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Tampa Bay Weather: Sunshine, But Hazards Remain
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department over the week ahead.
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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Hurricane Maria Reaches Category 5 Status
The National Hurricane Center upgraded Hurricane Maria to a Category 5 storm Monday night.
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Free Lunches For Florida Kids After Hurricane Irma
The federal government has approved temporary free lunches for school kids in 48 Florida counties as Hurricane Irma recovery continues.
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Hurricane Maria Forms In The Atlantic Ocean
Hurricane Maria has officially formed in the Atlantic Ocean while Hurricane Jose continues a northward trek.
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4 Missing Kids Sought By Manatee County Deputies Found Safe In Alabama: Sheriff
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office says 4 missing kids found safe; mom in jail.
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Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Family Takes Barbecue On The Road
A New Port Richey family grilled up more than 100 hot dogs and hamburgers to help those reeling from Hurricane Irma’s effects.
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Tropical Storm Maria Forms On Lee's Heels
While Hurricane Jose heads north, forecasters are monitoring Tropical Storms Lee and Maria.
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Chemical Explosion, Ice Giveaway, Stan Lee
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Hurricane Irma Damaged More Than 200 Homes In Pasco
Pasco County has released preliminary statistics related to Hurricane Irma’s impacts.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
3 Injured In Lakeland Explosion
Three people were injured during a Friday afternoon explosion at The Ruthvens warehouses in Lakeland.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Storm Debris Collection Set To Begin In Sarasota
Sarasota plans to start picking up residents’ storm debris early next week.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Barrier Island Water Gets Green Light After Irma
The boil water notice for Sarasota’s barrier islands has been lifted.
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Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Some Florida State Roads Closed
Some state roads across Florida were closed Friday due to Hurricane Irma-related damage.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Polk Lifts Curfew
Polk County residents are no longer living under a Hurricane Irma-related curfew.
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911 For ‘True Emergencies,’ Polk Officials Remind After Hurricane Irma
Polk County Fire Rescue is asking residents to reserve 911 use for true emergencies as call volume rises.
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Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Florida Suspends Some Fees For Drivers
Floridians recovering from Hurricane Irma’s effects may find some financial relief at their driver’s license office.
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Hurricane Irma Recovery: Sarasota Pools Set To Open
Sarasota has announced plans to reopen two community pools before the weekend is out.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma Recovery: Hillsborough Libraries Ready To Serve
Hillsborough County libraries have opened their doors to provide resources for those recovering from Hurricane Irma.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Man, 44, Killed In Hit-And-Run
The Florida Highway Patrol needs help identifying a motorist involved in a Thursday night hit-and-run that left a pedestrian dead.
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Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued For Tampa Bay’s Weekend
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department this weekend.
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