New Port Richey, FL|News|
Holiday Deputy-Involved Shooting: Suspect ID'd
An early Sunday morning deputy-involved shooting in Holiday resulted in no injuries, but a suspect is in custody.
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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Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Ultralight Crash Under Investigation
An ultralight aircraft crashed into Lake Thomas in Land O’ Lakes Saturday afternoon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Craigslist Trap, Anti-Muslim Tirade, Bus-Riding Robber
Gator causes crash, illegal puppy sales, 'corrupt' school government rant and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Murder Suspect Captured
St. Petersburg Police say they’ve arrested a man wanted in connection with a Monday murder.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Watch: 4th-Graders Talk About Careers
Manatee Chamber of Commerce members visited more than 150 fourth-grade classrooms to get kids thinking about their futures.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Man, 43, Critically Injured In Crash ID'd
A 43-year-old Riverview man was hospitalized in critical condition after a Saturday morning crash on U.S. 301.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Double Homicide: Details Released
Tampa police have announced the arrest of a man in connection with a Friday night double homicide.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Tampa, FL|News|
New Tampa Shooting Under Investigation
A Friday evening shooting in New Tampa is under investigation by police.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Gator Vs. Motorcycle, Wildfires, Florida's Top Baby Names
Sunshine State unemployment down, Hillsborough sheriff retiring, finally rain in the forecast and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park Ready To Reopen
Starkey Wilderness Park will reopen, but users can expect some areas of limited access due to the Anclote Branch wildfire.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Florida On Fire: 116 Wildfires, But Rain May Soon Provide Relief
The Florida Forest Service reported 116 wildfires burning across the state as the weekend began.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Florida Unemployment Rate Hits Near 10-Year Low
The Tampa Bay area has seen private-sector jobs increase by 31,800 over the year.
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Tampa, FL|News|
David Gee, Hillsborough County Sheriff, Announces Retirement
Hillsborough County Sheriff David Gee has announced his retirement.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Crossing Guard’s Memory Honored
Clearwater police, crossing guards and school children paid their respects to Doug Carey during a two-part ceremony Friday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Man, 33, Found Dead In Backyard
A Sarasota woman found a man dead in her backyard Thursday night.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
ICYMI: Florida’s Most Popular Baby Names For 2016 Are…
Find out which names were the most popular for babies born in the Sunshine State in 2016. Did your name make the list?
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Tampa, FL|News|
McDonald’s Hiring 1,000 Workers In Tampa Bay Area
McDonald’s locations across the Tampa Bay area are hiring to the tune of 1,000 jobs.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Gator Dies After Crash With Motorcycle
A Friday morning crash involving an alligator and a motorcyclist left the man seriously injured. The gator later died from its injuries.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Storms In Tampa Bay’s Weekend Forecast
The Tampa Bay area may see its dry streak end over the upcoming weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Hogtied And Beaten, Thin Blue Line, Gun Range Death
Hero dog moves on in national contest, 83-year-old grad, house comes with its own app and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
