Tampa, FL|News|
Soaring Heat In Tampa Bay’s Short Workweek Forecast
Steamy temperatures that made outdoor conditions oppressive over the 4th of July holiday are expected to stick around.
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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Gulfport, FL|News|
Man, 31, Killed In Gulfport Shooting
The Gulfport Police Department is investigating a Tuesday night shooting that left a 31-year-old man dead.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Wild Monkeys, Pit Bull Attack, Tropical Weather
Pickup slams into restaurant, man named Hero shot, Wow house and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Don Could Form Soon: Forecasters
The National Hurricane Center says an area of disturbed tropical weather is showing greater potential for development.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Pickup Slams Into Sarasota’s Lobster Pot
A medical emergency is being blamed for a Tuesday morning crash that ended with a Dodge Ram partially inside the Lobster Pot.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Florida Man Fires BB Gun At Deputies Gets Shot: Sheriff
A man named Hero is accused of firing a BB gun at Pasco County deputies. They returned fire with real guns.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Man, 32, Gunned Down On Tampa Street
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a Monday afternoon shooting in the middle of a street that left a man dead.
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Tampa, FL|News|
‘Tropical Depression Could Form’ Later In Week: Forecasters
The National Hurricane Center says an area of disturbed tropical weather has a strong chance of developing over the next few days.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Brandon Woman, 32, Reported Missing
Hillsborough County deputies need help finding a Brandon woman who hasn’t been seen for days.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Hit-And-Run Driver Sought By Troopers
A Monday morning hit and run crash on I-75 near Fletcher Avenue sent a woman to the hospital.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pit Bull Attack Victims Identified
An attack involving five pit bulls is under investigation by the St. Petersburg Police Department.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Wild Monkeys ‘Attack’ Family At Florida Park (Video)
A family encountered some serious monkey business during a recent visit to Silver Springs State Park. There’s even video to prove it.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
2 Bradenton Residents Killed In Motorcycle Crash
Two Bradenton residents were killed in Saturday night motorcycle crash in Pinellas County.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued For Tampa Bay Area
Slow-moving thunderstorms could create minor flooding issues as the 4th of July approaches.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Dangerous Cities, Hall Of Fame, Fight To Keep Cross
Cheaper concealed weapon permits; cops say boy, 11, fathered woman’s child; fresh start for vets and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Wow Houses: Charlie Crist’s Condo, Backyard Paradise
Explore some of the more elaborate homes on the Tampa Bay area real estate market.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tropical Disturbance Ripe For Development: Forecasters
The National Hurricane Center says an area of disturbed tropical weather may develop more over the next few days.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Man's Body Recovered From Tampa Bay
Police say a body recovered from Tampa Bay Sunday morning is believed to belong to a swimmer reported missing Saturday.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Tot Given Away, Penis Shot, Animatronic Trump: Weird Florida
Good Samaritan’s life ‘tarnished,’ accused forger caught holding the bag, deadly parasite and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Missing Swimmer Identified By Authorities
Tampa Police say a search for a missing swimmer will resume Sunday morning.
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