Breaking: Tim Tebow has been offered a baseball contract by the Bridgeport Bluefish in Connecticut.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Hermine: Manatee County Cancels Classes
Breaking: Manatee County schools are closing in advance of Tropical Storm Hermine’s anticipated Thursday arrival.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
