Land O' Lakes|News|
Ridesharing Rules Set, Comic Book Scientist, Fire Weather
Attempted abduction, USF football player faces new sexual battery charges and other stories from Florida Patch.
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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Clearwater, FL|News|
Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Clearwater Crash
A pedestrian was seriously injured in Wednesday afternoon crash along Belleair Road. Motorists are being asked to steer clear.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Siesta Key Drowning Under Investigation
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a woman at Siesta Key on Wednesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Free Grocery Shuttle To Hit The Road In St. Pete
St. Petersburg residents facing transportation challenges following the closing of the Tangerine Plaza Walmart will soon get a hand.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
USF Football Player Arrested In 2nd Sexual Battery
LaDarrius Jackson has been charged in a second sexual battery. Authorities are asking any other victims to come forward.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Uber, Lyft Bill Inked By Gov. Rick Scott
A bill that creates ridesharing standards across Florida has earned approval from Gov. Rick Scott.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Brush Fire Breaks Out In Moon Lake Area
Firefighters are battling a small brush fire that prompted a temporary closing of State Road 52 Wednesday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Marvel Comic Features Mote Marine Scientist
A Mote Marine Laboratory scientist is featured in an edition of Marvel’s ‘The Unstoppable Wasp.’
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Tarpon Springs Woman, 75, Found
Police were looking for help locating a missing 75-year-old Tarpon Springs woman.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
5 Armed Men Sought In Bradenton Home Invasion
Manatee County deputies are searching for five suspects accused in a Wednesday morning armed home invasion in Bradenton.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Red Flag Warning, Fire Weather Watch Issued For Tampa Bay Area
Forecasters are warning that dry conditions over the next few days could add to the more than 120 wildfires burning in the state.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Missing Mom Found
Hillsborough County deputies were asking for help locating a missing woman.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Attempted Abduction Investigation Continues
Pasco County Sheriff’s deputies say they've talked with a person of interest in an attempted abduction and are continue to investigate.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘Hit List,’ 320 Arson Fires, Free Breakfast For Mom
Officer-involved shooting, ‘Doctor Who’ fan art, best employers and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Officer In Tarpon Springs Shooting Identified
Chief Robert P. Kochen made a plea to the public on Tuesday following Saturday's fatal officer-involved shooting.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco Wildfire 70 Percent Contained As Park Closing Continues
Pasco County has announced Starkey Park will remain off limits as work continues to put out a 2,275-acre wildfire.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Hillsborough Extends Ban On Open Burning
An emergency ban on outdoor burning within Hillsborough County will remain in place for another week.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
4 Tampa Bay Area Companies Rank Among America’s Best Employers: Forbes
Forbes has released its annual list of the best employers in the country. See which Tampa Bay firms made the grade.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Man’s Caspersen Beach Death Under Investigation
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man whose body was found Monday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Wrong-Way Crash Results In DUI Arrest
A 26-year-old New Port Richey man faces DUI charges following a wrong-way crash that resulted in serious injuries.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
