Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Cops Set To Tweet From The Beat
Sarasota residents are invited to “ride-along” with local police as they tweet from the beat.
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|
I-75 Off-Ramp Closing At University Parkway Set
Ongoing work at the I-75, University Parkway interchange is prompting an upcoming off-ramp closing.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Arrest Made In St. Pete Murder
St. Pete Police have announced an arrest in the Tuesday shooting death of Melinda Soria, 35.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Police Need Help Finding Hit-And-Run Driver
Clearwater Police are asking for help finding a motorist involved in a Sunday hit-and-run that left a woman severely injured.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Ybor City Growth Sign Of The Times, Business Owner Says
Image360, a newly launched graphic design and sign business, is banking on Ybor City’s potential for growth.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Stolen Cocaine, Stressed Cities, Manatee Release
Sales tax holiday, walls of glass, man accused of luring teens over Facebook and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Manatee Mom, Baby Ready For Release After Boat Strike
Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo says two manatees rescued earlier this year are ready to return to the wild.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Possibly Suicidal Girl, 17, Reported Missing: Deputies
Hillsborough County deputies are asking for help locating a missing 17-year-old girl.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Man Posed As Girl, Lured Boys For Sex: Cops
A St. Pete man is accused of posing as a teen girl on Facebook to lure boys to homes. One boy was sexually assaulted, police say.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Don Weakens With Season’s Peak Yet To Come
The peak of the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season hasn't arrived, but forecasters are busy tracking two systems.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Restaurant Inspections: Rodent Poop On Buffet
The state temporarily closed several restaurants in the Tampa Bay area last week, including a Taco Bell, Golden Corral and Popeyes.
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Pensacola, FL|News|
Florida Drug Dealer Reported Stolen Cocaine: Cops
A self-described “drug dealer” found himself behind bars after allegedly calling deputies to report that someone stole his cocaine.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Florida’s 2017 Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday: Dates, Details
Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday has arrived. Patch has the details you need to know to cash in on the savings.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County Schools 2017-18 Calendar
Here are all the important dates families need to know about for the upcoming school year that kicks off in August.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Florida’s Most Stressed Cities Ranked
How do Florida cities compare with others across the country in regard to resident stress levels? A new study has the answers.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Robbery Attempt At Bradenton Park Leads To Arrests
Two people face attempted robbery charges following a Monday night robbery attempt at Manatee Palms Park.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco County Schools 2017-18 Calendar
Here are all the important dates families need to know about for the upcoming school year that kicks off in August.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Woman’s Death Under Investigation In St. Pete
St. Petersburg Police are investigating a Tuesday morning homicide involving a female victim.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Dog Shot, Tropical Disturbances, Meteor Showers
Gator-infested lake, Kevlar door, how to help sinkhole victims and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Dog’s Shooting-Related Death Sparks Investigation
Tarpon Springs Police are trying to find the person or people responsible for a 1-year-old German Shepherd mix’s death.
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