Land O' Lakes|News|
Cheaper Florida Concealed Weapon Permits On The Way
The cost to carry a concealed weapon legally in Florida is about to get cheaper. The drop is the third reduction in price in five years.
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|
4th Rabies Case Reported In Hillsborough County
The fourth rabies alert of 2017 has been issued in Hillsborough County after a domestic cat tested positive for the fatal disease.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Potentially Deadly Parasite Found In Florida Counties
A University of Florida study revealed the presence of a potentially deadly parasite in five counties, including Hillsborough.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lutz, FL|News|
Man Exposed Himself To Girl At Dental Office: Deputies
A 20-year-old Lutz man faces charges after allegedly exposing himself to a little girl at a Tampa dental office.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Pinellas Deputy Fired Over Snapchat Post
A Pinellas County deputy was fired after the agency says he made a Snapchat post that whipped up anti-law enforcement sentiments.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Soldier's Child Porn Arrest ‘Disturbing,’ Polk Sheriff Says
A 31-year-old Army specialist stationed at Fort Bragg faces child porn charges out of Lakeland, Florida.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Bloomingdale Park Improvements: County Wants Input
Hillsborough County has set an open house to talk about proposed improvements at Bloomingdale East and West parks.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Miss Manatee County Has Her Time On Stage, ‘At Last’
The reigning Miss Manatee County took the stage Wednesday during the second night of the Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Maggot-Covered Dog Leads To 2 Arrests In Sarasota
Two Sarasota residents face animal cruelty charges after a maggot-covered dog was found tied to a trailer.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Man, 36, Killed In Possible Racing Crash
A crash that claimed the life of a St. Petersburg man involved a 15-year-old driver and possible racing, police say.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Man Who Helped Lost Girl Says His Life Is ‘Tarnished’ By Facebook Shaming
A Lakeland man that was beaten after trying to help a lost toddler at a ballpark says his life has taken a tragic turn.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Charlie Crist’s Condo, School Grades, Bathroom Rules
Anti-death penalty prosecutor has day in court, man saves trooper and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
2017 School Grades: How Tampa Bay Area Districts Fared
The Florida Department of Education released school and district grades on Wednesday. Find out how Tampa Bay districts stacked up.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County’s 2017 School Grades Released
Polk County Schools maintained its C grade during the 2016-17 academic year. Find out how your child’s school scored.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Man Saves Florida Trooper From Runaway SUV
A Temple Terrace man is credited with saving a Florida Highway Patrol trooper from serious injury on Wednesday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco County’s 2017 School Grades Released
Pasco County Schools saw its district grade rise from a C to a B in 2017. Find out how your child’s school scored.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Pinellas County’s 2017 School Grades Released
The Pinellas County School District earned an A grade for the 2016-17 academic year.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota County’s 2017 School Grades Released
The Sarasota County School District earned an A grade for the 2016-17 academic year.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Manatee County’s 2017 School Grades Released
The School District of Manatee County earned a B grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 2016-17 academic year.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Hillsborough County's 2017 School Grades Released
The Florida Department of Education has released grades for schools across the state. Find out how your child’s school did.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
