Tampa, FL|News|
Man Dies After Fall Near Tampa Convention Center
A worker who fell into water near the Tampa Convention Center Monday has died.
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|
Katy Perry Announces Tampa Tour Stop
Katy Perry is making a stop in Tampa later this year. Tickets go on sale soon.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Early Alarms For River Ridge Students Return
River Ridge Middle and High School students will have to get up early once more starting Tuesday.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
I-75 Reopen After Crash
Motorists with Monday morning plans to travel north on Interstate 75 through Pasco County found their path blocked following a crash.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Quail Hollow Shooting: Person Of Interest Sought
Pasco County deputies are asking for help locating a person of interest in a Sunday shooting at Quail Hollow golf and country club.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
1 Dead, 3 Injured In 3-Vehicle Crash
A 24-year-old man died following a three-vehicle crash in St. Petersburg on Sunday.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Slight Rain Chances In Tampa Bay’s Forecast
The Tampa Bay area is in for another hot, dry start to the week, but a change is on the horizon that may ease wildfire woes.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Siesta Key On MTV, Florida On Fire, Best Employers
Comic book scientist, nurses make caregiving family affair, Publix No. 1 and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Missing Riverview Teen Found
A Riverview teen reported missing on Saturday has been found safe.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Suncoast Parkway Reopens After Brush Fire
The Suncoast Parkway has reopened following a brush-fire prompted closing.
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Runaway Zebra, Hit List, Bad Getaway Idea
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Missing Child Alert Issued For Florida Teen
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is asking for help locating a missing 15-year-old girl.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Challenging High Schools, Rain, Red Tide
Illegal puppy sales, 100 palms, conspicuous stolen pickup and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Brandon Woman, 22, Dies Days After Crash
A 22-year-old Brandon woman involved in a single-car crash on May 6 has died.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Illegal Puppy Sales Land 2 In Jail
The Florida Department of Agriculture arrested two Tampa residents for allegedly selling puppies without proper paperwork.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tampa Bay’s ‘Most Challenging’ High Schools Named By The Washington Post
The Washington Post has released its 2017 list of the Most Challenging High Schools in America. Is yours on the list?
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Red Tide Levels Low In Time For Mother’s Day
The red tide organism was found in Tampa Bay area waters over the past week, but concentrations were low.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Florida Wildfires Demand ‘Reality Check,’ Insurers Say
With more than 140 wildfires raging across Florida, property insurers offer advice for homeowners and renters.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Man Accused In Anti-Muslim Tirade Has Tampa Bay Ties
The man accused of threatening a Muslim family on a Texas beach has been arrested in Hillsborough County before.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Man, 30, Killed In Pedestrian Crash
A 30-year-old Tampa man was killed in a Friday morning crash on West Waters Avenue.
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