Tampa, FL|News|
Former Buc Warren Sapp To Donate Brain To Science
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Warren Sapp plans to donate his brain for concussion research.
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|
Accused Robber Stabbed By Clerk Captured
Hillsborough County deputies say a man stabbed by a store clerk during an alleged robbery has been caught.
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Brandon, FL|News|
2nd Sibling Dies After Hotel Drowning
A 17-year-old girl found unresponsive in a Tampa hotel’s pool earlier in the week has died.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Man Missing, Feared Suicidal
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a missing 56-year-old Tampa man.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Dad’s Truck Shot Up, Rodent Poop, Rough Waters
Bald Eagle Day, swimmer’s dream, possible abduction and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Florida Celebrates American Bald Eagle Day
In honor of American Bald Eagle Day, Florida wildlife officials offer tips for watching these creatures in their natural habitat.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Shootout Video Released By Cops
The Sarasota Police Department has released video of two cars involved in a Monday afternoon shootout.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Home Destroyed In Fire
Three adults and a child escaped a Tuesday morning fire that destroyed their Tampa home.
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Dunedin, FL|News|
Dunedin’s The Inn Damaged By Fire
A fire broke out at The Inn in Dunedin Tuesday morning forcing evacuations of nearby businesses.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Landlord Sexually Battered Female Tenant: Deputies
A Bradenton landlord is accused of sexually battering a 26-year-old woman and holding her against her will.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Restaurant Inspections: Rodent Poop In Peppers
State inspectors temporarily shut down seven restaurants in the Tampa Bay area last week.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Man, 23, Shot Up Dad’s Truck, Deputies Say
Pasco County deputies are looking for a New Port Richey man in connection with a Monday assault.
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Safety Harbor, FL|News|
Safety Harbor Man’s Death Deemed Suspicious
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the Monday death of a 61-year-old Safety Harbor man.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Woman's Possible Abduction Under Investigation In Tampa
Tampa Police are investigating reports about a possible abduction that took place Monday.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Sarasota Woman Killed In Motorcycle Crash ID’d
More information has been released about a fatal June 13 crash in Bradenton that claimed the life of a 20-year-old Sarasota woman.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Hazardous Weather Warnings Go Up In Tampa Bay Area
Tropical Storm Cindy in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to have an impact on Tampa Bay’s weather over the next few days.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Shootout, Mumford & Sons, Key West Style
Stormy weather, St. Pete Pride, home invasion and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Shootout Between Motorists Under Investigation In Sarasota
Sarasota Police are investigating a Monday afternoon shooting that occurred on North Washington Boulevard.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Depression Forces West Waters Avenue Closing
Motorists are being asked to steer clear of a section of West Waters Avenue after a depression opened up Monday.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Bret Officially Forms As 2nd Storm Threatens The Gulf Coast
One of two tropical disturbances under watch by the National Hurricane Center is expected to bring heavy rain to parts of Florida.
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